West Brom v Burnley Match Thread

Tribesmen · Post by **Tribesmen** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:02 pm

Yep lucky to be in front but will take it .

Need to be more positive going forward in the 2nd half as we look iffy at the back

jedi_master · Post by **jedi_master** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:03 pm

Vitinho to left back, Maatsen off at H/T for either Gudmundsson, Benson or Churlinov (for me).

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:03 pm

spt_claret wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:01 pm
On a couple of occasions Vitinho had to track back and cover or tackle because Roberts was missing. You're regularly critical of Vitinho but I don't see what he's done so wrong today beyond be reserved because Roberts hasn't turned up. He failed to show for a ball and the offside header was a simple one but he's put a decent ball in and both fullbacks have been far more absent than him.

Gotta agree with that - he can’t go forward for covering backward

burnleymik · Post by **burnleymik** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:03 pm

spt_claret wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:01 pm
On a couple of occasions Vitinho had to track back and cover or tackle because Roberts was missing. You're regularly critical of Vitinho but I don't see what he's done so wrong today beyond be reserved because Roberts hasn't turned up.

Thought similar. He has done some decent defensive work, hasn't always got back quick enough, but he is playing winger and they have countered quickly at times. I would prefer Roberts off and Vitinho take that spot and Churlinov or JBG go RW.

jos · Post by **jos** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:04 pm

From our first few games our defence has actually improved, granted it’s nothing like Tarks and Mee but as a work in progress it’s getting there.

Safron · Post by **Safron** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:04 pm

Vinnie isn't stupid he will make changes or tell them to wake up up , great to go in in front,big 2nd half coming up where we will be much better I'm sure of it

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:04 pm

Anyone remember the game at the Hawthornes back in 2000( I think) where Branch stole a point for us? The ex-Baggies keeper had a blinder for us and we had one chance which was taken? We were pounded for 90 mins but only conceded to Jason Roberts. I have similar feelings at the moment.

DCWat · Post by **DCWat** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:04 pm

I was a little surprised that there weren’t one or two more changes after VK’s comments about fresh legs. There have been a few under par performances so far tonight.

A good half time team talk and hopefully we up our levels for the second. Come on Burnley!!

SalouClaret · Post by **SalouClaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:04 pm

spt_claret wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:01 pm
On a couple of occasions Vitinho had to track back and cover or tackle because Roberts was missing. You're regularly critical of Vitinho but I don't see what he's done so wrong today beyond be reserved because Roberts hasn't turned up. He failed to show for a ball and the offside header was a simple one but he's put a decent ball in and both fullbacks have been far more absent than him.

Spot on. If Maatsen could defend like Vitinho I'd be very happy, but he can't. Roberts coming off could be a blessing.

SussexDon1inIreland · Post by **SussexDon1inIreland** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:05 pm

Come on Burnley

clarethomer · Post by **clarethomer** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:05 pm

Come on Burnley. Let’s control the game now

derryclaret · Post by **derryclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:05 pm

Evening all, still in Spain, out of contact for first half so great to see us one up.UTC

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:06 pm

Ready to go.
Lets do 'em.

COME ON UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU CLARETS

jos · Post by **jos** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:06 pm

The music belting out at the Hawthorns is full on.

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:06 pm

Looks like they're coming out of a nightclub down those stairs.

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:06 pm

Spijed wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 8:59 pm
Cork has been a bit sloppy at times.

Yes very sloppy, and when he's sloppy Burnley are sloppy.

Loved his darting run deep in their half though. He'll come good in this match.

spt_claret · Post by **spt_claret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:07 pm

No changes,both fullbacks lucky boys.
Tella dribbling himself there.

burnleymik · Post by **burnleymik** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:08 pm

Nick another and I think their heads drop. Come On!

ksrclaret · Post by **ksrclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:09 pm

No changes at HT

I hope that doesn’t prove to be a mistake

ElectroClaret · Post by **ElectroClaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:09 pm

Come on, lads let's make this safe.
COYC

criminalclaret · Post by **criminalclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:09 pm

derryclaret wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:05 pm
Evening all, still in Spain, out of contact for first half so great to see us one up.UTC

I wish I'd have done that as well first half. Very frustrating and edgy watch, yet were still leading bizzarely

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:10 pm

Taylor brilliant there. Definitely improving as a centre-back.

spt_claret · Post by **spt_claret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:11 pm

Bin Ont Turf wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:06 pm
Yes very sloppy, and when he's sloppy Burnley are sloppy.

Loved his darting run deep in their half though. He'll come good in this match.

Agree with you and Spiked, usually loose play from Cork but he's had one moment showing his ability. He's so important to our team, possibly even more than Cullen who fills the same role.

ksrclaret · Post by **ksrclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:12 pm

THB now giving it away cheaply

Free kick them dangerous position

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:12 pm

That was so unnecessary from a wasted free kick resulting in a booking

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:12 pm

THB booking all day long, result of his error giving the ball away.

On replay, that might be red by VAR in prem.

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:13 pm

Muric with a brilliant take from that fk. Pope like.

spt_claret · Post by **spt_claret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:14 pm

JimmyRobbo wrote: ↑
Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:10 pm
Taylor brilliant there. Definitely improving as a centre-back.

Thought the same thing. You can tell he's a Premier League player, so glad nobody poached him.

Somethingfishy · Post by **Somethingfishy** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:14 pm

Still very sloppy with the passing.

Commy · Post by **Commy** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:15 pm

Just hope WBA usually have one good half.

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:15 pm

No power from Jay shot.
Better footy though.

spt_claret · Post by **spt_claret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:15 pm

Vitinho too slow to decide how to play that there. Maatsen probably should have had a shot after rather than play the pass.

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:15 pm

Why didn’t Maatsen shoot then?

ElectroClaret · Post by **ElectroClaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:16 pm

Passing has been awful.

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:16 pm

Awful ball to Jay then from Maatsen

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:16 pm

Maatsen was in a beautiful position, if he had a right peg.

Looking a lot better, momentarily.

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:17 pm

JayRod puffing and panting….. please don’t put Barnes on

Somethingfishy · Post by **Somethingfishy** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:17 pm

West Brom look wide open when we break. Wasted two or three chances to catch them.

wilks_bfc · Post by **wilks_bfc** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:17 pm

That was a waste of a pass from Maatsen. Jay in space for it and he over hits it

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:19 pm

Cant believe Jay didn't get that FK

TheFamilyCat · Post by **TheFamilyCat** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:19 pm

How are we doing? I'm listening on Talksport and the commentators, one of which is Iwelumo are talking about pretty much anything except what's happening on the pitch.

Murger · Post by **Murger** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:20 pm

It needs changing up. Our passing has been appalling.

JimmyRobbo · Post by **JimmyRobbo** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:20 pm

JayRod cleaned out but didn't complain.

He's a Burnley lad, old school!

ksrclaret · Post by **ksrclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:20 pm

What an appalling decision not to give that free kick on Jay

Taffy on the wing · Post by **Taffy on the wing** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:20 pm

Roberts is looking a liability

burnleymik · Post by **burnleymik** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:20 pm

Shocking decision not to penalise that tackle through the back of Jayrod.

RVclaret · Post by **RVclaret** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:21 pm

Better this half

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:21 pm

We’re very sloppy in possession, giving it away far too often

bfcjg · Post by **bfcjg** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:21 pm

Our passing is poor tonight, we are like their 12th man.

BurnleyFC · Post by **BurnleyFC** » Fri Sep 02, 2022 9:21 pm

How the **** is that not even a foul, let alone a booking on Jay?

The standard of professional officiating is absolutely appalling.