Stottie Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 44 minutes ago, soyt said: Dont know, it is very possible that Woltemade would have still tried to pass it even in from there True, my point was that Nick did his job in getting into a scoring position with a passing lane to him. The ball just didn't come. The move started with Woltemade laying it back to Sandro who gave Gordon a chase he won. A brilliant counter, we just didn't finish it. Story of the season, if you like. Shearer would have given a Ramsey a right earful. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fak Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 1 minute ago, Stottie said: True, my point was that Nick did his job in getting into a scoring position with a passing lane to him. The ball just didn't come. The move started with Woltemade laying it back to Sandro who gave Gordon a chase he won. A brilliant counter, we just didn't finish it. Story of the season, if you like. Shearer would have given a Ramsey a right earful. Shearer also would have taken the shot if he was in Ramsey's position mind! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibierski Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 It was blocked, but did enjoy him taking a long range effort deep in 2nd half that looked like it was travelling at speed on target. Something we’ve asked for more of when 35 yards out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menace Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 I like the lad but I find him incredibly frustrating to watch, I hope he learns to use his body a bit more next year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Think he's just finding it hard after an initial purple patch. He's a very form is temporary class is permanent type player so I'm not worried at all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 2 hours ago, Sibierski said: It was blocked, but did enjoy him taking a long range effort deep in 2nd half that looked like it was travelling at speed on target. Something we’ve asked for more of when 35 yards out. Said to my mate I think that's the first time I've seen him lace a ball since signing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fak Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 What you reckon of Big Nick last night @Jack14Bojangles? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 2 hours ago, Kid Icarus said: Think he's just finding it hard after an initial purple patch. He's a very form is temporary class is permanent type player so I'm not worried at all. Also seems pretty streaky. Nearly all his goals last season came in a block. That’s pretty much the only time he’s scored regularly in his career too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 He drives me and others up the wall like. I don't think i was expecting our record signing to not be able to win a header or keep the ball. He did play better as the game went on last night but £65mil for him I'm expecting more than just "oh he's kept the ball and passed it this time" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wong989 Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 He needs to develop some aggression or he won't make it, the veganism is ominous. Hopefully BDB can light a fire by dominating him in training. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 17 minutes ago, wong989 said: He needs to develop some aggression or he won't make it, the veganism is ominous. Hopefully BDB can light a fire by dominating him in training. He has a great and mixed set of CBs to practice against in training. Could really help him whenever we get time to train again... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Rapidly climbing the Hound O-Meter is Nick. The vegan stuff is *chef's kiss* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wong989 Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 11 minutes ago, timeEd32 said: He has a great and mixed set of CBs to practice against in training. Could really help him whenever we get time to train again... he does, and hopefully we can find some time to train certain players in certain parts they are weak at, because we aren't that far off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 I was going to go into character, but... Not "I told you so" but to highlight these aren't new developments, he's just inexperienced. I know we struggle with this as a fan base, but he needs time and patience. He'll be reet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Vegan??? Sell. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 7 hours ago, Menace said: I like the lad but I find him incredibly frustrating to watch, I hope he learns to use his body a bit more next year. He's got great feet, but unless he can hold off the PL bullies, he'll find it hard to make proper use of them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack14Bojangles Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 4 hours ago, Fak said: What you reckon of Big Nick last night @Jack14Bojangles? I didn't watch the game yesterday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fak Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 2 minutes ago, Jack14Bojangles said: I didn't watch the game yesterday. Well he was a bit more involved last night. Some tidy footwork and close control. Did miss a free header (and when I say he missed it, I mean he missed the ball completely). He also did try a shot from 35 yards, so there's a first time for everything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 I find him really cool to watch because he's unique. He has a problem to solve adapting to a new league and especially one which is quite fast and physical, but it'll be really interesting to see how he goes about it. So much is about the team setup as well, like getting the wide forwards closer and in behind him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack14Bojangles Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 5 minutes ago, Fak said: Well he was a bit more involved last night. Some tidy footwork and close control. Did miss a free header (and when I say he missed it, I mean he missed the ball completely). He also did try a shot from 35 yards, so there's a first time for everything. Small steps in the right direction. I like to hear that. I'm feeling a bit depressed at the moment. Nick is being criticized very harshly here by some people. To some extent, I can understand that, as he hasn't performed that well in the last two months, with the exception of the Chelsea game. But the way some people here deny him any quality at all is really harsh. I don't have any good counterarguments at the moment. They were already planning to move Nick to another club if I would just go with him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 21 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: I find him really cool to watch because he's unique. He has a problem to solve adapting to a new league and especially one which is quite fast and physical, but it'll be really interesting to see how he goes about it. So much is about the team setup as well, like getting the wide forwards closer and in behind him. I think as a neutral is interesting, as a fan we don't have too much leeway to find out if our record transfer might work out or not Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Just now, joeyt said: I think as a neutral is interesting, as a fan we don't have too much leeway to find out if our record transfer might work out or not Well yes and no, if it’s going to take time then we might not have any choice but to back him and wait. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 We're either going to have to train him extensively on how to head the ball and hold it up (something you'd hope would already be in his locker) or we're going to have to change formations and play with a 10 which we've rarely done in 4 years Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shearergol Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 I'll do it.... His heading ability shouldn't come as a shock to us Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 3 minutes ago, joeyt said: We're either going to have to train him extensively on how to head the ball and hold it up (something you'd hope would already be in his locker) or we're going to have to change formations and play with a 10 which we've rarely done in 4 years A number 10 who can't shoot or assist won't really do us any good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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