02 Dec 2024 08:54:55
As I asked yesterday. But got no response.
Is there anybody out there that thinks there is collectively a better team in this league. Not individuals. A team.
The answer is no.
Sooooooooo ???
02 Dec 2024 10:09:07
Thought I had sort of answered Aus, but here is my two pennies worth.
I do not believe there is a better squad in the league than ours, BUT irrespective of whether you believe this league is weaker, stronger the same as last year there are some significant differences.
It’s more cagey than last season, with the lowest number of goals scored for many a season and we know from our own defeats and the manner of the defeats in the games against Burnley Millwall and Blackburn with the dreaded 1-0 loss, it is incredibly difficult to score against packed defences once they have nicked the lead.
Then, my second point is Ampadu, who historically for me, along with Rutter, potentially Rodon are players no team can afford to lose without being significantly impacted, of course I cannot be sure but I don’t see us losing these games with Ampadu on the pitch.
Which probably brings us to your original point, if it isn’t the squad, then it has to be the manager?
I would imagine the 49ers are watching carefully as they would have hoped we would be comfortably ahead in the league by now, but this league is the toughest of all and the margins are so fine, and overall I do not believe Farke warrants the level of criticism he receives, but you have to say in relation to squad rotation and substitutes oh and his continued playing of BA doesn’t make for good PR just now.
We still do not have a 10 but neither do Sunderland or Burnley, but we definitely lack a free flowing scorer of goals, (Piroe can score but is as mobile as a fridge) so January is a must for someone (Evan Ferguson) to add goals, but that’s down to 49ers not Farke.
It’s never enjoyable to lose, but I think we have to hold our nerve and Christmas and especially the Boro game will show us and the board whether we truly need to consider a change of coach, but the chances of getting the right person, are slim at best.
Unfortunately, (irony) with my love of Championship football I still firmly believe we will be promoted this Season.
02 Dec 2024 10:15:55
There is not one better this season ; only Sheff Utd come very close to being as gòod let alone better collectively
(All four teams that finished 1st to 4th last season are better)
02 Dec 2024 10:47:09
I don't know how we can look at an 18 GD and put our failings on the CF and CAM.
BA gets a lot of stick but his stats aren't worse than Piroe, except his goal scoring.
Farke has a mint plan A bit his plan B falls short. While he shoulders most responsibility, he isn't the reason why we lose games.
For me, it's simple. We lack inspiration, a figure to rally around and fight with/ for. Guilovogi inspired us to a win, if the Swansea half-time talk rumour is to be believed.
02 Dec 2024 11:19:15
MOT Plan B? What's that then? When did Farke deploy it?
There is no Plan B.
02 Dec 2024 11:37:17
What Geurgey bro said.
02 Dec 2024 12:42:56
we have a very good squad but still lack some key players - most notably a CAM and striker. without those two we will continue to struggle against the low block and results like Blackburn will continue to happen. Also, our defence is nowhere near as good as we like to think it is.
02 Dec 2024 15:36:35
Due to Leeds having a lot of possession in Champo our gk and defence hasn't a lot to do in some matches.
But the mere thought of in particular Meslier, Firpo and Bogle . and to a lesser degree Rodon and Struick in EPL . Hmmm.
02 Dec 2024 16:10:25
George,
His plan B is the same as Plan A, but with different names on the pitch.
02 Dec 2024 17:25:57
We need 9 points from the next 3 games. The Boro' game will tell us a lot.
02 Dec 2024 19:33:23
Alf n Baz bang on regarding our defense. It’s not the best but mainly due to the two FBs being not great at defending. However Firpo and Bogle are integral to our attacking play and with Amps and Gruev being injured the heart of the defense is not as strong. When Amps returns I expect him to start alongside Tanaka which should make us stronger defensively.
I’m actually surprised G man not getting any starts especially away from home?
02 Dec 2024 20:56:54
Agreed Corkster. why the eck is Farke not giving G Man more game time esp. away from home
Away form One win two draws and 2 defeats isn't getting dis club promoted . no way.
03 Dec 2024 07:55:08
Look at the away form table for the season Baz………. it’s not as bad as you make out.
03 Dec 2024 10:56:15
13 points out of 27 is pathetic Brighteth. For a team aspiring top 2 .
03 Dec 2024 17:17:52
Baz Think pathetic too harsh a term but it is under par. We need to improve immediately.