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Locke · 07-23-2010, 03:18 PM

I'm skeptical until I see Fernando Torres back in Liverpool Red scoring goals. If you remove Torres from the equation its a whole different ball game. Big time.

Further, the squad depth isnt what it has to be to compete in all these different competitions. I havent heard one word from Hodgson on 2 issues that I feel are very important.

1. Who the hell is playing Left Back?
2. What is the priority? Whats the order? League, Europa, FA, what is most important? I want to know what the goal is so I dont whine when he fields the Ressies occasionally.

And yes, a fit Torres, Cole, Gerrard (and Kuyt!) are a pretty fearsome attacking force, but 3 of those 4 have SERIOUS injury concerns. All 4 are internationals and have had long seasons, and Torres and Gerrard have been on and off injured the last few seasons.

I guess for me its just natural to be inherently skeptical about an upcoming season, it makes the almost certain disappointment that much easier to take.

07-23-2010, 03:18 PM	#67
Locke Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Income Tax Central Exp:	I'm skeptical until I see Fernando Torres back in Liverpool Red scoring goals. If you remove Torres from the equation its a whole different ball game. Big time. Further, the squad depth isnt what it has to be to compete in all these different competitions. I havent heard one word from Hodgson on 2 issues that I feel are very important. 1. Who the hell is playing Left Back? 2. What is the priority? Whats the order? League, Europa, FA, what is most important? I want to know what the goal is so I dont whine when he fields the Ressies occasionally. And yes, a fit Torres, Cole, Gerrard (and Kuyt!) are a pretty fearsome attacking force, but 3 of those 4 have SERIOUS injury concerns. All 4 are internationals and have had long seasons, and Torres and Gerrard have been on and off injured the last few seasons. I guess for me its just natural to be inherently skeptical about an upcoming season, it makes the almost certain disappointment that much easier to take. __________________ The Beatings Shall Continue Until Morale Improves! This Post Has Been Distilled for the Eradication of Seemingly Incurable Sadness. The World Ends when you're dead. Until then, you've got more punishment in store. - Flames Fans If you thought this season would have a happy ending, you haven't been paying attention.