Billy Rowley has said that his copy and paste team sheet is because the line up suits the Glovers as much against Scunthorpe as it did for Tamworth.
Speaking to BBC Radio Somerset’s Jack Killah pre-match he said;
“I would have looked to change it if we needed to, but I think stylistically as well the game is very similar. They play a similar shape to Tamworth. I think they’ve got a tiny bit more quality in their team, but in terms of our prep for that game, it leads on nicely to this one. And providing they don’t throw any curveballs at us, it won’t take too long to adjust to what they’re trying to do. So I felt like it would give us a bit more clarity in the game plan, and obviously the boys played well, so kept it the same.
…like us, I think it’s important to realise they’ve had a tough run.
They’ve played some good teams. And watching their games back, they’ve also—as football works, you know—they’ve created decent chances, just maybe weren’t as clinical as they needed to be. So football can change, as we’ve seen week to week. I’m not going to look too deeply into that. We’re going to treat them like they are a top team in this division, and we’re going to have to be a, you know, a great version of us to get anything from the game.”
With bench also unchanged, the gaffer said that they were at basically full strength with Harvey Greenslade ready to go after not being involved against Tamworth.
“I’m happy with our bench today. I thought Finn and Fergie brought a lot of bite and character to the game when they came on. Harvey Greenslade today—he’s actually like fit and able to play. On Tuesday, he was just doing us a favour really by sitting on the bench. So a fit and healthy, energised Harvey is a frightening prospect with his speed and his movement. So, that’ll add to the bench. So hopefully we won’t need to look too deeply at the bench and we can perform with the boys on the pitch, but it’s nice to know they’re there.”
Pic c/o Gary Brown
Luke McCormick was seen with a clipboard and note book on the bench against Tamworth, his groin injury is a serious one and Rowley said that there’s no rush on getting the midfield maestro back; with others stepping up in his absence.
“It’s probably going to be the end of the season, to be honest. He’s got a torn groin, like off the bone really, so it’s not good. It’s not good. I’m not really looking to rush him back this season. My preference would be just make sure he’s 100%, and if he turns up to pre-season fully ready, then that’s fine.”
Dakarai has really stepped up. Troy—had to speak to Troy privately just a little bit about like his bite and defensive actions. You know, he’s only 19, just turned 19, and he’s got so much talent and he’s going to have a great career. But obviously, we were at the bottom end of the table and we need to show a lot of grit and determination. And like I say, his talent is top level, and since he’s started to like put his foot in a little bit more, he looks like a really accomplished player”