cityexile Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Sometimes the score does not reflect the match. For once we have looked bright and fun to watch. Still defensively stuff to work on for sure, but at least signs that we are going to have a go at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Had enough chances got to take at least 1. Then you pay the price for some comical defending from about 4 city players. Best I’ve seen us at home for a long time. Maybe it’s set up for Wells to get his season up and running Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City_USA Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Disappointed to be loosing at half time but that was the most entertained I've been watching a City match for a very long time. Positive signs of what's to come Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Ropey as hell at the back but going forward it's better than any time in the last 5 years. Anyone who can't recognise that needs to find something else to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordy62 Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 What I like most: Nige has clearly gone in there and said; “You will not play the ball backwards!” I ******* love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 5 minutes ago, JonDolman said: We are playing well. Had so many chances. Weimann frustrating shot there, when he tries to blast it, it almost always goes into row Z! 5 minutes ago, Red Exile said: How are we losing this match? Playing far better than I've seen us play in ages. Keep the faith. 6 minutes ago, The Journalist said: Really decent game, really decent performance from us. If this is the blueprint we’ll be absolutely fine this season and pick up some good wins on the way. I’m watching a different game. We’ve had a couple of half chances, certainly nothing clear cut (admittedly I got in 10 mins or so late because of the hoo har outside) I don’t think we deserve to be losing as Swansea haven’t done much, but I don’t think we’ve been particularly dangerous ourselves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, MarcusX said: My thoughts from the game, for what it’s worth Pring trying hard and can’t fault effort but looks shattered JD looking out of confidence, still can’t handle a ball over his head Martin pretty anonymous Midfield isn’t really working, Paterson’s had all the time he wants. Great save by bents but kalas and Atkinson looked so far apart and kalas very deep. Would like to see the goal replay, looked too easy, again. Swansea players falling over at the slightest touch, and the ref is dreadful. Being conned every time Atmosphere is awful. I know the players need to inspire but we’ve been away for 18 months, it’s a little embarrassing to be honest Sing as loud as your posting then or pipe down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midred Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 How many incompetent referees are there in the championship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Welch Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 We’ve played quite well generally but can’t help but feel our full-backs are a liability defensively. Swansea have obviously identified this and are trying to exploit it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ostrich Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Did the PL refereeing memo not get through to the EFL. So painful to watch compared to the PL last week (will see how long that lasts anyway) Otherwise, unfortunate to be behind, really poor defending for the goal, so weak from Massengo and Atkinson. And a lack of real quality at the other end, not the crispness you need nor the quality to finish the opportunities that have presented themselves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad blit Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Im sure Sky will probably have a ‘love in’ with Swansea for high possession stats, but they’ve been the 2nd best team on this pitch and this is one of the best attacking performance Iv seen in a long time. All that’s lacking is some better, more convincing finishing. Keep going City! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanker Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 We can beat this lot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Just now, petehinton said: Carved them open basically every attack. They are woeful. Need Wells brought into this game and we could go on to score 2 or 3. We’ve created so much Agree. Personally I'd bring Wells on for Scott and push Weimann wide for more defensive support. Really feel for Simpson. Had zero support from Scott, and with their front two plus Pato, Simpsons had to defend against two men at times. On a card too so risky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin_unreliant Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Frustrating to see the ball come straight back to him off the post. Their first shot. We need more quality in the box though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redstart Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, Fordy62 said: Don’t remember the last time I enjoyed watching us play. That was actually good. Definite green shoots. Totally agree, the entertainment was really there, just need to convert the result now too. Still think we need a couple of players to complete this team and become a real force. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 2 minutes ago, M.D said: We are missing the work Andy King does Rubbish. We are pedestrian with him in the middle of the park. By contrast, Massengo is dynamic and James is simply a class player. King doesn't have the legs any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Exile Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, Monkeh said: Can't complain at all, City have played well Yep. Very unlucky to be behind - playing a far higher calibre of football than in recent seasons...in my opinion. A pleasure to watch! And if young Atkinson currently has a mistake in him he's show some great skill on the ball. Still finding his feet. It'll come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadredfred Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Really enjoyed that half. Best I’ve seen us play in such a long time. The goal is unlucky and largely undeserved but it’s all they’ve done. Just a little more quality with the final ball or a lucky bounce and we’ll be in. Key to maintain the momentum of the first half because they look so dodgy at the back. I’d love to see Semenyo up against their right back. Great half (bar the goal). We can win this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garland-sweden Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Lets score twice COYR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 More excitement and skill in the first 45 minutes than I’ve seen since that cup run. Just need to be a bit more clinical up front - Martin needs to get on the end of those wicked crosses (is he knackered?), Andi needs to get involved - and tighten up at the back a little and we will be fine. Pring take a bow. Some performance! Hano great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, Fordy62 said: What I like most: Nige has clearly gone in there and said; “You will not play the ball backwards!” I ******* love it. All well and good but has he told them how to create chances yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Another really frustrating half at the Gate. We've created enough opportunities to be comfortably ahead but are behind to a sloppy goal. The kids (Pring, Scott and Massengo) are doing alright but we continue to struggle at full back, where Swansea are stretching us through Birdwell especially. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 3 minutes ago, MarcusX said: My thoughts from the game, for what it’s worth Pring trying hard and can’t fault effort but looks shattered JD looking out of confidence, still can’t handle a ball over his head Martin pretty anonymous Midfield isn’t really working, Paterson’s had all the time he wants. Great save by bents but kalas and Atkinson looked so far apart and kalas very deep. Would like to see the goal replay, looked too easy, again. Swansea players falling over at the slightest touch, and the ref is dreadful. Being conned every time Atmosphere is awful. I know the players need to inspire but we’ve been away for 18 months, it’s a little embarrassing to be honest **** me, I thought we were playing well, but I bow to your superior knowledge ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YGBjammy Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Would like to see Wells given a chance. We clearly need someone who can finish in the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tin Soldier Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Sooooo much better performance. Big improvement on last seasons shambles. Come on City. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midred Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 3 minutes ago, marcofisher said: Bit of a Swansea City love in on Sky Sports They've been in the premier league! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Just now, joe jordans teeth said: All well and good but has he told them how to create chances yet Yes, as we've created plenty of them in the first half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, joe jordans teeth said: All well and good but has he told them how to create chances yet How many chances do you want ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjak Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Fresh legs needed second half.. .....as some players are noticeable tired? However we are very unfortunate to be 1 down. Very impressed with our commitment and attitude, not far away, just need the same run of the ball that Swansea were able to exploit. Swansea pass the ball well, but do not have much of a threat upfront. With a little luck, I can see this being a 1-1 draw.? COYR!! PS Bring on Wells and Semenyo!!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Robin Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Frustrating first half: the lads showed energy, good attacking play and created chances...but one of the rare dangers caused by Swansea is deciding the match. Maybe we could have defended better, but that rebound was lucky. Still time to get something from this match. COYR!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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