[Archived] Rovers v Wigan

[Husky]

14 minutes ago, BrisRover said:

What a game. I’m loving this!

It's certainly a good advert for The Championship.

[Vinjay]

12 minutes ago, MGPensioner said:

far better game than a third division tie

why oh why did they hire chimphead?

Bloody hell you could write an encyclopedia on Venkys titled "why oh why?"

To be fair some think Mowbray has a bit of a chimpish look as well...

[Miker]

This has been a really convincing performance so far. We are playing like champions. Lenihan is absolutely immense, the team has been re-energised since he's come back into the team. 

[blueboy3333]

Lenihan, Dack, Graham & Bennett have all been absolutely superb.

Nyambe has made some great tackles too. Williams has got better as the half has gone on. Mulgrew has been as classy as ever.

Mowbray has got it tactically spot on. Bennett has nullified the pace on their right side. 

Another 45mins like that please.

[Give 'Em the Axe]

Two early goals should supposedly be a nerve-settler, but I'm twitching around on the sofa and giving my thumbnails a proper worry. Can't tell if I'm excited or bricking it. Good first 45. Fingers crossed for the second half.

[Mark Atkins' Bald Patch]

Really enjoyed that... more of the same please second half.

Lenihan is a monster but needs to keep it controlled.

 

[Give 'Em the Axe]

2 minutes ago, Bigdoggsteel said:

We look very solid. Going forward we have real danger men. Graham is so wise with his play, always contests with players faster and stronger by using his brain and judging where the ball will go. 

If we score next it will be huge 

Yeah, man! Did ya notice him giving it the ol' 'stay focused lads' after the second goal? Someone mentioned Hughes earlier. IMV, this is the first time since him when we've had properly vocal leaders spread throughout the park.

It's a pity Graham started the season so sluggishly. He's great for us when he's fit and motivated.

[DE.]

Thought Armstrong did well in the first half too. There were some question marks over us bringing him in but he's brought a lot of energy and skill to the team.

[Tom]

Brilliant but feeling very nervous now - we need a third

No red cards!

[Give 'Em the Axe]

Just now, blueboy3333 said:

Mulgrew has been as classy as ever.

Yep. Heart-in-mouth time when they sallied up the pitch after a corner, I muttered at the monitor: 'don't be f'n stupid now lads' only for himself to put in a perfectly timed sliding tackle to snuff out the danger.

[G Somerset Rover]

Just now, DE. said:

Thought Armstrong did well in the first half too. There were some question marks over us bringing him in but he's brought a lot of energy and skill to the team.

He’s just a very good footballer; you can tell he’s had a proper footballing education at Newcastle. 

Feeling very nervous despite being 2 up; comon lads, let’s get a third and see this out.

[trueblue]

On this showing, we definitely have a better side than Wigan.. Just a pity we didn't click earlier in the season.. Just got to keep this desire and focus going!!

[tomphil]

Evans has played well tbf as have they all brilliant effort, next goal is massive !

Someone will walk though in this so i'd be tempted to swap Evans after the first ten of the 2nd half.

[Paul]

7 minutes ago, den said:

Brilliant from Rovers. The biggest worry by far is getting someone sent off. Time now for Mowbray to sort that. 

Wigan No5 should have walked for the foul on Bennett

[Vinjay]

Just now, tomphil said:

Evans has played well tbf as have they all brilliant effort, next goal is massive !

Someone will walk though in this so i'd be tempted to swap Evans after the first ten of the 2nd half.

Like I said in twitter DM fair chance he will get injured anyway.

[Guest]

Great scoreline so far! I also remembered why I prefer iFollow's non-punditry...

Williams is getting done down the right, as well as giving the ball away consistently. I probably wouldn't sub him for this game, but I think Bell deserves a go.

Evans did OK in his last match, and is doing OK again today, but I'd consider subbing him after 10-15 minutes. I can see him picking up a second yellow card.

Think we'll see a bit more control by Wigan in the second half, so let's do what we've already done and catch them on the break!

[Roverthechimp]

Was that Rovers doing a thorough half time warmup?

[WacoRover]

Elated at going up early, & then filled with dread at the thought of settling back in the bus... but it didn’t happen! Rovers continued aggressive play. I love it. 

[tonyoz]

25 minutes ago, den said:

Rovers have to be very very careful not to lose their heads

The biggest concern den. But, on the other hand, Lenihan sets a great example with his aggression. We've needed that! 

[perthblue02]

Will Griggs a bottler ,of smallwood he's terrifed- na na na na na na na na

[DE.]

3 minutes ago, WacoRover said:

Elated at going up early, & then filled with dread at the thought of settling back in the bus... but it didn’t happen! Rovers continued aggressive play. I love it. 

I think that's the biggest positive for me. We could easily have sat back at 1 or 2-0 but we've continued attacking which is refreshing to see.

[Bigdoggsteel]

Lads ,Nyambe is a solid player 

[Tugay's Right Foot]

Nyambe’s done well, against a top team of this league.

[Tony Rover]

Just now, Bigdoggsteel said:

Lads ,Nyambe is a solid player 

He’s put in some good tackles, just wish he would learn to release it a second or two earlier. 

[Give 'Em the Axe]

Bennett booked for pulling. Must be Bradley's influence.