Mullins / Garcia appeals lost

[Kent_Hammer]

The FA have decided not to show clemency and both players will miss the final. It's a shame especially for Mullins who may not get the opportunity again, but they only have themselves to blame I guess.

[norwaytips]

Shame that, but they have nobody to blame but themselves. I wonder who will get in now??? Newton at RB, with Anton playing midfield? Fletcher as a straight replacement maybe? Dailly is trying to get fit too.

My choice would be Fletcher in the holding midfield role and our fastest runner at right back. What's happened to Clarky? He was great against the Arse, but has vanished since. Tony.

[torontohammer]

I'm gutted for Mullins. It didn't even seem to be a red card offence when you compare it to some of the argy-bargy that goes on so often these days. I presume that there is no further appeal process. Still, the FA is the FA and they have their ways.

[McTide]

In my opinion, this hurts us more than the liverpils. I look forward to the day, and soon coming, that we have the depth to match the "Big 4" clubs.

[Chadwell]

The decision is complete crap.

Without Mullins I would opt for an attacking line-up. Put Zamora in up top next to Ashton, drop Harewood back on the right side and play Yossi and NRC in the middle.

I'm sick of seeing 1-0 scorelines in title matches.

Prediction: Hammer win 6-5 :D

[shootemlow]

In my opinion, this hurts us more than the liverpils. I look forward to the day, and soon coming, that we have the depth to match the "Big 4" clubs.

Guess I'm in a minority here as I've never rated Mullins, half the time he gives the ball away, watch him closely, 50% of his passes are to the other side. We have enough coverage with moving a few around with Newton possibly even Ward (needs more exposure) or better yet, let Noble fill the position.:)

[hammermolder]

Guess I'm in a minority here as I've never rated Mullins, half the time he gives the ball away, watch him closely, 50% of his passes are to the other side. We have enough coverage with moving a few around with Newton possibly even Ward (needs more exposure) or better yet, let Noble fill the position.:)
Im sorry,but im with you shootem,i just dont rate mullins,i dont think its a great lose,bring in young Noble,how old was Paul Allen when he played against the arse,16

[McTide]

Im sorry,but im with you shootem,i just dont rate mullins,i dont think its a great lose,bring in young Noble,how old was Paul Allen when he played against the arse,16

You have a point. I just hate losing experience in the biggest match the Hammers have played in decades.

[Batcave Brigade]

When Noble came in around Christmas for Reo he didn't look up to it. IMHO, it would be insane to throw him in the final at this point.

It will be interesting to see what Pardew experiments with Monday.

[hammermolder]

When Noble came in around Christmas for Reo he didn't look up to it. IMHO, it would be insane to throw him in the final at this point.

It will be interesting to see what Pardew experiments with Monday.
I know the rest of the leauge wont like it,but i think Pardew needs to experiment in the next two games, they mean nothing to us,we need to see whos up for what,although pompie, the brummies and the arse might see it different.

[hammer_scout51]

Guys Mullins has been brilliant in 90% of the games he played. Its one of the positions that you don't notice the amount of involvement the player has.

Reo and Yossi for me but i can see Pardew going with Dailly if fit.

[McTide]

I know the rest of the leauge wont like it,but i think Pardew needs to experiment in the next two games, they mean nothing to us,we need to see whos up for what,although pompie, the brummies and the arse might see it different.

Playing 3 teams with a lot on the line. I agree with some experimentation, but I really want to close out strong and ensure a top 1/2 finish.

[ballard45]

If he is fit, I think that Dailly is our best option. Many on this board have said that his best position is sitting in front of the back 4. This would be his chance.

I'd still like to see AP really attack the game. Play 3 strikers - Harewood, Ashton and Zamora. The game is there to be won...go for it.

[hammer_scout51]

If he is fit, I think that Dailly is our best option. Many on this board have said that his best position is sitting in front of the back 4. This would be his chance.

I'd still like to see AP really attack the game. Play 3 strikers - Harewood, Ashton and Zamora. The game is there to be won...go for it.


The only way Pards may do that is if he plays Reo and Yossi in the middle and Marlon wide right.

[shootemlow]

Good discussion guys. A few options for Pards, throwing youngsters into a FA Cup final can be great for their career, adrenalin works wonders for nerves.
Hopefully we will see Noble in the team against W Brom. ;) Looks like Pompey are staying up lets do the double on them next season.

[Footstomper]

Im sorry,but im with you shootem,i just dont rate mullins,i dont think its a great lose,bring in young Noble,how old was Paul Allen when he played against the arse,16I never rated Mullins. I was wrong. He's grown in stature with every game this season. We'll miss him.