Ronaldo Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 We're talking about players like Gerrard and Carragher at the club where he had his greatest success, though. Not the mostly utterly shit level of English players who get into our side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 We're talking about players like Gerrard and Carragher at the club where he had his greatest success, though. Not the mostly utterly shit level of English players who get into our side. Aye but even those two are shining examples of pigshit thick wankers who are only able to kick a ball. Can see how Rafa would not mollycoddle people like that personally. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 You think he'd consciously choose to be less supportive towards players who aren't very bright? He started Steven Taylor 4 times in 10 games over better alternatives. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 I think the English players just found it difficult to deal with his level of detail and demand, as they weren't accustomed to it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leazes1986 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 You think he'd consciously choose to be less supportive towards players who aren't very bright? He started Steven Taylor 4 times in 10 games over better alternatives. I've noticed Rafa mentions the word experience an awful lot since he has took over. This was probably why he picked Taylor at first, then he realised there was no hope with him. He seems to value experience a hell of a lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 You think he'd consciously choose to be less supportive towards players who aren't very bright? He started Steven Taylor 4 times in 10 games over better alternatives. Focusing on the less meaningful words there. Carragher especially is a prissy wanker, Petulant. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Nah, Carragher's OK. The only pundit to defend the protests against Ashley. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Our keepers have all had pretty poor distribution since Mike Hooper. So yeah, over 20 years. And he was all around poor. Bar the beaut of that Klinsmann penalty save. Very good kicker of the ball though. A bit off topic here, but can anyone link me to a youtube video or something which illustrates what good distribution (not wordly goal kicks that happenes 1 out of 1 000 000 000 000 times) for a keeper is? I´ve never seen what was/is so bad about Givens, Harpers or Kruls distribution. Surely as long as the ball isn´t passed short or thrown out, the goal kick "quality" doesn´t mean shit as outfield players from both teams will have ample time to position and contend for the ball anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Nah, Carragher's OK. The only pundit to defend the protests against Ashley. In that case, he's gone up a point/or down in my wanker league table. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatwax Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Our keepers have all had pretty poor distribution since Mike Hooper. So yeah, over 20 years. And he was all around poor. Bar the beaut of that Klinsmann penalty save. Very good kicker of the ball though. A bit off topic here, but can anyone link me to a youtube video or something which illustrates what good distribution (not wordly goal kicks that happenes 1 out of 1 000 000 000 000 times) for a keeper is? I´ve never seen what was/is so bad about Givens, Harpers or Kruls distribution. Surely as long as the ball isn´t passed short or thrown out, the goal kick "quality" doesn´t mean s*** as outfield players from both teams will have ample time to position and contend for the ball anyway. Harper wasn't too bad with his, but he went through a stage of kicking it where he looking like he'd been kicked in the stomach each time. It was bizarre. Krul has always had bad distribution... A clue is how many go out of play or no where near our outlets. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Our keepers have all had pretty poor distribution since Mike Hooper. So yeah, over 20 years. And he was all around poor. Bar the beaut of that Klinsmann penalty save. Very good kicker of the ball though. A bit off topic here, but can anyone link me to a youtube video or something which illustrates what good distribution (not wordly goal kicks that happenes 1 out of 1 000 000 000 000 times) for a keeper is? I´ve never seen what was/is so bad about Givens, Harpers or Kruls distribution. Surely as long as the ball isn´t passed short or thrown out, the goal kick "quality" doesn´t mean s*** as outfield players from both teams will have ample time to position and contend for the ball anyway. Harper wasn't too bad with his, but he went through a stage of kicking it where he looking like he'd been kicked in the stomach each time. It was bizarre. Krul has always had bad distribution... A clue is how many go out of play or no where near our outlets. Or how many he slices and so immediately puts pressure on the side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatwax Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Our keepers have all had pretty poor distribution since Mike Hooper. So yeah, over 20 years. And he was all around poor. Bar the beaut of that Klinsmann penalty save. Very good kicker of the ball though. A bit off topic here, but can anyone link me to a youtube video or something which illustrates what good distribution (not wordly goal kicks that happenes 1 out of 1 000 000 000 000 times) for a keeper is? I´ve never seen what was/is so bad about Givens, Harpers or Kruls distribution. Surely as long as the ball isn´t passed short or thrown out, the goal kick "quality" doesn´t mean s*** as outfield players from both teams will have ample time to position and contend for the ball anyway. Harper wasn't too bad with his, but he went through a stage of kicking it where he looking like he'd been kicked in the stomach each time. It was bizarre. Krul has always had bad distribution... A clue is how many go out of play or no where near our outlets. Or how many he slices and so immediately puts pressure on the side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliottman Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Article in the chron with him saying he agrees with the fans that we need more attacking players, hope to get deals done etc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
number9shirt Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Rafa has always played a conservative brand of football often preferring results over performance, the champions league semi-final tie against Chelsea being the perfect example. In Rafa we trust. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 You can see improvements each week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Thought he'd give us the edge over Brighton at home Hard not to be positive about everything about the club at the minute, imo. 4 consecutive competitive victories, new signings making an impact, team improving, and (whether you rate new signings or not) the club can't be accused of not backing the manager. Well done lads. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Proper love his cheeky smile after answering every question. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Post match available to watch anywhere? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakka Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Just love how this guy fixes things. We are going to get better and better too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemtizz Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Post match available to watch anywhere? http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/football/10555200/benitez-pleased-with-performance Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Post match available to watch anywhere? http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/football/10555200/benitez-pleased-with-performance Thanks man He's mint. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinho lad Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Gone by Christmas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Class. Just knows how to see a game out. Also the substitutions just all make sense. Anita's played every game, match is wrapped up, give Gamez his first Championship appearance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 4 wins on the bounce Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shays Given Tim Flowers Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 We've gone from being one of the most brittle teams in the country to something beginning to approach consummate professionalism in a short space of time. All credit to Rafa. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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