by JC_81 » Sat Jul 15, 2006 4:15 pm
Half time 1-0.
So far a scrappy enough game, not much flow to it - typical of a pre-season game though. Good to see a few of the young lads get a run out and the new signings.
Really well taken volley by Anderson, but to be honest he's finding it hard to see much of the ball. Doesn't look particularly pacey or to be the best dribbler, but looks one of those players that'll get into great forward positions, has a good shot on him and can deliver a decent cross. Also he looks like he needs to fill out a bit more physically. I doubt we'll see much if any of him in the first team this season, but he's one to keep an eye on.
For me Paletta and Hobbs have looked our best players today along with Riise down the left. Paletta especially looks very composed on the ball and takes no nonsense when challenging for the ball, decent in the air and his distribution has been sound. Hobbs has held the midfield well, uses the ball well and is good in the tackle.
Bellamy hasn't had much service but his movement down the channels has been good (contrast Cisse). Zenden looks very rusty, as does Finnan. Guthrie's had a few good touches, Dudek's not had much to do and Roque at centre half hasn't impressed me at all to be honest (not very commanding in the air, skinned for pace on one occasion and has given away a few free kicks). Idrizaj has a good touch on him for a tall lad but hasn't been on the ball much.