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Post by TheTheremin on Mar 3, 2017 22:44:53 GMT
To be fair we need to be proud of that performance on the whole. Durrell hit the post and we had a perfectly good goal disallowed. Harris should have been sent off. We defended well on the whole. O'Brien and Dawson look good. Criticism of Lynch is totally unwarranted. Richards too put in a reasonable shift. Major showing signs of his best. These are all young lads and the squad was badly unbalanced by injuries. The team never stopped going until the end and heads did not drop for one second. Get behind them because we have an awful lot to be proud of and huge potential. is that a piss take? No it's not. Only a complete tool would single out a young lad for systematic attack and incite other 'supporters' into joining in. I'm nearly 50 and don't give a toss what people say online to me, but to young players making their way in the game.....not on. Take a look at yourself. You're over reacting and taking part in a silly little online bullying campaign because you need a scapegoat to vent your frustration. Get a grip |
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Post by billyw on Mar 3, 2017 22:47:55 GMT
Quite surprised by just how negative people are on this thread. I was at the game and felt that clearly Tranmere were the better team but we fought well and we're always in the game. Shane on Dee106 was quite positive too. Tranmere dominated possession but they never cut us open or force Lynch into any serious work. I do feel like Macca should have let the shackles off a bit more but he will argue that by keeping a rigid shape and playing on the counter got us to 80 mins and 2-1 up. The difference in the end was their firepower off the bench, we can't compete with that. The negatives for me was that Kane once again didn't show enough quality and that we invited them on too much. The positives....we were always in the game, the lads gave it their all, our youth team product superbly captaining the team in such a big game, Dawson looking a decent prospect, a good atmosphere and buzz around the ground. It hurts right now, but I don't think we were anywhere near as bad as what people are suggesting we were Agree with all that. |
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Post by Distant thunder on Mar 3, 2017 22:50:59 GMT
I felt that we battled hard, and could have got a draw.
The penalty was clearly outside the box, and I felt that Horwood dived. That being said, if the ref thought it was a foul, then it should have been a red card as it was an obvious goal scoring opportunity.
I feel that pushing Sam Hughes out to right back did us no favours again. Astles seemed to go to sleep for their second equaliser, and Hudson looked a bit weak for the third.
Richards' biggest problem is that he can't hold the ball up well enough. His first touch usually takes him into trouble. However, he did create the situation that led to the penalty, and he did quite well to get in the way of their player on the line for our second goal.
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Post by TheTheremin on Mar 3, 2017 22:51:13 GMT
Either that, or he's been on the ale all day! Or maybe I'm somebody who has supported this club through thick and thin since 1977, and is seeing a squad this season that makes me feel proud. And maybe you're just out of nappies. |
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Post by capraman on Mar 3, 2017 22:52:39 GMT
Taxi for Hudson and lynch Lynch been unimpressive tonight. harsh man if he keeps them 3 goals out he is prem level!! Team got deeper and deeper and all three goals were unchallenged really thought he dealt with high ball very well under alot of pressure! Tranmere had lots of the ball and were the better side in the end unfortunatley maybe we were guilty of giving them to much respect really |
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Post by soulseal on Mar 3, 2017 22:55:02 GMT
Quite surprised by just how negative people are on this thread. I was at the game and felt that clearly Tranmere were the better team but we fought well and we're always in the game. Shane on Dee106 was quite positive too. Tranmere dominated possession but they never cut us open or force Lynch into any serious work. I do feel like Macca should have let the shackles off a bit more but he will argue that by keeping a rigid shape and playing on the counter got us to 80 mins and 2-1 up. The difference in the end was their firepower off the bench, we can't compete with that. The negatives for me was that Kane once again didn't show enough quality and that we invited them on too much. The positives....we were always in the game, the lads gave it their all, our youth team product superbly captaining the team in such a big game, Dawson looking a decent prospect, a good atmosphere and buzz around the ground. It hurts right now, but I don't think we were anywhere near as bad as what people are suggesting we were Yeah, you're about right with that. Although the result hurts it was a cracking game and atmosphere. |
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Post by paulie on Mar 3, 2017 22:56:19 GMT
Either that, or he's been on the ale all day! Or maybe I'm somebody who has supported this club through thick and thin since 1977, and is seeing a squad this season that makes me feel proud. And maybe you're just out of nappies. Well done you hero! |
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Post by rhodri on Mar 3, 2017 22:56:41 GMT
I think some of the comments a bit harsh. We can't compete with Tranmere financially but we did compete on the field and that is credit to the team. Look at the quality on Tranmere's bench, they would walk into our team but in fairness while Tranmere's quality was evident, there wasn't that much difference between the two teams tonight and a draw would have been a fair result. On the plus side I thought Hughes was brilliant once again but everyone put in a shift apart from Richards who had another stinker. Both O'Brien and Dawson put in decent performances and it's a pity that Mahon was not brought on earlier. The frustrating aspect is why do we play so deep and invite teams to attack us and why do we bring everyone back to defend corners. Seconded. I enjoyed the game. It's evident that we don't have the depth in quality that teams like Tranmere have, but as a whole I felt the team put a good shift in and worked hard. Imagine if Durrell's effort had gone in rather than hit the woodwork in the 1st half, could have been 2-0 and a different result. I hope that Tranmere get a fine for their idiot fans throwing flares on the pitch and those who ran on the pitch. On another note, I arrived just before the Alabi pen so missed the incident before the game in the Harry Mac, and have only heard about it online now. Horrible news, RIP to our fellow blue and condolences to their family and friends |
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Post by Gary Mills on Mar 3, 2017 22:58:31 GMT
Andy Cook running over to celebrate his winning goal in front of your famous H Block was funny!  It was an entertaining game for the neutral. The pitch held up well after a lot of rain. One of the most diabolical penalties I've ever seen! Tranmere ran out worthy winners. Should've been 1-3 Made up one of your supposed rivals won? Bit embarrassing! However, we are used to seeing cringeworthy posts from a toaster like you! |
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Post by Rimmer9 on Mar 3, 2017 22:58:50 GMT
Either that, or he's been on the ale all day! Or maybe I'm somebody who has supported this club through thick and thin since 1977, and is seeing a squad this season that makes me feel proud. And maybe you're just out of nappies. Hes defo been on the ale all day. Reckons hes been watching Chester since 1977! |
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Post by blue murder on Mar 3, 2017 23:02:36 GMT
Unfortunately Kane drifted out of the game after half time and was unable to contribute anything meaningful, and cannot hold up the ball or support alibi. His overall performance was poor, but I can see that he was at least an option in the first half and created a little space for alabi. What I couldn't understand is why Mahon didn't come on sooner and either play up front, or play on the right hand side to relieve the pressure on the defence . I agree that this team is unbalanced as a result of injuries, but surely we could find someone in the squad other than Hughes (or George) who can fill in at right back. Could O'Brien have been worth a try ?
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Post by Goats 'n Roses on Mar 3, 2017 23:02:41 GMT
Andy Cook running over to celebrate his winning goal in front of your famous H Block was funny! It was an entertaining game for the neutral. The pitch held up well after a lot of rain. One of the most diabolical penalties I've ever seen! Tranmere ran out worthy winners. Should've been 1-3 Wrexham fans would have clearly preferred a draw you clown! |
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Post by TheTheremin on Mar 3, 2017 23:02:41 GMT
Or maybe I'm somebody who has supported this club through thick and thin since 1977, and is seeing a squad this season that makes me feel proud. And maybe you're just out of nappies. Well done you hero! Well I've seen it all mate with some fantastic times and all the truly terrible ones too. But I've never once given up and I've never stooped to taking part in bullying campaigns against individual players. |
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Post by MPW on Mar 3, 2017 23:04:08 GMT
Richards isn't up to it and hasn't been consistent enough for a long time. We've desperately needed another forward since Akintunde got injured and I think it's cost us in games since because we've not been able to rotate players.
I seem to recall Macca saying that it was Sharps who saw a lot of potential in Richards and he did do ok at the end of last season and the start of this, but has totally gone off the boil since Sharps left so it does make you wonder.
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Post by TheTheremin on Mar 3, 2017 23:04:39 GMT
Or maybe I'm somebody who has supported this club through thick and thin since 1977, and is seeing a squad this season that makes me feel proud. And maybe you're just out of nappies. Hes defo been on the ale all day. Reckons hes been watching Chester since 1977! Yeah I have been watching Chester since 1977. |
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Post by richard on Mar 3, 2017 23:09:40 GMT
How very, very sad. Sincere condolences to his family and friends RIP fellow Blue |
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Post by Buckley Blue on Mar 3, 2017 23:12:07 GMT
We defend too deep and it always costs us, everytime a ball went into the box I thought Tranmere were going to score. Hudson should never be part of a centre back pairing, play Hughes and Astles and put Hudson at full back if you have to have him on the park. Do not play Richards as he brings next to nothing to the team. Mahon was good when he came on. We could have got something out of that game even though Tranmere were the better footballing team.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2017 23:13:16 GMT
well reading some comments on here I must have been at a different game .yes we sit deep but that is because a better side pushed us back sit higher up field and we get beaten for pace and lose by 5 or6.cant fault the effort .sam was best player on the pitch by a mile .thought richards had a stinker but he got the final touch for the second goal.no complaints from me a great game to watch
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Post by Arrogant Blue on Mar 3, 2017 23:13:26 GMT
The tragic news makes the football tonight seem insignificant to me. Yes I'm gutted but pales into insignificance. RIP.
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Post by Hannibal on Mar 3, 2017 23:19:40 GMT
Well I've seen it all mate with some fantastic times and all the truly terrible ones too. But I've never once given up and I've never stooped to taking part in bullying campaigns against individual players. Not a bullying campaign. Stating facts. He's not good enough for this level. Too lightweight and any potential he has has disappeared. Looking to go down constantly. Someone said he's not as good as Kevin Rapley, who would have been in a worst ever Chester X1. Can't disagree with that. Not even as good as Hobson. |
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Post by Si on Mar 3, 2017 23:26:26 GMT
Well I've seen it all mate with some fantastic times and all the truly terrible ones too. But I've never once given up and I've never stooped to taking part in bullying campaigns against individual players. Not a bullying campaign. Stating facts. He's not good enough for this level. Too lightweight and any potential he has has disappeared. Looking to go down constantly. Someone said he's not as good as Kevin Rapley, who would have been in a worst ever Chester X1. Can't disagree with that. Not even as good as Hobson. Behave. Kane may not be good enough at this level but he offers a lot more than Rapley! |
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Post by Lobster on Mar 3, 2017 23:29:04 GMT
Quite surprised by just how negative people are on this thread. I was at the game and felt that clearly Tranmere were the better team but we fought well and we're always in the game. Shane on Dee106 was quite positive too. Tranmere dominated possession but they never cut us open or force Lynch into any serious work. I do feel like Macca should have let the shackles off a bit more but he will argue that by keeping a rigid shape and playing on the counter got us to 80 mins and 2-1 up. The difference in the end was their firepower off the bench, we can't compete with that. The negatives for me was that Kane once again didn't show enough quality and that we invited them on too much. The positives....we were always in the game, the lads gave it their all, our youth team product superbly captaining the team in such a big game, Dawson looking a decent prospect, a good atmosphere and buzz around the ground. It hurts right now, but I don't think we were anywhere near as bad as what people are suggesting we were Pretty much agree with all of this. I think some people just need to modify their expectations and go a bit easier on the lads. Always disappointing to lose, especially to a late goal, but that's as hard earned a win as Tranmere will get all season. |
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Post by blue murder on Mar 3, 2017 23:29:28 GMT
I am sure I saw Kevin Rapley score once, but cant remember where !
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Post by Si on Mar 3, 2017 23:29:48 GMT
We defend too deep and it always costs us, everytime a ball went into the box I thought Tranmere were going to score. Hudson should never be part of a centre back pairing, play Hughes and Astles and put Hudson at full back if you have to have him on the park. Do not play Richards as he brings next to nothing to the team. Mahon was good when he came on. We could have got something out of that game even though Tranmere were the better footballing team. I think the idea behind playing deep is that Astles and Hudson have no pace so could get caught in behind if we push up. However, sometimes you have to be brave and play that higher line. We don't have good enough protection for the defence to win those 2nd balls that they clear, so it ends up coming back at us - it's a shame George isn't the player we thought he'd be as it's that sort of player we need. |
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Post by Si on Mar 3, 2017 23:30:38 GMT
I am sure I saw Kevin Rapley score once, but cant remember where ! Notts County away |
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Post by marner93 on Mar 3, 2017 23:40:10 GMT
Watching from a dingy pub in Exmouth, I didn't think we did to bad, yeah it was a shit pen, but how many of them have gone against us? Sadly I think our biggest loss this season is Sharps, and it shows. I think a draw would of been a fair result. We had a few chances that should of been taken. The two new lads looked decent enough. Mahon ran them ragged when he came on, needs more minutes on the pitch, he could of had us a goal.
I like Richards his pace should be ripping defences apart. Durrell needs to look up a bit more, a few times there was a player wide open and he'd make a poor choice.
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Post by dabberblue on Mar 3, 2017 23:46:47 GMT
Richards had a very poor game. Felt sorry for Alabi who was left exposed as we went deeper & deeper. However I thought it was a 100% gusty performance against a superior side. A good advert for the league.
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Post by ctid on Mar 3, 2017 23:50:08 GMT
Hudson is terrible end of.
Distribution is one of the worst I've seen at this level.
Too weak and just not good enough.
Hughes and Astles need to be playing together week in week out - They're
a brilliant partnership and the stats back that up.
Dawson looked very tidy and hopefully see more of him in the coming weeks.
I can't blame Lynch for the goals and he's had some brilliant games. I think Roberts is a bit more consistent and maybe should be playing but two very good keepers at this level.
Hopefully Vassell injury isn't too bad as we need him back ASAP.
Alabi is crying out for a better strike partner and to only have 2 strikers (Akintunde been out for most of the season) isn't very good at all. Kane needs competition as gives him kick up the arse!
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Post by Anders on Mar 3, 2017 23:50:43 GMT
I am sure I saw Kevin Rapley score once, but cant remember where ! Notts County away Remember that, rebound from Clare's saved penalty, who was so surprised he celebrated with his pants falling down. Sure he also scored at Halifax in the FA Cup as well. At least he did get a few anyway, I don't recall Steve Finney ever score for us who's my worst! Anyway back to Richards, for me he's useful on his day at this level but can be frustrating. He does often look to go down and is full of loose touches, he never looks to have the ball under control much unlike Alabi. |
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Post by 1paulcarden on Mar 3, 2017 23:51:47 GMT
Proud of that tonight. We ran a team with a chasmic difference in budget close. We've got a very good manager and some decent players (who will need to be replaced). Only thing I'd like to see is if someone can put the goals conceded with Hughes and Astles together against Hudson and Astles. I imagine it's frightening. Hudson is not good enough, but we're a better team without George dawdling around in midfield. UTS.
RIP to the Blue who sadly passed away.
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