After what seems like an eternity, the Addicks return to home soil tomorrow to face possibly their toughest game to date. It’s not Crawley away but it’s up there!
The Chairboys are on a fine run of form following 3-0 reverse in their opening two leagues fixtures.
Wanderers legend took over the managerial reins in February when Gareth Ainsworth left for QPR. As can be seen from those recent results he is enjoying a good start to this season.
Up front they have wily old campaigner Sam Vokes and former Addick, Brandon Hanlan.
As far as we’re concerned Appleton has had another free week to work with the squad. Hopefully, he has been able to at least part way address some of the issues we’ve experienced to date.
I’d like to think we can look forward to a better organised defence, more inventive set pieces and a greater threat at the top end of the pitch.
In terms of our forward line then simply we ought to with two up top. I suspect we won’t but I do believe a 4-4-2 set up would suit us best. I don’t think we have the players to deploy anything else.
Aneke’s surprise appearance was a welcome boost last week and reminder of just how good he is when fit. I really hope he can stay injury free for some time however unlikely that seems.
Someone who will be missing soon and not due to injury, is Alfie May. I can’t see him getting through more than the next 2 or 3 games at best without getting his 5th yellow of the season.
Defensively, I’d opt for a central pairing of Jones and Abankwah. I’d also get Tennai Watson in at right back. He would help to the attacking intent that is sadly lacking on that side of the pitch.
I assume that neither Fraser or Camara will be back so the midfield options remain fairly limited. We may also be without Taylor too of course.
I am looking forward to this one as it will be a measure of where we are and an indication of what Appleton can do with this squad. There does need to be signs of improvement in the coming weeks or we can reasonably question the wisdom of replacing Holden with someone or equal or lesser ability.
Come On You Reds!
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