Shelf Side Spurs Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on?
Danizen Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 At your best you've been scarily good but you haven't quite matched our consistency. I suppose that's the downside of having such a young squad. We have also played some amazing stuff earlier in the season and part of the reason we have to grind out results now is because teams are scared of our brutal counter attacking game. Teams defend deep against us and actively try to stop us instead of playing their own game. It's to be expected of course and I'm proud of the way we've adapted but I'd love it if we put a bit of gloss on our results.
Fox92 Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 I hate the word 'lucky'. Luck is not real, for starters. Over the course of a 30/40 game season the best team always wins the league (whether it be ourselves or you lot, it'd be well deserved). There's a video on YouTube of Brian Clough saying he'd go out of every competition - including the European Cup - to win the league as it takes every aspect to win it and that's right. In a cup competition the best team may not always win but the same cannot be said about a whole season. Both Leicester and Spurs have been consistent and that's why we occupy the first two positions. And on the back of consistency it's the team! There is not one individual in our side. I think you are a very good side and I really rate Pochettino as a manager. I think, eventually, he will go on to bigger things though. No disrespect because you are a big club but nowadays there are bigger clubs. I really rate/like Eriksen, Alli, Kane, Dier, Lloris and Alderweireld. If I'm being totally honest Kane is a better striker than Vardy and also has time on his side. It's superb that at just 22 he has scored 20+ goals in consecutive seasons in the top flight, his record for you speaks for itself. Hopefully he can do it for England too.
weller54 Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 A spurs fan who actually speaks a bit of sense. We should have him stuffed!
AKCJ Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on? I'll answer these in order; The media are right behind us. I can't speak for North London media but the question of "luck" seems to be coming from fans of Arsenal and Spurs more than the media. I don't think we've been especially lucky. Both at the same time. You don't get to the top without hard work and you don't get there without quality. Both. Pearson laid down the foundations, Ranieri has taken it to the next level. Both should recieve huge amounts of credit. Why not? I don't think we'll lose players should we win the league. The only one i'm worried about is Mahrez and out of the holy trinity (Mahrez, Vardy and Kante) he's the most replaceable IMO. I don't think we will win the league again but i'd like to be challenging for Europe again. Totally depends on the draw. We'll take it very seriously so I don't think we'll get embarrassed. Would like to think we could get out of a decently drawn group. I'd say totally the opposite. Kane is the clinical, fox in the box type striker whereas Vardy's all round game is better. It's why Vardy has 3 times as many assists this season. I'd be cheerting for Spurs if we weren't where we are... two potentially great Englishmen and you've build a young attacking side around them. Good on you. Don't particularly rate the fans as a whole. Many seem to have some sort of problem with Leicester's style of play and they seem to think they're entitled to winning the league because of it. I've seen plenty of Spurs fans say that you are "the best footballing team in the league"... whatever that means. I didn't bet personally but many have.
Steven Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 We should have him stuffed! .... like Basil Fawlty's satisfied guest.
biggs Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 For me our success is talent cemented by teamwork. The transition from Pearson to Ranieri was a bit awkward but Ranieri has taken us to new heights. Both are huge in our success. One for keeping us up and bringing on some incredible talent, the other for cementing the team into a solid unit Between Vardy and Kane.....not much in it....both great goalscorers but for excitement value it's Vardy for me Spurs have been scary good as have we. Your forum fans, well many of them are f^cked in the head. My mate whose a Spurs fan.....we've had some great enjoyable chats.
DB11 Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Re: Vardy and Kane I obviously don't see Kane every week but where I think Vardy is so valuable is that his sheer work rate and effort means that the other LCFC players in the side seem to also go to that extra level and when they see one player working so hard then, to a man, they all seem to put more effort in and that trait is invaluable
GaelicFox Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 We should have him stuffed! Funny history Spurs and stuffing prople
Kitchandro Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? The opposite is true if anything, surely? I am of course biased but I'd honestly prefer Vardy in my team every day of the week. His movement off the ball and work rate is pivotal to how we play. If he doesn't score, you know he'll still give defenders a hard time. Kane is a natural goalscorer but does he have as much impact on a team as Vardy? Not for me. Although tbf, style of play does play a part in both players' games. One things for sure, it would be a travesty, nay, a disgrace, if they didn't start up front together at the Euros. Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. It's annoying, yes. But it will just be funny if we win the league. You don't win the league on luck. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. You don't get to top of the league with shit players. Then again, Arsenal consistently prove that you need more than that to win a title. It's a bit of both, it always will be if you are successful. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Pearson takes credit for the side he built. But he was tactically poor, hence why we were bottom for so long. We would be nowhere near where we are without Claudio. Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? No I don't think so. Other clubs will get stronger, Chelsea and Man City have majorly underperformed. I have no idea how next season will go, but I didn't have a clue how this season would go after Pearson left either. I'd like to think Champions League football will help us make the squad stronger, but tbh I'm not that bothered about next season. If we win the league, anything that happens after is a bonus! How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. Depends on the draw somewhat but I think it will suit our style as it's alien in European football. Hopeful, but as you say we're just there to enjoy it regardless I suppose. Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. Obviously you've been fantastic, as I say you don't get where you are by luck. You've got a good young side and it looks positive for you in future years. You seem like an ok guy but I might as well be honest about it, in general your fans come across as a right bunch of arrogant bellends. Then again, if it makes you feel any better, I don't like Arsenal fans either. Or many London based clubs for that matter.
z-layrex Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on? This is news to me. Most of what we get from the fighting cocks is sour grapes and wild theories on why we don't deserve to be first.
Finnegan Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 You lost me at Vardy more clinical but Kane better all round for the team. Rest of your statements were fair but that's just ridiculous. Kane is probably the most clinical finisher in the Premier League right now if not one of the best in the world. Finishing IS his "thing." Vardy by contrast is probably the most hard working team player of any striker in the premier league, chasing lost causes and setting up attacks for the team is his staple. That's what he does. He leads from the front and most of our game depends on him doing what he does. He could have extended his record score streak against Swansea but instead of shooting, teed up Mahrez for an easy hattrick goal.
Shelf Side Spurs Posted 13 April 2016 Author Posted 13 April 2016 Thanks..... interesting stuff that I mostly agree with. I didn't intend to imply that you were 'lucky' in fact quite the opposite, I think you've played a lot of good football, not just fast counter attacks. I also think that your defence until recently, has been hugely underrated, whilst Vardy, Kante and Mahrez have picked up all the plaudits. Huth and Morgan have not only been immense in defence but scored some crucial goals - one at White Hart lane for instance....Fuchs and Schmeichel haven't been too shabby either!! Regardless of what happens next and I think barring a Jordan Speith type collapse, you'll deservedly win the league, because you have the characters and belief to do so, you'll love being in Europe. Try and go if you can, I've done it for our one CL campaign and been to a couple of EL games away as well. The away matches are fantastic, not just for the game but the party and a few beers prior in some great cities. I hope you manage to keep playing the same way next season and I think you'll do well. Also hope we can join you. We've got a great young team that seem genuinely, like Leicester, to want to play for each other and never give up. It's been a brilliant season, truly unbelieveable really..never did I think that we'd score 60 goals with a single striker and have the best defence in the league...hope Pochettino stays, he's been incredible. Good luck - 1 loss and two draws in your last 5 would be nice....but I don't think that's going to happen and winning our last 5 on the spin is a tough ask as well.
Alf Bentley Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. Some people find it annoying. I reckon most realise that the true football fans (like you), don't think that way. The table doesn't lie - and won't be lying if you overtake us either. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. Mainly teamwork, but with key players contributing at key moments. Psychological strength and squad morale shouldn't be under-estimated either (provided they don't capitulate in the last 5 games! ), likewise fitness (the lack of injuries isn't purely luck - a bit maybe - as Pearson and his staff prioritised sports science & the medical side - as well as the character, not just the ability, of the players signed). Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Down to the last couple of seasons (Championship win & great escape) boosting confidence. Both Pearson & Ranieri take the credit - Pearson for signing most of the squad, establishing the back-room set up & building the squad self-belief; Ranieri for greatly improving tactics, organisation & flexibility, making better use of subs and having the wisdom not to change things that didn't need changing ("Tinkerman"?!?). If either Pearson or Ranieri had been here for both of the last 2 seasons, we'd be doing well but I doubt we'd be top..... Both! Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? The realist in me says "probably not". One or more of the rich/big clubs will be better next season, surely? If Ranieri keeps most of the squad, makes 2 or 3 good signings and expands the squad a little, we might be in contention for Europe again, but not for the title, I suspect. Whisper it quietly, but I also suspect you'll be one of the clubs above us.....hope I'm wrong about that, though I'll be glad to see you make it as another "unfamiliar face" in next year's Champions League. How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. OK, but not spectacularly. Unless everything implodes in the next few months (entirely possible with LCFC!), we certainly won't disgrace ourselves and could well get through to the last 16....unless squad/formation changes reduce effectiveness. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Like others, I reckon you've got this the wrong way round. Kane might contribute a bit further back, but Vardy plays for the team, setting up more chances, tirelessly closing down defenders etc. Kane is a bit more clinical, though, and has greater potential due to age. Need to play them both in June, though! Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. Impressive team with some top quality players. Potential to be even better next season....provided you keep a decent squad & aren't too distracted by Champions League (like us). Maybe you're not quite good enough yet at winning when you're not playing well? The fans I've known have been great (my cousin's a Spurs fan); a lot of idiots seem to frequent that Spurs forum, though. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on? May the best team win the league - and may that team be LCFC. I can see us dropping some points - particularly the next match v. West Ham - but think we'll have the mental strength to bounce back. Please drop some more points soon - fans' nerves will be jangling if you get the gap back to 3-4pts, even if the players' nerves aren't! Good luck for 2nd place - and in Europe next season.
Shelf Side Spurs Posted 13 April 2016 Author Posted 13 April 2016 This is news to me. Most of what we get from the fighting cocks is sour grapes and wild theories on why we don't deserve to be first. There's good and bad Spurs forums...and good and bad keyboard warriors on those. I'm only a member of one, where there's usually reasonable decent, if obviously biased debate....we do have our fair share of bellends as well though. Most are now resigned to the fact that we will come (hopefully) second, but that's far from a done deal. We'll see, either way Leicester get massive respect from most that I know and it's brilliant for the league, our clubs and Europe. Happiest thing this year - watching real arrogance in the form of Mourinho and Chelsea suffer, just my view.
Benguin Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Thank you very much, good luck to you too Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. Personally I think we have had all the plaudits we deserve but there are always going to be haters and you always remember the negative comments more than the positive ones. Anyone who thinks we've licked our way to the top isn't worth my time so skim over these comments. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. The club has been gradually progressing over the last few years, I expected us to be successful due to this just not as successful and not as quickly. Our scouting team is one of the best and uncovered gems like Vardy, Kante and mahrez. Players like Huth, Morgan, Albrighton and Simpson have been given second chances and took them. Finally the stuff behind the scenes such as our medical and sports science team have ensured players are fit and psychologically coping. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Pearson built the club and deserves great Credit, he was fairly out of his depth tactically though in the PL, Claudio has took pearsons club and added sound tactics. Both deserve enormous credit. Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? I think we can, players that may have left now have champions league to look forward too, we have rich owners and can compete financially. We can also now attract players we would have struggled to I the past. How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. I think we could get through group stages if the draw is okay. Won't say anything more yet. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Think you have that the wrong way round personally, I think Kanes finishing is world class and clinical but Vardy is better all round, he can turn a pass between opposition centre halfs into a corner in a blink of an eye. Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. You have a great future, young hungry squad and a great manager. Also nice that your team is very English. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on? Replies in the quote above
MPH Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 I actually think that a Vardy + Kane up front in a 4-4 f*****g 2 would be the ideal combination
weller54 Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 .... like Basil Fawlty's satisfied guest. Haha..exactly!
Jamiebux Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hello All, Spurs fan here.....I'm not sure if I'm the first, but on our forums there are many that are already saying that, should you go on to win the title, it will be fully deserved. I'm one of them. We haven't given up yet and there will likely be a few more twists and turns, but it's looking really good for you after the Sunderland result and after 38 games the league table doesn't lie....you will have been the best all season. Congrats if it happens, class act all round including your fans. Here are few questions that I would be interested in... Is it annoying that other clubs/media seem to think it's 'lucky' and that Leicester don't seem to be held in the same esteem as if Chelsea, City or United were top....? Personally I think that's totally wrong, you're there on merit. What do you think the success is based on? team work (my view) or individual performances of players like Kante, Vardy, Mahrez, Morgan, etc. Is this down to the end of last season and Pearson or should Ranieri take the credit? Can you do it again next year...or do you fear losing players (personally I think and hope they will all stay)? How will you get on in the Champions League....personally with the current team, belief and mindset I think you'll be fine, exciting times eh? I went to Milan twice and Madrid with Spurs...they are fantastic days regardless of result. Who do you honestly think is better..Vardy or Kane? Whilst they're both fantastic goal scorers, I think Kane contribute more all over the pitch than Vardy...Vardy is probably more clinical? Whats your view of Spurs this season, the players, fans and future....we had some right old battles in January, you won the big one 1-0..I was there, gutted. I can't see the wheels coming off....so enjoy the celebration if it happens and next years away days across Europe. I'd be interested in the above questions if you fancy answering them and I wonder if we're all potentially looking forward to seeing gary Lineker presenting Match of the Day in his pants.....any of you lot got a decent bet on?
4everfox Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Our success I based on us being the best team filled with not necessarily the best players. I doubt we will do this again next year but I do think we will have a season similar to that of West Ham next year. Kane is better then Vardy.
Jimmy Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 technically Vardy IS more clinical his goals to shots rate is superior to Kane who seems to not understand what the word pass means at times choosing to shoot when he has no realistic chance of scoring
Guest CityFan 06 Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 Hi there Shelf Side Spurs, I would say our success is based on two key factors which you have already mentioned. The hard working attitude and having the quality with Vardy, Mahrez and a few others who can win games through their own talent and abilities. Some of the current group of players have now played together for a good number of years, and there's such a strong solid bond that has been built between the players. The first XI you see now have developed fantastically to excel at this level of football, and it's because they have been given the belief, time and patience to do so, as well as also having that year's PL experience from the last campaign. The whole squad have developed as one unit and Ranieri is worthy of tremendous credit for this as his experience and tactical qualities have vastly helped our players to become better footballers and more tactially attuned on the football field week in week out. Everyone knows their jobs and the commitment to their jobs is 100% every game. Equally Pearson and Ranieri deserve great credit for what they've done for Leicester. Pearson made a fantastic squad and the evidence of what he made is present today. Ranieri has realised the squad he has, realised the potential, realised there's not too much wrong and as a result he's not changed the way we play. As well as bringing in his own coaching team, he kept Pearson's management staff on, which has been important due to the amount of time they've known the current group of players. Ranieri tactically is top notch, you can tell he has managed some top European Clubs and as I mentioned previously he's improved the team/squad incredibly well. The defence is so organised, and his substitutionary work has won us games this season, he always knows exactly when to make a sub in any given game. Next season what's important for us is to start to establish ourselves as a quality top side in the PL. Keeping Kante, Vardy and Mahrez will be key, it's difficult to tell if they will stay. Vardy I think will, I'm not entirely sure about the other two. They will ultimately be attractive to potential top clubs because of their individual talents they offer. A top 6 finish would be excellent for us. We will be ok in the Champions League I think. I feel we do need 5-6 signings in the summer though for increased squad depth given the amount of games we're going to have to play. Kane and Vardy. Different style strikers. Kane technically is magnificent. Vardy's intensity, finishing and positioning is very good. Can't call that one. Tottenham are a good big club, and they've done well to finish top 6 for a lot of years in the PL. The consistency of finishing in the top 6 deserves praise, I understand sometimes Spurs fans may of wanted more than that, but to finish in the higher parts of the table year on year is impressive. Pochettino is doing a super job with your club, he's got together a brilliant squad and I believe you are certainly worthy of being in the position you are. The side has got quality all over the pitch and you've got the ideal foundations to progress in the future with the new stadium, a very talented group of players, clever manager and a good fanbase.
ramboacdc Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 We should have him stuffed! grab him! spurs are scary to watch when they are on form. we got 4 points from them this season which is brilliant. man u were holding them until they forgot how to play football and were made to pay. Vardy and Kane are 2 different monsters. could make England formidable one day. i am praying west ham come to ours and roll over to stuf spurs over and i am hoping my work colleague who passed away last year is looking down on his club (stoke) on monday night and Stoke get a result. but good to have some friendly chat
Alf Bentley Posted 13 April 2016 Posted 13 April 2016 and it's because they have been given the belief, time and patience to do so, as well as also having that year's PL experience from the last campaign. Just to pick up on this important point. Whatever happens to LCFC, this is something that other "smaller" clubs can learn from: patience! 4 years of 3 players: - Drinkwater went off the boil first full season in the Championship, but was arguably the key man second season; he was patchy and lost his place last season, but has gone from strength to strength in the Premier this year - Vardy looked not quite good enough first season in Championship - didn't think quickly enough, but was brilliant second season; last season he just produced the goods occasionally, this season, he's made a step-change up. - Morgan was an absolute rock in the Championship, but was just getting by last season - lots of effort/blocks compensating for sometimes questionable positioning; this season he's been an absolute rock again at the higher level (Something similar applies to Mahrez and Simpson, among others) Of course, you need the right players with the right character and the right potential - and you need to give them the right training/development - but if you then show patience, you can reap the rewards.
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