loyola Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I for one hope Friend plays again tomorrow. Like some have said, it is not that Rob Friend isn't scoring for Canada now, it's that no one is. We aren't creating good clear-cut chances to score. It is not like Friend wiffed on a bunch of top quality chances. I actually think he played well against Peru. I don't want you to miss the game. A quick reminder: The game IS TONIGHT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarnado1555362291 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I for one hope Friend plays again tomorrow. Like some have said, it is not that Rob Friend isn't scoring for Canada now, it's that no one is. We aren't creating good clear-cut chances to score. It is not like Friend wiffed on a bunch of top quality chances. I actually think he played well against Peru. I agree, he held up the ball well on a few occasions looking to connect with oncoming midfielders who then got dispossessed. Friend was subbed off when he looked to be getting more involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I suspect Gerba was inquired about but the Impact wouldn't release him.. that is my hunch... Apparently Hart said directly to him : "You are not fit enough" http://blogues.cyberpresse.ca/soccer/2010/09/06/un-nouvel-elan-pour-le-canada/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshieScores Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I say Hart should text Marcelo Bielsa and ask about 3-3-1-3 formation and have Jackson sandwiched between two big towers (Friend and McKenna). Have the backline just launch the sucker into the attacking 3rd and play a little Aussie football against the Honduran midgets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ed Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I agree, he held up the ball well on a few occasions looking to connect with oncoming midfielders who then got dispossessed. Friend was subbed off when he looked to be getting more involved. Obviously I have a lot more fondness for Rob Friend than most on this board, you dont' lead a Bundesliga 1 or 2 team in scoring without earning my respect. I watched the full game on Saturday and I did not see any giveaways from Friend in the first half. He only got a few balls into him and a very good defensive play on one of them prevented a scoring opportunity. It all comes down to service. If a goalkeeper doesn't get a shot all f*ing game, do you describe him as a poor shotstopper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keano Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Apparently Hart said directly to him : "You are not fit enough" http://blogues.cyberpresse.ca/soccer/2010/09/06/un-nouvel-elan-pour-le-canada/ Harsh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Apparently Hart said directly to him : "You are not fit enough" http://blogues.cyberpresse.ca/soccer/2010/09/06/un-nouvel-elan-pour-le-canada/ That is incorrect. He told him that he had his place in the team but he had not played for a long time and he needed players who were in form. He also said he was confident that Gerba would return to the team. This conversation appears to have taken place before the original callups and at that time would have been accurate even though that has changed in a short time. Man I thought you understood French better than I do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 He told him that he had his place in the team but he had not played for a long time and he needed players who were in form. How does this not mean "you are not fit enough"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFCRegina Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 How does this not mean "you are not fit enough"? Technically a striker who is fit and not hitting the net isn't in Form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 How does this not mean "you are not fit enough"? Being fit contributes to being in form but they are still two separate things especially with Ali. We have seen Ali score regularly while playing but still not being fit. At the moment he is both in form and fit but at the time of Hart's comments he was probably neither. Mostly I had a problem with how negative you made Hart's quote sound when really it is quite diplomatic and accurate at the time he said it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Being fit contributes to being in form but they are still two separate things especially with Ali. We have seen Ali score regularly while playing but still not being fit. At the moment he is both in form and fit but at the time of Hart's comments he was probably neither. Mostly I had a problem with how negative you made Hart's quote sound when really it is quite diplomatic and accurate at the time he said it. Haha, alright alright. I am still a bit bitter that he has not been called up, even if it was to stay on the bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razcle Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Good luck to all the V's heading to this match. Make it loud and make us proud no matter what the numbers are. The boys know they owes us for the WCQ loss two years ago. Don't let them forget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdot Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Good luck tonight. I have a lot of respect for the MTL supporters. Hopefully you guys will match the intensity brought during the Voyageurs cup. The display between the two sides was a milestone in Canadian support I believe. I would love it if one day we could bring that atmopshere to a game together. Surely, we can set aside club differences. I know it pisses you guys off about TFC jerseys and shirts, but many who do that do not understand. I actually do not have a problem with the Impact gear at games to be honest as I know many wear TFC stuff. But I may be in a minority. I dont know. Side note, is there an online stream for this game being set up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razcle Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 I know it pisses you guys off about TFC jerseys and shirts, but many who do that do not understand. I actually do not have a problem with the Impact gear at games to be honest as I know many wear TFC stuff. But I may be in a minority. I dont know. In this regards, there are many in the same boat. When it comes to thinking about our national team, I turn off the TFC mentality and welcome all Canadian supporters to the stadium. However if you are a long standing national team supporter, you must realize that many people are offended by this and you should make an effort to keep club gear at home. In the stands last Saturday, many people experienced their first live national team game and wore the red and white of whatever they had to support our boys. We are still infants in national team support and we have a long way to go. That said, thanks for the comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Side note, is there an online stream for this game being set up? This. With our combined resources, surely we ought to be able to stream the Canada games that are being shown on Sportsnet ourselves with Ustream or something. Surely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Looks like something has popped up here: http://atdhe.net/23700/watch-canada-vs-honduras Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdot Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 edit: Looks like I was beat by two minutes ^ http://atdhe.net/23700/watch-canada-vs-honduras Thank (fill in the blank) here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertuzzi44 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Hey, how long does it take to walk from Viau Station to the stadium? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Hey, how long does it take to walk from Viau Station to the stadium? A couple of minutes at most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadasBest Posted September 7, 2010 Author Share Posted September 7, 2010 This. With our combined resources, surely we ought to be able to stream the Canada games that are being shown on Sportsnet ourselves with Ustream or something. Surely! That would be a great idea. Can the stream be password protected so we don't get an overload of people? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpg75 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 The other thread got locked so i'll post this as an update to my other betting related post: Cripes, the odds are getting even more slanted against us. The bet to make is "Draw No Bet" it pays 2.10 for Canada, so even if it's a draw you get your money back. Or, Canada +0.5 @1.65 in the Asian Handicap, that way if it's a draw you still win. Get your bets in boys, this is as good as it's going to get. This is essentially a Honduras "B/C" team with only 2 WC starters (GK Valladeres and CB Figueroa) and 5 second stringers (GK Canales, RB Mendoza, DF Johnny Palacios, RM Garcia and LM Espinoza). These guys drew El Salvador 2-2 in Los Angeles on Saturday night (did they travel on Sunday?). Probably see from them: ----------------Valladeres-------------- Mendoza--Figueroa---Palacios---Norales -----------------Claros------------------- Garcia---------------------------Espinoza ---------------M. Martinez---------------- ---------Rojas-----------C. Martinez------ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianSoccerFan Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 The other thread got locked so i'll post this as an update to my other betting related post: Cripes, the odds are getting even more slanted against us. The bet to make is "Draw No Bet" it pays 2.10 for Canada, so even if it's a draw you get your money back. Or, Canada +0.5 @1.65 in the Asian Handicap, that way if it's a draw you still win. Get your bets in boys, this is as good as it's going to get. This is essentially a Honduras "B/C" team with only 2 WC starters (GK Valladeres and CB Figueroa) and 5 second stringers (GK Canales, RB Mendoza, DF Johnny Palacios, RM Garcia and LM Espinoza). These guys drew El Salvador 2-2 in Los Angeles on Saturday night (did they travel on Sunday?). Probably see from them: ----------------Valladeres-------------- Mendoza--Figueroa---Palacios---Norales -----------------Claros------------------- Garcia---------------------------Espinoza ---------------M. Martinez---------------- ---------Rojas-----------C. Martinez------ Maybe the oddsmakers knew it was a very weakened Honduran side but expected most of the action to come against Canada regardless. Reminds me of the 2007 gold cup when Trinidad were massive favourites over El Salvador even though Trinidad's pros were all on strike over world cup bonuses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeelaw Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Wish I was there.... damn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ob1 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Wish I was there.... damn Me too, Oh well I'll just have to settle for another dodgy Spanish internet feed. On the plus side my spanish is coming along nicly, golpearemos el asno de Honduras con el pie esta noche and my favourite GOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 From Twitter: starting XI tonight Hirscheld Jakovic McKenna Stalteri Johnson Friend Jackson Dunfield Simpson Straith Bernier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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