markjazzbassist Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I think you underestimate him John, sussing him doesn't mean you're able to stop him. Messi goes into games where the opposition know what he's capable of, they just can't do anything to stop it. He's in a slight slump at the moment but he'll be back better than ever imo. couldn't agree more mike. i think ross is still learning and growing since he spent so much time injured and out of football. late bloomer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted January 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I think you underestimate him John, sussing him doesn't mean you're able to stop him. Messi goes into games where the opposition know what he's capable of, they just can't do anything to stop it. He's in a slight slump at the moment but he'll be back better than ever imo. I hope he does it soon because I tipped him to have a big season this season . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 It's easy to forget just how bad an injury he had and how much of a set back that was. markjazzbassist 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted January 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 That goal tonight is why I've been so disappointed lately. Running at the opposition, asking questions, is when he's the player that everyone raves about. That's been missing from his game, he's been playing safe. Not tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 Apart from the goal I thought he was crap. Not one for stats but he must have lost the ball at least 50% of the time, and has anybody ever seen him tackle anyone, he jogs over to face a player or trots back alongside but I've never seen him tackle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 broken nose i gather, i guess well be seeing him with a face mask now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 He was brilliant last night Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted February 3, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 Cracking game tonight. He still annoyingly held on to the ball a little longer than necessary at times, but his overall play was outstanding. His running with the ball is so good to watch, it's pure power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 Get the impression he holds onto it more when he tries harder. Literally taking on the world. When he has little time to think and his football is reactive, it's his most natural game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 https://mobile.twitter.com/amadoit/status/695016070457999360 Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 https://mobile.twitter.com/amadoit/status/695016070457999360 Love that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Showed some real strength to stand up and take it after the stick he was getting for his ten minutes of not passing and trying to hard. Lowensda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 https://twitter.com/skysportsnewshq/status/695131697600421888 Romey 1878 and markjazzbassist 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted February 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 https://twitter.com/skysportsnewshq/status/695131697600421888 It'd be interesting to see where he features for the PL as a whole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 https://twitter.com/skysportsnewshq/status/695131697600421888 sideliner needs to see that, guy was slating Ross the whole matchday thread saying he doesn't create shit. he does and more apparently loving his progression, i think next year could be beast mode for young Ross. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Not bad in 3 seasons! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted February 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Not bad in 3 seasons! It's only this season, Matt. He's definitely maturing, you can tell from his interviews - http://www.evertonfc.com/news/2016/02/04/ross-i-thought-why-not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/david-prentice-patient-everton-diamond-10843612 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Pressure seems off Ross again for a bit. Playing his natural game. He did have a shitty 10 minutes but as long as he's doing what he has been doing over 80 minutes, i'll accept the slight drop in concentration. Give him the armband. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Pretty ridiculous the stick he gets. The lad can't win, he makes a simple pass some of the crowd groan, doesn't make a pass and the crowd groan. He lacks a bit between the ears but his instinctive play is excellent. When he gets more maturity and experience he will be world class, thats if his confidence hasn't been shattered by the crowd. The knowledgable crowd know he needs support - hence the diamond song. He will frustrate and amaze in equal measure. He has got so many different tools at his disposal it really is a joke... two excellent feet, can shoot, great balance, strength, pace on the ball, vision - when you have so many options it can be difficult to make the right choice. Deacs, nyblue23 and Romey 1878 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's only this season, Matt. He's definitely maturing, you can tell from his interviews - http://www.evertonfc.com/news/2016/02/04/ross-i-thought-why-not Thats what happens when you try and read on your phone without glasses on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted February 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Pretty ridiculous the stick he gets. The lad can't win, he makes a simple pass some of the crowd groan, doesn't make a pass and the crowd groan. He lacks a bit between the ears but his instinctive play is excellent. When he gets more maturity and experience he will be world class, thats if his confidence hasn't been shattered by the crowd. The knowledgable crowd know he needs support - hence the diamond song. He will frustrate and amaze in equal measure. He has got so many different tools at his disposal it really is a joke... two excellent feet, can shoot, great balance, strength, pace on the ball, vision - when you have so many options it can be difficult to make the right choice. He annoys me but I never give him grief at the game or anything like that. MJB seems to think I have it out for Barkley but that couldn't be further from the truth, the opposite is true in fact. I had a discussion in the summer with Paddock where he basically said Barkley wasn't all that and I said he's got absolutely everything he needs to go on to be one of the best. I don't mind him making mistakes, I just don't want him to coast through games. He;s so much better than that. Take charge and piss on everyone else, make them look as inferior to him as they are. He's got a fight on his hands to be a starter for England this summer and he needs to show everything he has within him. In short, I just want him to show a bit more arrogance and determination. Matt and Lowensda 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Pretty ridiculous the stick he gets. The lad can't win, he makes a simple pass some of the crowd groan, doesn't make a pass and the crowd groan. He lacks a bit between the ears but his instinctive play is excellent. When he gets more maturity and experience he will be world class, thats if his confidence hasn't been shattered by the crowd. The knowledgable crowd know he needs support - hence the diamond song. He will frustrate and amaze in equal measure. He has got so many different tools at his disposal it really is a joke... two excellent feet, can shoot, great balance, strength, pace on the ball, vision - when you have so many options it can be difficult to make the right choice. Very true. People forget that he is a kid learning and that he will have ups and downs. Natural part of a young player developing. If he's still doing this at 24/25, then I'd get pissed off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hafnia Posted February 5, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 He doesn't like a tackle, understandably. He was told he would never play football again. Its not like his game is to be a Lee Cattermole and be a talentless yard dog - as much as I don't like players not getting stuck in, it is understandable in his case. Has anyone seen how many opposition players cover him? He has 1 marker and if he gets the ball another will commit to him - this frees up a player to pass to, so when people think he is hanging on the ball - for me he is waiting for the run. The fact that he can shoot means players have to close him. He will get better at this. I want to see him shoot first time more though. He's poor in the air, no excuses - he's 6ft 2 and should be far better in this regard. He just needs to get all the fans behind him - no groans, more encouragement - he will be a star. Btay, Lowensda, StevO and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Blue Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 He doesn't like a tackle, understandably. He was told he would never play football again. Its not like his game is to be a Lee Cattermole and be a talentless yard dog - as much as I don't like players not getting stuck in, it is understandable in his case. Has anyone seen how many opposition players cover him? He has 1 marker and if he gets the ball another will commit to him - this frees up a player to pass to, so when people think he is hanging on the ball - for me he is waiting for the run. The fact that he can shoot means players have to close him. He will get better at this. I want to see him shoot first time more though. He's poor in the air, no excuses - he's 6ft 2 and should be far better in this regard. He just needs to get all the fans behind him - no groans, more encouragement - he will be a star. This times a million. If we don't get behind our players they will not play as well and eventually, they will leave. brittoncarl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RobA34 Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 This times a million. If we don't get behind our players they will not play as well and eventually, they will leave. Agreed! Some Fans need to give the Lad a break he's one of our best performers this season ! Get behind him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 He annoys me but I never give him grief at the game or anything like that. MJB seems to think I have it out for Barkley but that couldn't be further from the truth, the opposite is true in fact. I had a discussion in the summer with Paddock where he basically said Barkley wasn't all that and I said he's got absolutely everything he needs to go on to be one of the best. I don't mind him making mistakes, I just don't want him to coast through games. He;s so much better than that. Take charge and piss on everyone else, make them look as inferior to him as they are. He's got a fight on his hands to be a starter for England this summer and he needs to show everything he has within him. In short, I just want him to show a bit more arrogance and determination. Glad he's doing well. I now understand why you were so harsh sometime mark, tough love and all that. Didn't realize you actually liked Ross a lot and just wanted the best. But now I see that. He's a great player and due to those injuries is a late bloomer kinda like ossie to a degree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Was good to see him show some balls for once too. The first pen took real balls. He jas few minutes when he took some real stick from the crowd and then grabbed the ball and said..this is mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Was good to see him show some balls for once too. The first pen took real balls. He jas few minutes when he took some real stick from the crowd and then grabbed the ball and said..this is mine. He should have got in the Newcastle players face after he scored it - but he showed class.... just got him sent off instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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