Mariners Squad 2023/2024

[Michael]

Like this. But I think there’s a case for Tulio wide instead of Doka and DWH partnering Kuol.

Very potent starting attack still. But we lack depth currently.

There is a case for Tulio to play wide, BUT
He’s our main man, we need him to be our focal point. Involved as much as possible. I reckon it’ll be a case of alou and DWH fighting to partner Tulio up front. Alou won’t be doing the drop in role though.
Our wingers will be a rotation of jing, theo, millard, Doka and probably a new signing as we’re abit bare out wide now. Doka was given #2 though…

Taking into consideration the highly likely departures of mcgarry and moresche atm

Vuka
Doka Hally Brian Fazz
Jing max Nizz theo
Tulio alou/DWH

Is my predicted line up for this weekend.

 

[Corsair]

There is a case for Tulio to play wide, BUT
He’s our main man, we need him to be our focal point. Involved as much as possible. I reckon it’ll be a case of alou and DWH fighting to partner Tulio up front. Alou won’t be doing the drop in role though.
Our wingers will be a rotation of jing, theo, millard, Doka and probably a new signing as we’re abit bare out wide now. Doka was given #2 though…

Taking into consideration the highly likely departures of mcgarry and moresche atm

Vuka
Doka Hally Brian Fazz
Jing max Nizz theo
Tulio alou/DWH

Is my predicted line up for this weekend.

Hall and Kaltak as CB's is a worry, they both have occasional clangers and red cards in their playbook. I think we'll see Windy developed a lot this season, I hope so. That's if it's not the intention to play Faz as a CB.

 

[FFC Mariner]

Visa CB I reckon. Our spine is weak still and you build title winning teams from the back

 

[Stuartmcateer]

Visa CB I reckon. Our spine is weak still and you build title winning teams from the back

Harry Souttar? Unsettled at Leicester since relegation ??‍♂️. And doesn’t use up a visa spot ???

 

[Michael]

Visa CB I reckon. Our spine is weak still and you build title winning teams from the back

Also agree with this

This time last year we were screaming for an experienced visa CB. But we have 4 CB’s atm. Brian, Hally, Windust and Paull (fazz too if needed)
I don’t see Monty signing another one unless maybe Cam leaves. Perhaps Hally stayed because of some assurances…

 

[Big Al]

Visa CB I reckon. Our spine is weak still and you build title winning teams from the back

? Agree and if Paull is god enough he can push that Visa out like Triantis did

Monty wanted 2 Visa CB’s last year so why not.

 

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Forgot poor Theo. Haha

 

[midfielder]

A visa player or 2 to come into the mix. Jing Reec is also being played wide so far. Interesting times ahead.

You are normally right and I assume you have good inside info....

If Monty can rebuild the side for a third year especially after so many key players sold over the last two years, he will highly sort by overseas club's..... can't see him at another A-L club as its taken years to get the clubs systems to where they are today and it can't be done overnight...

Given his knowledge of Australian youth, he could also be a target to replace Arnold, if he pulls off another season like the last two...

 

[Tevor]

You are normally right and I assume you have good inside info....

If Monty can rebuild the side for a third year especially after so many key players sold over the last two years, he will highly sort by overseas club's..... can't see him at another A-L club as its taken years to get the clubs systems to where they are today and it can't be done overnight...

Given his knowledge of Australian youth, he could also be a target to replace Arnold, if he pulls off another season like the last two...

He will not want a National job I feel, like Ange I feel Monty does best with a club/team and not getting players for a few days before a match. I think Arnie does ok with the National team set up, does not suit everyone.

 

[pjennings]

With no knowledge of how we are playing in pre-season this is my starting XI. Theo I'll leave on the bench ATM - until I see what a Monty pre-season has done to him.

Vuka
Storm Windust Brian Fazz
Doka Nizz Max Smith
Tulio Alou

Hall and Steele as defensive cover and plenty of choices for attacking cover - Theoharous, Di Pizio, Millard, Wenzell-Halls, Reec

 

[Big Dog]

With no knowledge of how we are playing in pre-season this is my starting XI. Theo I'll leave on the bench ATM - until I see what a Monty pre-season has done to him.

Vuka
Storm Windust Brian Fazz
Doka Nizz Max Smith
Tulio Alou

Hall and Steele as defensive cover and plenty of choices for attacking cover - Theoharous, Di Pizio, Millard, Wenzell-Halls, Reec

As things stand I think this is my 11 as well but Theo for Smith. Some have mentioned Millard but I really think it will be a big adjustment in level for him and he'll take a while.

 

[turbo]

Doka was given #2 though…

I just dont see us wanting to punt Storm from a starting spot when he has been so good. Potential to play a back 3 if we want or even have storm as CB beside Kaltak. Seems like we'll have some options at the back to handle rotation.

 

[Tevor]

I just dont see us wanting to punt Storm from a starting spot when he has been so good. Potential to play a back 3 if we want or even have storm as CB beside Kaltak. Seems like we'll have some options at the back to handle rotation.

Agree, Storm was immense last season so shouldn't just be cast away this season.

 

[Corsair]

Agree, Storm was immense last season so shouldn't just be cast away this season.

Another year on the legs though and he was slowing a bit last season, he'll be 31 in Jan. Definitely still a good player but might be subbed a bit more this season.

 

[Corsair]

Jing Reec is looking powerful, I'll be excited to hopefully see him and Alou up front together at some point, with Tulio feeding them. With DWH as well to choose from we're going to have some serious pace up front.

 

[Tevor]

Jing Reec is looking powerful, I'll be excited to hopefully see him and Alou up front together at some point, with Tulio feeding them. With DWH as well to choose from we're going to have some serious pace up front.

Yeah he has definitely bulked up, Monty must still rate him. Hope he has a good season.

 

[Michael]

Jing will surprise plenty, excited to see him go to work.

 

[Corsair]

Moresche departure announced, shame.

Basically sounds like he was unlikely to get as much game time as he wanted.

Mariners confirm departure of Matheus Moresche

The Central Coast Mariners can confirm the departure of A-League Championship winning forward Matheus Moresche on mutual terms from the club to pursue other opportunities. The 25-year-old leaves the club after two seasons, playing 37 matches and scoring six goals...

ccmariners.com.au

 

[turbo]

Moresche departure announced, shame.

Mariners confirm departure of Matheus Moresche

The Central Coast Mariners can confirm the departure of A-League Championship winning forward Matheus Moresche on mutual terms from the club to pursue other opportunities. The 25-year-old leaves the club after two seasons, playing 37 matches and scoring six goals...

ccmariners.com.au

That doesn’t read like he’s the one that was looking for the move away. It’s harsh but I think DWH provides as much without taking a visa slot and likely cheaper.

 

[crock]

Makes me think he is joining another aleague club considering he hasnt left australia