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Its that time again>>>>>
We wait anxiously for news of new signings. Hoping for a rumour to solidify and take shape - but, like Chris wilder said today in his news conference - it looks like its going to be a "mad dash" in the final week for many clubs. Its been a frustrating period for us fans, for Chris wilder and the club in general. But clubs are playing their cards close to their chest. Maybe its because clubs are more cautious in the current financial climate? Like many others, we`ve signed expensive players on lavish contracts in the past and it hasnt always worked out as we would have liked? Ultimately, clubs can be left with a player costing a lot of money to warm the bench, where they cant recoup the transfer fee and are forced to move on at a loss.
Our squad is certainly "thin": literally and in terms of depth. But we have to make do with what we have until that situation changes. That is no excuse for lack of effort and determination in every game. Chris Wilder said today, those who played a part in the team, but are no longer in the picture or have moved on - "are gone! History"!
Another sell-out Boro away crowd. No doubt this will give the MSS crowd and those closer to the capital the opportunity to see the team closer to home. Nevertheless, we populate foreign stadia across the land - in huge numbers. We are by far the best and most consistent away - support in the Championship. We know from their attendance at the Riverside - away teams rarely fill the away corner. There may be other Championship contenders this season, who will talk about their "history", percentages and numbers - but lets see what happens when their team starts to fade [as they usually do].....we all know who we are talking about dont we.
Match Preview
[https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/footba...ough-prediction-team-news-lineups_491531.html]
By Ben Sully | 22h
Queens Park Rangers will try to pick up their first points of the season, when they play host to Middlesbrough on Saturday.
The hosts began their campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Blackburn Rovers, while Boro drew 1-1 against West Bromwich Albion.
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Saturday's hosts experienced a change in the dugout over the summer, with the departing Mark Warburton replaced by Michael Beale, who left his position as Aston Villa assistant manager to take up the role as QPR boss.
As well as bringing in a new manager, QPR also signed Jake Clarke-Salter and Kenneth Paal on free transfers, while Tyler Roberts and Taylor Richards arrived on loan deals.
After finishing in 11th place last season, the R's will aim to make a playoff push this term, although they got off to a less than ideal start last weekend.
A trip to Ewood Park to face Blackburn Rovers ended in a 1-0 defeat after Lewis Travis grabbed what proved to be the winner in the 34th minute.
Following an opening day defeat, the R's have the opportunity to bounce back on Saturday as they attempt to extend their unbeaten league run against Middlesbrough to seven matches.
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While the hosts are looking to avoid consecutive defeats, Middlesbrough will be hoping to add to the point they picked up in their season opener.
Chris Wilder began his first full season as Boro boss with a 1-1 home draw against a West Brom side that are expected to be fighting at the top of the table this term.
Isiah Jones grabbed his side's first goal of the season in the 10th minute, but a 51st-minute strike from John Swift ensured Middlesbrough had to settle for a point.
While their seventh-place finish last term owed a lot to the second-best home record in the league, Boro will need to improve upon their away form this time around if they are to secure a playoff place.
They could only manage six wins from their 23 away league games in the 2021-22 campaign, but they could signal their intent for the current season with a victory in their first away match of the season.
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QPR will be without long-term injury absentee Jordan Archer, while Roberts is a doubt after missing the meeting with Blackburn due to a lack of match fitness.
Chris Willock and Luke Amos were also absent for the opening game of the season, but the pair are expected to be fit enough for a place on the bench.
After coming off the bench last weekend, Albert Adomah could be presented with a starting place for Saturday's contest.
As for Middlesbrough, they will welcome back Paddy McNair into the side after the defender missed the season opener through suspension.
Dael Fry was left out of the 1-1 draw against West Brom as a precaution, but the centre-back is in contention to start against QPR.
Summer signing Marcus Forss made his debut with a substitute appearance last weekend, and the Finland international is expected to be on the bench at Loftus Road.
Queens Park Rangers possible starting lineup:
Dieng; Kakay, Dickie, Clarke-Salter, Paal; Field, Johansen, Dozzell; Adomah, Chair, Dykes
Middlesbrough possible starting lineup:
Steffen; Dijksteel, Fry, McNair; Jones, McGree, Crooks, Howson, Giles; Watmore, Akpom
We wait anxiously for news of new signings. Hoping for a rumour to solidify and take shape - but, like Chris wilder said today in his news conference - it looks like its going to be a "mad dash" in the final week for many clubs. Its been a frustrating period for us fans, for Chris wilder and the club in general. But clubs are playing their cards close to their chest. Maybe its because clubs are more cautious in the current financial climate? Like many others, we`ve signed expensive players on lavish contracts in the past and it hasnt always worked out as we would have liked? Ultimately, clubs can be left with a player costing a lot of money to warm the bench, where they cant recoup the transfer fee and are forced to move on at a loss.
Our squad is certainly "thin": literally and in terms of depth. But we have to make do with what we have until that situation changes. That is no excuse for lack of effort and determination in every game. Chris Wilder said today, those who played a part in the team, but are no longer in the picture or have moved on - "are gone! History"!
Another sell-out Boro away crowd. No doubt this will give the MSS crowd and those closer to the capital the opportunity to see the team closer to home. Nevertheless, we populate foreign stadia across the land - in huge numbers. We are by far the best and most consistent away - support in the Championship. We know from their attendance at the Riverside - away teams rarely fill the away corner. There may be other Championship contenders this season, who will talk about their "history", percentages and numbers - but lets see what happens when their team starts to fade [as they usually do].....we all know who we are talking about dont we.
Match Preview
[https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/footba...ough-prediction-team-news-lineups_491531.html]
Preview: Queens Park Rangers vs. Middlesbrough - prediction, team news, lineups
[Edit]By Ben Sully | 22h
Queens Park Rangers will try to pick up their first points of the season, when they play host to Middlesbrough on Saturday.
The hosts began their campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Blackburn Rovers, while Boro drew 1-1 against West Bromwich Albion.
Match preview
Saturday's hosts experienced a change in the dugout over the summer, with the departing Mark Warburton replaced by Michael Beale, who left his position as Aston Villa assistant manager to take up the role as QPR boss.
As well as bringing in a new manager, QPR also signed Jake Clarke-Salter and Kenneth Paal on free transfers, while Tyler Roberts and Taylor Richards arrived on loan deals.
After finishing in 11th place last season, the R's will aim to make a playoff push this term, although they got off to a less than ideal start last weekend.
A trip to Ewood Park to face Blackburn Rovers ended in a 1-0 defeat after Lewis Travis grabbed what proved to be the winner in the 34th minute.
Following an opening day defeat, the R's have the opportunity to bounce back on Saturday as they attempt to extend their unbeaten league run against Middlesbrough to seven matches.
While the hosts are looking to avoid consecutive defeats, Middlesbrough will be hoping to add to the point they picked up in their season opener.
Chris Wilder began his first full season as Boro boss with a 1-1 home draw against a West Brom side that are expected to be fighting at the top of the table this term.
Isiah Jones grabbed his side's first goal of the season in the 10th minute, but a 51st-minute strike from John Swift ensured Middlesbrough had to settle for a point.
While their seventh-place finish last term owed a lot to the second-best home record in the league, Boro will need to improve upon their away form this time around if they are to secure a playoff place.
They could only manage six wins from their 23 away league games in the 2021-22 campaign, but they could signal their intent for the current season with a victory in their first away match of the season.
Team News
QPR will be without long-term injury absentee Jordan Archer, while Roberts is a doubt after missing the meeting with Blackburn due to a lack of match fitness.
Chris Willock and Luke Amos were also absent for the opening game of the season, but the pair are expected to be fit enough for a place on the bench.
After coming off the bench last weekend, Albert Adomah could be presented with a starting place for Saturday's contest.
As for Middlesbrough, they will welcome back Paddy McNair into the side after the defender missed the season opener through suspension.
Dael Fry was left out of the 1-1 draw against West Brom as a precaution, but the centre-back is in contention to start against QPR.
Summer signing Marcus Forss made his debut with a substitute appearance last weekend, and the Finland international is expected to be on the bench at Loftus Road.
Queens Park Rangers possible starting lineup:
Dieng; Kakay, Dickie, Clarke-Salter, Paal; Field, Johansen, Dozzell; Adomah, Chair, Dykes
Middlesbrough possible starting lineup:
Steffen; Dijksteel, Fry, McNair; Jones, McGree, Crooks, Howson, Giles; Watmore, Akpom
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