View Full Version : Liverpool vs. Fulham, 12.04.03 [R]
RedKnight
10 Apr 2003, 11:14 AM
Every match is big from here on out.
Owen returns to the lineup. Diouf, however, is ruled out due to a shin injury.
Hyypia is available for this match, as I understand it (he serves the one-match ban next week, versus Everton.)
If all of that is accurate, then here's my choice for the squad:
…………………Dudek
Carragher—Traore—Hyypia—Riise
Murphy—Hamann—Gerrard—Cheyrou
…………..Heskey—Owen
Subs:
Arpexhad
Smicer
Biscan
Baros
Diao
Though I wouldn't be surprised if Smicer started, with Bruno on the bench.
As disastrous as we were on Saturday, Fulham were every bit as bad on Monday night against Rovers.
There's no reason in the world for us not to take three points on Saturday.
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liverbird
11 Apr 2003, 09:38 AM
Got it about right --- not that there is much choice. Personally, I'm beginning to think that Diao should get some time as Didi really looks to be laboring with his shin problem. Also, I'd rather Baros got a chance, let Heskey rest up for the Derby. However, I think you've outlined the side that GH will pick. Vlad the Ineffectual will play over Cheyrou.
Theo
11 Apr 2003, 10:56 AM
Fulham were miserable against Blackburn. this should really be an easy 3-pointer. but what ever is? i hope Smicer is on the left instead of Cheyrou. this is Sami's last game until he is suspended, right? with Henchoz still unfit, things do not look too good for Everton next weekend.
i hope we can really take it to them early and that Gerrard has his A game on.
Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 09:36 AM
From lfc.tv...
…………………Dudek
Carragher—Traore—Hyypia—Riise
Murphy—Hamann—Gerrard—Heskey
…………..Baros—Owen
Subs:
Arphexad
Smicer
Biscan
Cheyrou
Diao
Stig
Flying Weasel
12 Apr 2003, 09:40 AM
Twisted ankle rules Murphy out at last minute.
Vladimir Smicer gets the call.
Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 09:41 AM
Fulham FC is providing free audio commentary, but Stig has not tested the following links. Eggs and bacon are just as important.
Stig
Within the UK
http://www.virtuetv.com/sport/fulhamfc/fulhamlive.ram
Ouside the UK
http://www.virtuetv.com/sport/fulhamfc/fulhamlive2.ram
Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 09:43 AM
Originally posted by Flying Weasel
Twisted ankle rules Murphy out at last minute.
Vladimir Smicer gets the call.
Boy, FW, that e-Season Ticket is quicker than Stig! Mellor now listed as substitute.
Thanks,
Stig
Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 10:39 AM
Hunter slags Heskey, then Heskey scores. 35th minute.
Stig
RedKnight
12 Apr 2003, 10:44 AM
Half-time. Liverpool 1-0 Fulham.
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Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 10:54 AM
1-0 at the half. We ought to have at least 3 by now. Baros had some very good chances, and Owen looks great...in a footballing sense.
Need to win this, as Everton are 2-1 up on WBA.
Groovy intermission music on the e-Season Ticket, worth every Kroner Stig paid for it.
Stig
RedKnight
12 Apr 2003, 11:06 AM
Second half underway. No substitutions.
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LiverpoolFanatic
12 Apr 2003, 11:14 AM
Dudek just cleared it to Saha. Ugh. Traore saves his bacon.
LiverpoolFanatic
12 Apr 2003, 11:20 AM
Owen scuffs one chance, and then very shortly after that he scores his 23rd of the season. Vladimir Smicer is having one of his "good" matches.
2-0 to the good.
RedKnight
12 Apr 2003, 11:20 AM
GOAL!
Owen 59'. Great through-ball from Smicer; Owen beats Taylor one-on-one.
Liverpool 2-0 Fulham
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Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 11:27 AM
Hunter does his best (worst) impression, announcing that Fulham are about to introduce Elvis (Hammond). Lanky's soulmate would be proud.
Stig
LiverpoolFanatic
12 Apr 2003, 11:44 AM
Several penalty appeals by the Reds go unrewarded. Chelsea leads Bolton 1-0. Come on you Trotters!
Bjornebye
12 Apr 2003, 11:47 AM
Kop sings "Are you Riley in disguise?". Riley, by the way, is the 4th official today.
Stig
RedKnight
12 Apr 2003, 11:50 AM
89th minute. Late substitution: Cheyrou for Smicer.
Two minutes stoppage time.
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LiverpoolFanatic
12 Apr 2003, 11:53 AM
Just about over. A much needed three points.
RedKnight
12 Apr 2003, 11:54 AM
Full-time!
Liverpool 2-0 Fulham.
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