An excellent away point at one of the better Championship teams and one riding a wave of confidence following their start to the season. Most of us would have taken a point before kick off but this was certainly not one of those achieved whilst spending most of the afternoon on the back foot. 

We defended outstandingly well whilst still carrying a goal threat and could easily have snatched it, although I thought a draw was a fair result on the balance of play. 

We had a slightly sticky first 10-15 minutes, with City’s speed and movement threatening to open us up. We did, however, get to grips with them and came right back into the game.

The second half saw short spells with both sides in the ascendency but we certainly finished the stronger, forcing Vitek into two good saves.

Our three central defenders were outstanding, with Ramsay turning in a tremendous performance, although such is the man’s talent and consistency that we now almost expect it on a weekly basis.

Apter played very well and Campbell also troubled the opposition with his pace and some crisp link up play. As was the case last week, the introduction of Leaburn, Olaofe and Knibbs gave us fresh impetus in the latter stages and the latter almost popped up with another injury time winner following Apter’s fine cross.

It’s early days but the determination, work rate, professionalism and quality of the team bodes well for the next nine months. I’m really looking forward to the Leicester game next week - if they don’t come to The Valley with the right attitude, they are in for a nasty surprise.

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