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Was travelling so only caught some of the game on radio Solent. Brilliant result and sounded like some stand-out performances particularly from Azaz, Larin and Schlott. I feared for us against Millwall so enjoying a helping of humble pie. Our midfield must have held up well even when Downes went off and with Jander to come back maybe we have enough. This is a great win and we have our mojo back so hats off to Tonda and the boys.

That's fine as long as we have a replacement lined up and can get it over the line before deadline.

Still remember the indignation and sheer arrogance of Russboy when somebody dared to question Baz's ability at a Fans Forum. Baz has been proving Russ wrong ever since.

How can you possibly know a new striker is most certainly coming before Tuesday?

Guess we'll find out soon.

So our midfield options will be Downes, Jander, JWP, Bragg and Matsuki. Very lightweight imo.

Do we think that's our business done in terms of incoming players?

Welcome back James and crossing my fingers that this move works for you and the club. Positives, free kicks, stamina, experience and commitment. Negatives for me are lack of speed to close down or make interceptions or press, we lose the height and power of Charles and JWP does have a tendency to play lots of sideways and backwards passes. I struggle to work out a midfield including James that is not going to get overpowered by more physical sides. Will be happy if he proves my negatives are unfounded and accept the majority are delighted to have him back.

I'd imagine he will be. If not I guess it'll be Bragg or Matsuki.

Peretz Bree Wood Schlott Manning Downes JWP Fellows Azaz Scienza Larin

Expecting Villa to come in with a very late take it or leave it offer knowing we'll have to accept unless we want a pissed off THB in the squad.

Is this over the line? Haven't seen the customary telephone call yet.

Unfortunately our midfield options are very limited and that will probably mean 3 relatively easy points for a powerful Millwall side.

Happy with this signing and hope to see him starting regularly asap because we need a solid centre back to steady the ship. Hope we sign a second one to help limit Capn Jack's appearances.

Ah well, welcome home James. Prepared to give him a chance but will not be surprised if this proves to be a mistake.