Player ratings v Accrington Stanley

[TSANHO]

Come on then, some difficult ratings today as it was a bit of the ‘Good, Bad and the Ugly’ at times against a very difficult opponent. I was really pleased with the fight we showed to turn around a game that what was slowly becoming a bit of a slog.

Stone - Three or four great saves, but also some scarily bad moments too. Can see why he was nominated for MOTM, but he wasn’t mine - 7.5

Rawlo - Our right hand side was clearly targeted and him, Crowley and Nemane struggled as Accrington equalised and started to take control. Thought he did ok but rarely passed forward when we were being pressed high even though passes were on. Unfairly subbed again I thought - 7

Brindley - It’s like having the Brindley that IB uncovered back again. Calm, intuitive and progressive. Has made a big difference at the back in this CB role. Good performance - 8

Cameron - Much better overall from the captain but lost his man for their goal I think? Best I’ve seen him for a long time, against the best opposition as well, and no stupid falling over either, happy days - 7.5

Nemane - Not his best game and their LB had him in his pocket. Some really poor deliveries too. He has credit in my bank but he can do better. No lack of effort - 6.5

Palmer - Apart from an uncharacteristic dodgy last ten minute in the first half he was just brilliant. All over the pitch dictating play and a wonderful assist for Macca’s second goal - 8

Bostock - Didn’t reach the same heights as last week but like Palmer was really good again. Mixing play and giving some much needed help in defence…another good game for him. Love his passion for the club. He and Palmer are a delight to watch - 8

Jones - Really growing into his LWB role. Was a handful for the first 30 minutes and delivered a delicious cross for the opener. Performed his defensive duties well too. Stupid yellow card - 7.5

Crowley - After last week I tried to watch with fresh eyes. He took that headed goal beautifully, especially for such a small guy. Took and held the ball really well in a combative game and worked hard. Can’t help but feel I’m missing something with him though….still not super excited by him. Perhaps he’s just no my cup of tea, yet - 7.5

Didzy - Wasn’t involved as much as last week but Accrington were a totally different proposition to Tranmere. That being said, his physicality was ***** when we went long to get past the press….and it paid off as his flick on went to Macca for his first goal. Was surprised to see him go off as he was a big outlet for us - 7.5

Macca - Tireless. Pressing, reading the game, getting involved, interrupting their passes. Two wonderful goals of high quality finishing and unlucky not to have a hatrick. Brilliant . I love Macca, MOTM performance! - 8.5

[keldsyke]

Come on then, some difficult ratings today as it was a bit of the ‘Good, Bad and the Ugly’ at times against a very difficult opponent. I was really pleased with the fight we showed to turn around a game that what was slowly becoming a bit of a slog.

Stone - Three or four great saves, but also some scarily bad moments too. Can see why he was nominated for MOTM, but he wasn’t mine - 7.5

Rawlo - Our right hand side was clearly targeted and him, Crowley and Nemane struggled as Accrington equalised and started to take control. Thought he did ok but rarely passed forward when we were being pressed high even though passes were on. Unfairly subbed again I thought - 7

Brindley - It’s like having the Brindley that IB uncovered back again. Calm, intuitive and progressive. Has made a big difference at the back in this CB role. Good performance - 8

Cameron - Much better overall from the captain but lost his man for their goal I think? Best I’ve seen him for a long time, against the best opposition as well, and no stupid falling over either, happy days - 7.5

Nemane - Not his best game and their LB had him in his pocket. Some really poor deliveries too. He has credit in my bank but he can do better. No lack of effort - 6.5

Palmer - Apart from an uncharacteristic dodgy last ten minute in the first half he was just brilliant. All over the pitch dictating play and a wonderful assist for Macca’s second goal - 8

Bostock - Didn’t reach the same heights as last week but like Palmer was really good again. Mixing play and giving some much needed help in defence…another good game for him. Love his passion for the club. He and Palmer are a delight to watch - 8

Jones - Really growing into his LWB role. Was a handful for the first 30 minutes and delivered a delicious cross for the opener. Performed his defensive duties well too. Stupid yellow card - 7.5

Crowley - After last week I tried to watch with fresh eyes. He took that headed goal beautifully, especially for such a small guy. Took and held the ball really well in a combative game and worked hard. Can’t help but feel I’m missing something with him though….still not super excited by him. Perhaps he’s just no my cup of tea, yet - 7.5

Didzy - Wasn’t involved as much as last week but Accrington were a totally different proposition to Tranmere. That being said, his physicality was ***** when we went long to get past the press….and it paid off as his flick on went to Macca for his first goal. Was surprised to see him go off as he was a big outlet for us - 7.5

Macca - Tireless. Pressing, reading the game, getting involved, interrupting their passes. Two wonderful goals of high quality finishing and unlucky not to have a hatrick. Brilliant . I love Macca, MOTM performance! - 8.5

Agree in the main with those apart from Nemane who I would have gave 6, I think Nemane is the weak link, can’t defend, gives away silly free kicks and only his attacking runs at times keeps him in credit, that’s my opinion but good resilience by the team to overcome what could have been a very tricky game and keep a positive run going, onwards and upwards.

[BJPIE]

Agree in the main with those apart from Nemane who I would have gave 6, I think Nemane is the weak link, can’t defend, gives away silly free kicks and only his attacking runs at times keeps him in credit, that’s my opinion but good resilience by the team to overcome what could have been a very tricky game and keep a positive run going, onwards and upwards.

Overall I think the marks slightly generous. We didn't really control the game. I do feel Stone was MOM, crucial saves when needed.
Nemane no more than 5 today I'm afraid. When we are out of possession he is unaware of where he needs to be. Teams are definitely targeting that side because of his defensive deficiencies. A difficult decision as he offers a lot going forward.

[TSANHO]

Overall I think the marks slightly generous. We didn't really control the game. I do feel Stone was MOM, crucial saves when needed.
Nemane no more than 5 today I'm afraid. When we are out of possession he is unaware of where he needs to be. Teams are definitely targeting that side because of his defensive deficiencies. A difficult decision as he offers a lot going forward.

I did wonder if they were a bit generous too, but I think sometimes you can mark the team up for coming through a difficult challenge, which we did today.

Can you imagine an IB or NA team playing against Accrington’s press 🫣

[Davy500]

I did wonder if they were a bit generous too, but I think sometimes you can mark the team up for coming through a difficult challenge, which we did today.

Can you imagine an IB or NA team playing against Accrington’s press 🫣

Not really, but then NA or IB did not have the luxery of Langstaff, and four players Bostock, Crowley , Mcgoldrick and Jones with good league experience

[thefulltenyards]

Stone - 7.5 One big error, two big saves and can see why we signed him when he's that comfortable on the ball and can properly distribute

Rawlo - 6.5 Usual from Connell , never totally comfortable on the ball , not mobile but committed.

Brindley - 8 The contrast to his Sutton performance was night and day

Cameron - 7 Solid but no more

Nemane - 6.5 Struggled against Stanley's best performer but performed the defensive side of the game well

Palmer - 8 One horrible error , a dodgy spell but the rest of sublime.

Bostock - 7.5 Was better and more involved at Doncaster but still very impressive.

Jones - 7.5 Fan favourite and rightly so.

Crowley - 7 Another goal and very comfortable on the ball and careful with it although quiet in the second and right to subbed

Didzy - 7.5 did very well aerially, disturbing the centre halves and winning plenty of flick ons. Some moments of class, key player

Macca - 8.5 Quiet first half , lots not coming off, poor touch/lay off but effort was outstanding. Worked so hard, second half two fantastic finishes, and unlucky not to have a hat trick

[the_anticlough]

Stone - 6
Rawlinson - 6
Brindley - 7
Cameron - 8 MoM
Nemane - 6
Palmer - 7
Bostock - 7
Jones - 6
Crowley - 7
McGoldrick - 7
Langstaff - 8
All subs - 6

[Carlton_Pie]

Chicksen would get a 4, he had an horrendous first 10 minutes when he came on

[TSANHO]

Stone - 6
Rawlinson - 6
Brindley - 7
Cameron - 8 MoM
Nemane - 6
Palmer - 7
Bostock - 7
Jones - 6
Crowley - 7
McGoldrick - 7
Langstaff - 8
All subs - 6

Be interested to know how you came to your MOTM, especially as he lost his man for their goal. What did he do to play better than Brindley, Palmer, Bostock, Crowley, Didzy and Macca?

[the_anticlough]

Be interested to know how you came to your MOTM, especially as he lost his man for their goal. What did he do to play better than Brindley, Palmer, Bostock, Crowley, Didzy and Macca?

That's an easy one - I think he had the best all-round game of all our team. Although I could just as easily have given it to Maca for his goal-scoring exploits.

KC has been improving game on game. Yesterday he was pretty good in the 1st half (check out the headed pass for our first) but really good in the 2nd with lots of great interceptions and tackles which he cleverly turned into attacks. It was him getting back to his best (almost) and I'm sure the Pavis Blocks nearer the Family stand enjoyed his performance a lot.

I'm not sure you can pin the blame for their goal on him either. As our only player above 6ft, and against such a big team, he couldn't have taken himself so far out the area. They (KC and Bos) were positioned in the right zone, but their other player cleverly blocked off JB's efforts to get to HIS man. You have to give credit to the Accy training ground for that one. It's the kind of play that comes off 1 in 10 times and unfortunately for us, it was that 1 time.