I have seen 4-4 draws at The Valley before, ones against Norwich and Millwall come to mind. Once again sloppy defending meant that Charlton could only secure a point.
2-4 down at half time, the second half was much better with the team boosted by Schwartz coming on. When Charlton equalised there were hopes of a 5-4, but Rochdale managed to slow the game down and then threatened to score themselves. The Addicks looked vulnerable after Pearce was sent off by referee Kettle for a second yellow which gives us even more central defence problems against the Gas on Saturday.
We should have been prepared for Rochdale to be a threat as away from home they have won four and lost five, scoring 16 and conceding 15. They are a young, aggressive side and their more talented players were given acres of space. Once again the midfield seemed to evaporate as they surged forward. I would excuse Forster-Caskey from criticism as he had an effective game, scoring a deflected goal.
Aneke lasted the distance, scored two goals and was a constant worry to Rochdale. He could have got his hat trick after some great approach work by Millar. Schwartz showed he is a striker with his goal. Millar showed real skill and attracted man marking from the visitors.
We had 11 corners to Rochdale's 4, but we rarely pose a threat from them. I also think we don't have the skill to take short corners.
Bowyer has held his hands up for playing Smyth at right wing back.
Curbs said that if we were going to have a blip it was better to have it now.
Can we please sort out the video feed? It was a nightmare before the start and in the opening minutes, reinforcing the impression that this was a National League match.
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