Match Day Thread Saints V Burnley, Sunday 4th April, 12pm - Sky Sports

This is one of those annoying games where I'd begrudgingly and reluctantly accept a draw.

I wouldn't be happy with a draw. But given our PL season has boiled down to just getting these last few points needed to get over the line, a draw does aid in that. Whilst also keeping Burnley below us.

 

Checking through Sky Sports 'England Squad and who should be in it' JWP doesn't get a mention in the version I had. Needless to say who does!

 

If you look closely, the piece is actually entitled: 'England Squad (From the 'Big Six' clubs) and who should be in it'

 

So that's it, thanks, overlooked that detail. Ah well as long as the top six have got enough to put an England shirt on, no need for the rest of us to take an interest in the national team then. Obviously when the likes of JWP get a cap, it's really about giving the top six guys a rest. Fine.

 

I honestly think that Southgate likes JWP and that his set pieces will get him in the squad, **** what Sky or the media think.

 

yes and I’ve seen other reports that he is in a strong position to be selected.

Regardless though, I don’t understand fans angst that he doesn’t get mentioned more.. I like that.

 

I wonder if larger squad sizes will be allowed due to the threat of Coronavirus.

 

JWP a doubt for Sunday with a calf problem.

 

I'd rest him for this one, the lad hasn't had a break and maybe give Weird Al another chance to shine and maybe some redemption.

 

Ralph actually has options on Sunday! Does he stick with Redmond up top as he was so good last time out? Or does Che start alongside Ings. We also have options in the number 10 positions. Armstrong (unless JWP isn't fit in which case he'll be alongside Diallo), Minamino, Theo, Moussa, Redmond. IMO if JWP is available then it should be Armstrong and Minamino. If not, Theo with Armstrong in midfield.

 

For me, Theo and Danny have to start. The others are just Ralph’s headaches

 

Redders needs to be rewarded for his deeds last time too, he is a confidence player and it might knock it if he doesn't play.

 

For me, Theo and Danny on the bench. Give them 30 minutes each Sunday and ease them in gradually for the 18th.

 

100%. Che and Nathan up top, with Mini Minor and Stu behind them. I think wild horses won't stop JWP playing, so him and Diallo centrally. Should the wild horses prevail by some strange chance, give Weird Al another go, or how about Salisu at CM?

Danny and Theo to come on as and when.

 

When was the last time Ralph started with Ings on the bench? Brighton away? Can't see it TBH. He's been back in training for a while so no reason why he shouldn't start.

 

Training isn't the same as match fit.

 

Sitting on the bench isn't going to help his match fitness then! Start him, then take him off after an hour or so.

 

Finished your sentence.