The Southend autopsy

Yep sadly the guy is way out of his depth but was a joke appointment from the start. As I stated on another thread though the problems run far deeper than just the manager. All fears from the 2nd half of last season are being realised. Different personnel but very much the same story on the pitch. We are in a mess and only going one way. I really fear for us

 

It is going to be interesting listening to Collins post match interview.

 

No point in CPR for this one, it was stone cold dead.

 

Seriously, are there any positives to take out of this?

 

" Well today we managed 2 shots on target, I could see some positives " will probably be his take on this defeat.

 

He is out of his depth but with no one else willing to take the job has stepped forward. Wrong man but do I blame him yes in a small way but those above are the real villains.

 

Bloody hell, 3 weeks into the season, and I'm totally pissed off already. Its going to be a long hard season of struggle.
I have finally lost patience with the owners, the fault lies squarely with them for this shambles, I actually feel sorry for their puppet Collins.

No idea what the answer is whilst these clowns are running ( or ruining ) our beloved club.

Please Mr Tordoff, come and rescue us

 

Cause of death given when the team sheet was handed in. Collins arrested on suspicion of murder. Of football.

 

Due to holidays I rarely get to see City play in August but it appears I am missing nothing. Not sure when I'll drag myself down to VP if it's as bad as it looks to be. Grass growing at home - it's quite exciting!

 

Makes me laugh how fans and clearly Collins blamed Riley at half time, then 15 minutes after half time we are 2 down both from our right. It was clear that it was system not personal that was to blame, he was left 3 against 1 at times, with no winger or central mid tucking in to help. He's the one player I feel for today, even Meredith would have been mullered.

 

Managed to listen to this debacle on iFollow today whilst on holiday, I am now totally depressed. This isn’t teething problems, there are no signs of us as a team being able to get our act together.

 

4-4-2 next match. Get some experience in the back line.

Mellor at right back. Brilliant right back last season and scored goals. Used to this league and looks physical. Riley needs some time out. First season playing consistent football. Needs a check and a programme of some bits to work on.

Center backs of McGowan and kilgallon. These two should know each other a bit and should be able to lead a back line with their respective experience. Let’s give kilgallon his extension after 50 games if that’s what it is. He deserves it and will add some much needed stability back there. If he gets another 12 months so what. Someone will take him off of our hands if Scottish clubs were interested in the summer.

Left back has to sadly be Chicksen. As bad as he is. No one else. Maybe just tell him to defend and leave the attacking to others. Concentrate on that. Maybe give wood a chance.

Midfield has to be players who can get about the pitch and will stick a foot in and press. Coalville with Akpan? Struggling otherwise. Need reeves back to push them. Wright is not a captain. Sorry but he’s not.

Left wing, Payne? Will have to do a job so we can get 2 up front. Seems good enough on the ball and can always drift inside as the game goes on.

Scannell out right and make him a bustling winger like we were promised. Jamie Lawrence mould.

Two up front. Miller and Doyle. Get some crosses in the box.

 

You mean Miller?

 

Sorry Miller yeah

 

The guy talks in cliches. Moans about a lack of composure but doesn't pick Mr composure himself, player of the year, Matt Killgallon.

 

Killa in. End of

 

Only positive from this game they only scored 2.

 

Well said. Unfortunately, it is easy for Rahic to hide behind others and also to let them take the blame, although clearly lots of people can see straight through that.