I've not watched it but Darren Bent was watching it live and mentioned that Gelhardt didn't really affect the game but McKinstrey did really well.
Cresswell slotted in like a natural, I think Forshaw did well until his **** penalty, McKinstry looked a decent prospect. Gelhardt didn't really get much of a chance but got stuck in. Lot's of positives
I thought McKinstry looked a better prospect than Summerville. I think Summerville just needs a few games to settle in but McKinstry was at it straight away, like Cresswell was. I wouldn't have a problem with Cresswell as cover now which is a big plus given our injuries. Shout out for Shackleton too, he was lively.
Cresswell is a first teamer in waiting, Summerville showed flashes of class and almost had an assist. Gelhardt never got a touch but a good pen and McKinstry did well when he got the ball. Pleasing for the kids
Spot on Blono, I liked the way Cresswell was urging his teammates on near the end, future captain material for me
Gelhardt looks a unit and the way he took his pen I bet he'd have loved a chance to come to him. I think the Fulham players were niggling at the kids all over the pitch and that challenge on Cresswell deserved a card. Tough trip to London done. Fk 'em! On we go
Tonight is exactly what the Cups are for and we've missed it for a few years. It's a chance to blood a few youngsters and see if they've got it. I think at least two of them will have caught Bielsa's eye so we may see some different substitutions in future. Some little diamonds in the rough that Doc has been telling us about. Bring them on
I like the way Meslier walked round the post and stared at the Fulham fans after saving the penalty, take that you ****s, top lad
Oh and Forshaw was crap when he came on. He's all emperor's new clothes with no knickers. Firpo on the other hand...what a class penalty.
Are you serious? I thought he did well when he came on, especially for someone who has been out for so long.
Did well how exactly ? His movement is poor and his forward passes led to bugger all. So yes I'm serious.
What is it with some on here who just hate some players no matter what? I don't visit as much as I used to because every time I do I'm reading about how **** Cooper is or how we need to get rid of someone because he gets injured too much. I know it's a discussion forum and everyone is entitled to an opinion but the hate is getting much worse lately. I trust Bielsa to pick the best team and support anyone in it so reading the hate pisses me off. I might as well read the Manure board. I had to get that off my chest