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That was down to Will Still who made it clear in his press conference that we were going to be direct which resulted in us banging a series of long balls to no one in particular from the first whistle. It really was a strange approach to such a big game.

Luck tomorrow won't do us any good at all 🙂

He mentioned keeping the ball on the ground twice which leads me to think Stewart will not play from the start. It also leads me to think he will revert to 3 centre backs. Two big mistakes if it pans out that way in my opinion.

Think we need 14 to get to 50.

So what's he waiting for?

But my point is that you said Solak is the sole share holder.

How does this work if the player passing the ball is behind the intended recipient?

Of course they did - doesn't mean you can use it as proof that formation changes make no difference.

Or if Azaz doesn't miss a tap in and Scienza doesn't put an easy header straight at the 'keeper. Easy to be selective to suit your own agenda. The formation made a difference with less sideways negative passing between 3 centre backs, two wide men hugging the touchline, an extra body in midfield and Stewart leading the line winning headers and holding the ball up. It wasn't perfect but stick with it and we'll get better. You carry on going on about formations making no difference, it's an opinion you're entitled to but one that's clearly not shared by the majority - and I get that you won't be at all bothered by that.

Fellows is very tricky but we need him to start scoring some goals. He has the ability to get within shooting distance but always seems to just thrash at the ball. Needs to show a lot more composure and he'll start banging a few in. Get Le Tiss in to teach him how to strike the ball cleanly and accurately 🙂

Fair point but there have been reports that AA wants a move. I'm happy for us to keep him but we must sign or loan a big striker this window to help spread the load with Stewart. I wouldn't be adverse to having AA play just off Stewart as I think he'd profit from his hold up play and flick ons. Maybe sell Archer instead.

Not 100% sure you are correct as you make no mention of Katharina Liebherr. Unless I'm mistaken she still has a part share of the club or has that changed?

After winning today would take a point to be honest.

Ings looked on the heavy side to me - think he's past it now.

I'd sell him this window if we can identify a big strong centre forward. Stewart showed we are a different side with a decent guy leading the line, holding the ball up and winning headers. We can't rely on him alone though so another of his type to share the load would make us stronger in my book.