The Marra Doner
@themarradoner.bsky.social
Sunderland AFC Fan & North Stander #SAFC
Was last night evidence that Luke 09 is the spark in our team? Not just energy and leadership, but his ability to spring attacks from defence out of nothing and put us on the front foot. Last night made me realise just how crucial a component he is to us and the way we play…
December 11, 2024 at 11:13 AM
Was last night evidence that Luke 09 is the spark in our team? Not just energy and leadership, but his ability to spring attacks from defence out of nothing and put us on the front foot. Last night made me realise just how crucial a component he is to us and the way we play…
They’ve done a great job with it!
December 10, 2024 at 11:20 PM
They’ve done a great job with it!
Cheers Fergus!
December 10, 2024 at 11:20 PM
Cheers Fergus!
The wind was knocked out of our sails after Tommy went off. Too pensive on the ball & sluggish. A bit of urgency was injected when Aouchiche came on. Pleased for Paddy. We missed 09 and his ability to spring attacks from defence out of seemingly nowt. I’ll happily take the point… Onwards & upwards!
December 10, 2024 at 11:18 PM
The wind was knocked out of our sails after Tommy went off. Too pensive on the ball & sluggish. A bit of urgency was injected when Aouchiche came on. Pleased for Paddy. We missed 09 and his ability to spring attacks from defence out of seemingly nowt. I’ll happily take the point… Onwards & upwards!
Positively tropical tonight by all accounts. A balmy 6 degrees 🏝️
December 10, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Positively tropical tonight by all accounts. A balmy 6 degrees 🏝️
True, I was expecting a much more open game. Always thought WBA were a canny footballing side, but they went defensive and played for the draw. I guess it can be taken as a compliment that decent sides consider our attack to be so formidable 😎
November 27, 2024 at 9:31 AM
True, I was expecting a much more open game. Always thought WBA were a canny footballing side, but they went defensive and played for the draw. I guess it can be taken as a compliment that decent sides consider our attack to be so formidable 😎
I heard a stat being bandied around last night that Rigg performs 20-30% better in games when Roberts plays too. Not sure how true this is like - maybe @novocast.bsky.social could shed some light on it. Agree though - he doesn’t offer enough for me at the moment.
November 27, 2024 at 8:36 AM
I heard a stat being bandied around last night that Rigg performs 20-30% better in games when Roberts plays too. Not sure how true this is like - maybe @novocast.bsky.social could shed some light on it. Agree though - he doesn’t offer enough for me at the moment.
When I listen to his press conferences, I can’t help but feel calm. The bloke exudes pure zen 🧘
November 25, 2024 at 8:55 PM
When I listen to his press conferences, I can’t help but feel calm. The bloke exudes pure zen 🧘
Patto
Aji
Mepham
O9
Hume
Neil
Rigg
Jobe
Watson
Isidor
Mayenda
(Really liked the look of Mayenda on the RW… would be tempted to start him again and see if his end-product is an improvement on that of Pat Roberts.)
Aji
Mepham
O9
Hume
Neil
Rigg
Jobe
Watson
Isidor
Mayenda
(Really liked the look of Mayenda on the RW… would be tempted to start him again and see if his end-product is an improvement on that of Pat Roberts.)
November 25, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Patto
Aji
Mepham
O9
Hume
Neil
Rigg
Jobe
Watson
Isidor
Mayenda
(Really liked the look of Mayenda on the RW… would be tempted to start him again and see if his end-product is an improvement on that of Pat Roberts.)
Aji
Mepham
O9
Hume
Neil
Rigg
Jobe
Watson
Isidor
Mayenda
(Really liked the look of Mayenda on the RW… would be tempted to start him again and see if his end-product is an improvement on that of Pat Roberts.)
I’d be happy with that. Our back line seems to be the least of our worries which is a refreshing change given the last couple of seasons.
November 25, 2024 at 2:36 PM
I’d be happy with that. Our back line seems to be the least of our worries which is a refreshing change given the last couple of seasons.
Got a half day on Tuesday so going to try both before the match. Can’t wait!
November 24, 2024 at 2:32 PM
Got a half day on Tuesday so going to try both before the match. Can’t wait!
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Aji Alese is just a proper player isn't he. Everything crossed he can keep fit. Arguably MOTM and hadn't kicked a ball since August.
November 23, 2024 at 7:57 PM
Aji Alese is just a proper player isn't he. Everything crossed he can keep fit. Arguably MOTM and hadn't kicked a ball since August.
That’s a great perspective, Peter. I was disappointed at the final whistle but you’re right. Our expectations as a fanbase have evolved given the start we’ve had, and the bar has been raised. We’re still up there, and another decent point away from home. If this is our ‘rough patch’, I’ll take it!
November 23, 2024 at 7:28 PM
That’s a great perspective, Peter. I was disappointed at the final whistle but you’re right. Our expectations as a fanbase have evolved given the start we’ve had, and the bar has been raised. We’re still up there, and another decent point away from home. If this is our ‘rough patch’, I’ll take it!