The Official Exeter City versus Burton Albion Matchday Thread

[iscalad]

Gutsy performance today. I can really appreciate that.

First half was a good back and forth football match, perhaps fortunate to finish it 1-0 given Burton had superior chances but we also gave it a good go.

Zak Jules - whatever happened - is foolish for putting the team in a difficult position.

I thought the 10 men were magnificent second half.

Very very happy - we’re probably safe now and given some of what he has had to endure, Caldwell deserves more credit for putting us into the position. It’s been difficult, often turgid but the results since the turn of the year have been good. And some green shoots of actual performances too.

Looking forward to next season.

Have you been hacked??????

 

[Grecian Max]

Have you been hacked??????

I say how I see it all year, no bias here

 

[JW57++]

Sinisalo - didn't have alot to do but what he did do, he did well. Probably should have been more vocal in the mix-up with Aimson in the first half as he had sight of both players and could make the call.
Sweeney - Not at the races. Not sure why he went off... Illness? Lots of misplaced passes and failed to keep the ball. Wise to take him off as he was on a yellow for a poor tackle from behind.
Aimson - Outstanding. The guy gives everything and puts his body on the line time and time again. I really hope fans begin to appreciate him... So pleased he's a Grecian.
Jules - Solid enough first half and not entirely sure what happened in the tunnel but their Sweeney was in his ear all the way off the pitch. My guess is that he has baited Zak into something silly.
Niskanen - worked his socks off! And... slightly better end product (see assist). Really like the fact we now seem to have a clear plan to cut the ball back to the penalty spot for the second runner ala Lampard. Harris should have buried one early doors.
Wildschut - such a shame he had to be the sacrificial lamb for the red card as he had Caprice on toast. Really encouraging performance.
Carroll - played well and worked his socks off. I know people may favour Woods but he covers so much more ground and is constantly looking for the ball. Another under appreciated player.
Cole - whilst being a walking yellow card... He's fantastic isn't he? All action and running until the 98th minute. Great finish too for his goal. If I could award joint MOTM's to Cole and Aimson I would.
Harris - Another player who works his socks off. Yes, he missed a great chance early on but boy does he cover the ground! Makes our team better and more goals and assists will come. Great run at the end and was right to give it to Alli... Shame he was injured, I'll or simply knackered.
Aitchson - Worked hard and held the ball up well as usual. Stupid yellow card probably forced GC to take him off. Really hope he can eradicate that from his game as he's a brilliant player to have on the pitch when you're trying to close out a game.
Cox - Worked hard with little joy.

Subs
Purrington - Really solid. Great to have such a calm and wise head to bring on when down to 10.
Rankine - usual livewire performance with no end product. Very exciting but could do with something at the end.
Woods - Not the game for him. Playing against 10 - perfect. Playing as part of a 10 man team - problem... He's just super super slow and can't cover the ground. Brilliant on the ball but we needed someone who could cover the ground at that moment.
Alli - Err... Was he injured or ill? Genuinely confused... I sincerely hope he wasn't simply knackered as he was barely on the pitch. Not going to judge him yet and hope there's a good explanation for his drop off at the end.

All in all - great 3 points. Atmosphere was brilliant 2nd half and it was a performance full of grit and quality. Up the Grecians!

An excellent summary of the game I saw. I thought the officials had an excellent first half, but in the 2nd half the ref seemed to remember that he had the game down for a draw on his accumulator.

 

[Grecian in Guzz]

E& E say sending off for headbutt

Ten-man Exeter City hold on for massive win

Reece Cole's first half goal enough to claim all three points

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[Devon Red]

Bloody loved that! GET IN!!!

 

[Banksy]

E& E say sending off for headbutt

Ten-man Exeter City hold on for massive win

Reece Cole's first half goal enough to claim all three points

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If that was the case he’s a berk and deserves it.

 

[manc grecian]

Sinisalo - didn't have alot to do but what he did do, he did well. Probably should have been more vocal in the mix-up with Aimson in the first half as he had sight of both players and could make the call.
Sweeney - Not at the races. Not sure why he went off... Illness? Lots of misplaced passes and failed to keep the ball. Wise to take him off as he was on a yellow for a poor tackle from behind.
Aimson - Outstanding. The guy gives everything and puts his body on the line time and time again. I really hope fans begin to appreciate him... So pleased he's a Grecian.
Jules - Solid enough first half and not entirely sure what happened in the tunnel but their Sweeney was in his ear all the way off the pitch. My guess is that he has baited Zak into something silly.
Niskanen - worked his socks off! And... slightly better end product (see assist). Really like the fact we now seem to have a clear plan to cut the ball back to the penalty spot for the second runner ala Lampard. Harris should have buried one early doors.
Wildschut - such a shame he had to be the sacrificial lamb for the red card as he had Caprice on toast. Really encouraging performance.
Carroll - played well and worked his socks off. I know people may favour Woods but he covers so much more ground and is constantly looking for the ball. Another under appreciated player.
Cole - whilst being a walking yellow card... He's fantastic isn't he? All action and running until the 98th minute. Great finish too for his goal. If I could award joint MOTM's to Cole and Aimson I would.
Harris - Another player who works his socks off. Yes, he missed a great chance early on but boy does he cover the ground! Makes our team better and more goals and assists will come. Great run at the end and was right to give it to Alli... Shame he was injured, I'll or simply knackered.
Aitchson - Worked hard and held the ball up well as usual. Stupid yellow card probably forced GC to take him off. Really hope he can eradicate that from his game as he's a brilliant player to have on the pitch when you're trying to close out a game.
Cox - Worked hard with little joy.

Subs
Purrington - Really solid. Great to have such a calm and wise head to bring on when down to 10.
Rankine - usual livewire performance with no end product. Very exciting but could do with something at the end.
Woods - Not the game for him. Playing against 10 - perfect. Playing as part of a 10 man team - problem... He's just super super slow and can't cover the ground. Brilliant on the ball but we needed someone who could cover the ground at that moment.
Alli - Err... Was he injured or ill? Genuinely confused... I sincerely hope he wasn't simply knackered as he was barely on the pitch. Not going to judge him yet and hope there's a good explanation for his drop off at the end.

All in all - great 3 points. Atmosphere was brilliant 2nd half and it was a performance full of grit and quality. Up the Grecians!

Wildschut had him on toast for the first 10 mins then he looked like he needed gas and air for the rest of the half

 

[Mid Devon Grecian]

Sweeney seems to have the odd game like this. Is it about him putting a brave face on things, instead of telling the manager he's not up to it?

I think you’re right. The guy is passionate and wants to play every minute. From the off today he was obviously struggling. Looked sluggish and gave the ball away 5 times in first 20mins.

 

[Mid Devon Grecian]

Sinisalo - didn't have alot to do but what he did do, he did well. Probably should have been more vocal in the mix-up with Aimson in the first half as he had sight of both players and could make the call.
Sweeney - Not at the races. Not sure why he went off... Illness? Lots of misplaced passes and failed to keep the ball. Wise to take him off as he was on a yellow for a poor tackle from behind.
Aimson - Outstanding. The guy gives everything and puts his body on the line time and time again. I really hope fans begin to appreciate him... So pleased he's a Grecian.
Jules - Solid enough first half and not entirely sure what happened in the tunnel but their Sweeney was in his ear all the way off the pitch. My guess is that he has baited Zak into something silly.
Niskanen - worked his socks off! And... slightly better end product (see assist). Really like the fact we now seem to have a clear plan to cut the ball back to the penalty spot for the second runner ala Lampard. Harris should have buried one early doors.
Wildschut - such a shame he had to be the sacrificial lamb for the red card as he had Caprice on toast. Really encouraging performance.
Carroll - played well and worked his socks off. I know people may favour Woods but he covers so much more ground and is constantly looking for the ball. Another under appreciated player.
Cole - whilst being a walking yellow card... He's fantastic isn't he? All action and running until the 98th minute. Great finish too for his goal. If I could award joint MOTM's to Cole and Aimson I would.
Harris - Another player who works his socks off. Yes, he missed a great chance early on but boy does he cover the ground! Makes our team better and more goals and assists will come. Great run at the end and was right to give it to Alli... Shame he was injured, I'll or simply knackered.
Aitchson - Worked hard and held the ball up well as usual. Stupid yellow card probably forced GC to take him off. Really hope he can eradicate that from his game as he's a brilliant player to have on the pitch when you're trying to close out a game.
Cox - Worked hard with little joy.

Subs
Purrington - Really solid. Great to have such a calm and wise head to bring on when down to 10.
Rankine - usual livewire performance with no end product. Very exciting but could do with something at the end.
Woods - Not the game for him. Playing against 10 - perfect. Playing as part of a 10 man team - problem... He's just super super slow and can't cover the ground. Brilliant on the ball but we needed someone who could cover the ground at that moment.
Alli - Err... Was he injured or ill? Genuinely confused... I sincerely hope he wasn't simply knackered as he was barely on the pitch. Not going to judge him yet and hope there's a good explanation for his drop off at the end.

All in all - great 3 points. Atmosphere was brilliant 2nd half and it was a performance full of grit and quality. Up the Grecians!

I haven’t seen a performance from a centre half of the quality that Aimson put in today in many a year. Absolute quality, anyone who doubts this guys ability is a tw*t IMHO.

 

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