Written by kirsikka
With security all however mathematically secured, the massive query was whether or not GON may encourage the identical starvation within the group that they’ve proven in current weeks, West Ham aside when scrapping for survival. After the demolition of Leeds, it appeared honest sufficient to maintain the identical beginning XI.
We’ve a conundrum wrapped inside a left (wing) again function to unravel. Zemura at all times seemed first rate going ahead however was suspect defensively. When Kelly performed there, he didn’t get ahead sufficient and the group seemed a lot much less potent because of this. Vina appears to be within the Zemura function, solely higher. I feel his attacking play is much more harmful and he has a real eye for purpose. 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 feel what we resolve to do with him will inform us loads in regards to the route GON desires to go. Until we stumble throughout a diamond, the fact is we’ll at all times should 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 move up on him and take a look at another person it’s a sign that the defensive facet of the sport is being sought as extra vital.
In some methods, it’s onerous to not disagree with that contemplating our goal-scoring document this yr is definitely fairly first rate, 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 thrill issue to his play that may get you in your ft.
Shifting onto the sport in additional basic phrases, we stood toe to toe with Chelsea and exchanged punches. That they had extra of the ball, we had the higher probabilities. It was a contest the place we competed with them as equals and took all of them the best way. One that would have gone both manner, however sadly for us it wasn’t our day. I’m not too upset at that as do this ten instances you’ll doubtless get as many wins as losses. Admittedly, they’re a multitude with a hilariously incompetent supervisor in cost however additionally 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 essentially 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 buddy if a group has ever gone via a Premier League season with out being awarded a penalty. It’s a superb query, anybody care to dig out the reply? In need of one in every of our remaining opponents deciding on 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 develop into our personal little piece of historical past. In truth, I nearly 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 sport that not issues.
I’d additionally have an interest within the stat for essentially the most targets conceded to set items in a Premier League season. If we haven’t already secured it, we have to be closing in quick. Virtually in joking, I advised a number of months again that we get Pulis in as a marketing consultant to organise the defensive set items. With the caveat that he was avoided every thing else.
I feel 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 an enormous provide may tempt him. Provide him one million primary with one million 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 thought? In all probability, however it’d be a rattling sight higher than what we’ve presently received happening.
So sure, one other set-piece purpose was conceded. Ho and certainly hum.
We pulled out one other of the classics, with Smith getting accomplished to a cross. Not fairly the again put up this time however all the identical it nonetheless resulted in a purpose. He’s by no means going to study that at this stage in his profession so I suppose we merely have to simply accept it as a concession to taking part in him. He nonetheless affords loads, and I’d assume with Stacey undoubtedly off in the summertime he’ll have some new competitors for his place to reach over the approaching months.
Our purpose was a factor of magnificence. Genuinely one you can watch and rewatch repeatedly. If that’s the sample of play GON desires 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 form of magic that attracted all our gamers in his route however prevented any of them from attempting to sort out him. Kelly probably being the worst proponent, leaving Felix to repair it for a purpose that closed the sport out.
So, a defeat however after current outcomes, not an particularly damaging one. We seemed good in patches, we seemed 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 together with his proper foot.
Rothwell – Has been the glue that caught the group collectively in current 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 take a look at tactically how we are able to help him.
Neto – Is he coaching with Mr Miyagi? It’s been one week on, one week off currently. Glorious final day trip, not sure and a contact weak this time. Possibly he ought to keep in mind one of many karate grasp’s sayings, “It’s okay to lose to opponent! Should not lose to worry!” as yesterday he seemed scared to return for something.
—– GON Watch —–
I don’t actually have too many complaints about that efficiency. He set us up effectively, blissful to allow them to have extra of the ball however not utterly dominate the sport. It felt like a way more balanced strategy to a sport like this, though you might argue that was as a lot to do with their kind and insecurity. Nonetheless, I’d want to offer 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 thought is ridiculous and to be dismissed out of hand. One thing have to be accomplished. The underside 9 this season was an madness we’re unlikely to see repeated subsequent yr. Nevertheless, if we repeat our weak point as set items then we’re going to wrestle. Optimistic motion is required on the teaching entrance. Extra of the identical is just not the reply.
GON can rightly level to VAR as a whole piss-take via 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 high quality and censure from the FA because it’s received to the purpose the place if we don’t begin kicking down the interview background sponsor board in frustration then will probably be glossed over and ignored as a result of “it’s solely Bournemouth”. Nevertheless, do one thing that upsets the sponsors and folks can pay consideration fairly shortly.
An honest day on the workplace for GON, common complaints however, even when the end result didn’t go our manner.
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 taking part in some fantastic one-touch soccer. With the sit-back type of soccer, we’re reliant on taking the clear-cut probabilities we create, it’s the distinction between 4-1 in opposition to Leeds and 1-3 in opposition to Chelsea. I’m very happy with the progress GON is making, there are issues that may be improved, and errors to be ironed out, I’m certain he’s conscious of that greater than I’m however he’s step by step getting it accomplished : )
He’s solely had one switch window, no pre-season ( that was the Parker Posse area ) in cost. I feel 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 nearly all we wished ( at the very least 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 : )
Effectively accomplished to the Halftime quizzers and the under-18s on their trophy win : )
Favored the Chelsea ironic chants “We’re staying up”, and “How shot should you be, we’re successful away” : ) – To hitch the dialog, click on right here.
