I wasn't impressed with Mowatt or Antenucci in the first half, both kept giving the ball away and both looked a little light weight. I would have taken both off at half time but by the end they were two of the better players on the pitch along with Doukara who looked dangerous so a good call by Redfearn. I was surprised to see Sloth come off but in all a pretty good performance. I know Birmingham are not the best of teams we are going to face but if we had played the first half like we did the second we would have taken 3 points. Did they suddenly up their game because Cellino made it in time for the second half or was it a case of gradually building game time together?
We definitely played better in the second half. Still feel we should have won the game and we still require a more experienced man at the helm, although I'm slowly appreciating that Redfearn could possibly 'do a job' but that would still be a back-up plan for me if there really was nobody else. Shame Cellino didnt see the first half and will probably give Redfearn the job later this evening, going back on his word that he will wait 24 hours before making an important decision like that.
Antenucci, not sure about him. He could be one of those luxury players we hear about all too often. Had some nice touches and worked hard but didn't make a difference. I'll reserve judgement. Tell yer what, another brilliant display from Warnock, worked his socks off, cleared off the line, some decent crosses. Dare I say, player of the season so far?
Saw enough in that second half to think we'll be more than ok this season. Nice to see no hoofball, playing it out from the back etc. Think Doukara warrants a start ahead of Sharp from now on. Considering these players haven't played together much it bodes well the more they gel. And so good to see the subs being used and actually having a positive effect. I do feel as though Redfearn will get the job permanently, and to me he's the best choice. It's the natural continuity of it I like, the younger players know him and respect him. As for the academy he may well be able to recommend his replacement to ensure his great work there is continued.
Strange how subjective Football is, because I thought Mowatt was one of our best players first half. Another good performance from Warnock, and Sloth looks decent.
fair play Glory, I watched the game with drink on me and the first half waws zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
I guessed you were watching through a haze. We are playing footie and not hoofball and I much prefer it. The results will come. We just look a bit light on the rhs in midfield/defence but Sam will put that right.
Again I have never quite understood the stick Warnock receives, Antenucci grew on me the more the game went on, can't see where Sharp and his poaching will fit into the squad. Also wondering where Adryan will fit in once he gets his chance.
