I thought that international peak was interesting and commenting more on the actual performances, rather than the players themselves and their abilities. In all time draft and to regular drafters all of them are very familiar and in familiar configurations.
I tried to make that point in previous pages I think. With Maldini and Amoros we have more natural width coming from the full backs where both Breitner and Andrade tuck in and go central while in possession.
You should re-read my post because you haven't understood my postI didn't get that dig tbh.
There is no rights and wrongs! Just opinions and that is a perfecty valid one.
Yes, fair point. For some players this will indeed be interesting. Others, though, are pretty much Prime X - and we know those players a little too well.
Cheers mate. Enjoyed creating this team so far and some food for thought for the next reinforcement round as I'm not sure of the approach just yet.
Next step: you should participate in the next draft
I admit I always look at the identity of the voters. I can tell you there is one poster who systematically voted against my team in my last 7 games despite my 5 wins
I would have loved something like thatGreat game between the Pep Guadiola and Carlo Ancelotti.
As expressed in the previous game of Carlo, I would have built the team around Cruyff
I've voted for Pep for his efforts, his story but above all his consistency: he chose players like Rijkaard and Voronin instead of big names in the name of his ideology. Moreover, despite appearances, he possesses some GOATs. For example, the Swedish Vieri (Nordahl) is an impressive player
Despite appearances, the positioning of his players was relatively close to reality: Rijkaard 88 was a RCB who pushed forward.
So, I voted on the following assumptions:
1. Global strategy
2. Voronin goes forward
3. Rijkaard goes forward
Now, it's possible I have understood nothing
Lol, @oneniltothearsenal recently made the same claim.... That I always vote against him.I admit I always look at the identity of the voters. I can tell you there is one poster who systematically voted against my team in my last 7 games despite my 5 wins
Fine. I thought you were upset by the post below because you voted very quickly (a few minutes after the start of the game)
That happens to everybody. Nothing to take personal at all. It is just that people who have a similar view on the drafts will vote for each other because they build teams in a certain way. I don't remember who told me I always voted against them and I had never given it a thought. There is no hiding the fact that I like partnerships and themes a lot and if someone builds a team around that then it is something I'm very likely to vote for.I admit I always look at the identity of the voters. I can tell you there is one poster who systematically voted against my team in my last 7 games despite my 5 wins
yeah agreed, there are managers than usually vote against me, but they give their reasons in the thread, which is always appreciated, and usually there is because different views on set up, which is perfectly understandable and nothing to hold grudge for.
I'm just curious and try to understand how people view the 'games'
I think it's just a style thing and sometimes people like your theme and other times people don't get it.
Still learning about all these wonderful players from the past you guys mention, but yes I might give it a try. My only fear is it might be super-addictive.
Aye, I've got to admit that my initial reaction to his reinforcements was 'what the feck is he doing' (mainly because I thought Blanc was a shoo in for the later stages of this draft), but it turned out brilliantly. I ended up sitting out the voting here as I started overhinking it and then couldn't make up my mind. Its been a recurring thing for me this draft, so from here on I think I'll just go with my instinct and vote a bit earlier.
Yeah, the way I see it is a game is the choice between 2 stories
Thanks
I can vouch for you. No matter how much I've gone out of my way to antagonise you, you always be fair in the votingLol, @oneniltothearsenal recently made the same claim.... That I always vote against him.
Once a game is done, it's done. Grudges make for bad drafts..... Unless it's against @Skizzo, where it should be encouraged.
I'm not a fan of 2 CM midfield trio's (other than Xaviesta) per se and need a lot of convincing.
.When I was new to drafts, I had this overwhelming urge to build a winning team. Lot of heated discussions, spamming match threads etc. But since I've settled down to building something that makes me enjoy and winning has become a secondary priority. I still play to win, but only within the parameters I chose for myself for the draft. More relaxed and fund and losing, doesn't affect you that badly.
I can vouch for you. No matter how much I've gone out of my way to antagonise you, you always be fair in the voting
From what I know only you and @Chesterlestreet appreciate the value of good alcohol induced drafting...kindred spirits! Viva la Alcohol!I'm not proud of my World Cup draft winning team either, had the same sort of start. Guess everybody does.When I was new to drafts, I had this overwhelming urge to build a winning team. Lot of heated discussions, spamming match threads etc. But since I've settled down to building something that makes me enjoy and winning has become a secondary priority. I still play to win, but only within the parameters I chose for myself for the draft. More relaxed and fund and losing, doesn't affect you that badly.
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I've begrudgingly given you a vote in quite a few matches I believe. Can't even blame it on alcohol.Lol, @oneniltothearsenal recently made the same claim.... That I always vote against him.
Once a game is done, it's done. Grudges make for bad drafts..... Unless it's against @Skizzo, where it should be encouraged.
I'm not a fan of 2 CM midfield trio's (other than Xaviesta) per se and need a lot of convincing.
That's not Beckenbauer 66.I admit I always look at the identity of the voters. I can tell you there is one poster who systematically voted against my team in my last 7 games despite my 5 wins
Fine. I thought you were upset by the post below because you voted very quickly (a few minutes after the start of the game)
I would have loved something like that
I thought he played in a midfield 2 with Overath, unsure
I've begrudgingly given you a vote in quite a few matches I believe. Can't even blame it on alcohol.
One of these upcoming drafts @Pat_Mustard and I will have to get the band back together and give you a royal hiding that you're long overdue for
Aye, it's long overdue. What's the running total? 5-0 to us I think? I've definitely been boozing during most of my best match thread performances
One of these upcoming drafts @Pat_Mustard and I will have to get the band back together and give you a royal hiding that you're long overdue for
Thanks for the info.
I've only had him once I think but I've always fancied picking him again, probably in a Pirlo-ish starting position but with the more dynamic role that reflects his playing style. So something like:
