I looked at Samuels first half attempt differently. The defender somehow let Samuel past him. Samuel then has a touch and time to compose himself. He then scuffs a shot with his instep and misses the target. He had two choices. Hit the target or pass it towards the far post. He did neither.
I remember after the Palace play-off game I was disappointed, but at least I had some hope of future progress. After todays performance and with the present manager I have no such hope.
You would not be planning to bring the player off. But if his fitness wasn’t up to it after 30 mins at least you would have a choice. The reason Tony didn’t think of it, is perhaps the same reason Bennett is playing leftback
I am happy with the outcome . What I wasn’t happy with,was the wording of the announcement. I am also not happy with club management and that is why I will not be renewing.
No need to reply, it is only my view
If Davenport is played at fullback, the central midfield two should be picked from, Downing, Johnson, Smallwood. Personally I would pick Downing and Johnson with Smallwood on the bench.