Given - Excellent, made several great save. Unlucky with the 1st goal. Slight worry he palms alot that could be caught (i might be wrong)
Young - Defensively was okay, great positions going forward, but often isnt used or gives a poor ball. Hoofed along the line a bit much
Warnock - Very good again, strong tackles. Still a tendency to dive in too early
Dunne - Awful 1st minute, got better, then seemed to tire. Hopefully will up his game
Collins - Very strong but get caughts out by clever players. A genuine worry this season. Needs to stop thinking he is beckham
Albrighton - love the guy, awful today. only ways is up. huge season for him
Petrov - good on the ball, poor reactions though. game really passed him by and fitness is a big concern
Delph - strong, athletic and can keep the ball moving. didnt show much of that today. love to see him get a run of games
Delfouneso - lovely skill, good confidence, poor crossing. clearly not a winger but did his best. tired before substitution
Ireland - game passed him by, hard to know was this his fault or not, had high hopes for him this season, this has lowered after this game
Aghbonlahor - good spells, then went missing for long periods. i really dont know what type of player he is anymore. really bulked up too much
Makoun - kept the ball well, kept the play moving. hopefully will do well this season
Heskey - made a difference, nice shot-unlucky!
Bannan - thought he really improved us. could replace ireland soon if he doesnt up his game
gardener - honest to god i thought he looked excellent! just looked so comfortable and composed. game time is a must!
overall, not too disheartened. its still preseason. youth is our big hope!!