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Post by crouchpotato1 on Oct 2, 2022 18:45:06 GMT
Some people just don't suit a skinhead. Smallbone looks like an alien. It's not through choice though is it. Doesn't he have Alopecia? He most certainly does mate
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Post by skip on Oct 2, 2022 18:45:26 GMT
He needs dropping like a stone. Never seen a player offer so little. What is he supposed to be? Some people just don't suit a skinhead. Smallbone looks like an alien. He's got alopecia.
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Post by thevoid on Oct 2, 2022 18:53:46 GMT
Some people just don't suit a skinhead. Smallbone looks like an alien. He's got alopecia. Ah fair enough, didn't realise. He's still wank though.
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Oct 2, 2022 20:17:25 GMT
Ah fair enough, didn't realise. He's still wank though. And you’re still a wanker. Ignorant with it.
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Post by stayingupforbigbazza on Oct 2, 2022 20:55:20 GMT
Too negative by far.
That pass back when we were attacking.
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Post by 01782 on Oct 3, 2022 7:30:53 GMT
That pass back when we were attacking. Which one? there were several...
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Post by prestwichpotter on Oct 3, 2022 7:35:54 GMT
I thought he was ok first half. Second half he played like a competitor winner.
I remain convinced when he’s match fit he’ll be a good asset and a decent signing for us.
Baker-Laurent-Thompson feels like a midfield that should be able to compete well……….
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 3, 2022 7:44:37 GMT
I thought he was ok first half. Second half he played like a competitor winner. I remain convinced when he’s match fit he’ll be a good asset and a decent signing for us. Baker-Laurent-Thompson feels like a midfield that should be able to compete well………. In a 433 spot on. Defensively Smallbone is a total liability. I’d rather give Sparrow a chance than stick with him next game.
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Post by mamathestriker on Oct 3, 2022 7:56:44 GMT
Only seen him start three games for us, but so far he needs to show much much more. I thought he’d be a good signing going off what Reading fans were saying but he doesn’t seem to tackle, pass, protect or do anything particularly well.
Is it harsh to say he’s a tad overweight too?
Early days but not impressed yet
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Post by milky on Oct 3, 2022 7:57:08 GMT
The 2 occasions he passed back to Bursik from the half way line when we had got them penned in their own half were head scratchingly bizarre.
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Post by crouchpotato1 on Oct 3, 2022 8:18:21 GMT
The 2 occasions he passed back to Bursik from the half way line when we had got them penned in their own half were head scratchingly bizarre. Wasn’t it Sterling on the first occasion?Still bizzare though
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Post by milky on Oct 3, 2022 8:34:43 GMT
The 2 occasions he passed back to Bursik from the half way line when we had got them penned in their own half were head scratchingly bizarre. Wasn’t it Sterling on the first occasion?Still bizzare though Could have been mate . Thought it was Laurent tbh. Whoever it was it was totally unnecessary.
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Post by thevoid on Oct 3, 2022 9:13:35 GMT
Ah fair enough, didn't realise. He's still wank though. And you’re still a wanker. Ignorant with it. I genuinely couldn't give less of a shit what you think if I tried pal.
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Oct 3, 2022 10:00:00 GMT
And you’re still a wanker. Ignorant with it. I genuinely couldn't give less of a shit what you think if I tried pal. And yet you reply to tell me that.
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Post by iglugluk on Oct 10, 2022 18:34:07 GMT
Good game on Saturday getting back to the player who started the season for us. Keep it up man!
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Post by Goonie on Oct 11, 2022 6:48:40 GMT
Some people just don't suit a skinhead. Smallbone looks like an alien. He's got alopecia. Reminded me of this 80s classic tune!
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Post by knype on Oct 11, 2022 6:53:19 GMT
He needs more game time to get match fit. Has the physicality, now needs the fitness.
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Post by middleoftheboothen on Oct 11, 2022 7:12:57 GMT
Thought he was excellent on Saturday and the player I hoped we had signed. More of the same Josh.
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Post by apb1 on Oct 11, 2022 8:11:28 GMT
With Baker likely to be suspended fairly soon (on 4 yellows) it is refreshing that we are getting bodies back in midfield, and he had a really good game on Saturday. Used sensibly, Thompson, Baker, Laurent and I guess even Clucas can give us options to rest and rotate in the middle.
Smallbone looked much fitter and sharper on Saturday too, although we were playing Sheff U's academy team if you believe them...
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Post by iglugluk on Oct 11, 2022 10:06:29 GMT
With Baker likely to be suspended fairly soon (on 4 yellows) it is refreshing that we are getting bodies back in midfield, and he had a really good game on Saturday. Used sensibly, Thompson, Baker, Laurent and I guess even Clucas can give us options to rest and rotate in the middle. Smallbone looked much fitter and sharper on Saturday too, although we were playing Sheff U's academy team if you believe them... They clearly had alot of injuries, but hey, this is The Championship and we're all affected by a similar burden as we know only too well. Their forum seems to have a large quotient of excuse-mongers.. but no surprise there given their manager's mealy mouthed bullshit shit after their deserved loss.
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Post by cvillestokie on Oct 11, 2022 10:52:27 GMT
With Baker likely to be suspended fairly soon (on 4 yellows) it is refreshing that we are getting bodies back in midfield, and he had a really good game on Saturday. Used sensibly, Thompson, Baker, Laurent and I guess even Clucas can give us options to rest and rotate in the middle. Smallbone looked much fitter and sharper on Saturday too, although we were playing Sheff U's academy team if you believe them... You had me there, until you mentioned Clucas. We’ve already played Hull and Swansea. He’s useless now until after the WC.
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Post by apb1 on Oct 11, 2022 11:06:45 GMT
With Baker likely to be suspended fairly soon (on 4 yellows) it is refreshing that we are getting bodies back in midfield, and he had a really good game on Saturday. Used sensibly, Thompson, Baker, Laurent and I guess even Clucas can give us options to rest and rotate in the middle. Smallbone looked much fitter and sharper on Saturday too, although we were playing Sheff U's academy team if you believe them... You had me there, until you mentioned Clucas. We’ve already played Hull and Swansea. He’s useless now until after the WC. My heart sinks when he is in the squad but with Kilkenny still out (and loan player restrictions when he's back anyway) and Powell still missing/in Bali, he's going to be in the mix. I'd rather throw him on and rest someone if we're 2-0 up and cruising*, than knacker our best players through overuse. (* I know this scenario never happens)
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Post by a on Oct 11, 2022 11:21:30 GMT
Have some jumped the gun I.E. Benji? I am shocked. Maybe he needs to be judged after say 2-3 months rather than games?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2022 11:52:49 GMT
I think AN is getting his message across in terms of shape out of possession. Laurent kept it much simpler Saturday and dropped in at RB a few times when Sterling went forward. He looked a much better player for it.
Our midfield has been a mess for a long time. Not necessarily bad players but very poorly organised with no defined roles. I think coaching is the key.
Laurent has the attributes to be a good sitting midfielder but up until Saturday he has looked like just another in a long line of headless chickens.
I really think the green shoots of recovery are coming through. Fingers crossed it's not just another false dawn.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 15, 2022 16:19:59 GMT
Close to being MOTM for me today. Reads the game really well, made some great interceptions and kept it simple. I'm beginning to see why he was so highly rated at Reading.
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Post by bayernoatcake on Oct 15, 2022 16:23:56 GMT
Didn’t notice him.
Perfect DM display.
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Post by nonameface on Oct 15, 2022 16:26:33 GMT
He looks like a man amongst boys, so much stronger and quicker than the competition. Baker must love having him next to him.
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Post by kustokie on Oct 15, 2022 16:53:35 GMT
Ah fair enough, didn't realise. He's still wank though. You might to back out of that one as well. He was very good today and took that goal very well. He was involved in a lot of the midfield play today, as he was last week. He’s only 22 and will only get better as the season progresses.
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Post by lordb on Oct 15, 2022 16:57:24 GMT
Ah fair enough, didn't realise. He's still wank though. You might to back out of that one as well. He was very good today and took that goal very well. He was involved in a lot of the midfield play today, as he was last week. He’s only 22 and will only get better as the season progresses. Thought he was off the pace/sloppy until his (very calmly taken) goal Then he suddenly played really well with his first touch pass game Young player I guess, he should have more confidence Some of Powell's arrogance to rub off on him Work in progress
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Post by gogogadget on Oct 15, 2022 16:58:28 GMT
He looks like a man amongst boys, so much stronger and quicker than the competition. Baker must love having him next to him. Baker was excellent today He has been excellent full stop since he joined
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