I agree with most of the valid points said here!
It was an ugly game, Siena seemed to have the upper-hand at times, which is a shame, considering the quality difference and the fact that we were playing at home.
But thanks to DP's brilliance, once again, our old guard/champions, made the difference and helped us to keep on track!
Although DP generally had a bad day, he has been slow and disappointing,
uninspired at the better case,
BUT, he was there in the two fazes we needed him the most, he scored one goal in an important moment within the game and saved us from another one, in a crucial moment too!
This way enough to help us collect all 3 points!
Although my expectations on Marchisio are raising, he still manages to amaze me,
a very mature player, for his age, when he will grow a bit older, he will become an excellent tool for our team. I can see him becoming even better than Conte!
His quiet but efficient work may be easily underestimated and i still believe we shouldnt have bought Poulsen and opt for a more attacking mind midfielder!
I wont regret us losing on Alonso though, with him around, Marchisio wouldnt have the chances he has now!
I am very sorry about Giovinco and the treatment he gets from CR, but i admire his passion and love/loyalty for our title. He is confident, he believes in himself and he wants to stay and fight, he is sure that he will earn his position given the chance! When this time comes, i m sure he wont miss it!
Neddy has rested and this was painfully obvious at the first minutes of the game.
It really proves that CR should give him the chance to rest, protecting him and the team, stepping up his efficiency!
His exp and will, were still of great service to us. But time has finally put his mark on him.
He has lost his acceleration, he cant track back as before and he cant create those deadly counterattacks, after stealing those balls in the middle of the field.
Hopefully he will stay with us in a managerial position and CR will not abuse him that much, by the end of this season, giving him the chance to rest every now and then...
But still his presence is important, (still our best winger defensive wise)
he is an example to all, his feel of the game and tactical awareness can still make the difference if he happens to be at the right place, at the right moment.
His understanding with DP is incredible!
They can find each other without any effort or eye contact.
They created a few magic moments, even our goal came from a foul Neddy earned and DP executed...
Once again, our defense has been our weakest link,
shaky and not as robust as before. Luckily, the opposition wasnt able to create any better chances and pose any serious problems.
I m still worried that they will flop against superior competition and pressure.
Watching Man-ure crashing Chel$ky though, made me feel a bit more confident
I still dont see the reason we insist on Molinaro, while wasting DC on the bench...
Grygera has shown some promise today, esp at his offensive efforts/supports, with great runs and decent crosses!
Marchionni has been once again our worst player on the pitch!
Although he is starting to find his touch, he still has some skills in him, a swift pass, a decent cross, an explosive dribbling... but... He just cant deliver!
I think he needs to be loaned into a smaller team so that he will find his grip again! If he doesnt, then good riddance...
I dont believe that Ekdall would do anything worse than that...
Hence, not even Salih... I pray that Camo will return, rather sooner than later!
I was very pleased to see Zanetti' s display, good old CZ, his exp is needed some times, he will be an invaluable asset in some important derbies.
Amauri has also been impressive, although he didnt score, he created a lot of chances none other of players could and at times, he was the only one pushing Siena back and make us feel threatening!
I was glad to see that the passport situation didnt affect him!
Have to point out though, that he is not as clinical as DP, or Treze and i am worried what will happen when we will pair him with the not so clinical Cassano (next year's transfer budget)...
I wont complain though, he has scored enough/regularly and he is ready to sacrifice for the team. This is important, as it will help him adapt faster and overcome many problems that might occur!
I am confident that we wont have any problems when Treze will return! (at least from Amauri's part)
And finally, Kudos to CR, for insisting on a CM, (Marchisio) when having the chance to field 2 DMs. (although we can be sure yet, if this choice was forced due to form/medical reasons) If he keeps doing that, or at least having the brains to adjust our team, as needed, he will earn my respect!!:xfinger: