Canada Soccer Part VII: Copa America Semifinal Edition

[PanniniClaus]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1826678152825110986

This one had to happen and I felt it would based on his play at the U20's. He's the furthest ahead on that Junior National Team (along with De Fougerolles who did not play).

Marsch knew the time was now with Mexico beating down the door and he brings something different to the attack. Has some Osorio in him but probably even more dynamic. Play more towards the front of the pitch to give us a different look.

 

[robertmac43]

Big weekend of taking over Toronto ahead.

Forge away to York tonight and then TFC on Tuesday

 

[robertmac43]

LOL - Even cheating against the CPL .

https://x.com/i/web/status/1827362737174786328

 

[PanniniClaus]

LOL - Even cheating against the CPL .

https://x.com/i/web/status/1827362737174786328

Perhaps John Herdman needs to fly the f*** at this point.. Head for New Zealand.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Canadians in the EFL of note. Millar went 89 for Hull in a match they subbed out most of their other creative players well before him. I did not see the match so unsure how it went.

Tom McGill got a much-needed win and a clean sheet for Mk Dons against Carlisle. First win of the year and he seems to be nailed on as their number 1, having started all league games and the #2 got the Carabao loss.

 

[NyQuil]

 

[PanniniClaus]

Russell Rowe came on as a sub and put the game away with the third goal in a 3-1 win for Columbus over LAFC. Leagues Cup Winner is JRR

 

[robertmac43]

One of the biggest games in Forge history tonight!

 

[robertmac43]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828447383216169342

 

[PanniniClaus]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828447383216169342

Let's go!!

1. Love seeing Adekugbe back.
2. Santi Lopez was invited to train, was he not? I was hoping he would be in although I am not arguing with the roster. 26 player roster would have been nice.
3. Sucks that Kone is out but we need him healthy.
4. Hoilett, Ugbo, Hiebert, Piette, McGill, Tajon, De Fougerolles and Russell Rowe are out for various reasons.
5. Welcome to the newcomers Sigur and Afrifa!!

 

[Tuggy]

Looking forward to seeing the newcomers.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Looking forward to seeing the newcomers.

Yes - also, I really feel De Fougerolles is a way better option to back up Bombito than Waterman.. I would like to understand why this choice is being made. Waterman is a good soldier but he's playing (and struggling) in a back 3 with Montreal.

We are still short on centerback depth, even though we are very fortunate to have the Bombito and Corndog pairing.

Schilte-Brown may have the most upside of the U20 team. I would like to see Pearlman get some run with TFC, maybe he will tonight. Punt Gomis back to the French lower leagues.

 

[robertmac43]

Tajon's obviosuly out for injury as well. Going to be a long while before we see him again.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Lineups​

1	S. Johnson
30	H. Wingo
28	R. Petretta
22	R. Laryea
15	N. Gomis
21	J. Osorio
11	D. Etienne
47	K. Thompson
24	L. Insigne
10	F. Bernardeschi
99	P. Owusu
Coach: J. Herdman

16	J. Koleilat
17	D. Parra
2	M. Duncan
23	G. Metusala
10	K. Bekker
13	A. Achinioti-Jönsson
21	A. Hojabrpour
9	J. Hamilton
39	B. Badibanga
7	D. Choinière
19	T. Borges
Coach: B. Smyrniotis

Substitutes​

5	K. Long
6	A. Mabika
16	T. Spicer
19	K. Franklin
90	L. Gavran
20	D. Flores
8	M. Longstaff

22	N. Jensen
88	M. Schiavoni
11	N. Ampomah
29	C. Kalongo
81	M. Owolabi-Belewu
4	D. Samuel
14	T. Campbell

 

[PanniniClaus]

Ryan Gauld got the call to Scotland so any thoughts of him joining Canada should be gone now. It was a longshot anyway and our focus has to be on younger players.

 

[robertmac43]

Tough L for Forge last night. They played well over the 2 legs and probably should have come away with more then a +1 goal differential from the first game.

Herdman didn't shake Bobby's hand which seemed strange to me. I didn't there was any actual beef there.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Tough L for Forge last night. They played well over the 2 legs and probably should have come away with more then a +1 goal differential from the first game.

Herdman didn't shake Bobby's hand which seemed strange to me. I didn't there was any actual beef there.

Pitiful from John. The only thing I can think of is that Bobby was having words with Insigne and maybe they thought Forge was instigating some stuff.

Both games last night were pretty one sided which is to be expected when the MLS teams are home. Neither side could finish. Pacific actually had some chances but just refused to shoot and when they did... it was without an ounce of confidence.

I can't say enough about my disgust with the use of Ahmed.. I wish he was on a plane with Choiniere.. Any Euro league will suffice.

 

[robertmac43]

Pitiful from John. The only thing I can think of is that Bobby was having words with Insigne and maybe they thought Forge was instigating some stuff.

Yeah I guess that could be it. Seemed pretty clear that Insigne was the one who started that interaction imo.

Been meaning to catch up on the Pacific game. Judging by their recent form It was always a long shot for them to win. Glad to hear they put up a fight.

 

[robertmac43]

Oh wow didn't realize how bad Pacific's form actually was. I knew its been a poor stretch but they now find themselves at the bottom of the table....

 

[PanniniClaus]

Oh wow didn't realize how bad Pacific's form actually was. I knew its been a poor stretch but they now find themselves at the bottom of the table....

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Yeah - pretty amazing they were in the semi final and still in with a shout. Greco Taylor was on the bench last night but didn't get in. He has a really good passing range with his left foot but they played with wing backs last night which really isn't his thing.

Adekugbe was used as a winger last night. Interesting.. he does create.

 

[Scandale du Jour]

Tough L for Forge last night. They played well over the 2 legs and probably should have come away with more then a +1 goal differential from the first game.

Herdman didn't shake Bobby's hand which seemed strange to me. I didn't there was any actual beef there.

TFC getting favorable reffing in the Canadian Cup... what else is new?

 

[robertmac43]

TFC getting favorable reffing in the Canadian Cup... what else is new?

I can't fully complain as a long time TFC fan. Although I would have rather Forge go through last night and do think we should have had a pen shout.

 

[Scandale du Jour]

I can't fully complain as a long time TFC fan. Although I would have rather Forge go through last night and do think we should have had a pen shout.

As a Montreal Impact supporter, I have seen that bs way too many times.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Ike Ugbo had a goal and assist yesterday in a cup win over Grimsby.

I just watched Jebbison play 45 minutes for the Cherries and get yanked off for Evanilson. My advice? Link up with Canada while they still want you. (Maybe kick start your career by playing well with us). I could easily see a loan deal to a Championship side... He does not look like he fits the Cherries game as a 9.

 

[PanniniClaus]

Russell Rowe starts for Columbus tonight.