superblue24
Director
Loss for me, I've seen nothing in recent games to indicate the team is prepared to fight hard for the a Play Off spot. Other teams just seem hungrier than us at the moment.
-
Welcome to the ShrimperZone forums.
You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which only gives you limited access.
Existing Users:.
Please log-in using your existing username and password. If you have any problems, please see below.
New Users:
Join our free community now and gain access to post topics, communicate privately with other members, respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and free. Click here to join.
Fans from other clubs
We welcome and appreciate supporters from other clubs who wish to engage in sensible discussion. Please feel free to join as above but understand that this is a moderated site and those who cannot play nicely will be quickly removed.
Assistance Required
For help with the registration process or accessing your account, please send a note using the Contact us link in the footer, please include your account name. We can then provide you with a new password and verification to get you on the site.
Pre-Match Thread Bristol Rovers v Southend United
mattytheshrimper
Members
We're hitting bad form at a bad time which unfortunately I can only see the play-offs getting further and further away. IF that does happen it will be a massive shame considering the fantastic run we have been on over the past 20+ games whilst at times playing some excellent football.
I can only see us losing on Saturday although of course I hope I am wrong. After such a good run maybe I am expecting too much but on Saturday I was very disappointed but the lack of quality and also many big players not showing up. Wordsworth performance was the biggest down side for me as he didn't want the ball and when he did get it he couldn't complete simple passes all game long. We all know he's better than that. We need our big players to stand up and make the end of the season a good one and see where it gets us.
I can only see us losing on Saturday although of course I hope I am wrong. After such a good run maybe I am expecting too much but on Saturday I was very disappointed but the lack of quality and also many big players not showing up. Wordsworth performance was the biggest down side for me as he didn't want the ball and when he did get it he couldn't complete simple passes all game long. We all know he's better than that. We need our big players to stand up and make the end of the season a good one and see where it gets us.
Massimo Giovanni
Old Timer⭐⭐
Without any up dates from the club, (or CP, or spies at training), I hope PB has an almost full, fit squad to select from.
I don't expect any changes from the back 4 line up and GK.
The midfield was, IMO, the main failure on Saturday; but I don't think there will be too much change with MacL starting alongside Woody, Lenny and Willo so we have some width and runners into space. Woody and MacL being more active forward than defense minded. Tims, McG or Amos to replace any who don't "show" well.
If Ranger is fit then he will start with Cox, if not then Theo and Cox: with MAF replacing whoever gets tired/injured.
I expect PB has spent days trying to erase the slow slow side side mentality AND away from home on a large pitch, on the counter attack, they will know the plan.
That is me, nailed my flag to the mast!
How about some of the "post match hindsight" experts/PB knockers giving their ideas some type?:unsure: or is that not the way?
I don't expect any changes from the back 4 line up and GK.
The midfield was, IMO, the main failure on Saturday; but I don't think there will be too much change with MacL starting alongside Woody, Lenny and Willo so we have some width and runners into space. Woody and MacL being more active forward than defense minded. Tims, McG or Amos to replace any who don't "show" well.
If Ranger is fit then he will start with Cox, if not then Theo and Cox: with MAF replacing whoever gets tired/injured.
I expect PB has spent days trying to erase the slow slow side side mentality AND away from home on a large pitch, on the counter attack, they will know the plan.
That is me, nailed my flag to the mast!
How about some of the "post match hindsight" experts/PB knockers giving their ideas some type?:unsure: or is that not the way?
Harry Bullocks
President⭐⭐
Do'h :blush:
PB will probably start with one winger. Either of the Macs. Back four and GK same barring injuries.
Fortune and Cox up front if both fit.
Ranger, Robinson to come on for either of the forwards, and one of the Macs barring injuries or any cards.
Fortune and Cox up front if both fit.
Ranger, Robinson to come on for either of the forwards, and one of the Macs barring injuries or any cards.
Haven't seen/heard anything otherwise, so can't imagine it being an issue!
Bratislava Blue
Manager
I agree 3 points on Saturday followed by a point on Tuesday against Coventry and I'll be happy with that return.
I think that the appointment of Robins at Coventry, even though it's far too late to save them, could bring about an upturn in form.
UTB! :happy:
Rattus Norvegicus
Dullard
Agreed - Coventry have been close to getting some wins under their belt so it could be that some tweaking and additional motivation could make all the difference - let's see how they get on at home to Bradford this weekend. Bradford have won 2 and drawn 2 of their last 4 games.
Barling Magna
President⭐
- Joined
- Dec 14, 2010
- Messages
- 11,711
We should gain at least a point on Saturday. One win in their past seven games doesn't bode well for Rovers versus our hungry forwards......
southend4ever
I used to play a little.
- Joined
- Oct 24, 2003
- Messages
- 8,758
We recently went into battle with the draw specialists, Gillingham, and lost. I see us turning up and playing these boys off the park in a dominant 3-1 win.
LBBlue
Manager⭐
Yes but they have not lost in 8 including playing 4 of the top 5 and only conceded 4 goals in those 8 games. Nil-nil or one-all all over it.
kentblues
Director⭐
- Joined
- Oct 28, 2009
- Messages
- 9,595
Which is why it will be a 4-2
Sounds right if fit (although if Ranger isn't fit then Fortune rather than Robinson needs to play).
Subs Bexon, White, Amos, McGlashan, Bridge, Robinson, Fortune
1-1 written all over it for me. Hopefully i'm wrong and we will take all 3 points away. I would be happy with a point though.
But 3 points is a must though at Coventry to make up for the recent unfortunate results at Port Vale & Gillingham.
But 3 points is a must though at Coventry to make up for the recent unfortunate results at Port Vale & Gillingham.
- Joined
- Aug 13, 2008
- Messages
- 8,885
They've reduced their programme price for this one to £2 for anyone heading to the Mem who is interested http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news...ramme-price-reduced-for-southend-3616691.aspx
Rattus Norvegicus
Dullard
Anyone have tips about places to eat and/or drink in the area?
Napster
No ⭐
Ranger's training with the squad on Instagram so guess he's fit.
Tangled up in Blue
Certified Senior Citizen⭐
Is that how players prove they're training these days? :winking:
Tampa Blue
Director⭐
Has he ever been fit??
Heard that Ranger is not the best trainer at the club and that is a major reason why he keeps getting these niggly injuries.
Hope they get sorted as we need Ranger on the pitch - not in the treatment room.
ShrimperZone Sponsors
ShrimperZone - Player Sponsorship
Southend United Away Travel
All At Sea Fanzine
