That’s pretty much been our problem for a while, even with Grealish in form we struggled to beat the teams like Burnley and West Ham who are very organised and tight at the back. When a team has ten men they tighten up and sit deep and being organised is probably a massive focus.It is something Smith needs to learn or find that coach to work alongside him. Ferguson always needed that help and at times when they lost certain coaches their form dipped temporarily.
Good luck to Deano Norwich v Charlton today.I miss him alot. And I'm happy I can see him still in the prem and involved in football. So I took hard when he left. It felt like grief. Harder than when JG left because Dean to me is a pefect role model. And I watch and listen fondly to Deans interviews.Deano been talking about reflection, context and perspective.And I smile. His philosophical outlook is refreshing and he remains authentic.Dean man on principle speaking as Norwich boss:“I am a bit of a traditionalist; I like the FA Cup “These players are only given three opportunities to win something in a season – the EFL Cup, the FA Cup and the Premier League. It is very unlikely for us to be challenging for the Premier League title so why not go all out and try and do well in the FA Cup? We are looking forward to the game and the challenge.”I hope one day he comes back to coach us again!
No need for this (apart from Footy's contribution). He took us from lower mid-table in the Championship to mid-table in the PL in one season. Give the man the respect he deserves.
Quote from: Sexual Ealing on January 08, 2022, 02:08:59 PMNo need for this (apart from Footy's contribution). He took us from lower mid-table in the Championship to mid-table in the PL in one season. Give the man the respect he deserves.I agree, but I hope we have moved onto better managers. It’s the same with players, Hourihane loved it at Villa and did a decent job, but we have onto better players, same with managers. Thanks for everything but…….