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Goal v West Ham from outside area, keeper could have done better seemed to misjudge it.
west ham were the 28-1 to win which I though was generous, especially when they got a free kick, which was scored.
So west ham now 2-1 up, well done to anyone who took 28-1!
Arter off now. (subbed)
Adrian was pretty poor for that.
Don't think the keeper saw him strike it becasue of the defender in front and then misjudged the flight, still Harry's first Premiership goal.
Harry Arter: ‘Every single game now I go out to play for her’: http://www.theguardian.com/football/...-loss-daughter
Jesus, hard not to read that and get upset.Quote:
Originally Posted by tetsujin1979
Have huge admiration for him and his partner for being so courageous and honest
Played well against Arsenal. Has a good shot on him and came close twice. Not as cultured as Wes but has an eye for a gap and can play well in advanced positions.
I heard Howe saying during the week that Arter's season may be over. There I was hoping that both he and Judge would make the squad. Sigh :(
A lifeline for Gibson perhaps if he can see a little more game time.
its highly unlikely but id rather see jack byrne in the squad than GibsonQuote:
Originally Posted by DeLorean
I've no problem with fast tracking Byrne but I think Gibson would be the more pragmatic choice. It would be a great experience for Byrne but realistically I couldn't envisage a situation where he would be used. If McCarthy or Whelan picked up an injury or just weren't playing well Gibson could be a very useful option.
http://www.newstalk.com/Harry-Arter-...n-the-final-23
Would be great if he did make it.Quote:
Harry Arter "I am fighting to get one of the last places in the final 23"
Despite his injury woes, Arter hopes he can get fit for Bournemouth's last few games and will hope to do enough to convince Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane of a place in the Irish squad. "My aim is to try and play the final two or three Premier League games of the season for Bournemouth see if that is enough to get me a chance with Ireland at the Euros," he said.
I always try to see the best in our players, management etc but as hard as I try I see nothing good in Gibson.Quote:
Originally Posted by DeLorean
Is it not a bit hard to justify bringing Arter if he doesn't make it back before the end of the season? Or does his league form merit a place?
He's played half an hour against England, right?
If he is back for the friendlies he would basically have the guts of one game to prove himself.
Then again if Hendrick doesn't regain fitness it may expedite things for Arter.
And the internationally-retired Damien Delaney ought to be brought on the basis of his league form?Quote:
Originally Posted by TheOneWhoKnocks
Delaney doesn't have fitness or match practice issues to consider - but yes retired for all intents and purposes.
Well I think under the current circumstances anyone who can mobilise themselves 50 metres has to be considered.
What about Pilkington should Arter not make it? Difficult to justify Jack Byrne at this stage, I have never been a huge Gibson fan (and he wasn't that good on Saturday from my perspective). Obviously not like for like but Pilkington would offer versatility - wing, up front. Especially if O'Kane is on the plane...Quote:
Originally Posted by DeLorean
I think Pilkington should be in the squad regardless. I wouldn't be worried about Byrne being fast-tracked.
Back from injury today.
Didn't see that coming. Big game for Arter & Gibson. Could be competing for final squad berth, or both could go if Hendrick doesn't make it.
Meyler doubtful for the playoffs as well.
AFC Bournemouth: Harry Arter promises to be 'more professional' with injuries after rushing March comeback - http://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/spo...arch_comeback/
Misses out on the final game of the season against Man United with an achilles strain
That wasn't the injury which he just came back from ?Quote:
Originally Posted by tetsujin1979
It was his achilles the previous time as well anyway.
Arter should be another obvious inclusion in the 23. He should in reality be close to our starting lineup.
I think he first has to show what he can do in a green shirt in order to jump from a possible to a probable.
I think Arter has to start a game for Ireland before he's close to the starting line-up.
We are saying the same thing except I'm just thinking about what Harry has to do to get into the Euro squad, not the starting line up.Quote:
Originally Posted by Charlie Darwin
What if he excels in our new away strip?Quote:
Originally Posted by geysir
I think you missed something there, Oracle.Quote:
Originally Posted by geysir
Or perphaps I am over-estimating CDs sarcastic wit.
Then fair play to him, we applaud excellence.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuttgart88
But he would still have to make the favorable impression in the green shirt first, in order to have that away game opportunity.
I would make Arter a starter.
I mean it is a sign, his destiny, a biblical message.
St Arter.
Put it this way, Martin O Neilll will surely burn eternally in hell if he doesn't start him.
The Artful Dodger has signed a new three year contract at Bournemouth.
Arter has set up an academy called "The Harry Arter Academy" - http://www.harryarteracademy.com/
That's a bit of a mad one is it? Do many pros do that? I could see the temptation after retiring but maybe slightly unusual midway through your career? Anyway, fair play to him.
A few do, the only other one I can think of off the top of my head is Alan Dunne's "Phillips and Dunne Football Academy" - https://www.facebook.com/Phillips-an...7786040640869/Quote:
Originally Posted by DeLorean
(don't appear to have a web site, just a facebook page)
Jamie Vardy has one. Brad Friedel had one that made him bankrupt.