Half-time. Tougher examination for the Magpies this week, especially in the midfield. Both sides have had their chances, though Brighton perhaps one or two too many for Eddie Howe’s liking. The first half has made it look very much like a game that will be decided by an error or a piece of individual brilliance.
Neither side has really had their finishing boots. Have to unfortunately agree with Coochie, in that Wood is less likely to be an impact sub, and more a Wilson is exhausted/crocked replacement.
I think if they prefer this style of football they’ll be looking for a more mobile, nippier 9 to be a point of difference. In many ways Wilson and Wood are similar and the former has the gaffer’s confidence.
