Shocked how many centre backs have gone before the best centre back in the draft. In my opinion of course.
The Modern / Current Players Draft
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik (@Rood) was joined by comedian Ali Woods to look back at the best and worst moments of a rollercoaster season with the annual United Hour Awards.
Has Ten Hag been sacked yet? We're not sure and we hope not, but it's looking more likely as the days pass.
Who should replace him and why is it taking so long to make a decision?
Argh. Was hoping he'd last another round.
Never did it on the biggest stage, flat track bully etc. etc.
Barca flop
- Pat_Mustard: 1. Xavi
- Raees: 1. Ronaldinho
- Physiocrat: 1. Robben
- MJJ: 1. Kaka
- Stobzilla: 1. Lahm
- The Red Viper: 1. Iniesta
- Isotope: 1. Suárez
- Theon: 1. Schweinsteiger 2. Ibrahimovic
- BorisDeLedFora: 1. Vidic 2. Kompany
- Snow: 1. Hazard 2. Modric
- VivaJanuzaj: 1. Thiago Silva 2. Yaya Toure
- NoPace: 1. Kroos 2. Reus
- Barney: 1. Gerrard 2. Alonso
- Skizzo: 1. Muller 2. Evra
- crappycraperson: 1. Ribery 2. Aguero
- NM: 1. Bale 2. Cole
Had him down as your round 1 or 2 pick. I think we have played together too much!
In the position I think three names stand out above the rest (unless I've missed someone), and Kompany is the best of the rest, so n terms of 'Names' I have two of the top four centre backs in the draft, which IMO will be the most difficult position to fill as the draft goes on.
As for them as a partnership yes both like to be aggressive and attack the ball, but at the same time both would be intelligent and aware enough not to go charging out after the same balls. Also, Kompany is one of the few centre backs available who had good pace, not just compared to Vidic but compared to quick forward players, which is important.
On a United forum?
He's finally going to get a decent draft under his belt.
Anyone around to bounce some ideas off ?
Reckon that's pretty shrewd, actually.
One can argue details as to who is slightly better than who, but your assessment is certainly there or thereabouts: You'll have two of the top four or five or close to it, meaning that it's highly unlikely anyone will be able to sport a better CB duo - and many will end up with much less impressive pairings.
Should count for something when we see the finished teams.
Very good pick. Taking in a three year peak in to account he's the stand-out striker in this draft with Suarez/Aguero having one out of those three years being some levels below. Zlatan has had 3 consecutive years, and is currently in his fourth, in which he was truly at world class level which I think he's alone at in this draft of the strikers.
Not that your first pick was any weaker.
I can see you @Isotope
- Pat_Mustard: 1. Xavi
- Raees: 1. Ronaldinho
- Physiocrat: 1. Robben
- MJJ: 1. Kaka
- Stobzilla: 1. Lahm
- The Red Viper: 1. Iniesta
- Isotope: 1. Suárez 2. Eto'o
- Theon: 1. Schweinsteiger 2. Ibrahimovic
- BorisDeLedFora: 1. Vidic 2. Kompany
- Snow: 1. Hazard 2. Modric
- VivaJanuzaj: 1. Thiago Silva 2. Yaya Toure
- NoPace: 1. Kroos 2. Reus
- Barney: 1. Gerrard 2. Alonso
- Skizzo: 1. Muller 2. Evra
- crappycraperson: 1. Ribery 2. Aguero
- NM: 1. Bale 2. Cole
@The Red Viper
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True but Suarez went 7th pick and he's on another level in terms of hatred on a United forum you would think.
Suarez didn't stay that long here. And striker usually is more admired than CB.
Don't get me wrong I wasn't having a go because I think Suarez is a fantastic pick and I rate him very highly. In reality unrelated football stuff should never come into play when discussing players.
I know, mate. I think most football fans recognize player's quality, beyond other stuff.
@Stobzilla @MJJ @Physiocrat @Raees @Pat_Mustard
If any of you won't be around tonight, PM me or someone else your picks.
If any of you won't be around tonight, PM me or someone else your picks.
I'm about...waiting...
I'll probably be awake through the Oscars.
BigDunc9, ctp and MDFC Manager have volunteered. Pick one who's free...
Nice. Time he got a decent draft!
We shouldn't skip @The Red Viper but he definitely needs a yellow for timewasting.
I am assuming the first deadline for him is 8am ?
Yep.
I may not be online, but if he doesn't turn up by 8am, skip and proceed.
JOHN TERRY
Sorry guys. I actually checked last night and dozed off while checking.
- Pat_Mustard: 1. Xavi
- Raees: 1. Ronaldinho
- Physiocrat: 1. Robben
- MJJ: 1. Kaka
- Stobzilla: 1. Lahm
- The Red Viper: 1. Iniesta 2. Terry
- Isotope: 1. Suárez 2. Eto'o
- Theon: 1. Schweinsteiger 2. Ibrahimovic
- BorisDeLedFora: 1. Vidic 2. Kompany
- Snow: 1. Hazard 2. Modric
- VivaJanuzaj: 1. Thiago Silva 2. Yaya Toure
- NoPace: 1. Kroos 2. Reus
- Barney: 1. Gerrard 2. Alonso
- Skizzo: 1. Muller 2. Evra
- crappycraperson: 1. Ribery 2. Aguero
- NM: 1. Bale 2. Cole
@Stobzilla
I have @Physiocrat's pick, but I'm heading off to work in half an hour so I might not be around to post it. Anyone about that I can send it to, if not I will just pick someone from the list.
You can send it to me, I'm around during the day.
Sent, cheers mate.
I have MJJ's and Physiocrat's picks, so please tag me once Stobz made his pick.
@kps88 this is how it all starts. Evil Balu is following my footsteps to behind-the-scenes draft domination.
