Written by kirsikka
With security all however mathematically secured, the massive query was whether or not GON may encourage the identical starvation within the crew that they’ve proven in latest weeks, West Ham aside when scrapping for survival. After the demolition of Leeds, it appeared truthful sufficient to maintain the identical beginning XI.
We’ve got a conundrum wrapped inside a left (wing) again function to resolve. Zemura at all times regarded respectable going ahead however was suspect defensively. When Kelly performed there, he didn’t get ahead sufficient and the crew regarded a lot much less potent consequently. Vina appears to be within the Zemura function, solely higher. I believe his attacking play is much more harmful and he has a real eye for objective. Nevertheless, I stated earlier than I’d but to be satisfied by his defensive work and yesterday compounded that. His winger repeatedly had him on toast.
I believe what we determine to do with him will inform us lots in regards to the path GON needs to go. Except we stumble throughout a diamond, the fact is we’ll at all times need to make a trade-off someplace with a participant on this place. If we signal Vina, then it’s an indication that we intend to try to assault extra sooner or later. If, as mooted on right here beforehand, we cross up on him and take a look at another person it’s a sign that the defensive aspect of the sport is being sought as extra vital.
In some methods, it’s laborious to not disagree with that contemplating our goal-scoring document this yr is definitely fairly respectable, regardless of the barrage of criticism aimed on the man who leads our line. We’re presently ranked thirteenth on targets scored. Whereas we’re a catastrophe wrapped inside a shitshow on the again, ranked nineteenth for targets conceded. And but, I nonetheless hope we go for Vina. He has the joy issue to his play that may get you in your ft.
Transferring onto the sport in additional basic phrases, we stood toe to toe with Chelsea and exchanged punches. They’d extra of the ball, we had the higher possibilities. It was a contest the place we competed with them as equals and took all of them the way in which. One that might have gone both means, however sadly for us it wasn’t our day. I’m not too upset at that as try this ten instances you’ll seemingly get as many wins as losses. Admittedly, they’re a multitude with a hilariously incompetent supervisor in cost however in addition they have some unimaginable people. So to take them on and never merely shut up store was encouraging.
The penalty shout was… effectively, it wasn’t probably the most egregious of those not given to us this season however I by no means for a second thought we’d get it. After the match, I used to be requested by a Chelsea supporting good friend if a crew has ever gone by way of a Premier League season with out being awarded a penalty. It’s a very good query, anybody care to dig out the reply? In need of one in every of our remaining opponents choosing William Webb Ellis in defence, I don’t see how we’re going to get one. Even then VAR would in all probability rule in opposition to us. So it’d turn into our personal little piece of historical past. In truth, I virtually don’t need us to get one now so the stat continues to face out as so surprising and isn’t brushed away with a pointless pen in a recreation that now not issues.
I’d additionally have an interest within the stat for probably the most targets conceded to set items in a Premier League season. If we haven’t already secured it, we should be closing in quick. Nearly in joking, I urged a number of months again that we get Pulis in as a advisor to organise the defensive set items. With the caveat that he was evaded every part else.
I believe he nonetheless lives domestically, proper? He’ll clearly see himself as a supervisor however I don’t suppose anybody goes to return knocking once more. Subsequently a giant provide may tempt him. Provide him 1,000,000 primary with 1,000,000 bonus if he retains targets conceded from set items under ten subsequent season. He’ll drill them to inside an inch of their life, terrify them into getting it proper, and if we let in twenty fewer targets we’re comfortably midtable so it’s £2 million effectively invested. A loopy and silly concept? In all probability, but it surely’d be a rattling sight higher than what we’ve presently acquired happening.
So sure, one other set-piece objective was conceded. Ho and certainly hum.
We pulled out one other of the classics, with Smith getting achieved to a cross. Not fairly the again publish this time however all the identical it nonetheless resulted in a objective. He’s by no means going to be taught that at this stage in his profession so I assume we merely have to simply accept it as a concession to enjoying him. He nonetheless provides lots, and I might assume with Stacey undoubtedly off in the summertime he’ll have some new competitors for his place to reach over the approaching months.
Our objective was a factor of magnificence. Genuinely one you may watch and rewatch repeatedly. If that’s the sample of play GON needs to instill in our assaults then I’m all for it. Great.
When Sterling got here on I used to be anticipating him to attain, however as an alternative, it turned out he was utilizing some sort of magic that attracted all our gamers in his path however prevented any of them from attempting to deal with him. Kelly presumably being the worst proponent, leaving Felix to repair it for a objective that closed the sport out.
So, a defeat however after latest outcomes, not an particularly damaging one. We regarded good in patches, we regarded susceptible in patches. We didn’t look outclassed although.
—– Optimistic Performances —–
Vina (going ahead) – Seems to be harmful and that was a really tidy end contemplating it was along with his proper foot.
Rothwell – Has been the glue that caught the crew collectively in latest weeks.
—– Room for Enchancment —–
Vina (defensively) – Appeared to be fairly uncovered. If we deliver him in completely it’s one thing to work on, and one thing we might have to have a look at tactically how we will help him.
Neto – Is he coaching with Mr Miyagi? It’s been one week on, one week off currently. Wonderful final day out, uncertain and a contact weak this time. Perhaps he ought to keep in mind one of many karate grasp’s sayings, “It’s okay to lose to opponent! Should not lose to concern!” as yesterday he regarded scared to return for something.
—– GON Watch —–
I don’t actually have too many complaints about that efficiency. He set us up effectively, completely happy to allow them to have extra of the ball however not fully dominate the sport. It felt like a way more balanced method to a recreation like this, though you might argue that was as a lot to do with their kind and insecurity. Nonetheless, I’d desire to present GON the credit score. Hopefully, we see extra performances like this in opposition to the six, beginning with Man Utd in a few weeks.
I’ll bang the drum on set items once more. I’ve made my level above, and I don’t care if the Pulis concept is ridiculous and to be dismissed out of hand. One thing should be achieved. The underside 9 this season was an madness we’re unlikely to see repeated subsequent yr. Nevertheless, if we repeat our weak spot as set items then we’re going to battle. Optimistic motion is required on the teaching entrance. Extra of the identical isn’t the reply.
GON can rightly level to VAR as an entire piss-take by way of the entire season., at each ends. In truth, he ought to. Loudly and repeatedly or it received’t change. It’s time to take a stand and settle for the wonderful and censure from the FA because it’s acquired to the purpose the place if we don’t begin kicking down the interview background sponsor board in frustration then it will likely be glossed over and ignored as a result of “it’s solely Bournemouth”. Nevertheless, do one thing that upsets the sponsors and other people pays consideration fairly shortly.
An honest day on the workplace for GON, common complaints however, even when the end result didn’t go our means.
Man of the match in opposition to Chelsea
Vina
O. Dango
Christie
Senesi
Billing
Lerma
Neto
Another person
Your say…
desk wrote…
I assumed we performed some good entertaining soccer yesterday, Gary O’Neil is beginning to get us enjoying some fantastic one-touch soccer. With the sit-back model of soccer, we’re reliant on taking the clear-cut possibilities we create, it’s the distinction between 4-1 in opposition to Leeds and 1-3 in opposition to Chelsea. I’m more than happy with the progress GON is making, there are issues that may be improved, and errors to be ironed out, I’m positive he’s conscious of that greater than I’m however he’s steadily getting it achieved : )
He’s solely had one switch window, no pre-season ( that was the Parker Posse area ) in cost. I believe he’ll be judged by Invoice Foley round Christmas time, I for one hope he’s judged as “excellent” as a result of that’ll imply my membership are doing bloody effectively : )
If we keep up on the Eddie common of 42 factors, that’s good : )
If “They” go down and we keep up with an Eddie common, that’s bloody satisfying and virtually all we needed ( no less than it was about 10 matches in the past ) : )
In different information, had a hotdog, very a lot improved on earlier efforts. The pies and burgers have additionally had an improve : )
Nicely achieved to the Halftime quizzers and the under-18s on their trophy win : )
Appreciated the Chelsea ironic chants “We’re staying up”, and “How shot should you be, we’re successful away” : ) – To affix the dialog, click on right here.
