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[November Tests 2017 EOYT] Wales vs. New Zealand (25/11/2017)
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<blockquote data-quote="dullonien" data-source="post: 881252" data-attributes="member: 13739"><p>Sorry Smartcooky, but he's clearly answered your question by stating that he doesn't think both players are running directly towards the ball. Simple maths suggest to me that he's probably correct, otherwise their paths would intersect at the point the ball lands and not 20m back. The fact that they were also looking at Amos over their shoulders suggest they knew what they were doing, even if they thought they were being subtle about it. Considering Halfpenny missed the penalty kick, this incident had zero effect on the game anyway, so best move on...</p><p></p><p>On the game, I was again happy with the intent with which we tried to play. It bodes well going forwards. We need yo improve our finishing, and our dummy runners aren't quite convincing enough to hold the defense. Owen Williams looks very comfortable in that second playmaking role, which could prove vert important. As much as it pains me to say, Steff Evans really struggled here. He's not the first, or the last winger to struggle defensively v Naholo, but he also struggled to influence the game in attack. In contrast Amos showed up really well.</p><p></p><p>But for some lineout woes, the pack went very well. Once again Rob Evans was everywhere, he's seriously impressive atm. Navidi was exceptional as well, good on him.</p><p></p><p>I'm going to end on a moan about Gatlands use of the bench. He must be the worst coach in the world for using his bench effectively. I know he had to make 2 early forced replacements, but NZ made 2 tactical changes on the 50min. mark, and I think Gats was slow to react. The likes of Francis (who prob had his best game for wales, even if his carrying remains ineffective) were out on their feet after a fast and furious game. Tips should have been used with more than 10min remaining! NZ promptly scored 2 try's and the game was over before the replacements had an opportunity to have an impact!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dullonien, post: 881252, member: 13739"] Sorry Smartcooky, but he's clearly answered your question by stating that he doesn't think both players are running directly towards the ball. Simple maths suggest to me that he's probably correct, otherwise their paths would intersect at the point the ball lands and not 20m back. The fact that they were also looking at Amos over their shoulders suggest they knew what they were doing, even if they thought they were being subtle about it. Considering Halfpenny missed the penalty kick, this incident had zero effect on the game anyway, so best move on... On the game, I was again happy with the intent with which we tried to play. It bodes well going forwards. We need yo improve our finishing, and our dummy runners aren't quite convincing enough to hold the defense. Owen Williams looks very comfortable in that second playmaking role, which could prove vert important. As much as it pains me to say, Steff Evans really struggled here. He's not the first, or the last winger to struggle defensively v Naholo, but he also struggled to influence the game in attack. In contrast Amos showed up really well. But for some lineout woes, the pack went very well. Once again Rob Evans was everywhere, he's seriously impressive atm. Navidi was exceptional as well, good on him. I'm going to end on a moan about Gatlands use of the bench. He must be the worst coach in the world for using his bench effectively. I know he had to make 2 early forced replacements, but NZ made 2 tactical changes on the 50min. mark, and I think Gats was slow to react. The likes of Francis (who prob had his best game for wales, even if his carrying remains ineffective) were out on their feet after a fast and furious game. Tips should have been used with more than 10min remaining! NZ promptly scored 2 try's and the game was over before the replacements had an opportunity to have an impact! [/QUOTE]
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