| losing the ball in transition 09:53 - Apr 3 with 1391 views | SaleAway |
One thing I really noticed last night, especially in the second half. We actually won the ball back in our half really well. And those opportunities to transition, are where teams like Forest really hit you hard, but last night it was very clear that we really weren't properly tuned in as to how we transition quickly, and we so often got caught in possession and gave the ball straight back.
I do think its something where the 3 tens need to be stronger and quicker with their hold up play and decision making, but hopefully, if we can keep the same team together for a few games, that might come.
That said, the two goals were great. Delap's reminding me of Chaplin's at Derby....
And what a feeling when the final whistle finally went.... think that might have been the longest 30 minutes of my recent footballing life! |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:04 - Apr 3 with 1319 views | Guthrum |
There are two reasons for that, IMO.
Firstly, we are up against truly top-level defenders, who have that extra sharpness of thought, anticipation, positioning and movement which puts them in the best place to intercept passes nine times out of ten.
Secondly, when transitioning from defence, we often don't have the players up field to whom we can deliver the ball, with those that are well marked by opponents. Our very isolated forwards have to hold the ball up for too long before reinforcements arrive and defenders are very clever at drawing the foul to kill attacks. |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:09 - Apr 3 with 1265 views | SaleAway |
Yeah, the pace at which prem teams can close down an attacks is the biggest eye-opener for me this year.
The way through it is to have those patterns of play ingrained, and one-touch your way through it. Bournemouth actually did it really well through the middle of the pitch, but lost their way in the last third.
We were just that little bit slower, and less accurate with the decisions and subsequent passes, which is just enough to allow them to snuff it out... fine margins, but quite clear to see where a small improvement would bring massive benefits, not only in allowing us more going forward threat, but also stopping us being pinned in our own half so much. | |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:11 - Apr 3 with 1244 views | Basuco |
It is all about pace, power and stamina, Bournemouth were closing down with 2 or 3 players on the player in possession, they had the athletic ability to to do this most of the game. That is why Broady was able to find so much space for his goal. That is the big difference of the PL, the players get up to support the attack then very quickly get back to support the defence, big, mobile, quick and stamina to do this all game. The difference last night was that two big mistakes by Bournemouth ended with two well taken goals, we took our chances. |  | | |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:14 - Apr 3 with 1206 views | Basuco |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:09 - Apr 3 by SaleAway |
Yeah, the pace at which prem teams can close down an attacks is the biggest eye-opener for me this year.
The way through it is to have those patterns of play ingrained, and one-touch your way through it. Bournemouth actually did it really well through the middle of the pitch, but lost their way in the last third.
We were just that little bit slower, and less accurate with the decisions and subsequent passes, which is just enough to allow them to snuff it out... fine margins, but quite clear to see where a small improvement would bring massive benefits, not only in allowing us more going forward threat, but also stopping us being pinned in our own half so much. |
The absence of Jason Klivert was a big bonus for us, they appeared to really miss him up front. | | | |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:31 - Apr 3 with 1115 views | Steve_M |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:09 - Apr 3 by SaleAway |
Yeah, the pace at which prem teams can close down an attacks is the biggest eye-opener for me this year.
The way through it is to have those patterns of play ingrained, and one-touch your way through it. Bournemouth actually did it really well through the middle of the pitch, but lost their way in the last third.
We were just that little bit slower, and less accurate with the decisions and subsequent passes, which is just enough to allow them to snuff it out... fine margins, but quite clear to see where a small improvement would bring massive benefits, not only in allowing us more going forward threat, but also stopping us being pinned in our own half so much. |
I thought Iraola's comments were interesting, talking about a lack of offensive clarity - the difference between having good attacking possession and good chances.
 Iraola: We Lacked Clarity Offensively 3rd Apr 2025 09:07AFC Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola said his side lacked the offensive clarity they showed in games earlier in the season during last night’s 2-1 defeat to the Blues.  4
Another manager who explains stuff to fans rather than treating them as idiots.
I thought the last ten minutes we were particularly bad at keeping possession due to a bit of nervousness. It wasn't as big a win as the Spurs one as it's too late int he season but it felt as important to hold on for our own well being. |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:33 - Apr 3 with 1104 views | homer_123 |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:09 - Apr 3 by SaleAway |
Yeah, the pace at which prem teams can close down an attacks is the biggest eye-opener for me this year.
The way through it is to have those patterns of play ingrained, and one-touch your way through it. Bournemouth actually did it really well through the middle of the pitch, but lost their way in the last third.
We were just that little bit slower, and less accurate with the decisions and subsequent passes, which is just enough to allow them to snuff it out... fine margins, but quite clear to see where a small improvement would bring massive benefits, not only in allowing us more going forward threat, but also stopping us being pinned in our own half so much. |
I thought Bournmouths decision making and passing was actually poor last night and not just in the final third.
Was that down to them having an off day or our approach, probably a mix of both. |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:34 - Apr 3 with 1096 views | homer_123 |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:31 - Apr 3 by Steve_M |
I thought Iraola's comments were interesting, talking about a lack of offensive clarity - the difference between having good attacking possession and good chances.
Iraola: We Lacked Clarity Offensively 3rd Apr 2025 09:07AFC Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola said his side lacked the offensive clarity they showed in games earlier in the season during last night’s 2-1 defeat to the Blues. 4
Another manager who explains stuff to fans rather than treating them as idiots.
I thought the last ten minutes we were particularly bad at keeping possession due to a bit of nervousness. It wasn't as big a win as the Spurs one as it's too late int he season but it felt as important to hold on for our own well being. |
As I said below, I'll forgive the last 10 mins, understandable given the season we have had. | |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:35 - Apr 3 with 1091 views | homer_123 |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:04 - Apr 3 by Guthrum |
There are two reasons for that, IMO.
Firstly, we are up against truly top-level defenders, who have that extra sharpness of thought, anticipation, positioning and movement which puts them in the best place to intercept passes nine times out of ten.
Secondly, when transitioning from defence, we often don't have the players up field to whom we can deliver the ball, with those that are well marked by opponents. Our very isolated forwards have to hold the ball up for too long before reinforcements arrive and defenders are very clever at drawing the foul to kill attacks. |
Worth noting our second goal, given the context you've given below.
Four/ five passes altogether, a lovely ball from Cajuste to Delap, who'd lost his marker and found a bit of space. | |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:39 - Apr 3 with 1041 views | Steve_M |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:33 - Apr 3 by homer_123 |
I thought Bournmouths decision making and passing was actually poor last night and not just in the final third.
Was that down to them having an off day or our approach, probably a mix of both. |
We probably played them, at a good time, a few injuries and a bit of a downturn in form.
I thought this line from Phil's match report was telling:
"The Cherries are now without a win in five in the league and have lost their last four league games on home turf."
I think that shows the toughness of this league, they've had a really good season overall but it's so easy to have a run without winning. [Post edited 3 Apr 11:19]
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:41 - Apr 3 with 1020 views | ArnieM |
When the ball went forward , it was rarely "held up" or laid off effectively. On the one big occasion it was , Delap scored his fantastic goal. Its a learning curve for a young forward line . |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:44 - Apr 3 with 1008 views | homer_123 |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:39 - Apr 3 by Steve_M |
We probably played them, at a good time, a few injuries and a bit of a downturn in form.
I thought this line from Phil's match report was telling:
"The Cherries are now without a win in five in the league and have lost their last four league games on home turf."
I think that shows the toughness of this league, they've had a really good season overall but it's so easy to have a run without winning. [Post edited 3 Apr 11:19]
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Yeah, I reckon that's about spot on.
Very, very easy for any team to go on a run of poor results in this division! | |
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| losing the ball in transition on 10:51 - Apr 3 with 959 views | baxterbasics |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:44 - Apr 3 by homer_123 |
Yeah, I reckon that's about spot on.
Very, very easy for any team to go on a run of poor results in this division! |
Can it be Wolves turn now, again, please. |  |
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| losing the ball in transition on 11:52 - Apr 3 with 788 views | Radlett_blue |
| losing the ball in transition on 10:51 - Apr 3 by baxterbasics |
Can it be Wolves turn now, again, please. |
Be nice, but Wolves have improved after changing manager & don't seem to have been missing Cunha. They're 9th in the form league over the last 6 games. Beating them on Saturday is absolutely essential if we are to have a chance of staying up, but I think Wolves are in too good form not to pick up points from their following 3 games v Spurs, Man U & Leicester. West Ham & Everton are sliding a bit but it would take a catastrophic collapse for them to fall into the mix. After Wolves, we face Chelsea, Arsenal & Newcastle & it's hard to see us getting more than 4pts from those 3 games. |  |
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