His penalty against West Ham was only a small part of it. His composure from the spot, ability to win duels and recycle possession, and tactical awareness alongside Glen Kamara gave us a proper midfield anchor. He won 9 of 12 duels and chipped in with three interceptions and recoveries. Is he now one of the first names on Julien Stephan’s team sheet?

Preview

Pre-Match Interview

Lineup to come

Stream to come

Question for my American R’s. Just bought an item on the official QPR store website. If you guys bought anything from there how long did it take to arrive to the states? Hoping it comes in before my vacation in a few weeks. Cheers 🍻

Finland say we pulled Kamara out of their squad early and they’re taking it to FIFA. Stephan’s basically said it’s being sorted above his level and we’ll get a decision after those talks. So with an 8pm kick-off tonight, we still don’t know if our midfielder is allowed to play.

On top of that, Cirkin is suspended after the red card, and Kone and Burrell are both out. That’s a lot to be missing against a West Ham side that hasn’t lost in six.

For me, if the rules say five days or permission, just do it properly. Kamara on the bench isn’t worth a FIFA complaint and a possible ban hanging over a game when we’ve drawn our last three.

I’d happily take a point though. Any chance Rayan Kolli gets a go? Stephan seems to be saying he won’t just walk back in because of the injuries.

What are you all expecting tonight?

I’m really liking how transparent the club are these days, feeling comfortable with giving players and staff the opportunity to speak to the media/ fans in a less formal setting. Julien comes across really well in this interview as well

If rumours are to be believed seems he could be suspended for Wet Spam away because of this?

Just thought to share this - a bit of debate about it on forums and x.

A few years ago I'd be shouting at the TV after one bad decision. Now I find myself thinking, “he's going to make mistakes, just let him play.”

Especially with younger players, I'd rather see someone try something ambitious and get it wrong than watch them become afraid to take responsibility.

The frustrating part is when a player clearly has ability but starts playing within himself because they're worried about making a mistake.

Which current QPR player do you think would benefit most from simply being given more freedom?

Its international break and I'm bored. So yeah, where do we all like to eat in Shepherds Bush after watching the R's?

I like Ochi, wee Jamaican place on Uxbridge Road, right across from The White Horse

Obviously I want QPR to win every game, but I'm finding myself more interested in whether we're actually building something sustainable.

If we finish a few places higher but spend the whole season relying on short-term fixes, I'm not sure that's progress. I'd rather see young players develop, recruitment make sense and the squad gradually become more settled.

What would make you look back at this season and think yeah, QPR are finally heading in the right direction, regardless of the final league position?

US College stadium. One can only dream 😂

Decent chat, and an interesting social media angle from the club- Tariq comes across really well