Tom Fleuriot Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 So, I can't find any word on how we played. Was anyone there? I'm generally wondering how the players fitted together and if anyone's pushing for a first-team place....?Edit - Looks like a match report's been put on BB's thread about 4-5-1 Saturday. Poor timing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 This One Gives A Good Indication of Performances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niall Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 This One Gives A Good Indication of PerformancesAgree with most of the comments elswhere, except McCombe. I thought he was vulnerable against pace.Spot on regarding Jennison and McAllister though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Boy Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 I think we all need to remember two things that are highlighted in this report.1.JMW is an inexperienced kid and, ala Lita, will need to be rested and, for me, particularly away, that would be Saturday with a move to the bench.Scott Browns injury makes that more difficult.2.The solution to the left side, now that he's fit and moreover, match fit, is McAllister.He adds defensive bite , leadership, balance & would combine well, given time with Woodman who is a more than capable left back.I think he could also create chances with pinpoint crosses witness Murrays goal v Crewe and Wrights miss on Saturday v Doncaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiceRed Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Yep, agree with most of the linked report. JMW certainly needs a rest as he was very poor last night - he rarely took on the full back when he had plenty of opportunities to do so. In general we played ok, although were sloppy in posession at times. I think part of the reason for that was the almost surreal atmosphere at the game. Only 1 stand was open and most of the fans there didn't seem to care too much about the result, which surely translated onto the pitch. The game resembled more a reserve game or pre-season friendly than a "competitive" mid-season encounter. Anyway, 1st cup win in exactly 2 years (so I'm told), so altogether a successful evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longacre_red Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 who was captain last night? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete1975Legend Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 who was captain last night?Mccombe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy g Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 First the bad news - There were some shocking decisions by the back four in the first half and JMW just didnt look interested.But, despite being second best for most of the match, we were able to step up a few gears when it mattered and looked comfortable at the end.Still not sure about this idea of playing McAllister in midfield though. He's playing very well at left-back, lets not mess about with the areas of our team which ARE performing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordofthebling Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 I was a bit worried by Fontaine myself, didnt look anythig like the player from last season...MOTM for me was Russell - he played really well and seemed up for the game.Keogh just is not a right back, but he linked up quite well with Wright - who had an excellent game putting in a few stunning crosses.Jevons and Corr looked average, which is an indication of where our shots were coming from last night - Noble and Russell.Basso had a good game, but a couple of crazy kicks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Agree with most of the comments elswhere, except McCombe. I thought he was vulnerable against pace.I think thats been obvious since day one. But how many strikers in this division will push him to this test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 I think thats been obvious since day one. But how many strikers in this division will push him to this test?Ones with pace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Ones with pace Yes, but appart from Leon Knight and maybe Tyson, I don't believe there are many that will really exploit his one flaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiceRed Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Basso had a good game, but a couple of crazy kicks!Agreed, Basso made 2 or 3 great saves. Can only remember 1 semi-dodgy kick but may be wrong. Leyton Orient were/are a poor side and I can see why they are down there (I didn't see the league game at the Gate earlier in the season so can't compare their performance with yesterday's). Their wingers showed 1 or 2 nice touches here and there, but when we actually concentrated and upped our game, we were clearly better than them. I was reasonably impressed with Wright, and wouldn't mind him sticking around for a while. He had some nice runs and touches and while he drifted out of the game for periods, name me a winger who doesn't! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 He's a lucky chap then, my major flaw is beer, far too many brewers and pubs. Can't get round them all before I pop me clogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Boy Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Still not sure about this idea of playing McAllister in midfield though. He's playing very well at left-back, lets not mess about with the areas of our team which ARE performing !Good point and that's the downside of doing it.Question is, does that outweigh the plus side, particularly with Brown injured and JMW tiring We could switch SM to the left and bring in Wright........er, on the right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stortfordred Posted November 2, 2006 Report Share Posted November 2, 2006 Still not sure about this idea of playing McAllister in midfield though. He's playing very well at left-back, lets not mess about with the areas of our team which ARE performing !Spot on. we need him at left back. Interesting that Jennison had a poorer game but when playing on left flank rather than up front. He definitely looks better up front. he does prob need a rest though which does leave us weak on the left side. For me, Id play Scott Murray there and persevere with wright on the right. I think Corr can do a job for us and I saw quite good signs that he could link well with Jevo. Interesting that Jennison had a poorer game but when playing on left flank rather than up front. He definitely looks better up front. he does prob need a rest though which does leave us weak on the left side. For me, Id play Scott Murray there and persevere with wright on the right. Whoops, should have read BB's post first. still now you have the definitive answer!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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