Quote Originally Posted by Chick A Saw View Post
James, like i said, i didnt see the whole game, and probably wont ever, but i did see some of the second half where Powers looked like he was out on his feet because of the conditions. He was still passing the ball quite quickly and mostly forward, and this is where i cannot see where all this slow down pish comes from.

I also dont get the comment from offshore about the fans reaction as when i have watched Powers, he is constantly on the move, offers for a pass, looks around before accepting the pass and usually first times the ball to the next player. If nobody forward shows during the look around, then is it Powers that is slowing things down, or the supposedly accepting player?

Around the subbies, i saw Powers deep with Butcher too far forward and Pawlett being Pawlett. The subbies happen and Butcher goes into his position who then has 2 players who are suited to their positions who were all of a sudden showing for forward balls
Bang on the money for me.