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Wilson 6 MVE 6 Thomas 7 McFadzean 7 Ladibeudiere 7 Da Silva 6 Eccles 7 Sheaf 7.5 motm Sakamota 7 Wright 6 Godden 7 Kelly 6 Simms 5

I think he holds onto the ball too long, inviting pressure, when there is opportunity to pass it quicker.

Swansea were poor. Should have got more but lacking of much creativity. Very early days but Wright and Simms do not look anywhere near their price. On 95 minutes Godden was chasing down the ball, Simms wasn't!

How we miss Hamer in a game like this. We look very predictable. Sakamota's first touch is sublime but would like him to be a bit more direct on occasions. VE having a better game.

Saw him play at the end of the season. What stood out was his talking. He was the main communicator on the pitch and organiser.

Interesting comments on Latibeudiere and Da Silva. I felt we were vulnerable down that side first and second half. I agree they have good qualities but Lati was beaten a few times and made a slightly rash challenge whilst on a yellow. Da Silva got caught on the ball a couple of times and played...

Wilson 7 Milan 6 Thomas 8 McFadzean 8 Lati 6 Da Silva 6 Eccles 8 Sheaf 9 motm Palmer 7 Simms 6 Godden 8 Wright 7 Tats 7 Kelly 6 Bidwell 6 Andrews na

Great result, though I don't think we will face many teams as poor as Middlesbrough. Wright looks sharp and quick. Him and Godden look good together. Eccles and Sheaf excellent. Good use of subs today. Kelly and Bidwell did what was needed defensively.

Need to get Binks on for Lati. Looking nervy since his yellow

Very impressed with Sheaf and Eccles in the middle. Back 3 look good too. Simms needs a goal to settle I feel. Would like to see Milan hit the byline now and again. Maybe not quite up to speed.

Saw Stretton play at the end of last season. Obviously a massive step up and unlikely to feature, however he looked to have some quality about him.

Surprised. With a paper thin squad he would be useful on the bench and maybe breaking through. He provides pace and versatility. Hopefully he will be a regular starter for them because I would much prefer him being on our bench than theirs.

At least Godden had two of his shots on target and movement was excellent. Simms was truly awful first half. Passing, touch and decision making were nowhere near the standard. He was better second half but not impressed so far.

Wilson 8 Eccles 6.5 Thomas 8.5 McFadzean 8 Joel 7.5 Da Silva 6.5 Sheaf 7 Hamer 9 motm Palmer 8 Godden 6 Simms 5 VE 5 Wright 7 Kelly 7

Encouraging signs. Back 3 have been very good, especially Bobby Thomas. He has been superb. Simms is struggling. Would be thinking of Wright if things don't improve. Eccles caught out a few times too but tough opponent. Hamer's passing is effortless. Nice to see Wilson looking strong.

If fit, Wilson. The way Collins played today, I can imagine going back a few seasons where we overplayed at the back and looked very shaky. Collins' distribution today was awful (luckily the open goal was missed) and he spilled a shot which could have led to another.

Only one game but I was disappointed in what I saw from Simms and Collins. Ladibieure looked much better on the right. Burroughs looks better going forward than backwards. Palmer was a class above, as was Hamer and Sheaf. Bink's looked very comfortable. Eccles did well in midfield. Godden's...

Has Burroughs and Eghosa gone to wingbacks with Eccles moved to midfield?

Would have thought Burroughs might have started at wingback instead of Tats or Eccles as you would expect that will be his position. I hope Da Silva has nothing more than a niggle.

I haven't noticed him in any pre-season photos, not even in those who are not in full training. Anyone know if he is injured, ill or just been given extra time off?