Anthony Elanga

[Boey_Jarton]

1 hour ago, nemtizz said:

Murphy buries that chance in off the post sadly.

 

 

[Gottlob]

As a few people have said his pace and power and ability to receive the ball and beat his man on the outside gives us real balance whoever is on the left flank, and I think he's going to be a good player for us. But last season I'd say that Murphy was our most creative wide player, not only putting in good crosses but playing some nice balls from deep as the season progressed, and that isn't really a quality we need less of.

[Toon No9]

22 minutes ago, Jesse Pinkman said:

Looks rapid but is he really much better than Murphy? Personally Murphy’s delivery is far superior.

If Elangs had Murphys delivery and shot he would cost at least £80-90M.

[KaKa]

I find it incredible how history is being rewritten now and people are making out Murphy's delivery and finishing is always consistent and on point. It's just unbelievable.

[Cf]

2 minutes ago, KaKa said:

I find it incredible how history is being rewritten now and people are making out Murphy's delivery and finishing is always consistent and on point. It's just unbelievable.

 

It was such a glaring week point. 

 

Villa were doubling up on Elanga. 

 

Put Gordon on the left and we're golden. 

[Disco]

Looked bright and fearless. Yes it wasn’t ideal but he got our best chance of the game and brought about the red card. Promising signs IMO. A lot better at skipping past people than I anticipated too. 

[Zero]

Genuinely looks a bargain at this price if he is able to dribble on his own and create chances

 

Very promising debut. If he had squared the ball to Gordon it’s close to a 10 for me.

[Dr Venkman]

Thought he grew into the game nicely but I was also disappointed he didn’t finish that 1 on 1, I think it’s pretty inexcusable for a forward not to finish those, even Isak.

 

He got better, though, and it was noticeable that Villa were doubling up on him and no-one else in our team.

 

He’ll be a good player for us in time, the only question is how soon he’ll start to have a real impact, but I don’t think it will be too long.

 

 

Edited August 17, 2025 by Dr Venkman

[Gallowgate Toon]

Bit mad we've gone from Almiron, the most one-footed player I think I've ever seen for us, to Elanga.

[gbandit]

1 minute ago, Gallowgate Toon said:

Bit mad we've gone from Almiron, the most one-footed player I think I've ever seen for us, to Elanga.

What do you mean? 

[Gallowgate Toon]

1 minute ago, gbandit said:

What do you mean? 

Elanga is super comfortable on either foot. He dribbles with his left a lot despite being predominantly right-footed. Quite the contrast to the Migster.

[gbandit]

Just now, Gallowgate Toon said:

Elanga is super comfortable on either foot. He dribbles with his left a lot despite being predominantly right-footed. Quite the contrast to the Migster.

Ah, fair play

[Sibierski]

On 17/08/2025 at 08:08, Dr Venkman said:

Thought he grew into the game nicely but I was also disappointed he didn’t finish that 1 on 1, I think it’s pretty inexcusable for a forward not to finish those, even Isak.

 

 

I always want the attacker to square those chances. Unless you Ronaldo level of finishing, they are tough finishes because near post isn't easy because of body shape you are naturally approaching to strike the ball, so you have to hit hard and low across the keeper, aiming for the inside near post. Where the chances of finding that at full running speed is far lower than playing a ball across the box for a tap in.

 

Peak Barcelona were so good at it.

 

 

Edited August 18, 2025 by Sibierski

[GEFAFWISP]

Think this guy might be a bit good.

[Newcastle Fan]

Fast but honestly no  end product at all, like we bought Adama Traore, unfair to see Murphy dropped for him.

[GEFAFWISP]

Just now, Newcastle Fan said:

Fast but honestly no  end product at all, like we bought Adama Traore, unfair to see Murphy dropped for him.

If we have an actual striker playing he's getting assists.

[Max Cherry]

No end product? Give over he put good balls in all night BUT WE DON'T HAVE A STRIKER 

 

 

Edited August 26, 2025 by Max Cherry
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[gbandit]

Wasnt watching him all game, his crossing seemed quality but he didn’t seem to buy into the press like a lot of the other players, it looked half hearted as fuck. Maybe he’s not fit enough from Eddie’s coaching drills yet but I want to see more off the ball 

[Andy]

21 minutes ago, Newcastle Fan said:

Fast but honestly no  end product at all, like we bought Adama Traore, unfair to see Murphy dropped for him.

 

Some of his crosses were absolutely superb. The issue is his international teammate who has left him with nothing to hit. 

[NEEJ]

22 minutes ago, Newcastle Fan said:

Fast but honestly no  end product at all, like we bought Adama Traore, unfair to see Murphy dropped for him.

You're on fire tonight. Good lord. 

[NSG]

Thought he played well but was fucked after an hour. Would have brought Murphy on.

[Menace]

I thought he was terrific personally. A good striker will enjoy having him assist for fun.

[TRon]

First time we saw just how devastating he can be. Brilliant performace all in all. 

[Bimpy474]

23 minutes ago, Newcastle Fan said:

Fast but honestly no  end product at all, like we bought Adama Traore, unfair to see Murphy dropped for him.

 

Did you watch with the telly off ?  Some real weird takes like.

[KaKa]

37 minutes ago, Max Cherry said:

No end product? Give over he put good balls on all night BUT WE DON'T HAVE A STRIKER 

 

Can you imagine someone has watched that match and come away saying he has no end product and is ADAMA TRAORE!!!

 

FUCK ME MAN!!!

 

Honestly some people shouldn't be allowed to watch football.

 

Just fucking outrageous.