Another thing which impressed me was when he tried to collect a pass on the wing but was unable to cotrol the ball before it went out of play.
I shouted, 'Unlucky Nick' which he duly acknowledged with a wave of his hand.
I liked that.
A. Because I knew he heard me, as I wanted him to
B. Because you try and get things right but it does not always go that way.
C. Because I know he is doing his best and giving his all
D. Players prefer that to criticism, and I believe it helps confidence
E. Sometimes we see what players are trying to do, even if it does not come off ok
F. Shows the player is genuine and wants to do well.
G. I think he and the rest of the team are superb currently - I will take the rough with the smooth
H. He is part of a great side, the best I have seen for a few years
I. I will enjoy waiting to see how far this team can go.