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 wonI mean it would have been a decent result; just so happens we did better?
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?You got called out, no need to be so prickly
Would take a draw
Keeper had a very good game tbf. Hes getting better now he has settled in.You know reflecting on last night, really impressed with how solid we were for the majority of the game.
The scoring has been there pretty much all season, but defensively last two games, we’ve really come on.
Very quick to close space, support from the wings and compact in shape. Imagine our pressing numbers are very good
Watch Bobby Thomas when we clear the shot that hit the post and then hit RushworthI Absolutly loved the defensive work last night, much more desire to block/ get 2nd balls and die to stop ball going in. They loved it
Rushworth excellent saves late on / defensive unit so much better, think back 12 months was horrific.
Never worried about goals and fact we are scoring from all angles is just brilliant.
wright classic striker, not great game, touch heavy - bags 2 - lovely stuff.
Very suprised at Norwich, I thought they'd be doing much better, long may their poor form last!It's ironic so far this season that both Millwall and Norwich have such a poor home record so far .
I think Millwall will end up struggling this season.
Norwich have the early warning signs about them to be honest. Playing badly, results not much better.Think they’ll get it sorted to finish top half. Have a fair few injuries
They looked better than Norwich & Brum for sure
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?Norwich have the early warning signs about them to be honest. Playing badly, results not much better.
Eerrm, there’s only one side more top than us, Middlesbrough, and we have a good record against them.You may be right but I'd just wait until we play a top side,is there such a side exist?
It's going to be fun finding out.
If Simms continues his improvement Sargent won't be needed. Hamer however...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?
Why would we bail Norwich out anyway.If Simms continues his improvement Sargent won't be needed. Hamer however...
Tactics and formations bit beyond me to be honest, but would that allow Grimes to push up more?Hope Torp is not too bad. May have to have 5 at the back on Saturday if he is out too. Maybe that was partly Lampard's thinking tonight with the formation change
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.Tactics and formations bit beyond me to be honest, but would that allow Grimes to push up more?
Great result and performance last night by players and fans. Hope for the same vs Wednesday then a chance for Torp and others to rest and get fit. Must be the first time I recall welcoming an international break!
One gripe about last night is that the support weren't quite in full voice. Not quite the partisan end and songs struggled to get songs going. A general issue for midweek games in London...
I blame 2 tier kier , sorry 2 tier terrace as the lower tier was singing one song and the upper tier was singing anotherOne gripe about last night is that the support weren't quite in full voice. Not quite the partisan end and songs struggled to get songs going. A general issue for midweek games in London...
Splinter group formationIt was so easy we even let the crossbar join in for the 3rd
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