Got what we deserved. Even female footballers will dominate Downing. What an absolute disgusting performance from him in this fixture. I hope that cvnt Evra dies from the plague.
This will demand a Chelsea and Man City away performance with pace upfront and on the flanks. We will be pushed back and with good, accurate passing and quick counter attacks we can punish them. I would start Kelly at the right back. Johnson for me is out of form and we need some extra height if Carrol isn't starting.
We were far more direct in the second half with our passing and exploiting the space. And with Andy holding the ball up pretty well there were plenty of options to pass. Well done. Special mention for Andy, Spearing and Enrique.
he's not a good target man and below par at holding the ball. his technique is currently terrible. when he starts to run with the ball he falls over. he constantly needs three touches to controll the ball at this tempo. he has a devestating left foot but is not able to get into the positions to pull the trigger. the service to him is terrible. but he needs to much time on the ball. he worked very hard yesterday which might be a step forward but i cant see him improving so much that he will be suited whatever type of football we play. he is an ideal pinchhitter though.