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Post by Pedro on Feb 25, 2015 20:24:54 GMT
Amazing to me that NL managed to psych them all up after the abysmal performance at Nottingham. I listened to the whole game on Tower FM and was very impressed apart from the goal. The last 10 minutes or so we had them rattled, so bring on Brighton! www.bwfc.co.uk/news/article/match-highlights-middlesbrough-v-bolton-2295198.aspxFrom BBC: Possession55% 45% Middlesbrough Bolton Wanderers Shots 11 13 On target 2 4 Corners 8 6 Fouls 16 16
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Post by greydad on Feb 27, 2015 0:18:09 GMT
I was unable to attend the Forest game, but went to 'Boro, and was certainly in a more optimistic frame of mind at the end of the game than before Kick-Off. The first half was indeed somewhat lacklustre, but for all the possession ceded to Boro the half was defined by one defence splitting pass that saw our central pair out-thought and out-paced for the goal. The second half was far better for BWFC, both in terms of possession and general play. Amos bore no responsibility for the goal, and was exemplary in terms of his handling and overall awareness...at least one catch and a powerful punch from particular crosses displayed a refreshing aptitude to get amongst the bodies in the area, and his distribution was positive on the whole. Moxey had a far more solid game than has been the case when previously utilised as an out and out full back, and Wheater was good throughout, notwithstanding the goal, which did not come as a great surprise given Dervite's uneven first half display... he improved considerably after the break, as did the midfield, who played much more as a unit. Clough showed an almost immediate awareness of Heskey's headed flicks into the channels, and on another night might have translated this awareness into at least one goal. His and ALF's introduction encouraged a late onslaught similar to a number we have been on the receiving end of all too often , but it would surely be difficult in terms of balance in midfield to have Heskey, Clough and ALF playing as a front 3 other than as a means of chasing a game ( although given the last 10 minutes on Tuesday it would be a vey exciting prospect!). To omit one, other or both of the latter pair seems unfair given their attributes, but Heskey was a genuine outlet, and at times a very productive one. If the defensive and midfield performances attained in Tuesday's second half can be at least matched with some consistency over the next few weeks, then the attacking permutations available ought to help provide a platform for improved results and the comfort of mid-table security...given the situation before NL's appointment that would be a great relief to at least one supporter!
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Post by joanna on Feb 27, 2015 9:51:50 GMT
Excellent first post, greydad! Welcome!
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Post by realtrottersforever on Feb 27, 2015 11:25:13 GMT
As Joanna said, welcome greydad, and an excellent, balanced first post. Looking forward to more.
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