Swindon have taken their first steps on their 2024/25 journey. And it’s fair to say that they’re taking the line that we all predicted.
They look structured, compact, and organised, which are all vital qualities, but they’re lacking razzmatazz and flair and quickly find themselves becoming an ordinary League 2 club.
Although Town are starting a new chapter with their change in philosophy, I still sense a hint of frustration among the faithful, frustration which has nothing to do with the team but more so the status of Swindon’s situation.
For as long as I can remember, Swindon have always tried to be a good footballing team. Sometimes to their advantage and sometimes to their disadvantage, The Robins have always played a possession-based game. There remains a great sense of pride in the teams which have had success through adopting the brand.
However, this style ultimately doesn’t bring success in League 2. Hence why Town have moved towards a direct style of play.
And in truth, it does get results in this division, moreover it suits the current crop of players. However, I feel it’ll take a bit of time to get used to. I find that where I’m pleased to see Swindon make the change, I’m sad to see it unfold. As a fan when you’re watching Town lump the ball long, you realise it’s a poignant reminder of how far the club has fallen.
As was always the case, August gave us the chance to cast our eyes over the new arrivals. There’s always one which shines out from the pack, and sometimes they either continue to sparkle all season, or fade out. In my opinion, Will Wright’s star will shine bright in Swindon colours for some time.
The central defender looked like a good signing on paper, and on grass he seems even better. As far as debuts go, the former Crawley man couldn’t have introduced himself in a better way. An incredible point grabbing goal, and a commanding display from the back, demonstrated how Wright will be the main man this season.
Technically Wright is incredibly good for a League 2 defender, as we saw with his goal against Chesterfield. Defensively he is the beating heart of the backline with his alert positioning and strong covering.
I also like the dynamic which Harry Smith offers Swindon. The tall striker is no stranger to The County Ground, having had a brief spell on loan in 2017. Seven years later Smith is a more mature and cannier player. He now knows how to get the most out of his frame for the good of the team.
Whether that’s his hold up play or his flick ons, the former Sutton man does a lot for those around him. It gives us an insight into how the attack could work should we get the right players around him.
So, for now, while I’m not excited, I’m also not dreading the long stretch of season ahead. Something which I was fearing for a lot of the last.
Although Town are starting a new chapter with their change in philosophy, I still sense a hint of frustration among the faithful, frustration which has nothing to do with the team but more so the status of Swindon’s situation.
For as long as I can remember, Swindon have always tried to be a good footballing team. Sometimes to their advantage and sometimes to their disadvantage, The Robins have always played a possession-based game. There remains a great sense of pride in the teams which have had success through adopting the brand.
However, this style ultimately doesn’t bring success in League 2. Hence why Town have moved towards a direct style of play.
And in truth, it does get results in this division, moreover it suits the current crop of players. However, I feel it’ll take a bit of time to get used to. I find that where I’m pleased to see Swindon make the change, I’m sad to see it unfold. As a fan when you’re watching Town lump the ball long, you realise it’s a poignant reminder of how far the club has fallen.
As was always the case, August gave us the chance to cast our eyes over the new arrivals. There’s always one which shines out from the pack, and sometimes they either continue to sparkle all season, or fade out. In my opinion, Will Wright’s star will shine bright in Swindon colours for some time.
The central defender looked like a good signing on paper, and on grass he seems even better. As far as debuts go, the former Crawley man couldn’t have introduced himself in a better way. An incredible point grabbing goal, and a commanding display from the back, demonstrated how Wright will be the main man this season.
Technically Wright is incredibly good for a League 2 defender, as we saw with his goal against Chesterfield. Defensively he is the beating heart of the backline with his alert positioning and strong covering.
I also like the dynamic which Harry Smith offers Swindon. The tall striker is no stranger to The County Ground, having had a brief spell on loan in 2017. Seven years later Smith is a more mature and cannier player. He now knows how to get the most out of his frame for the good of the team.
Whether that’s his hold up play or his flick ons, the former Sutton man does a lot for those around him. It gives us an insight into how the attack could work should we get the right players around him.
So, for now, while I’m not excited, I’m also not dreading the long stretch of season ahead. Something which I was fearing for a lot of the last.
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