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West Bromwich Albion FC / Re: Grorty Dick Appreciation/Fanzines

« on: February 18, 2011, 08:37:52 PM »

I used to love grorty dick but their vendetta against Megson was purely non football and pathetic in the extreme.

It strangled itself.

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West Bromwich Albion FC / Re: Was RDM sacked to early?

« on: February 18, 2011, 05:13:16 PM »

He wasn't taking us anywhere but down, should have gone earlier.

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General Football & Sports / Re: Dingle watch - Anything Wolves

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:50:02 AM »

Have we ever celebrated a 0-0 draw like a Champions League win? Now that was embarrasing.

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Albion Matchday Forum / Date of game

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:20:52 AM »

Is this a certainty that it's on the Monday night or does it rest on Stoke not having a replay?

I really don't know how Sky can do this, i know alot of people who have wasted money on advanced train tickets for the saturday.

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Albion Matchday Forum / Your team for the Wolves game?

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:17:08 AM »

I'm assuming Mulumbu is out....


--------------------------------------------Myhill----------------------------------------------------

Reid---------------------Pablo--------------------------Olsson--------------------------Shorey

--------------------------------------------Jara------------------------------------------------------

Brunt------------------------------------Dorrans-----------------------------------------Thomas

-------------------------Odemwingie-------------------Fortune---------------------------------

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West Bromwich Albion FC / Re: How the comments changed on the day RDM left

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:09:22 AM »

I had lost faith in RDM more than most, but when the sacking was announced i did feel very sad as he's a likable bloke who gave us a very good season last year and some great games this, that Arsenal game will stay with me forever.

However, there are deep routed problems that seem to have been either ignored or unable to be addressed. A big issue for me was RDM had never been at a club in trouble. and how no idea how to turn it around.

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West Bromwich Albion FC / Re: Hodgson Focusing on Defence...

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:03:28 AM »

This can only be a good thing imo, we need huge work on our defencive shape and work as a unit, the midfield also needs to become more disciplined.

I also take this article as a huge indication that RDM had completely abandoned all focus on this vital area of our game and as a consiquence we turned into a disorganised rabble.

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West Bromwich Albion FC / Hodgson Focusing on Defence...

« on: February 18, 2011, 09:01:24 AM »

West Brom: Hodgson to focus training on defence and team shape

ROY Hodgson has conceded that Albion can forget all hopes of survival unless the defence take heed of his coaching and advice.

The Baggies have conceded 24 goals in their last 10 league games – with at least two goals being conceded per game over that period.

Hodgson worked with the players on their defensive shape and organisation during his opening day of training on Monday.

They resume training today with the new boss under no illusions of the task he faces trying to re-shape his backline.

“I, like many West Brom fans, was very happy to hear the final whistle last week because I could see what was happening,” said Hodgson.

“It’s pretty obvious where our problems were during that game with West Ham.

“We know what we have to get right within the time we have left.

“They can expect some sessions on the training pitch to try and solve this.

“We will work hard before the game, mainly on basic work shape. We only hope we have sufficient time to improve as a team.

“We need the players to be receptive and defend as a team and unit. We need to do better defensively if we are to survive in this league – it is the only way we can do that.

“Three-three draws, with thousands of chances, are only entertaining for those who are fans.”

Hodgson is fully aware that he takes over an Albion side who have earned plaudits for their style of play.

Indeed, the biggest criticism of their failed survival bid two years ago was the fact that Tony Mowbray did not address his expansive side’s defensive problems.

Hodgson believes Albion’s current style of play – which makes full use of decent attacking options – won’t be compromised by an improvement of their defence.

“Survival is paramount,” he continued. “The way I like my teams to play is right to what West Brom fans have come to expect.

“We have to get better defensively but being better defensively doesn’t mean being negative.

“We’ve got good attacking players, good quality players and we know we’ve the players to be a good team.

“We must attack and defend well. Hopefully we can do it the way that fans would be happy to see us play.”

http://www.birminghammail.net/birmingham-sport/west-bromwich-albion-fc/west-bromwich-albion-fc-news/2011/02/17/west-brom-hodgson-to-focus-training-on-defence-and-team-shape-97319-28185136/2/