We were not disgraced, but as others have said "What did you expect" For all
the hype and positive talk on the run up to this game, this had defeat
written all over it unless we were to be blessed with the
same set of attributes that graced us when we beat Man U on that memorable
day a few seasons ago with the Beckford goal.
Two main things struck me about this game.
1. Chelsea did a "Barcelona" on us in that when we had possession. they were
up our arses and gave us no time to play anything more than panic hoofs. We
did seem to manage to get the ball to feet a few times. Then when they got
the ball, they slowed it down
to build a move and we allowed them time and space to do that, just as
Barcelona's opponents do. I'm no Barcelona fan by the way. but I did see a
similarity.
2. We allowed them far too much time and space on the edge of our box - they
were happy to shoot from there sometimes.
All in all, we've had a chance to measure ourselves against the current
European Champions who on the night played a strong team contrary to what I
thought they'd do.
We're a long way off, but there is a gulf between the divisions as we all
know. If and when we do go up, we have to do it with a degree of style (a la
Swansea) to have any chance of competing in the Premier League.
Don't be too dis heartened, they were simply far too good for us as was
always going to be the case. I've only seen the first 2 goals, but Beccio's
finish was top flight. If goals like is all all he ever does for us, it's
more than enough to justify his selection
Dave
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