GlenMag Posted January 1, 2023 Share Posted January 1, 2023 Maybe I'm being contrary but I didn't think he was that bad yesterday, watching back today the failed cutback wasn't that easy in the conditions, and have to give the keeper credit for the one in the second half, he's not a world class striker and we didn't buy him to be one. He's as good a third choice striker as there is in the league Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samptime29 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 35 minutes ago, GlenMag said: Maybe I'm being contrary but I didn't think he was that bad yesterday, watching back today the failed cutback wasn't that easy in the conditions, and have to give the keeper credit for the one in the second half, he's not a world class striker and we didn't buy him to be one. He's as good a third choice striker as there is in the league The second chance was tough. Keeper out super quick tbf. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holloway Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 The one where he took it wide of the keeper, the finishing touch was so limp,like a kitten prodding a ball of wool Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Geese Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 I've a lot of time for the Kiwi, there's definitely a player in there, he's definitely not what you would call explosive though! Maybe he's not a good fit for a possession-based team? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stottie Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 In a soaking wet game that is going affect all our your finesse play, a big-man striker should really be putting himself about to help make something happen. Despite his size, Wood offers much less in physicality than Wilson. He's been disappointing in that regard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 On 01/01/2023 at 23:27, GlenMag said: Maybe I'm being contrary but I didn't think he was that bad yesterday, watching back today the failed cutback wasn't that easy in the conditions, and have to give the keeper credit for the one in the second half, he's not a world class striker and we didn't buy him to be one. He's as good a third choice striker as there is in the league Got to say I thought the cutback was easy, but he never looked confident, and that lack of willingness to impose himself in situations is a recurrent fault. I can understand and respect his natural limitations, but sometimes he looks very hesitant. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mighty__mag Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80 Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 I know he was offside, but couldn't believe he didn't bang that one on one chance he had at the end His self belief must be through the floor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andycap Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 He wasn't even jumping for headers 😂 wonder if his back is still causing havoc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aiston Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 He is horrific Get rid asap. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack j Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 Just now, 80 said: I know he was offside, but couldn't believe he didn't bang that one on one chance he had at the end His self belief must be through the floor. Worst part of that was that invited all the pressure that last couple of mins. Even if he'd blasted it 20 yards wide it would have gave us a chance to get back in position Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemtizz Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 He hasn't been as bad (overall) as people like to make out but it's gonna be a good day when we upgrade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiquidAK Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 Does great work in the press - no excuse for not working the keeper today when through though, offside or not. Feels like he needs a couple on the bounce to get some confidence going. Fine coming off to close out a game but Isak coming back will be a big upgrade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80 Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 11 minutes ago, LiquidAK said: Does great work in the press - no excuse for not working the keeper today when through though, offside or not. Feels like he needs a couple on the bounce to get some confidence going. Fine coming off to close out a game but Isak coming back will be a big upgrade. I think Isak would've torn them a new arsehole tonight. So we've got that to look forward to... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OoOGazOoO Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 Honestly, he's just poor in so many areas. Aerial balls where you think he should dominate, he gets beaten, he is absolutely horrific infront of goal. He runs about a bit, and presses, yes, anyone could do that. Yeh he's probably a top lad, but he is a very poor footballer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 (edited) He’s not a striker I don’t know what he is, but he’s not a striker. He’s just a body to put on the field. Edited January 3, 2023 by LV Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80 Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 18 minutes ago, LV said: He’s not a striker I don’t know what he is, but he’s not a striker. He’s just a body to put on the field. He's a false 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killuminati Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 (edited) A sheep in a wolfs clothing! On paper you would think he offers strength, hold up plays, heading and a goal threat here and there. I cant see anything that helps us in any aspect of the game with him on. He has scored some goals and you would think his confidence would build up on that to the next game...wrong. Lacks self belief and i actually feel sorry for him but he would even struggle in championship by the look of it. Edited January 3, 2023 by Killuminati Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menace Posted January 3, 2023 Share Posted January 3, 2023 I hope a Championship come in for him and Murphy like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 11 hours ago, Menace said: I hope a Championship come in for him and Murphy like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NE27 Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Tried to support him, really making it hard for me now I've got to say. I'm sure he gives his all, but it's so far off it's quite shocking, really thought he'd be a bully boy at least but even that seems a hardship for him. Hopefully we can bring in some younger lads that push him for the off the bench role going forward. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAK Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 8 minutes ago, LV said: You after a Wood/Murphy hybrid? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Posted January 4, 2023 Share Posted January 4, 2023 Does he actually do "great work in the press"? Would a neutral be able to observe that? I think people fill in the gaps because we've picked up results with him and assume that he must be doing something well, but I don't see it. He's just bad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 When I feel angry about us paying £25m for Wood, I remember Liverpool paid £85m for Nunez Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anon Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 Howe is always very measured in his praise for players who are having good spells, to (rightly) avoid putting undue pressure on them. It's telling every time he's asked about Wood he gushes about him, because he's shit, he knows he's shit and he can't say "We bought him to stay up, we stayed up and now we need to move him on." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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