Simon Weaver

THE GAFFER SIMON WEAVER

Today, for myself and the lads we have set ourselves the challenge of bouncing back from what was a disappointing performance last time out against Colchester. We set high standards for ourselves and within our group we know we are capable of better.

This week in training, the lads have shown a real desire in training to set right those wrongs and now we have to take the quality from the training pitch into the match today.

We gifted the opponents goals in that game because the standard of our defending wasn’t up to the level needed in this division. There is a sense of pride when you play at home but that pride was hurt by the fact we conceded three goals here. With the quality of players we had on the pitch, I feel we did ourselves an injustice because we were too slow on the ball which made things easier for Colchester.

While disappointing, we have a great opportunity to bounce back here with a strong performance against a very good Stevenage side. They are flying high at the top end of the table and fresh off the back of an FA Cup victory over Aston Villa. It is testament to the quality they possess to come from behind at Villa Park and register one of the results of the Third Round.

However, we are a team who have shown they can create chances against anyone in this division. When we get on the front foot and get the ball moving I believe we have the quality to grab the goals we need to come away from this game with all three points.

That is not something which is guaranteed though. The lads come in to this game with their eyes open and aware of the style which Stevenage execute. We have to learn from the mistakes made against Colchester and continue our development.

Of course, this week we lost Jaheim Headley and to lose a player of his quality is always going to be a blow. However, to have impressed enough to be brought back to Huddersfield is a credit to his quality and attitude. On behalf of everyone here, we wish him well in the future.

With the January transfer window still open we have the opportunity to replace Jahiem and add quality to our squad. The success of this loan further strengthens our appeal to players looking to further their careers and hopefully that is something we can take advantage of moving forward. Simon

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