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So why is a posters view expressing concern about aspects of a performance any less valid than a positive one? Is it not equally possible that certain posters are picking up the positives in his performance and judging him on those alone? That's the thing about opinions, it's hard to know who is being even handed and who is being overly lenient or overly harsh. That's why I responded to Steve because generally he's been a pretty even handed chap over the years. I wasn't at the game so I bow to the greater knowledge to those who were, but to pretend that at the very least it is dividing opinion is simply untrue as I showed above. That comment is a pretty ringing endorsement. Absolutely nothing wrong with that of course and that opinion is just as valid as others, but I do think that comments like that contrast with quite a few of the other opinions after yesterdays game. Fair comment?

I imagine some people have different expectations to others. For me, it was just the uncertainty and nervousness at the Forest game that was a slight concern, though that can be entirely explained by the fact that he lacked fitness and it was his first game. Whilst it sounds good that he has improved since then, bambi on ice comments are a bit of a concern as is the fact that we have little backup with Seaborne out. I would hope we would get someone in on loan in case either CB get injured.

These will go a long way to determine how our season pans out. I think we have been somewhat fortunate in our last two games that both teams were unable to take their chances. I'm not sure the likes of West Ham and Middlesborough will give us that luxury. Will be an interesting test of our abilities and if we can stay around the top fter these seven then I will be really looking for playoffs at a minimum and hoping for more.

Give it a rest. Every thread you are making a comment about me. It's a bit weird.

'Not enough of a performance from the Hoover to rave about' from upandaway 'first game i have been to this year anud thought he was our worst player not impressed at all still, its all about opinions' from redondo saint 'I thought he looked OK today, but anyway he played miles better than he did against forest!' from colehillsaint 'Still not convinced be interesting to see how he deals under pressure in an away fixture' from chip 'Better today. Still looks like Bambi on ice at times (but I'm willing to concede the weather probably played a part today). Still not as dominant in the air as I would like (but I think i've been spoilt be two seasons of the man moutain that is Jaidi)' from doddisalegend 'He looked "better, but" would be my response. The back four looked tighter, but still not infallible, but then again we had a mixed bunch playing against Forest last week. He looked better, but still not convinced he's what we needed. Lost the ball completely at one point in the second half and then eventually realised it was behind him, gave away the silly free kick they scored form and his distribution needs working on. Against that he was a bit of a lump when we needed one and got some good challenges in.' from um pahars All comments which suggest an improved performance but still some overall concerns there (much like the forest game where there were some good points but also some moments of concern too.) Compare these comments to some of the others and how can you not say there is a divide of opinion? How can you say you can't see the evidence when it is right there?

That's good to hear. I think what will be most interesting is seeing what his strengths are compared to seaborne who has his own deficiencies. I wonder who will be the best fit for the team in the long term (if we do sign him).

What tosh. I presume you missed my FIRST response after today's game, but then that wouldn't fit with your agenda and you read into things what you want. There was no selective opinions or feedback. I responded to um pahars' post because I had received a text which said similar. Besides, his post wasn't overly critical but it wasn't the ringing endorsement that some were giving him. Personally I prefer this approach anyway because we aren't bigging someone up too early and if he does show improvement every game (even though it's been just two games, that does seem the case so far) then it will be more of a pleasant surprise. Your incorrect assumptions without reading all of My responses make you look pretty foolish.

Wasn't it ladysaint?

Good to see my friend and Southampton girl Laura Carmichael doing so well.

Obviously, but it's rare that a player divides opinion so much. Normally there is some sort of consensus about a players ability.

Funny how different opinions are from people who watch the same game.

Thanks. A friend at the game had similar thoughts to yourself but on Solent they thought he was decent so I was a bit confused.

A decent chairman with some good points and a few flaws.

As well as seeing something as a superb investment and running it competently, possibly to leave it and sell for a profit.

Hmm so looks like a few mixed opinions. Still, he didn't do anything drastically wrong and you will hope he improves. Against forest I felt he stood out in a bad way as someone not really 'part' of our team (not surprising considering how little he had played.) Was he like that today or did he look a good fit?

Not soil yourself no but expressing concern about some areas of the business is perfectly fine. I think we are doing fantastically at the moment but there are still a few areas of the club that aren't up to the standard of the others IMO. Supporting the team but criticising certain parts of the club when you feel it is necssary is perfectly possible.

Good to hear. Am hoping to go to Cardiff away so lets hope he continues that solid form.

Is it not possible to praise Cortese but also criticise when you feel there are things he could do better? To some on here he is above criticism and that simply isn't healthy.

Why do these threads always pop up? Cortese has his strengths and some weaknesses and gets on with people better than other. Well done Cortese for appointing Adkins who is so far doing a very good job. Do people prefer talking about the chairman than the team?

Norton blocks all sorts of stuff that is perfectly harmless.

Absolutely amazing start to our season. Almost lost for words!

It's unbelievable, like a dream. I'm just waiting for us to fall away after the amazing start. If we can keep this up for the rest of the season well it would just be one of the greatest achievements in the history of the club.

FFS. Nervous times.

This form is getting ridiculous now. Phenomenal stuff from the saints.

Dangerous free kick now.