Luton – A Debut From Hell
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I suspect, given the unexpected opportunity, Matt Ingram was delighted to make an emergency loan move to the Hatters.
But I can’t help trying to comprehend how he felt as he returned to the away dressing room, at Craven Cottage, after being part of a side that had been thrashed 7-0.
I’d imagine the dressing room was an eerie place as everyone tried to take in just what had happened.
I’m guessing matters were not improved by the noise the Fulham supporters were making as they celebrated clinched the title.
As far as Ingram is concerned, it could be deemed as the debut from hell!
But, although the Hatters were soundly beaten, could Ingram be faulted for any of the 7 goals?
My view is that the majority of the strikes gave Ingram little or no chance but it didn’t stop some social media posters from heaping the blame on the new boy, as the following illustrates:
Absolutely shocking debut from ingram
— Adam (@adamgoatley94) May 2, 2022
A harsh comment I feel.
But the 7-0 thrashing has, once again, resulted in calls for Luton to ignore the emergency loan protocol and start with Harry Isted, between the posts, for the now crucial final Championship fixture, against Reading, this Saturday:
Need to make some away team noise at the Kenny on Saturday. No jitters. Just finish the job. And maybe Isted back in goal please? 🙏 #COYH
— markledsom (@markledsom1) May 2, 2022
Isted HAS to start against reading.
— Alfie🔸 (@alfieLTFC_) May 2, 2022
But, given this opportunity, I must remind you that this problem has been dealt with before, during the time when the West Bromwich Albion keeper, Alex Palmer, was also with Luton on an emergency loan – palmer-must-start-at-middlesbrough – and as the rules clearly point out:
— JP Asher (@jp_asher) March 4, 2022
So, it seems that despite possible wishes to the contrary, Matt Ingram will be between the posts against Reading.
Therefore, with that being the case, let’s all get behind the lad and give him the confidence boost he may need after that 7-0 mauling.
COYH’s
Luton v Reading?
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