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RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - WBA-Josh - 18-11-2017
For all the bad press that Jeremy Peace received from some sections of the fan base, he knew exactly when a change was needed and there is no doubt in my mind that if Peace was still chairman, Tony Pulis would have been sacked either after the Huddersfield game two weeks ago or tonight.
I still worry that our new owner and his Chairman and board don't have that same ruthlessness that Peace had which could result in Tony Pulis being kept on for too long. I hope to be proven wrong.
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - aries22 - 18-11-2017
(18-11-2017, 19:19)St Charles Owl Wrote:(18-11-2017, 19:13)Worldclassalbion Wrote: Any of those 3 would do. I know Big Sam defends as well but he also attacks well. Pardew is a decent manager. Only problem with Koeman is he’s a strict un and may not be what’s required at the minute.
The players need lifting and let off the leash and us fans need some entertainment and excitement.
The problem with Koeman might be the amount of change he would make with regards to change of style, formation and tactics. Big Sam and Pardew might be able to get you going with just a few changes, and that might see you pick up points quicker.
I would definitely sound out Sam Allardyce. Koeman might come, and I’m not sure about Pardew, although he did have a great couple of years at Newcastle.
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - drewks - 18-11-2017
Sam Allardyce??
FFS! The words frying pan, fire, dinosaur, and dishonest fat sh*t spring to mind.
No bloody thank you - I think I'd really prefer TP over him
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - Beefy 1965 - 18-11-2017
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Tony Pulis seems resigned to his fate as he stands on the brink of the sack - full reaction from The Hawthorns #wba
The Baggies boss seemed resigned to his fate after today's 4-0 defeat at the hands of Chelsea and gave what sounded like a farewell speech to the press after the game.
Although there is no announcement due this evening, owner Guochuan Lai and chairman John Williams are expected to discuss the matter over the weekend.
Pulis said the decision was out of his hands, but he showed little fight to keep his job and spoke like a dead man walking at times.
Williams met him in the changing room after the match. Pulis refused to go into detail about what was said between the pair, but called the chairman a 'good man'.
The head coach is planning to return to his home Bournemouth tonight to see friends, and it's understood that his likely sacking will not be confirmed tonight, and may not even be announced over the weekend.
However, Pulis does appear to be on the brink of the sack following a lacklustre defeat at the hands of the champions.
There were calls for his head from the home crowd, who watched their team slip to an 11th game without a win and their fourth straight defeat.
Lai was in attendance, and witnessed first hand the apathy and anger of the Albion faithful.
"The big thing is this is not about me, it’s not about the chairman, the owners or anything else," said Pulis. "It’s about the football club and what is the right decision for the football club. That’s the important thing.
"This club will be here way past when you go and I go and the lot. So it’s about doing the right thing for the football club."
When Pulis was asked if the right thing for the club was relieving him of his duties, he responded: "I’ve been in the game long enough to know if you get bad runs that’s what happens. But they have to make a decision. I met with the Chinese owners last night.
"They are wonderful people but I know as much as anyone you have to get results. That’s what it’s about."
And Pulis was non-committal when he was asked if he wanted to stay on as head coach, suggesting that a split might be the best thing for everyone.
"As I’ve just said the important thing is that the decision that’s made is the right decision for the football club," he said. "That’s not going to be my decision, it’s obviously the owners'."
Williams had initially planned to give Pulis until Christmas to turn around the form, but the toxic scenes in the home end today coupled with the number of empty seats is likely to force his hand.
Pulis, however, has great respect for his chairman, who has refused to hide from his under-pressure head coach.
"John came into the dressing room as he always does," said Pulis, who was then asked if he gave him any reassurances. "No, what me and John spoke about is private, he's a good man."
When Pulis was asked if he thought he was staying, he responded: "It's not my decision. We'll have to see what happens."
Read more at https://www.expressandstar.com/top-stories/sport/2017/11/18/west-brom-boss-tony-pulis-resigned-to-his-fate-as-he-stands-on-the-brink-of-the-sack/#VeaMpkowvGv15DSx.99
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - aries22 - 18-11-2017
(18-11-2017, 19:13)Worldclassalbion Wrote: Any of those 3 would do. I know Big Sam defends as well but he also attacks well. Pardew is a decent manager. Only problem with Koeman is he’s a strict un and may not be what’s required at the minute.
The players need lifting and let off the leash and us fans need some entertainment and excitement.
I agree with you about letting the players off the leash. There’s still plenty of time for us to pull away from trouble and we’ve got the players and the squad to do so and play some decent stuff along the way. The players’ heads aren’t down, and I think they just want to play proper football.
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - drewks - 18-11-2017
Regarding the Beefster post above, it DOES sound as if TP has accepted that this can't go on and is almost saying his goodbyes.
Nice guy, great job done until 9 months ago. Thanks Tony......'bye.
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - Beefy 1965 - 18-11-2017
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Just awaiting the official statement regarding Tony Pulis...
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - WBA-Josh - 18-11-2017
(18-11-2017, 22:37)Beefy 1965 Wrote: Steven B
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Just awaiting the official statement regarding Tony Pulis...
We've been waiting three weeks for an official announcement.
Hopefully we are now close.
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - bomberbrown1968 - 18-11-2017
(18-11-2017, 22:50)WBA-Josh Wrote:(18-11-2017, 22:37)Beefy 1965 Wrote: Steven B
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Just awaiting the official statement regarding Tony Pulis...
We've been waiting three weeks for an official announcement.
Hopefully we are now close.
It wouldn't surprise me if it had already happened, straight after the game, the interview was just like a leaving speech, to the extent that he wasn't even spending 5 minutes with Conte after the match, straight off back to Bournemputh
RE: WBA vs Chelsea - Match Thread - WBA-Josh - 18-11-2017
(18-11-2017, 22:59)bomberbrown1968 Wrote: It wouldn't surprise me if it had already happened, straight after the game, the interview was just like a leaving speech, to the extent that he wasn't even spending 5 minutes with Conte after the match, straight off back to Bournemputh
Sounds about right. If TP is out then the official announcement will probably be made tomorrow morning or afternoon after a final meeting between TP and the Owner, Chairman, Sporting Director etc to sort out severance pay and any other contractual issues.
Then the discussions for replacement will begin and in 6 months time TP's replacement will be found.
