Bender Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 Referee: OLLIE YATES Oldham Not scored away from home in two games One win in six games Exeter City Unbeaten in 13 20 points from last 30 available Won last three games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watty123 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 It is pay on the day isn't it? Don't want to get all the way down and not be able to get in!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBigDog Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 It does baffle me that the games in League 1 and 2 this weekend are available as pay-per-view on iFollow. The reason given is that it is an internationals weekend I presume that the rationale behind this decision is that there will be many fans of teams without games to go to - and that these fans will potentially pay to watch lower league football broadcast via a single fixed camera… Wouldn’t it make more sense to encourage big club supporters to actually attend these games? Or has that not proved successful in the past? That said, I had planned to drive to the game but instead I will be handing over ten pounds sterling to watch the game from the comfort of my living room. See it as my contribution to reducing emissions etc. Kudos to all who do make the long journey to Devon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweeperKeeper Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 2 hours ago, TheBigDog said: It does baffle me that the games in League 1 and 2 this weekend are available as pay-per-view on iFollow. The reason given is that it is an internationals weekend I presume that the rationale behind this decision is that there will be many fans of teams without games to go to - and that these fans will potentially pay to watch lower league football broadcast via a single fixed camera… Wouldn’t it make more sense to encourage big club supporters to actually attend these games? Or has that not proved successful in the past? Interesting one. I can see the argument that a casual fan of a Premier League team is more likely to spend £10 on iFollow than £20+travel+parking+food to come in person. If you really want the atmosphere of lower league football in person and aren't too bothered about either team or the result, you'd probably go to your local non-league instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_mighty_bosh Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 I've only seen Exeter once so far this season, but my brother has a season ticket and has watched the majority of home games and saidbl it was quite indicative of the way they've played this season. Their weaker area of the team is their defence. In the match I saw they played a back four but they've more often than not played a back three this season, with the back four they have some OK defenders individually but weren't a great unit and didn't get a lot of protection from their central midfield, which was surprising with Tim Dieng in there but he was much more of a threat further up the pitch. Dieng is suspended for Saturday and will probably be replaced by Nigel Atangana, who is less of a threat going forward but will give the defence more protection. Their big strength is their attacking unit. From last season they've replaced Nicky Law's quality on the ball and Ryan Bowman's strength and power with Sam Nombe and Jevani Brown. As a result their attack is much much faster, both in terms of the way they move the ball around and the pace their attackers have. Nombe is a less bulky but quicker version of Clarke-Harris and I won't be surprised to see him heading back up the leagues within 18 months. If they play with a back 3 and an attacking 3 then I think our defence should be able to do OK against them. If they play a back 4 and a front 4 I think we'll need our wing-backs to do a lot of defensive work to help our back 3. Either way, our best chance of getting something is counter-attacking with pace. If Bahamboula plays deeper he should get the chance to run at their back line, it's whether our forwards can actually find their shooting boots (...gulp). 17 unbeaten in all competitions means that the odds are that they'll win, but like last season there are opportunities to come out of this game with something if we get our strategy right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBigDog Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 12 minutes ago, the_mighty_bosh said: it's whether our forwards can actually find their shooting boots (...gulp). If they can then we have a chance… I note that Exeter were 3-0 up after twelve minutes (and leading 5-0 at half time) against Brizzle Rovers on Wednesday. The game ended 5-3 so they either substituted a few early in the second half or Joey Barton gave an inspirational half time team talk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_mighty_bosh Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 7 minutes ago, TheBigDog said: If they can then we have a chance… I note that Exeter were 3-0 up after twelve minutes (and leading 5-0 at half time) against Brizzle Rovers on Wednesday. The game ended 5-3 so they either substituted a few early in the second half or Joey Barton gave an inspirational half time team talk! That team on Wednesday was mostly a 2nd XI (plus Dieng) which shows the depth in their squad. Oddly Exeter have played Bristol Rovers twice at home this season (in the League and Trophy) and Bristol Rovers won the 2nd halves 4-0 but Exeter won the 1st halves 9-0! I've heard rumours that Barton's team talk on Wednesday was incredible, he really upped the number of completely inappropriate WW2 references in his teamtalk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyexile84 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 55 minutes ago, the_mighty_bosh said: I've heard rumours that Barton's team talk on Wednesday was incredible, he really upped the number of completely inappropriate WW2 references in his teamtalk. He is such a monumental weapon I bet the brothers Grimm are eyeing him up to replace Curle as “a gift to the fan” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latics22 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 We have to pick up a win soon! It’s a miracle we’re not in the bottom two the other teams are surely going to scrape a win soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjointed Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 We are going to get twatted here, aren't we. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobledgersheart Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 11 minutes ago, disjointed said: We are going to get twatted here, aren't we. ............... just like we did at Ipswich ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worcester Owl Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 2 hours ago, the_mighty_bosh said: I've only seen Exeter once so far this season, but my brother has a season ticket and has watched the majority of home games and saidbl it was quite indicative of the way they've played this season. Their weaker area of the team is their defence. In the match I saw they played a back four but they've more often than not played a back three this season, with the back four they have some OK defenders individually but weren't a great unit and didn't get a lot of protection from their central midfield, which was surprising with Tim Dieng in there but he was much more of a threat further up the pitch. Dieng is suspended for Saturday and will probably be replaced by Nigel Atangana, who is less of a threat going forward but will give the defence more protection. Their big strength is their attacking unit. From last season they've replaced Nicky Law's quality on the ball and Ryan Bowman's strength and power with Sam Nombe and Jevani Brown. As a result their attack is much much faster, both in terms of the way they move the ball around and the pace their attackers have. Nombe is a less bulky but quicker version of Clarke-Harris and I won't be surprised to see him heading back up the leagues within 18 months. If they play with a back 3 and an attacking 3 then I think our defence should be able to do OK against them. If they play a back 4 and a front 4 I think we'll need our wing-backs to do a lot of defensive work to help our back 3. Either way, our best chance of getting something is counter-attacking with pace. If Bahamboula plays deeper he should get the chance to run at their back line, it's whether our forwards can actually find their shooting boots (...gulp). 17 unbeaten in all competitions means that the odds are that they'll win, but like last season there are opportunities to come out of this game with something if we get our strategy right. They'll be safe against our strikers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_mighty_bosh Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 52 minutes ago, disjointed said: We are going to get twatted here, aren't we. My prediction league score says so, but like last year we have it in us to win against them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latics22 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 14 minutes ago, the_mighty_bosh said: My prediction league score says so, but like last year we have it in us to win against them. Hidden in hopes little toe ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjointed Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Bobledgersheart said: ............... just like we did at Ipswich ! I really do hope I'm wrong, but I fear the worst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlossopLatic Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 2 hours ago, disjointed said: We are going to get twatted here, aren't we. The next months worth of fixtures look very tough however I expect us to pick up a couple of surprise results along the way. For some reason we always pick up a few good results against the bigger teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyexile84 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 17 minutes ago, GlossopLatic said: The next months worth of fixtures look very tough however I expect us to pick up a couple of surprise results along the way. For some reason we always pick up a few good results against the bigger teams. Exeter bigger you're right of course these days but I still need a sick bag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfluff1985 Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 6 hours ago, the_mighty_bosh said: Their weaker area of the team is their defence. In the match I saw they played a back four but they've more often than not played a back three this season, I read up to here then stopped, as you're obviously a liar. Can't be in 4th playing 3 at the back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_mighty_bosh Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 2 hours ago, disjointed said: I really do hope I'm wrong, but I fear the worst. There's no need to be an anxious German vegetarian. I'll get my coat... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjointed Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 28 minutes ago, the_mighty_bosh said: There's no need to be an anxious German vegetarian. I'll get my coat... I read that 3 times before I got it, don't call us we'll call you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
League one forever Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 I was tempted to say typical Latics to get a result here. But I won’t. Oldham 0 Exeter more than 0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
League one forever Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 Has Hope scored a league goal yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcmetty Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 1 hour ago, League one forever said: Has Hope scored a league goal yet? Walsall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
League one forever Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 3 minutes ago, oafcmetty said: Walsall At that rate he should be on for 3/4 goal this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcmetty Posted November 12, 2021 Share Posted November 12, 2021 2 minutes ago, League one forever said: At that rate he should be on for 3/4 goal this season. Hitman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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