• Who's playing up top on Saturday?

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 4:37 pm**

With Flemming unavailable and Foster still possibly injured, is it Bashley time?

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 4:44 pm**

Barnes. Last minute goal to win us the league. It’s written in the stars

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 4:47 pm**

Personally I'd go with Hanibal and Edwards playing off each other with Anthony and Koleosho farting about on the flanks, Koleosho has to play right though otherwise we might as well give my dog a run out.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 4:48 pm**

Hopefully we can get 45 mins each from Barnes and Foster but maybe SP might spring a surprise and go with somebody like Sarmiento or Hannibal !

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 4:50 pm**

Barnes I reckon

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 5:17 pm**

pauliopaulio wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 4:44 pm
Barnes. Last minute goal to win us the league. It’s written in the stars

If he starts, he won't be still on the pitch in the last minute

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 5:20 pm**

I haven't seen Millwall play.....i'm guessing big & physical side?

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 5:21 pm**

I don't think Barnes starts, Anthony up top with koleosho and Edwards.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 5:39 pm**

Has anyone seen Jaydon Banel play?

If so, would he be worth a go at some point on Saturday?

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 5:43 pm**

If there's anything in the game plan that involves the ball leaving the deck then it should be Barnes.
If we expect to be playing mainly on the counter (I don't) then it should be Foster if fit.
Short passing free flowing football, then there's a few possibilities...Koleo/Edwards/Redmond.

So basically anyone's guess.....mine's Foster.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:07 pm**

How long do you honestly think Barnes will last at this level?
I'm not sure he can start

I can't see Foster being fit to start either

I think Anthony could do a job. But that means he isn't playing in a position he's become very effective in

Maybe playing Brownhill and Hannibal very advanced with Laurent and Cullen sitting would work

No doubt SP has a plan and they've been working on it all week

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:08 pm**

Millwall have a lot of big lads, we can't afford to lose any of ours. If we can get 45 out of Foster and 45 out of Barnes then he might do that. If he can't and we need someone to be a nuisance he could put Hanniball up top and play Laurent to combat their height on set pieces.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:18 pm**

I think Anthony has played a few times down the Centre for Bournemouth, and maybe that's why on his Wikipedia page it gives his position(s) as Left Winger, Forward

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:20 pm**

Vegas Claret wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 6:08 pm
Millwall have a lot of big lads, we can't afford to lose any of ours. If we can get 45 out of Foster and 45 out of Barnes then he might do that. If he can't and we need someone to be a nuisance he could put Hanniball up top and play Laurent to combat their height on set pieces.

Or counter their big lads with someone of lesser stature but fleet footed like a Sarmiento who could tie them in knots or induce penalties.

Many ways to skin a cat!

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:21 pm**

Barnes Starts and comes off at like 65 minutes to a standing ovation after scoring a left, right - nut… hat trick…

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:26 pm**

Anthony, for me. Maybe Barnes for the last 15 or so, depending on the score.

Too many sentimentals on here.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:29 pm**

At least if whatever we try goes badly wrong....

We are still getting promoted!

So not too much pressure.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 6:32 pm**

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Just skimmed through the ratings for the Southampton game where Barnes played 90 minutes and got one rating below 6 and some as high as 9.

Not sure why it's taken for a given that once a player reaches a certain numerical age they can no longer play a football match but it's pretty daft imo.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:24 pm**

Southampton were desperate to lose that game.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:29 pm**

Firstly, Laurant has to start unless Barnes does, to help combat Cooper etc. at set pieces. If SP thinks he can get 45 minutes out of Foster without aggravating his injury, then I'd start Ash. When Ash goes off, Laurant has to come on immediately.

If Foster is ruled out, I'd save Barnes until the second half and start Anthony at.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:35 pm**

Kev Long or Joe Worral

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:36 pm**

Kev Long or Joe Worral

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:49 pm**

It’s an area we need a serious upgrade on in the summer. As much as we all love Barnes he’s had his day and Foster needs shipped out.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:50 pm**

Spijed wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 5:39 pm
Has anyone seen Jaydon Banel play?

If so, would he be worth a go at some point on Saturday?

He came on at Preston but I’m not sure he even touched the ball.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 7:57 pm**

Shaggy wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 7:49 pm
It’s an area we need a serious upgrade on in the summer. As much as we all love Barnes he’s had his day and Foster needs shipped out.

Amdouni back and ready to smash

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 8:10 pm**

People talking about Barnes like he's 60 or something.

He managed to play a full game at Southampton and we won!

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 8:55 pm**

Hopefully Foster will be OK.
If not maybe we play a possession based passing game where we don't need a target man as such, in which case Sarmiento may be OK.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 9:18 pm**

I think foster will play, or at least start. Can rest and repair after this game. If he's anywhere near fit, he will play

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 9:22 pm**

Barnes to start. Off after 65-70 for Redmond, or put Anthony up top.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 9:35 pm**

Foster

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 9:36 pm**

After Saturday, Sarmiento might be the surprise choice

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 10:03 pm**

Spijed wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 5:39 pm
Has anyone seen Jaydon Banel play?

If so, would he be worth a go at some point on Saturday?

Yes

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 10:10 pm**

Koleosho

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 10:13 pm**

Hbclaret007 wrote: ↑
Thu May 01, 2025 4:37 pm
With Flemming unavailable and Foster still possibly injured, is it Bashley time?

Unlikely to be me.

My guess, Edwards for 70min then enter Sir Ashley of Barnes to win the title.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 10:14 pm**

Barnes or Redmond (if fit enough).

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 10:15 pm**

It wouldn't be my choice but I reckon it will be Sarmiento.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 11:12 pm**

Aye Aye for sure. Will come off to a standing ovation, all round the ground.

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2025 11:24 pm**

would be wonderful to see a Barnes masterclass on the last day. He still epitomises Burnley for many fans in recent times.
His exploits in a claret shirt over past seasons make being a fan worthwhile.
Definitely cemented his place in our folklore.

Posted: **Fri May 02, 2025 7:42 am**

I’ve heard a rumour we’ve been priming Tresor all season for this very game.

Posted: **Fri May 02, 2025 7:52 am**

How about Ramsay with Ash upfront?

Posted: **Fri May 02, 2025 9:44 am**

Colin Blant scored 2 against Blackpool 🫠

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