Posted:
Wed Oct 26, 2011 8:47 pm
by Zidane
Eh, just a normal mistake that are growing pains I guess. He's been solid at the back otherwise and has made some good passes.. he's definitely one for the long term though I think he can develop into a very good CB alongside a more skilled CB. If we don't score early in the 2nd half we are going to be in for a horrible half of football. Stoke with a lead do my head in especially in a damn cup competition let alone the league. Ugh, Stoke are a disgrace it has to be said.
Posted:
Wed Oct 26, 2011 8:47 pm
by metalhead
AND CAN WE EVER FINISH OUR CHANCES? I JUST SAW THE STATS! WTF!
Posted:
Wed Oct 26, 2011 8:52 pm
by aCe'
I think we've done reasonably well in that first half and while the result doesnt reflect that, I think theres plenty of positives to take from that performance.
- Spearing is yet again proving that he is a very solid option in the midde of the park and his partnership with Lucas is something we'll hopefully see more of in the league. Defensively and going forward, the 2 men in the middle were firmly in control and I'd be very disappointed (not surprised) if Kenny decides to take one of the two off.
- Carroll is playing with great energy and despite missing a couple of easy chances he seems to be in the mood tonight. I expect him to score if we continue to get the chances because unlike Suarez, he seems to hit the target more often than not.
- Our 4-4-2 setup is looking very good with the players we have out there. The fullbacks are both pushing up to add to the numbers, and Lucas/Spearing are doing an excellent job pressuring the opposition from higher up the pitch while recovering quickly to break down counter attacks.
Now for the negatives...
-Coates. His first game was a nightmare. Again, he made a horrendous error that cost us a goal. It could be down to nerves, a lack of experience, or just him being a poor defender. Regardless, he shouldn't have started and I hope his mistake doesnt cost us progress in the competition.
- Suarez. Missed 2 easy chances. Wasted possession at least a dozen times. Failed to play the pass when others were in a dangerous position. Id excuse him all that if he was scoring goals but atm he isn't, so I wont.
- Maxi and Henderson. They havent been terrible, but we need to get more from our wide players. Henderson has played it safe (Kelly looks more dangerous) while Maxi is being too intricate. Would have been a perfect game for Bellamy and Downing.
Posted:
Wed Oct 26, 2011 8:55 pm
by aCe'
Just hope the subs come early this time around. Oh, and no defenders for forward when we're chasing it this time around please.