Great win but slightly worried we have 2 forwards injured, 1 who needs to be managed through 90 mins and another who is still getting to fitness. Stay amongst it and the transfer window could be exciting.
If there was something rotten in the state of Denmark after the last two games, there is something worse in the county of Suffolk and the town of Ipswich. We fashioned a pretty honest and committed reaction, but there was less to beat than i was expecting before the game. Still we're a work in progress, and goodness knows if we will ever have a settled and consistent team on the pitch, too many round pegs remain in square holes, and too many other pegs await repair. In the light of our player choice problems, and the impetus we had before the international break, Lee Bowyer and the management team are getting back into the groove...today with credit. We are about three points ahead of the target equivalent of win at home draw away, which will be a bigger factor as fans are allowed back into grounds, and by my reckoning 8 more wins to avoid relegation. I sense Lambert's days are numbered.
Ps. Glad Bows listened to me & went with starting with Aneke rather than bringing him on in the 2nd half. The stats between us scoring first & going on to win to conceding first & losing would make interesting reading.
And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “This is Aneke, my Chosen One; listen to me!”
An excellent response to Tuesday’s debacle and a richly deserved three points.
We delivered a far more cohesive performance and the structure and shape of the team was very much better from front to back. We were also assisted, in no little measure, by an absence of any footling around at the back and the ability of Chuks Aneke to win most of the long balls played up to him and either drive at the Ipswich defence or hold the ball up and bring others into play.
We had a couple of awkward moments early on. Gunter found himself on the wrong side of Norwood, who put the ball just over, whilst Pratters’ unsuccessful attempt to shepherd the ball out for a goal kick nearly cost us. Those errors didn’t cost us and, thereafter, our makeshift centre back pairing defended very well, as did the whole side. Save for an excellent save by Amos from a flicked header following a dangerous free kick, we were largely untroubled and Ipswich created next to nothing in the second half, albeit that their cause wasn’t helped by Norwood’s injury.
Albie’s goal following some nice interplay on the right sent us in ahead at half time and Bogle’s finish midway through the second half put the game to bed.
Watson had a fine game, shielding the back four and moving the ball simply and effectively. There was another bravura performance from Albie Morgan, who covered a huge amount of ground, got in numerous blocks and tackles and showed a level of quality on the ball which was an absolute cut above. Shinnie completed the trio and, as well as contributing defensively, on occasions, also looked to get forward positively whenever the opportunity presented itself. Jonny Williams, in the advanced role, had a mixed start to the game but picked up as it went on.
Up top, Chuks had an outstanding 70 minutes, winning practically everything in the air and generally terrorising the Ipswich defence. He looked pretty unplayable and let’s hope he’s in the same mood on Wednesday against his own mates at MK Dons. Smyth looked lively enough in the first half but was a little short on composure and quality at times. We dropped off 10 yards after Chuks substitution, partly because we lost his ability to hold up the ball, although that was perhaps always on the cards with a 2-0 lead.
Ipswich were very poor, even allowing for their rash of injuries and they certainly didn't look like a side who had won their first six home games prior to the 3-0 defeat by Hull on Tuesday. I lost count of the number of their mishit and overhit passes, many of which went straight into touch. We were comfortable winners and, as we have done often this season, managed and saw the game out efficiently.
A big bonus to get this game played today on 2nd Round FA Cup day as, apart from getting ourselves up to third in the table, it takes it out of the already packed December schedule. Roll on Wednesday and let's hope Washington is fit to play.
What a pleasure to get that result after the last couple of shit matches . it makes me read the whole thread rather than skim through it and I do find I’m not in a rush to unload my anger on to the post match thread rather than the family(weirdo) it scares me how index linked my mood is to this poxy football club . No wonder I’m a miserable Cnut most of the time .
That completed a miserable November for Ipswich with 1 win and 5 losses, albeit 2 of them in cup matches . They looked weaker and weaker as the game went on . Stronger finishers will punish our makeshift centre half pairing but it is what it is and we’ll take what we can grab . That was a very good workmanlike performance and just what the doctor ordered . Looks like we might have to grind promotion out in 2nd gear with our injury record and made of glass squad .
Bogles moodiness at his goal doesn’t inspire me to his current mindset , I expect the same reaction from Maddison’s first league goal .
Getting 70 minutes out of Aneke, don't mess around at the back, and surprise surprise we go back to looking like one of the strongest outfits in the division.
4 points out of 9 is not a great return this week so it's important to get another 3 points on Wednesday.
We'd obviously have wanted more at the start of the week but 4 points isn't a disaster. Yesterday saved the week really.
Next 6 games are all 'easier' fixtures so we just need to make sure we go on a little run again. 14 points minimum from the next 6 games and we'll be sitting very nicely up there before the tougher run of 3 games against Peterborough, Hull and Accrington.
Our problem is that the easier games are where we seem to come undone so Bowyer needs to address that. We've taken 10 points from 12 against Sunderland, Pompey, Fleetwood and Ipswich so if we can sort it out v the so-called lesser sides we'll be well on the way to promotion.
i'd just like to say that 'The Gladiator has entered the arena' - If Chucks stays fit all season, he will become one of the most sought after centre forwards in the country - i'm convinced that nonsense about him being a number 10 or tip of the diamond thing was only coz Taylor was number 9. He's got a bit of everything in his locker, we just have to keep all his muscles in working order.
i'd just like to say that 'The Gladiator has entered the arena' - If Chucks stays fit all season, he will become one of the most sought after centre forwards in the country - i'm convinced that nonsense about him being a number 10 or tip of the diamond thing was only coz Taylor was number 9. He's got a bit of everything in his locker, we just have to keep all his muscles in working order.
Think you're right. Just because a forward likes the ball to feet and can run with it, he's a No.10. No he's not....he's an effective target man, which additional attributes.
Aneke wins far more headers than I was expecting and seems to have developed that side of his game. Not quite at Yann and Bartlett (and Tees by all accounts) levels but a great outlet to have.
Bowyer went back to basics today, defenders do defending an not try to play football between themselves, and everyone else do what there supposed to do. Simple and effective. Surprise surprise it worked!!. Thought Albie was first class today covered every blade as they say.Also think jonnie Williams did ok. But generally good and professional all round, what the hell was Tuesday all about!!!. C’mon you reds!!.
Ipswich were always going to make a game of it and as a result create more space for the likes of Shinnie | Morgan | Williams to exploit
What we need to learn from Lincoln and Burton is how to beat the teams that'll crowd out our creative players, who'll give no space so that when we pump it long, they themselves can pick up the second balls or if we play it to feet ensure that we dont have options to get it round them - I worry at times that if we play too much long ball against the majority of sides in this Division then we're lowering ourselves to their tactics a bit much
Bob Paisley once said "Its not the long ball or the short ball,its the right ball"all the time we have a target man like Aneke we should use him.Also look at the amount of long balls Liverpool play.
Aneke can do it all really. Highly impressed. Need to make the most of him as there's a big different in intensity/body's requirements between L1 and Championship.
Bound up with a work deadline yesterday so didn’t even dare look at the score before collapsing into sleep. As it is I’ve enjoyed a splendidly leisurely read of all the press articles and a thorough read of the in game and post match thread.
I will also admit to sneaking looks at the table every 15 mins just to check it’s not lying.
The re-assuring tweets from cafcSUPPORTERStrust, Lauren and BenjyN’s excellent article about the position with PE’s mate the Dental Accountant have only added to the smile.
Great win but slightly worried we have 2 forwards injured, 1 who needs to be managed through 90 mins and another who is still getting to fitness. Stay amongst it and the transfer window could be exciting.
Three forwards if you include Smyth, when we hear the extent of his injury from yesterday
It is unfair to call Aneke a big lump as there is a very gifted footballer in there too. But he is a handful for defenders. He played a major part in both goals.
And to think that many people laughed at and disagreed with me when I said at the start of the season that Aneke will be a real asset for us should we find a way of keeping him fit throughout the season!
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We fashioned a pretty honest and committed reaction, but there was less to beat than i was expecting before the game.
Still we're a work in progress, and goodness knows if we will ever have a settled and consistent team on the pitch, too many round pegs remain in square holes, and too many other pegs await repair. In the light of our player choice problems, and the impetus we had before the international break, Lee Bowyer and the management team are getting back into the groove...today with credit.
We are about three points ahead of the target equivalent of win at home draw away, which will be a bigger factor as fans are allowed back into grounds, and by my reckoning 8 more wins to avoid relegation.
I sense Lambert's days are numbered.
And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “This is Aneke, my Chosen One; listen to me!”
Lee 9:35
Busy picking out his Range Rover.
We delivered a far more cohesive performance and the structure and shape of the team was very much better from front to back. We were also assisted, in no little measure, by an absence of any footling around at the back and the ability of Chuks Aneke to win most of the long balls played up to him and either drive at the Ipswich defence or hold the ball up and bring others into play.
We had a couple of awkward moments early on. Gunter found himself on the wrong side of Norwood, who put the ball just over, whilst Pratters’ unsuccessful attempt to shepherd the ball out for a goal kick nearly cost us. Those errors didn’t cost us and, thereafter, our makeshift centre back pairing defended very well, as did the whole side. Save for an excellent save by Amos from a flicked header following a dangerous free kick, we were largely untroubled and Ipswich created next to nothing in the second half, albeit that their cause wasn’t helped by Norwood’s injury.
Albie’s goal following some nice interplay on the right sent us in ahead at half time and Bogle’s finish midway through the second half put the game to bed.
Watson had a fine game, shielding the back four and moving the ball simply and effectively. There was another bravura performance from Albie Morgan, who covered a huge amount of ground, got in numerous blocks and tackles and showed a level of quality on the ball which was an absolute cut above. Shinnie completed the trio and, as well as contributing defensively, on occasions, also looked to get forward positively whenever the opportunity presented itself. Jonny Williams, in the advanced role, had a mixed start to the game but picked up as it went on.
Up top, Chuks had an outstanding 70 minutes, winning practically everything in the air and generally terrorising the Ipswich defence. He looked pretty unplayable and let’s hope he’s in the same mood on Wednesday against his own mates at MK Dons. Smyth looked lively enough in the first half but was a little short on composure and quality at times. We dropped off 10 yards after Chuks substitution, partly because we lost his ability to hold up the ball, although that was perhaps always on the cards with a 2-0 lead.
Ipswich were very poor, even allowing for their rash of injuries and they certainly didn't look like a side who had won their first six home games prior to the 3-0 defeat by Hull on Tuesday. I lost count of the number of their mishit and overhit passes, many of which went straight into touch. We were comfortable winners and, as we have done often this season, managed and saw the game out efficiently.
A big bonus to get this game played today on 2nd Round FA Cup day as, apart from getting ourselves up to third in the table, it takes it out of the already packed December schedule. Roll on Wednesday and let's hope Washington is fit to play.
it makes me read the whole thread rather than skim through it and I do find I’m not in a rush to unload my anger on to the post match thread rather than the family(weirdo) it scares me how index linked my mood is to this poxy football club . No wonder I’m a miserable Cnut most of the time .
That completed a miserable November for Ipswich with 1 win and 5 losses, albeit 2 of them in cup matches .
They looked weaker and weaker as the game went on .
Stronger finishers will punish our makeshift centre half pairing but it is what it is and we’ll take what we can grab .
That was a very good workmanlike performance and just what the doctor ordered .
Looks like we might have to grind promotion out in 2nd gear with our injury record and made of glass squad .
Next 6 games are all 'easier' fixtures so we just need to make sure we go on a little run again. 14 points minimum from the next 6 games and we'll be sitting very nicely up there before the tougher run of 3 games against Peterborough, Hull and Accrington.
Our problem is that the easier games are where we seem to come undone so Bowyer needs to address that. We've taken 10 points from 12 against Sunderland, Pompey, Fleetwood and Ipswich so if we can sort it out v the so-called lesser sides we'll be well on the way to promotion.
I will also admit to sneaking looks at the table every 15 mins just to check it’s not lying.
The re-assuring tweets from cafcSUPPORTERStrust, Lauren and BenjyN’s excellent article about the position with PE’s mate the Dental Accountant have only added to the smile.
Very good analysis on Ipswich in this local paper article, pretty damning really