An important win. It shows we can do it when not at our best and a first win from a losing position for De Zerbi. It shows that the “Blueprint” for beating us does not guarantee the win. Bournemouth were successful in the first half when using it, but the equalizer and subs knocked the stuffing...
Hughton would sort out the defensive frailties. In fact, I’ve been deep in thought and after months of research, I have come up with this managerial formula:
(hughton + RDZ)/2 = Potter
The first goal in these games is important. I believe we have lost every game under RDZ when trailing at half time. If we score first, the other team has to think about changing tactics. If the opponent scores first, we become even more exposed chasing the equalizer. Everyone knows we’re...
In all seriousness, the rise and fall of Peter Smith was a bit strange. Joined us from non-league. Player of the season in 94/95. Then he went downhill rapidly. Seemed to completely lose his confidence. I know the rest of the team were also poor, but he was not even close to replicating his form...
Disappointing due to his form at the back end of last season. But not overly surprising. As it is, one of Pedro, Welbeck, and Ferguson will be on the bench. Due to the sheer quality (especially if Caicedo stays) and numbers that we have in midfield, I can see us playing with 5 in midfield and...
Only just saw this, and glad I did. Registered for the Xfinity live pre-game shenanigans on the 22nd. Didn’t receive a confirmation of any sort, but assuming it’s all okay!
New kits always divide opinion. Based off of NSC feedback, I thought the last home shirt was destined for low sales. So many negative comments on here. Turned out to be very popular according to the club. The new away shirt, if that’s the one, looks fabulous.
Steele 8.5 Great stops. One flap.
Veltman 8. Solid.
Webster 8.5. Excellent apart from one error at the end.
Dunk 8.5. Not much to do but really looked focused and good moving the ball around the back.
Estupinan 9. Took advantage of not having to do any defensive work. Should really have scored...