13 Nov 2023 11:14:02
Just my usual tuppence worth.
How do we lose any headers in the box from set pieces with centre backs like Boly (6'5") Niakhate (6'3") especially when one of their scorers Bowen is 5'9"? In the glory years I can't remember Larry Lloyd losing any header in or out of the box. Literally.
What was wrong with Dominquez?
Why did we look tired towards the end when West Ham looked stronger despite putting out a strong team against Olympiacos on Thursday whilst we had the week off?
Fingers crossed for Murillo but good to see Taiwo score and Elanga looked a threat. CHO back after the break?
Finally, at least a point lost but "Are You Not Entertained? ".
13 Nov 2023 12:08:25
After the game, Cooper said that Dominguez had been ill during the week.
13 Nov 2023 12:14:55
Yes stokey it was entertaining for sure.
We lose headers in the box because Cooper is obsessed with zonal marking. If our big lads man marked Bowen would not have got anywhere near the ball. But no there marking a square of the pitch that might not have anyone in, rediculous tactic.
We looked tired because if you watch the latest training video on YouTube. They spend all day tippy tapping to each other instead of running and building up stamina and betting each other £100 if they can kick the ball into basketball ball net. Its there for all to see.
Cooper spends to much time trying to be Mr nice guy. We need disapline on the pitch and training ground.
If you want a laugh Forest players Peter Kay is on tour. ?.
13 Nov 2023 12:29:45
Have only seen the footage once but it seemed like he was trying to make amends for his howler by make positive moves with ball. Unfortunately, he made things worse and he'd lost it! Strange though for an international player of some pedigree to go to pieces like that.
Have to say that this was a different away Forest, but the Hammers were poor and looked like they were there to beat comfortably.
13 Nov 2023 12:29:46
Another point p*ssed away.
13 Nov 2023 15:28:38
Cyclist, yes I read that SC had said he had been ill during the week but had fully recovered. However, it could be he declared himself fit to start too early in order not to risk his place to Danillo or Yates in a highly competitive midfield. Certainly, he seemed out of sorts before he was subbed. ?.
13 Nov 2023 16:15:32
I think that's one of the reasons Cooper is annoyed. Dominguez pretending to be ready to play. One thing a physio can't check is do you actually feel OK, it's up to the player to be honest.