Weekend Review - Football

Cambridge United were able to salvage a 2-2 draw at home to Morecombe yesterday afternoon. Whilst their league positions will indicate this as being a good result, it was in fact a little disappointing given the nature of Morecombe's second goal. Ayden Duffy making his debut in goal let in an absolute howler at his near post and will be glad that Stephen Smith hit an equalizer soon after. In all honesty after that Cambridge did look like the only team who would go onto win.

For me this match had many disappointments. Five changes, yep five changes were made to the team that played last weekend including changing the center back partnership. I can appreciate what it is Rob Newman is trying to do but five changes is to excessive. In addition to this if these players are playing for a contract next season you would expect to see a bit more passion in the play. Onibuje, Smith (apart from his goal), Bridges, Davies and Brady all looked like they were going through the motions, and with the exception of Bridges the others are going to have to do a lot in the last few games to be back her next year. We also failed to defend our lead, scoring a decent goal playing into the wind we got caught cold too quickly when a period of consolidation was required.

Positive to come out of the game. A good performance by Pitt, who had not really been visible in the last few home games. Rob Newman, being prepared to change formation to try and win the game. It was a brave move to switch to three at the back, but it was validated just two minutes after it was made by the equalizer. He now has a choice to make as to what formation he plays on Tuesday night against Exeter, but then again we may see five more changes again. I hope he gives the new keeper another chance his confidence will be absolutely crippled should he be dropped now. Lets hope for another attacking performance and a nice win.