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Match Preview: Can McGoldrick Fire Notts County to Victory Against Bromley?


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As the League Two campaign continues, all eyes will be on Hayes Lane this Saturday as Bromley FC host Notts County in what promises to be a tightly contested encounter. 

Both teams will be eager to secure vital points, with contrasting styles that are likely to create an intriguing tactical battle.

Bromley enters the match with the advantage of a full squad to choose from, giving them plenty of options to take on a strong Notts County side. Known for their physical approach, Bromley are expected to sit deep and look for opportunities to counter-attack. 

Their smaller pitch at Hayes Lane, along with the recent replacement of their artificial turf to meet EFL standards, could play a factor in how both teams approach the game. Defenders like Kamarl Grant will be crucial in maintaining a solid backline, while midfielder Jude Arthurs and striker Michael Cheek will be key in orchestrating Bromley’s attacking play.

Notts County, on the other hand, will welcome back Dan Crowley, Alassana Jatta, and Jodi Jones, all available for selection after missing the previous match against Accrington Stanley. However, there are concerns over Cedwyn Scott, who was seen limping after the game against Stanley, and his involvement remains uncertain. The Magpies will be keen to impose their style of play, with an emphasis on ball retention and creating space in Bromley’s defensive setup.

Key players for Notts County include George Abbott, on loan from Spurs, whose defensive focus will be essential in breaking up Bromley’s counter-attacks. 

Jodi Jones, with his flair and creativity, will be looking to assist and carve out chances, while the in-form David McGoldrick, fresh off scoring two braces in the last two games, will lead the attacking line.

The tactical battle between the two sides will be intriguing, with Bromley expected to concede possession and hit on the break, while Notts County will aim to control the game, move the ball quickly, and draw out Bromley’s compact defence. The tight pitch could make it difficult for County to play their preferred expansive football, but if they manage to create space and find openings, they’ll likely have the upper hand.

In summary, the clash at Hayes Lane will be a test of contrasting styles, with Bromley’s physicality and counter-attacking approach going up against Notts County’s possession-based play. 

Both teams have much to play for, and the outcome could depend on who is more clinical when opportunities arise. Fans can expect a competitive and hard-fought match, with plenty of talking points.

Read up on Notts County's head coach Stuart Maynard's thoughts ahead of the Bromley FC game tomorrow, as well as his insights on Jodi Jones' recent contract renewal, exclusively on Pride of Nottingham.

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i think it will be a good enough game, i hope they play defensive as it will test our creativity and all we need is one chance if we play as good as we cand defensively. if they are physical or borderline dirty, i am sure notts will be able to focus on playing football. its going to be an interesting 90 minutes.

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I think that we could see a similar game to what we saw in the Swindon game a few weeks ago.

Notts have shown that they are prepared to defend at times, & graft a result if necessary.

Stuart has plenty of options available to him & we could see a slightly different line up at away matches compared to matches at home.

We may just see one striker & an extra midfielder against Bromley to begin with, but Stuart will have options to change it during the game.

I still think no matter how Notts line up, they will be too strong for Bromley.

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It’s going to be interesting to see how both teams adapt to each other’s style. The play might not be the most entertaining, but I have faith in our players. Leaving with a draw wouldn’t be the worst outcome. I would take it and focus on other games, but I see no reason why we can’t be clinical on goal. Their form seems up and down right now.

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The clash between Notts County and Bromley should be a cracker. Bromley’s physical style and the tight pitch at Hayes Lane might make things tough, but I believe our squad has the quality to cope. Crowley and Jatta’s return is timely, and their inclusion will certainly boost our chances. The defensive responsibilities will be heavy on Abbott, but he’s shown he can handle high-pressure situations. McGoldrick’s recent form is promising, and if he can keep his scoring touch, we’ll be in a good position. It’s crucial we keep possession and don’t get drawn into Bromley’s game plan. I’m optimistic we can carve out a victory with clever tactics and disciplined play.

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The success of this season depends on how Notts handle games like this. Until the match starts, we can't know how tough Bromley will be, but all the training and preparation aim to make it a success, I hope. I’m not calling for Stuart Maynard to be sacked, but it’s games like this that would give me more confidence in him.

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I wish I could make it, but it’s too far for me at the moment. I’m only going to local games right now, which might just be home games, and I’ll really miss the away days. It’s matches like this that we’ll look back on at the end of the season, so I hope we can get a good result.

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