The six role is a problem, with few obvious alternatives to Cullen identifiable within the squad that Kenny named.
Given his form, I thought Conor Coventry might have been given an opportunity to impress, even if just in training.
Molumby is never going to provide the same assuring presence at the base of our midfield as Cullen, lacking the same discipline, tactical awareness and willingness to make himself available, even in tight areas, for the simple pass that makes Cullen so indispensable.
Molumby's strengths lie elsewhere, and I think he did some good things last night. We will certainly need his energy and tenacity against the French.
Really, though, we need to look at reducing our complete reliance on one player and start developing some other viable options.
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