AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Three pages! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 How far did the Vieira one get? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stal Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 How far did the Vieira one get? 44 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Waiting for the facts before commenting. I see what you did there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sugoinufc Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Sweet baby jesus....no words can describe how much i wants this! Also thinks that we need him or someone like Mourinho to helps avoid the drop. Moyes or Rodgers can't fix us short term! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I feel like this is a joke that's gone too far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themanupstairs Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? His record speaks for itself, so hopefully he'll have enough respect in the dressing room to get the players to buck up their ideas. That's what I'm hoping for tbh. If it happens of course, which it won't Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Five o Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? I think he sets up for quite dull football, but that is light years better than the shit we get served now. At least its a plan behind it. He takes shit from no one, so he might kick the players into gear. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-more Mag Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I'm not sure there's anyone who could get this group of charlatans working well enough to make the difference we need in the limited time we have. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? No - I totally agree. My gut instinct is that it'll be a disaster of an appointment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Well I mean, he'd be by a distance the best manager we've had in over a decade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Well I mean, he'd be by a distance the best manager we've had in over a decade. Not disputing that. It's the timing and the general fit given the shitfest above him and shitfest below him in terms of playing staff. I'd say we're still nailed on to go down even with him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foluwashola Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 It might not work out but by our standards he's a brilliant manager. It's unarguable really. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? I think he sets up for quite dull football, but that is light years better than the shit we get served now. At least its a plan behind it. He takes shit from no one, so he might kick the players into gear. Pretty much this. His line ups have been quite defensive IMO, but it's a good model for winning cups. Titles not so much but I don't think we need to concern ourselves there. Also, his is a prickly character as you say, I can't see him taking much shit from his players if he wouldn't take it from Mourinho. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I think the players would play for Benitez, as shit as McClaren is he's not helped by them turning up when they feel like it. It would be a massive sign to them that the club actually want to do something. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawK Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 At least I didn't start the thread, I've got a 100% record of threads started then not happening Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Oh and I should add, there's two ways to set up defensively, one is to sit back and hit teams on the break with lightning fast passing. The other is the Pardew/McClaren way of putting everyone in your own half then hoofing it somewhere in the direction of the centre forward. Benitez is the former so that's at least something. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? I always say that a manager should be judged by his league record because anyone can win a cup with the right draw and a couple of good performances. Benitez has proved himself extremely adept at getting to finals and winning trophies with his conservative style but less convinced by him over a league season. As for whether he can make a difference here within ten games, God knows. I don't think any manager can long term while Ashley remains. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I also think he'd be incredibly stupid to take the job, even for ten games. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magpie Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? Just to remind you our last three managers have been Padrew, Carver and McClaren. He's a fucking massive improvement! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teasy Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 He would make an immediate difference simply by drilling a routine into the players that would at least make them organised. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beren Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? I always say that a manager should be judged by his league record because anyone can win a cup with the right draw and a couple of good performances. Benitez has proved himself extremely adept at getting to finals and winning trophies with his conservative style but less convinced by him over a league season. As for whether he can make a difference here within ten games, God knows. I don't think any manager can long term while Ashley remains. The key attribute in a manager, for a team that requires turning around in 10 games, is to be a good man-motivator IMO. There's more than enough talent in the squad to survive in this league of dross. Just need a manager who can make a decent core of players believe that they should back their talent with the attitude that it's not okay to be losers and have no professional pride. Quite difficult when that's the whole culture of the club though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? Just to remind you our last three managers have been Padrew, Carver and McClaren. He's a fucking massive improvement! I'm not disputing that, I just don't think he's as good as some are making out. His record really isn't as great as you would think and the football that his teams play is awful. I'm not saying I wouldn't take him obviously, that would be looking a gift horse in the mouth to the enth degree, but I don't think he's the character to bring a team low on confidence out of a relegation battle. His teams rely upon a solid defense for a start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Am I the only one that doesn't rate him or think that he's the sort of character to make a enough of an immediate difference? I always say that a manager should be judged by his league record because anyone can win a cup with the right draw and a couple of good performances. Benitez has proved himself extremely adept at getting to finals and winning trophies with his conservative style but less convinced by him over a league season. As for whether he can make a difference here within ten games, God knows. I don't think any manager can long term while Ashley remains. Agree on cups if it's a one-off. Roberto Martinez might be an example of that. However, when you make a habit of winning cup competitions surely it's more than a bit of luck. In a sense, our 10 games are a knockout competition. He might be perfect. And, if not, is clearly our best option. Which is why it's not going to happen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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