Colin Daniel

[Biddulph_PV]

On the basis we could easily find ourselves FIVE strikers (including Dodds) light come teatime tomorrow, is it time to give Big Col a go leading the line Saturday??

 

I initially though he was nothing better than a squad player, but I'm starting to change my opinion..He puts himself about and has pretty good control and mobility for a big man. Plus, importantly, he seems to know where the net is, and I can't say I remember him fluffing too many chances when they come his way.

 

I'm not saying he wouldn't need a few games to get to grips with the role, but I think him up top in a 4-5-1 with a bit of pace down the flanks (i.e. NOT Birchall) would work.

 

Of course, it may be wishful thinking on my part, as Page is just as likely to replace Pope and Williamson with Duffy and McGiven.

 

Anyone who went yesterday have any thoughts???

[Robbie Earle's Perm]

Would you really drop Pope to play a utility player there or is this based on us selling him tomorrow and not bringing in a new striker?

[Biddulph_PV]

Correct.

[aspins-revenge]

Personally, I think he's earned a run in the team, but would like to see him on the left side of a 4231 or 442 or up front in a 442.

 

Not sure he's got it to be a lone striker. Better coming onto the ball (oo-er missus) rather than with his back to goal.

[Conrad]

He's defo worth considering as we are now short on strikers, yesterday was a prime example, Willo gets injured and we have no other options available. As stated, he seems to know where the net is and I can't remember him being responsible for any **** ups.

[smithie]

With the teams around us having games in hand (3 in some cases), I would class Saturday as a must-win.

 

At the risk of stating the obvious, we need a proven "someone" to score some goals.....relying on CD to do that is a huge risk.

 

Rob Page seemed adamant yesterday in the post-match interview that getting some bodies in is non-negotiable after these recent injuries.

 

I hope Norman's got his cheque book warmed up!!

[bookworm]

With the teams around us having games in hand (3 in some cases), I would class Saturday as a must-win.

 

At the risk of stating the obvious, we need a proven "someone" to score some goals.....relying on CD to do that is a huge risk.

 

Rob Page seemed adamant yesterday in the post-match interview that getting some bodies in is non-negotiable after these recent injuries.

 

I hope Norman's got his cheque book warmed up!!

if rob page is adamant(doesn't look a bit like him)that he's happy with the squad and there wont be any signings then I'm afraid the writings on the wall, most of this shower will do in league 2, well whats left of them after league 1 clubs have done their cherry picking.

[valiant_593]

He may be doing well but for me he is an impact player, a very good one. I think he performs much better when coming on in the second half and looks very dangerous.

[Bald Eagle]

Has performed far better than most expected. With current injuries / absences will no doubt start up front vs. Bradford with Pope (if he is still here)

[driz186]

He isnt the most coordinated but he seems to cause trouble whenever he has the ball and has proven he can finish, i for one would like to see him given a chance up top

[PVFC Billy]

Regular starts can only make this lad better. Seems to be scoring goals when others don't so what have we got to lose. With the correct tactics and formation he would create and score a lot more.

[RayWalkers40yarder]

cant fault colin, hes done whats been asked of him and looks a threat on the pitch at this level. I like him a lot and he needs more time on the pitch IMO , when you look at players like birchall Williamson dodds who just are average at this level you can see cols importance to the squad right now, id give him a run for sure.