Having been critical of Parkinson playing one up front for the last couple of home games, this is a match that we can probably play one up front, if it means we are more competitive in midfield and can provide more support to the back four. It will suit a smash and grab because that's what we've got to do. Norwich have looked as poor as us in the two games and without Leroy Lita in the first match, both would have been drawn. The relegation fight may in some ways play stronger in their minds this evening than ours. They are level third bottom with Southampton on 26 points and I could see Glenn Roeder being happier with an exit at this stage than Parky, especially as the next round promises a long and fruitless trip to Bramall Lane.
Having said that, Roeder is fighting for his job and any win is a good one right now. He will be conscious that the Norwich public turned out in numbers at the Valley and that they want to progress to the 4th round. On reflection, therefore, I am going to go for a home win although it will probably be by the only goal and might come late on. If we can take it to penalties, I think we could win it. I would definately go to Brisbane Road in the unlikley event that we get to play them in the fourth round. The cup might then offer us some cheer and promise in 2009.
Living in the Anglia region, last night I watched Glenn Roeders interview with Look East, and he didn't look (or sound) like a man who thought his team could win anything. He had the look of a man totally dejected, and worn thin.
ReplyDeleteSuze - I understand he's under a bit of pressure himself up there. You have to think his troops will be confident of rolling us over again at their place. The next round draw is hardly inspiring but, hey, you never know!
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