Shaq Forde Shines on Return as Darrell Clarke’s Influence Lifts Bristol Rovers

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Shaq Forde was a constant threat for Bristol Rovers in their recent clash with Gillingham, creating multiple chances in a lively first-half display. In the 14th minute, he picked up the ball from Joel Cotterill just inside the opposition half, drove forward with his left foot, and played a pass through to Fabrizio Cavegn, only for Jake Turner to make a smart save.

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00:00Shaq Ford was a constant threat for Bristol Rovers

00:04in their recent clash with Gillingham

00:07creating multiple chances and lively first half display

00:10in the 14th minutes he picked up the ball from Joel Cotterill

00:14just outside the opposition half

00:16drove forward with his left foot

00:17and played a pass through to Fabrizio Cavan

00:20only for Jake Turner to make a smart save

00:23just 22 minutes later

00:25Ford delivered a low right footed cross to the back post

00:29with Stefan Negru unable to convert from close range

00:32the Welsh under 21 international continued to influence the game

00:38after half time linking up with Cotterill in a 1-2

00:41before dragging his shot wide

00:43Ford was substituted in the 68th minute

00:46marking only his fourth appearance of the season across all competitions

00:50his campaign had been disrupted after a hamstring injury

00:54sustained in a pre-season friendly against Coventry City in July

00:58which required surgery and sidelined him for approximately 12 weeks

01:02prior to the setback Ford had impressed in pre-season matches

01:06including a lively performance against Bath City

01:09giving fans optimism that he could build on a challenging first season

01:14in the blue and white quarters

01:15which saw him score twice in 34 games

01:19Daryl Clark's influence has been key to Ford's early impact this season

01:25Clark's tactical adjustments and focus on high intensity attacking football

01:29have allowed young players like Ford to thrive

01:32giving them the freedom to exploit space and link up effectively with teammates

01:37Clark has also built a culture of resilience and adaptability within the squad

01:42ensuring Rovers remain competitive even when key players are injured

01:46or an international duty

01:48with injuries and absences leaving gaps in the squad

01:51Clark will rely on Ford and other first team regulars to step up

01:55whilst still in the early stages of his comeback

01:59Ford's performances suggest he is ready to make a significant impact in League 2

02:04benefiting both from his own talent and the strong guidance of Clark

02:07who continues to shape Rovers into an attacking, confident side

02:12the respect to him

02:14in charge of his own talent in the scoci lines

02:17proud of Mr Barack

02:21who does not let it be in Александ

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