AFL Rd 10 2023 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Collingwood

[Gointocarlton]

So much of this comes down to confidence, with confidence you hesitate less, and everything seems easier, doubt breeds delay and then you act too late.

With the exception of maybe the Adelaide game, I haven't seen (to me eye at least) any issues with effort from our guys nor with our physicality. Sure they may take it easier at certain contests where there is risk to the opponent (and hence suspension) but in general, to suggest our blokes (or any AFL player for that matter) is soft is nonsense. I have always maintained his view and always will. It takes great courage to play at the highest level and being a thug like the old days is not being harder. I agree with you 100% about confidence, that applies to all facets of the game and once you get on a positive roll (like the Pies ATM), it is hard to stop. Ill say this about the Pies also, they seem to be enjoying their footy, each others company, training, etc. You saw the players reacting to the players mum giving a pre game address, they were in hysterics. Good on them. This is why whilst the results aren't going our way right now, its imperative they stay positive and enjoy all aspects of their footy whilst working their butts off to rectify their fortunes on the field.