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[3points]

Wouldn’t be surprised to see three or even four start. Think we will see Ovie, Rafael, Joao and possibly Pele

Potentially I could see Gomes going with three centre backs as well. In that case I’d have Meite and Joao up front, with Swift, Rino and Either Pele or Ejaria in midfield

[John Madejski's Wallet]

While many of us like the idea (personally I think its a necessity), has Gomes ever indicated that he's particularly a fan of 3 at the back?

[leon]

Having a stronger shield in front of the defence is more of a necessity.

[3points]

While many of us like the idea (personally I think its a necessity), has Gomes ever indicated that he's particularly a fan of 3 at the back?

Thought he went that route a couple of times away from home towards the end of last season (Norwich maybe?). Think he used Yiadom as the third centre back

[morganb]

While many of us like the idea (personally I think its a necessity), has Gomes ever indicated that he's particularly a fan of 3 at the back?

Thought he went that route a couple of times away from home towards the end of last season (Norwich maybe?). Think he used Yiadom as the third centre back

Yep, Norwich away and also Bristol City away. Yiadom was shifted across into the middle then, but you'd expect Morrison to be there this season (or McIntyre).

[Royals and Racers]

Virginia keeps his place- Boye, Pele and Joao start

[windermereROYAL]

Virgínia;
Yiadom, Miazga, Moore, Richards;
Pele, Rinomhota;
Meite, Swift, Boyé
Joao

Subs: Walker, Morrison, McIntyre, Adam, Barrett, Olise, Pusças.

[Libertine]

Only 3 debuts in the starting XI. Pele, Boye and Joao. Virginia in goal again...

[Snowflake Royal]

It did feel like 3 days isn't enough to integrate a keeper, plus it gives Virginia a second chance to shine.

Ejaria, very little time to get up to speed so makes sense too.

Surprised no Loader at all, especially Olise ahead on the bench. Totally ok with it, just didn't expect it. Barrett in and no Barrow so the rumours of his exit seem very strong.

I think it's not quite the settled first XI, but it's closer and we should have a greater presence upfront and a stronger midfield. Time for Swift to deliver in his best position. Pretty big strong wings too!

[Westwood52]

Virginia surprising.

[From Despair To Where?]

Understandable selection.

Not sure Rafael speaks English so sensible to give him some time to get up to speed with calls etc.

Hoping Puscas can engage beast mode off the bench against a tiring defence. He's also played through the summer so no need to throw him straight into the fray.

Looks like Barrow may be on his way.

[Mid Sussex Royal]

Dylan Kerr at the game

[Felt91]

Any links for the game?

[Aeroguide]

Hoping Lucus Boye will tear a new hole in the backsides of the hull defence

[The Enfield Royal71]

It did feel like 3 days isn't enough to integrate a keeper, plus it gives Virginia a second chance to shine.

Ejaria, very little time to get up to speed so makes sense too.

Surprised no Loader at all, especially Olise ahead on the bench. Totally ok with it, just didn't expect it. Barrett in and no Barrow so the rumours of his exit seem very strong.

I think it's not quite the settled first XI, but it's closer and we should have a greater presence upfront and a stronger midfield. Time for Swift to deliver in his best position. Pretty big strong wings too!

Are you here Ian following the team or not?

[WoodleyRoyal]

Virginia oxf*rd up

[tidus_mi2]

Anyone feel their hope for this season deflating?

[BR0B0T]

reLOLegation

[Libertine]

Well that didn't take long...

[Gunny Fishcake]

Virginia oxf*rd up

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