10 Nov 2025 11:32:57
It occurs to me that being a useful midfielder in the PL isn’t about ultimate pace, it’s about acceleration over the first 10 yds.

None of Paq, Fernandes, or Potts have seriously high top speeds, but their first burst is excellent.

I think a Magassa has that too.

It will be interesting to see what Nuno does vs Bournemouth with Paq suspended.

Assuming Potts is fit, then he’ll start with Fernandes. Let’s hope Magassa plays alongside them and that he doesn’t consider Soucek, or Rodrigues for a central role, as they both lack that initial burst.

1.) 10 Nov 2025
10 Nov 2025 13:28:29
I’d like to see Magassa replace him with Kante put on the bench and given some minutes.

2.) 10 Nov 2025
10 Nov 2025 14:55:54
Hopefully, Nuno realises that Soucek is useless as a midfielder and only effective as an impact forward, as he usually scores by throwing himself at the ball. That’s why he sustains so many head injuries. He can’t be faulted for his dedication, but can’t pass a ball for toffee. Paqueta will be a miss against Bournemouth and Magassa is the better option to start, but I fear Nuno might opt for Soucek.

3.) 10 Nov 2025
10 Nov 2025 16:05:32
I can’t see that to be honest tin. The other day he brought on Souchek for Potts and I thought that it was a bad move and I think 5 minutes of Thomas running around like a headless chicken was enough and he brought on Magassa for Wilson and then put Thomas up front. As you say you can fault his effort and like-ability but best kept away from the midfield