First Team
All news, opinion and analysis on Plymouth Argyle FC men’s first team
Match Analysis: Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood
I’ve very readily criticised Adams so far this season, so it’s only fair that I praise him for tactically outwitting his opposite number in this fixture.
Derek Adams: are we seeing his ‘Sheridan moment’?
The question that remains to be answered is whether Argyle have peaked under Adams. In short, can Adams can avoid this becoming his Sheridan moment?
Player Ratings: Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood
It was a professional job by the Greens on Saturday, as Plymouth Argyle came out victorious against Fleetwood via a second half brace by Freddie Ladapo.
The Opposition View: Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood
We play a very attacking, fast-paced style of football that involves a high press. With Ashley Hunter, Wes Burns and James Wallace we have a good balance on the wings.
Tactical Preview: Plymouth Argyle v Fleetwood Town
With a generally static midfield and defence, Fleetwood’s skill, speed and mobility in their front three are the source of most of their attacks.
Rating the reserves
Plymouth Argyle may have exited the Checkatrade Trophy, but several reserves gave us insights into their potential professional futures.
Match Analysis: Luton v Plymouth Argyle
To get anything out of the game, Adams had to be aware of his side’s limitations and try to nullify them as much as possible. He did the opposite.
The Opposition View: Luton v Plymouth Argyle
We’re fundamentally a good footballing side, trying to play out from the back more than we used to. As a team we sometimes lack composure in front of goal.
Tactical Preview: Luton v Plymouth Argyle
Because of the absence of wingers in their 4-3-1-2 formation, Nathan Jones’ side are more technically skilled and possession-orientated.
Simon Hallett’s Targets
Maintaining the steady financial and footballing progression that was achieved will not be easy. Yet there are also places he can make major improvements.
White Tiger: Analysing Dan Rooney at Truro
It has been this role, as the link between the midfield and the attack, that has noticeably improved Truro and won Dan Rooney the player-of-the-month award.
Player of the Month: October
Plymouth Argyle enjoyed their best month yet, amassing three wins and lifting themselves off the bottom of the table in the process.