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I know we have a match thread, but I didn't want discussion about one match to get lost in that.
Was at the game last night and I have a few thoughts.
1) It's clear the FA has no plan. We should not be with an interim coach for so long, especially one who has had the role twice before. It's not a sign of progress. We need to get a proper coach in now so we can build towards the Asia Cup in 2026. That there is no one out standing out to take this job is a bit concerning.
2) The tactics were so bad. Looked like we had 5 at the back, 2 defensive midfielders which is too many defensive players. We were so open when they attacked because the defensive line was felt and the front 5 were two narrow, almost square like. We should have adjusted that after their first goal. They didn't really create too many major chances, but they created enough, which is all top teams need. So many times we made break and then would cross the ball in, but it was pointless. We had 1 player in the box and they had 4. There was no attacking threat. It was as if the plan was to hope Caitlin got on it, hold up, try and turn and shoot. That's not a plan. We need to be better. The two times we got a decent ball in, came from Freier and there was no one to meet it. Also, why were our corners going towards the penalty kick spot. No one to attack that either.
3) Over reliance on the old guard. I get it. They've done so much for the game and are legends, but we can't just rely on them, even when they are not performing. Macca has always been susceptible for me. She's shown a few key basic errors, but she's always just played. Kennedy and Yallop are not bringing anything new to the team. The thing is that a lot of them still have something to offer, but not as the only option. Sharn Freier looked so good when she came on. Her skill level and technical ability is impressive. Get her playing more. Sometimes, even the likes of Raso and Foord just looked a bit too one dimensional. Got to change and mix it up, can't keep relying on name alone.
Was at the game last night and I have a few thoughts.
1) It's clear the FA has no plan. We should not be with an interim coach for so long, especially one who has had the role twice before. It's not a sign of progress. We need to get a proper coach in now so we can build towards the Asia Cup in 2026. That there is no one out standing out to take this job is a bit concerning.
2) The tactics were so bad. Looked like we had 5 at the back, 2 defensive midfielders which is too many defensive players. We were so open when they attacked because the defensive line was felt and the front 5 were two narrow, almost square like. We should have adjusted that after their first goal. They didn't really create too many major chances, but they created enough, which is all top teams need. So many times we made break and then would cross the ball in, but it was pointless. We had 1 player in the box and they had 4. There was no attacking threat. It was as if the plan was to hope Caitlin got on it, hold up, try and turn and shoot. That's not a plan. We need to be better. The two times we got a decent ball in, came from Freier and there was no one to meet it. Also, why were our corners going towards the penalty kick spot. No one to attack that either.
3) Over reliance on the old guard. I get it. They've done so much for the game and are legends, but we can't just rely on them, even when they are not performing. Macca has always been susceptible for me. She's shown a few key basic errors, but she's always just played. Kennedy and Yallop are not bringing anything new to the team. The thing is that a lot of them still have something to offer, but not as the only option. Sharn Freier looked so good when she came on. Her skill level and technical ability is impressive. Get her playing more. Sometimes, even the likes of Raso and Foord just looked a bit too one dimensional. Got to change and mix it up, can't keep relying on name alone.
