Originally Posted by
White Horse
Dundalk planned that one goal would guarantee a win at Tallaght. Rovers were very defensive in Oriel Park and the same yesterday.
It was clear to coaches in the LOI that Dundalk's Achilles heel was the unease on the ball of their defenders when under pressure. However, much of that was just initial rustiness. Dundalk have comfortable on the ball all over the pitch for some time now, a fact apparently not appreciated by Croly.
Once Rovers high pressing yielded nothing, they had nothing else to offer.
In my experience, the right manager has a huge impact on the performance of players. Just compare Chris Shield under Sean McCaffrey two seasons ago with the player he is today.
Under Croly, Rovers deliver well below their potential. Yesterday was a reality check for those Rovers fans who are still clinging to the belief that he will finally deliver.
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