Sentences with phrase «though in big games»

Though in big games, you would want your players to be in their best positions.

In defending him i pointed out that he offers so much more besides his goals assists, i have to say though that in some big games he has looked a shadow of himself.

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Minnesota Vikings fans were hoping to see their home team play in the big game at Minneapolis» U.S. Bank Stadium, but Sunday's 38 - 7 shellacking by the Philadelphia Eagles means tickets on the resale market aren't quite as insanely priced — though they're hardly cheap.

Though Burgstone and Satchu had celebrated many short - term wins in their company's short history, pitching Sequoia meant they were suddenly thrust into a big game in the major leagues.

The big game — slated to start around 6:30 p.m. E.T. in Minneapolis at the U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 4 — is sure to draw in a large number of viewers, though total viewership may not break any records.

So even though the Gunners will head to Wales and the Liberty Stadium as big favourites against the struggling Swans, the boss knows that we must be well prepared and approach the game in the right way and after the last two starts against Bournemouth and Preston that means doing it from the first whistle.

Though several holes persist in the secondary, the Packers» pass defense has been effective in its three biggest games of the season.

It won't help Arsenal though and we do have a big problem because Cazorla and Gabriel will miss the next EPL game, which is away to in form Leicester City.

In a league that has champions scrapping through games and picking up points even though playing badly, it is difficult to imagine Ozil as a big player.

What Jack give though is 100 % every game when it seems that Ozil sometimes goes missing in the big games and Sanchez goes round the pitch like a kid with a smacked arse

Though Auburn was a long shot to even be in this game, a victory would give those holding futures tickets a big payday.

It is not just him though, most of our team just seem to lack conviction especially in big games or when the opposition is applying pressure.

In a Celtic XI vs a Petrov XI, the game was awash with a number of stars past and present, and though the game yielded eight goals, the big talking point was undoubtedly Agbonlahor's 53rd minute challenge, which left the One Direction member in a crumpled heap on the flooIn a Celtic XI vs a Petrov XI, the game was awash with a number of stars past and present, and though the game yielded eight goals, the big talking point was undoubtedly Agbonlahor's 53rd minute challenge, which left the One Direction member in a crumpled heap on the flooin a crumpled heap on the floor.

donkey though he is, works hard and plays for the team but he also frustrates me immensely with his poor touches, cant dribble and cant score in BIG games.

Further, Ayew has scored just nine goals in 50 games for the club, and so if Villa get the # 10m that they are seeking, as per the report, which shouldn't be a problem for the big - spending Chinese outfit, then it looks as though Bruce will be armed with significant funds to bring in his own players.

But the Big 12 decided to add a conference championship game for next season, even though it only has 10 teams and no divisions, in part because the conference believed it would improve its chances of making the Playoff.

Final Analysis: This region sets up quite well for Kentucky, though the Bears could give them a serious game here, if they get their collective heads straight, like they did against Kansas in the Big 12 semifinal.

Though he was the team's most successful starter — the Broncos went 1 - 7 in games started by Brock Osweiler and Paxton Lynch — his limited efficiency, tendency toward turnovers, and inability to make big plays in the red zone ultimately ended his tenure with the club.

It's funny how he said we are better than Liverpool overrall forgetting that in terms of players we were still better than them last season yet the beat us home and away.Liverpool team is not so good yet out of all the top four team they're the ones who play their hearts out.That's why Liverpool didn't lose a single game to a top four team last season though on paper they should have.As for Tottenham if you look at their team they just need a few more signings and consistency so I don't know what's the big deal about them.The painful this is they could've won the league if not for draws.It was a disgrace for any of those two to finish over us last season because on paper it shouldn't be so.This should tell you that it's not all about the team you have.Some it's about luck, sometimes it's about giving your best and sometimes it's just meant to be.

The Gunners got themselves together and bounced back though, winning every game except the draw away to Chelsea and that was a big plus point for us as well, so we were all set to come back from the second break in fine fettle and raring to go then?

As for the specifics of your breakdowns, Ariza is a better player than Wiggins, though to be fair, you are correct, Wiggins can occasionally have a big game in ways Ariza does not.

3rd, i am not saying we will beat Barcelona, esp the way they are tearing teams apart, But if we defend the way we have in some big away games then we have a chance but they do what we cant and score bucket loads, though both teams create alot so we need a scorer as they have 3 and Alexis looks outta form.

Arsenal was given one of the weakest team in this CL competition.Everybody expected a win, like by big margin but the whole match there was no fight and desire.The game was so poor at all front last night.City and Man Utd played their hearts out even though they were defeated.Man Utd players witnessed a horrific injury to their team mate, that will affect their focus and rhythm but they fought with desire to win the game till the end.City were the better team than Juventus, they played really good.I have even read an article on Sky that states even though Man utd and City is defeated they still can qualify the group stage, thats how their performance were reassuring.But Arsenal were really poor from starting the game till end.Zagreb got their first win in CL since 1999, that says it all.

Especially in the big games, the Portuguese tactician will be desperate to have him at his disposal, but it appears as though he will now face an anxious wait to determine whether or not he will be able to play.

Should he fail that fitness test though, Mourinho would have to consider alternatives and youngster Scott McTominay would seemingly be the obvious natural choice to come in, but it's a big game and it's questionable as to whether he'd be ready for it with his lack of experience.

The weather in Houston calls for a warm February day, though pockets of thunderstorms loping across the state brought the potential of a rainy backdrop for the big game.

It didn't look as though the concerned parties were too embarrassed though, as in the bigger picture it could yet prove to be a pivotal goal in Newcastle's season as they sit three points adrift of safety but with a game in hand on 17th - placed Norwich City.

Arsene Wenger would have had to hand in his Arsenal team selection before he knew how West Ham would line up today, but even though the big centre forward has not started a Premier League game for about three months, I could have told Wenger that Andy Carroll would start against us today.

The key test for Balotelli now though is to add consistency, as it's all well and good producing in a big game against the Italian champions, but can he repeat the trick and play a decisive role for his team away at Sampdoria on Sunday?

Though Goff didn't have a terrible game in Minnesota, he didn't do enough to keep up with the big boys.

In the last two games, though, against West Brom and Brighton, Alexis has sparked into life and started to look like the brilliant player we know he can be and who had such a big impact for Arsenal last season.

Perfect, too, because though Irish Coach Dan Devine might occasionally drop a game to a heavy underdog like Missouri, his record in big games is like John Wayne's in shoot - outs.

yeah i know what you mean it might just be a case of moving chambers (wenger might just get another c / h in or promote hayden / o» connor to c / h) to d / m along side le coq and one thing i have noticed i the rate at which young bielik is propelling up the youth team a month ago he was with under 18's completely skipped the under 19's straight to under 21s so he will be ready for first team in the summer by the looks of things so we might not be needing another d / m but i would keep and eye out for a freebee khedira though if its just wages we have to pay wenger might like that experience he needs in the big games

Though with Lucas» importance being highlighted in recent weeks with an incredible stat revealing Liverpool have a points per game ratio almost three times better when the Brazilian features it would surely take a big sum to convince Brendan Rodgers it was time to part ways with Leiva.

Widdicombe's big break in the world of management did not occur in the physical domain though — rather in the land of computer games.

What is for certain though is that Lukaku will be keen to put Saturday's game behind him as having failed to have a positive influence in another big game, he was unable to silence his critics who continue to point to his poor record against the top six sides in recent years where he has struggled to make a big impact.

And whether you love her or you don't, it's refreshing to see an icon so excited to participate in the big game, even though she's already kind of been there before.

He played CB in that game and was actually viewed in the long run as a CB from by the club though he's a dm.He plays CB just as well as he plays DM because of his solidity and reading of the game.Just look at the position he played for Arsenal in the senior team.He's gonna be a big loss but the funny thing is people expect his name to fade away.

We don't need to be in «the same boat» with our defence though it clearly needs some depth, we conceded lots of goals in them big games and we are banking on getting no injuries through the season to Kos and Per, we need to strengthen in that area!!

Other contenders for big disappointments include Fernando Llorente and Georges - Kevin Nkoudou, though in fairness neither has started a league game so it's a bit harder.

On the flip side, the Big Ten's Maryland Terrapins, Penn State Nittany Lions, and Nebraska Cornhuskers could conceivably win enough conference games to get back in the picture — though the Terps and Nittany Lions will face a far stronger group of opponents the rest of the way than the Huskers will.

Though the Nationals lost, Harper certainly made noise in his first big - league game.

Anyhow I think he should move on next season even though his contributions in some big games this season is duly noted....

The female official apparently had only worked one of Big Baller Brand's previous games, a game in which Ball was assessed a technical foul, though apparently by a different official.

The big centre forward was at it again last night as he scored the second French goal in their friendly game against Aaron Ramsey and his Welsh teammates, a goal which took the game beyond doubt after Wales had started to look as though they may get back into it after the first half opener from Greizmann.

The biggest play of the Game though came through the air when Sledd hit a fade to David Laser along the sideline, Laser reached out and hauled one in just before falling out of bounds.

The Belgian has continued to struggle in the big games though, and that's why we've selected Sergio Aguero to lead the line instead.

-- the memory of last year's game in Dallas should have you checking the weather for Sunday's big game, even though it's being played in the dome of Lucas Oil Stadium.

It is not just in the FA cup where this ban could work in our favour though, as the Northern Ireland international is also set to miss some big Premier League games, including Tottenham, Villa and Man City at Old Trafford and Liverpool and Chelsea away.

A superb predatory player who relishes the big games, Bayern Munich star Thomas Muller is a big name who would fit in well at the Bernabeu, though it is hard to imagine why his club would ever consider selling him.