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Playing well today. Just scored for Newcastle against Villa. Dunne ball watching allowed Best sneak in behiind him and have a clear headed chance at goal. Great save from Given from the first header but Best followed up and thumped the ball into the net.
Is that 3 in prem this season?
It is indeed Paul. Looks sharp and worth considering for the upcoming games considering the form of Doyle in recent games. Kiss of death. Pardew just subbed him for some reason. Strange one that.Quote:
Originally Posted by paul_oshea
What a save by Shay on that volley from Cabaye
Just seen the goal, seems Leon got booked, presumably something to do with his celebration although I could not see
why on the youtube clip.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8boZOhwBck
Actually looking at it again he does go over to the crowd but it's all harmless stuff.
Just seen that, that was some save, top class.Quote:
Originally Posted by theworm2345
Top quality. Yer man thought it was in all the way. Reminded me of that save he made from Philips years ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by theworm2345
On watching the replay, Leon's finish wasn't as emphatic as it looked in real time. He actually whacked the ball into Given's feet or shin. He got away with it a bit.
I think it was more that Given moved his foot to block the goal bound shot.
He has now scored more EPL goals than a Mr.A.Carroll now, I believe?Quote:
Originally Posted by zero
Both are mediocre players to be fair. Jurys out if either are better than championship quality.Quote:
Originally Posted by ArdeeBhoy
Really? Don't you mean, say, D.Connolly?
They're not the sort 'The Big 3' in the PL would sign but any other EPL club would be happy to have them.
Are you slighting the great Connolly? Take it back!Quote:
Originally Posted by ArdeeBhoy
seems trap would like leon to run about a bit more:
http://www.rte.ie/sport/soccer/2011/...g_ireland.html
to be honest, i'm a newcastle fan and i don't really rate best. not sure this is the ideal way to communicate this to the player though...
Nothing really wrong with what Trapattoni is saying there, that he us keeping an eye on Best, which we all hoped he was, but right now he has better options up front. It's a coin toss for me between Walters and Best at the moment, Walters offers a little bit more workrate, Best us probably a better finisher
Who is Andy Keogh getting picked instead of?Quote:
Originally Posted by tetsujin1979
Who is Andy Keogh getting picked instead of?
Exactly even the Leeds support were glad to see him get subbed at last Sat game v Portsmouth
I don't think it matters in the grand scheme, nor will it unless there's a disastrous injury list, but I still can't get my head around Keogh still being in the squad, or what exactly he brings to it. I can think of semi-valid reasons for the likes of Andy Reid, Hoolahan and Best not being called up, but when you say 'Trap picks Keogh ahead of them', it renders any point null and void.
Maybe Trap sees him as a good luck charm after scoring in his first game. Maybe, like McShane, he's 'great craic around the place' and good for team morale. But with Jon Walters also being able to play out wide (much more ably than Keogh), he can't stay in on the 'versatility' card. As for Best, I'm not too bothered about him being out of the squad, as we have four better strikers in Keane, Long, Doyle and Walters (who I rate quite highly) - but I'm sure Best would be next in line if there are any injuries.
Involved in all 3 of Ba's hatrick for Newcastle tonight. 2 and a half assists if you like. Very effective partnership so far this season. Why is he not in the squad again?
He doesn't work hard enough.