SwearyCanary 1,179 Posted October 4, 2022 Just now, Pyro Pete said: Could someone please tell me what formation we're playing, as Phil Daley hasn't mentioned it. According to Phil we are playing ‘eleven’ does that help? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Smith 2,314 Posted October 4, 2022 We look pretty good so far I’d say. A lot more control in midfield. Early days though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ricardo 7,328 Posted October 4, 2022 Neat but slow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,776 Posted October 4, 2022 2 minutes ago, Pyro Pete said: Could someone please tell me what formation we're playing, as Phil Daley hasn't mentioned it. It's a 4-3-3 by the looks of it, with Sargent on the right and Ramsey on the left. The midfield trio seem pretty fluid. Gibbs is predominantly the sitter, with all three of them roaming from their position. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flying Dutchman 744 Posted October 4, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, ricardo said: Neat but slow. It's the 9th minute in a 2nd v 3rd Championship game and we're completely starving them of the ball. Not exactly watching noughties Barca here. How fast do you want it?! Edited October 4, 2022 by Flying Dutchman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pyro Pete 1,886 Posted October 4, 2022 1 minute ago, Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man said: It's a 4-3-3 by the looks of it, with Sargent on the right and Ramsey on the left. The midfield trio seem pretty fluid. Gibbs is predominantly the sitter, with all three of them roaming from their position. Cheers. (I'll email that to Radio Norfolk) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,560 Posted October 4, 2022 One of my frustrations with this set is up is how we keep shunting Sargent out wide. I'd much rather see him play closer to Pukki and give us that central focus point than keep him marginalised on the wing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted October 4, 2022 There are so many 30+ in the Reading side, I'm hoping we play them off their feet and second half can commit more forward. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,776 Posted October 4, 2022 Classic Andy Carroll. What a save from Krul. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Angry 1,542 Posted October 4, 2022 11 minutes ago, Pyro Pete said: Could someone please tell me what formation we're playing, as Phil Daley hasn't mentioned it. Some at the back, some in midfield and some up front. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted October 4, 2022 Carroll on Aarons isn't what we want. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,776 Posted October 4, 2022 2 minutes ago, keelansgrandad said: Carroll on Aarons isn't what we want. The problem is that Carroll isn't stupid, and he's going to play on the full back and attack crosses at the far post wherever possible. Hanley and Omobamidele can't really leave their positions during open play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ricardo 7,328 Posted October 4, 2022 Riding our luck at the back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Satriales 624 Posted October 4, 2022 3 minutes ago, keelansgrandad said: Carroll on Aarons isn't what we want. Looks like Sarge is marking him on set pieces. He beat him to the header as well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spillay 179 Posted October 4, 2022 Hanley... how many times does he miss good chances like that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,423 Posted October 4, 2022 Why is Carroll squad number 2? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,560 Posted October 4, 2022 I know he's a central defender but jeez Hanley is so bad at trying to get a header in on goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted October 4, 2022 Just now, Spillay said: Hanley... how many times does he miss good chances like that? Every time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWC 238 Posted October 4, 2022 We’re struggling in the air against these bruisers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ted Mackie Dee 5 Posted October 4, 2022 Hanley can only head the ball with the top of his head in front of goal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Angry 1,542 Posted October 4, 2022 58 minutes ago, Hank shoots Skyler said: I think we’ve only ever fielded two up top under Smith with 3 at the back in the PL, if at all, be very surprised if both JS and Pukki are up front 4-4-2 3 games in succession last season, Everton at home, Watford away and Palace at home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,560 Posted October 4, 2022 Byram looks lost against Hoilett tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ricardo 7,328 Posted October 4, 2022 I wish I could say I'm impressed, but so far very turgid stuff. We need a goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,776 Posted October 4, 2022 Good start, but our goal has been living a charmed life for the last 15 minutes or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flying Dutchman 744 Posted October 4, 2022 1 minute ago, king canary said: Byram looks lost against Hoilett tonight. Kenny to save the day at left back? 😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Satriales 624 Posted October 4, 2022 We aren't posing any threat going forward. Have we even had a shot? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardhouse44 261 Posted October 4, 2022 Sargent is a passenger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted October 4, 2022 1 minute ago, Satriales said: We aren't posing any threat going forward. Have we even had a shot? One if you call Hanley's header an attempt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spillay 179 Posted October 4, 2022 Only one team looking like scoring.. and it aint us Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,560 Posted October 4, 2022 Just now, Hardhouse44 said: Sargent is a passenger So is Pukki. He's in great form in front of goal but if we're struggling he offers nothing in terms of build up right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
