| A neutral perspective 21:59 - Jul 26 with 3425 views | WhiteyBFC |
Well, kind of. I mean, I'm a Jacob fan not a Boro fan, and above all else I'm a Barnsley supporter, but I do like Dale and so it all evened itself out today and I could just enjoy the game for what it was. Neutral, ish.
First half I thought Boro were a class apart. The first half an hour especially, the midfield were running the game, with Tomlin and Kike linking up well up top. Both widemen for Boro were relative kids in Halliday and Reach but both were impressive, the latter in particular and his volley for the opener was a thing of beauty.
The first penalty was nailed on, no arguments, the second one I thought harsh as Lancashire seemed to have got the ball. Even harsher that it had been given straight after Dale had pulled a goal back. A good goal as well after a good play where at last the likes of Allen got the ball down. Andrew did very well for his part in it, and Hendo wasn't going to miss.
Second half was a bit of a non event, as I think the heat and changes in personnel played their part. But Dale were much more compact, more solid. Vincenti I'd prefer in the centre but he did keep Halliday and Friend quiet once on, in terms of Boro using the left to get forward. But the centre of the park was the weak area for Dale, where Smallwood, Butterfield and Tomlin were just too good with their runs/balls/technique. That's nothing to worry about, we're talking about a Championship team here. The Spaniard they've just spent £3m on looked quality up front, and I expect Boro to really push the top six this season. Their defence is solid, and Friend especially is probably better than the Championship.
Individually, I think Rafferty and Donnelly were poor today. The latter can trap a ball (ahem) further than some can kick it. I don't see what he offers the side other than trying. Andrew looked decent to me, with no service or support to speak of, and up against Ayala and Gibson who are as commanding a pairing that you'll find at that level.
Overall, I wouldn't worry too much. It's clear that without Hogan, or someone willing to run at players you're going to struggle to score as freely this year, but Keith int daft, he'll sort it out. Not sure Tanser is the right man to partner Lancy, bit soon for him perhaps, but I was quite impressed again by Allen. Reminds me of Jacob when he was that sort of age. Jacob now plays deeper, more of a holding player these days. He got 90 minutes for the first time ever under this manager and so that's all we were hoping for. Hopefully he'll kick on himself this season.
I bumped into a few of you lads after the game, good to see you as ever, and I'll be coming over again in October but much earlier and probably sat with you's in the home end. Make a day of it.
Chins up, don't let the morbid among you get you down, friendlies mean nowt. Trust in Keith. He knows what he's doing. I met his little lad Sidney before we left, gave me a high five. Cute as they come that kid. Nowt like his dad. 
Cheers for reading.
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| A neutral perspective (n/t) on 23:03 - Jul 26 with 3279 views | Yorkshire_Dale |
Bit of disappointment for us lot today but against a really decent Boro outfit.
Good workout.
Did n't "our Jacob" assist in the first goal with his corner? Big fella he is too. [Post edited 26 Jul 2014 23:06]
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| A neutral perspective (n/t) on 23:05 - Jul 26 with 3269 views | roccydaleian |
Who else did you meet apart from me? Anyhow good assumption. See you in October pal.
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| A neutral perspective on 23:38 - Jul 26 with 3174 views | RotherhamDale |
We'd have had a 3 man central midfield in a competitive game (I hope) to try and combat the Boro triangle but we'd have still struggled. Tanser is a left back by trade but Hill likes to confuse us. |  |
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| A neutral perspective on 08:56 - Jul 27 with 2965 views | PDIDDY |
Tazzys efforts are much better |  |
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| A neutral perspective (n/t) on 09:50 - Jul 27 with 2872 views | TVOS1907 |
| A neutral perspective (n/t) on 23:05 - Jul 26 by roccydaleian |
Who else did you meet apart from me? Anyhow good assumption. See you in October pal.
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| A neutral perspective on 12:13 - Jul 27 with 2652 views | WhiteyBFC |
| A neutral perspective on 08:56 - Jul 27 by PDIDDY |
Tazzys efforts are much better |
I agree. It's the photos of lager and random sights from train windows that I'm missing. | | | |
| A neutral perspective on 22:15 - Jul 27 with 2235 views | PDIDDY |
| A neutral perspective on 12:13 - Jul 27 by WhiteyBFC |
I agree. It's the photos of lager and random sights from train windows that I'm missing. |
Nice one whitey, too many on here take it little too serious , have you heard owt on the Danny rose front, I know we were trying to sign him 3 weeks ago | |
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| A neutral perspective on 22:44 - Jul 27 with 2211 views | 100notout |
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| A neutral perspective on 23:00 - Jul 27 with 2186 views | WhiteyBFC |
| A neutral perspective on 22:15 - Jul 27 by PDIDDY |
Nice one whitey, too many on here take it little too serious , have you heard owt on the Danny rose front, I know we were trying to sign him 3 weeks ago |
He started the 1-1 draw with Hull yesterday. No sign of trialist Will Hoskins either. However, we're apparently signing Carl Baker and A.N Other tomorrow, thought to be a striker. Rumours that it's Grant Holt have just caused me to laugh hysterically.
If I hear owt, I'll let you know on your forum, although I've still not introduced myself yet. | | | |
| A neutral perspective on 11:06 - Jul 28 with 1905 views | Brierls |
| A neutral perspective on 22:15 - Jul 27 by PDIDDY |
Nice one whitey, too many on here take it little too serious , have you heard owt on the Danny rose front, I know we were trying to sign him 3 weeks ago |
Hallam Hope or Danny Rose. Which of the two is better suited to the higher standard of football in League One, Didz? We need a striker, you see, and bury seemed to warm both of them up well for a crack at a higher level. |  | | |
| A neutral perspective on 12:48 - Jul 28 with 1810 views | BarryStrange |
| A neutral perspective on 11:06 - Jul 28 by Brierls |
Hallam Hope or Danny Rose. Which of the two is better suited to the higher standard of football in League One, Didz? We need a striker, you see, and bury seemed to warm both of them up well for a crack at a higher level. |
Hallam Hope for me. Stronger and a better finisher, notwithstanding Rose's genuinely joyous 96th minute pearler at Scunthorpe.
However you ain't getting Hope as he seems to be off to Hibs. So we warmed him up, as you rightly said, for a higher level - just a higher level than a move to Rochdale. :)
If you can sign Danny Rose then do. | | | |
| A neutral perspective on 12:49 - Jul 28 with 1801 views | SalwaDale |
| A neutral perspective on 12:48 - Jul 28 by BarryStrange |
Hallam Hope for me. Stronger and a better finisher, notwithstanding Rose's genuinely joyous 96th minute pearler at Scunthorpe.
However you ain't getting Hope as he seems to be off to Hibs. So we warmed him up, as you rightly said, for a higher level - just a higher level than a move to Rochdale. :)
If you can sign Danny Rose then do. |
Question: Are Hibs playing at a higher level than us, or you for that matter? |  |
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| A neutral perspective on 12:52 - Jul 28 with 1794 views | fitzochris |
| A neutral perspective on 12:48 - Jul 28 by BarryStrange |
Hallam Hope for me. Stronger and a better finisher, notwithstanding Rose's genuinely joyous 96th minute pearler at Scunthorpe.
However you ain't getting Hope as he seems to be off to Hibs. So we warmed him up, as you rightly said, for a higher level - just a higher level than a move to Rochdale. :)
If you can sign Danny Rose then do. |
Debatable whether Hibs are playing at a higher level than League One comparatively. Bigger club certainly, but the Scottish Championship overall, is probably weaker than League One on a season by season basis.
As for Hope to Hibs, they were convinced he was to be unveiled alongside Scott Allan but then he went off to Thailand with Everton. Nobody is sure where Hallam will be playing when he comes back. |  |
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| A neutral perspective on 13:01 - Jul 28 with 1773 views | PDIDDY |
| A neutral perspective on 11:06 - Jul 28 by Brierls |
Hallam Hope or Danny Rose. Which of the two is better suited to the higher standard of football in League One, Didz? We need a striker, you see, and bury seemed to warm both of them up well for a crack at a higher level. |
Think we've all missed the hope bus, fast strong and powerful, eye for goal aswell. Iwould prefer rose but on a permanent deal, whippet like, runs all day and also bagged a few goals, from the bench to win games, Lowe and nards could school the lad | |
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| A neutral perspective on 07:47 - Jul 29 with 1537 views | Gambo |
Both Rose and Hope would benefit Rochdale or Bury alike . I think Hope may stay at Everton until at least Jan and try and get in their team , Rose may just leave as he's ready for first team and reading between the lines Wilson doesn't quite want to start with him. | | | |
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