Thornton should start

I think McNeil will be one of the players who drifts around for a little while, then eventually out of pro football altogether

I don’t think Pedersen grasps that this squad will look very different next season. Recruitment restrictions could still be in place so he really needs to be getting some minutes into players who are more likely to be here next season. This season’s a write off so we should be at least trying to source some green shoots for recovery next time around. Another question mark against the manager for me.

Have a feeling McNeil could be a big player for us next season, assuming he stays. Perhaps not quite at champ level in terms of consistency, but has moments where he shows nice bits of quality. Unlucky to not score tonight, it’ll come. 

1 hour ago, Fablon Dunlop said:

 

I don't know why people are laughing at this? 

 

McNeill did have a decent game. Not sure he was MOM but he put himself about and was key to much of our attacking play. 

 

 

Agree.

MOM, not sure about that, but I thought we at least had a bit of a different energy going forward tonight. I know all the focus with our problems upfront is on Ugbo at the minute but I think Lowe is drifting at the minute as well. Don’t think McNeil was any worse tonight.

51 minutes ago, Deluded Owl said:

I don’t think Pedersen grasps that this squad will look very different next season. Recruitment restrictions could still be in place so he really needs to be getting some minutes into players who are more likely to be here next season. This season’s a write off so we should be at least trying to source some green shoots for recovery next time around. Another question mark against the manager for me.

You really have it in for Pedersen don't  you?

He's  doing the best he can with what he's  got. That's  not much.

He will be waiting for the new owners to take over. Once that happens he should be able to get some players in to strengthen the squad.

The new owners will decide whether to keep Pedersen or replace him. Personally I think he's  doing well in the situation he's been given.

17 minutes ago, ItzzOwl said:

Have a feeling McNeil could be a big player for us next season, assuming he stays. Perhaps not quite at champ level in terms of consistency, but has moments where he shows nice bits of quality. Unlucky to not score tonight, it’ll come. 

He's  got something about him. I just can't  make my mind up about him. With his background he should be more self confident and assert himself more. There's  flashes of class and some bits that look very average.

Worth trying in L1 he might thrive at that level.

4 hours ago, prowl said:

You really have it in for Pedersen don't  you?

He's  doing the best he can with what he's  got. That's  not much.

He will be waiting for the new owners to take over. Once that happens he should be able to get some players in to strengthen the squad.

The new owners will decide whether to keep Pedersen or replace him. Personally I think he's  doing well in the situation he's been given.

Where have I got it in for Pedersen? I’ve praised him often enough this season. In the various posts where I’ve been critical, I’ve also stated that he’s got his hands tied behind his back, legs tied together and blindfolded too.

Thing is regardless of the lack of quality on the bench he owes it to his senior pros in particular who are playing 90 minutes most games to protect them more particularly in three game weeks.

These players are struggling both with physical and mental fatigue and this season will f**k them up

for the next 2 or 3 campaigns it’s that simple. The manager should be looking to limit this damage as much as possible and let’s be honest he talks enough about the human side of a player.

If you think I’m having a go then fair enough but  if you look at him on the touchline last night he looked as drained as the players, gone is the enthusiasm and drive he showed at the start of the campaign.
 

Understandable really but as you say he’s the manager. He’s doing a good job in the  circumstances but all I’m saying he needs to trust his bench more and limit the damage being done to his players the best he can.

The chances on improving the squad this season to a higher level is very slight.  We may have periods of decent form but it will only be at the level of getting a draw or as last night a more improved performance and only losing by the odd goal.  

Pep and co would desperately struggle with resources we have available. 

9 hours ago, epton1867 said:

Your joking surely mom ffs

Wasn’t motm but was one of our better players, especially second half.

The slow shift from Ingelsson to McNeil as a saviour has commenced. 

He should have come on Sunday. 

In reality, Pedersen shouldn’t really be criticized too much for not picking this player or that one

He’s got 5 players (Bannan, Cooper, Amass, Valery, Lowe) that are good Championship players, a handful who are experienced but inadequate at this level (Palmer, Iorfa, Lowe, Ugbo, Ingelsson) and the rest look nowhere near 

Its hard enough for him to fashion a decent XI to compete, nevermind be able to make changes during the game 

Perhaps give Thornton at least 10

minutes on the pitch next game - I really can’t see there’s much point in bringing him on in the 90th minute when there’s just added injury time left ?

1 hour ago, Rogers said:

The slow shift from Ingelsson to McNeil as a saviour has commenced. 

Ingelsson looked very sluggish in the second half - with a stronger squad, we would be able to rotate and he wouldn’t have to start every game 

10 hours ago, McRightSide said:

I don’t know if Thornton is the answer, but we have to find a different solution down the right 

 

Fusire makes Pol Valentin look like Cafu

I've seen a few people criticising Fusire with snidy little comments. I can only assume you lot are watching different matches to me because he's been one of our better players this season despite his lack of experience and support. One of the very few players in our team who has the pace to play at a high level.

The lad's improving every game and did very well in a very tough assignment last night against two very good players down that flank. He'll have a very good career at Championship level or above, easily.