Cajun Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's using his left foot far more now and that's made him more unpredictable going forward. I strongly disagree it was his fault for that second goal, the whole point of having a 5 man midfield is because it's so versatile, the defensive midfielder should cover the full back when they bomb on. We can't expect the lad to attack and defend at the same time. Better organisation would protect the space he leaves open, which is something we need to work on still. Did you see him (barely) jogging back watching them break? It was about 50 minutes in, fair enough he should be covered when getting forward but as a defender he should have made a hell of a lot more effort than he did to get back! He was strolling literally watching it unfold in front of him. If he was 38 and it was the 87th minute of the game he would have an excuse but he is a very young lad, at the peak of his fitness and barely into the second half! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Definitely would give Haidara a few games there now - still not totally convinced about Santon. We could have paid big-time for his weaknesses today. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stottie Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's had a bad few weeks defensively, but maybe he'll be able to pick his moments more going forward if the team can settle into a shape with HBA. Citeh in particular have their fullbacks bombing on all the time, but their midfield is usually DM heavy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 They also run back to defend. He was out of position and didn't really attempt to get back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benwell Lad Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 His first touch is sublime. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Three assists in his last three league games. Not bad considering how shit I keep reading he's been lately. This. Can't believe the shite I read about Santon here, he was great yesterday. People can fuck off with this "caught out of position" bollocks as well, if you want attacking full backs, they won't always be back there to defend, you simply can't have it both ways. Yes, he should have worked harder to get back for their second, but Gouffran was the closest player to Lallana and he covered for Santon there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotus Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Three assists in his last three league games. Not bad considering how s*** I keep reading he's been lately. You have to say, his side of the back 4 has seemed a little vunerable lately. Especially when he's not there when the ball's pinged in. As others have said, it's all good him going forward, especially if it results in assists but then, as a team, we have to cover the hole he leaves. That or he gets back into position or considers his defensive duties paramount at all times. Just some plan or system has to be implemented if our FBs move into attacking positions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 He's a defender. His work for the 4th was great but it only par'd for his AWOL activity for their second. Look at the best fullbacks, Ashley Cole, Evra on this season's form. Solid defensively first, then they attack. I like my defenders to defend first. I'd take cleansheets every time over defenders scoring/assisting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Thank fuck Alan Pardew don't agree with you then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I bet he does. Modern fullbacks need a full developed game. Debuchy is a great example. Bombs forward, great little player but rarely caught out of position defensively. Santon needs to learn that aspect of the game or show some desire to get back into his position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPL Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Was today the first minutes he missed all season when he got subbed? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyPalAl Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Did anyone see him push Pardew when he was subbed? I didn't but heard someone say that's what happened. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Was this someone a mackem? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashley17 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 That's tripe, they shook hands and he sat down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Was this someone a mackem? Steve Harper told him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 He went down as if to tie his laces then punched Pardew in the cock. The clear ill feeling in the camp will surely get us relegated. Always us Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 He took a SPAS-12 into the changing rooms after the match and just fucking mowed everyone down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Icke - Son of God Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Did anyone see him push Pardew when he was subbed? I didn't but heard someone say that's what happened. I watched him walk off and he didn't like, at least not from where I sit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Icke - Son of God Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 He took a SPAS-12 into the changing rooms after the match and just fucking mowed everyone down. Getting his own back after nearly being brained with a pizza box during the battle of Old Trafford. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 I always watch the subs cos if they go down the tunnel it usually means injury. Santon shook hands and sat down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bimpy474 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 I always watch the subs cos if they go down the tunnel it usually means injury. Santon shook hands and sat down. Trevor Francis reckoned he walk off down the tunnel on the commentary, probably still suffering from his stroke like. He certainly didn't like us today Francis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 I always watch the subs cos if they go down the tunnel it usually means injury. Santon shook hands and sat down. Something happened, I missed it and just noticed that Santon was acting strange when going off and looking towards Pardew after he was between him and the dugout. I thought that Santon has said something but can't be sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyPalAl Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Was this someone a mackem? Steve Harper told him. that didn't register at first! Haha nice one Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Santon's an enigma. He's a good footballer and carries the ball well, but he's not really effective at either end of the pitch as he could be. He's too predictable when attacking as he always cuts inside, and then there are moments defensively where he just switches off. None of this would matter so much if he had a decent winger in front of him or no competition from Haidara, who looks hard as nails. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Santon's an enigma. He's a good footballer and carries the ball well, but he's not really effective at either end of the pitch as he could be. He's too predictable when attacking as he always cuts inside, and then there are moments defensively where he just switches off. None of this would matter so much if he had a decent winger in front of him or no competition from Haidara, who looks hard as nails. Agree with this - Santon is not a good defender and whilst he looks good going forward, his constant need to keep trying to cross with his right foot, or cutting inside makes him predictable for defenders. I thought we looked a more balanced side - and more effective - when he was replaced by Haidara in the second half. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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