STM Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 He's not as press resistant as Bruno but sadly for the opposition, you need to get near him to actually press him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Press resistance isn’t just holding off challenges. Moving the ball so quickly that you can’t be closed down is also press resistance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonny1403 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 23 hours ago, Jimburst said: One of my favourite things about him is having that player that other teams get sick of pressing. He'll just pop it off to another player, they'll retreat and we'll pass it back to him. He'll turn and make some space and the opposition all just stand there, waiting. Happens so much. Gives us control of the tempo, something we've lost since Trippier lost it. I think teams target Bruno, 'cos as good as he is, he'll give you the ball a few times a game from overplaying, and you're straight in at our incredibly slow CB's. Tonali nullifies this as he's harder to press and doesn't push up or break lines like Bruno does. I agree with the first paragraph but the second paragraph is a bit odd. Bruno is one of the most press-resistant players in the league. Tonali gives the ball away more than him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimburst Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 3 hours ago, jonny1403 said: I agree with the first paragraph but the second paragraph is a bit odd. Bruno is one of the most press-resistant players in the league. Tonali gives the ball away more than him. I suppose I disagree. I think Bruno is very press resistant, but I see him semi-regularly (once or twice a game) get caught with the ball immediately in front of our CB's. He's generally trying to turn his marker or buy a free kick under pressure. Sometimes this doesn't work. No player is perfect, but it's a higher risk strategy than having Tonali there, who moves the ball quickly and accurately away from opposition pressure (making him press resistant in a different way). I think our play has benefited from this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 9 hours ago, looneytoon said: Kudos to those who were calling for Sandro to be moved more centrally / into a holding position and for Bruno to be pushed further forward. Didn't really see it myself to begin with, I must admit, but it has turned out to be an absolute masterstroke Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Really think this guy could be our captain one day too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 1 minute ago, STM said: Really think this guy could be our captain one day too. I didn't realise Craig Hope played. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 We are blessed with good leaders in the squad, elite ones too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 33 minutes ago, Slim said: This guy loves himself way too much. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 (edited) Wanker Writes nonsense Works for the Daily Mail Overuses emojis Edited January 9 by AyeDubbleYoo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto2005 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 He slagged him off at pretty much every opportunity before the switch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronson333 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Tripps man such a leader in the team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonas Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Was a Milan-esque from days of yore performance at Arsenal. Sandro playing the role of Albertini. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 its only now that i really get why the milan fans were so devastated. he's world class. better than bruno in some aspects. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80 Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 That video has given me a flashback to his earlier days here when he seemed to chicken out of blocking shots in a couple of games. He's made that a VERY distant memory now, shies away from nothing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRL Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 I remember Milanista talking about how the Rice fee should have been a benchmark for his fee. While I understand the obvious differences re home grown quotas and being proven in the league, looking at it now it doesn’t seem quite so outlandish Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 The day is coming when he celebrates a block or tackle like Bruno and Joelinton. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieDazzler Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 2 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: The day is coming when he celebrates a block or tackle like Bruno and Joelinton. 95th minute of the League Cup final hopefully Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 15 hours ago, Ronson333 said: 0:50, still baffled how that wasn't given as a foul. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 On 08/01/2025 at 00:32, midds said: Been trying to think of who he reminds me of - I think it's Essien. Dynamic, athletic, mint stamina, clever on the ball, intelligent, drives forward, carries it well into space and can pick a pass. He's got the lot tbh Great shout. This is bang on the money. A powerhouse but a baller too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattypnufc Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 1 hour ago, 54 said: 0:50, still baffled how that wasn't given as a foul. Cos we got fuck all all game off that ref. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto2005 Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 Feels odd that interview before the Arsenal game was cut down to just 1 minute, is there a full version anywhere? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 Paul Merson, talking sense FOR ONCE! "I think he'll be the next Rodri. I think he's outstanding!" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cf Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 On 10/01/2025 at 08:34, 54 said: 0:50, still baffled how that wasn't given as a foul. Because we were in Arsenal Added Time. Giving fouls against them is contrary to that goal. See also the Livramento booking when I'm convinced every one or their throw ins during the match took longer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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