| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS 19:19 - Feb 20 with 2442 views | durham_exile |
JM faces his most important week to date as Colchester United manager. Two home matches against our old fiends, play off chasing Wycombe Wanderers tomorrow and then struggling Hartlepool on Saturday.
Nothing less than 6 points will do after hugely damaging games against Crawley and Accrington Stanley. Much has been written about the Accrington game and everyone agrees that the first 45 minutes was the worst that Colchester have played all season.
Notwithstanding the fact that Richard Clark the referee was hopelessly out of his depth and managing to get all the big decisions wrong; the foul in the penalty area on Denny Johnstone which led to him initially hobbling off with a knee injury and then stretchered off down the touchline, the red card for Beckles challenge on Dickenson which looked far worse than it was, (interestingly John Coleman is not appealing the decision branding the process a waste of time) numerous inconsistent decisions and a second half desire to make up for his error of judgement by giving the home team the benefit of some shocking challenges.
In truth, the second half saw two very sensible changes from JM which introduced Briggs and Wright for Brindley and Lapslie. Matt Briggs and Brennan Dickenson then combined so well down the left-hand side of the field that Dickenson delivered numerous delicious crosses, that should have led to three goals from Guthrie and Porter.
Colchester may have laid siege to the Accrington goal for the last 20 minutes, but the damage had been done by two appalling pieces of defending in the first half. First the very impressive Billy Kee found himself all alone in front of Walker on 18 minutes, took the ball down superbly and gave the keeper no chance from 10 yards out. Then from a direct free kick Walker parried the ball out for a corner which was swung in to the far post and defender Pearson headed the ball goalward and Walker was stuck on his line and managed only to flap at the ball and helped it into the back of the net.
We never recovered and although there was much huffing and puffing throughout the second half, Accrington should have scored a third when having rounded the keeper they fired wide of the empty net.
The 208 faithful in a crowd of only 1,310 were disgruntled and rightly so after such a poor display.
Now we have a growing injury list, made worse by the fact that Johnstone is now out with a knee injury but less us examine the teams that lined up against Carlisle and Accrington.
Carlisle — WHCS Saturday 7 January 2017 4-1 to the U’s - Formation 3,4,1,2
Walker
Eastman Kent Elokobi
Brindley* Lapslie Garvan Dickenson
Slater*
Porter* Guthrie
Subs: Barnes Wright* Vincent-Young Wynter Johnstone* Doyley Fosu*
*Denotes substitution
Now compare that team with the one that lined up on Saturday against Accrington Stanley and lost 2-1 — Formation 4,3,3
Walker
Brindley* Vincent-Young Wynter Elokobi
Lapslie* Slater Garvan
Johnstone* Guthrie Dickenson
Subs: Barnes Edge Briggs* Wright* Porter* Fosu James
*Denotes substitution
Essentially and surprisingly for all the injuries, our team is only deficient of two defenders, Kent and Eastman. Despite this the last seven games have seen 2 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats.
Now on Tuesday evening the Chairboys led by Gareth Ainsworth come to town on a wretched run of 6 defeats in the last 7 games. It seems that their Cup run has caused the wheels to come off their promotion bandwagon. They also have suffered a grievous loss with the sad passing of their former defender Paul McCarthy at the age of 45, after a suspected heart attack. Such news puts everything into context.
Nevertheless, the rivalry between the two teams will add considerable spice to what is a vital game for both sides. I have to say though that I will be delighted to see a Colchester victory add to their league woes.
JM will have to juggle his squad again and must include young striker Rekeil Pyke who was not even on the bench on Saturday. Sean Murray could also return after suspension (perhaps keep him off the red meat prior to kick off!). Tom Lapslie might miss out, he seemed to lack sharpness on Saturday, but then in fairness to him only Dickenson and Briggs deserved their wages against Accrington on Saturday.
Suggest something akin to the following 3,4,3:
Walker
Brindley Wynter Elokobi
Wright Garvan Slater Briggs
Porter Guthrie Dickenson
Subs:
Barnes James Vincent-Young Fosu Pyke Edge Murray
Colchester have 15 games to secure a top seven berth (9 home and 6 away). The last two defeats have put paid to that elusive last automatic promotion spot, therefore wins against the Chairboys and the Monkey Hangers are vital to rekindle the promotion push.
JM must ensure that the U’s start strongly against Wycombe and look to press home any early advantage. Colchester v Wycombe is not a game that requires any additional motivation. Earlier in the season the U’s secured an impressive win at Adams Park. Tuesday would be the perfect opportunity to achieve our second double of the season.
Hopefully a 4,000+ attendance will see the U’s get their promotion push back on track against the Chairboys. Enjoy the game.
Up the Super U’s
 [Post edited 21 Feb 2017 8:10]
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:16 - Feb 21 with 855 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:15 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Free kick - Garvan to deliver and it is cleared
But shot over the bar when it came back to Garvan |
20 mins plus injury to play
Come on the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:17 - Feb 21 with 851 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:16 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
20 mins plus injury to play
Come on the U's |
still playing 3,4,1,2
No changes yet | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:20 - Feb 21 with 847 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:17 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
still playing 3,4,1,2
No changes yet |
17 minutes to go - Drey Wright on for Porter | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:22 - Feb 21 with 844 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:20 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
17 minutes to go - Drey Wright on for Porter |
Guthrie putting in a shift
Come on the U's
This would be a great result | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:25 - Feb 21 with 840 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:22 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Guthrie putting in a shift
Come on the U's
This would be a great result |
Corner to the U's
This is better from the U's
Fosu coming on for Murray
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:29 - Feb 21 with 836 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:25 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Corner to the U's
This is better from the U's
Fosu coming on for Murray
Up the U's |
Keep them out
Fosu and Wright combining well
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:29 - Feb 21 with 833 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:29 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Keep them out
Fosu and Wright combining well
Up the U's |
8 minutes to go - Guthrie but cleared off the line | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:31 - Feb 21 with 831 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:29 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
8 minutes to go - Guthrie but cleared off the line |
Marcus Bean replaced by Wood
Nice to hear a decent reception for Bean | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:32 - Feb 21 with 829 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:31 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Marcus Bean replaced by Wood
Nice to hear a decent reception for Bean |
Cameron James and Big George for MOTM
Must be Big George but James has done really well | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:34 - Feb 21 with 826 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:32 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Cameron James and Big George for MOTM
Must be Big George but James has done really well |
This is difficult listening, we must hold out
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:35 - Feb 21 with 822 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:34 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
This is difficult listening, we must hold out
Up the U's |
Wyscum down to 10 men
Come on the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:36 - Feb 21 with 817 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:35 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Wyscum down to 10 men
Come on the U's |
90 seconds plus stoppage time | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:37 - Feb 21 with 813 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:36 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
90 seconds plus stoppage time |
Garvan is running on empty - 3 mins of stoppage time | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:40 - Feb 21 with 808 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:37 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Garvan is running on empty - 3 mins of stoppage time |
Come on the U's
Corner to Wyscum - keeper coming up for the corner | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:41 - Feb 21 with 801 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:40 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Come on the U's
Corner to Wyscum - keeper coming up for the corner |
YES - 1-0 a vital victory
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:42 - Feb 21 with 788 views | thrillseeker |
Into the final Play Off spot |  | | |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:45 - Feb 21 with 782 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:42 - Feb 21 by thrillseeker |
Into the final Play Off spot |
TS very good news
Doncaster 32 64
PLymouth 31 61
Carlisle 32 58
Luton 32 53
Pompey 31 52
Exeter 32 50
COL U 32 47
Bring on the Monkey hangers
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:49 - Feb 21 with 778 views | gerry_us |
Hands up those that has Big George as potential match winner. Great result.
You must have writer cramp Peter!
Set up now for wins against Pools and Goosebury |  | | |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 22:09 - Feb 21 with 771 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:49 - Feb 21 by gerry_us |
Hands up those that has Big George as potential match winner. Great result.
You must have writer cramp Peter!
Set up now for wins against Pools and Goosebury |
Gerry the commentary aided the nerves. This was a vital win and psychologically it gives us a huge lift ahead of the Monkey Hangers game.
Up the U's | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 22:39 - Feb 21 with 750 views | Leadbelly |
Not a terribly good game of football, with the usual dire performance from Trevor "Shitref" Kettle, but Big George scored a contender for goal of the season, whether he meant to or not, and we did the double over Wycombe so I couldn't care less! Bring on the Monkey Hangers. | |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 23:26 - Feb 21 with 732 views | wessex_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 22:39 - Feb 21 by Leadbelly |
Not a terribly good game of football, with the usual dire performance from Trevor "Shitref" Kettle, but Big George scored a contender for goal of the season, whether he meant to or not, and we did the double over Wycombe so I couldn't care less! Bring on the Monkey Hangers. |
I can only go by the commentary, but it seems Trevor "Bigger Shit Ref than Trevor Kettle" Kettle did at least not have his usual anti-U's performance? Win ugly does for me, as does getting into the play-offs. Even more so whilst inflicting Wycscum's 4th defeat on the bounce!
Happy Days! |  |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 08:28 - Feb 22 with 703 views | RSCOSWORTH |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 21:35 - Feb 21 by durham_exile |
Wyscum down to 10 men
Come on the U's |
Wasn't even a foul let alone a second yellow. Terrible decision. |  |
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| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 15:28 - Feb 22 with 659 views | noah4x4 |
I thought Trevor Kettle had a decent game for once. Miles better than the clown at Accrington.
It was a blatant trip on Fosu with the attacker through on goal. A straight red might have been deserved, but a yellow was fair. But as it was a second, red was appropriate.
I thought Guthrie deserved a penalty, but it was perhaps too far from either linesman to change any doubt in the referee's mind, and the passage of play was so fast and furious Kettle was some distance. Sometimes, we have to accept that from row Z of the stand we get a better view than any official.
But contrast this with Accrington when the referee clearly signalled "no contact" as Danny Johnstone simulated so perfectly that he dived onto a stretcher and crutches. One can forgive a referee for not seeing something, but when he sees it and then decides to conspire against us that is unforgivable.
We always claim to be hard done by. But on this occasion, Mr Kettle did his job well. |  | | |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 16:17 - Feb 22 with 647 views | oxfcolu |
This division was always going to be difficult to get out of with teams playing old fashion football. With this in mind I will take 3 ugly points. |  | | |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 16:24 - Feb 22 with 647 views | durham_exile |
| Super U's fluid performance to put paid to wooden Chairboys at the WHCS on 15:28 - Feb 22 by noah4x4 |
I thought Trevor Kettle had a decent game for once. Miles better than the clown at Accrington.
It was a blatant trip on Fosu with the attacker through on goal. A straight red might have been deserved, but a yellow was fair. But as it was a second, red was appropriate.
I thought Guthrie deserved a penalty, but it was perhaps too far from either linesman to change any doubt in the referee's mind, and the passage of play was so fast and furious Kettle was some distance. Sometimes, we have to accept that from row Z of the stand we get a better view than any official.
But contrast this with Accrington when the referee clearly signalled "no contact" as Danny Johnstone simulated so perfectly that he dived onto a stretcher and crutches. One can forgive a referee for not seeing something, but when he sees it and then decides to conspire against us that is unforgivable.
We always claim to be hard done by. But on this occasion, Mr Kettle did his job well. |
Noah thank you for your view on the ref. Listening to the Radio last evening I thought that Mr Kettle had a decent 94 mins in charge.
Saturday as you say Mr Clark was diabolical. Interestingly with both the Tom Eastman injury (Blackpool) and Denny Johnstone (Accrington), both players were forced to hobble from the field before the stretcher party arrived. That would never happen at a Premier League ground.
Great three points last night and we are now in the "mix" for a top seven spot.
Magnificent goal from Big George and a goal line clearance to boot.
Up the U's [Post edited 22 Feb 2017 16:30]
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