Guest alex Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 True, didnt notice his lack of pointing. Might have something to do with the other 3 defenders actually being where they were meant to be too It doesn't normally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Dynamite 6854 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Im hoping Duff can mould imself into a half decent LB. If he can sort his positioning out a bit more hes got all the tools to be good in that position. Hes certainly not a decent LW anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 42946 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Aye given that Duff has completely lost interest in beating full backs, becoming one might be his best option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acrossthepond 864 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I thought the defence, with the exception of Bassong, was excellent last night. Bassong was great in the air but seemed too hesitant with the ball at his feet and made mistakes when under pressure. Taylor looked like the player he was supposed to be and maybe he'll start to realise that he's just another defender and should do the best he can at that rather than trying to boss the other three while failing at his own duties. More of the same please on Sat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Am I the only one who still admires the player? I am first to say that his mistakes have lead to some goals against us and I'm first to say that he can sometimes let his heart rule his head, But saying that I believe he is the only one who plays 110% for the club, he scores some vital goals and I truly see him as an asset to NUFC. I am fully aware I will come in for slack for this thread as there are a lot of people who seem to have taken a dislike to Taylor I just hope those same people recognise the important goals the lad has scored for the club. you won't get any flak from me, I've been saying it for years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norbert Colon 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I thought the defence, with the exception of Bassong, was excellent last night. Bassong was great in the air but seemed too hesitant with the ball at his feet and made mistakes when under pressure. Taylor looked like the player he was supposed to be and maybe he'll start to realise that he's just another defender and should do the best he can at that rather than trying to boss the other three while failing at his own duties. More of the same please on Sat. Agree with that like - when he drops the he-man act he does look good - could be wrong but maybe we have the beginnings of a good CB partnership - very young but can only get better as time goes on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Onion 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I regret to say I think we'll struggle to hold on to Bassong beyond this season. I can't believe how strong the fucker is. Any kind of collision the other player comes off second best, while Bassong doesn't flinch, and when he puts his arm across a player trying to get past it just stops them dead. I think he's made of granite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I regret to say I think we'll struggle to hold on to Bassong beyond this season. I can't believe how strong the fucker is. Any kind of collision the other player comes off second best, while Bassong doesn't flinch, and when he puts his arm across a player trying to get past it just stops them dead. I think he's made of granite If we stay up and he's got an agent with the lad's best long-term interests at heart, another season here at least is just what he needs. Sadly, I think you're right though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Onion 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 On reflection mind, if Shearer stays who at the club would dare tell big Al they'd accepted a bid for his best defender? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 On reflection mind, if Shearer stays who at the club would dare tell big Al they'd accepted a bid for his best defender? just my own feeling.......but Shearer will stay now his feet are under the table, provided Ashley doesn't shit on him like he did with Keegan and shows some ambition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 42946 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 On reflection mind, if Shearer stays who at the club would dare tell big Al they'd accepted a bid for his best defender? just my own feeling.......but Shearer will stay now his feet are under the table, provided Ashley doesn't shit on him like he did with Keegan and shows some ambition. It shouldn't do, but I think it makes a huge difference having Shearer back at the club. We've been missing someone who really gave a fuck since he left. Or at least someone who the fans KNEW really gives a fuck. Ashley won't have anywhere to go if he fucks it up this time. He's all out of messiahs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1892 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 It seem's like he's progressed this year, and it seems like he's starting to cut out the mistakes which haunted him in the past + scoring some (vital) goals on the way. I definately think he's an asset, and he's still quite young, so there's definately still time for an improvement, plus he loves the toon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 On reflection mind, if Shearer stays who at the club would dare tell big Al they'd accepted a bid for his best defender? just my own feeling.......but Shearer will stay now his feet are under the table, provided Ashley doesn't shit on him like he did with Keegan and shows some ambition. It shouldn't do, but I think it makes a huge difference having Shearer back at the club. We've been missing someone who really gave a fuck since he left. Or at least someone who the fans KNEW really gives a fuck. Ashley won't have anywhere to go if he fucks it up this time. He's all out of messiahs. Aye, Shearer really fucking cares about the club. Not saying he isn't motivated by self-interest too but that works to the club's benefit as well since he won't take the shit in the way Kinnear and Hughton etc. obviously had to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Onion 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd love to believe Shearer could lead Ashley in a new direction. I'm not convinced it'll pan out that way though as I still don't trust Ashley at all. Nothing would be better for the club than for Ashley to back his manager properly and let Shearer and Dowie get on with it, and I'd love to see it happen. I'll be amazed if that is what happens, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd love to believe Shearer could lead Ashley in a new direction. I'm not convinced it'll pan out that way though as I still don't trust Ashley at all. Nothing would be better for the club than for Ashley to back his manager properly and let Shearer and Dowie get on with it, and I'd love to see it happen. I'll be amazed if that is what happens, however. Best thing is still we stay up (no shit?) and Ashley sells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinofbeans 91 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I regret to say I think we'll struggle to hold on to Bassong beyond this season. I can't believe how strong the fucker is. Any kind of collision the other player comes off second best, while Bassong doesn't flinch, and when he puts his arm across a player trying to get past it just stops them dead. I think he's made of granite If we stay up and he's got an agent with the lad's best long-term interests at heart, another season here at least is just what he needs. Sadly, I think you're right though. He's off to arsenal in the summer if we go down. if we stay up he deserves a new contract and a decent partner alongside him. He was great at winning headers last night and was very imposing. gets rid when he needs to but is not a footballing centre half. which actually is to his great credit because he doesn't mince around on the ball! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Onion 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd love to believe Shearer could lead Ashley in a new direction. I'm not convinced it'll pan out that way though as I still don't trust Ashley at all. Nothing would be better for the club than for Ashley to back his manager properly and let Shearer and Dowie get on with it, and I'd love to see it happen. I'll be amazed if that is what happens, however. Best thing is still we stay up (no shit?) and Ashley sells. Fair correction I suppose. Not just 'sells' though, but sells well (from our point of view). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Bob Almighty! 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I dont think by any means that Taylor is the finished article, hes certainly not the best of defenders but it has to be said that hes improved at least a little bit every season hes played, i think we've seen the best of Steven Taylor so far this season and I'm sure we will see better next season. If we can hold onto Bassong i think they will make a great pairing with Beye and Enrique at RB and LB of course. I do think Bassong will leave though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norbert Colon 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I am not sure Bassong will get an offer from somewhere like Arsenal if only because the general consensus in both the media and beyond the walls of the club is that all newcastle defenders, past and present, are shite and should be laughed at - it may be wishful thinking on my behalf but if last night doesn't endear him to the club not much will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Bob Almighty! 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I am not sure Bassong will get an offer from somewhere like Arsenal if only because the general consensus in both the media and beyond the walls of the club is that all newcastle defenders, past and present, are shite and should be laughed at - it may be wishful thinking on my behalf but if last night doesn't endear him to the club not much will The ones who've been branded as shite were actually shite though tbf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Onion 0 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'm absolutely certain football managers up and down the country will be aware of Bassong's quality by now, and he's already put off contract talks and hinted he'd be off if a big club comes in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zico martin 89 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd love to believe Shearer could lead Ashley in a new direction. I'm not convinced it'll pan out that way though as I still don't trust Ashley at all. Nothing would be better for the club than for Ashley to back his manager properly and let Shearer and Dowie get on with it, and I'd love to see it happen. I'll be amazed if that is what happens, however. Best thing is still we stay up (no shit?) and Ashley sells. I think thats the only way things can improve with regards the club. Its pretty obvious ashley doesnt want to spend any more money then he has to, and for us to be competing in the top half of the premiership in the future we need to spend big and wisely. I dread/ cant wait to see whats gonna happen ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 21376 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 he's a better bet at this stage of the season than the argie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Basically he's the kind of blood and guts player perfectly suited to a low quality, high octane relegation scrap. ...unlike Coloccini. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I'd love to believe Shearer could lead Ashley in a new direction. I'm not convinced it'll pan out that way though as I still don't trust Ashley at all. Nothing would be better for the club than for Ashley to back his manager properly and let Shearer and Dowie get on with it, and I'd love to see it happen. I'll be amazed if that is what happens, however. Best thing is still we stay up (no shit?) and Ashley sells. I think thats the only way things can improve with regards the club. Its pretty obvious ashley doesnt want to spend any more money then he has to, and for us to be competing in the top half of the premiership in the future we need to spend big and wisely. I dread/ cant wait to see whats gonna happen ! We'll spend at least £12m. Derek says: “There is £8m there (from January transfers) and it will be spent in the summer, as will the next instalment (£4m) for James Milner. Mike isn’t afraid to spend money out of his own pocket either." So buy your season tickets NOW!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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