Outline ·
[ Standard ] ·
Linear+
Liverpool FC- The Kop Talk 2012, Swansea 0-0 Liverpool - Bore Draw
|
markblurberry
|
Oct 30 2012, 07:20 PM
|
Getting Started

|
To say our youngsters were exposed against everton would be unfair...as what most said, its a fervent derby where they are thrown into cauldron, but still i tot they sometimes froze. Especially Wisdom, gave me cold feet throughout the match....for comparative sake i would take martin kelly for this derby, if he wasnt injured. Was surprise that Johnson didnt play, but Enrique i must say did very well, especially 2 defense splitting long pass, although he is guilty of the 1st Everton goal...Must commend B. Rodger for his guts and ability to change tactics by halftime, not many manager will do it, as most will wait at least 15-20 minutes before the opt for substitution - probably a trait he picked up from Moaninho, i thought bringing in Coates is very effective, as he neutralizes Afrohead in the 2nd half...which was what we foresaw would gave us most problems, this Afrohead.....a bid for this guy maybe...nah..we have too many in the middle.... Glad to note that SG had a decent game, which compensate for Sterling's mediocre performance. I dont know if its just me who notice, but Joe Allen isnt as 'steady' for the past 2 matches, poor touch and not as imposing..probably set too high a benchmark for himself especially during the early season, or have his gameplay analyze by other managers, afterall he is an unknown before joining Liverpool.
Lastly, what a poor performance by Clattenburg,,,again a referee who wanted more attention to himself than the match..lucky that Mariner had a better game, apart from the disallowed goal, at least he tried to keep every in the game and ensure a fair and square competition...Now we know Clattenburg was transfered to.XXXunited this summer, for 1 million 'transfer fee'
|
|
|
|
|
|
markblurberry
|
Nov 5 2012, 11:36 PM
|
Getting Started

|
I personally think BR's response to protect and back Suarez is a class act. He knows that other managers are sinking their teeth on Suarez, every move and action being put under the microscopic lens. Red nose started it with bold declaration that Suarez is unworthy of being a Liverpool players - other cronies simply joined the bandwagon - Huge Sam, the manager at the small club stoke who have incestuous relationship with red nose...all barring their fangs these suckers...Kudos to BR for unwavering defense of his 'kid'...come on, we already know what we are getting wth Suarez - biting other players was a preview of things to come,,isn't it...as with other flawed south american geniuses - Ivan Zamarano, Rene 'the dribbling goalkeeper' Higuita (scorpion kick clearance still my favorite and most outrageous save of all blardy time), the larger than life Romario, and who can top Tevez for being M.I.A for half a season only to return...comparatively Suarez is just the mischievous naughty boy studying in D Class....ohh who happens to produce moment of brilliance
|
|
|
|
|
|
markblurberry
|
Nov 14 2012, 11:12 AM
|
Getting Started

|
Over-promise is easy, if the manager is only keen on getting into owner's good book, under deliver is when result is not forthcoming. Everyone knows that we are not ready to challenge anything, what would it look if BR is gung ho and talk up about us challenging for 4th place? Doesnt it make him look stupid? Like Woy - who said we played well when we clearly isnt...By being forthright, i think BR is sending a message that he need investment come January, it is no secret that we need reinforcement. If we are really that good and should really be challenging all the time, even when our squad is bare thin, i think there is no need for BR to raise the issue of getting anyone in the transfer window, as it is the time of the year where hardly any bargains or good players being available, of course there are some exception tho.
Over reliant, this was the case since Owen, Torres, and now Suarez...probably our midfield should weight in with some goals, but the current army are quite new - Sahin and Allen...regular for last season had since move on - Adam, Kuyt, Maxi, whereas Henderson hardly features....as such we quite handicapped by lack of experience - not that BR wanted this...
Just thot that our play against Chelsea was as bad as i ever recalled us playing this season - probably due to formation and tactics..and Allen's performance confirmed my suspicion that he is being bogged down by defensive duties in the mid park....we basically revert back to old style of Stevie G creating and providing attacking thrust, which we have none against Chelsea. My opinion is that Allen's distribution is faster and he is more able to pick a pass into space than SG. As for Sahin, he tended to be invisible at times, which is good if he can run into channel and score out of the blue - but unfortunately its not happening yet....
As for Sterling, probably he is not attacking the flanks as often as i can see earlier in the season, our play tends to contain rather than expansive, which is understandable since we were leaking goals earlier.
For Brad Jones, he played his part, but not a regular i foresee, he somehow dont give me the assurance of steadiness and consistency. As no.2, he get my votes, perhaps ahead of Doni.
Lastly, i wouldnt want Wilfried Zaha as potential transfer - this guy flatter to deceive...saw a couple matches of Palace,he doesnt stand out at all...another overated Brit player i suppose. Pace is almost similar to Sterling, we need faster wingers, thanks but no thanks Zaha....
|
|
|
|
|
|
markblurberry
|
Nov 22 2012, 08:51 PM
|
Getting Started

|
Just when you thought theres calm after the storm, that's when we dont need an assley william to add spice into Suarez character...cheap shot at limelight i'd say...probably trying to impress red nose my guess..
Pity RDM got the boot..just 2-3 bad matches and its red card from RA..dont think Rafa has too much affection for plasticos...prbably to earn some income after being away from football..but i dont know...just felt its a mismatch..Rafa being an absolutist -absolute control of squad, playing staff, strategy and tactics..and the ego maniacs in Celski..nah..dont rhyme at all...unless RA have had enuf of of populist figure, in this case RDM.
HUntellar..the player we are link with...except for his size..a reasonble 1st touch...i dont remember anything outstanding about him..yadda...he score goals for fun..but not proven in BPL...the matches i follow with the Dutch team which coincidently is my favorite team - i really dont see anything that he can do that Big Andy cant...plus his age certainly doesnt fit our profile...for all i know he could be another Neil Mellor..would take Walcott anytime...or even Sturridge
Latest linked with Kevin Gross...something...as the saying goes,,you cant go much wrong with german players..except for a certain sean dundee..my only reservation is this player is not noted for his pace...we need pace
Speaking of pace - if i am ever put in a position to decide - swap walcott with sterling and pocket 8 million...i'd do it...even if sterling is indeed promising, but as it is.. just promise...whereas with walcott, a player who definitely can speed away from wing backs with ease..really cant recall Liverpl having any such player with such horrendous pace for decade,,,,granted he wana play cf...but henry usual hang out on the wings and cut inside...the thing is, with a player such as walcott...its a manager's wet dream, as it change the complexion of the game altogether - if for whatever reason we need to change tactics or need an injection of pace - and such pace is at a premium in BPL - not many players can dribble as quickly with the ball, the others being lennon, bale, valencia...scarcity is the word
|
|
|
|
|