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Simon Weaver 26 Fixtures & Results
THE GAFFER SIMON WEAVER
Good Afternoon everyone,
I’d like to welcome you to The EnviroVent Stadium for today’s match against Tranmere which is our third home match in seven days. I would also like to extend this welcome to the supporters, directors and staff of Tranmere Rovers.
In our last league match we picked up an important three points and put in a good performance against a good Hartlepool side. Looking at the first half we managed to cause them a lot of damage which was pleasing to see and we had a lot of players who more than stood up to the physical demands which this league sets.
As a team we dug deep, stayed organised, our intensity was fantastic and that helped us to get the result. There were some nerves in the squad which is only natural given the run we had been on but we made sure that we dealt with those well and managed to get in front and defended well enough to stay ahead.
Aside from the result, we had a lot to be pleased about over the weekend when looking at the elements of our game both in and out of possession. Whether it be recovery runs, aerial battles or in the chances we created, there were so many examples to reflect on which we have been working hard in training to make sure we build on that here today.
The two goals were good goals and I think we have to praise Alex Pattison for his role in recent weeks. He is a great character and an even better player and can have a devasting impact in games. Jack Muldoon showed fantastic desire and strength to get his goal and that will do his confidence the world of good.
However, as a squad, our focus has now turned to trying to build on that good result. We have set the bar for our performances and our intensity during matches must meet that. Those qualities have been part of our identity for several years now and it’s important that show that we’re all on it.
I don’t like singling out individuals on occasions like that but the impact Falks [Josh Falkingham] has had since recovering from injury has been fantastic. We all know the leadership qualities which he possesses and the impact of those can be felt on and off the pitch. He is a player who drives those around him to a higher level.
Tranmere are a good side who are in good form having won their last six league games. We have enjoyed some tough battles against them in recent years and I’m sure this one will be exactly the same. However, being at home it’s up to us to take the game to them and see if we can get the three points and build a bit of a run.
Thank you for your support!
