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21 Jan 2021 17:49:59
With all the discussion about VVD recovery thought I would pass on some info that could be game changing for future acl recovery and return to sport.
A new bridge-enhanced acl repair (BEAR) procedure has been approved by the US FDA. This procedure allows for the acl to repair itself without the need for a graft. Early evidence shows enhanced strength earlier in recovery that could promote earlier return to sport. Also the the bridge is naturally reabsorbed into the body after 8 weeks. This could potentially reduce recovery times by months.
Cheers
Greggers.
1.) 21 Jan 2021 18:17:41
Thanks for the info Greggers. As I am on a very long waiting list for ACL reconstruction surgery this is good news. ðŸ‘ðŸ».
2.) 21 Jan 2021 21:01:21
Thanks Greggers. What would be the very earliest VVD could be back is all went perfectly. Thanks.
3.) 21 Jan 2021 22:18:16
It’s unlikely he had this surgery so 6 months bare minimum. 9 months from injury more realistic but it could be a little less. Pressures of performance, league position and potential to win anything may influence accelerating comeback, but not by much more than medical team are happy with.
If he has had this surgery, return potentially could be.
4.) 22 Jan 2021 09:14:37
Very interesting thanks. What are your thoughts on the Gomez injury? It appears worse.
5.) 22 Jan 2021 18:52:34
Gomez injury to me is more concerning. The fact it is a contractile structure (a primary one that transmits force to straighten the knee- so effectively the kicking action) that will require significant stresses through it to achieve return to action means rehab will have to be very cautious. He can certainly achieve it but I would imagine a lengthier recovery than VVD.
17 Jan 2014 20:02:18
Not Liverpool related but just heard that Paul ince has been sacked from Blackpool.
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20 Aug 2023 09:17:26
Regarding the clear and obvious issue, I feel the interpretation of when to implement it is incorrect. It seems currently that var is using it in a way like ‘I can understand why the ref has given such a decision’. That is a nonsense. It’s not there to provide justification for why the man in the middle may have come to his conclusion. It is there to objectively see whether the decision made is clearly and obviously wrong.
Last weekend wolves were denied a pen in what was clearly an obviously an error in not giving one. Yesterday on review, it was clearly and obviously not a red card. The only one thing that could constitute a red was height, but this could be mitigated in the context of it being a bouncing ball.
Last night we see Gordon make two challenges that are both likely to endanger a player more and yet var deem one a yellow and one nothing. It simply means we are not using var to implement rules, simply to protect referee mistakes.
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1.) 20 Aug 2023 10:36:00
VAR is a great tool.
Unfortunately it will always be let down by the tools in charge of it.
2.) 20 Aug 2023 10:48:03
I think the referees make so many errors that we’ve had to raise the bar. It’s gone from “clear and obvious error” to “this guy might be on ketamine”.
{Ed025's Note - love it Thomas..
3.) 20 Aug 2023 10:56:56
Absolutely Wassa. If it’s used to help abide the rules and come to the correct decision then perfect. If it’s used to provide justification for incorrect decisions in a ‘oh well I can see why he may have come to that conclusion’ way, then absolute waste of time. The way it’s currently used, you could consistently make the wrong call and the actual rules of the game won’t be enforced. Ridiculous.
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4.) 20 Aug 2023 11:29:01
The problem Greggers is that so many of the decisions are subjective.
So that leaves it in the hands of the a group who for too long have been more concerned about giving the impression the onfield decisions are right rather than reach the actual right decision.
The irony is we all understand that refs will make wrong decisions and given the speed of the current game that is inevitable. We would care less about those initial mistakes if they rectified them.
5.) 20 Aug 2023 11:41:52
For non medicos people! Ketamine causes dissociative anaesthesia! That was absolutely brilliant!
6.) 20 Aug 2023 12:35:32
Dead right Wassa.
7.) 20 Aug 2023 13:16:41
I completely agree Wassa. I understand onfield decisions can be made in error. Yesterday the ref clearly made his decision based on the reaction of the player on the receiving end. He didn’t make his call until he thought the player was badly injured (good play-acting) . You are right, that is where var can come in and help. Although many decisions are subjective, there are things that help to make it more objective. For example, what constitutes a red card in a tackle? Excessive force, endangering an opponent, leading with studs, straight leg, out of control, two-footed, high, reckless, intent. Out of 9 stipulations to make a red, you can maybe argue 1. Based on that, it is easy for var to say there is not enough for a red. But like you say, they are not implementing it properly.
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8.) 20 Aug 2023 19:07:18
I agree VAR is a mess but I think that is down to how it’s implemented and used by the officials and how we as fans think it is/ should be implemented. I remember watching a programme before it’s first season where the ref in charge of it outlined how it would work with clear and obvious. The ref tells the var what he has seen and if what the ref has seen tally’s with what the VAR see they don’t intervene, even if they disagree with his decision. So for example, yesterdays ref says Mac went for a tackle and caught the opposing player on the shin- red card. The VAR looks at the image and says yes that’s what happened, even if he doesn’t think it’s a red they don’t then intervene. I kind of understand that, in the sense it’s only the on field ref making those decisions then- however there needs to be something for when the var (and don’t they have an assistant? ) both think the on field official has got it wrong- even when he describes the incident correctly. Would there be any harm in all red cards being reviewed again on the screen, or having a supremo ref in the VAR studio signing off on all straight red cards, after all if they go to appeal and it’s recinded, surely there should be a way of doing that instantly so as not to affect the match in which it happens?
9.) 20 Aug 2023 23:36:35
Well put, Waqqas.
03 Jul 2023 07:32:30
It’s notable from the two new signings, we now have players that can score from distance. Add Trent to that from a midfield position and that makes us dangerous from other areas. It makes us less predictable to defend against which will be important against stubborn defences.
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07 Jun 2023 07:42:00
If we are to sign a left sided CB/ LB like van de ven, it could certainly point toward the more hybrid Trent role as he would be well suited dropping into the back three. If that meant competition for robbo on that side, do people think we would still need another CB if matip and Phillips were to go? Especially given the injury records of konate and Gomez.
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1.) 07 Jun 2023 09:13:12
I don’t know anything about van de van. But on the question of bringing in another CB if Matip and Phillips were let go then the answer would be yes.
2.) 07 Jun 2023 14:44:49
Can't comment. Never seen him play.
03 Jun 2023 12:12:16
With all the discussions of needing 2 or 3 midfielders, it made me realise that the rebuilding job in midfield is not just for this season but next as well. It’s conceivable that 2 if not all 3 of thiago, Fabinho and henderson could go next season. Could that be the consideration for bringing an extra body in now? I appreciate we don’t have the resources of city where they can buy the replacement for a player whilst said player remains at the club for another year or two. However, with europa league this season and still retaining injury prone players, if three were brought in they would still get plenty of game time and be better placed for replacing outgoing players next season.
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1.) 03 Jun 2023 13:15:58
Agreed. As far as I am concerned we do not have a starting midfield right now. None of those three players can be relied upon, whether you’re talking about availability, consistency or physicality on the pitch.
We have Jones and Bajcetic who are both great, but are too inexperienced to depend upon every week. I feel Elliott is more of a forward myself. Morton may come back and stake a claim but that is far from a guarantee.
We’ve been messing around by persisting with players who are too young, too old, too niche and far too injury prone. We need to buy the next generation of Milners, Wijnaldums and Hendersons. Well rounded players who can be relied upon to play any role at any time.
In my opinion the absence of such a player is what cost us the quadruple. Now we need to find three of them.
2.) 03 Jun 2023 13:32:28
I can’t us is getting 3 midfielders.
We have a lot of young future talent and a lot of experience. We just lack a couple of players hitting their peak. Mac Allister fits the bill.
3.) 03 Jun 2023 13:38:50
Much of debate over the last few days has been 2 or 3 midfielders.
My take is this. We need 2. The midfield needs more athleticism. mac Allaister does not bring this. He can tackle, press etc. But I don't see the pace to scramble when our press is beaten. So we need that type. Kone or Thuram both fulfill it. Preferably Thuram for me. The third would hopefully be Arnold with Bajectic, Jones and Henderson fighting for spots.
When we were linked with Gravenberch, Tielemens etc. I would definitely always have said two is enough in terms of need. Particularly as I don't want above players.
However if we can get Mac Allaister, Thuram and Kone I would definitely do it. I'm not fond of the inverted wingback but even if it meant keeping that system I would do it. That midfield screams chemistry to me. Kone holding with Thuram and Mac Allaister box to box.
If we pulled off the miracle and got all three, I would move Fabinho and Thiago on if possible. It will be sad with Fabinho in particular as he is an absolute legend but in football we must move forward.
Bajectic, Jones, Morton, Arnold, Henderson all challenging. It would be awesome.
I will not entertain selling club captain Henderson. One thing on him, he finds his best football when he is on the bench. I think he reflects on his game more. Everytime he is out of the team, he finds a way back in. I could see him coming up with something to increase his on pitch importance again. Plus I loved the man. I'm nowhere near ready to part ways. Losing Fabinho, milner and Firmino is bad enough. Only so many legends can leave in one summer.
4.) 03 Jun 2023 13:45:17
Blimey Ron Keagues back. Welcome back Ron.
5.) 03 Jun 2023 14:09:58
Hi CC.
6.) 03 Jun 2023 15:18:46
RON!
Hope you’re well mate.
7.) 03 Jun 2023 15:51:24
Ron! Glad you are back!
8.) 03 Jun 2023 17:38:20
For me, whether we need 2 or 3 will depend entirely on what the decision for TAA's position will be next season. And like falling dominoes, everything becomes more clear after that decision.
If TAA is staying at RB, then we need 3. So midfield would be Henderson, Thiago, Fabinho, Elliott, Jones, Bajcetic, Mac Allister, Thuram and Kone (3 to be confrmed) . That's a total of 9 midfielders. You can say that's too many, but I would say we want to challenge in 4 competitions.
If TAA is moving up to midfield, or we're keeping this hybrid role for him, then we need 2. Mac Allister and Thuram to be brought in. That makes it 9 once again in midfield.
I hope TAA is moved up to midfield. Gomez, Ramsey and Bradley to fight it out and alternate for the RB spot.
9.) 03 Jun 2023 17:50:53
Hi guys, what a lovely welcome back to the site.
Hope everyone is doing well. I’m feeling pretty good myself thank you.
YNWA.
10.) 03 Jun 2023 18:03:40
ArAy I agree with that. If Trent is a midfielder we can do with 2.
11.) 03 Jun 2023 19:15:44
Would Trent be better in midfield than any of MacAllistair, Thuram or Kone, just a question for those who watch other leagues?
Maybe TAA should be used in Cups etc in midfield to build experience in there, don't forget most on here say he's the best rb in the world so why move him.
12.) 03 Jun 2023 20:31:51
Whoa! Ron's back, baby. Let's Go!
13.) 03 Jun 2023 20:42:05
I feel we need 3, Bajcetic looked like a quality player when he stepped up but he needs to be managed correctly with being so young. Jones looked good towards the end of the season but I don't think he has the quality to be a starter week in and week out in a team wanting to challenge for the title, he'd be a good squad player.
Elliot is too light weight to play in the centre I feel, he could play just behind the striker or out on the RW/ LW. Henderson has been a quality servant to the club and has far exceeded my expectations when we signed him but unfortunately age has caught up with him and he should be phased out. Thiago if he could stay fit would still bring some quality into the team but the guy is always injured. Fabinho has been on a decline the last 2 seasons, watching him the past season was so frustrating he looked so slow, weak and couldn't make a tackle without giving the ball away. Id look to move him on while we could still get some money for him.
I'm not convinced with this hybrid role for Trent either he needs to be put in to midfield or rb. It leaves the defence far too exposed and I can see us being caught out trying it throughout the season.
Thats just my thoughts on the situation anyway.
14.) 04 Jun 2023 00:44:35
Ron Keague! Magic! Welcome back!
15.) 04 Jun 2023 12:12:09
I agree ArAy, if Trent moves into midfield we need 2. That looking like MacAllister and 1 of Konr or Thuram - those 3 starting would be good
Also, we'd then have Elliott, Jones and Bacjetic backing them up - gives us a young looking midfield and also still having Thiago and Henderson as experienced back up too - if a cdm is signed, I think Fabinho will.
26 Feb 2023 09:40:11
Just wanted to give a shout out to Keita for his “efforts” last night. Myself, being an overweight, 41 year-old bang average footballer, he genuinely gave me hope I could play at the top level.
1.) 26 Feb 2023 09:58:17
Greggers that made me laugh. But surely the rest of the team also gave you that hope.
2.) 26 Feb 2023 10:38:52
This is the part from Klopp that is really becoming irritating. Playing players out of some sense of loyalty or something, when there are others behind who deserve their chance and have a far better "upside", if that ever happens. But how do you find out of you don't play them? Some have said that Klopp may be protecting Jones and Carvalho, for example. Why? And if so, why doesn't that apply to Bajcetic or Elliott?
3.) 26 Feb 2023 11:14:06
There was no reason whatsoever to play Keita ahead of Jones or Elliot last night other than thinking he might do a better job.
Surprise, surprise, he didn't.
4.) 26 Feb 2023 11:37:51
Naby is getting pelters and deservedly so. He was terrible last night for his 45 min cameo.
But let’s also not forget he didn’t play the 2nd half and we were worse and he didn’t feature or start in lots of the other poor team performances this season.
5.) 26 Feb 2023 12:33:39
Henderson was worse than Naby JK. Not a single post about him over here.
6.) 26 Feb 2023 12:45:40
Must be FSG’s fault then, I reckon cos the last time I checked, people on here were blaming them for the tactics, team selections and a distinct lack of effort of “insert player here”.
7.) 26 Feb 2023 13:31:22
Something Red. Elliott couldn’t find a red shirt when he came on, every bit as bad as Naby, so he didn’t play better either.
The fact is that the TEAM is shot to pieces with very few players showing even a modicum of form. If it was only an odd player the solution would be easy by just replacing him but that isn’t the case.
8.) 26 Feb 2023 13:36:40
JK, after the yellow card, Keita committed 3-4 fouls, any of which could have gotten him a red, if the ref. had been in the mood. Better to play worse without him in the second half, than to be reduced down to 10 men, and the now famous "we got a draw but at least we got a clean sheet" would have been doubtful too.
9.) 26 Feb 2023 13:57:05
It's not your fault mate. Your parents calling you Greggers cursed you from day one. Might as well have called you Colonel McDominos. I 100% believe you'd do a better job than Naby though regardless of how many steak bakes and sausage rolls you consume.
10.) 26 Feb 2023 14:00:14
Aray I wasn’t trying to defend Naby mate. He was diabolical. But so were most of the rest of the team as they were 2nd half against Real without Naby.
11.) 26 Feb 2023 15:42:20
And yet one of the greatest managers I the world continues to pick Naby, so what does that say about Klopp and the other midfielders that don't start ahead of Naby.
12.) 26 Feb 2023 15:42:41
MK, I put more effort into putting the rather weighty bottle bin to the front of the house on a Monday morning. Also harder to knock off the ball. It’s amazing that somebody’s sole purpose is to kick a bag of wind around and he manages to under hit every pass. Also, last night was proof it is in fact possible for an elite athlete to sprint slower than the average man can walk.
13.) 26 Feb 2023 20:57:49
I think the ref decided to give the advantage to Palace after Keita's fouls by leaving him on.
14.) 26 Feb 2023 21:00:57
I appreciate Henderson is on the scapegoat list this season, but he wasn't worse than Naby yesterday, Casino.
He just wasn't. You are telling lies.
17 Feb 2024 10:22:26
Ed is absolutely correct. As a result of sickness, you will have raised inflammatory markers, increased neural tension, inactivity, dehydration and subsequent increased muscle tightness. Goalkeepers have to perform a lot of explosive movements and short sprints to shut space down, so they should not be considered immune to muscle injuries. In particular Alisson, as that is probably one of the aspects of his game he excels at.
I do wonder with the number of hamstrings injuries we are seeing in the game, whether there is a connection to neural tension problems that are often caused by postural issues. Things from gaming, oversized furniture that does facilitate correct ergonomics, increased sitting through travel and reduced recovery time. I think this season with increased injury times may contribute also. Players are so fine tuned through sports science to get maximal output for 90-95 minutes. Go beyond that and they are entering the ‘red zone’ in terms of risk. Previous generations may not have played the game at the same speed, but endurance and durability was much better. They could cope with heavy playing surfaces and poorer conditions. Apologies for the long winded reply.
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10 Nov 2023 07:36:42
Is the other boca player ezequiel Fernandez?
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29 Apr 2023 18:25:45
Does this mean we are not signing Bellingham?
27 Dec 2022 12:32:52
Could the midfielder from flamengo, I think, joao Gomes be the one? Hasn’t the Brazilian league finished already? Would that make him more attainable?
Thanks.
22 Jan 2021 18:52:34
Gomez injury to me is more concerning. The fact it is a contractile structure (a primary one that transmits force to straighten the knee- so effectively the kicking action) that will require significant stresses through it to achieve return to action means rehab will have to be very cautious. He can certainly achieve it but I would imagine a lengthier recovery than VVD.
02 Feb 2024 20:00:17
We were excellent but Chelsea are woeful. The fact they had a defender with bad in his name and another whose name sounds like disaster, what do you expect.
Cheers.
{Ed025's Note - im with you Greggers..
16 Oct 2023 17:35:11
I was lucky enough to see river vs independiente back in 2003 I think. D’allesandro was playing if I remember correctly. The river fans were nuts. Despite winning, on the train back into the centre of Buenos Aires the fans destroyed the train, ripping up seats and pulling lights down. When we got off, my two mates and I were quickly escorted off to a separate gate by security. At first I thought we were singled out for being, well, not local. But the guy just said, ‘not safe’ and ushered us out of a different exit. Good job they didn’t lose. It was also quite scary to feel the stand moving when the fans were jumping!
15 Sep 2023 23:37:51
A guy who used to deliver fish to finch farm told me Pickford’s nickname was plank due to not being the brightest. Not a major surprise!
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24 Aug 2023 14:25:17
With us having a genuine no9 in Nunez, do we look for more traditional wingers who are providers rather than goal scorers?
Cheers.
20 Aug 2023 13:16:41
I completely agree Wassa. I understand onfield decisions can be made in error. Yesterday the ref clearly made his decision based on the reaction of the player on the receiving end. He didn’t make his call until he thought the player was badly injured (good play-acting) . You are right, that is where var can come in and help. Although many decisions are subjective, there are things that help to make it more objective. For example, what constitutes a red card in a tackle? Excessive force, endangering an opponent, leading with studs, straight leg, out of control, two-footed, high, reckless, intent. Out of 9 stipulations to make a red, you can maybe argue 1. Based on that, it is easy for var to say there is not enough for a red. But like you say, they are not implementing it properly.
Cheers.