There was a lot to like yesterday as The Addicks started with a win at a very wet Valley. There was an awful lot of rain but the pitch was still watered prior to kick off!
The opening day is always a good win and although the weather wasn't great it failed to dampen the enthusiasm of the largest home crowd for some time. The fans really got behind the and it made for a good atmosphere.
I guess a technical issue put paid to the playing of Valley Floyd Road but Brian Cole did an admirable job as he stepped into the breach to kick things off.
An effective rather than dazzling performance saw us over the line and get the 3 points. In the end that's what matters most. It was quite entertaining stuff for the most part, full of energy and endeavour.
The debutants more than justified their inclusion and Alfie May's tireless running deserved a goal which he so nearly got but for a quality save and Dobbo nipping in ahead of him!
I'm not a fan of the multi-ball system that the EFL has brought in this season. I think it is open to abuse by clubs should they so wish but at least it keeps the ball in play more which is the aim.
Tiring legs were replaced as the game wore on and it served to improve the team at the time. Camara ought to be playing for the other Championship club in Anglia as he looked mustard. His skill and vision was a cut above and if he can stay fir he will prove a tremendous acquisition. It was a shame he couldn't convert the chance he had late on as that would have capped a nice cameo.
A decent start then with much more still to do. We do really need to get on the front foot and get a striker in asap. I appreciate that some of the recruits (loanees) will be left until late as the Premier clubs sort their needs.
I presume that for Tuesday night's cup game we will rest a few ahead of the trip to Posh on Saturday. As good as the competition was for us last season, I wouldn't be too fussed if we out early doors. We struggle to cope with injuries at the best of times and any more risk than necessary certainly won't help.
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