Well done...

[DollyRover]

To those who travelled down today.
From the commentry it sounded like we were the home teak (maybe from where the commentry team were sat) but on a wet day like today you did yourselves and the team proud

[Spilsby Red]

Completely agree. Loud and proud.  It wasn’t a perfect performance but, we were the better team. Hanlan, take a bow, did well today. Not finished article but this will help him. Starts above BS for me. Yes we should have scored but let’s keep positive

[graingrover]

I thought we were top class in commitment , tactics and work rate .Well done all round lads and management !

[In the box]

Completely agree. Loud and proud.  It wasn’t a perfect performance but, we were the better team. Hanlan, take a bow, did well today. Not finished article but this will help him. Starts above BS for me. Yes we should have scored but let’s keep positive

Our very recent performances have been winnable and the only difference today was a centre forward who finally got his chance to put himself about . BUT ., the question I have is why has Hanlan only now been allowed to play his part when the damage is done placing more pressure on him to score . It’s bad enough  that we have to loan a striker most seasons along with a goal keeper , two of the most important positions on the pitch, but to our own signing being sidelined without explanation for nearly 3 months of the season is perplexing!!

[colincramb]

We’ve been in every game we’ve lost in recent weeks, just haven’t taken our chances. It will turn. Good point away and 3 definitely needed against a resurgent posh next week other wise we are in the bottom 4

[RoversInSpain]

Completely agree. Loud and proud.  It wasn’t a perfect performance but, we were the better team. Hanlan, take a bow, did well today. Not finished article but this will help him. Starts above BS for me. Yes we should have scored but let’s keep positive

Our very recent performances have been winnable and the only difference today was a centre forward who finally got his chance to put himself about . BUT ., the question I have is why has Hanlan only now been allowed to play his part when the damage is done placing more pressure on him to score . It’s bad enough  that we have to loan a striker most seasons along with a goal keeper , two of the most important positions on the pitch, but to our own signing being sidelined without explanation for nearly 3 months of the season is perplexing!!

Hanlan looks fitter, faster and much more up for it than he did a month or so ago. Perhaps he’s been getting over a fitness issue, learning how GM wants him to play and so on. What’s most important he looks on it now, and that’s why he’s been chosen today and I’m pretty sure he’ll start v Posh.

[Bills view]

We were the better team. A great effort.

We just need to be clinical with the final ball and chances.

Was it just me wishing we didn’t make the substitutions?

[i_ateallthepies]

Stevenage definitely came into the game after Clifton went off.  We rode it out and eventually got some momentum back at the very end.

[Ian Nimmo]

I believe Clifton should have stayed on, he didn’t seem to be tiring and was actively involved in the game.
Correct to take Gibson off, because he was losing the ball too easy and had gone quiet with his involvement.
Yet again the team worked very hard agin today and realistically it should have been a good win, so only inquest from today is again, why have we not managed to score with a performance like that!

[GazLaz]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

[donnievic]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

we didn’t really go to a 2 man midfield as sharp come on and played deeper role rather than a striker

[Bessie Red]

I believe Clifton should have stayed on, he didn’t seem to be tiring and was actively involved in the game.
Correct to take Gibson off, because he was losing the ball too easy and had gone quiet with his involvement.
Yet again the team worked very hard agin today and realistically it should have been a good win, so only inquest from today is again, why have we not managed to score with a performance like that!

Clifton had a bit of a limp when he came back on at the end to applaud the fans so may have come off injured.

[Pancho Regan]

I didn’t see the game today but having read many reports from those who did, I take a lot of encouragement from our performance.

And even on this poor run, we’ve rarely been outplayed and could have garnered more points with a bit of luck and better finishing.

We’re creating chances, we’re competing, we’re staying in games.

SO’D used to bang on about performances being important, and that results would follow.

Our early run at the start of this season showed that we have the quality to compete in this division.
My message is to keep the faith, get behind Grant and the lads, and we will start moving back up this table.

[scawsby steve]

If Stevenage win their games in hand, they'll be clear League 1 leaders.

That was an impressive away point today.

[Pancho Regan]

If Stevenage win their games in hand, they'll be clear League 1 leaders.

That was an impressive away point today.

Exactly Steve.

[big fat yorkshire pudding]

It's a good point but can't help thinking it should have been 3 really.  Again a good performance so performance wise we are heading the right direction even if we can't seemingly get a league win.

Horrid weather too, not a fun drive or trip really but the players did put a strong shift in despite all that.

I'd agree Clifton was good probably our best today.  Pleased that McGrath had a really good game too, hopefully he can kick on now.

[GazLaz]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

we didn’t really go to a 2 man midfield as sharp come on and played deeper role rather than a striker

Sharp came on as a No10. He did drop a bit deeper but contributed absolutely zero from a midfield perspective.

[Bentley Bullet]

If the highlights are a true reflection of the game, the ref would have stopped it if it were a boxing match!

[Pancho Regan]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

we didn’t really go to a 2 man midfield as sharp come on and played deeper role rather than a striker

Sharp came on as a No10. He did drop a bit deeper but contributed absolutely zero from a midfield perspective.

“Sharp…contributed absolutely zero”
“….for this bid (sic) strong squad we have, the treat (sic) from the bench tends to be nonexistent (sic).

“But apart from that, and a fire in my flat, it’s been a really nice day” (Spike Milligan).

[Lesonthewest]

If Stevenage win their games in hand, they'll be clear League 1 leaders.

That was an impressive away point today.

Exactly Steve.

There were times when we made them look very much second best. Played with real determination & as a collective. It's coming.

[Pancho Regan]

If Stevenage win their games in hand, they'll be clear League 1 leaders.

That was an impressive away point today.

Exactly Steve.

There were times when we made them look very much second best. Played with real determination & as a collective. It's coming.

That is encouraging Les

[Usher wide.]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

we didn’t really go to a 2 man midfield as sharp come on and played deeper role rather than a striker

Perhaps that’s because he’s not a midfielder…..doh.

Sharp came on as a No10. He did drop a bit deeper but contributed absolutely zero from a midfield perspective.

[drfchound]

I’ve not seen the game today. How did Stezza play, anywhere near his best yet.
I like Clifton and think he is very important to the way Grant sets the team up so it is interesting that people say we were worse after he came off.

[5minstogo]

Thought Crew might have come on for Clifton. His ability to break lines may have made the difference

[GazLaz]

We were worse again after the subs. Going from a 3 man midfield to a 2 man midfield let them into the game a bit, although they don’t really look a threat.


I would say for this bid strong squad we have, the treat from the bench tends to be nonexistent.

we didn’t really go to a 2 man midfield as sharp come on and played deeper role rather than a striker

Sharp came on as a No10. He did drop a bit deeper but contributed absolutely zero from a midfield perspective.

Perhaps that’s because he’s not a midfielder…..doh.

Precisely. Do you not think deploying him in the way he was deployed when he came on was a mistake?

[Chris Black come back]

Yesterday was first time this season that Stevenage have failed to score at home in the league. They may be on a bit of a poor run but they have an immense home record this season and we went there and were the better side. That’s a very good point. Doubt we will get a better draw this season.

[GazLaz]

It wouldn’t surprise me if Stevenage finish on a similar points tally to ourselves in the mid table area. They’re not a top 6 team. Must say, I like Harvey White in midfield for them. Very good player.

[ncRover]

Thought Crew might have come on for Clifton. His ability to break lines may have made the difference

That isn’t Crew’s position though.

Then if you take Bailey off there’s a loss of goal threat.

And then if you take Broadbent off, there’s a loss of size, durability and defensive nous that could leave us wide open.

I don’t think he’s the best use of a loan spot at the moment. Josh Stokes at Bristol City, an attacking midfielder is a terrific player. He might get loaned out to this level again because he’s been out with injury.

[GazLaz]

Thought Crew might have come on for Clifton. His ability to break lines may have made the difference

That isn’t Crew’s position though.

Then if you take Bailey off there’s a loss of goal threat.

And then if you take Broadbent off, there’s a loss of size, durability and defensive nous that could leave us wide open.

I don’t think he’s the best use of a loan spot at the moment. Josh Stokes at Bristol City, an attacking midfielder is a terrific player. He might get loaned out to this level again because he’s been out with injury.

Agree with a lot of that. I’m fairly sure we could find a player that has the energy of Clifton but with additional quality. That would make a huge difference this team.

[graingrover]

I agree Gaz and think he will strengthen with two additions, an attacking midfielder and another striker .
Sterry was back to his best and McGrath back to the form we saw last season .