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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Verdict
by davidargyll at 09:48:35
Great win, And personally I don’t give a monkeys who scores so long as they go in! We March On etc. although in all honesty, in form we may be, but we still need an awful lot to go wrong with several of the teams above us to make 6th spot
And TE I reckon generally has been managing the squad really well, with one unfortunate exception:
I do feel sorry for Cameron Archer, who made two contributions on Saturday. He “brilliantly” managed to get in the way of a certain Scienza goal. And he missed yet another sitter when it looked easier to score.
He has had so many chances, from which he appears not to have improved one jot, and arguably with his confidence clearly shot, has gone backwards. So what to do with him?
Well if we do happen to get promoted, there is no way he is even approaching a PL player.
And as it is he is struggling - to put it mildly - even to be a Championship one.
I think he should not be in the squad again this season, and should be shipped out either on loan or permanently come the summer. Sorry Cameron, but I do think you are out of your depth.
PS. If as I suspect he comes on in the Fulham game, that will be a real test, if not the final one. |
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Verdict
by ReturnOfThe at 09:08:26
For me it feels like the ghost of last season has finally been laid to rest. The shape and attitude of the team is good and we have a squad that is fit for purpose and a manager who is willing to learn from mistakes.
I have nothing but praise for the contribution Adam Armstrong made to the club, but his departure has worked out well for everyone, well apart from him possibly? |
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Verdict
by Bowlercow at 20:25:05
My first point is the way Tonda managed the squad for this one He sensibly left Downes out to avoid a yellow card suspension,gave Bragg some well earnt minutes and took no chance with Stewart This could well improve our chances in the next 3 games
I've only seen highlights but everyone seemed to play a part.Unusual to have all our goals scored by defenders but their reputation is growing and future opponents won't know who to mark at set pieces Cyle was given a couple of good chances by Azaz and could have given us an even better result
Most of us are probably hoping to catch Wrexham but a softer target may be Hull.Their next 3 games are pretty tough and all potential losses.Therfore our next 3 become must wins if we are to take advantage of any slip upsy |
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Preview
by Bowlercow at 14:43:44
On the field there is no room for sentiment or complacency Only 3 points will do Another boost to the GD would be a bonus
In the stands and the bars around the ground I would hope that our fans will show empathy with their opposition Let's not forget our own demise some 15/16 years ago |
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Preview
by underweststand at 13:38:28
agree Saints Paul (above) after a great win against QPR (a mid table side like ourselves) the prospect of a game against (already relegated) Wednesday almost seems like another high scoring game, but we must humbly remember our Boxing Day fiasco game v. Oxford.
Already in the drop zone then, Oxford turned the game on its head and we lost despite over 70% possession and 19 shots .The Wednesday players, who are already in the mix for next season's League One listing have nothing to play for - except their pride, but that in itself may be a dangerous situation if we take our foot off the pedal whilst still recalling the joy of Tuesday's result. This is (theoretically) the " easiest" fixture we have for the rest of the season, if we cannot put this game to bed PDQ, it will make the rest of the fixtures even harder to mount a real challenge for the play-offs.
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Preview
by halftimeorange at 11:37:20
With Barry Bannan out of the club Sheff Wed haven't really got a playmaker, whereas Azaz and THB do have that capability. If we can't open them up it will further demonstrate that we are not ready to be promoted this season. Oh for another Stuart Armstrong - perhaps Cameron Bragg will become as gifted. |
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Comment | Southampton At Sheffield Wednesday The Preview
by SaintPaulVW at 11:07:53
This is just the sort of game where we could come a cropper. An early goal is really a must. Hopefully the great defence splitting passes we are seeing from Azaz and THB can pay quick dividends.
I would also like to see Stewart used sparingly. As with Reece James at Chelsea strictly managing the minutes and even the position played is a must to successfully rehabilitate players with long term injuries. |
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Comment | Tonda Eckert Tops The Table Since His Appointment
by SanMarco at 11:47:06
Yes - good points throughout. The guy's record is very good. Full stop. As with RM achieving promotion, you have to give credit where credit is due. I actually believe that Tonda's more modest character would mean he would be less of a calamity than RM if we did go up. |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by Block47M at 21:30:43
“… Kuryu Matsuki got his head to the ball virtually as it was about to cross the line to make sure…” is harsh, from our position he out jumped the goal keeper and nodded it in before the keeper could save it. Thought he definitely deserved the MOTM. The Downes comparison with Morgan Schneiderlin by “onetowatch” is preferable over Terry Hurlock. Thought that TBH and Captain Jack had excellent games, with coaching Peretz and telling what to do. Peretz did well last night but he was excellently protected by his defenders, hopefully he will come on as he achieves more game time but he is only a loan so we will have to seek a replacement goalkeeper assuming Ramsdale doesn’t return.Larin did well, his muscular hold up play retaining the ball is reminiscent of Che Adams, exactly what we have been needing this season. Looking forward to some more exciting games! |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by ItchenNorth at 17:23:13
I agree with redwhite
Outside of Azaz scoring a good goal early on, the first half drifted, it was a poor quality game. QPR looking better as the half went on (without any real goal threat though) & Saints looked happy to drift in at half time 1-0 up. Luckily, their keeper got nowhere near and flapped at fresh air and Matsuki scored from right under the crossbar to send us in 2-0. It was then, effectively game over.
The second half was good, as we upped the tempo and took our chances. Happy days. |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by templarinexile at 16:12:49
Totaly agree with onetowatch re our stength in depth in the CM department - I would also include young Mr Bragg and, at somehat of a stretch, the not so young Snr Romeu.
Also, the various comments from some contributors stating they're "not being churlish" when making critical comments about a 5-0 win are just that...churlish.
I also agree with earlier coments that the whole team deserved 8/10, or at the very least 7!
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by halftimeorange at 15:26:52
I was unconvinced for the period between the Azaz goal and the first from Matsuki. We looked as negative as we were against Charlton, with the same old players, especially Manning, happy to pass backwards and sideways. Why can't the ball be pumped forward when our (speedy) attackers make forward runs? And we looked unconfident playing out from the back. Peretz is good throwing and kicking out of his area so why pass to Manning or THB last night, both prone to get into trouble. That said, you can't argue with a 5-0 result. I thought Matsuki's perfomance might have generated something special from Fellows but, it didn't. Looks like Tom has slipped down the pecking order. I'd have like to have seen Larin on with Stewart, Archer didn't offer much again. Bree is a solid RB, pity Welington is injured. |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by Farlow at 14:18:36
Great team performance..We had the run of the ball last night where we. Didn’t,against Charlton.
For me QPR are a far better side than Charlton and we buried them.Enjoyed watching Larin,s
Hold up play great control.They were all excellent |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by Staycalm at 14:01:18
Agree with RedWight that Larin deserves a mention. His effort and concentration of everything going on around him was noticeable. The determination and turn of speed that he showed to 'endeavour to get on the pass than never came', from Scienza was really impressive. He looks like he wants to be here and make an impact, which is good to see. |
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Comment | Southampton V Queens Park Rangers The Verdict
by onetowatch at 13:53:44
I'm not being disrespectful to Terry Hurlock, but FD is far more mobile than TH ever was. He is forever available to receive the ball, covers so much ground, and protects the back 4 constantly- more Morgan Schneiderlin than TH for me!! He's been far too underestimated by too many Saints fans for too long. I will add though, that I do think the CM positions are our strongest area with Jander and Charles in the mix - in fact in any configuration, employing any 2 of those 3 has a good argument a good problem to have for Eckert. |
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