(That long since we've had any, couldn't find the thread)

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Edited December 11, 20169 yr by Ratwhite

Very happy with the two signings this week, good work

1 hour ago, L/H White said:

Need cover for Conway for me. 

He's running on empty 

He was limping today

7 minutes ago, Tonge moor green jacket said:

Aye.

Played so much this season, and Taylor hasn't stepped up.

Tutu could play LWB if we used that formation of course.

I'd say these signings make 5 at the back less likely.

Although if we do play 5 at the back more often we need more wing backs, far too demanding a position for Conway to have no cover.

48 minutes ago, tshape said:

He was limping today

Limping last night after that block tackle.

6 minutes ago, TrickyTrotter said:

Limping last night after that block tackle.

Ah I must have missed that

12 minutes ago, tshape said:

Ah I must have missed that

He was, for a good few minutes, took a bit to run it off, they must have done a bit on it at HT as he seemed to be moving better but certainly looked laboured by last 15 -20 mins 

25 minutes ago, TrickyTrotter said:

Limping last night after that block tackle.

Was limping around the pitch at the end with a bag of ice in his hand 

The reaction from supporters of other clubs to Apter's signing has been quite something

 

Question is, what does this look like in terms of a set up? something like this: 

 

 

I think you've got CBT and Apter the wrong way round

11 minutes ago, Zog1 said:

Question is, what does this look like in terms of a set up? something like this: 

 

 

I feel like Dalby would struggle in that set-up

Edited January 28Jan 28 by jmjhb

2 minutes ago, jmjhb said:

I feel like Dalby would struggle in that set-up

On the face of it he's bought in players to play 4231, which is fine, that's the formation we've played most of the season. The issue is that hasn't worked for a while and this change to 3421 while not looking the best, has atleast has us winning, so if we revert to 4231 and start losing again, the fans are quite rightly in my opinion aren't going to be happy.

If we just revert to every attacking ball goes to the wingers and all they do is cut inside to shoot, just like Gale and ACD had been doing (the reason 3421 has been working is we haven't been doing this) we're going to have problems. 

 

 

12 minutes ago, jmjhb said:

I feel like Dalby would struggle in that set-up

Me too and after last night I think Macca deserves another run out with Dalby, unless of course we sign a proper striker or No10 before the weekend.

2 minutes ago, Zog1 said:

On the face of it he's bought in players to play 4231, which is fine, that's the formation we've played most of the season. The issue is that hasn't worked for a while and this change to 3421 while not looking the best, has atleast has us winning, so if we revert to 4231 and start losing again, the fans are quite rightly in my opinion aren't going to be happy.

If we just revert to every attacking ball goes to the wingers and all they do is cut inside to shoot, just like Gale and ACD had been doing (the reason 3421 has been working is we haven't been doing this) we're going to have problems. 

 

 

I trust SS to get it right he hasn’t done much wrong this season for me. 

Signing 2 wide players because 1 wide player who was playing in a more central role got injured seems strange, however let’s see.

Apter can also play as a 10, so maybe that’s the plan ? 
 

Do we drop the 3 5 2 we have played more recently ? Especially away from home? Surely Dalby has to start ? 
 

Are we still looking for a goal scorer to come in ? 
 

Going to be an interesting few days ! 
 

Not criticising the recruitment, just wondering how it all fits together. 

On 27/01/2026 at 15:24, desperado said:

You are behind the curve here. Somebody from Wanderersways snuck into the interview when Sharon told him he had to play attractive football. 

You might be referring to me there as I said something along those lines and not seen anything else.

Not sure why you're having a dig at that, it was just a theory and a fair point for discussion especially as lots were questioning why SS was using different methods to the one that got him promoted with Plymouth. I would imagine in all interviews the board will ask the manager how he is likely to go about things from a playing perspective. It totally makes business sense that a better style would attract more fans, particularly casuals and therefore more revenue.

Obviously it doesn't trump winning but it comes a close 2nd for a lot of people. 

 

Any system change that impacts on Dalby's effectiveness, after its taken half a season to stumble on a way to enable him is questionable. I'd much sooner us stick with the 3-5-2 or 3-4-2-1 until we start losing with it. Apter and CBT should still be able to make an impact in either.

Be daft to drop McAtee after last night, ran his socks off and working really well with Dalby. 

They're both ours and need to be given a run. 

 

Don’t think he will change much for Wimbledon formation wise narrow pitch against another direct team  going to be a battle wingers won’t get much joy . Only changes personal might be due to fatigue 

1 hour ago, Zog1 said:

Question is, what does this look like in terms of a set up? something like this: 

 

 

Simons over Sheehan? 😱

Simons and Erhahon are alternatives, not partners; especially, in a two-man midfield.

Edited January 28Jan 28 by Rival Son

5 minutes ago, Rival Son said:

Simons over Sheehan? 😱

Simons and Erhahon are alternatives, not partners; especially, in a two-man midfield.

I don't agree, i think when you're playing 2 in the middle, you need the physicality Sheehan lacks. I think that lack of physicality limits others in the team by forcing them deeper. His passing is the best in the team but i'm not convinced we need it from that position. 

 

3 hours ago, Zog1 said:

Question is, what does this look like in terms of a set up? something like this: 

 

 

I was thinking it would be something like

Dalby

Blackett-Taylor  Burstow or McAtee  Apter

Throw a curve-ball in. Apter it seems was Charltons player of the month back in August playing at LWB

Seems he then had a fall out with Jones.

Doubt we have signed him for that position but perhaps for a one off.

8 hours ago, Zog1 said:

Question is, what does this look like in terms of a set up? something like this: 

 

 

You’ve missed our best player and heart beat of everything we do.