Blackpool v Hull City Official Matchnight Thread 15.12.20

[poolfc]

I think it's fair to say I absolutely lost my shit there in the 93rd minute and haven't really come down off the ceiling yet! Think if I'd have been in the ground I might well have damaged a few limbs.

They really need to sort out that zonal marking off set pieces at the back. That's a repeated weakness and one I'd have been happy for a point for, as I could see Hull getting another one of those in the four minutes added on. Sort of knew it was coming when Ekpiteta could only force the ball onto the post for what would have been 3-1 up the other end before it. But every credit for pushing on again, getting players into the box and committing to everything it takes to try and win a game in that moment. Answered the question over the 90+ about how they can come from a losing position to win.

Looked like they got a bit of a shoeing off Hull in the game just because of how they are, big and strong and a battle with them constantly moving the ball out wide. Gretarsson looked like he was asking the ref what round it is at full time just before the feed went off. And Dougall and Robson looked a bit out on their feet, felt a bit outnumbered at times even with the five in there.

 

[Beverleypool]

Last 3-2 win at home was Bradford City in sept 18. 2-0 down in that game until 84th min!

 

[29DaysLate]

Coming from behind against the league leaders, then responding in the final minutes after they equalise in the 89th.

Absolutely brilliant. What a statement.

 

[Tangerine Manc]

Yes pool played well in parts , hull are strong team , but now pool are getting stronger
pool are learning each match
I can’t spell his name , but Center back , E , hold my hands up , getting better and better

 

[clappers]

I can understand him not starting, if there was a disciplinary issue but it was like night and day when he came on.

Agreed. He’s a winner when he wants to be and it’s usually when he’s playing with a decent partner like Yates.

 

[29DaysLate]

When the game had finished I found that my wife had painted the fingernails on my right hand

 

[Insider]

You could see tonight that we lost something in midfield when we put 2 strikers on though.
But I agree, the issue we have when it appears it isn't (regardless of formation) working is the forward line isn't linking up, which leads to Madine losing it because he is isolated.
If we play 2 up top with Yates alongside him, or with Anderson properly supporting him in a 3 it shouldn't really matter.
I thought Anderson looked really good tonight, I hope he gets a chance to start on Saturday.

I thought Anderson had a very quiet first half and I might have even hooked him but when he moved out to the left he matured like a fine wine.

 

[Towerpower99]

As a side issue... Is Dougall looking just a lil tired.... I think I'd have the massages and baths all week for him to recoup a bit.

 

[LA1 Seasider]

I’ve been defending Critch since 5pm on Saturday and telling everyone he’s tactically very astute. Tonight absolutely proves that.

 

[rememberlesshannon]

You could see tonight that we lost something in midfield when we put 2 strikers on though.
But I agree, the issue we have when it appears it isn't (regardless of formation) working is the forward line isn't linking up, which leads to Madine losing it because he is isolated.
If we play 2 up top with Yates alongside him, or with Anderson properly supporting him in a 3 it shouldn't really matter.
I thought Anderson looked really good tonight, I hope he gets a chance to start on Saturday.

I think Anderson will start on the left instead of KaiKai at Accrington.
Nothing wrong with mixing things up, tippy tappy laborious football for 40 minutes. Quick free kick, goal one. Big boot down the middle goal two. Great football for the third. Different team with two upfront, just admit it Neil.

 

[Tangerine Manc]

Only bad point , but it seems season over season I am saying the same crap
please please defend corners

 

[BlackpoolsFinest]

I thought Anderson had a very quiet first half and I might have even hooked him but when he moved out to the left he matured like a fine wine.

I think he needs games and he'll impress, especially out wide.
Let's hope we get to see more of him in the coming games.
The strength we have in depth to be switching the team around like we can is mental!

 

[mull]

Another massive game at Accy on Saturday. Their form is incredibly better than ours.

Nobody's form is, ' incredibly better' than ours at the moment.

 

[clappers]

I’ve been defending Critch since 5pm on Saturday and telling everyone he’s tactically very astute. Tonight absolutely proves that.

Was miffed at how late he left the subs on Sat. No messing this time though. All credit to Critchley.

 

[Tangerine Manc]

2 centre backs were both outstanding , resilient defending !

Can’t spell his name , but he is getting better and better , E , his name
and at start of season Looked so nervous

 

[NoFindsFriday]

What a game! Couldn’t take my eyes off it.
The team were great, Hull were great, but we deserved that win.
We will do well this season, just need to keep up the steady progression.
Well done Critch and the lads.

 

[Fatboy]

There is fighting spirit and passion now, no longer a team of strangers. We can win when we're not even at our best. There is far more to come from this group of players as confidence grows.

Well said !

 

[Stanah]

Can you imagine the noise that would have been created when CJs goal went in?
It would have taken the bloody roof off!!!
As the table stands at the moment....
Hull beat 3-2
Pboro beat 2-1
Pompy beat 1-0
Lincoln should have beat
Doncaster should have beat

Blackpool have NOTHING to fear in this division.
Whilst watching the Cods v Hull match on sky earlier in the season someone on here was crowing that those two clubs were miles ahead of Blackpool and we'd be nowhere near those two teams by the end of the season, challenging me to a virtual £50 bet.

We are now 4 points off play offs, 8 points off top place
Not bad for a shit team

Only 6 points off automatic now

 

[Dumfriestangerine]

Love a last minute goal up the seasiders

 

[Stanah]

Only 6 points off automatic now

A game in hand on 3 teams that are level 2nd

 

[1966_and_all_that]

I think it's fair to say I absolutely lost my shit there in the 93rd minute and haven't really come down off the ceiling yet! Think if I'd have been in the ground I might well have damaged a few limbs.

They really need to sort out that zonal marking off set pieces at the back. That's a repeated weakness and one I'd have been happy for a point for, as I could see Hull getting another one of those in the four minutes added on. Sort of knew it was coming when Ekpiteta could only force the ball onto the post for what would have been 3-1 up the other end before it. But every credit for pushing on again, getting players into the box and committing to everything it takes to try and win a game in that moment. Answered the question over the 90+ about how they can come from a losing position to win.

Looked like they got a bit of a shoeing off Hull in the game just because of how they are, big and strong and a battle with them constantly moving the ball out wide. Gretarsson looked like he was asking the ref what round it is at full time just before the feed went off. And Dougall and Robson looked a bit out on their feet, felt a bit outnumbered at times even with the five in there.

I take your point about set pieces against us but sometimes you just have to recognise a good goal from a good team.

 

[mull]

I think it's fair to say I absolutely lost my shit there in the 93rd minute and haven't really come down off the ceiling yet! Think if I'd have been in the ground I might well have damaged a few limbs.

They really need to sort out that zonal marking off set pieces at the back. That's a repeated weakness and one I'd have been happy for a point for, as I could see Hull getting another one of those in the four minutes added on. Sort of knew it was coming when Ekpiteta could only force the ball onto the post for what would have been 3-1 up the other end before it. But every credit for pushing on again, getting players into the box and committing to everything it takes to try and win a game in that moment. Answered the question over the 90+ about how they can come from a losing position to win.

Looked like they got a bit of a shoeing off Hull in the game just because of how they are, big and strong and a battle with them constantly moving the ball out wide. Gretarsson looked like he was asking the ref what round it is at full time just before the feed went off. And Dougall and Robson looked a bit out on their feet, felt a bit outnumbered at times even with the five in there.

Hope you had your nappy on to handle your unexpected losing of shit

 

[Towerpower99]

Only bad point , but it seems season over season I am saying the same crap
please please defend corners

Gnands used to drop back and clear most corners for us... We miss that.

 

[td53]

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Match report for fans of match reports.

 

[voyeur]

6 Games

1​	Doncaster	6​	4​	1​	1​	11​	7​	+4​	13​
2​	Blackpool	6​	4​	1​	1​	9​	6​	+3​	13​
3​	Portsmouth	6​	3​	2​	1​	11​	5​	+6​	11​
4​	Accrington	6​	3​	2​	1​	10​	7​	+3​	11​

8 Games

1​	Blackpool	8​	6​	1​	1​	12​	7​	+5​	19​
2​	Accrington	8​	5​	2​	1​	14​	7​	+7​	17​
3​	Doncaster	8​	5​	2​	1​	14​	9​	+5​	17​
4​	Crewe Alexandra	8​	5​	1​	2​	14​	10​	+4​	16​
5​	Portsmouth	8​	4​	2​	2​	14​	8​	+6​	14​

10 Games

1​	Blackpool	10​	7​	1​	2​	13​	8​	+5​	22​
2​	Portsmouth	10​	6​	2​	2​	21​	9​	+12​	20​
3​	Charlton	10​	6​	2​	2​	20​	11​	+9​	20​
4​	Accrington	10​	6​	2​	2​	15​	9​	+6​	20​
5​	Fleetwood	10​	6​	1​	3​	18​	8​	+10​	19​
6​	Doncaster	10​	5​	2​	3​	16​	13​	+3​	17​

Novice manager learning fast....

 

[poolfc]

Hope you had your nappy on to handle your unexpected losing of shit

That came off as well

 

[Maths]

I felt nothing on Saturday - kind of knew we were never going to win it but even when they pulled back to 2-2, I still felt we'd go on and win that one!

 

[Fatboy]

Yes pool played well in parts , hull are strong team , but now pool are getting stronger
pool are learning each match
I can’t spell his name , but Center back , E , hold my hands up , getting better and better

Big Marv ! Easy

 

[JJpool]

Great way to win.

After that tough 20 mins after we went ahead too, where we couldn't pass the ball. Felt like I'd been to Hull and back.

Only to come through with one Hull of a winner.

 

[Jimmy Jazz]

2 of the goals set up by a big hoof from the back. I'll take it.

 

[TangerineBayern]

As a side issue... Is Dougall looking just a lil tired.... I think I'd have the massages and baths all week for him to recoup a bit.

Wasn't one of his better game tonight but everyone has an off game every now and then.

 

[seasiderjohn]

I think it's fair to say I absolutely lost my shit there in the 93rd minute and haven't really come down off the ceiling yet! Think if I'd have been in the ground I might well have damaged a few limbs.

They really need to sort out that zonal marking off set pieces at the back. That's a repeated weakness and one I'd have been happy for a point for, as I could see Hull getting another one of those in the four minutes added on. Sort of knew it was coming when Ekpiteta could only force the ball onto the post for what would have been 3-1 up the other end before it. But every credit for pushing on again, getting players into the box and committing to everything it takes to try and win a game in that moment. Answered the question over the 90+ about how they can come from a losing position to win.

Looked like they got a bit of a shoeing off Hull in the game just because of how they are, big and strong and a battle with them constantly moving the ball out wide. Gretarsson looked like he was asking the ref what round it is at full time just before the feed went off. And Dougall and Robson looked a bit out on their feet, felt a bit outnumbered at times even with the five in there.

me too poor missus had nodded off after my outburst at conceeding then the cheer and leap off the sofa nearly gave her a heart attack GET IN

 

[mull]

Great way to win.

After that tough 20 mins after we went ahead too, where we couldn't pass the ball. Felt like I'd been to Hull and back.

Only to come through with one Hull of a winner.

Deary deary me. Dreadful, brain freezing pun time

 

[Towerpower99]

Madine dosn't always have to score.. Just being there changes how we play and also how the opposition play.... It adds a different dimension...

 

[Toastrack]

Only 6 points off automatic now

And the teams below us are now 3, 5 and 7 points behind.
Our recent form has put us in the leading group - after an indifferent start, that should motivate everyone to keep us up there & progress further.

 

[Towerpower99]

Wasn't one of his better game tonight but everyone has an off game every now and then.

Agree... Just need to look after him.

 

[Tangerine Manc]

Big Marv ! Easy

It’s big Marv

 

[Henshman]

It's not easy being a fan of 'The Mighty Pool.' I do so much dodging and weaving about, going for headers and changing my feet round during matches, June must think I've got a 'nervous tick.'
I'm knackered after every match, sweating, and it's hard work.
Recently though, I'm chuffed but more relieved when we win, even though I always expect more from matches. Onwards and upwards.

 

[Hazi]

The Blackpool of old, never make it easy but!!! Best win for the last 18 months in terms of confidence

Best win since the Championship just before Ollie left for me, certainly in terms of the total football being played

 

[Macseasider]

Nobody's form is, ' incredibly better' than ours at the moment.

 

[Towerpower99]

Just reading through and it's great to see people buzzing again... Imagine how good the team are feeling tonight... The confidence must be sky high.... Anything is possible this season UTMP

 

[1950`spoolfan]

Interesting 3 assists tonight:

1) Great ball from Garbutt

2) Great long ball from Maxwell!!!!

3) Lovely flick from the much maligned Woodburn !!!!!

 

[1966_and_all_that]

Changed your mind?

Very much yes. I've posted that in the second half he's been like a lion!

 

[1966_and_all_that]

I think Anderson will start on the left instead of KaiKai at Accrington.
Nothing wrong with mixing things up, tippy tappy laborious football for 40 minutes. Quick free kick, goal one. Big boot down the middle goal two. Great football for the third. Different team with two upfront, just admit it Neil.

I think Critchley might have had something to do with it.

 

[mull]

It's not easy being a fan of 'The Mighty Pool.' I do so much dodging and weaving about, going for headers and changing my feet round during matches, June must think I've got a 'nervous tick.'
I'm knackered after every match, sweating, and it's hard work.
Recently though, I'm chuffed but more relieved when we win, even though I always expect more from matches. Onwards and upwards.

Are you the next league down from Walking football then?

 

[Hadley]

What a squad we have put together in a relatively short time. God knows what it will look like in another 12 months.

 

[TonyGreen]

Are you the next league down from Walking football then?

Just realised 5 of the next 6 league games are away. If we can keep ourselves within reach of the leaders at the end of that run of games, we will be in a very strong position.

 

[Van-Baston]

For me the difference Madine brings was clear to see! He's just an absolute menace, nuisance, powerhouse it's like defenders are scared of him I think he's great! What a team we are building and that 3rd goal was just class fair play really neat and tidy stuff

 

[voyeur]

Just realised 5 of the next 6 league games are away. If we can keep ourselves within reach of the leaders at the end of that run of games, we will be in a very strong position.

Shit fixture planning or what?!

 

[wizard_wes]

As a side issue... Is Dougall looking just a lil tired.... I think I'd have the massages and baths all week for him to recoup a bit.

The Commentators said the same - no pre-season and a heavy schedule - still contributed though.