I agree that our approach was poor, especially in the first 60 minutes. The introduction of actual wingers meant balls being put into the box, we hit the bar and Wedgie missed a good chance one-on-one. They've only conceded 19 goals in 23.

Frank was on the Back of the Net podcast where he argued it was reasonable to play out from the back when the conditions suited it. I agree with you that playing to Dixon's head gives him no chance and makes his job near impossible. At least we have some decent offensive players - I think our problem is more in the 76 goals conceded.

Mike Dixon has no interest in challenging for anything, and certainly doesn't want to head the ball. Even if he puts a shoulder against a defender in an aerial challenge we might win a corner or throw in. As it is he makes life easy for opposition defenders. Maybe he is conserving energy, or doesn't want to get injured, or maybe that is just not his game.

Last edited by Andy Mc (28/1/2018 5:53 pm)