Dixon's Reaction To Watford Game

Paul Dixon has spoken to the official Huddersfield Town website after a humiliating 4-0 defeat away at Watford. The terriers started the game off the better side but a penalty to Watford just on the stroke of half time was a massive blow to the confidence of Huddersfield and they went on to concede another three goals in the second half without reply;

"It was never a penalty. We did alright first half, but that decision went against us and ultimately it’s affected us. We went out in the second-half, didn’t perform well enough and lost another three goals. You can try and put days like this behind you, but you’ve got to learn from them. We really need to learn from this fast, because it’s happened a couple of times before this season before today; Millwall and Leicester being the outstanding ones."

"I don’t know what it is, but when we lose goals it seems to affect us. We need to stop letting goals affect us and work hard to get back into games when we concede first."

The heavy defeat today has taken Huddersfield Town's win less Championship league game streak to 12 and things dont look like they are going to get any better soon;

"First and foremost we have to work hard. That is the only way you can get out of situations like this. Hopefully the rest will come if we work hard."

Paul Dixon and the rest of the team will take a much needed break from Championship football as they take on Leicester in the 4th round of the FA Cup next Saturday and its a break which the defender is thankful to have;

"It’s always nice to play in the FA Cup. Obviously for me before this season I have played in the Scottish cups, but it’s great. It takes us away from the League for a week but if we can get a win next week, I hope that will kick-start our League season again."

Dixon Ready To Make Home Debut

Paul Dixon is set to make his full home debut for the terriers tonight when they come up against Nottingham Forest at The John Smiths Stadium. Dixon featured in the losses against Preston & Cardiff but is ready to give his all in front of a bumper crowd tonight;

"We wanted to make a good start and now we've got the opportunity to kick on with these home games against Forest and Burnley. For lads like myself who have not played in the Championship before, it's a matter of learning lessons quickly and it's a great experience. I've settled in well at the club and in the area – Nick Colgan lives just down the road and he's really helped myself, my girlfriend and our son, so a big thank you to him – and I'm really looking forward to the whole season ahead. It is going to be great playing in front of our own fans."

"Their support so far has been fantastic and I know they'll create a great atmosphere for us against Forest. There are a lot of big clubs in this division, but hopefully we can repay the fans' faith by showing what we are all about."

Dixon has been impressive in pre-season and looked good against Cardiff on Friday so we expect him to be chosen in Grayson's starting XI tonight.




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Dixon Ready To Step Up To English Football

Paul Dixon joined the terriers from Scottish side Dundee United in the current transfer window on a three year deal and he is ready to make his full debut for his new club against Preston North End in the Capital One Cup first round tonight.

The 25 year old left back can't wait to start playing his football south of the border and spoke to the Examiner about the challenge which lies ahead;

"It's always been an aim of mine to come and play in England and it's a big challenge for me. I'm very grateful to the manager and staff for bringing me here and hopefully I can repay their faith by starting games, playing well and helping the club achieve results. This is a step up for me, coming from the SPL to the Championship. I'm moving forward in my career, otherwise why would I have given up European football if I didn't think it was a step up?"

"And I'm really looking forward to the Preston and Cardiff games. People might say it's only the League Cup, but it's a competitive game and as a footballer you never want to lose. We want to win and we want to go through to the next round and do well."

A disappointing pre-season of football for the terriers saw them pick up just one victory and end with a loss against Barcelona B at The John Smiths Stadium. However, Dixon remained positive about the situation;

"Pre-season has been a bit up and down for us, but there have been a lot of positive signs to take into the season and we are all very positive."




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Paul Dixon Confirms Transfer To The Terriers Was The Right Move

It seems a while ago now since Paul Dixon became an official Huddersfield Town player after joining on a three year deal from Dundee United. However, today Paul Dixon has spoken about how his move from Scotland to Yorkshire was indeed the correct choice after playing in both draws in the terriers tour of Scotland;

"It was a bit strange going back to Scotland so soon. But it was good to be able to get to know the rest of the lads that little bit better, and get in some hard training, and the games were both very decent work-outs. I’ve enjoyed every minute of my time at Huddersfield so far, and there’s no doubt I made the right decision in coming here. There’s a real buzz about the club, and I think all the lads are starting to think seriously about the first couple of competitive games.”

Dixon is expected to be a big part of Huddersfield Town's Championship campaign which is set to start against Cardiff City on August 17th.

 

Interview With Performance Analyst Chris Markham

We were privileged enough to get the opportunity to interview Chris Markham who is the performance analyst at Huddersfield Town. Many of you will indeed be following Chris on Twitter (@boulet_6) so we thought we would get to know his opinions, thoughts and his personal career a little bit better;

Match Report: Guiseley 1-0 Huddersfield Town

The terriers visited non-league side Guiseley for their first pre-season friendly of the new season and took with them a strong squad as Grayson promised he would do. Guiseley came out of the tie on top thanks to an early first half goal courtesy of Danny Forrest.

The first 45 minutes say Huddersfield dominate all areas of the field but were undone by a lovely Guiseley move which ended with Forrest shooting past Alex Smithies after just 15 minutes. The positives of the first half for the terriers was the ability on show by new signings Oliver Norwood and Sean Scannell. Both looked dangerous on the ball especially Scannell who managed to cause trouble down the wing despite having to receive on-field physio treatment to his ankle just 10 minutes into play.

Paul Dixon & Murray Wallace also featured in the starting XI for the first half and both looked impressive as they held their own at the back. Guiseley tried hard early on to get the breakthrough and prior to doing so, Smithies had to push away a good headed effort from James Walshaw at his near post. Huddersfield failed to threaten the opponents goal but did come close to equalising through a free kick from new boy Oliver Norwood but his curling effort went inches wide of the upright.

The other close effort for the terriers came from academy graduate Jimmy Spencer when he was superbly played through by Wallace but he could only hit his volley wide of the mark. The first half came to a close and as the teams re-emerged after a 15 minute interval, Grayson's entire lineup had changed. In this brand new eleven was newbie Adam Clayton as well as Last seasons top goalscorer Jordan Rhodes.

Although the second half wasn't as naturally flowing as the first from the terriers you could see why Grayson has brought Clayton in to play underneath him. Hard tackling & neat passes came from Clayton as he tried his best to impress and dominate the middle of the park. However, Guiseley were not giving in and they started to get lucky as Rhodes smashed uncharacteristically over the bar. Shortly after, Novak was denied by Guiseley goalkeeper Steve Drench who pushed away his drive at goal from a free kick.

Jordan Rhodes was the centre of all the second half attacks and it looked like he had equalised for the terriers with a header but an amazing near post block denied him. Things just didn't go Town's way and the final whistle went to end the first pre-season friendly with a 1-0 loss.

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Paul Dixon Snubs Others To Join Town

Huddersfield Town have today announced their second signing of the summer in the form of left back Paul Dixon. He joins on a free after his contract expired at SPL team Dundee United. Dixon has turned down a few other Championship clubs to become a terrier for next season and this is what he had to say;

"When I entered the final year of my contract at Dundee United I thought to myself that this would be my fourth season at the Club and that it was probably time to move on. It has always been an aspiration of mine to test myself in English football and I believe that the Championship, with Huddersfield Town, is the next step on the ladder. I believe I have made a good move."

"I think it is a step-up from football in Scotland and I believe it is the next logical step for my career. I am really looking forward to starting this new challenge - playing against completely different teams and players in different stadiums week in week out."

Simon Grayson was also delighted with the signing of Dixon and admitted he had to fight hard to get the full backs signature;

"Paul turned down a number of other Championship clubs to join us, which I believe speaks volumes about the football club. He is a left-back with lots of games behind him for both Dundee and Dundee United who also has international experience with Scotland. He will be a good addition to our squad for the upcoming season and many beyond."

"On the transfer front matters are progressing nicely; talks are on-going with a number of targets so we are pleased and will continue to work hard to secure them."



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