My takes on today's game:
- Quite an entertaining match. Had more than a couple goals in it for both teams.
- I agree that we were mostly on top of the game in the first half, but even then, Halifax generated 2-3 really good chances on the counter.
- I thought Sean Rea was the Man of the Match. He was a really effective #10 today, popping up all over the place and creating chances. We really struggled to contain him. Defensively, I thought we struggled with the pace of Halifax's transition today.
- I thought there was quite a bit to like from Cavalry going forward today. Ntignee, minus his finishing, was dangerous going at defenders. He has such a directness to his play. Gherisimencov continues to impress me with his versatility and how comfortable he is on the ball.
- Warschewski was dangerous. His best move of the day set up a glorious chance for Gutierez, whose first touch got away from him, and then Ntignee rattled it off the outside of the post.
- Carducci was strong today. That was a well earned clean sheet. Yesli also had some good moments for Halifax.
- I was hoping to get clarity on the why the Cavs goal in the second half was called back. My initial thought was that it gone out before Kobza(??) headed it back across goal but someone in my section said he heard a foul was called on Ntignee for obstructing the keeper? I was eager to see it in the CPL game highlights but it's not included.
If Klomp is indeed available, I think he would make a massive difference. I know the backline hasn't really been the major issue this season but he is so adept at getting us moving in transition and he pops up for such timely goals. This game would have been a typical one where he nods in a header to give us all the points. As someone also mentioned, I wouldn't be against having a look at him in midfield as well.
Anyway, I'm still optimistic that we'll work through this slump and end the season on strong form. I'm hoping Musse's suspension may end up being a blessing in disguise and serve as a bit of reset for him and that he comes back more dangerous and consistent. But I do feel that things are on a bit of knife edge at the moment. The frustration was palpable at the end of the game today. Vancouver coming to town next weekend will be very interesting following our recent exit in the Can Champ to them. Anything less than three points will only make this cloud hovering over us at the moment that much darker.
Last edited by ditty; 08-09-2025 at 11:04 PM.
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