Still can't believe we won this game.
I think our downturn in form has coincided with Hooper starting, personally. I don't think he quite fits into what we're trying to do. I also don't quite see what he offers - doesn't hold up the ball well, average in the air, poor passing, shooting not quite there, doesn't have that extra yard of pace to get away from a defender, doesn't press well, doesn't seem to link up with Ball at all (at times it seemed like they were playing in different stadiums). He's obviously a good finisher when he gets the chance, but is that really enough?
For me, he looks like a guy who is frustrated at his own limitations. He can't do what he used to.
My best team would have him and McCowatt on the bench. I can't believe I'm saying this; but Sotirio offers more in this current setup.