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Tommy
May 9, 2017, 1:26pm
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I thought the atmosphere on Saturday was alright. Considering it was a nothing game for us, I thought (as Slade said) the crowd got right behind the lads. Went a bit quiet second half when we didn't have much possession or even much joy territorially. And the number of away fans probably helped as it always does, giving the home support something to bounce off.

But when we have spells of sustained attacking pressure and we see players putting in tackles and busting a gut to recover and work hard - the crowd will be vocal. And I think the team Slade builds will do those things.


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May 9, 2017, 1:33pm
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Whenever I see league tables from years ago I'm always amazed at the huge difference between home and away records.

A team would get promoted having won nearly all of their home games, but then only win 3 or 4 on the road. I've also seen tables where teams are relegated after winning a fair chunk at home but losing every single away game.

These days teams often finish with a better record away than at home.

I presume this is down to a mix of factors, like pitches being better than they used to be, new grounds being less intimidating, tactics for playing away evolving, etc.


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I think if we play with a bit of pace and take the game to the opposition we will make BP a fortress.

History tells us Slade will seek to get some pace out wide and up front so that is the first part and in Osborne we have a player who can travel comfortably with the ball at his feet and also pick a pass.

If we see the players busting a gut to win the second ball I am sure the fans will make BP intimidating once more.
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