Crew vs Chicago:: pre-game/wager thread

Discussion in 'Columbus Crew' started by Grouchy, Sep 4, 2006.

  1. Grouchy

    Grouchy Member+

    Evil
    Apr 18, 1999
    Canal Winchester
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Votes cast in the above poll will be posted to and used in the (Un)Official 2006 Crew Wagering Thread.

    If you are not a Crew fan, there is no need to participate in the poll.


    6:00pm home game on Saturday, September 9th against the Chicago Fire.

    TV: none. Radio: 105.7 FM (English) 1550 AM (Spanish).

    The previous two meetings with Chicago have been draws (1-1 home, 0-0 away). Chicago is on a ten game unbeaten streak (last loss 07/15 vs FCD). The Fire play DC United in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup this Wednesday.
     
  2. Bill Archer

    Bill Archer BigSoccer Supporter

    Mar 19, 2002
    Washington, NC
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Extra bonus points question:

    Over/under: How many F*re fans will vote in this poll despite being asked not to?

    I figure an over/under wager set at around 15.
     
  3. Plowmanoo

    Plowmanoo New Member

    Apr 18, 1999
    Columbus, OH
    I apparently voted while not signed in. Crew by 1.
     
  4. TrueCrew

    TrueCrew Member+

    Dec 22, 2003
    Columbus, OH
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    The Fire has a USOC game in midweek vs. D.C. that is getting close to hardware time. I think both teams will take it seriously and play regulars. That should hlep us on Saturday. Crew 2-1.
     
  5. eboe

    eboe Member+

    Columbus Crew
    United States
    May 23, 2006
    Columbus, OH
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    crew by one then bux by 7...
     
  6. OU9601

    OU9601 Member

    Jul 12, 2003
    Lancaster, Ohio
    Over. 17.

    Crew 2 - Fire 1
     
  7. Grouchy

    Grouchy Member+

    Evil
    Apr 18, 1999
    Canal Winchester
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Under... Probably four or fewer
     
  8. 96er

    96er Member

    Aug 22, 2006
    Columbus
    So, I havent seen this discussed anywhere yet, but isnt there a bit of a line-up issue for this match? Namely, how it would be rediculous to bench Virtuoso after his performance in the last match, but where does that leave Ngwenya? Joe had a run of 2 and a half solid games, seemed like he was finding his form...In the end though, Sigi will probably stick with the line-up that produced the most goals, like, ever. Right?
     
  9. TrueCrew

    TrueCrew Member+

    Dec 22, 2003
    Columbus, OH
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    How about we bench Gaven (gasp!) and start Ngwenya and Virtuoso as the wingers, and leave everyone else the same?

    Or we could save him for late game speed if needed.
     
  10. Aaron d

    Aaron d Member+

    May 15, 2005
    Wooster
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    If by two and a half good games you mean one good shot.
     
  11. 96er

    96er Member

    Aug 22, 2006
    Columbus
    Gasp indeed. Not bloody likely that Sigi would bench Gaven, and thats where the "controversy" comes in. Gavens struggles are well documented, but will that goal he got give him a little boost in confidence that hes been needing? Or since hes been transparent for so long on the wings, do you put in Ngwenya, who seemed to be figuring things out finally before his suspension? I'm with you, Gavens been supremely ineffective running the wings, I dont care if he did tap in a sitter. I would be a lot more confident with Virtuoso and Ngwenya on the wings, but Id put my money on Sigi leaving Gaven out there.

    I disagree. In the RSL debacle at home, Ngwenya was the only bright spot. He was giving their backline fits all night, and he did the same against NYRB, with not only "one good shot" but one absolutely brilliant run which produced one good shot. Granted, this is all moot if/when Thomas gets healthy. If Virtuoso can continue that form, a tandem of Thomas and Mango on the wings is almost drool worthy.....
     
  12. Blissless

    Blissless New Member

    Aug 10, 2006
    Back in Columbus
    In the post game Sigi intimated that the fight would be between Gaven and Ngwenya for that right spot. I think that implied Virtuoso was a lock for the staring left side if healthy.

    Personally, I think it's a toss up. Ngwenya moves an awful lot, but his first touch is enough to get him out of scoring position, while Gaven could probably use a spell on the bench. Then again a consistant position, and with a goal last game Gaven could be gaing confidence. Finally a choice for Sigi not dictated by injuries.
     
  13. Grouchy

    Grouchy Member+

    Evil
    Apr 18, 1999
    Canal Winchester
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Well, the first defeated DC United 3-0 last night at Toyota Park in a "spirited affair" (Nowak is furious, someone ran on the field, two ejections, goal disallowed, etc.)

    Their starting lineup:

    18 - Matt Pickens (GK)
    2 - C.J. Brown
    3 - Calen Carr (2 goals)
    5 - Jim Curtin
    8 - Diego Gutierrez
    10 - Thiago
    11 - Nate Jaqua
    14 - Chris Armas (ejected)
    21 - Justin Mapp (1 goal)
    23 - Ivan Guerrero
    25 - Gonzalo Segares

    This Saturday should be another hard-fought contest.
     
  14. myshap

    myshap Member

    Jun 19, 2002
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    When hasn't Nowak cried like a little bitch when he's lost?

    The guy has no class what-so-ever.
     
  15. HardHatMike

    HardHatMike DOOOOOOOOM!

    Traktor Nebraska
    Aug 31, 2005
    Lincoln, Nebraska
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    The way this team has played in teh last 3 games, how can we even begin to suspect that we know what they'll do here?

    It's feast of famine with these guys. And we've been left hungry a lot. I have a feeling that we go hungry again this weekend.

    Fire 2-0 :(

    And Bucks 31-17 :p


    EDIT: OH, and anyone going to be tailgating this weekend? It was kinda lonely being the only Crew fan with all the New Englanders for a long time last weekend....
     
  16. cleazer

    cleazer Member+

    May 6, 2003
    Toledo, OH
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    from the mlsnet match preview:

    So long as Virtuoso isn't listed under the injury column, we're fine. I'm thinking it'll be an extremely similar starting line-up to last week. Though I'll echo the comments about maybe putting Ngwenya in for Gaven. Other than that, hopefully there won't be any changes.
     
  17. cleazer

    cleazer Member+

    May 6, 2003
    Toledo, OH
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    By the way, everyone, there's a Crew game today. Don't get too excited though.


    According to the Dispatch, Marshall is expected to start, and the final spot in the midfield is down to Ngwenya or Gaven.
     
  18. hangthadj

    hangthadj Member+

    A.S. Roma
    Mar 27, 2001
    Zone 14
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    I still can't believe this game is not on tv. anyone that wants to text their friend hang updates, it would be appreciated.
     
  19. HardHatMike

    HardHatMike DOOOOOOOOM!

    Traktor Nebraska
    Aug 31, 2005
    Lincoln, Nebraska
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    shoot me a pm with your number and I'd be glad to. although I'm already on my second beer of the day, so by the end of the game, they might not be that coherent.
     
  20. fidlerre

    fidlerre Moderator
    Staff Member

    Oct 10, 2000
    Central Ohio
    Never fear Seds - FF and I got ya covered.
     
  21. fidlerre

    fidlerre Moderator
    Staff Member

    Oct 10, 2000
    Central Ohio
    You mean the paper wasn't printed scarlett and gray today? I'm stunned...

    I am thinking the Crew wins 2-1.
     
  22. fidlerre

    fidlerre Moderator
    Staff Member

    Oct 10, 2000
    Central Ohio
    Eveidently there is a reason Peter Wilt isn't in Chicago anymore...

    He couldn't read.
     
  23. hangthadj

    hangthadj Member+

    A.S. Roma
    Mar 27, 2001
    Zone 14
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Good, that will make up for you not returning my calls last weekend. :D
     
  24. HardHatMike

    HardHatMike DOOOOOOOOM!

    Traktor Nebraska
    Aug 31, 2005
    Lincoln, Nebraska
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    Anyone gonna have a grill this week? If so I'm gonna bring some food.
     
  25. Bill Archer

    Bill Archer BigSoccer Supporter

    Mar 19, 2002
    Washington, NC
    Club:
    Columbus Crew
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    What's the over/under on how many F*re fans show up here in the next 24 hours, win or lose, and explain to us how they "owned" the stadium?
     

Share This Page