Theobald is like Daren Ganga; technically good, good discipline, not bad vision... just not good enough in his actually influence over the game. He doesn't penetrate in attacking and he doesn't sure things up in defence. He is a good passer, but I wouldn't put him on the field over Birchall. With Birchall at least I know I have someone who will strike the ball at goal occasionally. Although I know he hasn't been in good form recently. Just feels like Theobold hasn't been in good form... ever, except for that one time versus Greneda? Look, I know he isn't a bad player, I don't dislike him. But Captain? I feel like the captain should be hittin men frequent in the tackles or have the opposing keeper worried. Theobald does neither. I just don't think he's good enough.
Otherwise though, great game. Massive improvements since Peru. The defence definitely needs to sure up. But i'm happy. Hoyte was good, as was Edwards (though he should have been way more clinical infront of goal) Hyland was strong, skillful and confident. Daniel was great, though he made a couple too many mistakes, Jones was all fight and did very well to make that goal. Williams wasn't bad in goal though I think he could have stopped both goals (though they were both good) I did very much like Mitchell in the back and I was surprised Jones in defence. Powers was very good at time, a few too many mistakes though and our left back is definitely suspect. Still great improvement, looking forward to the rest of the matches.