Houston is a tough place to play, but TFC actually has 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss in last 4 games...
Never want to be too optimistic about TFC away games, but who knows?
Pre/In/Post - Matchday 15: Toronto at Houston, Sat 22June, 9pm
Houston is a tough place to play, but TFC actually has 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss in last 4 games...
Never want to be too optimistic about TFC away games, but who knows?
“Years have gone by and I’ve finally learned to accept myself for who I am: a beggar for good football.
I go about the world, hand outstretched, and in the stadiums I plead: ‘A pretty move, for the love of God.’
And when good football happens, I give thanks for the miracle and I don’t give a damn which team or country performs it.”
-Eduardo Galeano
2 game win streak folks? Still dreaming here.
Id be happy with a draw. Will Hall be back from int'l duty for them?
Last edited by Voodooman; 06-17-2013 at 11:23 AM.
I have a bad feeling about this one. Houston plays extremely well at home, and our second road game in a row. Not too optimistic about our chances.
We will keep it within a goal I think. Just not sure which side the goal advantage will be....
Houston is a hard team to play anywhere, they are less about star power and more about just being a bunch of good players who have been together for a long time and work hard.
That city is HOT AS HELL in the summer which may be a slight disadvantage as well.
I would be more than happy with a tie and no injuries. Even better would be if the boys played reasonably well.
Do we have Henry back yet or is Bossman still in the back?
WE DID IT!
Tough road game, I don't see getting anything from this.
Please no one get into a bar fight....
Agreed.Originally Posted by Abou Sky
And yes, Henry should be back. I am not sure if he starts or not though.
Well, Houston has been weak in their last couple of home games, after reeling off a 34-game unbeaten streak. If TFC plays disciplined soccer and builds some confidence, I think a draw is possible - expecially if they can get Koeverman's in the lineup alongside Earnshaw, with Silva and Laba in the middle and Brockie/Osario/Convey in the wings. Or maybe even move Convey to LB and bring Odea back to CB. I get the feeling Morgan may be reinstated at RB.
I remember that win. Houston had 85% possession or some such, but Dero scored on two late free kicks.
“What the world needs is more geniuses with humility; there are so few of us left.”
Heat
Not sure Caldwell and Koevs are going to like playing in all that.
I'm thinking this will end up 3-1 or something like that.
Oddly enough, that's why I think this will be a tight 1-goal loss or draw...
We've had this weird knack for playing well (or opponents playing down) when we should get smoked...
Maybe Houston takes us for granted and hold on for a 1-1 or 2-2 draw...
"...Money wasn't tight, but it like, it wasn't right..."
was that a 2-2 tie? each time Houston takes a lead, Dero tie it up on a free kick?
I vaguely remember I was there in attendance in Houston to watch the game live before flying onward to Mexico City for Cruz Azual match... that year...
You got it mostly right. It was 2-1 TFC.
http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/20...layoff-content
“What the world needs is more geniuses with humility; there are so few of us left.”
Houston plays in Montreal on Wednesday and then against the reds on Saturday. Seeing how they'll have to give it their all to beat the first place team in the conference I'm hoping fatigue will be a factor for Houston on Saturday. 2-1 for the Reds.
One thing is certain; we can't expect to earn a result in Houston if we generate one shot on goal again...
We should take/invite Woolard as he is our third highest goal scorer. ;@)
On the bright side, if we go into the second half down a goal or two, Nelsen can put Koevermans in without getting blasted by everyone for not making a defensive sub
Can easily see RN going ultra defensive in this one. Nobody should get their hopes up - I don't think we'll get trounced but difficult to see a win either. I'd like to see some legit scoring opportunities created from some counters. If we can do that, I'll see that as progress.
Way Nelsen tends to do things, I think he'll bring back Henry and possibly put Brockie in instead of Silva. I can't see him doing anything else.
If TFC win this, I will shave "TFC" on the back of my head.
You like to play it safe eh..
No matter how unlikely I will hold you to it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cJLy6amX08
Heat shouldn't be a huge factor. It's not like they're you or me supplanted into Houston exactly...these are pro athletes with related experience or they simply grew up with it. The midfield will be fine and it's still infinitely better for Koevermans than turf. Game is 8 local, it might only be 30*.
3-3, again.
It's definitely going to be a tough game, but I hope our boys will be able to carry over some strong, positive vibes from the last couple of games - and that at least means we'll be a tough side to play against.
2-0 to the TFC
We can't afford many more defeats this year. Gotta win most. If the boys understand the seriousness of the situation then I think we'll do well in Houston. We've got enough skill to play against them too, I think, so it's really just down to effort. Here's hoping!
http://www.firstrow1.eu/watch/191983...on-dynamo.html
Houston at Montreal now.
Well, Houston will be tired for Sat
“Years have gone by and I’ve finally learned to accept myself for who I am: a beggar for good football.
I go about the world, hand outstretched, and in the stadiums I plead: ‘A pretty move, for the love of God.’
And when good football happens, I give thanks for the miracle and I don’t give a damn which team or country performs it.”
-Eduardo Galeano
Montreal really putting Houston to the sword.
Impact look like a championship team. Nobody can handle them.
“What the world needs is more geniuses with humility; there are so few of us left.”
domination by the impact. Nothing was working for Houston... oh well, there's always next game...
They'll be ripe for the taking. But our entire team must want to win this one. Half-hearted performance won't do.
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