StevO 5,809 Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 4 minutes ago, dunlopp9987 said: We've had plenty of standout performers this season, but I think I have to put Keane at the top of the list. Absolutely un-droppable at this point. His defending has improved tremendously since Carlo has come in, but the thing that's impressing me most is his on the ball work. He's shown all season he can pick out a long pass and he's comfortable taking the ball into midfield. Couldn't be happier to have him as our #1 at the back Playing like a captain in the making for me. markjazzbassist, dunlopp9987 and Matt 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,657 Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 It's all the more satisfying watching him play this well because he was totally written off by a big chunk of our fans, he lost his England place, he would obviously have had low confidence. And now look at him, he'd be the first name on the teamsheet. markjazzbassist, StevO, Sibdane and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hafnia 6,642 Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 Looks great, better defending from deep. Brilliant in the air. Matt and nutmegwolf203 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markjazzbassist 3,185 Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 27 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: It's all the more satisfying watching him play this well because he was totally written off by a big chunk of our fans, he lost his England place, he would obviously have had low confidence. And now look at him, he'd be the first name on the teamsheet. Worth 20 up points this. So many wanted him gone, turns out so many of our issues were management. Thank god we have Carlo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,657 Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 4 minutes ago, markjazzbassist said: Worth 20 up points this. So many wanted him gone, turns out so many of our issues were management. Thank god we have Carlo. I don't even think most of it is management. It's played it's part but the biggest thing was he got fit and wasn't playing injured to help a struggling team. Which allowed him to show his talent and that led to him rebuilding his confidence, and he's gone from there. Matt and StevO 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Palfy 3,443 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 For me his improvement as a defender is all of the above, but also crucially coincides with a much improved midfield which is allowing him to control his area. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post StevO 5,809 Posted January 13 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 13 Got to give him credit for the work he did in lockdown. Speaking to an old coach of his who he trusted, looking back at footage to see where he went wrong, and working on footwork and positioning. Big respect for anyone who goes the extra mile to improve themselves. Now we reap the benefits of the work he put in. markjazzbassist, London Blue, Gwlad all over and 3 others 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bailey 4,987 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 I still think he goes hot and cold but his hot is a lot hotter and his cold is now much more irregular and mild. It was only a few days ago that he put in a bit of a stinker against Rotherham until Mina came on. Him and Mina are by far our best centre back pairing though and lets hope they both stay fit. London Blue and Btay 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
London Blue 2,246 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 He is the definition of a model professional, had setbacks, looked himself in the mirror, and worked hard to improve himself. Didn't wine or complain, he worked with people he trusted and just got on with it. Massive respect to him. Matt 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bill 1,299 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 1 hour ago, London Blue said: He is the definition of a model professional, had setbacks, looked himself in the mirror, and worked hard to improve himself. Didn't wine or complain, he worked with people he trusted and just got on with it. Massive respect to him. Had a few beers though. ……..... Got in before Mike gets you.😁 Matt and London Blue 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt 8,118 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 2 hours ago, Bill said: Had a few beers though. ……..... Got in before Mike gets you.😁 That’s the spirit! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
London Blue 2,246 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 2 hours ago, Bill said: Had a few beers though. ……..... Got in before Mike gets you.😁 The grapes 🍇 of wrath.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
duncanmckenzieismagic 5,268 Posted January 19 Author Report Share Posted January 19 Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt 8,118 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 Very cool Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,657 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 https://www.evertonfc.com/news/1979314/keane-identifies-reasons-for-best-everton-form Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cornish Steve 3,036 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 I've written in the past that he's very much a confidence player, and I still subscribe to that view. More than anything, it's renewed confidence that's sparked his improvement in form. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
StevO 5,809 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 18 minutes ago, Cornish Steve said: I've written in the past that he's very much a confidence player, and I still subscribe to that view. More than anything, it's renewed confidence that's sparked his improvement in form. Not an inspiring new manager? duncanmckenzieismagic and markjazzbassist 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cornish Steve 3,036 Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 12 hours ago, StevO said: Not an inspiring new manager? Maybe a manager who's brought back his confidence. StevO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Btay 2,042 Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 He's been in good form and its great to see. Started the campaign off with some sketchy moments - like all our defenders but hes really kicked on. I just hope this is it, its been said before and we have been here before and then he reverts to a shaky version of himself. He's stood up when we have been screaming for a leader at the back. I still think he can be better though - more vocal, commanding and a real presence. He's going the right way no doubt, i just hope he is setting the bench mark for consistent performances. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,657 Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 3 hours ago, Btay said: I still think he can be better though - more vocal, commanding and a real presence. He's going the right way no doubt, i just hope he is setting the bench mark for consistent performances. He doesn't seem like someone who ever wants to just stay at a level, whatever that is at the time, he's always looking to get better. Matt 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Btay 2,042 Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 11 hours ago, Romey 1878 said: He doesn't seem like someone who ever wants to just stay at a level, whatever that is at the time, he's always looking to get better. To be honest I’ve always found him quite placid and content which is what my problem has been with him. He improved undoubtedly and is the first defender on the team sheet right now. StevO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DavisJD 92 Posted Friday at 10:39 Report Share Posted Friday at 10:39 His finishing has improved dramatically this season, he use to miss the target with a lot of the headers that came his way, now a real threat in our box. We can thank the broad aerial threat across the team for a lot of points this season. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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