18 May 2022 06:44:11
I think the ref was excellent lastnight, though I think he should have dismissed heckingbotham. The match needed a non fussy ref and we got one.
Sheffield were very unlucky and played really well considering what was at stake. Without their four main strikers they carved out a lot of good opportunities. Strong athletic and their passing left us chasing shadows much of the time. We were poor in posession and hoofing it a lot but maybe that was down to utd hunting us down and not giving an inch. I thougt their second goal could have been disallowed as they had a player offside obstructing the view of samba as the shot was unleashed, surprised it wasn't mentioned. Having said that it was a smart move getting down the side of the forest defence. That was where we were out done by patient passing and clever movement. Garner was rubbish again with his delivery from set pieces and has become customary recently players were slipping with colback and lolley falling foul to their footwear. Lolley slipped twice when shooting as you will see even when he missed his penalty.
Samba Never seen such a hero for a keeper and if we triumph at Wembley then should wear the legend badge with honour.
Cooper knows we didn't play to Plan and were found wanting a lot but that was new territory for a lot of the players and they will learn. Davis was amazing when he came on and certainly took the pressure off.
An amazing experience and fantastic match even for a fan of 40 odd years to watch.
Didn't think we would hold our nerve throughout second half and extra time but we did and all credit to the defence particularly cook who admitted that he was out on his feet.
Well done Forest the spirit is awesome.
18 May 2022 07:46:11
Oh and it’s only fair and nice to see the teams finishing 3rd and 4th competing at Wembley.
18 May 2022 07:54:00
First thing I said Rutland, he had to be in an offside position. Clearly interfering with play. Luckily if didn't effect the result, this time.
18 May 2022 07:55:10
Good post rutland, it looks as if both yates and garner are running on fumes at the moment, 10 days of recovery will do them a power of good.