yes, i realise banks has a long way to go yet, Christmas was mentioned in the post, i could see him on the bench in the new year

“That’s a joke son, I say, that’s a joke.” “Nice boy, but he’s sharp as a throw pillow.” “He’s so dumb he thinks a Mexican border pays rent” “ “Son… I say, son, some people are so narrow minded they can look through a keyhole with both eyes.”__ Forhorn Leghorn

I think he has promise ,it appears to me that in a few years he is captain material,always has a smile and infectious enthusiasm.At least give him a chance!

Interesting snippet i found with a ring of truth in it . . .

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It concerns Rak-Sakyi & the possible impact of Afcon in Jan/Feb, with us losing players to it. Also mentioned is the away game at the 'mansex' stadium.

This operation, will make the 'Charge Of The Light Brigade' seem like a simple military exercise.

The impossible Palace quiz on that link was easy - and I'm usually useless as I never wear my glasses.

Red and Blue Army!

I disagree with this statement as will many fans who have been to games.

Andersen, although there have admittedly been several lapses, has generally defended very well. He brings a range of passing to the game that I don't recall seeing from a Palace centre back since the days of Jim Cannon pinging balls to a rampaging Kenny Sansom (showing my age there!).

Tomkins is an excellent defender in my view but doesn't have the level of comfort on the ball required for Vieira's 'play out from the back style' (and it's pretty clear from the team selections that Vieira shares that view). If you require your defenders to play out from the back then I'm afraid occasional mistakes are almost inevitable and will, with equal inevitability, be punished.