AntrimBlack Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 1 hour ago, srsmithusa said: If was a new owner, and I was trying to decide if I wish to extend Bruc’s contract. I would absolutely say “we want to play on the front foot, move the ball about on the ground, let other teams tire themselves chasing the ball and us while we play higher percentage shorter, possession, but still attacking, passes. We want a system where a player and his mates all know where his first touch is going before the ball arrives. Quicker thinking, quicker acting. More attack. Less cautious approach than we’ve seen overall recently.” Then, because I’m a good human being, I would say “do you think you can provide that with these players, and with a few small, inexpensive additions to the roster?” In other words, as the “new owner”. The context you gave, damn right I would tell the manager how I wanted him to play”. After that it would be up to him to deliver that or get the boot. I agree with this. I would be very surprised if the new owners did not discuss the way forward and what they envisaged with Bruce before deciding to keep him. They would surely have wanted some confirmation from him that he could get on board with their plans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blandy Posted August 25, 2018 Moderator Share Posted August 25, 2018 1 hour ago, AntrimBlack said: I would be very surprised if the new owners did not discuss the way forward and what they envisaged with Bruce before deciding to keep him. They would surely have wanted some confirmation from him that he could get on board with their plans. That's fair - "we want to develop young players, have them have resale value when the time comes, recruit players with real ability and promise, rather than expensive ready made options, we want top quality coaching and winning entertaining football that excites the fans (and us) and in return we'll provide resources, support....etc." is kind of what you'd expect (as an example). "we want you to play 4-3-3, with a gung-ho approach and two touch football" is not. I guess that's where the line lies. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srsmithusa Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 So, to make those that think I’m too critical happy.... I really don’t agree with the recent frequent criticism that he plays players out of position With a few obvious exceptions, most players are decent athletes with some ball skills. Where they are played should be determined more by their ability to fit the role needed. It’s in the strategy and plan being used. Management at upper levels (trust me on this) involves knowing the strengths and preferences of your players; The weaknesses of your opponent; the style you want to play; the tactics and strategies you want; the referee; even the air pressure in tha ball; And getting them aligned in your favor. Jedi is fine at CB if you wanted to stop Davis, crouch, or Falaini (who has been played at forward -out of position - by SAF- when the occasion called for it) But Jedi should not asked or expected to stop RHM, Mane, Sterling, Vardy. In Iceland’s system Thor is solid left in a middle 4. Out wide in our system with our team, he gets lost. Football can be a simple game, but it can also be oversimplified. it can also hinge on very complex interplay between many factors. Players “in position” is only one and can be nullified by others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakagom Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Bruce's Invincibles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 BRUCE OUT More points dropped 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted August 25, 2018 Author Share Posted August 25, 2018 (edited) Bruce pressures on now 3 points in nine pathtic NOT GOOd ENOUGH Edited August 25, 2018 by Demitri_C 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HongKongVillan Posted August 25, 2018 VT Supporter Share Posted August 25, 2018 Defended Bruce for the Henry saga, but I think time is up. Time to take a bit of risk and get someone fresh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Czechlad Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 3 point out of 9 that we should have been getting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyM3000 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Sack him and hire JT as player manager, it's actually impossible to be any worse. I reckon JT would know what a centre back is too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New_Hope Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 The performance was unacceptable blah blah blah.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 I don't think we're getting promoted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobzy Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 We've been much better in the last 2 games... ...but only picked up 2 points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 (edited) The only thing holding this club back is the manager. Another completely woeful performance. Trying to hang on at home for the 1 - 0 against Reading. Pathetic but i assume he will get another free pass. Let the excuses roll in. Edited August 25, 2018 by AshVilla 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holteend1982 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 I'd imagine our owners have a decision to make over the international break. Another rubbish result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgyknees Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Drawing with Reading is terrible. We've drawn games with two of the worst teams in the league, no chance of promotion if things continue. More positive and aggressive teams will destroy us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobzy Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Just now, AshVilla said: The only thing holding this club back is the manager. Another completely woeful performance. Having to hang on at home for the 1 - 0 against Reading. Pathetic but i assume he will get another free pass. Let the excuses roll in. It wasn't woeful at all? Were you watching? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Won’t be here in the new year at this rate. Has had chances to resolve things and will no doubt get more time but can’t see things changing. Dropping far too many points already. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbcuk Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 (edited) 3 points from a should be 9 against the likes of Ipswich and reading, 3 poor teams and can’t even beat them Said after the Brentford game that equaliser people had rose tinted glasses on over 1 performance Get out bruce Edited August 25, 2018 by rbcuk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilGibson Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 He is just too negative in his mindset. He will not change and therefore we will end up going nowhere. We need a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketspuds Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 My concern is that we can't finish teams off at home. Brentford should have been 3 down before scoring against us and now this. If a striker isn't brought in we will fall even further behind in this league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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