Very good game, both sides pushing for a winner how the keeper got to the Carey effort I don't know, was right behind it heading for the top corner and all of a sudden a hand appears.
When the fixtures were released I said it would be a very difficult start to the season with regards to who we were playing. Decent start against tough opposition.
Totally agree about our tough start. This is surely confirmed with Peterborough's and Charlton's good start to the season.
Like someone said Southend's squad is strong. They certainly spent on recruiting some decent experience. Always hear how Leonard is a vital clog in their side.
There will be bad days ahead but with a couple of strong additions, and Ness still to make his league debut, its very pleasing to hear how we seem to be competitive in this league with options on the bench who can influence how we perform.
The point I was making was it's a new league going up against better organised teams with more ability so to match that in our opening 3 games is encouraging
Everything was wrong 1st half. Goal was unlucky somewhat. Over run in midfield and under attack down the left flank. Plus poor passing and decision making.
2nd half a complete turnaround ad Songo'o gave solidity and Ainsworths pace and movement inspired Carey and Blisset. Lovely equaliser and Carey's 20 yarder kept out by a fine save.
We are learning every week. But we'll need to start games quicker. Been poor 1st half every time so far
Btw what was Ryan Leonard playing at in the first half at the free kick?
Some of their comments.. Lolz... You'd have thought they were a giant of the football world taking on a minnow today, but conversely are delighted by their 7,000 attendance.
Sounded very much like a game of 2 halves to me. We were lucky to go in at ht only one down. They were lucky to take the point and only did so because their gk pulled off a worldy