TRon Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 i still stand by my opinion that he should have been sold/released many years ago. he was clearly not good enough when he needed to be and still wont be if we go back up. It's the same with most of the squad to be fair. Ameobi didn't get us relegated by himself, and just like many other useless tossers are re-inventing themselves in a lower division, Ameobi will also take the plaudits while he can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Here's a worrying thought. Where would we be if we hadnt given him a new contract and he'd left on a free? Nolan just behind Carroll? (shudders) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Here's a worrying thought. Where would we be if we hadnt given him a new contract and he'd left on a free? Nolan just behind Carroll? (shudders) JFK a visionary? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Here's a worrying thought. Where would we be if we hadnt given him a new contract and he'd left on a free? Nolan just behind Carroll? (shudders) Xisco or Nile Ranger to start. What a disaster that would be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Here's a worrying thought. Where would we be if we hadnt given him a new contract and he'd left on a free? Nolan just behind Carroll? (shudders) Xisco or Nile Ranger to start. What a disaster that would be. Youre deluded if you think Hughton would have the balls to start Xisco or Ranger. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzaA2 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 i still stand by my opinion that he should have been sold/released many years ago. he was clearly not good enough when he needed to be and still wont be if we go back up. Good for you mate. Nice to see the odd person here who doesn't change his mind like the wind. Those calling Shola the new saviour of christ will be slagging him off again if he plays poorly tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MW Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I just find him funny. "O Shola" when he does something badly n finding it hilarious when he scores. Cudn't stop laughing against Reading Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
QBG Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I just find him funny. "O Shola" when he does something badly n finding it hilarious when he scores. Cudn't stop laughing against Reading This. Before we scored, I was shouting at him as per usual and saying he should be taken off after half time. Before you know it he's lining up to take the penalty and all I could do was laugh and say "he's not seriously gonna score a hat-rick!" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keefaz Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I defended him for about 4 years, but then it got too hard. Now, I'm not sure what to do. Most likely: he'll miss an open goal, his head'll drop, he'll fail to track back or balls something up, then crowd'll get on his back, then he'll score an OG. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The thing with this league is, Shola could be his typical shit self for 20+ games, and still walk away in May with 20 odd goals. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmymag Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I always thought Shola would do well in this division, just hoped he'd be in it without us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I know its not going to happen but it would be funny if Shola got called up for England ahead of Owen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Parka Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Return of the strike partnership. Shola and Carrol ftw. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Snrub Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Am I the only one that thinks Ameobi would do well in the Championship? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I know its not going to happen but it would be funny if Shola got called up for England ahead of Owen. hes got more of a chance then owen capello hates him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Superb goal tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Amen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Terrible first touch that...just like an elephant. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teasy Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Couldn't believe it when he controlled the ball in the middle of the pitch, chipped it past a player and then hit a 30 yard volley pass into the path of Carroll, fucking awesome! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzle Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Couldn't believe it when he controlled the ball in the middle of the pitch, chipped it past a player and then hit a 30 yard volley pass into the path of Carroll, f***ing awesome! In the past if someone like Robert did that there'd be an instant, huge cheer. With Shola tonight there seemed to be pause with everyone taking in what just happened then everyone cheered. It was mint though, shows what confidence does. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Motivation, determination and concentration have always been the three pitfalls of Shola's game for me. I'd add passion, but its not something I think he lacks, its just he doesnt show it all the time, even when its there. My biggest pet hate with Shola, isnt just his often lazy approach but his big goofy grin that he displays regardless of the score, more often when we are losing!. I cant understand why someone hasnt taken him aside and slapped him around a little or alot and told him to knuckle down. He needs to get angry and at least look like he wants it. The man could be a beast but always looks like he is giving 70%. He has enough tools to succeed when his brain is engaged. The one catalyst we do have here is the fans and the fact he is one of them. I think we will always be able to get a little bit more out of him, where he would fail at other clubs. He is on a confidence high right now, but we need to keep him pushed up there by supporting him. I think old habits die hard and he will never be the player he could be, like Carroll though he might be enough to get us back where we want to be, if we get there the three pitfalls will have to be gone otherwise he will be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Motivation, determination and concentration have always been the three pitfalls of Shola's game for me. I'd add passion, but its not something I think he lacks, its just he doesnt show it all the time, even when its there. My biggest pet hate with Shola, isnt just his often lazy approach but his big goofy grin that he displays regardless of the score, more often when we are losing!. I cant understand why someone hasnt taken him aside and slapped him around a little or alot and told him to knuckle down. He needs to get angry and at least look like he wants it. The man could be a beast but always looks like he is giving 70%. He has enough tools to succeed when his brain is engaged. The one catalyst we do have here is the fans and the fact he is one of them. I think we will always be able to get a little bit more out of him, where he would fail at other clubs. He is on a confidence high right now, but we need to keep him pushed up there by supporting him. I think old habits die hard and he will never be the player he could be, like Carroll though he might be enough to get us back where we want to be, if we get there the three pitfalls will have to be gone otherwise he will be. Shearer did that around 2003 I think Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Won us the game today, won us the game on saturday, blocked on the line in the first game & set up nolans pass to duff in the first. Hes near got us up to 3rd single handedly. He has his flaws, but the fans being behind him now will help enormously. Our second highest goalscorer in europe so hes clearly always had the ability in there, hopefully his confidence will stay high now. Looks like hes going to make a telling contribution to our season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Libertine Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 he has probably found his level. its that simple. he has never and will never be a premiership striker. a decent manager with a decent scouting network could replace him for peanuts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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