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Haven't seen any hysteria just people pointing out that, in their view, it didn't work and was a contributing factor to a disappointing display and defeat.

Yeah but looking along the line to make sure you stay onside in the position he was in is really basis schoolboy stuff. No excuse. Different if trying to play on the shoulder of a centre half through the middle - wide left no excuse.

If so that is not acceptable. We know we start 4 points behind so we should have been the best prepared side in the division.

We must make a fast start with no walking football. Get at them and dont allow them time to settle.

Is he fast because my impression so far is that he's a bit slow.

Yeah, I noticed that. No excuse for him to stray offside there and he ruined a good attacking situation. Not a good sign but hopefully the coaching staff will have had a word in his ear about that.

Who gives a shit. This should act as a motivator.

Azaz, Leo and Fellows are our brightest, most creative players and they must start this game in their usual positions. The experiment to play Leo in the middle didn't work and we missed the probing of Azaz and runs of Fellows from the start. Get them in the side and we'll be able to hurt teams much more than on Sunday.

Reading between the lines the lad wanted a permanent move to test himself regularly in an EFL side. Good luck to him.

It is unlikely Jander will go straight into the side even if fit. Bench at best would be my guess.

Not so much 'sway' as reaffirm.

Good player who would fit our style. Would be good alongside Downes or Jander with Azaz in front. He can spot mid/long range passes and execute them superbly. Good on corners and free kicks. Get him signed.

Agree.

You were happy with how Stephens performed?

It was warm for both sides and the first game of the season. You might want to watch the highlights of the 2nd goal - Stephens was available to backtrack but chose to hold his position in the middle despite us having enough cover there. He then decided to try to close the guy down when it was far too late. Horrific defending from an experienced player who should know better.