Lotus Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 I’m guessing he’s being tasked with trying Hollywood balls at every opportunity rather than putting his foot on it and doing the smart, tactical thing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewboy74 Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Some of his runs to regain possession were top drawer. Can't remember too many misplaced or sloppy passes mind. Didn't contribute attacking wise but more than made up for that with the fact he was all over the pitch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 He worked very hard but it reminds me of his first few games for us when you don't really know where he is playing, midfield balance seems very off at the moment despite the results. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Better today, but still not at his best on the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyCisse Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 28 minutes ago, Newcastle Fan said: He worked very hard but it reminds me of his first few games for us when you don't really know where he is playing, midfield balance seems very off at the moment despite the results. He’s so much better in the 6, seems like he’s way ahead of that at times this season which is why we’re seeing so many recovery runs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaqen Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 His positioning is totally off at the moment, like. The amount of times the defence had the ball and were trying to play it into midfield and he was nowhere to be seen was mad. Was a noticeable difference when he was subbed off and Bruno moved there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtype Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 I suppose the good news is that if he continues slumping like this we won’t have to worry about Man City coming in next summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 2 hours ago, The Prophet said: Better today, but still not at his best on the ball. Surprised to read so much criticism actually, I thought he was fine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallumG6 Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Did alright today I thought, he just looks so lethargic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 (edited) 15 hours ago, Jaqen said: His positioning is totally off at the moment, like. The amount of times the defence had the ball and were trying to play it into midfield and he was nowhere to be seen was mad. Was a noticeable difference when he was subbed off and Bruno moved there. He doesn't have the instincts for finding space to receive the ball and progressing play from the back. Everytime he starts there now the team looks incapable of playing out from the back. As soon as Bruno drops in there you see an immediate improvement. Playing Tonali there offers better protection defensively in transition, but it's not worth it because it makes the team impossibly bad building up any kind of play from the back and through midfield. Edited January 5 by KaKa Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagSA Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 And they parked Wharton on him which stunted our ability to link defence and midfield. He is not in the best of form and has not been for a while now. Could do with a rest, focus on the new baby coming and be at his best for the crunch times coming. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Plays as a left sided 8 for Italy and does well for them there. Wish we'd at least try him in that position to see how he fares. Don't think he's played there once since joining. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWMag Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 6 hours ago, Drewboy74 said: Some of his runs to regain possession were top drawer. Can't remember too many misplaced or sloppy passes mind. Didn't contribute attacking wise but more than made up for that with the fact he was all over the pitch. It was his lovely first time ball which started the move for the Wissa chance in the 2nd minute. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 Like 99% of CMs he doesn’t like being pressed. Bruno invites a press. Tonali has never been amazing on the ball either. Not close to Bruno anyway. All of our midfielders play percentage passes that just turn defenders. It’s ugly and sets a poor precedent. Tonali has always played fast sometimes leading to poor passes but he should be encouraged to slow down and just tick it over and it never happens Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funtime Frankie Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 Another really good video from this guy and suggestions for the midfield 3 going forward. https://youtu.be/oacwN2K9_YI?si=utVzXlbBjNkMLT3r Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 What is happening to this guy right now? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Has he got a puncture? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Subbed. Very disappointing with the ball again today. Somethings off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ED209 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Wants away. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRC Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Is he tanking his value so Juve can afford him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingArthur Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 He really needs to be told to do the basics. Stay as a 6, don't venture around the pitch. He must be the one mopping up when Joelinton and Bruno and our overeager fullbacks are nowhere to be seen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Clearly off form and i said it before the game i would've started Miley there and given him a rest tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalloNUFC Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Stress of 1st time father tanking his form? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Displayname Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I said two months ago that he needed a vacation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 3 minutes ago, Displayname said: I said two months ago that he needed a vacation. Congratulations man. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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