selections will always be subjective and come down to opinions
for me, the problem is entirely with the way this team is prepared. so many basic structural principles are missing. what is the plan for winning the ball? where and how do we want this to happen? what's our first intention when we gain possession? what's the plan for chance creation? etc etc.
it's just slow paced, poorly played out, generic dross
remember too that these players all play in pro enivironments, for teams that have proper playing systems. it's not like the players aren't capable of fitting in to a well thought out plan
for me, the problem is entirely with the way this team is prepared. so many basic structural principles are missing. what is the plan for winning the ball? where and how do we want this to happen? what's our first intention when we gain possession? what's the plan for chance creation? etc etc.
it's just slow paced, poorly played out, generic dross
remember too that these players all play in pro enivironments, for teams that have proper playing systems. it's not like the players aren't capable of fitting in to a well thought out plan
Exactly this!
But look who's supposed to be in charge of this 'well thought out plan'... Its the same guy who lets the players have a greater influence over setups, and who seems incongruous to the whole idea of football management. He does cut a pretty forlorn figure in the dugout, when we routinely see other managers yelling out tactics and instructing/corralling their teams on a regular basis. Look over at Bazeley and it's 🦗...
For what it's worth, I didnt have particularly high expectations this morning, and for the most part the match pretty much ran how I expected -
- Greece: Fast, well drilled and able to apply pressure, wanting to use the ball more and make the most of their chances (on another day we're looking at 3 or 4 zip.
- New Zealand: Disjointed with a few promising moments going forward, but ultimately unable to control the big moments and make a decisive move/strike a blow against a stronger opponent.
I'm expecting a better showing against Ireland in a few days. More of the same and I will have a few more questions.
Also, If I tune in and see Woud starting I'm not even going to bother watching.
Also, If I tune in and see Woud starting I'm not even going to bother watching.