Holmes_and_Watson

Wraith

I had my doubts. But his thoughtful, in depth reinforcement made me realise that covering myself with goose fat would keep out the cold, and that the ocelots would be better at running the economy....ah heck. I've only been agreeing with his drugged up interviews, haven't I?

Not the best time to get a cough, with the upcoming strike. 🙂

I take your point about us doing better as in recent results. But overall it's two relegations with a whimper combined with numerous system, manager and squad turnover by a group who really haven't a clue, yet are still convinced by their takeover model. Thanks for these additional articles. It's another one I've a few points about. While the Dijon scoreline was high, there was nothing in that game we hadn't seen all season. Moulin is right about that. VA did manage to put together a much better passing game. But that was one match, ages ago. Apart from that they have been out drilled, out thought and out fought right across the park. Having a manager draw lines in the sand that performances ignore, indicates it could be time for another change. Not helped by the previous manager and players in the promotion hunt without having to shine too brightly. Alternatively, yet another change in recruitment responsibilities, this year's squad being told they're playing for a future with the club, and a very busy transfer window. SR's track record is dismal in such things. Only 1 club already having been ejected and 2 more who are miles off stops VA having to worry too much about yet another drop. The inclusion of a points deduction as a punishment, seems harsh. But would really be a worry. I'd even argue about the bright spots. With VA's resources, in the last 2 seasons it should not have been impossible to determine a successful system for this league, and the one above. Getting in a core of winning personalities is made easier by such a budget. Players with drive, spirit and importantly, resilience. Instead, SR went on a mission of cultural flip flopping, never understanding the key pieces needed for their puzzle. Courtet, if anything, tries too hard. It affects his actual role in the team. If others aren't showing support for him, and commitment why are conversations not taking place months ago? If he's all SR really have up front, then the system should have changed long before now. I'd have expected targets to have been identified for early window arrival. Rento looks bright because he's a sub. Having another attacker to contend with takes some opponents by surprise, as they're not troubled much. He's quick and keen. But fades quickly as there's no real support or plan for him either. El Hadary is a better player in an underperforming bunch. It's a low bar and he's not enough to make the team work. This team have shown they can play better. But the mentality to do so seems to be long gone. Getting back to that, by instilling practised team work is the manager's job.

Squirm

Source:L'Equipe: The French federation’s commission is due to meet on Thursday to decide the match’s fate, with a forfeit Sochaux win under consideration. Valenciennes have won one of their last eight and sit 13th, and could face disciplinary sanctions. The club deplored the behaviour in the stands.

Something you have in common with him. You said they were better off with Hamas.

The levels of anti-Semitism have risen since you started paying a fiver on here. Straight in to victim blame.

Thanks. Looks like my medicine cabinet is getting a contents upgrade.

I blame the Beatles

Sick

I thought I had all the stuff:Blackcurrant Lemsip, Benalyn and Vick's Vaporub. There's surely not things out there that can get past those?

My understanding, from scanning front pages, is that due to government cuts, Immigration control for skilled people and better options elsewhere, that there only is one left. 🙂

The first 5 minutes were good. We started with our usual pace, and got a few chances. It was a bit more even, but we were stronger up until AA had his penalty saved. By that point Norwich were implementing their experienced manager's plans. They pressed us at the back, while cutting off Jander, and to some extent Downes. Fraser was more of a fullback, and we really missed Fellowes today. We offered no outlet down the right. So we ended up playing a lot across the back, only to have to go long eventually. We depended almost entirely on Scienza, with Azaz back to being fairly stationary throughout, and AA back to being an isolated forward. Pretty much a team with the SR flaws built in to see. We had noone to bring on to offer something different to partner AA with, or support him. Robinson was anonymous. As usual we offer little if our main plan, which has been effective under Tonda, is shut off. Their winner might have been hand ball, but Stephens getting a foul for falling over stopped a third. Norwich were a side with injuries at the bottom of the table. But, by doing the basics and having a bit of fight were too good for us. A reality check for the manager and the players.

On my way to my parents to watch this one. More of the same please Tonda. Not that my Dad expects much from his Norwich side, but 3-0 up before half time will destroy any hope for another year.