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Post by iambungle on Sept 3, 2017 11:46:11 GMT
Early days yet I realise but from the 3 league games I've seen so far:
1. Underwhelmed by Henry. Seems to bustle about a bit like Macca used to do but not sure he is better than any of our own players that he is keeping out of the starting XI. 2. Underwhelmed by Payne. He is the opposite of Henry in that he buzzes around midlfield but, for me, he hasn't yet delivered any 'wow' performances. 3. If we can keep Williamson fit we've got a chance. I reckon we could pair him with Stephen Hawking without his wheelchair and we'd be ok. One superb block and another great bit of play when MK were breaking at speed - he showed the player out wide and then flicked out a foot to steal the ball, in the first half yesterday. 4. GvK is not worth £800k. 5. Our free kicks in and around the opponents box are poor. I guess we were spoiled with Maguire. 6. Quite like Obika up front. If we are going to pay 1 up top (or 4-3-3) then I think he is the best option when comparing him to Wes or GvK in that role.
My overall assessment is that we are a solid, mid-table side, with no real flair players (or none who have given a better than 7 out of 10 performance so far). Probably not going to lose many games but probably not going to win enough to challenge for a play-off spot either.
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Post by saddletramp on Sept 3, 2017 11:50:44 GMT
Early days yet I realise but from the 3 league games I've seen so far: 1. Underwhelmed by Henry. Seems to bustle about a bit like Macca used to do but not sure he is better than any or our own players that he is keeping out of the starting XI. 2. Underwhelmed by Payne. He is the opposite of Henry is that he buzzes around midlfield but, for me, he hasn't yet delivered any 'wow' performances. 3. If we can keep Williamson fit we've got a chance. I reckon we could pair him with Stephen Hawking without his wheelchair and we'd be ok. One superb block and another great bit of play when MK were breaking at speed - he showed the player out wide and then flicked out a foot to steal the ball, in the first half yesterday. 4. GvK is not worth £800k. 5. Our free kicks in and around the opponents box are poor. I guess we were spoiled with Maguire. 6. Quite like Obika up front. If we are going to pay 1 up top (or 4-3-3) then I think he is the best option when comparing him to Wes or GvK in that role. My overall assessment is that we are a solid, mid-table side, with no real flair players (or none who have given a better than 7 out of 10 performances so far). Probably not going to lose many games but probably not going to win enough to challenge for a play-off spot either. Payne was outstanding against Pompey and i thought he would be a real asset. Hasn't done a lot since,obviously has a good game in his locker,needs more consistency.
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Post by oxfordboy on Sept 3, 2017 12:00:01 GMT
I think Payne's quality shines through every game, he's probably not quite producing consistently yet, but he's in a new system, and quite frankly other than Hall he's been our only player who has looked genuinely threatening in recent games and it's very difficult to impact games on your own
Henry had a decent game yesterday, probably his best for us, but he just doesn't look to carry any real threat, ever, no pace and very reluctant to whip the ball in, always looking to pass it short, no matter the position we're in, I really feel he needs to come out now, maybe try Rothwell out there
Ribeiro had his best game, and for the first time i've seen him looked like he might not cost us a goal, although he and the rest of the defence struggled after Martin came on
Also how similar were the goal conceded against Dons and Scunny? Both cutting in from the same wing and bending it into that corner, suggests to me Ricardinho needs to stop letting them do it.
Still though we've got the basis basis of a good team, we won't concede many, but also look as though we're gonna struggle to score, hopefully these new lads come in and improve us asap
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Post by gingerox on Sept 3, 2017 12:03:52 GMT
I think Payne's quality shines through every game, he's probably not quite producing consistently yet, but he's in a new system, and quite frankly other than Hall he's been our only player who has looked genuinely threatening in recent games and it's very difficult to impact games on your own Henry had a decent game yesterday, probably his best for us, but he just doesn't look to carry any real threat, ever, no pace and very reluctant to whip the ball in, always looking to pass it short, no matter the position we're in, I really feel he needs to come out now, maybe try Rothwell out there Ribeiro had his best game, and for the first time i've seen him looked like he might not cost us a goal, although he and the rest of the defence struggled after Martin came on Also how similar were the goal conceded against Dons and Scunny? Both cutting in from the same wing and bending it into that corner, suggests to me Ricardinho needs to stop letting them do it.Still though we've got the basis basis of a good team, we won't concede many, but also look as though we're gonna struggle to score, hopefully these new lads come in and improve us asap Had thought the same, including vs Cheltenhem, but think it was Henry yesterday who allowed them to cut in
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Post by cornishox on Sept 3, 2017 12:52:43 GMT
Weird how we see games differently. I thought Henry was poor yesterday.
Williamson on the other hand was pure class I was just about to start a thread on him but no need now. That block he made first half was incredible and won 99% of everything he went for. No doubt about it was MOTM for me
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Post by JoeCitrone on Sept 3, 2017 13:24:06 GMT
Early days yet I realise but from the 3 league games I've seen so far: 1. Underwhelmed by Henry. Seems to bustle about a bit like Macca used to do but not sure he is better than any of our own players that he is keeping out of the starting XI. 2. Underwhelmed by Payne. He is the opposite of Henry in that he buzzes around midlfield but, for me, he hasn't yet delivered any 'wow' performances. 3. If we can keep Williamson fit we've got a chance. I reckon we could pair him with Stephen Hawking without his wheelchair and we'd be ok. One superb block and another great bit of play when MK were breaking at speed - he showed the player out wide and then flicked out a foot to steal the ball, in the first half yesterday. 4. GvK is not worth £800k. 5. Our free kicks in and around the opponents box are poor. I guess we were spoiled with Maguire. 6. Quite like Obika up front. If we are going to pay 1 up top (or 4-3-3) then I think he is the best option when comparing him to Wes or GvK in that role. My overall assessment is that we are a solid, mid-table side, with no real flair players (or none who have given a better than 7 out of 10 performance so far). Probably not going to lose many games but probably not going to win enough to challenge for a play-off spot either. I agree with all your points except no2 about Payne. Not sure if you went to Oldham but that was certainly a 'wow' performance in my eyes and although he hasn't quite played as well as that since, in the games I've seen anyway, he's a very creative player that I feel will be important to us this season.
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Post by oufcyellows on Sept 3, 2017 13:39:20 GMT
Early days yet I realise but from the 3 league games I've seen so far: 1. Underwhelmed by Henry. Seems to bustle about a bit like Macca used to do but not sure he is better than any of our own players that he is keeping out of the starting XI. 2. Underwhelmed by Payne. He is the opposite of Henry in that he buzzes around midlfield but, for me, he hasn't yet delivered any 'wow' performances. 3. If we can keep Williamson fit we've got a chance. I reckon we could pair him with Stephen Hawking without his wheelchair and we'd be ok. One superb block and another great bit of play when MK were breaking at speed - he showed the player out wide and then flicked out a foot to steal the ball, in the first half yesterday. 4. GvK is not worth £800k. 5. Our free kicks in and around the opponents box are poor. I guess we were spoiled with Maguire. 6. Quite like Obika up front. If we are going to pay 1 up top (or 4-3-3) then I think he is the best option when comparing him to Wes or GvK in that role. My overall assessment is that we are a solid, mid-table side, with no real flair players (or none who have given a better than 7 out of 10 performance so far). Probably not going to lose many games but probably not going to win enough to challenge for a play-off spot either. When U say is Henry better than any of our own players he's keeping out of the 11? He is our own player. And I've been really impressed with what Payne adds to the side, if anything it's a lack of movement around him, and no out and out wingers bursting forward for him to supply that's letting him down, he showed yesterday what he can do with his quick 1-2 passing in the middle. It's early days, players will take a while to get used to each other, but considering we have got our 8 point target from the first 5. And it could have been a lot higher I think we're doing just fine, with obvious room for improvements once pep has a chance to get his tactics across
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Post by yellowbow on Sept 3, 2017 13:39:44 GMT
We don't want Payne to be too good anyway. If he really turns it on there will be a danger of us losing him in January, not necessarily to Huddersfield's first team but the danger would if a championship club (Sheff Utd or Barnsley!) put a bid in and he was recalled to be sold. Best if he's effective but just under the radar for now, we get him in Jan for a decent price and then he puts the afterburners on to see us to promotion
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Post by Young Money on Sept 3, 2017 13:43:55 GMT
Players I'm optimistic about:
Obika Hall Nelson Williamson Ledson Ruffels
Players I'm disappointed with:
Henry Payne
Players I'm slightly worried about:
Ribiero Eastwood Richardinho
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Post by bazzer9461 on Sept 3, 2017 13:55:31 GMT
Players I'm optimistic about: Obika Hall Nelson Williamson Ledson Ruffels Players I'm disappointed with: Henry Payne Players I'm slightly worried about: Ribiero Eastwood Richardinho I assume you are trying to get a bite?
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Post by Jason N on Sept 3, 2017 14:02:35 GMT
When the forward players click, we'll be a force to be reckoned with. Yes, we are inconsistent but soon we will start banging in some of the easier chances...Obika...GvK... Strong at the back, strong in midfield, COULD be very exciting up front. Fine lines so far.
Add Mowatt to the frey and we'll be banging them in soon enough.
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Post by smokey66 on Sept 3, 2017 14:56:52 GMT
In the 2nd half I thought MK picked out our left side of defence as a weak link. The gk continually put the ball on to their right wing's head and Ricardinho could do nothing about it, and Henry did little to help.
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Post by Young Money on Sept 3, 2017 15:01:28 GMT
Players I'm optimistic about: Obika Hall Nelson Williamson Ledson Ruffels Players I'm disappointed with: Henry Payne Players I'm slightly worried about: Ribiero Eastwood Richardinho I assume you are trying to get a bite? What did I say that was so controversial??
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Post by oxfordboy on Sept 3, 2017 15:53:28 GMT
I assume you are trying to get a bite? What did I say that was so controversial?? Well i'd say the bit about worrying about Eastwood and Ricardinho seems a bit ridiculous
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Post by yellows321 on Sept 3, 2017 15:59:52 GMT
This whole thread feels like it needs context. It's early on in the season and we- objectively- have a very strong squad.
A spine of Obika, Payne, Ledson, Williamson (and Nelson), Eastwood. That stinks of the play offs. Especially if/when we strengthen in January with all that tasty transfer gwop
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Post by Young Money on Sept 3, 2017 16:17:35 GMT
What did I say that was so controversial?? Well i'd say the bit about worrying about Eastwood and Ricardinho seems a bit ridiculous I forgot that there's no such thing as nuance on the internet. Just like a woman you've twisted what I said - ever heard of the word 'slightly'?
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Post by oufcyellows on Sept 3, 2017 16:20:58 GMT
Well i'd say the bit about worrying about Eastwood and Ricardinho seems a bit ridiculous I forgot that there's no such thing as nuance on the internet. Just like a woman you've twisted what I said - ever heard of the word 'slightly'? Why u slightly worried about him then. Best keeper we've had in a long time
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Post by manorlounger on Sept 3, 2017 16:33:23 GMT
Henry worries me. Appeared to have run out of energy early second half. Match fitness must be a question mark. Liked what he showed first half but fitness (or motivation?) needs to improve.
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Post by bazzer9461 on Sept 3, 2017 16:35:44 GMT
I assume you are trying to get a bite? What did I say that was so controversial?? The players your slightly worried about and Payne disappointing, Henry still has to settle
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Post by oxfordboy on Sept 3, 2017 17:07:09 GMT
Well i'd say the bit about worrying about Eastwood and Ricardinho seems a bit ridiculous I forgot that there's no such thing as nuance on the internet. Just like a woman you've twisted what I said - ever heard of the word 'slightly'? My bad, if there's one word that comes to mind when I think of you on here Mr Money it's definitely 'nuanced'
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Post by Common Villager on Sept 3, 2017 17:24:24 GMT
It's amazing how differently people see the game.
I've been disappointed with Henry overall, but I thought yesterday was his best game until he got tired. Most of the time he lacks intensity, often getting beaten to the ball easily or thinking he's got more time than he has. But I though he started yesterday's match well, with much more urgency to his play. That said he was beaten far too easily for their goal, not sure if that was due to a lack of pace or lack of desire?
Payne is great. Only problem is I think our opponents know that, and so put a man on him. In my opinion our lack of natural width and pace hinders his ability to fully make his mark on the game. We need to stretch teams more to create space for him in the hole. That said, he was marvellous against Oldham and Pompey, and was pivotal in our good play early on yesterday.
Obika was very good yesterday. I'm actually a big fan of Thomas, but I think Obika is better suited to the lone striker role due to his strength and arial ability. He lead the line excellently yesterday. Think he just needs to improve his decision making in the pivotal moments.
Can't believe there's some questioning Ricardinho. He's bloody brilliant. So calm on the ball and never seems to be beaten. Considering he's never played in England, he's settled in so quickly and I can only think he'll get even better. Perhaps his only flaw is that he doesn't offer a huge amount in the final third.
Also how anyone can say they're slightly worried about Eastwood is beyond me. Our best keeper in years. He's such a calming influence on the whole team.
Williamson is bloody great. He's a top, top defender. Clears, blocks, heads. Had a blip against Shrewsbury but other than that I think he's been one of our best performers.
I think one of my main concerns is that while Ledson and Ruffels are both good players in their own right, they're just too similar. We're lacking someone that can dictate the match from the middle of the park, like Lundstrum often would. I think Rothwell can do it, but think he's better further up the pitch. Perhaps Mowatt will be ther answer?
Van Kessel is quite raw. I don't think we can rely on him to be a regular starter, but he's an excellent option off of the bench due to his pace and direct style. I can't see us taking up the option on the £800k, but if they're willing to let him go for less I think he could be moulded into a very good player.
Ribiero has been a bit up and down. Perhaps that's too be expected after a year on the sidelines. I think yesterday was his best match, especially considering he was forced to change from CB to RB. I think he'll continue to improve.
The other concern that I have is that we don't have any players in the team that can make goals out of nothing, at least not on a regular enough basis. In the promotion season we had Roofe. In the first half of last season we had Maguire, and in the second half we had MacAleny. This year, I don't think we have that type of player. I was hoping we might pick one up on deadline day.
Anyway, on the whole I'm fairly positive. Just think we may be lacking a couple of 'star' players that would take us from upper mid table to play-offs.
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Post by lukehudson on Sept 3, 2017 17:39:27 GMT
Payne already has four league assists considering he's been man marked every game after Oldham that's very good.
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Post by 1OUFC on Sept 3, 2017 17:43:48 GMT
I think Payne's quality shines through every game, he's probably not quite producing consistently yet, but he's in a new system, and quite frankly other than Hall he's been our only player who has looked genuinely threatening in recent games and it's very difficult to impact games on your own Henry had a decent game yesterday, probably his best for us, but he just doesn't look to carry any real threat, ever, no pace and very reluctant to whip the ball in, always looking to pass it short, no matter the position we're in, I really feel he needs to come out now, maybe try Rothwell out there Ribeiro had his best game, and for the first time i've seen him looked like he might not cost us a goal, although he and the rest of the defence struggled after Martin came on Also how similar were the goal conceded against Dons and Scunny? Both cutting in from the same wing and bending it into that corner, suggests to me Ricardinho needs to stop letting them do it. Still though we've got the basis basis of a good team, we won't concede many, but also look as though we're gonna struggle to score, hopefully these new lads come in and improve us asap Apart from the two signed on Thursday, do we have any of the summer new signings that are still getting up to match fitness, and haven't played yet? Thanks.
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Post by uptheus on Sept 3, 2017 18:28:50 GMT
I assume you are trying to get a bite? What did I say that was so controversial?? Eastwood and Ricardinho, and possibly Payne. Payne was MOTM at Oldham and had a good game against Pompey, but agree he hasn't lived up to that in the other games.
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Post by ontheup01 on Sept 3, 2017 18:39:58 GMT
It's amazing how differently people see the game. I've been disappointed with Henry overall, but I thought yesterday was his best game until he got tired. Most of the time he lacks intensity, often getting beaten to the ball easily or thinking he's got more time than he has. But I though he started yesterday's match well, with much more urgency to his play. That said he was beaten far too easily for their goal, not sure if that was due to a lack of pace or lack of desire? Payne is great. Only problem is I think our opponents know that, and so put a man on him. In my opinion our lack of natural width and pace hinders his ability to fully make his mark on the game. We need to stretch teams more to create space for him in the hole. That said, he was marvellous against Oldham and Pompey, and was pivotal in our good play early on yesterday. Obika was very good yesterday. I'm actually a big fan of Thomas, but I think Obika is better suited to the lone striker role due to his strength and arial ability. He lead the line excellently yesterday. Think he just needs to improve his decision making in the pivotal moments. Can't believe there's some questioning Ricardinho. He's bloody brilliant. So calm on the ball and never seems to be beaten. Considering he's never played in England, he's settled in so quickly and I can only think he'll get even better. Perhaps his only flaw is that he doesn't offer a huge amount in the final third. Also how anyone can say they're slightly worried about Eastwood is beyond me. Our best keeper in years. He's such a calming influence on the whole team. Williamson is bloody great. He's a top, top defender. Clears, blocks, heads. Had a blip against Shrewsbury but other than that I think he's been one of our best performers. I think one of my main concerns is that while Ledson and Ruffels are both good players in their own right, they're just too similar. We're lacking someone that can dictate the match from the middle of the park, like Lundstrum often would. I think Rothwell can do it, but think he's better further up the pitch. Perhaps Mowatt will be ther answer? Van Kessel is quite raw. I don't think we can rely on him to be a regular starter, but he's an excellent option off of the bench due to his pace and direct style. I can't see us taking up the option on the £800k, but if they're willing to let him go for less I think he could be moulded into a very good player. Ribiero has been a bit up and down. Perhaps that's too be expected after a year on the sidelines. I think yesterday was his best match, especially considering he was forced to change from CB to RB. I think he'll continue to improve. The other concern that I have is that we don't have any players in the team that can make goals out of nothing, at least not on a regular enough basis. In the promotion season we had Roofe. In the first half of last season we had Maguire, and in the second half we had MacAleny. This year, I don't think we have that type of player. I was hoping we might pick one up on deadline day. Anyway, on the whole I'm fairly positive. Just think we may be lacking a couple of 'star' players that would take us from upper mid table to play-offs. Very sensible discription of where we currently are.
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Post by diagocostapacket on Sept 3, 2017 18:49:49 GMT
I'm not worried about any of them, they are all quite good enough for this league, and in fact I would go so far as to say a good a squad of players as any other team in the league and better than most.
Sometimes we will play well and lose. Sometimes we will play badly and win..
As long as the players give 100% that's good enough for me.
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Post by plonker on Sept 3, 2017 19:06:39 GMT
It's amazing how differently people see the game. I've been disappointed with Henry overall, but I thought yesterday was his best game until he got tired. Most of the time he lacks intensity, often getting beaten to the ball easily or thinking he's got more time than he has. But I though he started yesterday's match well, with much more urgency to his play. That said he was beaten far too easily for their goal, not sure if that was due to a lack of pace or lack of desire? Payne is great. Only problem is I think our opponents know that, and so put a man on him. In my opinion our lack of natural width and pace hinders his ability to fully make his mark on the game. We need to stretch teams more to create space for him in the hole. That said, he was marvellous against Oldham and Pompey, and was pivotal in our good play early on yesterday. Obika was very good yesterday. I'm actually a big fan of Thomas, but I think Obika is better suited to the lone striker role due to his strength and arial ability. He lead the line excellently yesterday. Think he just needs to improve his decision making in the pivotal moments. Can't believe there's some questioning Ricardinho. He's bloody brilliant. So calm on the ball and never seems to be beaten. Considering he's never played in England, he's settled in so quickly and I can only think he'll get even better. Perhaps his only flaw is that he doesn't offer a huge amount in the final third. Also how anyone can say they're slightly worried about Eastwood is beyond me. Our best keeper in years. He's such a calming influence on the whole team. Williamson is bloody great. He's a top, top defender. Clears, blocks, heads. Had a blip against Shrewsbury but other than that I think he's been one of our best performers. I think one of my main concerns is that while Ledson and Ruffels are both good players in their own right, they're just too similar. We're lacking someone that can dictate the match from the middle of the park, like Lundstrum often would. I think Rothwell can do it, but think he's better further up the pitch. Perhaps Mowatt will be ther answer? Van Kessel is quite raw. I don't think we can rely on him to be a regular starter, but he's an excellent option off of the bench due to his pace and direct style. I can't see us taking up the option on the £800k, but if they're willing to let him go for less I think he could be moulded into a very good player. Ribiero has been a bit up and down. Perhaps that's too be expected after a year on the sidelines. I think yesterday was his best match, especially considering he was forced to change from CB to RB. I think he'll continue to improve. The other concern that I have is that we don't have any players in the team that can make goals out of nothing, at least not on a regular enough basis. In the promotion season we had Roofe. In the first half of last season we had Maguire, and in the second half we had MacAleny. This year, I don't think we have that type of player. I was hoping we might pick one up on deadline day. Anyway, on the whole I'm fairly positive. Just think we may be lacking a couple of 'star' players that would take us from upper mid table to play-offs. It doesn't change in the stands either. Listening to a few blokes critise Williamson and say "just shows where we are as a club...". Truly baffling. He's probably my favourite type of player - no nonsense, old school centre-back who instills confidence and order to a team. He's a talker too, which is always helps.
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Post by ontheup01 on Sept 3, 2017 21:16:05 GMT
It's amazing how differently people see the game. I've been disappointed with Henry overall, but I thought yesterday was his best game until he got tired. Most of the time he lacks intensity, often getting beaten to the ball easily or thinking he's got more time than he has. But I though he started yesterday's match well, with much more urgency to his play. That said he was beaten far too easily for their goal, not sure if that was due to a lack of pace or lack of desire? Payne is great. Only problem is I think our opponents know that, and so put a man on him. In my opinion our lack of natural width and pace hinders his ability to fully make his mark on the game. We need to stretch teams more to create space for him in the hole. That said, he was marvellous against Oldham and Pompey, and was pivotal in our good play early on yesterday. Obika was very good yesterday. I'm actually a big fan of Thomas, but I think Obika is better suited to the lone striker role due to his strength and arial ability. He lead the line excellently yesterday. Think he just needs to improve his decision making in the pivotal moments. Can't believe there's some questioning Ricardinho. He's bloody brilliant. So calm on the ball and never seems to be beaten. Considering he's never played in England, he's settled in so quickly and I can only think he'll get even better. Perhaps his only flaw is that he doesn't offer a huge amount in the final third. Also how anyone can say they're slightly worried about Eastwood is beyond me. Our best keeper in years. He's such a calming influence on the whole team. Williamson is bloody great. He's a top, top defender. Clears, blocks, heads. Had a blip against Shrewsbury but other than that I think he's been one of our best performers. I think one of my main concerns is that while Ledson and Ruffels are both good players in their own right, they're just too similar. We're lacking someone that can dictate the match from the middle of the park, like Lundstrum often would. I think Rothwell can do it, but think he's better further up the pitch. Perhaps Mowatt will be ther answer? Van Kessel is quite raw. I don't think we can rely on him to be a regular starter, but he's an excellent option off of the bench due to his pace and direct style. I can't see us taking up the option on the £800k, but if they're willing to let him go for less I think he could be moulded into a very good player. Ribiero has been a bit up and down. Perhaps that's too be expected after a year on the sidelines. I think yesterday was his best match, especially considering he was forced to change from CB to RB. I think he'll continue to improve. The other concern that I have is that we don't have any players in the team that can make goals out of nothing, at least not on a regular enough basis. In the promotion season we had Roofe. In the first half of last season we had Maguire, and in the second half we had MacAleny. This year, I don't think we have that type of player. I was hoping we might pick one up on deadline day. Anyway, on the whole I'm fairly positive. Just think we may be lacking a couple of 'star' players that would take us from upper mid table
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Post by christenedinjericho on Sept 3, 2017 22:23:05 GMT
Also how anyone can say they're slightly worried about Eastwood is beyond me. Our best keeper in years. He's such a calming influence on the whole team. The title of this subject is observations. I like the majority of our supporters believe that Simon Eastwood is perhaps the best keeper that OUFC has had for years but I do have a slight concern that he has recently been beaten twice from a similar left footed shot bent into the net all too easily from distance. Now- one could argue that the shot(s) have come through a crowd of legs and lower bodies and that this piece of skill the attacking player has used to shield the ball from the goalkeeper is a technique that some players have their locker, but these techno days with clubs now having all these video match analysis gurus working alongside their managers and coaches I have no doubt that this type of goal that was scored yesterday against us may well have been analysed by the MK dons video team last week highlighting (especially after the Scunthorpe game ) that this may well be a little weakness of Eastwood and of his defenders that was worth exposing? However as this is just an observation subject post I'm sure Pep and his team have already noticed this similar strike comparison and his team of goalkeeping and first team coaches will no doubt be working flat out with Eastwood and his co defenders on how to eradicate this threat. No doubt this post will get some criticism but I'm sure if Simon reads this forum (mad if any player does) he will take a lot of pride that so many of our supporters consider him as being one of the best keepers OUFC has had in years and that surprise surprise includes me and I remember most of the green shirted nutters that have graced our precious club over the years. Merry Christmas.
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Post by ontheup01 on Sept 4, 2017 7:05:29 GMT
Not sure Eastward could do much about the goal. Henry obviously should have tried to push the man wide,. Think fatigue was affecting his game at that stage. Player had too much space to move across the box. there was plenty of time for Ledson to close him down doubling up with Henry. Still easy to see after the game. Do agree they targeted our left flank as the way in. Most of the oppposition have done the same this season, Still we have one of the best defensive records in the division at this stage, Assume Pep will be concentrating on how to dictate play from midfield for 90 mins not 30 mins and General finishing. We are not too far away UP THE YELLOWS.
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