[Albion] Fullbacks-concerning

[Normandy seagull]

Both Montoya and Bernado had shocking games today. Yes both like to get forward but both defensively dodgy at times. You could argue that Knocky and the mad eyed Iranian didn't track back too often to give cover. Surely Sterling and other PL wingers of his ilk must be licking their lips. Also what has happened to Montoya's crossing? Trouble is Bruno and Bong are not really an improvement. Bernado is young and will develop into a great full back in time and you can't expect consistency at his age. Montoya- loved this guy when he first came in but now I'm thinking he should be back up next season and a new face brought in. Anyone else concerned?

 

[tigertim68]

Yes am also concerned about Montoya , his crossing today was awful, and defensively to me does not seem stronger enough

 

[Invicta]

Yes am also concerned about Montoya , his crossing today was awful, and defensively to me does not seem stronger enough

He needs to work on crossing. Extra sessions with Bruno on attacking full back role.

 

[Foul Play Rocks]

Neither had a great game today but concerned? No. They’ll both bounce back.

 

[Dirty Dave]

I thought Bernado was one of our better players today, watching from the away end. But each to their own....

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[Normandy seagull]

Bernardo was defo at fault for the Millwall second- a bit like at West Ham away

 

[stss30]

Bernardo was fairly decent imo, messed up a bit for their 2nd goal but was getting a lot of rough treatment. Montoya on the other hand was abysmal, his crossing was so, so poor. But he did have a decent game vs Palace last time out so won't complain if Chris sticks with him for the Soton game.

 

[BUTTERBALL]

Bruno still the best option for me but hey ho - we won!

 

[GT49er]

Both Montoya and Bernado had shocking games today. Yes both like to get forward but both defensively dodgy at times. You could argue that Knocky and the mad eyed Iranian didn't track back too often to give cover. Surely Sterling and other PL wingers of his ilk must be licking their lips. Also what has happened to Montoya's crossing? Trouble is Bruno and Bong are not really an improvement. Bernado is young and will develop into a great full back in time and you can't expect consistency at his age. Montoya- loved this guy when he first came in but now I'm thinking he should be back up next season and a new face brought in. Anyone else concerned?

If you think full backs are our priority in the summer, then get a grip. We need players now who will improve the team, not the squad. That means two or three big money signings in midfield and to a slightly less extent up front. Our full backs may not be world beaters, but they are up to standard for where we are - if we start chasing full backs now as a priority (like Saward did) we're doomed.

 

[Sheebo]

We’ll definitely be bringing a new right back in this Summer id say. And possibly left back too. Like both but always room for improvement in the squad in this division.

 

[Normandy seagull]

If you think full backs are our priority in the summer, then get a grip. We need players now who will improve the team, not the squad. That means two or three big money signings in midfield and to a slightly less extent up front. Our full backs may not be world beaters, but they are up to standard for where we are - if we start chasing full backs now as a priority (like Saward did) we're doomed.

not saying we need to chase full backs but we need a better first choice RB for next season on this evidence

 

[LamieRobertson]

Bruno still the best option for me but hey ho - we won!

Seems to be todays relevant moment....pick the bones over the match another day ..

 

[Icy Gull]

I thought Bernado was one of our better players today, watching from the away end. But each to their own....

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Apart from the lapse that led to the second goal I thought he defended well but I did get the impression he might have been taking lessons in crossing from Bong

 

[dazzer6666]

Montoya kept Zaha pretty quiet last week. He's still well in credit for me.

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[One Teddy Maybank]

Montoya's crossing was shocking.

Bit harsh on Bernardo though - despite getting trampled on for 120 minutes, he had their attackers in his pocket, inc. their best player Romeo.

Despite no protection from AJ or Izquierdo

 

[One Teddy Maybank]

Montoya kept Zaha pretty quiet last week. He's still well in credit for me.

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Yes good call, crossing poor today. But kept Winifred quiet.

 

[The_Viper]

Montoya should have had an assist in the last minute for his onside cross to Jurgen. Bernardo is fine, he's now unbeaten in his last 7 apps for the Albion, relax people. I think we'll probably sign another couple of full backs this summer anyway to replace Bruno and Bong but they certainly won't be the priority.

 

[BensGrandad]

Bernardo was up against arguably their best player today, who incidentally I suggested we should look at when he was at Portsmouth and available. Montoya for me is our best option at right back and I have nothing whatsoever against his performances