Hull city made the trip to st Andrews and with the two best defensive records in the league it was really no surprise the game was very dull fought between to excellently efficient defenses.
Hull decided to star without caemron stewart which was an interesting move I believe his added agility and pace could have made a significant difference.
Anyway as it panned out the tigers went close with a shot cleared off the line and Curtis davies went close with a header that went over for Birmingham.
The game ended goaless with two solid defenses cancelling each other out. The result was ok for both teams and keeps city in the running for a play-off place with some slightly easier games to come.
Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Birming-hammered?
After the Tigers rampaging performance on Saturday can they pull a big scoreline off against high flying Birmingham.
I have every respect for Chris Hughton think he's a good manager but tonight i don't care Hull's Goals for could definitely do with a boost. Matty Fryatt has said today he is relishing the prospect of facing the Blues and i really hope he has re-found his scoring boots.
Fryatt is key
Matty Fryatt although often stamped as a goalscorer in fact is a Brilliant hold up man and if hull are to win tonight against a tall Birmingham side they really need to utilize his hold up attribute. Play the ball into him and have two speedy wingers either side running for lay-off's i.e (Stewart, Mclean)
Hull's Back line has been solid this season, A powerful and dominating defender in Jack Hobbs and a eagle eyed and determined defender in Chester who reads the game and tackles like he has played for years have been ever-present at the heart of cities defense. These two will be a vital part of cities promotion push, but let's not underestimate the part Liam Rosenior has played in this defensive master-class. Liam Rosenior is one of the best wing-back's i have seen grace the championship with real pace and excellent defensive attributes with a hint of aerial dominance. He really has the full package and is a potential reserve right back for the world cup if Richards, Johnson or Kyle walker pick up injuries.
Comment score predictions if you would like and let's hope city can romp to victory up the tigers!
I have every respect for Chris Hughton think he's a good manager but tonight i don't care Hull's Goals for could definitely do with a boost. Matty Fryatt has said today he is relishing the prospect of facing the Blues and i really hope he has re-found his scoring boots.
Fryatt is key
Matty Fryatt although often stamped as a goalscorer in fact is a Brilliant hold up man and if hull are to win tonight against a tall Birmingham side they really need to utilize his hold up attribute. Play the ball into him and have two speedy wingers either side running for lay-off's i.e (Stewart, Mclean)
Hull's Back line has been solid this season, A powerful and dominating defender in Jack Hobbs and a eagle eyed and determined defender in Chester who reads the game and tackles like he has played for years have been ever-present at the heart of cities defense. These two will be a vital part of cities promotion push, but let's not underestimate the part Liam Rosenior has played in this defensive master-class. Liam Rosenior is one of the best wing-back's i have seen grace the championship with real pace and excellent defensive attributes with a hint of aerial dominance. He really has the full package and is a potential reserve right back for the world cup if Richards, Johnson or Kyle walker pick up injuries.
Comment score predictions if you would like and let's hope city can romp to victory up the tigers!
Sunday, 12 February 2012
Tigers rip woeful Bristol apart
Tigers Rip Bristol Apart
A young Tigers team set out against Bristol City in High Spirits. The exclusion of Aaron McLean from the starting 11 was a peculiar one. However Barmby appeared to have made the correct decision Hobbs who i personally think has sometimes been overshadowed by Chester's immense performances came up with the goods on 13 minutes with a poacher like stooping header. This was a great early goal for city although Bristol in all honesty looked incredibly poor. The next thing which happened made me and i'm sure lots of other Tigers fans pinch ourselves in shock. The Midget Maestro from Slovenia Robert Koren scored a header, yes you read that right a header.
Hull cruised for most of the game . There were some Defensive panic attacks and a few goal line clearances but all in all Maynardless Bristol city put up a minor attacking threat. The game was definitely sealed By Matty Fryatt who swept past the keeper to score a much needed goal to reignite his shooting boots.
The Tigers had pounced on their opportunity for 6th place and at the moment are going well.
Next time a tough test away at Birmingham
A young Tigers team set out against Bristol City in High Spirits. The exclusion of Aaron McLean from the starting 11 was a peculiar one. However Barmby appeared to have made the correct decision Hobbs who i personally think has sometimes been overshadowed by Chester's immense performances came up with the goods on 13 minutes with a poacher like stooping header. This was a great early goal for city although Bristol in all honesty looked incredibly poor. The next thing which happened made me and i'm sure lots of other Tigers fans pinch ourselves in shock. The Midget Maestro from Slovenia Robert Koren scored a header, yes you read that right a header.
Hull cruised for most of the game . There were some Defensive panic attacks and a few goal line clearances but all in all Maynardless Bristol city put up a minor attacking threat. The game was definitely sealed By Matty Fryatt who swept past the keeper to score a much needed goal to reignite his shooting boots.
The Tigers had pounced on their opportunity for 6th place and at the moment are going well.
Next time a tough test away at Birmingham
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