Agreed that Palmer made a difference. Odd how we sometimes seem to handle a physical centre forward with relative ease (Afinfenwa at home last year) and at other times we struggle.
Interesting that a few of their supporters comment on the tactical set up. We did a good job of tucking O'Nien and Bloomfield in alongside the full backs to create a very effective back six at times. Gave sido and Pierre the opportunity to step out and try to pinch the ball from the toes of the attacker. Likewise, JJ and Harriman were both able to spring forward on the break and get decent crosses in (one of which led to the goal), with the security of knowing they weren't leaving a gaping hole at full back.
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Fair comments from orient fans..we are a good side and will take points off the rest.
Agreed that Palmer made a difference. Odd how we sometimes seem to handle a physical centre forward with relative ease (Afinfenwa at home last year) and at other times we struggle.
Interesting that a few of their supporters comment on the tactical set up. We did a good job of tucking O'Nien and Bloomfield in alongside the full backs to create a very effective back six at times. Gave sido and Pierre the opportunity to step out and try to pinch the ball from the toes of the attacker. Likewise, JJ and Harriman were both able to spring forward on the break and get decent crosses in (one of which led to the goal), with the security of knowing they weren't leaving a gaping hole at full back.