A poor day out for the Stanley Faithful. The team did not play up at all against a relatively poor but enthusiastic York side. Their fans too played their part with a great show of "Ultras" flags at the start as the players came out. I really miss our Ultras Flags at our home matches. I thought that Simpson did quite well in goal and that the defence looked quite soild with Tom, Rob and Deano having good games. Can't understand why Liddle has been left out after playing so well consistenetly since his return. Midfield struggled to create any forward pressure and build ups were spasmodic with only occasional bits of flair from Moly. He nearly conjured up a wonder goal with his left wand near the end. Up front we were woeful until McArten came on. He definiteley should have been awarded a penalty as Yonmon says. There was another shout for a penalty on McArten but I think he has been watching Gray and has learnt how to 'fall down'.
With a bit of luck we could have had a draw or even won it. Rob, Tom and Deano, (defenders!) all had chances but they were hit too near their keeper who collected them easily. If one of these had gone in it could have been a different story.
The York lad who got sent off should be banned for 6 matches at least as his 'tackle' on Tom was nothing short of 'assult' and Tom is lucky not to have his leg in plaster today. I thought that the Ref did well then as it was looking like a big rumpus was about to flare up but he cleverly brandished the Red Card immediately, which took the sting out of the situation. Then it got worse as the York lad walked off to a standing ovation by the muppets in the main stand. I have to say that I was really upset by this moronic showing from the York fans who then proceeded to 'Boo' every time Tom touched the ball.....Disgraceful behaviour!
Naismith should have been used as his running at defenders and his crosses could have unlocked their defence.
Hey ho....
KEEP THE FAITH
ON STANLEY ON