gbandit Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 I think with his confidence up this is the sort of game where if he could back up Sunday’s performance he could really go on a roll. Would love for him to hit top form now, could be the difference in getting us wins in the tight matches Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 1 hour ago, Keegans Export said: He's definitely improved his decision making. I'd like to see him play more on the shoulder of the full-back, looking for a through-ball. He always wants to come deep and take his man on from there which obviously he's very good at but it would add an extra dimension to his game if he could make runs in behind too. Aye that's what I mean about his movement off the ball. He doesn't seem to have a good feel at all where to run to when his teammates have the ball. When he gets it defenders are usually in a decent position. His immense dribbling ability means he can still beat them quite often but if he could start making clever runs and receiving the ball in really dangerous positions he could be lethal. Would open things up for other quality ball carriers like Isak and Willock if they had ASM dragging defenders all over the shop giving them space to exploit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Nee end product Maxi hoying another peach into the box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEFAFWISP Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 He's on one tonight like. Gan on Maxi lad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. TC Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Player of the half for me. Wish he would shoot occasionally, but his directness and crossing has been top class. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Never thought I’d want him to be more greedy. But I find myself regularly screaming at him to get by his man or get a shot off. Seems shit scared to lose it or fuck it up going at the defender. Shame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 He’s still not right though is he, feels like he has lost a yard of pace, doesn’t feel like he can smash past players anymore. Love how he is becoming more intelligent now, in a way it’s better this version than the old but sometimes I just want the old maxi just to open up and run. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Thought he was electric for the first 20 mins, but got a bit sloppy as the game wore on. Still I guess that's just the nature of the beast, no player of that type can be fantastic for 90 mins. He did enough to get us 2-0, I think if we don't win from here it's not going to be down to him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 (edited) Shining light in the darkest era of my time supporting the club, and is starting to spark again, and I couldn't be happier. He needs to feel love from his manager. Howe needs everything from his player. something has happened recently where ASM has shown enough to Howe, and is now feeling the love, and I hope it will continue on. Most creative play on the pitch tonight. Edited April 5, 2023 by Dokko Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4 Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Really glad this guy has formally gotten the assists to his name in the last couple of games. Well deserved for his efforts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Take back anything I've ever said about this lad, didn't think he'd have it in him to adapt but he's proving me wrong. Clearly learning to make better decisions and coupling that with a really good work rate too - just needs a goal or 2 to boost his confidence. Really pleased for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Been so good lately. His game is becoming so well rounded and more efficient. Another who is really coming along and developing further under some really great coaching from Howe and his team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Just now, KaKa said: Been so good lately. His game is becoming so well rounded and more efficient. Another who is really coming along and developing further under some really great coaching from Howe and his team. Helps massively that he’s managed to stay fit for a decent period. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 It's interesting because i think he's gotten slower and less able to take payers on but because he has much better players around him now its easier for him to create and do his thing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mosstef Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Was very pleased when he finally took his shot in the second half but a really good save from Fabianski. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Just now, Newcastle Fan said: It's interesting because i think he's gotten slower and less able to take payers on but because he has much better players around him now its easier for him to create and do his thing. Yeah, I want him to be a Bellamy or a Suarez, just driving at defenders and relentlessly attacking like he has done before. He’s playing within himself but maybe improved his decision making and he’s getting assists. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 3 minutes ago, Newcastle Fan said: It's interesting because i think he's gotten slower and less able to take payers on but because he has much better players around him now its easier for him to create and do his thing. I think the only reason he looks slower is because he's less head down now and is looking for passes. He'll find the right balance I'm sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Few times where I was urging him to run at their defense, was a little too unselfish if anything I thought. He's been class the last two games though and I'm so excited to see him play with Isak again on Saturday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 I'd say if you looked back and watched any games over previous season he was definitely quicker than he is now. Whether he is like a Owen or Dyer and has had so many Hamstring issues that he is just running at bout 70% out of fear of injury. Or the injuries have just taken their toll and slowed him down. Having said that, he is back inform now and playing his best integrated version of himself within Eddie's tactics. Seems he's turned a corner and bought into what the manager is asking him to do. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stottie Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 He's second in the league now in assists per 90 minutes played, behind KDB. He's got 5 in about 1000 minutes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emotic Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 He's finally getting sufficient game time, plus the excellent coaching from Howe et al - it's "clicking" for him now, and he seems to be finding that sweet spot between taking players on and shooting, and creating for others. Amazing that we now have options across our front three and midfield who are coming into great form when we most need it. Can you imagine us saying that Longstaff and Jacob fucking Murphy would be "excellent" and "undroppable" just 18 months ago? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalove Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Hope his fitness holds up Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miercoles Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 (edited) That move to get into the box for his assist was filthy, the way he switched to his other foot for the cross caught everyone out as well. Edited April 6, 2023 by Miercoles Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klaus Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 He has learned and adapted his game to suit our team. Another masterclass from Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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