The Falkirk FC Thread

[Bairn in Exile]

2 hours ago, BottiBiabi said:

Eta- Leon McCann cannot go without praise either. For some unknown reason, we left him vulnerable to high balls last year, aid him with that and we're laughing.

Eh, naw.

Sheerin and Rennie being way out of their depth was the reason.

[Springfield]

4 hours ago, BottiBiabi said:

There has been a lot of Callumn Morrison hate of late, but when he's on... he's brilliant. If he's not, he's too greedy and a pain in the c**t. But genuinely, if he's on form, I think he's the best player in the league. He's probably past the age of being taught out of being greedy, but I reckon he's got league one and championship level under his belt before that can get challenged. 

Slightly off mark, no hate from anyone. Pissed off at his inconsistency is more apt, wasn't at game but from very limited highlights, he looked like his was carrying on from last weeks good performance, albeit looked liked another couple of chances blown. If he could stay injury free and perform like last couple of games, he’ll be a great asset, which shouldn’t be to difficult at this level.

[Bairnardo]

Going to state the stupidly obvious here, but Burrells finish is top notch. Tough to score form there and as he points out in his interview, just finds the corner with total composure. Thats something we have lacked up front for a while but it looks (early days) like something he is capable of doing.

I mean take Alegria. We've seen good work from him and decent chances, but the finish just doesnt quite beat the keeper. If Burrell can step in and be the 1 chance, 1 goal guy, thats how you turn 1 point into 3

[KiwiDB]

See you all next week

[Diamonds_Are_Forever]

5 hours ago, BottiBiabi said:

There has been a lot of Callumn Morrison hate of late, but when he's on... he's brilliant. If he's not, he's too greedy and a pain in the c**t. But genuinely, if he's on form, I think he's the best player in the league. He's probably past the age of being taught out of being greedy, but I reckon he's got league one and championship level under his belt before that can get challenged. 

[Ranaldo Bairn]

12 hours ago, Grangemouth Bairn said:

Today was a game that was and should have been a victory however it’s a long time since we’ve had the ability to win these types of games. 
 

On paper it may only be Peterhead and FC Edinburgh however it means a lot more to me. 
 

 

Nah, we've tonked the wee teams (no offence meant) and been pathetic against full time teams for about 3 years now.

[Grangemouth Bairn]

3 minutes ago, Ranaldo Bairn said:

Nah, we've tonked the wee teams (no offence meant) and been pathetic against full time teams for about 3 years now.

Eh ? Dumbarton, Alloa and Queens Park beat us last season ?

[Ranaldo Bairn]

2 minutes ago, Grangemouth Bairn said:

Eh ? Dumbarton, Alloa and Queens Park beat us last season ?

Sigh. Look at our overall record against full time teams, and compare it to those who finish bottom 4 say. Over the last 3 seasons how do they compare?

[Grangemouth Bairn]

7 minutes ago, Ranaldo Bairn said:

Sigh. Look at our overall record against full time teams, and compare it to those who finish bottom 4 say. Over the last 3 seasons how do they compare?

Well I’m happy with last 2 wins and I see progress. I’ll take that.

[Ranaldo Bairn]

Fully agree with that.

[latapythelegend]

7 hours ago, Disco Duck said:

That’s a big call - lots of competition for that accolade !

There is, from the 1st game he played though I could not get over how bad he looked.

 

 

[Guest]

6 minutes ago, Ranaldo Bairn said:

Fully agree with that.

I think, certainly for my perspective, we seem to have much more stability defensively and better possession of the ball against the poorer sides than before. I do agree, starting this week, we need to step up against the better sides. 

Edited August 21, 2022 by Back Post Misses

[Tea and Busquets]

Morrison could have easily had another hatrick yesterday if he improves his composure in front of goal. I think Alegria’s hold up play and movement brings a lot of people into the game in the attacking areas so I don’t see McGlynn dropping him so easily/quickly. I’m desperate for the boy to score. 

[Shabba]

Alegría reminds me of El Alagui, not technically the best player but decent in the air, gets in good positions and can bring others into play. He seems to get the ball stuck under his feet too often the now. I think if we could go on a consistent winning run, he would also improve with the added confidence and sharpness 

Burrell is a completely different type of player, wants to play off the shoulder and run in behind. Both of them together could make a decent partnership. Burrell was helped yesterday by Fontaine being absolutely done, he just couldn’t keep up with balls over the top 

[Bairney The Dinosaur]

There's actually a lot to like about Alegria. I think his hold up play is alright, his movements in the box are generally good. Currently, he wants too many touches, possibly trying to create an easier chance for himself because he hasn't had that goal to set him off yet.

The issue is, however, how long to you persist with a guy whose not scoring when you have both Oliver and Burrell off the mark behind him.

[MS RR]

15 hours ago, Shotgun said:

Obviously they'll be back as soon as we next lose a game but doesn't it make a pleasant change to read about Falkirk FC without having to wade through pages of Ainsley Harriott memes and "Lolkirk" posts, or any of the other oh so hilariously imaginative banter from P&B's obsessed wee fannies?

I was thinking the exact same. I actually took pleasure knowing those sad cases would be checking our result and would be devastated to see 3-0 Falkirk. 

[Proudtobeabairn]

2 hours ago, Bairnardo said:

Going to state the stupidly obvious here, but Burrells finish is top notch. Tough to score form there and as he points out in his interview, just finds the corner with total composure. Thats something we have lacked up front for a while but it looks (early days) like something he is capable of doing.

I mean take Alegria. We've seen good work from him and decent chances, but the finish just doesnt quite beat the keeper. If Burrell can step in and be the 1 chance, 1 goal guy, thats how you turn 1 point into 3

Reminded me of a Stokes goal during his spell with us.  Remember him saying that it used to be drilled into him at Arsenal to score into the sides to perfect his finishing.  Very composed finish by Burrell and love his confidence.  

[Guest Brockvillenomore]

I felt for John McGlynn yesterday in the post match interview, there are so many injuries when asked he struggled to remember them all and ended up forgetting Kai Kennedy. 
 

Once we get these lads back the starting 11 will be much stronger and with the likes of Ferguson, Lawal and Burrell to come in at some point I’m hoping the squad will have the depth and quality to be up there challenging. 

Edited August 21, 2022 by Brockvillenomore

[FK1Bairn]

7 minutes ago, Brockvillenomore said:

I felt for John McGlynn yesterday in the post match interview, there are so many injuries when asked he struggled to remember them all and ended up forgetting Kai Ferguson. 
 

Once we get these lads back the starting 11 will be much stronger and with the likes of Ferguson, Lawal and Burrell to come in at some point I’m hoping the squad will have the depth and quality to be up there challenging. 

Noticed that as well. He also forgot about Kennedy

[Ranaldo Bairn]

A couple of points of interest to fellow stattos*:

We started the season on 3999 post-WWII league goals. So Ryan Williamson's strike v Peterhead last week was our 4000th!

We began the season on 4965 goals in all competitions (L, SC, LC, CC, P/O, Spring Cup) since WWII. So our 35th goal this season will be a milestone. 9 down, 26 to go.

 

 

*stats are my own, with reference to bettermeddle.