19-11-2019, 09:50 AM
(18-11-2019, 06:40 PM)Alf Wrote:(16-11-2019, 05:27 PM)Sniffer Dog Wrote:(16-11-2019, 03:04 PM)Ouzo Power Wrote:(13-11-2019, 05:04 PM)Sniffer Dog Wrote: If we do recruit well and smartly in January I see no reason why we can't push for top two.
Are Preston and Leeds really any better than us? I am not convinced.
I am not convinced either and a look at the league table backs up that judgement.
It's there for the taking I hope we can grab it.
I reckon it's there for the taking too, I am not sure if we'll ever have a better chance.
Agreed. It's been a long time since I've looked at our side and thought "that's actually a promotion challenging team" as opposed to "that's got some promotion challenging players".
I think a fully fit first 11 is as good a team as any other side in this league, and that our only real weakness is a lack of pace. However I think the squad as a whole lacks, and that it's only a playoff squad at best.
Just need said pace and that bit of extra depth, esp up front, to make us serious top 2 frontrunners.
I change my mind almost daily on whether we're a top 2 side.
Pros are we have a deep squad, which has already been tested with injuries and we're still there. Harmony between club, manager players and fans. A top goal scorer and a solid defence. A good mix of youth and experience.
Cons are we dont seem to be able to win a game by more than a single goal. We have no cover for Grabban, our older players are among our best and so if get further injuries we might struggle.
On balance id say we're a top 4 side with the ability to improve by plugging gaps in the squad. West Brom look certs and Leeds wont trip up again. Play off winners for us this year.