By Dark Prophet
October 14 2022

This weekend sees Albion on the road to Chinnor who have struggled to get going this season.

Currently lying in 11th place 5 places below Albion and 7 points behind, Chinnor have only one win to date this season against Birmingham Moseley although gained 2 points from a narrow loss to Leeds in the latest outing.

Last year's trip proved to be a high scoring affair with Albion turning over a 14 point deficit in the last 10 minutes to secure what was then a much needed win. Chinnor got their revenge in the return fixture earlier this year at Brickfields with a more modest 12-19 scoreline.

Penalties could be Chinnor's Achille's heel as they have accumulated 6 yellow cards so far, 4 of which have been earnt by the pack, whilst Albion have a saintly 2, better only by Cambridge.

On paper, Albion have a better record this season, outscoring their prospective opponents 3:2 in tries, although both teams have conceded a similar number of points overall.

Chinnor also more vulnerable in the first half, however, they utilise their bench well and may have quite a sting in their tail when it comes to the final moments of the game.

Forecast - Albion may be expected to get off to another good start but will need to keep their concentration for the full 80 minutes a strong scrum will dominate the game, particularly if the Referee takes a dim view of indescretions. A bonus point win would suit Albion.

Weather - Dry, overcast with a moderate breeze. a little on the chilly side.

Other noteable fixtures Rams v Cambridge will result in one or the other losing their 100% records, also Cinderford v Sale - occupying 4th & 5th they sit immediately above Albion in the table. Whilst unlikely that Albion would move up the table, the gap to 5th would certainly close, provided Albion win of course.

Round 6 away day at Chinnor

Discussion started by Unofficial Plymouth Albion (IP Logged), 14/10/2022 20:29

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14/10/2022 20:29

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Dewnansek
15/10/2022 07:41

Good Luck to the lads. 5 points (I hope)

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lobina
15/10/2022 14:12

I fancy us to win a close game, less then one score in it I think.

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