skryp2nit3 Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Surprised no one mentioned his defensive capabilities. He's a beast in a 1v1, I have no memory of him being skinned by any winger, not even by Ronaldo. Does get caught out of position now and again and scuffs the occasional clearances but certainly one of the better LBs around. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 I can't see Enrique ever having an international career with Spain. He's a good athlete but not good enough technically. I think he's brilliant technically. You're wrong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 He's technically very sound. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 We must be talking about different things. By technique, I'm thinking of skill on the ball. A large number of his passes and crosses go astray, and his first touch is poor. If he has possession and he's got space to run into, then he can hurt defences at this level, but that's more to do with his athleticism. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roger Kint Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 We must be talking about different things. By technique, I'm thinking of skill on the ball. A large number of his passes and crosses go astray, and his first touch is poor. If he has possession and he's got space to run into, then he can hurt defences at this level, but that's more to do with his athleticism. He is a technically good passer although his decisions are sometimes wrong. He should really look for touch when clearing more as too many times the ball ends up infield to their players, hes also a decent crosser just inconsistent. Thats something he can learn easily with a decent coach mind....... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 His game relied more in athleticism when he was in Spain, he wasn't nicknamed "The Buffalo" for nothing. But he didn't strike me as having bad technique either. I remember a couple of balls he controlled when we played them a couple years ago (lost 2-0 ) that were pretty impressive, chesting it down under the pressure of Messi and then getting it out calmly in one case... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingcrofty Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 He struggles with his passing a lot because we tend not to have the outlets for him (our wingers are wandering, the centre halves uncomfortable on the ball etc) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roger Kint Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 His game relied more in athleticism when he was in Spain, he wasn't nicknamed "The Buffalo" for nothing. But he didn't strike me as having bad technique either. I remember a couple of balls he controlled when we played them a couple years ago (lost 2-0 ) that were pretty impressive, chesting it down under the pressure of Messi and then getting it out calmly in one case... The Buffalo? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 His game relied more in athleticism when he was in Spain, he wasn't nicknamed "The Buffalo" for nothing. But he didn't strike me as having bad technique either. I remember a couple of balls he controlled when we played them a couple years ago (lost 2-0 ) that were pretty impressive, chesting it down under the pressure of Messi and then getting it out calmly in one case... Sounds just like wor Jose The way he's dealt with any form of pressure this season has been phenomenal, love it every time a winger tries to get the better of him and he just takes the ball off him, turns and then pass it to Jonas or whoever is available. Defending at its best. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 Thought it was"The Bull" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 No, it was "el búfalo". I just checked his Spanish wikipedia page to be sure. http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Enrique_S%C3%A1nchez_D%C3%ADaz Se trata de un joven talento muy potente (apodado Bufalo), que domina todo el carril izquierdo, adaptándose al ataque con facilidad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Alan Shearer 9 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 Looks like 'the JOKE' is on Enrique now, as he has technically proved himself with his excellent performances. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest prestonj1989 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 No, it was "el búfalo". I just checked his Spanish wikipedia page to be sure. http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Enrique_S%C3%A1nchez_D%C3%ADaz Se trata de un joven talento muy potente (apodado Bufalo), que domina todo el carril izquierdo, adaptándose al ataque con facilidad. It says on English wikipedia: He earned himself the affectionate nickname The Bull as a result of his strength and tenacity. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlacknWhiteArmy Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 No, it was "el búfalo". I just checked his Spanish wikipedia page to be sure. http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Enrique_S%C3%A1nchez_D%C3%ADaz Se trata de un joven talento muy potente (apodado Bufalo), que domina todo el carril izquierdo, adaptándose al ataque con facilidad. It says on English wikipedia: He earned himself the affectionate nickname The Bull as a result of his strength and tenacity. That sentence says it all mate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 And from the horse's (or buffalo's) mouth himself: http://www.lasprovincias.es/valencia/prensa/20070809/deportes/jose-enrique-agradece-villarreal_20070809.html The very last bit: “Creo que me adaptaré muy bien a la liga, aunque el búfalo allí ya no será tan búfalo, porque allí están todos muy fuertes, pero espero no desentonar” "I think I will adapt very well to the [Premier] league, although the buffalo's not going to be so buffalo there, they are all very strong players there, but I think I will perform". Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 Im quite happy for the media or anyone nationally, or in Spain to rate him. I dont want anyone but us, the opposition and NUFC to realise how class he is. I'd be devastated if he went. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PJ87 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 And from the horse's (or buffalo's) mouth himself: http://www.lasprovincias.es/valencia/prensa/20070809/deportes/jose-enrique-agradece-villarreal_20070809.html The very last bit: “Creo que me adaptaré muy bien a la liga, aunque el búfalo allí ya no será tan búfalo, porque allí están todos muy fuertes, pero espero no desentonar” "I think I will adapt very well to the [Premier] league, although the buffalo's not going to be so buffalo there, they are all very strong players there, but I think I will perform". To be honest, who gives a shit? I'd call him my fairy godmother if his performances help us to get promoted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted November 20, 2009 Share Posted November 20, 2009 He struggles with his passing a lot because we tend not to have the outlets for him (our wingers are wandering, the centre halves uncomfortable on the ball etc) Yup. At times he plays some cracking passes, and even short ones. But the players in front of him are static a lot of the time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted November 20, 2009 Share Posted November 20, 2009 The centre halves aren't uncomfortable on the ball at all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 The centre halves aren't uncomfortable on the ball at all. Agreed. Taylor and Coloccini are decent on the ball, if unspectacular. The lack of movement ahead of them is where it goes wrong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest palnese Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 If anything, Colo is to comfy on the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrEe Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I wasn't a big fan of him last year, but Fuck this man has improved!!! A rock at back, he's realy coming to his own, I just question how long we can hold onto him. He's been our best player since the begining of the season by a country mile! Makes football look so easy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufcmichael Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 By far our best player this season imo... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Spaceman Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 He's so fucking strong. How many times have we seen him shield the ball out for a goal kick this season? Hopefully nobody will bid for him in January. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 24, 2009 Share Posted November 24, 2009 I wasn't a big fan of him last year, but Fuck this man has improved!!! A rock at back, he's realy coming to his own, I just question how long we can hold onto him. He's been our best player since the begining of the season by a country mile! Makes football look so easy. he was one of our best players last year Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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