Mattoon Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 27 minutes ago, Lush Vlad said: We do go route one quite a bit, I think. There have been some games where I wish we would be more patient and have struggled to build from the back, at times. Especially when Bruno is missing. We’re by no means playing Pulis or Allardyce ball. But Botman, Trippier, Schar, Pope and to a lesser degree, Longstaff. Will all look for a long diagonal/pass or one over the top into the channel. Bruno is more cultured and shorter with his ‘long’ passes, of course We are also very direct from set pieces. Which is probably why the ball is in play less than a lot of teams. As anything near halfway and beyond. We chuck all the big boys up there and just hump it up to them. Considering how ineffective they are. It’s pretty boring to watch now. Almost Pardew back post to Williamson levels of ineffectiveness. Goal kicks are almost always long, too. I think that has a lot to do with the teams we've been playing to be fair, I don't envision us lumping it forward when Wolves come to St James' I think we'll see more build up play from the back. Can't see Isak not starting for this given the change in opponents, we won't be looking for the ball to stick so if Howe does choose Wilson again that has to be questions asked. I can see the choice of Wilson over Isak against teams we're expecting to be under the cosh against, so the last 3 can be understood. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 Lots of pressure on Howe to play him now, mind. From all angles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 Eddie does put great store on physical fitness, and I can only think there is still some issue in his mind about Isak. He also has a 'maverick' element in his play, and Eddie may be worried about how he links in with his team-mates. Having said that, Wilson often looks to me like a player who is protecting an injury. And team-mates develop a mutual understanding through experience. So there you are. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 Fitness wise I can only think Howe would be concerned about his ability to execute the press. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 hopefully he comes back in with willock. energy pace and pressing from both needed at the weekend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 12 hours ago, Mattoon said: I think that has a lot to do with the teams we've been playing to be fair, I don't envision us lumping it forward when Wolves come to St James' I think we'll see more build up play from the back. Can't see Isak not starting for this given the change in opponents, we won't be looking for the ball to stick so if Howe does choose Wilson again that has to be questions asked. I can see the choice of Wilson over Isak against teams we're expecting to be under the cosh against, so the last 3 can be understood. Think this is a copout in the modern game. Managers like Pardew would trot this out but lots of managers have proved you can play as you do against top sides or similar. We are a "lateral" side and don't mind playing it long. That's our style by design. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 We don't have the technical ability to play around a press like Man City can apply, IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 23 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: We don't have the technical ability to play around a press like Man City can apply, IMO. Agreed. We don't even have the technical ability of a Brighton. We play with runners in midfield not ball players (sans Bruno). The rumours around McTominay and the signing of Gordon makes me think we want to stick with this style. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 27 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: We don't have the technical ability to play around a press like Man City can apply, IMO. Yep. We are far better than we were were a year ago, but against the good sides, our lack of quality in certain areas really shows. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 Bruno and Willock are probably our most "press proof" players, ,but we definitely need more. Kone would be dreamy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 7, 2023 Share Posted March 7, 2023 1 minute ago, The Prophet said: Bruno and Willock are probably our most "press proof" players, ,but we definitely need more. Kone would be dreamy. One of the reasons I was reluctant to drop Willock from the team during our good run. His end product isn't great, but he is really good at making us tick and transitioning the ball from defence to attack. Our football has looked less slick since him ( and Bruno) have played less games. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack27 Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 wish Craig would fuck off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Why? He’s just repeating what Howe has said? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Doesn't make sense unless he's picked up another niggle or he feels he's not fit enough for the pressing game. He said after Bournemouth that Isak came through the 90 minutes no problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto2005 Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 (edited) He's been back 3 months man, how is he not ready to play 90 mins Edited March 10, 2023 by Alberto2005 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 I always like to actually see the full question and answer, but on the surface it's ridiculous. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 He's been back in full training for 2 months, man. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallsendmag Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 If this is the case I think I'd rather start with him and give him an hour. We are desperate for a shake up at the top end of the pitch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmesy Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Give him 70 minutes then and bring Wilson on or 20. Just fucking start him!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverThere Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 That is exactly what he said, he doesnt think he can last 90 minutes. Hopefully he starts him then, rather than a last 20 minutes cameo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Maybe we have signed a sick note. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 It'd be vintage Howe if he starts now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Aye as @The Prophetsays it could be the classic Howe press conference where once shouldn’t read into it. Either that or we really need examine the sports science/training set up as it’s clear below standard of a young professional player needs so long to get back to full fitness. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 (edited) They must be going off loads of data but it does beg the question, what’s going on with his recovery if he’s not ready for a start Edited March 10, 2023 by gbandit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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