The Prophet Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I thought he had good positional sense, movement, strength, pace as well as running the channels well. His end product was pretty dire though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 By no means the finished article, but I'd like to think we're not placing the goal scoring burden squarely on his shoulders. The midfield this year certainly need to be weighing in with their fair share of goals too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 To be fair to him he had no support. Lets see how he fairs with De Jong in the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Mags Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Think he was like a rabbit in the headlights today, simply too keen and made some rash decisions, under the pressure of the occasion. That said, very strong physically, quick and I reckon he's going to be better than some think. With some decent service and others around him, he can do a job for us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Think he was like a rabbit in the headlights today, simply too keen and made some rash decisions, under the pressure of the occasion. That said, very strong physically, quick and I reckon he's going to be better than some think. With some decent service and others around him, he can do a job for us. That said we defo need someone more proven. i.e. Remy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Mags Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Agreed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtype Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 He's fast and strong and doesn't look like a complete headless chicken. Kompany had him in his back pocket today, but he will do well against less classy defenders. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Suprised to see so many saying how strong he is. Thought he got muscled out of it a lot today albeit few defenders are as big as Kompany and wily as Demichelis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Suprised to see so many saying how strong he is. Thought he got muscled out of it a lot today albeit few defenders are as big as Kompany and wily as Demichelis. Didn't bowl anyone over, but he's a scrapper and came away with a few balls he probably shouldn't have. Gave a good account of himself in that regard. His finishing though... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsley Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Suprised to see so many saying how strong he is. Thought he got muscled out of it a lot today albeit few defenders are as big as Kompany and wily as Demichelis. There was a moment in the first half when he rolled Kompany and got to the by-line. Completely fucked the cross up like, but he'll be a real handful for some of the defenders in the PL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest axel Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 That one shot that went to throw in man What was he thinking? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 That one shot that went to throw in man What was he thinking? Still not sure if that was a shot or a cross for Clark Kent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themanupstairs Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I love the type of striker that he could develop into. His movement was very good, and he showed a few lovely turns. He is deceptively strong, and it was great to see Kompany fall flat on his arse a few times coming into contact with him. A bit of composure in front of goal, and we could be onto something decent here. Basically Leon Best MKII, and could be much much much better if he kicks on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samag Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Looks an improvement on Shola. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He only snatched at the one shot from way out because he had no support and a shot was his only option, then that one he flashed across goal a bit randomly. A bit early to draw any conclusions about his composure in front of goal IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shays Given Tim Flowers Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Will become something of a pariah in due course. Holding the ball up for no one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 In theory we won't always be as conservative as we are against Man City. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbelievable Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I liked what I saw (composure in front of goal aside), but I do wonder if he's the type of striker you want to be relying on as the lone forward. He looks like somebody who could work well alongside a target man, or as an impact sub with his pace and strength. Here's hoping Chucky is more the type (and required quality) to lead the line. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shays Given Tim Flowers Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Supporting runners from midfield has hardly been a recurring theme of the past few seasons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 First game in a new league, so I think his performance was encouraging. Many have looked far worse first time around that's for sure. Can I also just say, that I really appreciated the fact that he managed to make forward runs and stay onside. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Gonna give him time before i say this and that. Looked pacey and strong though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He reminds me quite a bit of Costa actually minus the goal threat. Technically not the greatest, strong, quick, aggressive and moves well. Shame about the seemingly lack of goalscoring. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Ba was helped no end by partnering with Best btw. Riviere will need legitimate support in weeks to come, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He was trying too hard yesterday and it showed. Very promising I thought though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He reminds me quite a bit of Costa actually minus the goal threat. Technically not the greatest, strong, quick, aggressive and moves well. Shame about the seemingly lack of goalscoring. Actually agree. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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