I did predict the second half against Leeds as well. Although it didn't work against Brentford. As the great Meatloaf said, 2 out of 3 ain't bad hahaha
Could be right there MrsGrey as I was born in Stockport and have relatives in Euxton (Preston will know there that is), although moved to Essex when six months old!
I'm with Lukerz et al, I thought first half we were good. Some nice play between our attacking mids who haven't had much game time this season. Little really created in that 45, but warming into the game and bossing possession. Then second half quickly put the game to bed, and then managed the game out solidly. Texbook group stage football.
Always nice to see us score 3 Cresswell was outstanding today IMO, he is always an option and such a weapon down that left hand side, and with his abilities with set plays.
Rice once again is the heartbeat of this side. The two 'backup' CBs both did their jobs well, and really pleased for them both to get on the scoresheet.
I thought Yarmo had a decent game. He has great vision, and some of his flicks are a delight, just a real shame he hasn't got much pace anymore. However, when we are playing possession football rather than counter attack, he is a worthwhile option.
Very interesting I thought that when Fredericks came on for Cress, he played at LB rather than switching with Johnson. I presume Coufal isn't gonna be back for Sun so Moyes wanted Johnson to keep in RB mode mentally?
Also of course, great to see a debut by a homegrown Chesters - go on lad, top stuff!
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I'd like to see Dan Chesters get a run out.
See, I know Moyes is a pragmatist, but what better situation than this to give Ashby and Chesters some minutes?
Add it to the West Ham bingo card.
Makes me happy, but ...
Does 10 points win the group?
I'm with Lukerz et al, I thought first half we were good. Some nice play between our attacking mids who haven't had much game time this season. Little really created in that 45, but warming into the game and bossing possession. Then second half quickly put the game to bed, and then managed the game out solidly. Texbook group stage football.
Always nice to see us score 3 Cresswell was outstanding today IMO, he is always an option and such a weapon down that left hand side, and with his abilities with set plays.
Rice once again is the heartbeat of this side. The two 'backup' CBs both did their jobs well, and really pleased for them both to get on the scoresheet.
I thought Yarmo had a decent game. He has great vision, and some of his flicks are a delight, just a real shame he hasn't got much pace anymore. However, when we are playing possession football rather than counter attack, he is a worthwhile option.
Very interesting I thought that when Fredericks came on for Cress, he played at LB rather than switching with Johnson. I presume Coufal isn't gonna be back for Sun so Moyes wanted Johnson to keep in RB mode mentally?
Also of course, great to see a debut by a homegrown Chesters - go on lad, top stuff!