VanVeenRangers 2,508 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 I count 21 games since returning. This includes friendlies in France and at home, plus the Europa game v Leverkusen. 17 clean sheets from 21 games is absolutely incredible. I don't think we have seen such a solid defence in the opening period. Take out late consolations from Motherwell and Galatasary, then it's only Hibs who have got close to beating us and creating a number of chances. The team are being coached to a very high standard. I'm really proud of the players gaining those stats. Well done to everyone so far. Let's keep it going 👍 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueshoff 11,530 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 It is phenomenal whatsoever the opposition. Consistency is the next milestone. Then it will be 55. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,142 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 The defence and those helping them in midfield deserve all the praise. Must be Defenders and Midfielders getting all the MOTM awards of late? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WATP-FOREVER 5,231 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Neil lennon's asking, what's scunnered in oirish? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dickie 12,905 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Utterly ridiculous statistics,and the fact the goals we score are getting spread amongst the team is also impressive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billscott 2,463 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 34 minutes ago, STEPPS BOY said: The defence and those helping them in midfield deserve all the praise. Must be Defenders and Midfielders getting all the MOTM awards of late? if we can keep this defending up you know that once you get the 1st goal you have a strong chance of winning Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkfalcons 2,281 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 3 hours ago, MorelosRangers said: I count 21 games since returning. This includes friendlies in France and at home, plus the Europa game v Leverkusen. 17 clean sheets from 21 games is absolutely incredible. I don't think we have seen such a solid defence in the opening period. Take out late consolations from Motherwell and Galatasary, then it's only Hibs who have got close to beating us and creating a number of chances. The team are being coached to a very high standard. I'm really proud of the players gaining those stats. Well done to everyone so far. Let's keep it going 👍 thanks for sharing mate that's a prenominal record SG has got the team so focused that they don't expect to see a shot on goal never mind a goal imo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSuedeSambas 53,548 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Teams with defensive records like that win trophies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeIsBlue 66,498 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Just now, DBBTB said: Teams with defensive records like that win trophies. Build from the back and it wins you things, always been the case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackAlex93 10,903 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Its very hard at the moment to not get carried away with the start to the season we've made. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskbankloyal 19,446 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Never mind clean sheets we’re barely even conceding chances. Seem to have cut out a lot of the silly individual errors which is giving us a great platform to build on. Scoring has never really been an issue under Gerrard, chucking them in at the other end has been Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
esquire8 41,911 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 The Iron Blue Curtain. All involved should take the plaudits. Not just the back 4 and keeper. Can't remember even under Walter having such a shut out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swally 6,289 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 22 minutes ago, BridgeIsBlue said: Build from the back and it wins you things, always been the case. Exactly, remember Walter always talking about the spine of the team. It's great having flair and creative players, but when it comes down to it they have to be part of a strong core otherwise it can easily fall apart. I just wonder how much of Gerrards success is down to some chats with Walter. They seem to meet up now and again for a wee chat. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogzy 31,195 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 3 hours ago, eskbankloyal said: Never mind clean sheets we’re barely even conceding chances. Seem to have cut out a lot of the silly individual errors which is giving us a great platform to build on. Scoring has never really been an issue under Gerrard, chucking them in at the other end has been Something like 5 shots on target in our last 4 games is it not? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie0202 12,007 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 19 minutes ago, gogzy said: Something like 5 shots on target in our last 4 games is it not? It's way better than that. 1 shot on target for the opposition in our last 4 games and that was today. Edit - been a few woodworks hit though which don't count. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogzy 31,195 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 2 minutes ago, Jamie0202 said: It's way better than that. 1 shot on target for the opposition in our last 4 games and that was today. Edit - been a few woodworks hit though which don't count. That's actually insane if you look at the opposition we have played. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie0202 12,007 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 3 minutes ago, gogzy said: That's actually insane if you look at the opposition we have played. Also four 2-0s on the trot as well which is mental. It's hard not to get carried away just now when you think of the quality of the players who were on the bench today, the new players (and Alfie) who have yet to hit top form and the the player in quarantine who we have yet to see. Great chance to go 9 clear next week and I don't want to jinx it but I don't really see any other scenario. We've scored goal of the season from a swimming pool so winning on a plastic pitch should be no problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogzy 31,195 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 1 minute ago, Jamie0202 said: Also four 2-0s on the trot as well which is mental. It's hard not to get carried away just now when you think of the quality of the players who were on the bench today, the new players (and Alfie) who have yet to hit top form and the the player in quarantine who we have yet to see. Great chance to go 9 clear next week and I don't want to jinx it but I don't really see any other scenario. We've scored goal of the season from a swimming pool so winning on a plastic pitch should be no problem. If all else fails we can bring Roofe on to pelt shots from the halfway line Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
soulboy 2,513 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 3 hours ago, Jamie0202 said: It's way better than that. 1 shot on target for the opposition in our last 4 games and that was today. Edit - been a few woodworks hit though which don't count. Was it 2 seasons ago where we hit the woodwork an unbelievable amount of times now we are getting the luck at the other end this season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimfanciesthedude 24,358 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 8 hours ago, eskbankloyal said: Never mind clean sheets we’re barely even conceding chances. Seem to have cut out a lot of the silly individual errors which is giving us a great platform to build on. Scoring has never really been an issue under Gerrard, chucking them in at the other end has been Except post xmas when we only lost something like 6 goals but only scored maybe the same (didnt check but we were decently solid apart from a couple of occasions post xmas) Scoring has been an issue for gerrard, we conceded 18 league goals by shutdown last season, same as the tarriers, yet we were 13 behind them points wise Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
offminorthreat 1,458 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 This is what its all about. Not even giving teams a sniff either. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskbankloyal 19,446 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 1 hour ago, Jimbeamjunior said: Except post xmas when we only lost something like 6 goals but only scored maybe the same (didnt check but we were decently solid apart from a couple of occasions post xmas) Scoring has been an issue for gerrard, we conceded 18 league goals by shutdown last season, same as the tarriers, yet we were 13 behind them points wise Fair points although in three of the games post Xmas we took the lead then failed to win, mostly through dreadful defending Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
demise 3,411 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 Its good to see that we are no longer relying on the form of Morelos to get us goals, and that this time around, goals come from everywhere. As a whole, i would say we are a pretty solid team. Something we havent had for like 9 years or so. This year we have a strong bench too and a good squad depth. Only thing now is to stay consistent and finally get that silverware. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angus1965 366 Posted October 26, 2020 Share Posted October 26, 2020 The Bheasts could be conceding a few more goals by Sunday , to add to the 8 in the last 3 games . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetheart 8,458 Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 On 26/10/2020 at 07:43, eskbankloyal said: Fair points although in three of the games post Xmas we took the lead then failed to win, mostly through dreadful defending That shouldn't happen this year as we've more depth in the squad to cover post Christmas fatigue. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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