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Notts County Skipper Kyle Cameron Reflects on the Season So Far

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Notts County’s captain, Kyle Cameron, took a breather to look back on the team’s journey so far this season. 

Chatting with the club before the match against Walsall tomorrow, he seemed pretty satisfied with where they’re at but admitted there’s room to step up their game.

"I think if you're looking at a general look at things, you know, you look at the table, you'd probably say we're doing quite well," Cameron remarked. "A point off automatic places and not too far away from Stockport as well. I think if you looked at that in August and said that's where we would be coming up to Christmas, I think you would probably be quite happy as a fan and myself as a player as well."

Despite the team's commendable position, Cameron highlighted the challenges faced this season compared to the last, emphasising the increased quality of opposition and the need to address defensive lapses.

"The quality of the opposition is a little bit better," Cameron admitted. "They come with a better game plan, and they can stick to that game plan a little bit better. It feels like everything's getting capitalised on at this moment in time. Last season, it wasn't plain sailing, and we did make mistakes, but we would get away with maybe a little bit more."

Cameron emphasised the importance of concentration and mental resilience, citing the need for the team to tighten up defensively. "It's just a case of as a group; we need to maybe raise the concentration levels and sort of tighten up a little bit," he said.

Acknowledging defensive struggles, Cameron expressed a collective determination to rectify the situation. "We feel embarrassed with the amount of goals we've conceded this season," he admitted. "For myself, I do feel embarrassed with the amount of goals we've conceded. We are trying to work on that, definitely."

As Notts County prepares to face Walsall this weekend, Cameron sees it as another opportunity to showcase the team's abilities. But he’s not getting carried away. He knows how unpredictable football can be and insists the team needs to keep their eyes on the prize and give everything for those three points.

"We can't look at any game and expect it to be a straightforward three points," Cameron warned. "They're going to want to come here and try and get a result. So it's not ever going to be straightforward. We have to concentrate more, knuckle down, and really try this weekend to get a clean sheet and get three points on the board."

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Countyman

I find Kyles's honesty refreshing and, truth be told, much needed. As diehard Notts County fans, we're all rooting for the team to be at its best, and this honest analysis of the team's strengths and weaknesses can do nothing but help. Football can be unpredictable, and the best we can do is to acknowledge our areas needing improvement, while pushing forward with confidence. Here's to hoping the team takes Kyle's words to heart and we see a heightened level of concentration and a stronger defence moving forward.

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allardyces tash

A wonderful interview with a real captain! Kyle Cameron's pragmatic outlook is refreshing. Yes, we're doing well, but we've got to iron out those defensive lapses. Every game is a battle, and without a solid defence, winning is a far-fetched dream. Time to step up, Notts.

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liampie

i believe that the players give their all even when mistakes are made, but knowing that they are working hard to cut it out will help us in the long run. i felt annoyed watching the shrewsbury goals live but i am back to wanting to see notts succeed. nobody makes mistakes on purpose, i know this. kyle cameron gives an honest take on it and i appreciate that.

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BromPie

Yes, we've conceded quite a few goals, but it's this uncensored acknowledgement of the facts that can pave the way to improvement. Let's hope the talk translates into action, starting from the Walsall game this weekend.

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CliftonMagpie

The Skipper, Kyle Cameron, spoke honestly in his pre-match interview. He shared his feelings and how the team has been working on their defence. I think they’ve been training hard. The interview with Luke Williams was earlier than usual, maybe because they wanted to focus more on this area. I think the Skipper did well.

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NottsCountyKev

Kyle Cameron's honest assessment of our season gives me assurance as a Notts fan. He's not shying away from our team's challenges; instead, he's facing them head-on, promising to improve defence and concentration.

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upthepies

I appreciate Cameron's candour. The revelation of our defensive woes and the need to 'tighten up' shows strong leadership. Regular, better football leads to an ever-improving Notts.

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theMagpies

This interview shows the value of reflection in any team's journey. Cameron's awareness of our season's unique challenges and his determination to address them head-on is commendable. Ready for the Walsall game.

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Sir Magpie

Our captain, Kyle Cameron, truly shone in this interview. His keen awareness and call for a more robust defence line demonstrate his commendable leadership. His plea for heightened focus from the team is nothing less than praiseworthy. His character is clearly reflected in his words and actions.

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KingMaynard

Cameron's hitting the nail when acknowledging the need for increased concentration. Fingers crossed for a good performance against Walsall and a stronger showing in the back.

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DeadlyMacca

Cameron's remarks are on point. A slight step-up and a more consistent defence could well put us on a track for automatic places. It's a good time to reflect on the season as we approach Christmas!

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TheSkipper

I respect Kyle Cameron, he’s an excellent captain. Those fans who doubt his abilities are missing the point. He’s clearly competent, and with our support, he should continue to improve. I appreciate his sincere responses.

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