wileman-hfc wrote:If we fans can see it, how the coach doesnt see it is well shocking, Manu needs to be rested he has started and played full 80's for a few games now and he gets replaced by Raddford, hardly an impact change isit, and Berrigan starting on the bench is crazy.
Some can't, which annoys me. A group of blokes behind me spent the game slagging Manu off for not making enough effort. When I pointed out he's been playing 80 minutes for too long I was told it shouldn't matter because he's a professional. If the bloke behind me was paid that much he'd be able to go out there and work his nuts off for a full game every week.
Personally, I liken it to a boxer taking on 2 others in alternating rounds. It doesn't matter how good and fit he is, the 2 have the huge advantage of a rest. Over the course of the contest it will show and he'll receive a pasting.