I thought we came through a real test at Selhurst Park. With the recent history we have with their manager, it could have been all about him, but instead the team ensured it was all about the game itself.
In the first half especially it was us who were setting the pace, playing fluent, attractive football that probably deserved more than a one goal lead. Wes Thomas was leading the line well, holding the ball up and bringing others into the game. In a way, it was a shame the halftime whistle came because in the second half, we were never quite as fluent and the home side started to dominate.
I don’t like to complain about officials, but I thought both of their goals had a touch of offside about them, the second in particular. Supposedly these things even themselves out, but I can’t remember the last time we got the benefit of the doubt.
To fall behind and then come back and get an equaliser again showed the self belief and resilience with this group of players. When the goal did come, Dicko celebrated in great style, joining us fans in the stands. A richly deserved point and one that means we can finally bury the ghost of Mr Holloway and properly start the new Appleton era.
Yes, we are drawing a lot of games, but the confidence is coming back to the squad and we are still handily placed in a very tight Division. I’m confident we have the players to make another push.
STARMAN: Wes Thomas
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