A few of my thoughts - for what it's worth..
First time seeing us this season, so hard this is purely based on today's performance.
First half; we were just not at the races. We appeared sluggish, losing 50/50s across the park, and the plan seemed to be playing long up towards Nathan Blissett or Jake. Nothing seemed to stick, the ball constantly coming back towards us and Southend moved it around well to open is up. Despite being fortunate for their goal, could have easily been 3 or 4 by half time. Carey found himself coming deep to get possession but with little outlet.
Second was a different game. Seemed to have more desire, higher work rate and better shape. Surprised to see Foxy off (injured?) but Sonogo played well when he came on, looked lovely and got involved. Ainsworth (despite a few errors) did much more for me than Grant. Looked to get on the balli and worked hard.
Our purple patch had them rocked - looked a different, more confident team, and could sense a goal coming on that momentum.
Blissett should've scored but chose to pass around the keeper - which went badly wrong, perhaps he's short on confidence? That said, 2nd half he was holding up the ball nicely, bringing others in.
Carey's shot looked in, but for a decent stop from their keeper, whilst we pushed Southend looked good on the break but we kept a goood shape and recovered well.
Edwards and Bradley looks a solid partnership, Miller hit and miss - Sarcevic (sp?) looks fresher, fitter and worked hard.
Overall, happy with a point, especially based on the first 45.
GA in good voice too - good afternoon out.
