Notts County’s Unpredictability Key to Success, Says Stuart Maynard Before Gillingham FC Test

I think you can see that the club is approaching each team differently as we are attacking them in various ways. We’re becoming less reliant on using the wider areas of the pitch, which has been predictable in recent years. Still, it’s very good and promising football. I praise the team’s efforts in working hard to break down teams. I don’t really listen to much about how teams’ defences are doing; they haven’t faced us, and likewise, we haven’t really had a tough game so far.

we have looked different and creatively we have grown as the season progresses, i am more nervous about chesterfield than i am against gillingham. i am sure they are a decent team but its away games where i think we need to be the most wary about. meadow lane seems to becoming the fortress the club has spoken about.

Stuart Maynard is really making this Notts side his own, stamping out the predictability we’ve seen before. The football so far has been very enjoyable. The Swindon game was alright. Against Fleetwood, we looked lively in the second half. If it weren’t for the first half goals, we would have won that one. It’s almost a flawless start, so I’m encouraged to see how we do against Gillingham.

Can't wait for the Gillingham match! It's great to see Notts County playing with such confidence and unpredictability.  

I was always confident that Notts were going to continue to be very potent up front this season even without Macaulay.

With such good attacking midfielders like Crowley, with his ball passing ability, & Jones with his pin point crosses, it was highly likely that Jatta, McGoldrick & others could get plenty of opportunities to score goals.

And Notts have started well with 14 goals to their name & unbeaten in the league, the confidence of the players must be very high 

Gillingham are going to be a big test on Saturday & the team will have to be at their best for the challenge.

The game will answer a lot of questions on Notts credentials for success this season.

It's a big loss to lose Edwards to an ankle injury, but Notts have plenty of cover to replace Edwards.

Palmer starting for Notts will be big and is leadership & influence will be vital in this game. Abbott could also have a big influence on the game.

If Notts's defence can hold firm, I think that Notts will carve enough chances to get one or two goals & win the game, but I would be happy with a draw.

David McGoldrick has been a revelation for us this season. His consistency in front of goal has really helped the team.

Maynard's approach has been spot on this season. The way he's crafted this team to be adaptable and unpredictable in attack is brilliant. We're no longer a one-dimensional side, and you can see how that confuses the opposition. The defence has also stepped up massively, and that gives the whole team confidence to push forward. I'm particularly impressed by how calm and collected the lads have been, especially when they fall behind. Games like the one against Bromley highlight our never-say-die attitude. It’s great to see a manager who knows how to get the best out of his players.

Our attacking threats from set pieces have been a key strength this season. The way the team has worked on different attacking strategies is commendable. It’s not just one player carrying the team; we have multiple players stepping up and making crucial contributions. I feel confident going into the Gillingham match. They’ve had a solid start, but if we play to our strengths, there's no reason we can’t get a positive result. It’s great to see Meadow Lane turning into a fortress again!

I'm enjoying the attacking football we’re playing this season. Stuart Maynard has really got the team clicking, and it’s paying off. The unpredictability in our play is catching opponents off guard, which is fantastic. Defensively, the improvements are noticeable too. We seem much more composed at the back, which is giving the players in front the freedom to express themselves. Gillingham will be a tough nut to crack, but I believe in the squad’s ability to rise to the challenge. Keep up the hard work, lads!

The way Maynard has got the team playing is just brilliant. Each game brings something new, and that unpredictability makes us a real threat. The resilience shown in the Bromley game was something special. Going behind and then pulling it back showcased the team’s character. I'm particularly impressed with how everyone is chipping in with goals. It's not all on one player's shoulders, which makes us harder to defend against. Looking at our upcoming fixture against Gillingham, I feel we have the upper hand. They might be good defensively, but our attacking dynamism could break through.

It’s heartening to see Notts perform like this. Maynard's approach to each game has been refreshing. The team’s diversity in attacking options keeps opponents guessing. The resilience they've shown, especially when coming from behind, is admirable. It’s clear they have a winning mentality instilled in them. The improvements in defence have been crucial as well. With a solid backline, we can take more risks going forward. The upcoming game against Gillingham will be a real test, but with the confidence the team is showing, I believe we can come out on top.