Romey 1878 Posted March 24, 2014 Report Share Posted March 24, 2014 I love that he's direct. I'm sick to death of watching us piss about with the ball. marcopaulo and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted March 24, 2014 Report Share Posted March 24, 2014 I was really impressed with him and thought he actually tried to defend at times. He made a few tackles back and put pressure on them when they had the ball. He needs to learn to get back into position when defending now though. I also thought he reminded me of Pienaar at times. Pienaar? Absolutely nothing like him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcopaulo Posted March 25, 2014 Report Share Posted March 25, 2014 I love that he's direct. I'm sick to death of watching us piss about with the ball. at one point i was almost runnin around the park end cos he went towards the byline! got us the winner in the cardiff game doin the same thing...does me dads nut that no one does it nowadays! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oztoffee Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I love that he's direct. I'm sick to death of watching us piss about with the ball. Was going to post the same thing then found this already. After Gerry's departure and his replacement by McGeady against Fulham, we were a different team. While Gerry was entertaining he didn't really achieve a whole lot and the TV commentators were in raptures over him......new Ronaldo etc. McGeady on the other hand produced a little gem of a cameo performance that really was useful......ran with intent, passed accurately, tracked back, tackled. I loved it! Hope he can get more game time to show what he's got. I feel that he could be a better player much more regularly than Gerry who runs hot and cold from game to game....quite inconsistent. What's the general feeling...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest blueboy122 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I really like the look of Aiden to be honest, just wish he would get more involved in the game at times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Every game he makes a bigger impression on me. The feeling I get from him though, is that he needs a constant driving force behind him. Someone to constantly push him without pissing him off (he's got that sort of personality). I think Roberto is that man! markjazzbassist and Sibdane 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Every game he makes a bigger impression on me. The feeling I get from him though, is that he needs a constant driving force behind him. Someone to constantly push him without pissing him off (he's got that sort of personality). I think Roberto is that man! agreed i'd like to see him play a full 90 instead of osman on the left. i think he and baines would link up well. or on the right with fellow irishman coleman. either way while pienaar is out i think he deserves a start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oztoffee Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 What is the go with McGeady? We paid good money for him from Moscow when he was injured so it took him a little while to get up to fitness. That was months ago yet he still only gets to play the last 10/15mins. Is he not yet fully fit, or is there something between him and Bobby. Some have said his attitude isn't the best, but I would have thought that Bobby would have sussed this situation out before McGeady was signed. I like McGeady's directness and his decision-making but the 10min cameos he's making don't do him justice in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 What is the go with McGeady? We paid good money for him from Moscow when he was injured so it took him a little while to get up to fitness. That was months ago yet he still only gets to play the last 10/15mins. Is he not yet fully fit, or is there something between him and Bobby. Some have said his attitude isn't the best, but I would have thought that Bobby would have sussed this situation out before McGeady was signed. I like McGeady's directness and his decision-making but the 10min cameos he's making don't do him justice in my opinion. Agreed. With Pienaar out he should start every game. I still don't get why osman starts matches, he is a liability. I'd rather have Leon be an impact sub, he's useless on the left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 McGeady is looking very good, but let's be honest he isn't going to do 90 minutes till next season. He came over from a different league having not played in months. There seems to be a lot of fitness work he still needs to do. I see no signs of a fall out. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 What is the go with McGeady? We paid good money for him from Moscow when he was injured so it took him a little while to get up to fitness. That was months ago yet he still only gets to play the last 10/15mins. Is he not yet fully fit, or is there something between him and Bobby. Some have said his attitude isn't the best, but I would have thought that Bobby would have sussed this situation out before McGeady was signed. I like McGeady's directness and his decision-making but the 10min cameos he's making don't do him justice in my opinion. We paid a pittance for him (relatively speaking). Like Haf, I don't see a fallout, just a manager giving his player time to settle into a new environment and a new league. Remember, Martinez tried to sign him twice at Wigan before he got him here, so he's someone that Martinez rates very highly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Got to say, i'm shocked at how quickly he covers the ground - with a little bit more fitness work (weight loss) he is going to be a very very good player for us. It takes players a good while to adapt to the prem even when fit, McGeady will be an awesome signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NyarkosLeftToe Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 He's obviously not fit, was fat as fuck when we signed him, looked sharper each time he's came on. Looking forward to seeing him properly next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Got to say, i'm shocked at how quickly he covers the ground - with a little bit more fitness work (weight loss) he is going to be a very very good player for us. He's obviously not fit, was fat as fuck when we signed him, looked sharper each time he's came on. Why are you guys so obsessed with his weight? Is this a British thing? He wasn't "fat as fuck" or any "fatter" than Rooney, who can do just fine. The guy was still fit. It's not as if he looked like 99% of the people in the stands at any given match. Sibdane, Romey 1878 and Lowensda 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Why are you guys so obsessed with his weight? Is this a British thing? He wasn't "fat as fuck" or any "fatter" than Rooney, who can do just fine. The guy was still fit. It's not as if he looked like 99% of the people in the stands at any given match. Blimey, since when has Wayne "sausage, chips & beans, come back from Dubai one stone heavier" Rooney become the standard bearer for premier league conditioning? Rooney's fitness levels are awful of recent, comparable to his "capabilities" - he has excellent VO2, musculature and power, but judging by his face and definition has appprox 16-18% body fat which is approx equates to 8-10 pound in uneccessary weight. He can't repeat a sprint within a short space of time. Notice he has kept his "undershirt" on for quite some time now - trying to sweat off the pounds and avoid being seen after swapping shirts. For a premier league player he is a disgrace! £300k a week... McGeady is a wide man, relies on fitness, acceleration. Power to weight ratio is key for acceleration. He is carrying excess weight and you don't see an issue with that? I'm not slating him for it, he was left to train with kids for months and never got game time, of course he will put timber on and it takes more than just a few games and some training to get rid. McGeady has an excuse at least, Rooney doesn't. Quinn31 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn31 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 McGeady has shed some weight, gotten fit with time and proven that he is an energetic and tricky winger who can cause trouble with the ball, but I question his final ball/decision-making. Still, for 500k, a very good buy and definitely better than playing Naismith or Osman on the wing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 As I say, a full pre season and we will see the best of him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 (edited) For me mcgeady is the best wide man at the club And deserves a start Wednesday. He's got a brain which Gerry hasn't got yet. For me mcgeady is the best wide man at the club And deserves a start Wednesday. He's got a brain which Gerry hasn't got yet. Rather Mirallas any day of the week. Sometimes I don't think Mirallas gets the credit he deserves. He is a top top player and Everton without him wouldn't be as strong. The problem with him is consistency but he's an unbelievable player on his day and easily in the top 3 most talented in the squad Edited April 14, 2014 by MiguelCotto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 I rate McGeady, like other people have said next season we will have a real player on our hands. McGeady was happy to sign for Wigan so im sure he is happy with his current status with good competition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Rather Mirallas any day of the week. Sometimes I don't think Mirallas gets the credit he deserves. He is a top top player and Everton without him wouldn't be as strong. The problem with him is consistency but he's an unbelievable player on his day and easily in the top 3 most talented in the squad Mirallas is a good player no doubt but not a top player. Ive got mates who rave about him because they see snippets of him looking like a world class player but its the other side that lets him down. We criticise Ross for his poor decisions but Mirrallas is the worst culprit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mirallas is a good player no doubt but not a top player. Ive got mates who rave about him because they see snippets of him looking like a world class player but its the other side that lets him down. We criticise Ross for his poor decisions but Mirrallas is the worst culprit He's definately a top player. Behind Barkley the player I'd least like us to sell. Doesn't get enough credit. Top assist and chance creator in the squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thoward18 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 This is a reverse of what usually happens in MLS. A guy like Tim Cahill or Thierry Henry comes to MLS in June-July, when MLS is right in the middle of the season whereas the Euros are right in the middle of their offseason. The Euros struggle out of the gate 90% of the time and everyone flips a shit about wasted money and guys just using MLS as a retirement home. Then they get a full offseason and pre-season to train, learn the team's tactics, fit into the group, etc. and they set the league on fire. I imagine that McGeady will factor in more next season when he's on the same schedule as everyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mirallas for me "should" be the most dangerous player in the team, the problem is that he isn't - far too greedy. He gets himself in brilliant positions to pass the ball and give an assist, always looks to go for glory and that is great when the conversion rates are higher than what his are. In fact we have a few who are like that, Barkley and Gerry are just as bad. Mirallas should be old enough to know the right choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 If we got a good offer for Mirrallas I wouldn't be heartbroken. Don't get me wrong I rate him but I rate coleman,McCarthy,Stones as more valuable. Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mirallas is a very important player. Greediness is a trait that sometimes should not be coached out of you. Considering the negatives about him not passing in good positions as I've said early he's created the most chances and has the most assists. Therefore I'd say that's bollocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Blue Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mirallas direct running and willingness to shoot at range draws defenders to him, which creates space for others. The last few months he seems more like a leader and does pass more, I think Martinez has been the making of him, and we will be a vital player for us. MC11, pete0 and Sibdane 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Mirallas is a very important player. Greediness is a trait that sometimes should not be coached out of you. Considering the negatives about him not passing in good positions as I've said early he's created the most chances and has the most assists. Therefore I'd say that's bollocks Often the best assist is to the person who has the simple task of making the easy pass to the goal scorer.... Thats what he can do more of. Too greedy - does great work from half way to penalty area lots of times, but sees it as his right to "have a go at the perfect goal". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted April 14, 2014 Report Share Posted April 14, 2014 Often the best assist is to the person who has the simple task of making the easy pass to the goal scorer.... Thats what he can do more of. Too greedy - does great work from half way to penalty area lots of times, but sees it as his right to "have a go at the perfect goal". I like that trait though. He's direct! No bullshit. Hungry for goals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/exclusive-martinez-urges-everton-fc-7660897 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/exclusive-martinez-urges-everton-fc-7660897 I know some people aren't convinced by him but I do think he'll turn out to be good for us. Although, he will always frustrate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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