Lenny Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Think he'll get 30 minutes on Saturday and then play the full game Vs Blackburn. After that he should start instead of Obertan. That's the way I see it to be honest. I think Santon and Ben Arfa are more likely to come in next game, and I think Pardew would be reluctant to make too many changes to a so far winning formula. I actually (surprisingly) have faith in how Pardew is approaching things and am pretty certain we'll eventually see our strongest line-up. He's showing good man management by keeping faith in those that are currently performing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tisd09 Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 I think in the past we may have rushed to give him some playing time but our good start have enabled us to bide our time with him. Hopefully he'll get some playing time on Saturday against Wigan, a start in the cup against Blackburn then he should be ready for a start, unless Obertan's form picks up? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Putting hi in for Obertan is a no-brainer to me. Obertan has been underpar Jonas has been mint Marveaux has been in good form, and on the right. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 This is what John Carver said today: “We saw a glimpse this week of how much he’s improved condition-wise,” “That was a major factor when he came in. He’d had issues, and wasn’t up to speed.” “He’s worked extremely hard, and I mean extremely hard.” ” It’s been difficult for him, as he’s not been in the team.” “He’s not used that as an excuse. He’s rolled his sleeves up. He went to Bolton, and I thought he was superb.” “For me, he could do a job on either side. He’s got his mind focused on training, and he’s waiting for his opportunity.” “That’s what’s putting pressure on the two wide guys at the moment.” Carver's words are encouraging especially the bit I've put in bold. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 Good to hear that from Carver. Excited to see more of Marveaux, he looks quality from what I've seen. No idea where he'll play, but I guess injury or suspension will resolve it soon enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlacknWhiteArmy Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Got to be starting now surely? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PENKAAA Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Got to be starting now surely? Definitely. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ishmael Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 that lay-off was perfection Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 We actually looked threatening when he came on for Obertan. Must start now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest axel Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Got to be starting now surely? Definitely. Which means he won't. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlacknWhiteArmy Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 I fear Obertan may start against Stoke due to his ability to leap. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4 Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 that lay-off was perfection Simple game. Obertan would have probably tried to get about 10 more touches of the ball until time itself stopped. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormy Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Praying Obertan gets shunted to the League Cup team and Marv comes on for 20 or so minutes if needed, before starting at Stoke. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 What more can the lad possibly do. Hasnt he pretty much had assists in every single game hes played for us so far? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 I believe we should play a full strength side in the League Cup as we could really do damage in that tournament and may actually win it. But yeah, Marveaux over Obertan all day and tomorrow. To me, he has looked better than Ben Arfa this season as his game is simpler. Unlike Obertan he has a brain and looks up. I'm not sure he's super quick but his ball control is excellent so he mixes it up, jinx in and out where as Obertan is so one dimensional it's scary. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Hopefully he should get a start against Blackburn, Obertan needs a kick up the arse, he has ridden the confidence excuse despite being first choice for far too long now. Will lose as bit of pace with Marveaux but I'm confident we will see him take chances going forward and actually looking to create something, rather than play hot potato with the ball and lay it back to someone behind as soon as he gets the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest schmuck Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Marveaux should play right, Santon should play behind him to exploit the space he leaves when he drifts in. Our best option right now, hope AP gives it a go at Blackburn for 45 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revolution Number 9 Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Really want him to start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beren Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Putting hi in for Obertan is a no-brainer to me. Obertan has been underpar Jonas has been mint Marveaux has been in good form, and on the right. You'd think so, right? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Apart from his quality on the ball, his workrate looks very decent in what we've seen of him. Can only see him being a plus for the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 There was one moment in the right hand corner at the end of the game today when his touch to bring the ball down from the air was top class. I'd like to see him and Jonas interchange though, simply to give us more width. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Absolutely Tooj, came in here to mention that. The main thing that i can extract from his performances so far, is that his touch is sublime. The control off the chest, and the assist to Cabaye that followed really was top drawer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 I like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 Absolutely criminal if Obertan starts ahead of him again, Froggy was onto something when he told us he was shite like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 MUST start ahead of Obertan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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