Match Thread Norwich City - Coventry City Match Thread - Monday 26th Jan (26 Viewers)

[jto123]

What we'll lose because we had 3 of our first choice back 4 unable to start?

No, I just think away games in the evening are tough as that game proved. That said, I wouldn’t say our first pick defence is particularly strong at the moment.

 

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[Hincha]

Rushworth
MVE Thomas Kitch JDS
Grimes Eccles Torp
Esse BTA EMC
Wright

Rudoni still isn't back to his pre-injury self and needs some more time off. If BTA isn't fit to start, put Esse in the 10 and start Saka out wide for me

Gives us a million options off the bench if required too

Are we sneaking BTA on and hoping nobody notices?

 

[Jamesimus]

We still have a better team than them, if we play as we should we should beat them.

I don’t disagree!

 

[David O'Day]

No, I just think away games in the evening are tough as that game proved. That said, I wouldn’t say our first pick defence is particularly strong at the moment.

Well you said it would go like the Wrexham away game which we lost mainly because we had MvE, Thomas and JDS not able to start.

 

[Jamesimus]

Rushworth
MVE Thomas Kitch JDS
Grimes Eccles Torp
Esse BTA EMC
Wright

To be honest, this is the best line up I’ve seen on the thread so far. Hopefully the officials can’t count.

 

[Otis]

Are we sneaking BTA on and hoping nobody notices?

If we're sneaking someone on, the least likely to be noticed would be Jay Dasilva, you would have thought.

 

[SkyBluePower]

Would have thought Thomas straight back in and then the same side as started v Millwall. Lampard usually sticks with a winning team although took a gamble starting Wright over Simms and was correct to do so.

 

[Jamesimus]

If we're sneaking someone on, the least likely to be noticed would be Jay Dasilva, you would have thought.

If we’re in the hot coral kit we can just say he’s a training cone.

 

[jto123]

Well you said it would go like the Wrexham away game which we lost mainly because we had MvE, Thomas and JDS not able to start.

And I’m saying even with that I think it will be tough and my hunch is we’ll lose. Hope I’m wrong of course.

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

No, I just think away games in the evening are tough as that game proved. That said, I wouldn’t say our first pick defence is particularly strong at the moment.

We have won as many away games in the evening as we have 'during the day'.

 

[jto123]

We have won as many away games in the evening as we have 'during the day'.

Yep. Still think evening games are harder especially if Ipswich and Boro win in the days before.

 

[StrettoBoy]

I'll be glad when KKH is fit again because I think MVE has looked tired in some of our recent games, which is hardly surprising given how many minutes he has played.

I'm not suggesting we start with KKH but it would be good if we have the option of substituting MVE around the hour mark if it suits the match situation.

A draw would be a decent result from this one.

 

[Chris1987]

I’d be thinking about dropping Rudoni before i think about dropping EMC

Without doubt

 

[SomersetSB]

We owe them for the most disgusting performance by an away team ever in Coventry.
We should give it back to them.

 

[alexccfc99]

We owe them for the most disgusting performance by an away team ever in Coventry.
We should give it back to them.

God I have only just remembered that - Usually I am of the opinion of you get what you deserve in football, but if we had lost that game it would have been an absolute travesty

You could tell from that game alone that Manning wouldn't be there long

 

[Matt Grimes' Beard]

Our's and Norwich's form has been remarkably similar over the last 11 game weeks. They have matched us exactly with the exception of GW25 (Jan 1st) which was a draw for us at Charlton whereas they beat QPR.

This has got Draw written all over it.

 

[Mcbean]

There was more time spent on the ground rolling around than play

 

[Gibbo]

If BTA's fitness is up to it, and it's a big if, then he replaces Rudoni.

Failing that Rudoni is firmly told to stay more central and support Torp or Eccles more.

Prefer Torp to Eccles but it is not a deal breaker

EMC told to really go for it on the basis that he will be replaced by Yang after 60-70.

Saka to get the nod over Esse as he is better at tracking back to cover MVE but the usual substitution at 70 mins.

Thomas back in

 

[Dougin]

I would suggest having a real go at these straight from the kick off. They have had a couple of good results recently but confidence will still be fragile if we get an early goal.

What we definately cant do is start slow and go defensivley, it will end bad.

 

[edgy]

We've just won 2 toughish home games on the bounce, addressing the "wheels are off" train of thought. Norwich despite having a recent up turn in form, are still amongst the worst performers at home and have infact lost their last 2 at home without scoring.

It's not a scary fixture, it's a winnable one with our squad reinforced, back to full strength, strikers back to scoring and fitness levels improving. If we can tighten up at the back a tad, the winning runs will return.

 

[Sky Blue Pete]

We've just won 2 toughish home games on the bounce, addressing the "wheels are off" train of thought. Norwich despite having a recent up turn in form, are still amongst the worst performers at home and have infact lost their last 2 at home without scoring.

It's not a scary fixture, it's a winnable one with our squad reinforced, back to full strength, strikers back to scoring and fitness levels improving. If we can tighten up at the back a tad, the winning runs will return.

Hope so

 

[Skyblueabo1111]

We're top of the league, 8 points clear of 3rd. Scored 61 goals and they have a minus 5 goal difference. They should be shitting there selves at the very thought of playing us. . We will win and win easy.

Not a chance this is an easy win. Hope I am wrong..watched them against Wrexham, they were excellent on the break. If we are as open as the last 2 games, we'll need a repeat of Boxing day 1977. 5 v 4

 

[Briles]

We've just won 2 toughish home games on the bounce, addressing the "wheels are off" train of thought. Norwich despite having a recent up turn in form, are still amongst the worst performers at home and have infact lost their last 2 at home without scoring.

It's not a scary fixture, it's a winnable one with our squad reinforced, back to full strength, strikers back to scoring and fitness levels improving. If we can tighten up at the back a tad, the winning runs will return.

I'm starting to think all remaining fixtures are Scary

 

[edgy]

I'm starting to think all remaining fixtures are Scary

They are to us as fans, so desperate for this to all end in glory. Got to think (hope) that the manager, coaches and players are all a bit more level headed and rational about this.

 

[Briles]

They are to us as fans, so desperate for this to all end in glory. Got to think (hope) that the manager, coaches and players are all a bit more level headed and rational about this.

Hopefully the Sargent saga knocks the dressing room a bit.

Revealed: Why Josh Sargent has vowed to quit Norwich

Josh Sargent has determined that he has played his last game for Norwich City after feeling he was disrespected in a clear the air meeting with club bosses.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[Brighton Sky Blue]

Hopefully the Sargent saga knocks the dressing room a bit.

Revealed: Why Josh Sargent has vowed to quit Norwich

Josh Sargent has determined that he has played his last game for Norwich City after feeling he was disrespected in a clear the air meeting with club bosses.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Doesn't look like it has based on performances

 

[Marty]

I have a feeling we'll draw this. Not the end of the world if it does happen. I would be tempted to give BTA a half, he looked very lively when he came on v Millwall. We look a lot more dangerous team will him on the pitch currently.

 

[sc1940]

Our current form.

Means nothing

We've just won 2 toughish home games on the bounce, addressing the "wheels are off" train of thought. Norwich despite having a recent up turn in form, are still amongst the worst performers at home and have infact lost their last 2 at home without scoring.

It's not a scary fixture, it's a winnable one with our squad reinforced, back to full strength, strikers back to scoring and fitness levels improving. If we can tighten up at the back a tad, the winning runs will return.

It's amazing how quickly form can change isn't it.

 

[edgy]

It's amazing how quickly form can change isn't it.

Correct but current form my point still remains and I'm not sure I agree with yours about current form meaning nothing.

Anyway. Onwards and hopefully upwards!

 

[ExmouthNeil]

I'm going to make a VERY bould statement...

We will get a penalty in this match.

 

[MikeyMoo]

They can't plan to sit back and play on the break at home, surely? Surely this is our chance to keep a clean sheet, defend solidly, and hit THEM on the break??

 

[Skyblueabo1111]

Tgey

They can't plan to sit back and play on the break at home, surely? Surely this is our chance to keep a clean sheet, defend solidly, and hit THEM on the break?

7 goals in 2 games, don't think they will change anything.

 

[Torquay Sky Blue]

Not a chance this is an easy win. Hope I am wrong..watched them against Wrexham, they were excellent on the break. If we are as open as the last 2 games, we'll need a repeat of Boxing day 1977. 5 v 4

I was at that game

 

[CCFC96]

Rushworth

MvE Thomas Kitching JDS

Torp Grimes

Esse BTA EMC

Wright

This reminds me of when we played Leeds/Burnley at home last year during our great run. In that, during this resurgent run, they've beaten the sides you'd on the main expect them to beat/they're at a similar talent level as. But dropped points against what you could say are tougher opponents. Would be nice to make a statement in a similar way to Leeds/Burnley and pick up a big win.

I'll say 0-2 Cov. BTA and EMC with our goals.

 

[Martw]

I was at that game

Best game I ever saw at HR