Mole_Toonfan Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Quite an audible laugh let out then, I love him already tbh. Getting far too ahead of myself as well but I think he will be class for us. Tbf before he played I said I reckon he will be a lot better than expected so I have always had over the top expectations. Tbf i was skeptical but he's exactly what we need, massively missed a bit of movement and such a selfless runner too. Cisse will love him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Imagine him and Ben Arfa either side of Cisse!? I was a little worried when reading he is strictly a forward or a right sided forward but in this game he was left, right, up, down, X, Triangle and Square. Used both feet effectively, was quick and intelligent. Basically I don't rate him and am certain he will fail. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VanBarduck Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Imagine him and Ben Arfa either side of Cisse!? I was a little worried when reading he is strictly a forward or a right sided forward but in this game he was left, right, up, down, X, Triangle and Square. Used both feet effectively, was quick and intelligent. Basically I don't rate him and am certain he will fail. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 "It was a fantastic game for us," Gouffran told nufc.co.uk in an exclusive interview. "The manager really prepared us well in understanding the importance of this game. "We knew it was going to be a battle but we all wanted to come away from here with a victory and that's what we did. We battled hard for it and deserved the three points. "We made a great start. To go two-up before half-time we felt pretty comfortable. "However, we knew that in English football you can never relax because the team who is behind doesn't give in. "Aston Villa pulled one back but we defended well and worked really hard for the result. This was a great lesson for us." And Gouffran had a final word about the 2,500-plus away following which travelled to Villa Park and sung their hearts out throughout a memorable victory. "They were magnificent, absolutely superb," said the forward. "You just don't get that sort of support in France. It really helped us and was amazing to see. I hope they are like that every week!" http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20130129/gouffrans-debut-delight_2281670_3058129 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Mags Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 "It was a fantastic game for us," Gouffran told nufc.co.uk in an exclusive interview. "The manager really prepared us well in understanding the importance of this game. "We knew it was going to be a battle but we all wanted to come away from here with a victory and that's what we did. We battled hard for it and deserved the three points. "We made a great start. To go two-up before half-time we felt pretty comfortable. "However, we knew that in English football you can never relax because the team who is behind doesn't give in. "Aston Villa pulled one back but we defended well and worked really hard for the result. This was a great lesson for us." And Gouffran had a final word about the 2,500-plus away following which travelled to Villa Park and sung their hearts out throughout a memorable victory. "They were magnificent, absolutely superb," said the forward. "You just don't get that sort of support in France. It really helped us and was amazing to see. I hope they are like that every week!" http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20130129/gouffrans-debut-delight_2281670_3058129 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Positive debut from Gouffran. Made a lot of runs and never shyed away from the ball. More of the same soon please! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 "It was a fantastic game for us," Gouffran told nufc.co.uk in an exclusive interview. "The manager really prepared us well in understanding the importance of this game. "We knew it was going to be a battle but we all wanted to come away from here with a victory and that's what we did. We battled hard for it and deserved the three points. "We made a great start. To go two-up before half-time we felt pretty comfortable. "However, we knew that in English football you can never relax because the team who is behind doesn't give in. "Aston Villa pulled one back but we defended well and worked really hard for the result. This was a great lesson for us." And Gouffran had a final word about the 2,500-plus away following which travelled to Villa Park and sung their hearts out throughout a memorable victory. "They were magnificent, absolutely superb," said the forward. "You just don't get that sort of support in France. It really helped us and was amazing to see. I hope they are like that every week!" http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20130129/gouffrans-debut-delight_2281670_3058129 Pardewisms! And so the deconstruction of flair and technical play begins ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 His key asset i think is playing on the shoulder and using his pace to latch on to through balls. We most likely won't see that too often if he continues in the role he played today but he is far more comfortable in that position than any of our other strikers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 He'll be far more effective when our other wide forward isn't a bit crap. I think we'll strike a nice balance with it really, Cisse and Gouffran will move around and keep defenders busy, while Hatem and co. pick them out. There's more to come from this one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Cult hero in the making I reckon Yep. He's basically Obertan but with talent and a brain Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 can see him becoming a higher calibre sibierski. many underwhelmed at his signing but end up really liking and more importantly, respecting him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I only saw the first half but I thought he was top notch, tidy and effective. That spin on the left followed by the cross was quality. Looking forward to seeing more of this guy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Seems to be a competent player, but other than his hold-up play, work ethic & footballing brain, Obertan beats him in all aspects of the game. Although he hasn´t played a whole match for us yet, it proves for now at least that you can have all the talent in the world, and still not be good enough for the top level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Obertan isn't really better at anything though. I'm basing this on like the 3 times I've seen Gouffran by the way, but he seems basically better at everything. Except maybe a little bit slower. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 can see him becoming a higher calibre sibierski. many underwhelmed at his signing but end up really liking and more importantly, respecting him. Can't remember anyone being underwhelmed with this signing tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Seems to be a competent player, but other than his hold-up play, work ethic & footballing brain, Obertan beats him in all aspects of the game. Although he hasn´t played a whole match for us yet, it proves for now at least that you can have all the talent in the world, and still not be good enough for the top level. Your piss taking attempts are not going to be appreciated mate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 It was ment as a compliment to him Obertan is quicker, has a better first touch, better passing, better dribbler when he is turned on. Most often though he just doesn´t know how and when to use what - as Gouffran clearly does although Obertan is capable of doing everything Gouffran can better. IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tachikoma Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Better passing and first touch <_< Haven't seen any of those qualities from Obertan yet, but ok. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 It was ment as a compliment to him Obertan is quicker, has a better first touch, better passing, better dribbler when he is turned on. Most often though he just doesn´t know how and when to use what - as Gouffran clearly does although Obertan is capable of doing everything Gouffran can better. IMO. Had a few mate? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spudil Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Looks useful Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Nah, point stands. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 It was ment as a compliment to him Obertan is quicker, has a better first touch, better passing, better dribbler when he is turned on. Most often though he just doesn´t know how and when to use what - as Gouffran clearly does although Obertan is capable of doing everything Gouffran can better. IMO. This still comes up, I thought it had been dispelled a good year ago? The whole 'Obertan has lots of talent but doesn't have the intelligence to utilise it' thing. Obertan really isn't very talented. His touch is average and his 'dribbling' is just kicking and chasing after the ball. The the fact he's got no tactical discipline, shys away from challenges and has very little intelligence when in possession is just an extension of his limitations - not the factor that holds back all his locked potential. Would probably do alright for a Championship side as he proved against poorer opposition in the Europa League, but that's about his level in all attributes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I only saw the first half but I thought he was top notch, tidy and effective. That spin on the left followed by the cross was quality. Looking forward to seeing more of this guy. That cross was with his left foot too i.e. his weaker one. Tasty. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiGeordie Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 He is better than both Oberton and Marvoux. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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