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But attack is good should be enough

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Not if the attack doesn't get the ball.

Valencia has been off the boil, and Rooney and Nani are back from injury.

This could be a long struggle, unless West Ham are crap.

comment by AlwaysUnited - It's time for Cleverson! (U4063)
posted 8 minutes ago
This team could potentially rip West Ham apart.

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On paper, if all the players were at peak fitness, then yes.

That isn't the case.

Four of that team are definately not match sharp, and one is 39 years old.

Excited to see Jones and Smalling start together, but worried about the CM in front of them. Lets hope Jones stays disciplined as there will be little cover if he piles forward.

On paper, if all the players were at peak fitness, then yes.

That isn't the case.

Four of that team are definately not match sharp, and one is 39 years old.
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That's true but it wouldn't be the first time i've seen them return from long absence looking fresh more than unfit.

The main worry is all these players starting that have just come back from injury, Along with so many changes, and it is rare that the team won't look rusty and be vulnerable. Hopefully class will see us through but If West Ham really go for it, it could be a hard night.

That could be just about the best bench ever? Bar Amos of course.

Was hoping Nani would get a run out on the right. Shame.

comment by kinsang (U3346)
posted 4 minutes ago
The main worry is all these players starting that have just come back from injury, Along with so many changes, and it is rare that the team won't look rusty and be vulnerable. Hopefully class will see us through but If West Ham really go for it, it could be a hard night.

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If only more of our posters would look at the reality of how it is, compared to just the names on the sheet.

Vidicschin - I feel that it takes the likes of Nani and Rooney a few games to get going if returning from injury. At east we have quality on the bench should it come to that. Being an FA Cup game, this could let West Ham feel a bit more freedom to come and have a go at us.

What a dreadful game, getting owned in second half so far.