the annoying (to some bm'ers) rotation pays off on these occasions, as does our game management. Having a fluid strategy gives the opposition no clear plan on what to expect; goal threats from all over as opposed to "one striker", and the psychology that losing to City is no big deal. Scoring first used to be crucial (in my mind anyway) but no longer, we start like lightning, make the oppo chase chase chase and still have plenty left to lay siege for the last 15. Should we produce an avalanche of goals, the clamour to abandon the season will become louder, so a comfortable win, a clean sheet and no injuries is my preferred outcome. Pragmatic season planning.