The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's good enough, it's more about form and fitness. A few years ago Toure and Valencia looked strong physically. Muscular. Now both look a bit too top heavy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I would like him to drop a few pounds but I guess that will come as he spends longer fit. Delicate balancing act with our CBs at the moment, because Mapou is clearly the best but we need to keep Taylor on board and in shape in case Colo leaves. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Brazilianbob Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 done for the first goal, not close enough and following the player too much. I don't entirely blame him, watching the replay he was caught between 2 players as Scheiderlin ran into the box late on, personally I put half of the blame on midfield failing to pick up the runner. Agreed. It was Tiote who failed to stay with Scheiderlin when he ran into the box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc4eva Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's good enough, it's more about form and fitness. A few years ago Toure and Valencia looked strong physically. Muscular. Now both look a bit too top heavy. Aye Taylor does look quite Top heavy himself, wonder if it restricts his agility somewhat Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I've added some bulk myself. My lifts at the gym have come a long way. I know i've lost a bit of agility, will look to do some yoga very soon as a result. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I don't think Taylor has added lean muscle deliberately though, he just looks overweight. He's a big bloke anyway, guess it's a challenge to get in the right shape for football. I'm a similar height and build to him (square basically), and I've never reached the level of muscle that would restrict agility. Gym training just improves my football no end. I doubt excess strength training is his problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Taylor's a good defender, but simply a level below both Colo and Mbiwa. The latter is the best defender at the club IMO and will be regarded as one of the best, if not the best, central defender in the league by this time next year. Sensational footballer, it's unbelievable we got him and I believe he's our strongest signing of the window. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I don't think Taylor has added lean muscle deliberately though, he just looks overweight. He's a big bloke anyway, guess it's a challenge to get in the right shape for football. I'm a similar height and build to him (square basically), and I've never reached the level of muscle that would restrict agility. Gym training just improves my football no end. I doubt excess strength training is his problem. IMO once your chest gets to a certain size, you lose some range of movement. Same thing with lats on your back. Get in the way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I don't think Taylor has added lean muscle deliberately though, he just looks overweight. He's a big bloke anyway, guess it's a challenge to get in the right shape for football. I'm a similar height and build to him (square basically), and I've never reached the level of muscle that would restrict agility. Gym training just improves my football no end. I doubt excess strength training is his problem. that was always the call with nolan aswell, till he was pictured with no top on and you couild see he wasn't. it was the way he carries himself that makes it look that way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest expat in the pool Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Mbiwa to Taylor ; "You're a big man, but you're in bad shape. With me it's a full time job. Now behave yourself." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's good enough, it's more about form and fitness. A few years ago Toure and Valencia looked strong physically. Muscular. Now both look a bit too top heavy. Aye Taylor does look quite Top heavy himself, wonder if it restricts his agility somewhat He's always struggled with agility and balance even when he was quite slender. My only issue with his weight is that it's leads to injuries. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Not seen him live for a while. I forgot how well he attacks the ball in the air. Won a lot against Lambert and really throws himself at set pieces in both boxes. Bit slow to react on the first, but it was a runner from midfield and I don't really blame him for the second. Just a quality ball after Tiote and Santon let Lallana waltz in down our left and a quality run and finish from Lambert. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Just want him to head a goal from a corner this season. Not much chance I know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Just want him to head a goal from a corner this season. Not much chance I know. I'm actually fairly confident this is the only way we'll score from a corner. It will happen eventually and his celebration will be mental. Can't wait. Really hope it's in the derby. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Just want him to head a goal from a corner this season. Not much chance I know. I'm actually fairly confident this is the only way we'll score from a corner. It will happen eventually and his celebration will be mental. Can't wait. Really hope it's in the derby. Same, infinitely more confident of us scoring from corners with Taylor in there, he's probably only scored about 2 goals from corners in his whole career but I just feel he adds much more of a threat Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cp40 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 we should just pass back to our keeper from corners- we are more of a threat from keepers kicking it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I would prefer to see him doing more defending one on one against his direct opponent, rather than dropping back and trying to block shots in front of the keeper. It looks heroic, but I think forwards must love it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 That celebration :lol: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Shouting in Begovic's face there when the free-kick went in. Bloke's off his head. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Craig-NUFC Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Proper cunt like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Legend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest palnese Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Such a character Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JS Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 :saylor: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest loven Mag 11 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Little bit of that on derby day will go down a treat. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Been our best defender by far this season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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