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Post by greydad on Dec 31, 2016 23:28:18 GMT
A late post due to a marathon Pokémon monopoly game with eldest grandson....after what seemed an eternity he bankrupted both grandparents. As to the match I'm not too worried about the overall quality, the last 15-20 minutes showed just how much character P.P. has instilled in the players and, I agree with previous posters that a result was achieved today that would have been highly improbable last season. I thought Ameobi put in a decent shift ...he too suffers when a long ball game is played, but he has definitely improved his more defensive responsibilities and was able to retain possession under difficult circumstances on a number of occasions today. Wilson's withdrawal heralded a loss of shape for a while, and pressure built steadily until the inevitable equaliser, but somehow the Wanderers clawed themselves back into contention and a wonderful final 15-20 minutes ensued, highlighted by Henry's deflected winner. The team begins the New Year in 2nd place, and undoubtedly has the potential to play better...here's to a successful 2017 on and off the pitch...I won't be at Coventry, but hope they come away with 3 points..Happy New Year to everyone on the forum!
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Post by realtrottersforever on Jan 1, 2017 12:01:54 GMT
Thoroughly enjoyable game, if frustrating at times yesterday. I agree with greydad that Ameobi had a better game but he does have a tendency to overplay the ball and tries to do too much, the 'goal' they had disallowed came from him losing possession just outside the scunny penalty area. Speaking battled away endlessly in midfield, whereas, at times, Thorpe just seemed to be by-passed both going forwards and defensively. Josh Vela has been a revelation playing in a role akin to the one played by Nolan, although Vela seems to have boundless energy and covers almost every blade of grass, he's like the Scarlet Pimpernel. What a difference from the demoralised player he once was banished to the right back role. It was a shame when Wilson went off, that Derek had to be played at right back, as I was wanting him to replace Thorpe and it's definitely not the right position for him. Madine once again worked hard, not helped at all by the officials and although he missed a couple of chances, he got the assist for Vela's goal. The defence wasn't at its imperious best, being caught out a few times at set pieces, but overall performed well and Alnwick continues to command his area and had no chance with the equaliser.
A spirited team performance that proved that the game isn't over until the final whistle has been blown. Long may it continue into 2017.
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