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Davefevs Posted September 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Northampton Town: [Wednesday 16th September – 19:45] – What can we expect? City entertain Northampton Town in the EFL Cup 2nd Round tie having beaten Exeter City last week. The Cobblers are new arrivals in League One, having beaten City’s 1st Round opponents Exeter City 4-0 in the Play-off Final in June. They had finished in 7th position on points per game method following the early curtailment of League Two. So far this season they have beaten Cardiff City 3-0 to reach the 2nd round, whilst drawing in the League to Wimbledon and a loss in the EFL Trophy to MK Dons. A mixed bag then. Manager: For the second game running, City face a team managed by an old-boy, this time Keith Curle. A former Rovers player under Terry Cooper, he was converted from a left winger to a centre-back by “TC” and went on to play top-flight football, earning 3 England caps. Whilst at City he was a key player in the two Wembley cup-runs. Figure 1 - Keith Curle As a manager he has done the rounds at Mansfield Town, Chester City, Torquay United, Notts County and Carlisle United, whilst also being assistant to Neil Warnock at Crystal Palace and QPR. Formation / System: The Cobblers play a 3412 (5212) formation, but at times use a standard 352 – a bit like City. Figure 2 - Formation against AFC Wimbledon It is fair to say that they like to play direct, albeit a little less so far this season – that may be the result of three new centre-backs, one of who schooled in the Brentford way. They hit the most long balls in League Two last season, and the 4th highest long balls per 90 minutes, so no surprises that possession wasn’t in the top half of the division. But in saying that, they work hard to get it back, being the 3rd best in limiting opposition passes – Exeter were top for context. They topped the charts for aerial duel and fouls - a team that isn’t made in the mould of their manager as a player! Goalkeeper Steve Arnold – just the 1 short pass to his defenders, everything else long! Figure 3 - Steve Arnold - passes Central midfielders Christian Missilou (left) and Ryan Watson (right) complement each, one combative, one creative respectively. Figure 4 – Missilou – duels won / lost Figure 5 - Ryan Watson - passes Recruitment: Not easy to look at the ins and outs and draw conclusions from transfer fees, as they haven’t really spent anything! They did however sell one of the stand-out League Two centre-backs – Charlie Goode for £1m to Brentford, having picked him up cheaply the previous summer from Scunthorpe. They have replaced him with Cian Bolger on a free. That’s the kind of recruitment that happens below the Championship. Line-up: GK: Steve Arnold (31) – ex-Shrewsbury man who arrived last summer and made a dozen appearances last season. Jonathan Mitchell (25) has joined on loan and made his debut against MK Dons in the EFL Trophy defeat. RWB: Michael Harriman (27) – free transfer from Wycombe last summer having started at QPR. In and out of the team last season, but played every minute of the 3 play-off games. RCB: Luka Racic (21) – Danish born defender, who has played at all age groups from u16 to u21. On loan from Brentford having started at FC Copenhagen. CB: Cian Bolger (28) – signed in the summer as Goode’s replacement. At 6’4” he can be a threat from set-pieces and had a good scoring record at Fleetwood. Previous loan spell at Bristol Rovers, has been named captain by Curle. LCB: Fraser Horsfall (23) – arrived last month on a free from Macclesfield, via Kidderminster, having started at Huddersfield. 2 yellow cards already this season. LWB: Mark Marshall (34) – evergreen winger / wingback from Manchester – Manchester, Jamaica. Been around the lower leagues and signed in January, causing all manner of problems in the play-off final. CM: Christopher Missilou (28) – French-Congolese midfielder, signed on a free from Oldham in the summer. Started in Auxerre, his hometown, before appearing for several lower league French teams. Possible starter is ex-Rovers man Chris Lines (30), who joined in summer 2019, who featured in 31 of the 37 league games, but had to be content with sitting on the bench in the play-off final. CM: Ryan Watson (27) – former Everton and Wigan youngster who arrived last summer from MK Dons. Had previously been on loan to The Cobblers in 14/15 from Leicester. Good passer with an eye for a goal. My DANGERMAN Figure 6 - Dangerman - Ryan Watson AM: Ricky Korboa (24) – signed from non-league Carshalton in the summer for a nominal fee, he has started really well, with a goal and 2 assists in 3 starts. CF: Benny Ashley-Seal (21) – signed from Wolves last week and had a loan in Portugal (not the usual Jorge Mendes way) last season pre-Christmas before being loaned to Accrington. His place may be at risk from Harry Smith (23), who at 6’5” is suited to Northampton’s style, but has good feet and mobility. 7 goals in 12 starts (17 subs). CF: Matt Warburton (28) – former Stockport and Salford frontman who can operate wide. A danger from set-pieces. How do we win? Should be a contrast in styles, and much may depend on the eleven that Holden starts with. There is an expectation that Mawson, Martin and Sessegnon of the new boys will start, and possibly Morrell too. Holden will want to get minutes into some players. For other players it will be a chance to give Holden a little reminder of what they are capable of, and a good performance may give them a chance of being involved against Stoke City on Sunday. Also, if City can progress there is another Cup match the week after with Aston Villa or Burton waiting. You would hope City have too much quality, but often these games come down to attitude and desire, as well as executing the fundamentals well. It will be a good test for Vyner and Moore should they play, as they will certainly face an aerial challenge. City will need to ensure that Watson isn’t given time on the ball in midfield, as he can pick a pass. From set-pieces, Bolger will be the target, or Warburton if close enough for a shot. Whoever plays in front of our Back 3 will need to be very aware to ensure loose balls aren’t picked up by the advancing Cobblers’ midfielders. Bolger was caught trying to play out on Saturday, so there is opportunity to take advantage of smart pressing from the City front-line. Prediction: Win the battles, anticipate the nod-downs, and City can enjoy a comfortable evening Bristol City 3 : 0 Northampton Town Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 @Seneca the Younger pictures added in the edit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 3-0 Thats a brave prediction Shame Baker is out - he would have loved this sort of game. I'll wait till I see the team selection before predicting - hopefully a few of the new lads on show and Weimann not in midfield.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daored Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 2 hours ago, Davefevs said: @Seneca the Younger pictures added in the edit. Not too many changes for me, but agree minutes in legs. Bentley Moore Kalas Mawson Sessegnon Brunt Bakinson Rowe Paterson Wells Martin Just seen Morrell is out injured, not sure who else could play LWB if Rowe doesn’t play and O’Dowda injured Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Simmo said that we can expect to see some youngsters tonight. Who’ll start is anyone’s guess............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midred Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Robbored said: Simmo said that we can expect to see some youngsters tonight. Who’ll start is anyone’s guess............ What did Downo say? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 @elhombrecito @Dollymarie @RedM If ok with @Davefevs (sterling write up btw) can you make this the match day thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 9 minutes ago, Midred said: What did Downo say? Downsie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Expect all the new signings to start. Would like to see AS up front with Chris Martin. Palmer playing number 10 . T Bakinson has to start . Looking forward to it 4-1 City Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midred Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 2 minutes ago, bcfc01 said: Downsie Keith Downo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Red Cyril Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, daored said: Not too many changes for me, but agree minutes in legs. Bentley Moore Kalas Mawson Sessegnon Brunt Bakinson Rowe Paterson Wells Martin Just seen Morrell is out injured, not sure who else could play LWB if Rowe doesn’t play and O’Dowda injured What is Morrels injury and how long expected out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Just now, Rocking Red Cyril said: What is Morrels injury and how long expected out? Calf - back in training I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Red Cyril Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 minute ago, bcfc01 said: Calf - back in training I think. Pity would love too see him get minutes and games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 23 minutes ago, Septic Peg said: @elhombrecito @Dollymarie @RedM If ok with @Davefevs (sterling write up btw) can you make this the match day thread? Done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 No pushovers; https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/12064530/northampton-3-0-cardiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew me Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 That's ANOTHER cracking post Dave. Fair play to you, I get more info and detail from you than the official site. 3-0 a very bold statement..... I'm going for a cagey affair with new heads being bedded in. 1-0 Martin to score 72 mins with a far post header from a corner. Or something like that.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dolman Pragmatist Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 2 hours ago, daored said: Not too many changes for me, but agree minutes in legs. Bentley Moore Kalas Mawson Sessegnon Brunt Bakinson Rowe Paterson Wells Martin Just seen Morrell is out injured, not sure who else could play LWB if Rowe doesn’t play and O’Dowda injured Wouldn’t be surprised if a Max gets a run-out in goal and Semenyo starts instead of Wells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Robbored said: Simmo said that we can expect to see some youngsters tonight. Who’ll start is anyone’s guess............ Did he specifically say youngsters? I thought he just said “changes”? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Shtanley Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 If I was in charge I'd go for: O'Leary Vyner Kalas Mawson Sessegnon Bakinson Rowe Paterson Morrell Semenyo Diedhiou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 4 minutes ago, Shtanley said: If I was in charge I'd go for: O'Leary Vyner Kalas Mawson Sessegnon Bakinson Rowe Paterson Morrell Semenyo Diedhiou Morrell's injured Stan. Nagy instead? Or Massengo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 I think both Hunt and Rowe will be rested for tonight. I’d like to see Mawson and Kalas together to start building a relationship as it’s so important with a central pairing. In midfield I think Bakinson and Nagy will be involved. I’d like to see Martin and Semenyo up top aswell. Not sure if it will be Bents or O’Leary between the sticks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Would you be able to do more match threads this season Dave? Just my opinion but that’s exactly what I’d want from one. Detailed analysis that’s substantial but readable. I appreciate some prefer the other style other posters do but I think this is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 17 minutes ago, Lew-T said: I think both Hunt and Rowe will be rested for tonight. I’d like to see Mawson and Kalas together to start building a relationship as it’s so important with a central pairing. In midfield I think Bakinson and Nagy will be involved. I’d like to see Martin and Semenyo up top aswell. Not sure if it will be Bents or O’Leary between the sticks? Although I’ve picked Rowe in my suggested team, I think the most important partnership tonight is Mawson and Kalas....although having said that if Mawson plays LCB, it might be worth him getting to know Rowe too. Who’d be a head-coach! 3 minutes ago, Phileas Fogg said: Would you be able to do more match threads this season Dave? Just my opinion but that’s exactly what I’d want from one. Detailed analysis that’s substantial but readable. I appreciate some prefer the other style other posters do but I think this is better. Room for both types imho. I quite like the Peg, Havana MDTs....quite educational at times. Was a tough one doing Northampton, as not seen many of their players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Midred said: What did Downo say? Haven’t seen his interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: Did he specifically say youngsters? I thought he just said “changes”? Yep.......and that a strong hint of youngsters - why else would he say it? Reading between lines is an useful gift Dave............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted September 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Just now, Robbored said: Yep.......and that a strong hint of youngsterS - why else would he say it? Bakinson, Sessegnon, Vyner and Semenyo are young....not convinced we will go Towler or Morton for example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornacix the Druid Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 Id like to see Brunt involved tonight if poss. See how we play with him in the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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