GreenSeater Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 It will be interesting if Melling is fit enough to return this week. This is the side I would like to see Velaphi Safuwan Jaliens Paddy Clisby Retre Melling (if not available then Germano) Mooy Williams Koren (more as a false nine) Novillo Subs: Redmayne Germano (if Melling is fit, otherwise he starts, then Paartalu comes in on the bench) Murdocca Kennendy Ramsay I know my selections will raise a few eyebrows, but I believe that we need to change things about a bit. One to refresh the side, the other to ensure we don't push certain players too much for fear of them getting injured. Therefore the only change I would make in the back four would be to bring Saf into the RB position. Retre has done well there, but it isn't his best position. However, I would like to see him playing in Paartalu's role as IMO Erik is struggling to make an impact. It would be nice to see Melling back, and if this happens then I would have Germano on the bench, just to ensure we don't over do it with him. Of course, if Melling isn't fit then Germano would play. Finally, I know Kennedy started and was responsible for the goal against Brisbane. However, I believe for this game it would be better for him to come off the bench where he may get more room against tiring legs. With no other recognised striker, I would allow Koren a free role to see if he could make an impact with Novillo and Williams using their pace in the wide positions. In no way does Retre deserve a run in CDM ahead of Germano. We've seen him play there several times and he was average at best. Germano has been fantastic the last few weeks whereas Retre has been serviceable at right back. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperial Pints Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Personally I'd be ultra conservative re: Melling. In fact, I'd be leaning toward putting him out to pasture until next season. This guy is the future of our club, playing finals is great but deep down we all know that with this season's squad we'll get pantsed if we jag 6th spot and play the 3rd placed side. I'd only play him if his op was 100% successful with no rehabilitation setbacks, given the original timeframe was 3-4 weeks and he's still out of action imo it's not worth the risk. He's too young (and too good) to rush back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Germano for me has been the unofficial MOTM for the past few weeks. Our team has been a threat since he has been playing. If he keeps playing like this till the end of the season l would re-sign him in a heartbeat be an Aust citizen or not. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisphantomfortress Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Personally I'd be ultra conservative re: Melling. In fact, I'd be leaning toward putting him out to pasture until next season. This guy is the future of our club, playing finals is great but deep down we all know that with this season's squad we'll get pantsed if we jag 6th spot and play the 3rd placed side. I'd only play him if his op was 100% successful with no rehabilitation setbacks, given the original timeframe was 3-4 weeks and he's still out of action imo it's not worth the risk. He's too young (and too good) to rush back. Agree with this tbh, would rather we sit him out and unleash him next year. Kids a fucking animal and would rather we managed him with a bit of caution so that come October he hits the ground running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 OTOH if he is fit he will benefit from a finals experience. There is nothing tp gain by prematurely rushing him back though 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 If hes cleared to be healthy, play him. Would rather have him on the bench even, compared to someone like murdooca. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 If melling plays id say you would see Germano move to right back. It was the position we signed him for... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Keep the defence and midfield the same as it was against Brisbane since there were no problems there and swap the front 3 out for Williams, Ramsay and Novillo. Kennedy to come off the bench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rass Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Keep the defence and midfield the same as it was against Brisbane since there were no problems there and swap the front 3 out for Williams, Ramsay and Novillo. Kennedy to come off the bench. No problems in our midfield against Brisbane? I thought we got hammered in there by them, especially the more the game went on. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Keep the defence and midfield the same as it was against Brisbane since there were no problems there and swap the front 3 out for Williams, Ramsay and Novillo. Kennedy to come off the bench.Well Nate I think we struggled in midfield, especially after half time. I believe we need more mobility in there and that is why I would move Koren and leave Paartalu out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strider Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 I'm not understanding the questions raised about Paartalu. Sure he might not be his former self at the moment, but as a holding midfielder focusing only on defending for the most part, a lot of your work goes unnoticed particularly since it is off the ball. Our squad ATM is full of arielly-challenged midgets with the exception of Jaliens, Norbo, Paarty and Kennedy. Take Kennedy and Paarty out and you can almost wave goodbye to set pieces. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 I'm not understanding the questions raised about Paartalu. Sure he might not be his former self at the moment, but as a holding midfielder focusing only on defending for the most part, a lot of your work goes unnoticed particularly since it is off the ball. Our squad ATM is full of arielly-challenged midgets with the exception of Jaliens, Norbo, Paarty and Kennedy. Take Kennedy and Paarty out and you can almost wave goodbye to set pieces. Unfortunately I have only seen Paartalu since he came to us. I was expecting big things from him because a lot of posters on here were raving about him. I was hoping he would live up to the high expectations when he arrived. Overall I believe he has struggled in the A League. There was a period of 4 games prior to his injury where he seemed to be improving and scored a couple of goals. However, since his return from injury he has struggled with his mobility and ability to protect the defence. It could be that a good pre-season will help him next season. I hope this is the case. However, I believe he needs to earn his starting position for the rest of the season. As for your fears about having little height, I don't think it's such a great concern. I don't see big, strong players dominating this league. I see quick, nimble footed players standing out this season so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano. Wot Read strider re: paartalu Edited April 1, 2015 by Dylan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 http://outside90.com/melbourne-city-train-poised-to-steam-through-wanderland-297/ Article says the club is hopeful he will start. Usually means he won't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano. Wot Read strider re: paartalu Dylan I quoted Strider's post above I believe too many posters have rose tinted glasses on when talking about Paartalu. I would prefer to be saying good things about him, but he has been the worst player in the last 4 or 5 games. He is simply not protecting the back four. We may have kept clean sheets in the last three, but that isn't down to Paartalu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 1, 2015 Report Share Posted April 1, 2015 I actually be Sydney for this but fuck crossing both Bridges to go to that shithole... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano.Wot Read strider re: paartalu Without seeming to be rude I certainly don't read strider's posts for football opinions. Now if I wanted a view on any Tatts Paartalu might have.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 (edited) I'm not understanding the questions raised about Paartalu. Sure he might not be his former self at the moment, but as a holding midfielder focusing only on defending for the most part, a lot of your work goes unnoticed particularly since it is off the ball. Our squad ATM is full of arielly-challenged midgets with the exception of Jaliens, Norbo, Paarty and Kennedy. Take Kennedy and Paarty out and you can almost wave goodbye to set pieces. I dont always agree with you but you are right... his not playing brilliantly but half the blokes job is about what he does off the ball in forming a wall and covering space in front of our defence. If anyone wants to see what a side looks like without a DM at least capable of doing just this then they can watch something like seven goals we conceded last season prior to Orlando where the opposition would just stroll through Central Midfield and score just inside the box with Redders standing their flat footed on his line. From memory I think a game against Newcastle up there stands up as the best example of this occuring. Edited April 2, 2015 by cadete 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano.Wot Read strider re: paartaluWithout seeming to be rude I certainly don't read strider's posts for football opinions. Now if I wanted a view on any Tatts Paartalu might have.... What he said about paartalu is correct. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/vant-schip-focused-on-the-final-360/4niytasth53l1657wognex3oq Brown gone for the season Mooy possibly playing 'some' role. My guess if the match is close we'll see him come on 50-60 min mark. If the match looks gone either way he'll be rested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Melbourne City FC squad: 1.Andrew REDMAYNE (GK), 5.Erik PAARTALU, 6. Aaron MOOY, 7.Iain RAMSAY, 8.Massimo MURDOCCA, 9.Harry NOVILLO, 10.Robert KOREN, 13.Jonatan GERMANO, 15.David WILLIAMS, 16. Josh KENNEDY, 17.Jason HOFFMAN, 18.Paulo RETRE, 20.Tando VELAPHI (GK), 22.Jack CLISBY, 23.Mate DUGANDZIC, 24.Patrick KISNORBO, 27.Kew JALIENS ***one to be omitted*** Ins: 6. Aaron MOOY (returns from international duty) Outs: 14.James BROWN (foot – six weeks) Unavailable: 3.Robbie WIELAERT (ankle – 2 weeks), 4.Connor CHAPMAN (suspended – 1 match), 11.Damien DUFF (ankle/calf – indefinite), 14.James BROWN (foot – 6 weeks), 19.Ben GARUCCIO (ankle – 7 weeks), 25.Jacob MELLING (knee – 1 week) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewConvert Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Well Hoffman has been included and given that he has not made it to the bench for a while I suspect that he is the one that will be omitted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellydrum Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 (edited) Safuwan? Wait. On his instagram it seems like he has a family member in hospital so assume he is taking personal leave. Edited April 2, 2015 by bellydrum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 This was supposed to be the last match in his three-month loan. So I wonder what happens now? Hope to goodness we're not going to let him slip through our fingers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 (edited) Safuwan? Wait. On his instagram it seems like he has a family member in hospital so assume he is taking personal leave.Perhaps his flight back wasn't as early as Mooy's. Edited April 2, 2015 by Jimmy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellydrum Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Safuwan? Wait. On his instagram it seems like he has a family member in hospital so assume he is taking personal leave. Perhaps his flight back wasn't as early as Mooy's. But they should still put him into unavailable right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Safuwan? Wait. On his instagram it seems like he has a family member in hospital so assume he is taking personal leave. If he wants a contract he better get his ass home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heart_fan10 Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 I thought safuwan was signed until the end of the season ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agoalie Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 This was supposed to be the last match in his three-month loan. So I wonder what happens now? Hope to goodness we're not going to let him slip through our fingers. Signed till end of April, extension if we make finals. No news on next season deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Well if Mooy is definitely out then Germano will play. If this is the case and Melling isn't fit, then I would have Murdocca and Retre alongside Germano. Wot Read strider re: paartalu Without seeming to be rude I certainly don't read strider's posts for football opinions. Now if I wanted a view on any Tatts Paartalu might have.... What he said about paartalu is correct. True. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fidrildid6 Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Brisbane are smashing CCM. Need to win this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Brisbane are smashing CCM. Need to win this. It seems that the only team that can't beat Mariners is us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewmac Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Based on our form over the years , an epic fail tomorro with a 2-0 loss , hope im wrong tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Brisbane are fuckin flyin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 It was expected they would win against CCM. I think 4 points minimum should do it for us to be safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 It was expected they would win against CCM. I think 4 points minimum should do it for us to be safe. Including the 3 points tonight, Brisbane will get a total of 6 points for their run in. We will get none. We should just scrape in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 Your saying we'll lose every game from here on in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 (edited) Your saying we'll lose every game from here on in? High possibility. We generally tend to play poorly against WS, we aren't going to beat high flying Wellington and, we don't travel well to Perth or Adelaide. Edit: It also fits the 'Heart' narrative of us bottling it and we also tend to have a weak run in to the end of the season. Edited April 2, 2015 by malloy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted April 2, 2015 Report Share Posted April 2, 2015 The thought that we can't even scrape a draw from four matches for me is a low possibility. In all probability we will be playing a Perth team with many distractions off the pitch and an Adelaide team we have always been competitive with. Plus our record at home will be in our favour when we play Wellington. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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