[Jud]

We were second best with some key changes in personnel, but only just. The scoreline told the truth, really. No shame in that.

[Siberian Spireite]

At least we won 5-2 on aggregate.

[SocraticCFC]

Siberian Spireite, on 13 August 2024 - 10:23 PM, said:

At least we won 5-2 on aggregate.

A politician's answer

[stainlessstephen]

Enjoyed the trip out, not much between the teams overall, more positives than negatives to take away from it.

Our support excellent.

[SpireRam]

I think we win that if Coco and Mandy are fit. Derby are shite.

[Westbars Spireite]

How has Mandeville got injured? And if Colclough unfit why was he on the bench?

[azul]

Westbars Spireite, on 13 August 2024 - 10:38 PM, said:

How has Mandeville got injured? And if Colclough unfit why was he on the bench?

Mandeville in training. Nine on the bench, probably includes all the walking wounded

[Westbars Spireite]

With Madden and Mandy out (has he ever been injured before for us?) plus Colclough seemingly fragile we could do with someone in that '3'. Dobra is nailed on for one spot but Berry flatters to deceive and Jacobs is so often on the periphery of the game, as clever and talented as he is.

Anyone on here owning up to having the pre-school kid on their shoulders flicking wanks etc at the home fans? Mildly amusing I suppose but not exactly Dad of the year 😆

This post has been edited by Westbars Spireite: 13 August 2024 - 10:58 PM

[clarevoyant.]

MrTall, on 13 August 2024 - 08:48 PM, said:

Any chance we can have a bit of realism? Derby were the better team who deserved to win and the referee was fine.

Agree with that including the ref was fine bit, apart from time keeping.
It really boils my p when has tonight 5 minutes is added, the side in front go on ultra time wasting mode, p about taking a goal kick ref tells them to get on with, p about taking a corner ref tells them to get on with it, p about taking a throw in (twice) ref tells them to get on with it, all taking appx 3 minutes. We then get a throw in well in their half and chance to put the ball into the box for one last chance and considering the immortal words of an ex Derby manager " it only takes a second to score a goal" but as the clock ticks to 5 added minutes not a second extra there goes the final whistle and we were therefore denied that chance by a ref who clearly observed what was going off but did nowt about it.

[essexspireman]

clarevoyant., on 13 August 2024 - 11:13 PM, said:

Agree with that including the ref was fine bit, apart from time keeping.
It really boils my p when has tonight 5 minutes is added, the side in front go on ultra time wasting mode, p about taking a goal kick ref tells them to get on with, p about taking a corner ref tells them to get on with it, p about taking a throw in (twice) ref tells them to get on with it, all taking appx 3 minutes. We then get a throw in well in their half and chance to put the ball into the box for one last chance and considering the immortal words of an ex Derby manager " it only takes a second to score a goal" but as the clock ticks to 5 added minutes not a second extra there goes the final whistle and we were therefore denied that chance by a ref who clearly observed what was going off but did nowt about it.

Spot on

[spireitetoo]

Bonnyman, on 13 August 2024 - 09:52 PM, said:

Well worth a visit, cook sent out a side with a view on seeing how some players got on

Hobson did ok
New right back was a bit too negative imo, not sure on Daley either tonight, no worries though
Berry had a stinker, looks heavy imo as though he has bulked up, but looks slower, he has zero idea off the ball and out of possession can?t defend, reluctant to take players on snd got released in second half only to square the ball , cut in and let one rip be aggressive in the attack

oldaker is an interesting player , he is brimming with confidence and looks absolute class, his close control is superb he rolls players for fun , can he keep it up and build on a brilliant if not surprising start

Oldaker is annoying, he does all you say, then releases the ball, it's either under hit, over hit, or it's a suicidal ball, ie played into a dangerous area that's putting the player under pressure immediately.. just needs to pick his head up and have a look at times, pick better passes..

[Bald magician]

clarevoyant., on 13 August 2024 - 11:13 PM, said:

Agree with that including the ref was fine bit, apart from time keeping.
It really boils my p when has tonight 5 minutes is added, the side in front go on ultra time wasting mode, p about taking a goal kick ref tells them to get on with, p about taking a corner ref tells them to get on with it, p about taking a throw in (twice) ref tells them to get on with it, all taking appx 3 minutes. We then get a throw in well in their half and chance to put the ball into the box for one last chance and considering the immortal words of an ex Derby manager " it only takes a second to score a goal" but as the clock ticks to 5 added minutes not a second extra there goes the final whistle and we were therefore denied that chance by a ref who clearly observed what was going off but did nowt about it.

I hope we do all of the above when in the same situation

[Bald magician]

I enjoyed the evening overall.

First thought was what a pit of a city of derby Is. Terrible road system, unfriendly people. A soulless place that I won?t be in a hurry to
Visit again.

I terms of the game I was very happy at half time. We came with a game plan that left a willing runner in Quigley isolated but tried to make midfield tight. You could see cook was gunning for a
Strong last 30 mins.


We kept at it. Although physically overpowered in some situations we were always in the game and I thought we bossed most of the last 20 mins without really threatening.


Came away a little frustrated but did well. Derby have nothing to come this season.
I?m now looking forward to our first win sat

[Osborne again]

spireitetoo, on 14 August 2024 - 05:46 AM, said:

Oldaker is annoying, he does all you say, then releases the ball, it's either under hit, over hit, or it's a suicidal ball, ie played into a dangerous area that's putting the player under pressure immediately.. just needs to pick his head up and have a look at times, pick better passes..

If he can get rid of that flaw in his game, he'd be destined to play, at least, two leagues higher.

[plannerj]

spireitetoo, on 14 August 2024 - 05:46 AM, said:

Oldaker is annoying, he does all you say, then releases the ball, it's either under hit, over hit, or it's a suicidal ball, ie played into a dangerous area that's putting the player under pressure immediately.. just needs to pick his head up and have a look at times, pick better passes..

You must have been at a different game to me last night. He hardly put a foot wrong and he was outstanding. Criticism for the sake of it, I suspect.

[hilly81]

plannerj, on 14 August 2024 - 06:39 AM, said:

You must have been at a different game to me last night. He hardly put a foot wrong and he was outstanding. Criticism for the sake of it, I suspect.

Agree. Thought he was really good last night.

[60s 70s Spireite]

plannerj, on 14 August 2024 - 06:39 AM, said:

You must have been at a different game to me last night. He hardly put a foot wrong and he was outstanding. Criticism for the sake of it, I suspect.

Think he must have been talking of last seasons Oldaker. He has come back a different player in the two games to date.

[The Earl of Chesterfield]

We were away at Derby.

Derby.

For all their shortcomings still an outfit two tiers above us.

And PC clearly used a low key competition as an opportunity to field fringe players.

Some of whom did better than others, which is kinda what happens every week.

So a novelty evening out for our fans, but can't feel anything other than 'Meh' over the scoreline.

Our only priority this season is re-establishing ourselves as an EFL club, nothing more or less...

[dim view]

spireitetoo, on 14 August 2024 - 05:46 AM, said:

Oldaker is annoying, he does all you say, then releases the ball, it's either under hit, over hit, or it's a suicidal ball, ie played into a dangerous area that's putting the player under pressure immediately.. just needs to pick his head up and have a look at times, pick better passes..

Pirloesque last night, with perhaps 1 misplaced pass. Best I've seen him play.

The conundrum is that whilst we are so comfortable on the ball in the deep, our biggest threat Dobra doesn't see enough of it further forrad. He seems to burn up an awful lot of energy without reward.

[Westbars Spireite]

dim view, on 14 August 2024 - 06:51 AM, said:

Pirloesque last night, with perhaps 1 misplaced pass. Best I've seen him play.

The conundrum is that whilst we are so comfortable on the ball in the deep, our biggest threat Dobra doesn't see enough of it further forrad. He seems to burn up an awful lot of energy without reward.

He's had a 'reward' twice in two games though.