Our game plan was shot in the first 90 seconds conceding a silly own goal. They just sat back a defended with elbow’s frequently shoved in our faces, which Mr Jones seemed to think was acceptable. We started to get back into the game, but couldn’t break down their solid defence, they are a boring team to watch.
Everyone keeping on about needing a striker is pointless, we all know, but they are as rare as hens teeth unless you have unlimited money.
The criticism of Mitchell is unwarranted, he is often left exposed with no support, unless Ayew in front of him, he is very quick as seen as he chased down Costa, who was odds on to score.

I thought we played quite well as well. Other than the ricochet 1st and the pen we dominated it. Especially with the changes we made.

The whole midfield, forward and right back.

All I can think is that Roy rested them for sat and to give them a run out to see what they could do.

Can you be worse than not good enough, because Edouard appears to fall into that category. Of the two I think Mateta offers marginally more but I’d try one of the youngsters, they can’t do any worse than the pair we have.

I don’t think we will see Edouard or Mateta start once Zaha is back on Saturday. 2 players completely out of their depth.

The word Sorloth springs to mind, but i know what you mean its like saying whats worse toothache or earache

“That’s a joke son, I say, that’s a joke.” “Nice boy, but he’s sharp as a throw pillow.” “He’s so dumb he thinks a Mexican border pays rent” “ “Son… I say, son, some people are so narrow minded they can look through a keyhole with both eyes.”__ Forhorn Leghorn

Player ratings

Johnstone Ok
Richards Hes a centre back
Anderson Ok
Guehi Good
Mitchell Good but needs an upgrade
Hughes Good
Milivojevic Needs replacing
Lokonga Go back to Ars
Olise Good
Ayew Very good
Eze Very very good

Subs : Guaita , Ward Needs an upgrade, Tomkins , Riedawald, Schlupp good , mcarthur, Doucoure, edouard Lazy , Mateta

For next season we defo need RB,LB and striker sorted out