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Post by Pilch on Nov 2, 2019 20:04:56 GMT 1
Were too reliant on clean sheets,thre obvious of course but if we concede were in trouble,we only have one gear and thats defend,if we lose a goal its hard to see us get back into many games away to top of the league who have lost just once this season I didnt go but sounded to me like 1 set piece decided this game so close to a very decent point before today we've been behind 6 times come back to draw twice and won once having been 2-0 down what's the par for teams who go behind ? I reckon we are above average on the other hand we've been in front 5 times this season and won all 5 I bet not many sides have a record like that this season come on, some people have the bar set far too high
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Post by shrewswolf on Nov 2, 2019 20:08:09 GMT 1
We were alright. First half was a very decent performance, second half was not so but Norburn’s headed chance was more than an improved Wycombe could create from open play.
I don’t think we did enough overall for SR’s praise but he’s probably right to say if anyone deserved to win, it was us and not them.
Another away day that won’t be remembered for long but we weren’t horrendous. Thought Love and Golbourne were good, and fair play to SG who proved me wrong for the second game in a row.
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Post by Feedo Gnasher on Nov 2, 2019 20:16:08 GMT 1
Were too reliant on clean sheets,thre obvious of course but if we concede were in trouble,we only have one gear and thats defend,if we lose a goal its hard to see us get back into many games away to top of the league who have lost just once this season I didnt go but sounded to me like 1 set piece decided this game so close to a very decent point before today we've been behind 6 times come back to draw twice and won once having been 2-0 down what's the par for teams who go behind ? I reckon we are above average on the other hand we've been in front 5 times this season and won all 5 I bet not many sides have a record like that this season come on, some people have the bar set far too high People will discount your post because you’re a firm Ricketts fan but you’re spot on about todays game.
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Post by Liam on Nov 2, 2019 20:49:43 GMT 1
Decent enough performance. They scored when they were on top and we didn't, and that was the only real difference between the sides.
They then succeeded in turning the game into an absolute s**tfest for the majority of the second half. However, it's not like we're above doing the same when we're ahead. We were slightly fortunate to win last week and slightly unfortunate to win today, but 3 points isn't a bad return from the two games.
We knocked the ball around on the deck very well for spells of the game, especially given the conditions.
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Post by Pilch on Nov 2, 2019 21:22:01 GMT 1
away to top of the league who have lost just once this season I didnt go but sounded to me like 1 set piece decided this game so close to a very decent point before today we've been behind 6 times come back to draw twice and won once having been 2-0 down what's the par for teams who go behind ? I reckon we are above average on the other hand we've been in front 5 times this season and won all 5 I bet not many sides have a record like that this season come on, some people have the bar set far too high People will discount your post because you’re a firm Ricketts fan but you’re spot on about todays game. the only manager I lost faith with was Ratcliffe towards the end I've pretty much stood by every manager we've had I certainly believe they should get a fair crack at the job whoever they are when I first went to the meeting that sam called for I went with a very open if what critical mind , but was surprisedly impressed with his work off the pitch and his plans we've seen he's not to be messed with, has no favourites, swiftly ditches the deadwood, and has brought in some decent talent we all know its down to results but for me this season is well on par for to achieving my expectations I hope it continues
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Post by Exkeeper on Nov 2, 2019 21:26:27 GMT 1
First half facing driving rain and a gale, we played quick, crisp passes to feet, along the deck and opened them up at will. Second half, with the wind behind us we started launching sky-ball passes which either went straight to their keeper of found a Town player who struggled to control it. We then started giving away cheap free kicks and it was obvious that one would eventually cost us. I still can’t fathom how Norburn missed the target with that late header. Decent first half - second half, must do better..
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Post by Valerioch on Nov 2, 2019 21:45:11 GMT 1
Quite a few posts in the Wycombe forum being very fair to us
The goal was coming early second half for them unfortunately.
Our first 30 minutes was very good. Norburn header in the 86th minute is harder to miss than score...
We should’ve got a draw from that
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Post by R6ix on Nov 2, 2019 21:52:14 GMT 1
well we can only defend cos we sure as hell cant score so pick it up from there
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Post by edgmond on Nov 2, 2019 21:59:55 GMT 1
Scott Golbourne had a good game but also missed with a header at the back post, admittedly a more difficult chance than Norburn’s. We had a good shout for a penalty too, so even in the relatively disappointing second half we could so easily have got something from the game.
This team is going in the right direction.
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Post by R6ix on Nov 2, 2019 22:01:58 GMT 1
but we didnt
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Post by LetchworthShrew on Nov 2, 2019 22:13:06 GMT 1
Just bought my ticket although never go there with a huge amount of hope or enthusiasm! Maybe this time we can get first league win Serves me right I guess. Cold wet miserable afternoon which must rank up there as the most miserable of those I've spent there!
Just got back, feet are slowly thawing out!
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Post by vixenshrew on Nov 2, 2019 22:16:52 GMT 1
Very frustrated at the match today. It's all very well 'playing well ' but if we can't score a goal we ain't gonna win. As in previous games they get in front of goal but instead of smashing it in kick wide which either gets missed and goes out for a throw in, kicks aimlesslessly and goes out for a goal kick or the ball is given away. Several chances missed today they don't look confident in front of goal at all. Second half Wycombe had Sussex us and knew how to punish us. Wet, cold and fed up or at least I was after the match. Warm and supping cider now, so on to Tuesday for the next thriller.
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Post by Salop1977 on Nov 2, 2019 22:58:40 GMT 1
Enjoyed the the display from the little Duck that invaded the pitch today, Little Duck is a Proud Salopian.
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Post by 18stfc86 on Nov 2, 2019 23:20:38 GMT 1
Didn't play too bad first half, wouldn't say we dominated them but were certainly the better team.
Second half however, we were dreadful. Still sat wondering how Norburn missed his chance at the death!
Despite being top, that was a game played by two poor teams. No chance will Wycombe maintain their good start. We however can look forward to mid table mediocrity with nothing to play for which is what the majority of our fan base seem to be happy to settle at despite spending over 600k on players in the summer.
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Post by Valerioch on Nov 2, 2019 23:29:46 GMT 1
Didn't play too bad first half, wouldn't say we dominated them but were certainly the better team. Second half however, we were dreadful. Still sat wondering how Norburn missed his chance at the death! Despite being top, that was a game played by two poor teams. No chance will Wycombe maintain their good start. We however can look forward to mid table mediocrity with nothing to play for which is what the majority of our fan base seem to be happy to settle at despite spending over 600k on players in the summer. Who have we spent over £600k on sorry? Got a breakdown?
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Post by TheFoz on Nov 3, 2019 7:06:36 GMT 1
Were too reliant on clean sheets,thre obvious of course but if we concede were in trouble,we only have one gear and thats defend,if we lose a goal its hard to see us get back into many games away to top of the league who have lost just once this season I didnt go but sounded to me like 1 set piece decided this game so close to a very decent point before today we've been behind 6 times come back to draw twice and won once having been 2-0 down what's the par for teams who go behind ? I reckon we are above average on the other hand we've been in front 5 times this season and won all 5 I bet not many sides have a record like that this season come on, some people have the bar set far too high Pilch, will often disagree with you but superb post.
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Post by martinshrew on Nov 3, 2019 7:42:30 GMT 1
Didn't play too bad first half, wouldn't say we dominated them but were certainly the better team. Second half however, we were dreadful. Still sat wondering how Norburn missed his chance at the death! Despite being top, that was a game played by two poor teams. No chance will Wycombe maintain their good start. We however can look forward to mid table mediocrity with nothing to play for which is what the majority of our fan base seem to be happy to settle at despite spending over 600k on players in the summer. You're a summer behind with the £600k, hard to forget with how much we were constantly reminded of it by Brian. That said I bet we spent well again in the summer, you'd have known if it was anywhere near £600k though trust me.
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Post by Dale on Nov 3, 2019 8:21:55 GMT 1
It really is amazing what a young talented manager can do with a smaller club of more limited resources when he is given time by owners and more crucially fans.. Indeed, people will be expecting Wycombe to fall away at some point just like people did with us a couple of years ago, so it wouldn’t surprise me if they kept on going, obviously their biggest challenge now will be retaining the services of Ainsworth for as long as possible.
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Post by Dale on Nov 3, 2019 8:39:47 GMT 1
Just seen the highlights, Williams should be fined for that absolute needless second yellow card, completely lost his head.
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Post by davycrockett on Nov 3, 2019 9:27:57 GMT 1
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Post by LetchworthShrew on Nov 3, 2019 9:38:56 GMT 1
It really is amazing what a young talented manager can do with a smaller club of more limited resources when he is given time by owners and more crucially fans.. Indeed, people will be expecting Wycombe to fall away at some point just like people did with us a couple of years ago, so it wouldn’t surprise me if they kept on going, obviously their biggest challenge now will be retaining the services of Ainsworth for as long as possible. Now the trust shareholders have agreed to the club being bought by an American consortium it should be a bit easier. Heard they are putting in £22m to clear debts and provide working capital.
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Post by martinshrew on Nov 3, 2019 10:48:55 GMT 1
Were too reliant on clean sheets,thre obvious of course but if we concede were in trouble,we only have one gear and thats defend,if we lose a goal its hard to see us get back into many games away to top of the league who have lost just once this season I didnt go but sounded to me like 1 set piece decided this game so close to a very decent point before today we've been behind 6 times come back to draw twice and won once having been 2-0 down what's the par for teams who go behind ? I reckon we are above average on the other hand we've been in front 5 times this season and won all 5 I bet not many sides have a record like that this season come on, some people have the bar set far too high Can't help but agree, we're 12th and doing fine. Few more goals and we're on for a better than expected season.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2019 11:06:27 GMT 1
I didn’t go, preferring the warmth and dry in the comfort of my house but listened to radio commentary - for the Ricketts doubters and those who question this team here’s a tweet from Wycombe Wanderers that might put things into perspective
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2019 11:49:22 GMT 1
Disappointed with the result but encouraged with the performance especially given relative positions in the table. Should have come away with a point - Cummings and especially Norburn disappointed not to do better with their chances.
Think we are more attacking with Edwards in the side - offers some arial presence too in the final third.
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Post by Wychers on Nov 4, 2019 9:50:30 GMT 1
It was neither a duck nor a hen pheasant. It was a French Partridge (red legged) and are commonly seen around Adams Park. A very soggy one at that, but definitely a Partridge. (My old man was a gamekeeper so seen a lot of them.)
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Post by claphamshrew on Nov 4, 2019 10:37:26 GMT 1
It was neither a duck nor a hen pheasant. It was a French Partridge (red legged) and are commonly seen around Adams Park. A very soggy one at that, but definitely a Partridge. (My old man was a gamekeeper so seen a lot of them.) And it arguably made more of a contribution than Scott Partridge did as we tumbled out of the Football League. Certainly brought a smile to this supporter’s face - unlike the latter!
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Post by claphamshrew on Nov 4, 2019 10:47:25 GMT 1
In terms of the match this was the best performance I’d seen despite being the first defeat I’d taken in since that glorious evening in Albufeira.
However our inability to turn the opposition defence is our biggest problem from an attacking sense. Neither Golbourne or Love can take a man on which results in the ball being played square inside and directly in front of the opposition defence. Without a strong forward who can hold a ball up and spin a defender it inevitably fizzles out. The only time we got the defence turned was the ball over the top that Love was forced to chase down, resulting in our best chance of the game. Why Norburn didn’t just put his head through it rather than trying to flick it to the back post is beyond me. At the speed he was travelling keepers don’t save those if they’re on target.
I’d like to see us try 4-4-2 once Giles is back, with Whalley on the opposite side and Edwards playing behind Cummings, as we’ll need some physicality up front as well as someone to drop back when we’re out of possession.
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Post by martinshrew on Nov 4, 2019 11:26:53 GMT 1
I'd don't know why people are obsessed with changing from a 3-5-2 when we're 12th and doing ok. The only thing that needs changing is how quickly we transition from defence to attack, we need more urgency.
Clearing out a couple of "squad" players who aren't featuring such as LJL, Walker, Vincelot, McCormick and bringing in another striker and a decent attacking midfielder would be a bonus.
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Post by northwestman on Nov 4, 2019 11:36:37 GMT 1
On 2 occasions (Fleetwood and Wycombe), we've had the chance to put ourselves within a couple of points of the playoffs. On both occasions we've lost and remained mid table. It's so frustrating.
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Post by El Huracán!!!! on Nov 4, 2019 11:38:52 GMT 1
Our Salopcast review of the game. Some encouraging signs again, some frustrations. Typical town performance this season. Brilliant defending, crap attacking. The pattern is set. This looks like a mid table team. soundcloud.com/salopcast/201920ep16
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