He thinks predicting a win is a major gotcha as he rarely gets them. Not sure why he's windmilling at people on here as if they'll be upset that we've won
It was the comprehensive win I thought we'd get, i never doubted for 1 minute we wouldn't get the win, even without mason- Clark and Rudoni. I've watched Millwall a couple of times recently, and although you have a good midfield, you are lacking a cutting edge upfront and your defence is very poor. (No offence)Christ, we’re not even Alan Brazil 2025 vintage!
Having said that, we’ve hardly been mid table fodder these past few seasons, having finished 4 times in 8th position since our return to the Championship (with this being our 9th consecutive season in this division).
Our problem this season was our early home form. Losing to Boro 3-0 sounds bad, until you realise it was only 1-0 to them by the 87th minute. Their 2nd goal was a result of our players pushing forward a bit recklessly to get the equaliser and the 3rd went in during the last minute (of 7) in injury time.
Wrexham were an awful team to play against, but two poor mistakes from our keeper gifted them the 3 points. Of course our nemesis, Kiefer Moore, who always scores against us (regardless of who he plays for) got their first and it was all downhill after that.
We were poor against a poor Watford side in the 1st half at the Den (even though we took the lead after 10 minutes) and then took the game to them in the 2nd half, riding our luck a couple of times but our stalwart defence stood firm and we finished with a 1-0 victory.
We’ve had injuries to key players since our first game of the season, when we beat Norwich City 2-1 (our first victory there since 1958) and we’ve had the likes of Doughty, Azeez and Cundle missing for us over the 7 games we’ve played so far, but it’s looking likely that Cundle will be back to play against you, and possibly Azeez as well, so that will be 2 plus points in our favour.
I think it will be a tough game for both sides. If, on the Tuesday night Stoke were somehow able to beat Boro, Bristol City were somehow able to beat Ipswich and Preston beat Hull (can’t see Wrexham beating Leicester) then you will have dropped 5 places to 7th by the time you play us the following evening.
Lose to us and you’d drop a further place to 8th and we’d be 1 point and 1 place above you. Yes, it’s a tall order for Stoke and Bristol to win (not so Preston) but it could happen. Fat Frank will be well aware of this scenario playing out, so he‘ll know the importance of a win against us will keep you in 2nd place (regardless if Stoke, Bristol, Leicester and Preston have already beaten their opponents).
My heart says a hard fought 1-0 Watford style win for us, but if we’re playing you like we did against Wrexham, my head says a 3-0 Birmingham style win for you. A draw unfortunately isn’t good enough for either of us.
It's ironic so far this season that both Millwall and Norwich have such a poor home record so far .It was the comprehensive win I thought we'd get, i never doubted for 1 minute we wouldn't get the win, even without mason- Clark and Rudoni. I've watched Millwall a couple of times recently, and although you have a good midfield, you are lacking a cutting edge upfront and your defence is very poor. (No offence)
Looking at the first 2 goals, BTA picked the defenders pocket, and even when he was pushed wide he crossed to Wright who was completely unmarked for a tap in.
And Wright had the freedom of London to head in his second, there wasn't even a defender in the same post code! How could you not mark the Championships top goal scorer?
The third goal came after 3 free headers in your own box ffs???
And the fourth was just a piss take.
You created enough chances to of scored 2 or 3 goals, but that only highlights where your deficiencies are. Its easy to be wise after the event, so im glad I was so bullish before kick off.
If you sort your defence out you could still have a decent season, I wish you good luck for the rest of the season, and I'd love to see you guys take points off Leicester and Brum
You got called out, no need to be so pricklyHe thinks predicting a win is a major gotcha as he rarely gets them. Not sure why he's windmilling at people on here as if they'll be upset that we've won
Point still stands we shouldn't get cocky, pride comes before a fall, just ask those wankers at Blues.
Called out for what?
Keeper had a very good game tbf. Hes getting better now he has settled in.
Watch Bobby Thomas when we clear the shot that hit the post and then hit Rushworth
Very suprised at Norwich, I thought they'd be doing much better, long may their poor form last!
Norwich have the early warning signs about them to be honest. Playing badly, results not much better.
Even having Sargent isn't doing much for them this time, much like the Blunts and Hamer. January bids for both when their clubs are both in relegation scraps?
Eerrm, there’s only one side more top than us, Middlesbrough, and we have a good record against them.
If Simms continues his improvement Sargent won't be needed. Hamer however...
Why would we bail Norwich out anyway.
Tactics and formations bit beyond me to be honest, but would that allow Grimes to push up more?
Allows players to rest and get back to fitness, but can also spoil momentum. On balance I agree it's coming at a good time though.
I blame 2 tier kier , sorry 2 tier terrace as the lower tier was singing one song and the upper tier was singing another
Splinter group formationIt was so easy we even let the crossbar join in for the 3rd
It does feel different, you're right. I can't remember a Cov team that fight and work as hard as this team have over a number of games
Atmosphere last night was great, I was in top tier side near scoreboard and singing all around us was non stop. Almost as good as Fulham away 1-3 back in 2022.
Good job last night. Professional performance. 4 decent goals, good performances from most and a great 3 points after the results from Tues night.
Defo Houchen 87 vibes from Hajis 2nd. Great cross and great header. I remember when we signed him, there was a header from a highlights reel that was similar and I've been waiting for some of that and last night it happened. He's such an effective player.
And cheers to whoever suggested parking at Asda
