Heron Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 It's like a mental block. He's a fucking unit in CM though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Fair play to him, I was worried all that confidence he has built up lately was going to drop away after that slip. But he had a strong 2nd half and was important in the build up for the 2nd goal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 (edited) Given his hilarious inability to finish, you know he’s bang on to turn around and strike an absolute thunderbastard from 40 yards at some point. Edited February 9, 2022 by Tomato Deuce Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDog Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 One of the guys here said the box turns into banana peels when Joe enters. I laughed out loud but in truth it does feel like he enters and an oil slick appears only he can see or feel. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 He was good between both boxes but I actually thought that was his poorest performance under Howe. Not that that's a bad thing because he's been a revelation since Howe's first game v Brentford. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astroblack Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 There's a swagger and a strut to him now. It's nice to see him enjoying himself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 If someone showed me his highlights with us and told me he's a 40m midfielder i would say its no surprise, but the fact that his legs literally tremble and he falls down every time he's infront of goal really makes me questions how was he ever a striker. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 6 hours ago, alexf said: Fair play to him, I was worried all that confidence he has built up lately was going to drop away after that slip. But he had a strong 2nd half and was important in the build up for the 2nd goal. I don't think some people appreciate just how much stellar work he does since he's been moved to midfield. He covers acres, presses relentlessly, wins a lot of possession from the opposition, and usually finds a good pass. Great ball retention under pressure as well. Yes he's still shit in front of goal, but any midfielder who's doing all that is a massive asset. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyc35i Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Agree with everything @TRon says, it’s ridiculous how much this guy gets through and for me, he’s one of the first names on the team sheet. Plus, he’s got that bit of bite in his attitude that gets me on side. The way he called out the referee and Alli after that stupid tackle is always great to see Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRD Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 It's great that we see the likes of Trippier, Joelinton, Lascelles and ASM challenging the decisions. This was missing previously, and the team was meek in their words and surrendered performances. Appreciate the nasty streak that we now have, will go a long way towards survival. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbee909 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 I think the big thing about them challenging decisions - even if one's right or wrong in the moment, it means they're far less accepting of defeat. They want to win to the extent that things not going their way are just simply the universe being incorrect. I've always hated this of past Man Utd sides (for example) but it's part and parcel of a winning mentality. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Consortium of one Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Bruno as a DM behind Joe and Willock for me. I'm not a Shelvey fan, and while he's been better, I still think Bruno makes him redundant. Joe's effort and the mercurial Willock trump anything Shelvey can bring. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 It's a tricky one. I think Howe sees Bruno as someone who is going to help lock teams down in their half, hustling and pressing opponents higher up allowing us to keep momentum, but it definitely feels like the biggest impact he can make on the current midfield is as the DM. That said, we could go to a more fluid 3 with Big Joe & Bruno rotating roles. Feels like Joelinton goes through an unsustainable amount of work in a game, like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Dunno how he can be so skillfull in midfield then slip/fall in the box at least once per game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 14 minutes ago, Consortium of one said: Bruno as a DM behind Joe and Willock for me. I'm not a Shelvey fan, and while he's been better, I still think Bruno makes him redundant. Joe's effort and the mercurial Willock trump anything Shelvey can bring. If we deploy Bruno as the deeper of the 3 then that allows Shelvey to loiter in positions that endanger the opposition more than ourselves. Yes, he'd be a luxury, and Willock's development is coming along nicely, but it's a blessing to have both options. The way Howe manages this could be massive to our chances. However, after last night's team performance I'd hope he would be backed if he eases Bruno into things slowly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 3 minutes ago, Slim said: Dunno how he can be so skillfull in midfield then slip/fall in the box at least once per game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 13 minutes ago, Gallowgate Toon said: It's a tricky one. I think Howe sees Bruno as someone who is going to help lock teams down in their half, hustling and pressing opponents higher up allowing us to keep momentum, but it definitely feels like the biggest impact he can make on the current midfield is as the DM. That said, we could go to a more fluid 3 with Big Joe & Bruno rotating roles. Feels like Joelinton goes through an unsustainable amount of work in a game, like. I do think a Bruno Joelinton pivot with Shelvey/Willock in the more advanced position, is the way to go. Bruno and Joe pressing from the middle, a bit like Rice and Phillips for England. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danh1 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Love big Jow like. Class that he’s turned into a proper cult hero here. He had a proper fan club on Twitter before my account got suspended and it used to make me cringe. Fair play to those who saw something in him. Seems like a cracking person to have around too. He’s only going to get better as he learns his position more and gets better players I.e Bruno around him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 A lot more bite to his game now as well; runs around with a scowl on his face instead of the wide-eyed lost foal he looked like before Howe came in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 30 minutes ago, HTT II said: brilliant. you'll have to explain that one to the kids! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 1 minute ago, huss9 said: brilliant. you'll have to explain that one to the kids! It's a mystery to me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiago Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 The duality of his drive and technique in midfield and awful attempts in the penalty area are amusing. That said. He continues to be a major asset to this team and I can't wait to see him and Bruno together. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Just now, Happinesstan said: It's a mystery to me. seen her stuff with her hubby? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Just now, huss9 said: seen her stuff with her hubby? I do remember something. Was it the nipples? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 not in particular , i just hadnt realised she was married to Fripp. they've got a strange youtube channel. and yes there is a lot of nipple on occasion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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