Yes, I think the difference this year is that we don't have anyone (apart from Williams) with that little bit of magic that can unlock a defence with a mazy run.
it may be revisionism in my part, but while that's the bulk of the problem I'd also add we are missing a focal point up front.
there are far too many games like yesterday (jephcott) and Walsall (wakeling) where the centre forward spends all game trying hard but ultimately in a hiding to nothing.
Simpson was a power house at the end of his spell, a physical nightmare for defenders but not in the air or pace. just power
Davison I'm not going to pretend I was a massive fan of. But he did provide more of a focal point.
Both had backup from the likes of McKirdy and Barry of course.
This year we seem to be trying the same thing (I think) but end up with the loan gunman who may as well watch from the stands for all the service and support they get.
(this is turning into a ramble)
what the hell is the attacking plan? I assume Williams and a.n. other are supposed to be getting up along side and providing support?
but the much criticised speed of attack seems to negate that and it ends up far too often with a mass of players around the box, with many many defenders.
Maybe I'm changing this narrative to fit my own thoughts. But I'm struggling to think of many quick breaks that stretch the opposition or if position.
we know Austin won't fix this. We surely have to adapt to our strengths
