Match thread and team

[Elizabeth]

Don’t know why but I fancy Hountondji to bag today. Fingers crossed.

I was trying to think of something positive to say about him but the thought of him scoring never came into my head.

[Buxtonclaret]

Afternoon All.
Looking forward to this & the 3 points.
COME ON UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU CLARETS!!

[Claretitus]

I was trying to think of something positive to say about him but the thought of him scoring never came into my head.

SPjust said in the pre-match interview, that AH had “had a very good week in training”. Let’s see.

[Colburn_Claret]

Team on paper pretty much as expected, delighted that Laurent has kept his place.
Main issue is making sure Houtonji isn't isolated. We need Brownhill, Laurent and either of the wingers pushing numbers into the box.

[Elizabeth]

Every cross from our wingers should be cherished as they have been absent on the whole this season. Need them today !

[BurnleyFC]

I’m glad Hountondji has got the nod over Rodriguez, at least it gives us the element of the unknown.

[Wo Didi]

Lest we forget.

[JimmyRobbo]

A few big boots up top to get us going.

Didn't see that under VK. Is this just to get the ball in the oppo's half?

[Buxtonclaret]

A few big boots up top to get us going.

Didn't see that under VK. Is this just to get the ball in the oppo's half?

Good to see, now and then.
Keeps me awake.

[JimmyRobbo]

Laurent played a great ball through. LK should have done better.

[Buxtonclaret]

Luca hits the post!

[IanMcL]

Good move Clarets. Koleosho shot first time. Off post.

[IanMcL]

Laurent played a great ball through. LK should have done better.

You are joking!

[hoosier-daddy]

Why do Sky insist on cutting away from live play.

[Awayfromburnley]

Iam really struggling with the kit colours. Such a clash especially with the Millwall white shading in the top looking like white shorts.

Is it just me?

[willsclarets]

A few big boots up top to get us going.

Didn't see that under VK. Is this just to get the ball in the oppo's half?

Don't mind that at all. Obvious so far we're more willing to mix in a few longer passes. At least it keeps their back 4 guessing a bit

[JimmyRobbo]

Iam really struggling with the kit colours. Such a clash especially with the Millwall white shading in the top looking like white shorts.

Is it just me?

Yes. I thought the same. I can't believe it's been OK'd.

[IanMcL]

Iam really struggling with the kit colours. Such a clash especially with the Millwall white shading in the top looking like white shorts.

Is it just me?

That's what you get for watching in grey!

I just have a problem with the variety of Claret and Blue! Millwall must think they are playing West Ham!

[IanMcL]

Good take and pass by Koleosho.

[IanMcL]

Bloke sat next to Mr Parker doesn't watch the match! Just typing into laptop!

[Buxtonclaret]

Phew

[IanMcL]

Good Dockers move. Shot was from unbalanced position.

[Commy]

He looked like he was in another postcode then.

[tarkys_ears]

Houtondji getting too greedy here trying too hard to score?

Brownhill has been on for a pass twice now in the box and he's shot wide instead

[CrosspoolClarets]

Superb from Hountondji. Turn and left footed effort.

[willsclarets]

Fair play houtondji. Missing the end product but his movement has been superb

[hoosier-daddy]

Liking the movement of Houdini.

[Bosscat]

Hountonji looking up for this ... he is getting closer

[Conroysleftfoot]

Superb from Hountondji. Turn and left footed effort.

Absolutely, just needs a goal.

[AGENT_CLARET]

Looking more attack minded so far

[Bigvince]

Houtondj looking good so far

[IanMcL]

Was listening to a preview video. Questioner said...Unbeaten now for 9 games...the last 9 ganes"

Amazing stat. More amazing if a different 9 games.

[BigGaz]

Is it sacrilege to say I've been quite impressed with Hountondji so far?

[IanMcL]

Houdonkey went close there. Good on him. Prove me wrong lad. Please!

[HahaYeah]

Good 15 minutes from the Clarets.

[Commy]

Roberts is taking some good throw ins.

[Buxtonclaret]

A decent turnout of Clarets there.

[Goalposts]

Andreas looks sharp… a little raw in places - similar to foster but held the ball up better so far

[Buxtonclaret]

Is it sacrilege to say I've been quite impressed with Hountondji so far?

You'll have loads waiting to pounce on any error.

[CoolClaret]

Can tell that we're trying to stretch the pitch and move the ball quickly.

CJ is really developing into a good player - looking really composed in possession.

[ElectroClaret]

Is it sacrilege to say I've been quite impressed with Hountondji so far?

Nope.
He's looking a hell of a lot sharper than his previous brief appearances have shown.

[morninbob]

Anthony going backwards all the time FFS !!

[HahaYeah]

Egan Riley good play.

[Buxtonclaret]

Playing some decent stuff here.
A goal would be good.

[IanMcL]

Good play Clarets. The really good sign is that players are not standing outside the box, for the next pass, they are on the box to await the ball in.

[Stonehouse]

Doesn’t Anthony know that a wingers supposed to try and beat his man?

[IanMcL]

Trafford slow there, leaving Esteve to clear, instead of collecting.

[hoosier-daddy]

The referee is actually doing a decent job.

[IanMcL]

Cooper booked for them

[IanMcL]

Connor Roberts did his stuff.