Shak Posted March 1, 2017 Share Posted March 1, 2017 The real hero was Atsu IMO, completely faked everyone out with an incredibly convincing preparation to shoot and then squared it to Murphy. Made the goal IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Won an unhealthy amount of ball from tackles and interceptions tonight. Well done la'. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2 Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Hey had a very good first half. Bit shit on the ball. Did fine second half, but was clearly knackered. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 He's been working really really hard lately, making a big difference to the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimburst Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 So many tackles and interceptions! Shame he loses the ball shotloads with awful passing though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 He's a bit like Sissoko at times running with the ball and losing it but he's much more involved that Sissoko ever was and he doesn't hide from the ball and never gives up, I like him a lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 So many tackles and interceptions! Shame he loses the ball shotloads with awful passing though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 He did well in the games leading up to the African Nations but I thought he was terrible on Saturday and he's been pretty poor in nearly every game since he came back from Africa. He's very frustrating. In other news, he's retired from internationals so won't be traveling to Africa again for matches Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ElCid Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Apart from the odd game he has not been very good full stop and especially in the number 10 role. Would like to see him given a go in the midfield role to replace the knacker pretending to be a professional footballer at least until Hayden comes back but that's not going to happen. He is not a number 10 though and never will be in a month of Sundays. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 He's a weird player. Some of the stuff he tries is really inventive and you can see why Rafa would want that with him playing off a striker, but at other times he just turns right into the opposition and loses the ball far too easily. I've not seen him much in midfield, but it's difficult to believe he wouldn't be better suited to that role with his build and athleticism. Surely he could replace a shuffling windbag like Colback? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 My patience has run out with him tbh, unless he plays deeper. Perez can do better at this point, and seems more in form and sharper. At least Perez can control and pass a ball more consistently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
St1pe Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 I think Diame sort of epitomises most of our squad players: none of them have really stood up and really pushed to make a name for themselves here. A lot of players have had the chance after good cameos but then failed to really make a difference when a run of first team games has come around. I've also got a weird Santon/Haidara type situation going with Perez and Diame in that whoever is playing I seem to prefer the other. I really hope one of them steps up in the last 10 games. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
magorific Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Frustrating as f*** to see him repeatedly played too far forward. Hull fans I know can't believe we're playing him there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aiston Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 He's been shit for the vast majority of the season, offers less than Sissoko did. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiotes Witch Doctor Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 Nothing short of awful for 75% of the games hes been involved in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallsendmag Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 He looked an absolute beast that time he dropped back into central midfield. Would happily see him played there instead of Colback for these next 2 home games with Murphy partnering Gayle up top. Not happening like but i'd love to see Rafa try it. He's a waste of a shirt playing just off the striker. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 I still like him tbh. I'd have him in ahead of Perez 9 times out of 10 if Rafa's going to insist on not having him play in the deeper role alongside Shelvey. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanji Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Looks gassed as fuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Looks gassed as fuck Man was gassed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 He's only started about 7 games in the last 2 and a half months so you'd hope he wouldn't be that knackered Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 His legs have just gone. It's a shame because I like him and I still want to see him starting more games than not but he's just never physically there for 90 minutes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkhead Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 How can you say his legs have gone ffs? It's the only part of his game that is an actual asset to our squad - his physicality and pace.. He charges around like a mad man most of the time. Obviously lacks composure and creativity on the ball but in terms of work rate and fitness, he's on par with Ritchie and Gayle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiotes Witch Doctor Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 His first touch makes me want to throw myself off a cliff. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 How can you say his legs have gone ffs? It's the only part of his game that is an actual asset to our squad - his physicality and pace.. He charges around like a mad man most of the time. Obviously lacks composure and creativity on the ball but in terms of work rate and fitness, he's on par with Ritchie and Gayle. I find it very difficult to imagine you've seen him play much this season. That is king-sized tripe. Physically he unfortunately just isn't the same player he was at West Ham. Not even close. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leazes_End_Mag Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 His first touch makes me want to throw myself off a cliff. I wish you would. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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