I will stick to my prediction 2-0 Reds - there were signs towards the end of that half that they are struggling at the back with the press - and there is more to come on 60 minutes - I think the gaps will open up - lets see
No quality from either side. Defences comfortably on top. And the strengthening wind will only make things worse.
First half analysis. Poor pitch, poor weather, poor football, poor game You could probably remove the r from poor and it would still be apt and childish
The disappointing thing about playing into the wind is that Dike's next volleyed goal will only be clocked at 200mph
I don't think we've played too bad in these conditions, the only decent football has come from us, some of their players look as if they don't want the ball.
Concerned we’re going to get caught out with the long ball this half if as it seems they’ll be playing with the wind. Their keeper has a long kick, made even longer by the fact that on a couple of occasions he’s been a yard outside the area when he kicks the ball out of his hands. Brad’s going to have to be very careful in that sweeper keeper role 2nd half. Need to cut out the needless fouls as well
My take is this We were great at the press and everyone thought who the **** are barnsley now we are at the top teams are taking notice starting to think about us changing how they play so we have to change and not as effective But keep the faith
I'm glad Woodrow got booked. It may cut out those stupid unnecessary fouls he constantly gives away. Otherwise he has been anonymous and will probably come off very soon.