Pre-Match Thread Stevenage (H)

[amsemp]

Bentley

White Bolger Prosser Coker

Worrall, Leonard, Clifford, Weston

Barnard Coulthirst

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First trip to the Hall this season for me, can't wait to get back!

Don't like not seeing Hurst in the team but he hasn't been great of late and loss of form is the reason it's great to have competition for places. Coulthirst will be big for us this season. Just needs to iron out a few creases and be more composed in front of goal as he has a tendency to snatch at shots. It will all come with time, but I can see him getting 15+ goals this season if he gets a decent run in the side.

 

[Steven Dalley]

Bentley

White Bolger Prosser Coker

Worrall, Leonard, Clifford, Weston

Barnard Coulthirst

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I like the look of this line-up. To be honest, I'm also happy with Corr playing instead of Barnard. especially with 2 proper wingers to put in some good crosses. Hurst and Payne available from the bench if/when needed, to try to open up the game a little more. Looks a strong team to me.

 

[Zeuss]

I'd go for:

Bentley
White Ibenfeldt Bolger Coker
Worrall Clifford Leonard Weston
Corr Coulthirst

Absolutely.Spot on.Someone agrees with me at last!
Worrall was hitting excellent ,accurate crosses on Tuesday.I am sure Corr would have converted one or more of them.Barnard looked fitter and up for it but just doesn't look like scoring.
Prosser's woeful distribution was emphasized because Walsall did what others will do and left him as the free man who had to make a pass forwards-to the opposition mostly.
Weston made things happen when he came on.Payne will be good to bring on after about an hour,I'm sure he can shoot more powerfully.

 

[jarriss]

Unchanged from last Saturday..

Bentley
White Bolger Prosser Coker
Leonard Clifford
Hurst Weston Coulthirst
Corr

 

[Romford Shrimper]

How many Stevenage fans should we be expecting? Last time we played them they brought a not bad amount.

 

[Angell Delight]

After his excellent performance on Tuesday I'd be looking for Barney to start but Stevenage are so physical I'd say BBBC HAS to play this weekend. Tough on Barney but......

 

[Tommy2holes]

Be nice also to kick off the season with a good gate of 6500 +

 

[wakes123]

How many Stevenage fans should we be expecting? Last time we played them they brought a not bad amount.

I reckon a decent amount - their first away game of the season, not too far. I'd guess 500.

 

[Massimo Giovanni]

After his excellent performance on Tuesday I'd be looking for Barney to start but Stevenage are so physical I'd say BBBC HAS to play this weekend. Tough on Barney but......

I also expect Barry to start, Barney is not afraid of the rough stuff so that isn't a worry; however I do expect him to come on and replace Barry if he gets carded.

 

[Rattus Norvegicus]

I also expect Barry to start, Barney is not afraid of the rough stuff so that isn't a worry; however I do expect him to come on and replace Barry if he gets carded.

My thoughts exactly.

 

[dannyboy25]

Be nice also to kick off the season with a good gate of 6500 +

V festival this weekend however not sure that will drastically reduce the numbers

 

[SUFCFANS]

V festival this weekend however not sure that will drastically reduce the numbers

With Justin Timberlake headlining I would say it won't impact us at all! :) Infact, I think they are still trying to sell tickets..

 

[danburyshrimper]

Expect a typically niggly game against Stevenage - with the horrible Graham Westley back in charge i hope all our players dont rise to the bait of the total wind up merchants we'll be battling against. Expect a massive amount of nasty challenges , off the ball aggro + back chat & lots of pressure on the ref as they over react to any retaliation. I wonder how many times Phil Brown has managed against them ? ....It could be a tasty confrontation between Brown & Westley on the touchline ... i reckon the 4th official will be kept well busy!

We dont generally tend to play well against nasty teams so i'd take a draw -- and no red cards for Corr & Clifford !!!!

 

[alginon1]

Expect a typically niggly game against Stevenage - with the horrible Graham Westley back in charge i hope all our players dont rise to the bait of the total wind up merchants we'll be battling against. Expect a massive amount of nasty challenges , off the ball aggro + back chat & lots of pressure on the ref as they over react to any retaliation. I wonder how many times Phil Brown has managed against them ? ....It could be a tasty confrontation between Brown & Westley on the touchline ... i reckon the 4th official will be kept well busy!

We dont generally tend to play well against nasty teams so i'd take a draw -- and no red cards for Corr & Clifford !!!!

They are a big physical team, much like Northampton last year, Hopefully we can contain them and play a good solid passing game, which eventually opened up the cobblers. Wesley is one manger I really dislike I find his interviews odious! Additionally his tactics are abysmal. I have only bad memories of us playing them. I'm really surprised the club / fans keep having him back... 3rd stint, right?

 

[Shrimpergonzo]

I have only bad memories of us playing them.

Given that they've never beaten us, surely the memories can't be that bad! http://www.soccerbase.com/teams/head_to_head.sd?team_id=2393&team2_id=2499

 

[Tampa Blue]

Back from Florida for a short time so really excited about going today and taking my son to his first Southend match.

 

[Massimo Giovanni]

My central memory of Westley's teams are that they are very very fit and work hard for the full 90 odd minutes.
And I believe PB has got our heroes up to a similar level of athleticism, with more skill.
So 3 points for the mighty Shrimpers.

 

[Shrimperforlife]

Back from Florida for a short time so really excited about going today and taking my son to his first Southend match.

hope you both have a great day, especially your boy....

 

[RHB]

Back from Florida for a short time so really excited about going today and taking my son to his first Southend match.

Hope you and your son enjoy the match. Always a momentous moment when the next generation comes with you for the first time.

 

[TJC]

Expect a typically niggly game against Stevenage - with the horrible Graham Westley back in charge i hope all our players dont rise to the bait of the total wind up merchants we'll be battling against. Expect a massive amount of nasty challenges , off the ball aggro + back chat & lots of pressure on the ref as they over react to any retaliation. I wonder how many times Phil Brown has managed against them ? ....It could be a tasty confrontation between Brown & Westley on the touchline ... i reckon the 4th official will be kept well busy!

We dont generally tend to play well against nasty teams so i'd take a draw -- and no red cards for Corr & Clifford !!!!

Oooh, so much the better prise if we give them a good hiding!
Your post has got me fired up for the game already :thumbsup: Hope some of the players have seen this post too.