Most liked posts in thread: Home v Plymouth Feb 29th

I just think we got a terrific result today. We needed a win after the last two games, and against a tough opposition we’ve got a great result. They couldn’t handle Connolly at all. And Reeves took charge in the middle and ran the show in that area of the pitch. Good stuff, City.

 

Akpan is the worst Midfielder we’ve had in a long time - the man is horrific

 

Can’t believe people moaning about Reeves, it’s not easy playing in midfield on your own you know. As for his sidekick he has the heart of a pea, the game just simply passed him by.

I’m afraid Donaldson looks every bit of his 37 years.

The positives, Wood yet again, Connolly and BRE had his best game for months and of course the 3 points

 

Hes been playing with a dislocated first touch ever since we signed him.

 

My only moan is that we should have completely killed that game off in the second half with the chances created. To counter that, at least the chances were being created. Wasn't that long ago under Bowyer we struggled to create anything.

 

Once Lowe made his two half time subs we could see he was saying we have nothing to lose we'll go for it which to their credit they did, but do we make life hard for ourselves, three glorious chance to extend our lead Novak should have done better but Donaldson's miss was right up there with sitters of the past, we should have coasted this game without a Plymouth reply, 3/4/5 - 0 onto Salford with a bit of confidence from a clean sheet but no not Bradford City we have to finish the game clinging on against 9 men.
Given how the pitch looked both teams tried to play football, today Connolly was unplayable, he had the Plymouth full back in his pocket most times he went forward and rightly was named MOTM.

 

Not a lot to disagree with there. Except I don’t get all this criticism of Novak. I’m waiting to see what he offers when the ground isn’t so heavy. He works hard for me.

 

I agree rocket. I'm not disputing that the pitch was awful, or that we made hard work of what should have been a comfortable win, or that the way we invite pressure on ourselves late in games isn't a worry, but despite all of that (and the fact that it was bloody freezing), I thoroughly enjoyed the game and came away not only happy with the 3 points but also feeling I'd been entertained. Not often I've been able to say that this season.

 

Akpan had his shoulder replaced at half time? Didn't realise we had spares in the changing room.

 

I think he has talent - application is his problem. Did you see him away to Burton last season? He was an absolute beast. Proper box to box, imposing, strong in the tackle, scored a goal, nearly got a second. Clearly out to prove a point to his old club. It actually annoyed me, because whilst I understand that no player can knock it out of the park every game, to have 1 single stand out performance in 2 years is shambolic. He showed what we was capable of when he's 'up for it'. But generally he doesn't look fit, doesn't look arsed, doesn't play like he wants to be the best version of himself. I can't wait for him to be let go.

 

You're right, but there should only be one name being derided today.

Akpan is on a different level.

The worst player we've had in years and years.

 

I thought that Connolly had pace and effort but never any end product. I apologise to him after his strike for the winning goal today. It capped a very good performance. I thought Reeves and Wood also played well.
Akpan was awful again. I do hope Cooke comes back into the side in his place.

 

So happy to see a win on my first home game attendance, was rocking the front row and really got into the spirit of the game after the second goal, my cousin told me I was screaming my lungs out and I didn't even realise it! Will be attending against Leyton too! Looking forward to the atmosphere again

One thing sad is I couldn't manage to get my hand on the matchday programme... probably my fault for being so nervous to get in... my bag got stuck in the turnstiles! Haha.

The food is also hella overpriced.. and damn is the Hot chcolate only good for warming your hands.. tasted awful. The amount of easy goals we missed too was a little frustrating but made the game a lot more tense...

All in all we loved it. Hopefully he'll become a regular and so will I, season tickets next season too hopefully!

 

I applauded the team yesterday, a good win under terrible conditions. I do think Stuart is turning the team around and we can still make the playoffs. What does annoy me is the whinging from fellow City fans after the game yesterday. We had beaten a team fourth in the league on a good run under terrible conditions . I don’t think nobody had a poor game and all put the effort in with good performances from Reeves and Wood in particular .
Maybe it’s me just an Old Skool Football Fan.

 

And correct me if I’m wrong Bowyer rated him so highly as to sign him twice AND at the beginning of the season start him at left back ahead of Wood. Unbelievable.

 

Have a look at this from the kop superb strike from Dylan.....

 

That is literally the shittest match report I can remember reading.

Granted I don't read many opposition site's match reports, but wow - it's unprofessional waffle of the highest order.

 

Listen to park, he's got great football nonce.

 

Hope we see Devitt Saturday and welcome back Cooke

 

Well they dont seem to fancy a scrap on a horrendous pitch.

Blustery and cold.

Best 45 from us for ages.