it was.

defensively it was appalling though which people tend to forget. always amazed me how somebody who analysed everything failed to see, or sort out, a defence that was really easy to play against

Yeah. For it to work fully and for a long period it needed top players in nearly every position. I’d love him to be England manager with the talent in that squad.

not for me. far too easy to play against

Bamford out until at lest end of September. Firpo setback with his injury..what a surprise. Deary me.

Spence has a knock, unlikely to play Sunday also.. honestly it’s as if we’re cursed.

Yeh read that.
Let`s hope Spence is not too serious.
Such a shame we couldn`t get rid of biscuit bones and Harpo.

supurb from rutter and piroe. promising signs of a good partnership

Yes very positive. Great goal after a very slow start

brilliant 3 points.
rutter been excellent but this win has been built on the back 4 and amapdeu/gray.
something that's not been said for 4 years

Bad news on Spence. Out for several weeks with a knee ligament injury. Assuming it's similar to other knee ligament injuries we've had, it will probably be at least 6 weeks.

Very good performance after a shaky start.
Shame about Spence as he is an upgrade on Ayling.
Ampadu and Gray top class and we need to keep them fit and not overplay them which is going to be difficult,
Rutter took his goal well but he needs to be stronger holding the ball up and stop falling over.
I was giving him a 5/10 up until the last 10 minutes.
How on earth did James not score but got away with an assist haha.
Would you take 60 million for Summerville and Gnonto in January?

if they're happy, no I wouldn't. With the forward options we have we should be looking at promotion.

Need to work out how to break down teams at home who sit deep but looking good away on the counter

5 out of 10 for rutter? Give over chapy, everyone’s knows you don’t rate him but he had a great game

I knew I would cop it for the 5/10.
I did eventually give him 6 like I said up to ten to go it was a 5 from me.
Harsh maybe?
Ayling gets a 6 just
I think the thing that irks me about Rutter is the tippy tappy stuff he does before falling over.
He stays on his feet he has a better chance of scoring.
Listen I`m hoping he goes from strength to strength once his confidence is back.

Yeah agree Tad. That was a very good away performance. Built on very solid defence and control in midfield. I actually thought we were a tad slow to move the ball in attack but were ruthless when they had a chance.

Rutter was very good, he’s improving fast but needs to stay on his feet more, but that will come, he’s only young. Piroe is different gravy, absolutely deadly in front on goal, he’s premier quality. Ampadu is a brilliant signing, was the best player on the pitch. Rodon and Strujik very good at the back as was Byram. Ayling was ok but a bit erratic.

Thought Summerville held onto the ball to much but he played well, he’s learning also.

Huge performances all round and a cracking 3 points. Hull away next which is never easy. Spence injury is a big blow. Was looking forward to seeing him rip it up. Shack will have to provide the cover there.

I think that`s right Trebor and Shacks was unlucky to miss out Saturday but understandable.
Shackleton can cover both the FB`s now and fully deserved.
I might have been a bit harsh on Rutter eventually giving him a 6
Couple of friends of mine saying we shouldn`t be dropping Ayling for Spence as he brings calm and senior guidance to the young lads in the team.
I replied saying it`s Ayling who causes the calamity that the young lads have to resolve for him
Ampadu may be a doubt for Wednesday.