02 May 2026 09:22:59
Last night was not a perfect display but it was without doubt a perfect result. All credit to the staff for developing such a great team spirit and self confidence. The last few league games have been tremendous and it's a shame we did not put away a very ordinary Chelsea side.

I thought the teram played better without Ba and Pascal worries me at times but all in all tremendous.

1.) 02 May 2026
02 May 2026 09:52:57
A fair assessment, Prime. I agree regarding Struick, but I do think Aaronson has done well for us this season. I was hoping we would get a couple more when we went three up, but Burnley didn't throw the towel in. Job done. Now, let's see what the others do over the weekend.

2.) 02 May 2026
02 May 2026 12:28:03
Prime, Aaronson has done very well for us. It's a shame that he didn't score the goal against Chelsea, but everyone will recall it and moan about him. I really don't see what he can do to get fans on his side.

Whatever happens within the coming months, I wish him all the very best, and a big thank you if he is not with us next season.

3.) 02 May 2026
02 May 2026 12:46:02
BA has had a much better season than I expected from him. He can certainly frustrate in the final third, and can look a little lightweight at times (though I think he has improved a bit on that this season) . His form around Xmas was exceptional for a 6-7 game stretch.

His reputation suffers a bit, I think, from A. Such a high transfer fee, which he probably wasn't worth (£25m) , is symptomatic of many signings that led to relegation. The fact the club paid that much for him is not his fault.

He was one of the relegation loan departures.

And yes, he did make amends by coming back, fighting for his place, and helping us get up. That has gone a long way for me with him. He took criticism on the chin, and has done his best to prove himself.

I so, so wish he had had time with Bielsa and Pablo. They could have used his work ethic and energy very effectively, and Pablo could have been the perfect role model for, sometimes, just slowing down. Ifs, buts, and maybes. He is currently a decent player. There is a very, very good player in there, though.

4.) 02 May 2026
02 May 2026 17:35:10
I agree with Whiteman!

5.) 02 May 2026
02 May 2026 19:07:44
I don't agree regarding Struijk. Sure, he makes mistakes sometimes, as does every player, but he's generally a steady defender. Plus, he's a powerful presence at corners and set pieces, and a good penalty taker when it comes to shoot outs. As for BA, at the start of the season, like many, I said I didn't think he was up to PL standard, but he's surprised me.

His work rate is excellent, but he gets muscled off the ball too easily and his shooting when in a scoring position is at best mediocre. Compare him with Okafor, who puts away many more of his chances. I'd be happy to keep him if Farke thinks he can still improve, but I think we may have to call time on him and look for an upgrade somewhere.