Astroblack

Was listening to a bit of Talkshite at work yesterday and they said that Kante was the best CDM they had ever seen and I agree with them. It got me thinking, who’s the best box to box midfielder of all time. For me, it’s Yaya Toure during that Man City period. I thought Paul Pogba and Dele Alli would raise the standard but they’ve stagnated quite drastically. Yaya was something I don’t think I’ve ever seen before or after his retirement, someone who could drive up the field, skip challenges and finish exquisitely within stride. Gerrard was great but not Yaya level. I’d probably put him at the top of that Gerrard, Scholes Lampard debate but what Yaya did has yet to be equaled IMO. Pre takeover, I wanted Joe Aribo from Rangers. Think he has drive within him and is evident with two goals vs Brazil. Is it a position that stands out like it used to or has everyone just become a scurrying #6?

I've never thought he's looked out of his depth. He was an attacking player in a team that averaged 30% possession. Hopefully we stay up and next season, surrounded by better players, we see his true quality.

Joaquin still plays for Betis!

I still like him. I just think he's a bit unlucky in front of goal like he'll hit the post, just hit shots wide, I can remember a few goal line clearances. Was he the one that De Gea made that miraculous save in the 1-1 from? Things like that.

15 red cards under Mikel Arteta. Must be some sort of record that.

Was watching the replay on Peacock and saw this guy lining up to take a corner and couldn't believe he was actually playing for us.

There's a swagger and a strut to him now. It's nice to see him enjoying himself.

Was looking at the players with the most free kick goals on the official PL site and was looking for David Beckham's name and it's not there. Is it true he scored 18 Premier League free kicks or are the stats just not available?

Probably been said but pitches with that little slope next to the corner flag. Just looks weird and possibly dangerous.

Wasn't he in jail or something like that?

This guy's Youtube channel is def worth a sub!

That finish from Foden was so arrogant. Dunno if that’s the word, but it was something.

Lukaku was injured for a while right? Feel like if they just play to him, they’ll be golden. Not sure I trust him in the big games, though. edit: he’ll probably do something the big games. Occupying someone or another.

Chelsea have never been a particularly entertaining side to watch.

That ball from Ward Prowse was sublime.

Everton have equalized.

Sweet finish from Benzema.

That first one is smooth. Dunno what he’s doing the second time around.

Feel like this kid is going to bite England in the arse one day. Hope I’m wrong.

Feel like Gerard could be an easy sack. If he goes on of a run of say five defeats, questions will be asked and he’ll be gone and be on the managerial merry go round.

Jesus.

Did Ashley Young get one of those hair transplants? Doesn’t look 36 at all.

Though Joe Allen would have carved out a decent Premier League playing career like a James McArthur or something but he seems happy to stay in the Championship. Must be on good money.

Bruno Fernandes is a very wasteful player. Very frustrating to watch.

Vinicius has gone up a level. He’s bossed this entire game.