I was absolutely delighted for Albie Morgan when he banged that goal in seconds after missing a good chance that he had created superbly.
You could just see from the look on his face a mixture of delight and relief. And great that his team mates seemed so happy for him. Gilbey's congratulations, in particular, that of a wise old head who was delighted for his young team mate.
Amongst all the cries of "get rid of him" we forget sometimes that players like Morgan are young men and the pressure on them when they see and hear stuff like that must be huge. I hope he enjoys that goal over and over tonight.
Not keen on this formation, it'll be interesting to see how we look playing it with a proper wing back in the team. Typical Charlton, signing a player with covid.
We weren’t very good but thankfully Fleetwood were worse. Pleased for Albie, he wasn’t great but played a part in the first and scored so can’t complain. Dobson and Inniss were probably the only two who deserve praise for their performance.
I was under the impression it was a work function, not a party. 😎
One thing is for sure - enjoy watching this lad play while you can.
Sadly, with football being the way it is, if he carries on like this someone is going to come in with a cheeky little bid before long. In fact, if I was in charge of recruitment at a lower Premier League club I'd be keeping a very careful eye on him now with a view to trying to nick him sooner rather than later. And I doubt we'd be able to hold onto him should that happen.
It's so frustrating watching these young lads come through the ranks and burst into our first team only for them to be gone in less than 18 months (if we are lucky).
Fragile first half followed by a superb upbeat second-half and great that two academy players scored (yes I know albie has been a first teamer for a long time but all the same). Akin looked bereft of confidence in the first half. Fleetwood looked very good in attack especially on the right wing. Lee I think is not strong enough to dominate the midfield and I thought we were much better when Alex came on. Overall we all go home happy but need to address the problem of midfield and defence. Chucks makes a big difference when he is on the pitch.
As much as Gilbey has gone off the boil in recent games, I think his general play and forward runs and energy are missed when he’s not playing. I really do think he’s a very good all round midfielder, just needs a bit more consistency and GOALS!!!!!!
First half played out as if it were a game between two mid table teams who were both aware that the chances of a successful season were long gone. It felt very half hearted. I fear that we’ll get quite a few games like that between now and end of April.
However, a win is a win and we needed to stop the rot one way or another.
Lets go all out against Hartlepool and find a way to get to Wembley in the cup.
We got away with that after the First Half performance... This'll probably sound harsh, as dont think any of the efforts from Fleetwood would have overly troubled Henderson either, but still felt comforting having MacGillivray back.
We've Dobson to thank for the most part - I'd love to give Morgan MOTM (as he put in a tireless performance for 60mins). But it feels a bit of a cop out to simply give the plaudits to the one involved in the goals - Could equally argue that its down to Dobson that stopped Fleetwood from creating a lot more.
Defensively, I hate to say it but I'd drop Famewo for Pearce (I'd stick Inniss out wide) - Felt today was a bit of a carry over from the Cheltenham game for our defence, and we need a bit of calming leadership... to be honest, other than being out played by a Premier League Striker; Pearce hasnt done much wrong of late either.
Based on his cameo, I'd also consider having a Midfield of Dobson - Gilbey - Morgan for a short period; Alex came on today like a player with a point to prove (Morgan has done the same these last two games), now I think its Elliot Lee's turn, just stops them from getting too comfortable.
It’s always interesting to see how people interpret games as opposed to you. I think we deserved to win and the second half was better than the first, but I can’t go along with much better second half. A few more chances, definitely. However, I don’t really think we kicked on after we scored. The space opened up again for us right at the end, but I was surprised the goal didn’t lead to more of an onslaught
Saw comments re: Lee needing a rest, which may be fair, but I’m starting to think he’s got very little end product. It’s quite frustrating watching him pick the ball up on the edge of the area, twist and turn and run into the eventual cul-de-sac.
I think Jackson will actually have more questions now off the back of today’s performance as to how to approach Pompey. I would imagine Gilbey will be back in, you can’t drop Morgan after his goal, and does he stick with CBT ahead of Purrington are some that spring to mind.
Sometimes you just need to pickup a win. I sat in the North upper today, after being on the front row of the West near the Manager/Coaches/Players most of the season. A few observations from the game and in general:
- There is definitely no sound coming out of the North stand speakers! In reality them, the stadium can hear the Covered end sing all day long.
- We might have nabbed some points from the past two games with Craig in goal - just a personal feeling
- DJ is a confused Wing back now, unlike the one who was moved from being a forward and played with those instincts. Personally I'd prefer CBT on the right and Purrington on the left. CBT is bigger and more physical than first appears.
- Aneke offers a threat even if on his game or not. The first goal showed this.
- Is it time for Gilbey to take Lee's role, with Albie in the middle. Lee is kind of playing himself out of a contract - very surprised by his recent performances, especially with the crowd singing his name throughout.
- We need to be cleverer than realise than our CBs are not being marked, so to keep passing between them. There's a reason for this. Teams know we generally fluff our attacks and will also make a mistake to gift possession a few times a game.
- Burstow being chosen over Davison and Leko! As an 18 year old, he can only repay in one form. Either an excellent performance or in goals. We have got the latter, so well done to him.
- Innis - always good to see him leading in both boxes. Some hugely underrated headers from him today. If we play a team who play 2 up front, I think we can play Famewo-Pearce-Innis in the back three, comfortably.
The first half was a chess match with Charlton leading the way with possession and Fleetwood making inroads on the counter. We gave them far to much space in behind our backline, but they weren’t ruthless enough to capitalise. They were comfortable enough with leaving the ball to our centre backs and packing the middle. Our midfield couldn’t shake free and our centre backs weren’t careful enough in possession. As the half wore on, we grew into it and made better use of our possession. We had a few opportunities of our own, but we also couldn’t capitalise.
In the second half we began to make headway. Young Mason imposed himself and came up with a goal to reward his efforts and open the scoring.
Dobbo was immense throughout as always, breaking up play and turning defense into attack. He never hides and always seems to be in the right place at the right time. I hope his confidence continues. Chuks played well again, imposing himself and giving their centrebacks something to think about. He banged about for 90 minutes, which should put to bed any health and fitness worries, for now. Alex Gilbey started on the bench again today, but made a big difference in attack when he came on deep in the second half. Perhaps it’s time to start him again, in place of Elliott Lee, who has also found it difficult to make his effort felt. Coming off the bench may suit him and help him find his form again. In terms of being out of the side for an extended period, and then coming back in, Albie Morgan had a good day and was rewarded with a goal to cap off a fine performance. Also, special mention to Innis, whose header put Mason in on goal, and marshaled the defense to limit an in-form Fleetwood. And Corey Blackett-Taylor’s blistering pace kept Fleetwood at bay in the first half, as a primary outlet on the left wing.
Comments
You could just see from the look on his face a mixture of delight and relief. And great that his team mates seemed so happy for him. Gilbey's congratulations, in particular, that of a wise old head who was delighted for his young team mate.
Amongst all the cries of "get rid of him" we forget sometimes that players like Morgan are young men and the pressure on them when they see and hear stuff like that must be huge. I hope he enjoys that goal over and over tonight.
my lips when Morgan buried the second.
We got away with it because they look like relegation fodder on that showing.
But a win's a win.
😎
Just pleased we won. Don't feel much towards this bunch of players.
Sadly, with football being the way it is, if he carries on like this someone is going to come in with a cheeky little bid before long. In fact, if I was in charge of recruitment at a lower Premier League club I'd be keeping a very careful eye on him now with a view to trying to nick him sooner rather than later. And I doubt we'd be able to hold onto him should that happen.
It's so frustrating watching these young lads come through the ranks and burst into our first team only for them to be gone in less than 18 months (if we are lucky).
Thought CBT had his best game for us, Innes excellent as was Dobson. Lee needs a rest , better when Gilby came on.
All we have left is a possible day at Wembley.
I will not be happy if we don’t go for it Tuesday with the best possible team.
Lose Tuesday and season is over.
A couple of sublime touches, then he drives it wide. Would have been great for his confidence - and my belief for that matter.
Surrounded by clueless freebies/halfies.
Not the best day I've known at The Valley.
Ryan Inniss the stand-out player.
However, a win is a win and we needed to stop the rot one way or another.
Lets go all out against Hartlepool and find a way to get to Wembley in the cup.
We've Dobson to thank for the most part - I'd love to give Morgan MOTM (as he put in a tireless performance for 60mins). But it feels a bit of a cop out to simply give the plaudits to the one involved in the goals - Could equally argue that its down to Dobson that stopped Fleetwood from creating a lot more.
Defensively, I hate to say it but I'd drop Famewo for Pearce (I'd stick Inniss out wide) - Felt today was a bit of a carry over from the Cheltenham game for our defence, and we need a bit of calming leadership... to be honest, other than being out played by a Premier League Striker; Pearce hasnt done much wrong of late either.
Based on his cameo, I'd also consider having a Midfield of Dobson - Gilbey - Morgan for a short period; Alex came on today like a player with a point to prove (Morgan has done the same these last two games), now I think its Elliot Lee's turn, just stops them from getting too comfortable.
Saw comments re: Lee needing a rest, which may be fair, but I’m starting to think he’s got very little end product. It’s quite frustrating watching him pick the ball up on the edge of the area, twist and turn and run into the eventual cul-de-sac.
DJ was pretty anonymous as the game went on.
- There is definitely no sound coming out of the North stand speakers! In reality them, the stadium can hear the Covered end sing all day long.
- We might have nabbed some points from the past two games with Craig in goal - just a personal feeling
- DJ is a confused Wing back now, unlike the one who was moved from being a forward and played with those instincts. Personally I'd prefer CBT on the right and Purrington on the left. CBT is bigger and more physical than first appears.
- Aneke offers a threat even if on his game or not. The first goal showed this.
- Is it time for Gilbey to take Lee's role, with Albie in the middle. Lee is kind of playing himself out of a contract - very surprised by his recent performances, especially with the crowd singing his name throughout.
- We need to be cleverer than realise than our CBs are not being marked, so to keep passing between them. There's a reason for this. Teams know we generally fluff our attacks and will also make a mistake to gift possession a few times a game.
- Burstow being chosen over Davison and Leko! As an 18 year old, he can only repay in one form. Either an excellent performance or in goals. We have got the latter, so well done to him.
- Innis - always good to see him leading in both boxes. Some hugely underrated headers from him today. If we play a team who play 2 up front, I think we can play Famewo-Pearce-Innis in the back three, comfortably.