Nick
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Right in the middle of the stand, through the doors.
Match Thread Coventry City vs. Bristol Rovers Match Thread - Saturday 17th Aug (66 Viewers)
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Right in the middle of the stand, through the doors.
AStonesThrow
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As you come to the ground, doors saying "Kop Reception" they'll be in there. Seemed a lot more efficient than weve ever had at the Ricoh
skybluegod
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Tbh he was pretty poor on Tuesday- or at least anonymous. Yes he got a set piece assist but it doesn't mean he had a good game. Wouldn't drop him though. Let him have another chance on saturday.
I think the collection point has changed, but it's not far from the reception and is easy to find. From the club update yesterday:
Any collections and queries will now be dealt with at the Ticket Collection Booth – this will be open from 12:30pm on matchdays, and situated to the left of the Kop Stand Reception.
clint van damme
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Is there POTG, asking for a freind
cc84cov
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Yes mate although pay on the gate is seated in the far corner mate I’m gonna get my tickets tomorrow so I can sit more centrally
cc84cov
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If Allen is fit he starts him & Kelly will be dominant in that midfield.
I disagree i didnt think he was poor. Shipley for allen is the change id make
skybluegod
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On Tuesday he was, and I'm surprised anyone could say otherwise. Based on the first two games I agree Allen for Shipley. Based on Tuesdays i'd say Allen for Westbrooke.
skybluegod
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I don't think you risk it with a muscular injury. I agree they will be very good together, so let's make sure they play as much as possible and not pick up any stupid injuries!
ccfcchris
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Try as they might, Coventry couldn’t break the resistance of a Bolton side that had an average player age of just over 19 last week. After drawing 0-0 against a side that is already destined for the drop, the Sky Blues will be looking to bounce back by making it two wins from two games at their adopted home. Bristol Rovers go in search of a first win of the new campaign.
After delivering a useful performance to beat Southend on match-day one, Coventry would’ve fancied themselves to get the better of a hugely inexperienced Bolton side last time out, though try as they might, and the certainly tried, the Sky Blues couldn’t make the breakthrough.
Mark Robins’ men thought that they had struck the crucial blow, not once, not twice, but thrice, only for their celebrations to be cut short by a raised flag. In terms of creativity, Coventry weren’t lacking, as they posted 2.05 expected goals for, though end-product (when not offside) was an issue. They once again gave little away at the back, so the signs remain positive for Robins’ top-six hopefuls, who just need to improve when it comes to putting the ball in the net.
Despite losing first time out, Bristol Rovers did offer a few positive moments. Given that they played away from home, they performed reasonably going forward, even if end-product was lacking, though they gave a bit too much away. Last weekend, Rovers did manage to tighten up at the back, though doing so seemingly came at a price. They kept a clean sheet and secured their first points of the season, but Graham Coughlan’s men were very weak going forward, as they failed to score and created just 0.48 expected goals for.
Bristol Rovers’ lack of attacking power is somewhat alarming, especially ahead of a trip to face a Coventry side that won’t give much away. From January onwards last season, Jonson Clarke-Harris became answered the goal-scoring call at Memorial Stadium, though he’s only just returned from injury. The Pirates did add Victor Adeboyejo over the summer, but he’s far from a proven goal-getter at this level.
In the betting, ‘Coventry to Win & Under 3.5 Goals’ stands out as a viable option. Without going mad in terms of goals scored, the hosts, who’re yet to concede a goal this term, have impressed in most areas over the first two weeks, while Rovers have been typically weak offensively. The visitors are often well-organised, while they’re not the sort of team that will be on the end of many heavy defeats, though their lack of both creativity and end-product in the final third points towards a struggle on Saturday.
Given the 2.04 expected goals for posted by the Sky Blues last weekend, coupled with the fact that Rovers are yet to score but also haven’t been bowled over, a 2-0 win for the hosts looks a solid option for ‘Correct Score’ punters.
https://www.freesupertips.com/previ...vers-predictions-betting-tips-match-previews/
After delivering a useful performance to beat Southend on match-day one, Coventry would’ve fancied themselves to get the better of a hugely inexperienced Bolton side last time out, though try as they might, and the certainly tried, the Sky Blues couldn’t make the breakthrough.
Mark Robins’ men thought that they had struck the crucial blow, not once, not twice, but thrice, only for their celebrations to be cut short by a raised flag. In terms of creativity, Coventry weren’t lacking, as they posted 2.05 expected goals for, though end-product (when not offside) was an issue. They once again gave little away at the back, so the signs remain positive for Robins’ top-six hopefuls, who just need to improve when it comes to putting the ball in the net.
Despite losing first time out, Bristol Rovers did offer a few positive moments. Given that they played away from home, they performed reasonably going forward, even if end-product was lacking, though they gave a bit too much away. Last weekend, Rovers did manage to tighten up at the back, though doing so seemingly came at a price. They kept a clean sheet and secured their first points of the season, but Graham Coughlan’s men were very weak going forward, as they failed to score and created just 0.48 expected goals for.
Bristol Rovers’ lack of attacking power is somewhat alarming, especially ahead of a trip to face a Coventry side that won’t give much away. From January onwards last season, Jonson Clarke-Harris became answered the goal-scoring call at Memorial Stadium, though he’s only just returned from injury. The Pirates did add Victor Adeboyejo over the summer, but he’s far from a proven goal-getter at this level.
In the betting, ‘Coventry to Win & Under 3.5 Goals’ stands out as a viable option. Without going mad in terms of goals scored, the hosts, who’re yet to concede a goal this term, have impressed in most areas over the first two weeks, while Rovers have been typically weak offensively. The visitors are often well-organised, while they’re not the sort of team that will be on the end of many heavy defeats, though their lack of both creativity and end-product in the final third points towards a struggle on Saturday.
Given the 2.04 expected goals for posted by the Sky Blues last weekend, coupled with the fact that Rovers are yet to score but also haven’t been bowled over, a 2-0 win for the hosts looks a solid option for ‘Correct Score’ punters.
https://www.freesupertips.com/previ...vers-predictions-betting-tips-match-previews/
cc84cov
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Won’t happen mate robins likes Shipley energy he just needs to influence the game for longer always starts well and fades.
clint van damme
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Thanks
Sky_Blue_Dreamer
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I can see him starting Shipley then when he almost inevitably starts to tire around 60-65 mins he can introduce Allen for a shorter amount of times against tired legs so he won't probably need quite the intensity than if he starts.
cc84cov
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Possible mate I just think Zain has been off the boil since first game.
Nick
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He's got a goal and a couple of assists hasn't he?
cc84cov
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Yes he has in all fairness didn’t see him at Bolton but heard he was quiet seemed quiet Tuesday.
Skybluefaz
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Could there be any chance Kastaneer comes in and plays the role that Bright did?
cc84cov
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Means changing system mate can’t see that happening.
Skybluefaz
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Yeah not at the moment, I'd be interested to see if he can play centrally though.
Johhny Blue
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Sure you are
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westcountry_skyblue
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What’s the easiest way to St Andrews from New street station,Is it walking distance eg pubs on the way?
Haven’t been since that cup game in the 90’s when Mcallister scored!!!
Haven’t been since that cup game in the 90’s when Mcallister scored!!!
Speedies_Chips
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Shipley / energy ? Every time Ive seen him play, he has look knackered after about 35 minutes.
About 20-25 mins with some up hill. Several pubs en route
Speedies_Chips
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It is walkable. Takes about half an hour (plus whatever time is spent in the pubs!) When you come out of New St, head for Moor St station and carry on into Digbeth where you will find lots of pubs. From Digbeth, there is a main road (cant remeber what its called, biut it practically takes you all the way to St Andrews.
Johhny Blue
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Surely the 20-25 mins doesn’t include the pubs?
Haha, a good 3 hours there and 5 back if you include the pubs!
We are talking about the same shipley?
cc84cov
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JCH didn’t score last time we played against him
Johhny Blue
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2-0 win courtesy of a pen concede by Davies and a jch own goal
kg82
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Against Bolton he showed he wasn’t up for the more physical parts of the game (I’m being lenient). So if Bristol come with the mentality that they’re going to try and bully us, Allen should be in. As long as he’s fit.