A really good solid win - fair play to us for bouncing back. A few observations....
I think defensively we look a little complacent. I think we are so used to having the lions share of the ball that when its time to do the basics, we forget to flick the switch. I want to see us with more bite and aggression when picking up the second balls - more urgency! More primal instinct defending. Its interesting that we have signed Mcnally who is supposed to be very good at that.
We must do better stopping crosses coming in. Ruffels and Long have many qualities, but its too easy to get a yard or two on these two and deliver something dangerous. It doesn't help when the likes of Shodipo doesn't bust a gut to help out. We need to keep working with Shodipo because he has attacking talent but poor awareness regarding other duties.
Elliot Lee looks superb and a fantastic first touch and finish for his goal. Lovely balance, technique and energy. Looks a great signing.
Brandon Barker - a game changer. Pace, power, skill and a good goal tonight after good work from Forde. When he takes people on, it looks as if he's playing with his kids in the garden. Obviously a level above where we are. Insane work to get hold of him. Really important to have him available as a lot of our work is narrow and intricate. He gives us a little something else.
Really excited for Saturday. I would like to see Stevens, Forde (if Long injured), Ruffels, Moore, Atkinson, Gorrin, Sykes, Brannigan, Winnall, Lee and Barker start.