JoeQuince Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Stones certainly isn't playing for a big money move. He's almost singlehandedly put us 2-0 down. Stekelenberg has been a solid shot-stopper. Lukaku has oddly been better in the air than with the ball at his feet. Though, this isn't saying much. The lack of sufficient numbers up front has been harsh on Gerry and Barkley. They've spent too much time defending and have tried to force things when they've had opportunities. McCarthy is still spending most of the game sliding around on his ass. Baines has been good at stopping crosses and has made some really nice passes. Seamus needs more help on the right when we're on the offensive. McCarthy hasn't been there for him. Mori has been solid in defense and has been using the ball more smartly than we've grown accustomed to. Good signs. Holgate hasn't looked too out of place. Hopefully we get more minutes for him in preseason. Barry looks a bit rusty out there. Needs more minutes, for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 So barkley hasn't improved in the air at all either. Not brave enough, no aggression. I disagree on the aggression - think he's worked back a lot harder today. We need Gueye in there to win the ball back quicker and constantly harass the opposition - something Barry and McCarthy can't do. Ross will improve even more with this type of player working 'for' him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I disagree on the aggression - think he's worked back a lot harder today. We need Gueye in there to win the ball back quicker and constantly harass the opposition - something Barry and McCarthy can't do. Ross will improve even more with this type of player working 'for' him. Barkley has been dreadful all pre season IMO. Can't pass a ball, doesn't link up with people well, shows no threat in the air. All he does is every now and then successfully dribble past someone, and that's not anywhere near at a good success ratio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smeghead1 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Anybody else want to lay Ashley Young out! Hate him! EFC-Paul 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 What happened there with coleman...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Oh Mirallas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Rooney off? Thats strange Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jofanon Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Come on Kev what was that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Kev!?!? Get it on target. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesey05 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Holgate looking good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 What happened there with coleman...? Mourinho said some bullshit. Coleman said something back. Young pushed him and looked a tit. Seamie ain't fucking around today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Hate Ashley Young...what a cunt and always been overrated...love Coleman tof crunch the fucker. Never get tired of punching his little round head Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Colemans had young twice now I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jofanon Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Seamus is one of our only players with a bit of needle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Tiger Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 My lord Rom.. Dreadful pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue4Ever Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) sorry but how lukaku is worth 75 million is an absolute joke he's dire i would rather have defoe and a top center midfielder coming in. waiting for a few that dont agree but he really is the easiest player to read holgate has played well as has coleman Edited August 3, 2016 by Blue4Ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) Rooney off? Thats strangeWhy is it? He gets a standing ovation and they have the Community Shield coming up. Oh and this is dire. Edited August 3, 2016 by Romey 1878 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 sorry but how lukaku is worth 75 million is an absolute joke he's dire i would rather have defoe and a top center midfielder coming in. waiting for a few that dont agree but he really is the easiest player to read Because everton say he is...simple Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Well played Holgate. Making 50 mil for Stones look good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Barkley has been dreadful all pre season IMO. Can't pass a ball, doesn't link up with people well, shows no threat in the air. All he does is every now and then successfully dribble past someone, and that's not anywhere near at a good success ratio. He's going to be one of the most beneficial players from having Koeman here in my opinion. He's arguably just had his best season in his short career but there is room for so much improvement - mainly defensive work rate - I've seen evidence already that Koeman is beginning to influence Ross' game and long may it continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesey05 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Holgate again. Some young player we have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Why is it? He gets a standing ovation and they have the Community Shield coming up. Oh and this is dire. His game though, should atleast get 65-70 minutes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) Kone Yay Kev touch...class Edited August 3, 2016 by marcopaulo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 (edited) His game though, should atleast get 65-70 minutes 45 minutes would have been acceptable. Him getting longer so the fans could clap him off was pushing it. Edited August 3, 2016 by Romey 1878 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I'm surprised he wasn't taken off in the first break of play in the 2nd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 RM taking over Belgium? Didnt know that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 They just mentioned that Roberto Martinez has been named manager of the Belgian national team. Holy shit. Feeling bad for Mirallas (and the players who actually get the "opportunity" to play for him). Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 RM taking over Belgium? Didnt know that Absolutely blagged that one hasn't he! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Innit! I want some interview tips Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesey05 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 RM has promised the Belgium top brass the World Cup in 2 years. Roberto keeps his promises don't you know. chicagoblue 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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