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Whilst I didn’t go to the game I’ve still a few things to add. Firstly, I think Simon was right to alter the formation against Stalybridge, absolutely no problem with that – it was plain to see that Hall was getting increasingly isolated upfront and required greater support. Hardy hasn’t put a foot wrong and deserved his opportunity. Nowakowski seems to have a point to prove and was also a worthwhile inclusion. Provides 100% every game when others don’t – well done Adam.
And now the not so good bit … Surely its time to consider why so many of the players Simon and Macca sign, fall out of favour, don’t deliver, become increasingly fed up, etc. We saw it a couple of seasons ago with the lads signed from the North East. For sure you get a couple of bad eggs - Brayson’s attitude for instance was shocking from what I could tell, but when it keeps happening again and again you’ve got to ask why. A really good manager will get players running through brick walls for him, and will rarely be affected by this type of behaviour and the below par performances we’ve all come to expect. Is this is the key to what’s holding us back? Is it also not a coincidence that after publically criticising the team for a poor performance, players’ form starts to dip? And do Simon and Macca have the respect of the players, particularly bigger personalities with confidence in their own ability but not in theirs? I’m not so sure. And finally, how helpful is it have 2 of your biggest earners on the bench, one of whom is reported to be earning a £1k a week! You decide?!!!
And now the not so good bit … Surely its time to consider why so many of the players Simon and Macca sign, fall out of favour, don’t deliver, become increasingly fed up, etc. We saw it a couple of seasons ago with the lads signed from the North East. For sure you get a couple of bad eggs - Brayson’s attitude for instance was shocking from what I could tell, but when it keeps happening again and again you’ve got to ask why. A really good manager will get players running through brick walls for him, and will rarely be affected by this type of behaviour and the below par performances we’ve all come to expect. Is this is the key to what’s holding us back? Is it also not a coincidence that after publically criticising the team for a poor performance, players’ form starts to dip? And do Simon and Macca have the respect of the players, particularly bigger personalities with confidence in their own ability but not in theirs? I’m not so sure. And finally, how helpful is it have 2 of your biggest earners on the bench, one of whom is reported to be earning a £1k a week! You decide?!!!
