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He might be getting used to it.

Hopefully all our fireworks will be on the pitch. Nothing would give me, and many others I suspect, more satisfaction than turning these over today.

The bottom line is that we have to start winning league games very quickly if we are to have any hope of staying up. We wasted the Nottingham Forest game however many times Jones tries to claim we weren't that bad. The Brighton loss was acceptable although not the manner in which we allowed them to stroll to victory - they are a good side as recent results are proving. Fulham away we did ok but, having got so close to taking a point and possibly 3 should not have come away with nothing. Now, starting today we must begin chalking up wins although as It's Everton away I think a point would be acceptable. The performance against City was exceptional but this will be a different game and it is how we deal with the way Everton set up because they will likely want to keep things tight and make it a scrap so it'll be hard to play the same as we did on Wednesday. Jones must find a way of getting a performance in what will be a very tense affair. Let's see what he has up his sleeve.

Lawro has gone for 1-1 but put the kiss of death on us by saying he thinks we'll stay up 🙂

Maybe one of the main differences is that they had a meeting when home truths were aired and it got quite heated. Things that had been stored up maybe came out and it cleared the air and worked as a bit of a reset. Whatever the reasons the performance against City was exactly what the fans want and the passion, effort, desire, commitment, drive, skill and willingness to all dig in together for the good of the team must be maintained or even intensified. We cannot afford to revert to type and tomorrow is a massive game. I guess we'll learn a lot by the final whistle. 3 points would be fantastic but I'd probably take a draw if the performance is a good one.

I thought exactly the same thing.

I'd go with Baz Lyanco DCC Salisu KWP Lavia Diallo JWP Orsic A Armstrong Mara

Yeah, remember us pissing all over them and their fans chanting 'What the feck is going on' and we also regularly beat them at Maine Road.

Have to feel for Tino. This does not bode well for the lad but let's hope he comes out of it stronger.

He's obviously very perceptive and hence has decided to jump ship. He is probably one of a few people not surprised by last night's result 🙂

I think one of KWP's major plus points is his ability to play right or left back. That is a massive help when injuries and suspensions strike. Hope we keep him for as long as possible because he's one of our best players.

Must be mad but helps our cause.

Lyanco showed last night that there is a player there. I like the way he was initially employed as a right back but the whole team was flexible enough to adapt into 5 at the back when needed with Djenepo dropping into the wing back role. That shows smart thinking and I hope we can maintain that system going forward because it also means we have more height in the side. Certainly until Tino is back and up to speed Lyanco at right back must be an option. He showed with the interception, swift break down the wing and early pass to Mara that he can be a good offensive player. He was calmer last night and needs to maintain that because he's a better player for it although his obvious passion is infectious and raises those around him. Along with others I've criticised his rashness but last night he was immense other than one error of judgement when he rushed across but failed to stop Grealish surging down the wing. He's learning and getting better so long may that continue.

Speaks very well for a youngster. Let's hope he can hit the ground running to give us more options in midfield.

The big tactical change was getting JWP in a more advanced role and playing 3 in midfield. The 3 helped Diallo who looked much more comfortable. Lavia is getting back up to speed and was superb for his 60 minutes yesterday.

But most of us thought it would be impossible tonight so you never know.

Christ, that's put the cat among the pigeons. He's only gone and done a tactical number on Pep and his fancy dans. Maybe he has got something about him. If he gets a win at Everton I will start to believe someone up there is answering his prayers. I've been critical so tonight full credit where it's due because that was a stunning team performance.

You got your wish.

Maybe right back is his position. Ok, he'll make a few mistakes but he looks more suited. Also gives us extra height without playing 5 at the back. Plus, he is quite cool with the ball and doesn't panic too much. His role in the first goal was superb. Also credit to the two goal scorers with a couple of beauties. Mara's finish was sublime.

Take a bow Nathan. That is all we ask for - a strong press, 100% effort mixed in with grit, determination and no little skill. The second half was as good as the first because we held them at bay even when they brought out the big guns. In fact we still had the better chances. This must be the bench mark - if it is then mad Nate has proved me and a lot of people wrong. We need these type performances week in week out but it's given us some hope. Well played boys - absolutely immense.

Orsic off the bench to smash one into the top corner.

Wow. Where did that come from! This is the standard of effort and pressing we need to see in every game. Two great goals and we've had a right go at them. Credit to Nathan Jones because this is chalk and cheese from what we've seen so far. Bring in some new additions and maybe this team has a chance of staying up. As to the second half, not sure what to expect other than they'll bring on the big guns. We'll need shrewd use of subs because we've put a lot in. Well done lads.

I was being ironic.

Would be up there with the healing of the paralysed man.

Well it's worked up to now.