Ikon Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 10 minutes ago, HTT II said: As much as we all know of him from his time at Bournemouth, it’s exciting to think what he can do with a team of higher quality players here, that does really excite me as much as say us signing this Brazilian kid. It’s that kind of unknown… Definitely will be interesting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Ahmed Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 So they've handed Howe the following Trippier Wood Bruno Targett Burn Think Lingard would have been very good but think they've given Howe enough to keep us up. He shouldn't be in a situation where he has to play Clark or Ritchie at left back. So it's on him to ensure we finish top of the mini league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
number37 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Yeah, I do think we'll be alright actually. It's been mentioned elsewhere that alongside tremendous ability, we've signed really good characters and players with intelligence and although not completely immune from the occasional brain fart, you'd think the chances are considerably reduced. The second half of the season is all about survival, nowt else. We don't need pretty, liquid football, we need to win games and stay up. We've signed experienced, international players - even an Olympian - and so confidence and composure will have dramatically increased within the squad. Eddie Howe exudes composure and he's certainly not daft. Again, as highlighted elsewhere, we've had such a pragmatic window, albeit not perfect as I do feel a striker/forward would have been amazing but we've exponentially made ourselves much more solid but with so many more great opportunities going forward, crosses into the box, improved hold up play, dominance in midfield, so many of the basics that we've lacked for years. A plan, essentially, and a lot of the tools to make it happen, certainly so many more than what has been made available to previous managers. I do remember that Monday Night Football episode that Eddie Howe was on, he was detailing his set piece approach (ironically using a game for Bournemouth against us) and the players we now have, with the height, technical ability and brains, I think we or he can more than make up for in terms of goals from set pieces due to not having another forward. It's even more night and day from the previous fuckwits in charge (obviously excluding Rafa). So, yes, this ramble obviously doesn't have a point or purpose (I'm known at work as a strong filibuster) but, yeah, I do think he has the tools to prevent us from being relegated because surely individual mistakes can now be all but eradicated and set pieces can now be so much more impactful. The players we've signed aren't idiots, they know the situation. We're in trouble but we're not a stepping stone and I'm sure Eddie will get everyone signing from his hymn sheet. Also, I reckon we've done better business than our immediate rivals. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 The man's a cold blooded fucking lizard, but I love him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicane Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 "Pardhowe" - Someone in the match thread before kick off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shays Given Tim Flowers Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Fuck this shelvey business off and I’ll love you Edward. chuffed that his undoubted hard work is paying off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Chuffed for him. Hopefully more of this to come. He seems a genuinely good guy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Buzzing for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiquidAK Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Has to get a lot of credit for the performances and effort he's getting out of the team. Would love him to go the distance with us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 20 minutes ago, Chicane said: "Pardhowe" - Someone in the match thread before kick off Aye. Fucking embarrassing tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Zaius Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Very well done. Thought he got it wrong leaving Bruno out but he's been proven right. Back to back wins. Clearly implementing his style too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBG Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Not bad for a "bottler" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 It doesn't really matter which players you play... if you are a fucking god. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Fully willing to admit he probably knows more about football than is like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Well done to Eddie and the team, the team spirit has certainly increased a few notches abs we seeing improvement across the board. Particularly impressed by him getting a lot more fight out of Wilock. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 (edited) Got it right again tonight. Seems to have the mental/psychology side of management down to a tee. Edited February 8, 2022 by Thumbheed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 3 minutes ago, ManDoon said: Got it all right tonight, I’m happy because I really really like the guy Right decision to leave Bruno out?... in hindsight? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 He had the bollocks to leave Bruno out and it turns out he made the right call, huge respect for that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Linton Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Need to unlock the pre match thread so everyone can get their apologies in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Fair play like, I thought he'd dropped a bollock tonight but it turns out I know fuck all Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toon_Crazy Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Delighted for him, long may it continue. Carries himself so well, would love it work out for him (and us). #eddiehowe'sblackandwhitearmy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiLvOR Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 Was gutted that he didn't start Bruno, thought he'd lost his nerve. Shows what I fucking know Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 So pleased for him tonight as he was in line for some stick had we lost. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 5 minutes ago, Andy said: Fair play like, I thought he'd dropped a bollock tonight but it turns out I know fuck all Same here, and I'm absolutely delighted since I love the man. He's everything I want in a manager so I really hope he gets it right. And it looks like he is tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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