slingsby_pobble":14tta6v0 said:I was interested to read today's synopsis because I was on parenting duties for my son's 7th birthday party.
I managed to hear the last 15 mins of commentary so I'm surprised to see ratings from some people of around 5 to 7 for most players. Judging by what I heard this was an appalling display and there isn't one player who can feel proud of their contribution today. I don't think Lowe can sleep easy either. Shrewsbury aren't exactly on fire but we completely capitulated.
I agree we need a significant shake-up this summer. If nothing else it would be nice to be able to vary the way we play according to the conditions & opposition, which means obtaining players who can play in multiple systems.
If we're playing four at the back we need dedicated LB and RB. If we're playing 352 we need wing-backs who can cross.
Onwards, and (I suspect) downwards with our minus 13 goal difference.
Itās been driving me crazy all year.
Yes Edwards has done well this year. Yet he is a midfielder playing as a full back / wing back. Play the guy in midfield. You wouldnāt of needed Fornah, who he is better than, and then you could of brought in a decent RB / RWB who can cross.
Edwards strength is his work rate and running into the box. You need decent full backs who are comfortable on the ball and, most importantly, can cross.
This is us trying to shoe horn square pegs in round holes. Lowe knew his system was going to be 3-1-4-2 . However, if you think back to last season he did played Cooper at LWB when the guy isnāt defensive minded. This season we lost MacFadzean and had no decent option there. We just filled the gaps with squad players like C Grant instead of having a decent no1.
He has to work out his formation and then gets players in who fit that formation.
Loweās tactical nous shown over last two seasons is concerning.