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This run of bad form is not doing him any good. He needs to be taken out of the spotlight. Ralph seems unable to see this.

No change from the last game really. The opposition attacks, it's a goal almost every time. Today we are weaker. Midfield non-existent. Redmon somehow stays on.

10 mins in which we did what we usually do. Pass, sideways, backward, pass. No threat whatsoever.

Not surprised by this start. I think the game will be well beyond reach by half time.

Today's result means we can rest a bit easier when we get beat Monday. No matter by how many, we will still be in the same place.

He's been really bright during the last couple of games and seems to have gained some confidence and belief since his early appearances. Most importantly right now, he actually created one or two chances with his trickery. So yes he must play, if fit.

I am with you. Lockdown is depressing enough.

Opposition teams are opening us up at will. We got lucky last night that it was only 3. Confidence is extremely low and Ralph appears unable to restore it. This one will be over in the first 25 mins.

Already 2-0 by that point with the game gone. No point getting injured

We looked ok first half. But equally, you just knew a goal against would be enough to destroy the confidence. And that the next 2-3 or 4 would follow. Fortunately, they ran out of time.

All the other teams, bar West Brom are picking up the odd win. Some against us. It's not as unlikely as you think. Where do you see us getting the next point? Can't see us beating Sheff Utd away.

1 point from the last 24 available. For reference, here is the current table:

Looks like on this occasion, he has not been able to restore confidence from the 9-0 loss. We need new ideas. But who is available, and who can we even afford?

People need to wake up and look at our recent form. Last 8 games table looks like this. Unless something changes...

Barely mustered a chance for the last 8 games. I agree.

We must be the worst performing team in the league right now. Perhaps only second to Sheff Utd?

Well, at least if he got sent off right away we'd know he's doing it on purpose 😉

But for McCarthy. Defence all at sea.

So depressing being a Saints fan in lockdown at the moment. Look forward to the games all day as a bit of an escape from the mundane. And end up feeling even worse by the end. Come on Lads. Please give us something to shout about!

Yes. Confidence is destroyed. They are running freely through us as if there is noone there. Could be a heavy one if they get another soon.

Unfortunately we usually play slow and lethargic football in the second half. And offer very little threat on the opposition goal. Couldn't even break down 9 man Newcastle.

It does feel like a fix. But I can't see how. Too big a scale!

Crazy game. Yet again two decisions against us to knock the confidence. Fortunately, there was no ambiguity with Romeu's amazing tackle. Just an amazing piece of play. Or he'd be off.

The decisions against us are starting to get ridiculous. We can't score a goal. Can't get a pen. Have everything given against us. No wonder the players are frustrated.

yep. Ref was too obsessed about the leg. Doesn't see the hand on the chest.