[Albion] Cheer up you miserable sods, we are mathematically safe

[Harry Wilson's tackle]

Decent season of transition...

But, the complacency or diinterset (which?) on here reminds me of our third season in the old first division.

Except the signs are so much better.

If Big Sam is brought in, January., I'll apologise but, for now, FFS, we are in the top flight again next season. That's good, right?

 

[RM-Taylor]

I imagine most haven’t woken up yet after falling asleep watching that.

 

[Icy Gull]

Yes, we may not be great but at least we look like we belong in this division most games this season.

Exciting times

 

[vagabond]

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Fully behind GP. I think he played a more pragmatic style in some of these strange post lockdown games. But understandable if you look at the bigger picture.

Next season, big things are happening. We are on the up. In Potter we trust.

 

[Uh_huh_him]

Tedious watch, but miles better than the same fixture last season.

 

[Seasidesage]

Game was bloody awful. Season wasn't...

 

[Quinney]

Plenty to look forward to next season. Loads of young players coming through, great strength in depth and a manager prepared to change tactics to suit. A couple of signings upfront and a little more pace / intensity going forward we will be a match for most in this division.


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[Mancgull]

Our expectation levels have gone up this season as we have a better squad and style of play. Today, we are disappointed by a 0-0 draw. Last season we won 2 points from our last nine games. That is progress and we need to keep progressing.
However, we need to be patient at times as we won't turn into Real Madrid over night.

 

[timbha]

Next season is the one to judge Potter. He’s done well this year consolidating our PL status but next season I’ll expect us to progress in terms of league position and results against the likes of Everton, Burnley, Palace, Newcastle, etc

 

[Drebin]

The players have been playing two games a week for 5 weeks now. They’re knackered. They’ve done a great job since lockdown.

I think we can forgive them for seeing out the last couple of games with solid if not spectacular football. I’d prefer this than having two must win games.

 

[Guinness Boy]

Decent season of transition...

But, the complacency or diinterset (which?) on here reminds me of our third season in the old first division.

Except the signs are so much better.

If Big Sam is brought in, January., I'll apologise but, for now, FFS, we are in the top flight again next season. That's good, right?

Imagine the difference if we'd been there in person. Not just me and you, that would be weird, but 30,000 of us. Monday night, sunshine, beer before, renditions of "we are staying up". Booing Ritchie and Shelvey. Influencing Hoops to be a BIT less shit and the team to put more than 50% in. Final whistle goes, we're safe, lap of honour, someone's kid does something embarrasing on the pitch and El Galgo goes mental. Downstairs, more beer, singing on the train.

Now consider (as I posted on the match thread) that this was a team playing in burning July heat after a massively intense month, already safe (more or less), no fans and looking forward to a new season in just a month and a half. It was never going to be El Classico.

Potter has done what was asked, more PL football, an evolving squad, evolving tactics, lots of promise. Lamptey looks a real prospect. White comes back in, Bissouma can only get better with more football and we may even see Alzate and Izquierdo?

I'm happy and already looking forward to next season.

 

[Hastings gull]

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Fully behind GP. I think he played a more pragmatic style in some of these strange post lockdown games. But understandable if you look at the bigger picture.


Next season, big things are happening. We are on the up. In Potter we trust.

Yes, it could be an interesting time, with so many players' futures to be decided -not sure exactly how many are on loan and could be sold, thus bringing in some dosh, with the Ben White situation being the most anticipated. Also, we had 5 players today in their first season of the PL, and if you trust GP, then it follows that these younger players can only get better. It would be nice to have a squad capable of getting us higher in the league table, and not just the now habitual relegation battle. Yes, finances are tighter, though that is presumably the same for many other clubs, but now approaching our 4th year of PL football, we should be kicking on somewhat.

 

[PILTDOWN MAN]

Bet Sky and BT are infused with tonight's games

 

[Albion100]

Since the re-start we have done brilliantly. It looked like a very tough ask to stay up with our run in and to fo it with a game to go is definitely over achieving. Next season we need to kick on. Certainly need to strengthen in the attacking/creativity area but overall I'm hopeful for next season. I think Bissouma, McAllister and Webster will be even better next season.

 

[Seasider78]

Not the easiest game on the eye but Potter has shown when required he can also adapt the team to grind out points and that’s what it takes when you get to this stage of the season. Whilst not the prettiest at times you can not argue with the points return since we resumed the season.

Great to get the job done and now already excited about what we could be building for next season.

 

[Steve in Japan]

Before the lockdown ended, I was nervous how we would fare in a very strange close to the season. But we've been one of the better teams since the return, and we can't ask for much more than that.

3 points were on offer tonight, we got 1, will take it

 

[SeagullinExile]

Upgrade on Dale and a striker pre-season please!

 

[*Gullsworth*]

Good season overall, tonight was auful but at least Potter can have another season to try to improve. I think we will be saying the same this time next year if we dont have a couple of midfielders and a striker, we may even struggle more. Its a frightening prospect without Murray next year? and Maupay gets injured early season who do we turn to, Connolly.?
Everyone need a striker i appreciate but we really are low with Murrays contribution from here on.

 

[Sussexscots]

Stayed up with reasonable comfort which didn't look likely at the end of February.

Clear where improvements are needed, however, we do have some good, young, technically adept footballers from whom we should see progression. Some judicious spending to support that. I believe we will see the squad evolve.

Fourth season in PL on the way. We've not spent silly money and never been in the bottom three.

Only downside is Leeds will be in the same division next season

 

[Stat Brother]

One would hope the major plus point from today would be the striker it ought to guarantee singing in a few weeks time.