Here we go again!
Millwall (a) Won 2-0
Saturday was probably the most comfortable start to a season as we could have had. On a very hot day, we dominated possession and looked a class above the opposition, with two Tom Ince goals being a fair reflection of the game.
The talk beforehand was all about Matt Phillips’ transfer request and opting not to play, but in truth, we didn’t really miss him, with Tiago Gomes coming into the side and providing some lovely touches, including an inventive flick that led to the first goal. The other debutant was Isaiah Osbourne who again showed his value, giving us bite and height in the centre of midfield.
After a bright start from Millwall, it was Blackpool who took control, linking well all over the pitch, and pressing the ball when we didn’t have it, to the extent that we were then often gifted possession in good areas.
Defensively, I thought we looked very strong, with Evatt in particular, dominant as the game wore on and Millwall put in a series of crosses to try and get something from the game.
The result is a real confidence booster after a lacklustre performance against Morecambe, and leaves us top of the League for the third consecutive season after our opening game. Obviously, it doesn’t mean anything with 45 games to go, but it’s a nice stat nevertheless.
Leeds will be more of a test midweek, but we’ve got off to a good, settled start which gives us something to build on. If you can, get down and cheer on the lads.
STARMAN: Ian Evatt
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