From the commentatory, it sounds like we have had as many clear cut chances as them. Bristow is having a good game apparently.Hope that we can take something from this, though sounds like the hosts are having the bulk of the chances. Not much attacking play coming from our wing-backs?
In terms of clear chances, I think it has been fairly even.Only stats but BBC info tells a story
Mansfield shots 9 versus our 2
On target Mansfield 5 versus our 1
Big question marks over recruitment in that area. Aerial ability for centre halves is a staple requirement in league two. We’ve signed Byrne, Jameson and Robinson (albeit the latter can play full back), and it’s not working. Ok we’re missing turnbull but none of those 3 signings sound that dominant in the air. Might sound harsh but is it any wonder Hartlepool and Oldham fans weren’t too concerned about Byrne and Jameson leaving them?Yes, balls in the air are a problem.
It sounds like Jameson has done well in the air today, and both Turnbull and Davies are dominant aerially. Hockenhull is also decent aerially.Big question marks over recruitment in that area. Aerial ability for centre halves is a staple requirement in league two. We’ve signed Byrne, Jameson and Robinson (albeit the latter can play full back), and it’s not working. Ok we’re missing turnbull but none of those 3 signings sound that dominant in the air
If true then it’s another example of lack of leadership and being vocal. Would that have happened with Murphy in goal? A daft question I guess as we’ll never knowSounded like no call from Doohan leading to Byrne taking the safe option and conceding from the corner, when we switched off.