simonsays Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 2 minutes ago, Miercoles said: Just want to point out that was a beautiful through ball for Willock's goal as well. Lots of people saying this guy can't pass, and he's not as accurate as some maybe but he also has a couple gorgeous assists already this season. Was a great pass, but it wasnt made by Longstaff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Linton Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Great again today. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 1 hour ago, Miercoles said: Just want to point out that was a beautiful through ball for Willock's goal as well. Lots of people saying this guy can't pass, and he's not as accurate as some maybe but he also has a couple gorgeous assists already this season. I actually think if he gets a bit of time and space he can deliver really nice passes, he’s got good vision and chips the ball well. I’m not as convinced by his long range passing and when he’s under a lot of pressure but it’s really good to see him playing better and better every week. His effort is exceptional and he’s proven he can be a part of this squad for a long time to come Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliottman Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 1 hour ago, simonsays said: Was a great pass, but it wasnt made by Longstaff Thought I was going mad … Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 His biggest failing is how much time he needs on the ball in critical positions of the pitch; he can both put us in the shit and short of numbers if he gets caught by an opposition press, and also miss opportunities at the attacking end. He does seem to be doing it less often in recent games though, however I'm still not sure he's mentally quick enough to eradicate it completely and feel he'll cost us over the longer run. If he can overcome it though then he'll probably be on the journey with us for a fair bit longer than you'd expect. Goes without saying that his work rate and discipline with our press is invaluable right now, though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 He was excellent again today. Looked gassed later on but he’s contributing to some great passages of play and really gets about the pitch well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 I thought he was excellent again today, our best player in the first half and although he faded a little second half, other stepped up to the mark by then. Whatever people think about him he's an important part of what is an incredibly well functioning side at the minute. Long may he continue to play this well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miercoles Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, simonsays said: Was a great pass, but it wasnt made by Longstaff Ahhh, fuck. Edited November 6, 2022 by Miercoles Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Some really nice defensive work as always, that chance he had would have been buried by Wilson and maybe a few others in the squad but hopefully he can start contributing more in the final third Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Looked like he was asking the ref which one of his tackles he was getting booked for, then quickly agreeing, oh yeah, that one, nee bother. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Butcher Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Not the best footballer in the World, but what an engine and work rate. Such an important squad member. Hope he stays for years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Superhuman effort from this lad. Feel like his quality can be variable but he's so reliable and the recovery runs he offers are so valuable. One of the tackles he made near the East Stand second half during a Chelsea counter was outstanding. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samptime29 Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 His work rate is elite tbf. Absolute machine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 His off the ball runs are incredible. Honestly his understanding of movement and willingness to make runs is his best attribute. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 If he can work on his finishing he'll start bagging goals as well, he often gets into the right positions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 His tackle on Cucurella was late, wreckless and dangerous. I fucking loved it. Was like Andy Griffin on Aston Villa's David Ginola. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Fucking love this lad, Rafa seen the potential, Bruce nearly finished his career and well Eddie has turned him into a fucking machine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 I really didn't think he had a future here but you have to admit he's been an integral part of the team during this run. His worth ethic and intelligent movement are just let down slightly by his speed of decision making and technique. But he still has plenty of years to improve and I get the impression will be happy to be a squad player still as we progress. But it's hard to displace him from the first 11 at the moment as it may unbalance something. You could probably say the same for almost all the lads currently in the first 11. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 I wrote him off completely after the shitshow coaching he received under the big Steve, but christ he's become a player again. Kudos to the lad and long may it last. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave s Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 same as above. I kind of questioned giving him that new contract but fuck me .. he’s solid right now.. trust in eddie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Ahmed Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 I was also amongst those that thought he wasn't good enough to be starting games for us, especially for where we wanted to be (competing for European places) but happy to admit I was wrong. Last season he was poor so thought Howe had done all he could with him. I still feel he's a fraction too slow at times when it comes to passing, the pass to Trippier when he was offside for example (wasn't actually offside but pass should have been made earlier) and the one where he gave a free kick away by handling it. However he's bloody everywhere and doesn't stop running, which is so crucial to how we play. I also find it interesting how he's changed, that small stint under Rafa he would sit deep and pass the ball about quite tidily whereas now he's a lot more all action though the passing has dropped off a touch. Overall he's playing better now than he did under Rafa imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 44 minutes ago, Whitley mag said: Fucking love this lad, Rafa seen the potential, Bruce nearly finished his career and well Eddie has turned him into a fucking machine. you could be talking about schar. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiresias Posted November 12, 2022 Share Posted November 12, 2022 its almost like bruce didnt do his fucking job Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginola Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 He's very limited technically, but deserves all the credit in the world for his performances in recent weeks. Puts such a shift in and makes up so much ground to deserve his starting place despite his limitations Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 Most underrated dude in the starting XI? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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