Team vs. Stevenage

[Steve]

With Osano back tomorrow, I think Justin has a very tough decision to make at the back. I've been mulling it over all day and I would like to see Dale, Robbo, Stuart, Osano and Corcoran (who was impressive on Tues). However, I can't think of a reason to drop Downer.

I think the other tough decision for JE is 442 or 433. I'm no tactician and so can't go into detail about the pros and cons of each, but in such a big game I would feel a lot 'safer' with 442 tomorrow. This also gives Pattison a chance, as I think without Tommo we lack creativity, and IMO Pattison is a player who could give us that spark. Saying that the 433 seems to be working well, and is getting the best out of Louis, so I think I'd take the risk.

I think that playing Wolly could give us the creative spark, although I wouldn't start him as I don't think he contributes much else to the team. Not sure about Farrell either, thought he was pants on Tuesday although his set pieces were superb, and for that reason I would keep him in. I don't think playing Cliff and Louis would work, and I'm not sure Sam would make an impact.

So, I would play:
Roberts
Corcoran Osano Stuart Robinson
Byrne Terry Porter
O'Connor Louis Farrell

Subs Day, Downer, Pattison, Wolly, Cliff

Any thoughts???

[BartonRaz]

Downer and Stuart are forming a great partnership i would be extremely reluctant to break that up.

JE has indeed got a big headache, but a good one to have. I think we look better at the back with Osano but Corcoran is (clearly) a goal threat.

Couldn't call it, but personally i would go with Osano.

[Harry]

Isn't it lovely to have this kind of problem??


I'd go with Downer, Stuart, Robbo and Osano in the back 4.

As has been mentioned Corcoran is a goal threat, so maybe if we were losing with not too long to go we could bring him on to up the pressure from set pieces.

[Turveyman]

Can't see him dropping Corcoran after two goals in two games so JE will go with the eleven that started against Eastbourne. I think Osano will be on the bench in place of Pattinson. Smith will keep Akurang off the bench.

[Pigman]

Corky will definately come in for some stick after his sending off for the tackle on Wilson at their place - I understand he's still struggling to recover from the injury - I say if it ain't broke (no pun intended re: Wilson), don't fix it - same starting 11 as Tuesday with Tomlin and Osano on the bench - I'd also go for a 4-4-2 system against Stevenage - we need a competitive midfield tomorrow !!

[Three of Diamonds]

I'd keep the Eastbourne starting eleven as well. Did anyone else notice that Byrne was taken off feeling unwell according to the ET ? Hope he's better.

[OundleDiamond]

Corky will definately come in for some stick after his sending off for the tackle on Wilson at their place - I understand he's still struggling to recover from the injury - I say if it ain't broke (no pun intended re: Wilson), don't fix it - same starting 11 as Tuesday with Tomlin and Osano on the bench - I'd also go for a 4-4-2 system against Stevenage - we need a competitive midfield tomorrow !!

Is suspended still unfortunately.

[Pigman]

Corky will definately come in for some stick after his sending off for the tackle on Wilson at their place - I understand he's still struggling to recover from the injury - I say if it ain't broke (no pun intended re: Wilson), don't fix it - same starting 11 as Tuesday with Tomlin and Osano on the bench - I'd also go for a 4-4-2 system against Stevenage - we need a competitive midfield tomorrow !!

Is suspended still unfortunately.

Of course he is :oops:

[rushandd]

Isn't it lovely to have this kind of problem??


I'd go with Downer, Stuart, Robbo and Osano in the back 4.

As has been mentioned Corcoran is a goal threat, so maybe if we were losing with not too long to go we could bring him on to up the pressure from set pieces.

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[Rdfc91]

Osano right wing. ;)