Harvey Barnes

[Ric Flair]

36 minutes ago, StriderHiryu said:

Like the buffoon that I am, I claimed to some of the guys watching the game with me on Discord that "other than the goal, Barnes has had a quiet game" as he then proceeded to make two fantastic opportunities for the team 

 

He was really good today and showed many sides to his game. For me the most impressive thing was his overall use of his left foot. Usually "inverted forwards" are all about cutting in on their stronger foot and shooting with that foot, but Barnes not only scored with his left, but put in several sliding passes and crosses too. It's obvious the coaching team have worked with him on using both feet, and it's encouraging to see he's already showing he can incorporate that element into his game. As others have said he's already got 7 goals too, so is very clearly a first choice pick in his position now and really giving a good account of himself.

 

Where he could improve is to try and avoid drifting in and out of games so much. Now to be fair, most wide forwards are like this and even players like Mahrez, Sterling, Pullisic tend to do this. But the very best players in this position in the league such as Mane and Son are almost always on it. Sadio Mane for me I don't think I have ever seen have a "bad" game for Liverpool! Even if he doesn't score or assist, he's always causing so much havoc and is a really consistent player. In fact though Son and Salah score more goals, for me Mane is the best wide forward in the league.

 

Given what Barnes was like when he first got into the team following his loan spell from West Brom, he's one of our most improved players. I think he should be getting towards the 10 goals and assists a season category, and he might be able to do even better than that with the right coaching. I didn't think he'd ever become that good, so that's massive credit to him and the coaching team. Liverpool were rumoured to be interested before going for Diego Jota, and I think that speaks volumes as to how good his potential is, and how good he already has become. 

First 25 mins I felt we didn't have enough the same ability to get the ball to our attacking midfielders and make any probing attacks. Then he ripped thst goal in and he started to effect the game. 2nd half I thought he was head and shoulders our best player, 2 or 3 times he had them kicking windows but sadly our players weren't quite able to get on the end of his searching balls. On his day he is mustard and year on year he is improving. He's one of our own and it's a huge buzz to watch him. 

[TheSomersetFox]

Probably one of the most exciting players we've ever had. Watching him run at defenders in full flow is brilliant. Cracking goal too.

[StriderHiryu]

5 minutes ago, Ric Flair said:

First 25 mins I felt we didn't have enough the same ability to get the ball to our attacking midfielders and make any probing attacks. Then he ripped thst goal in and he started to effect the game. 2nd half I thought he was head and shoulders our best player, 2 or 3 times he had them kicking windows but sadly our players weren't quite able to get on the end of his searching balls. On his day he is mustard and year on year he is improving. He's one of our own and it's a huge buzz to watch him. 

[alanf0x]

#SFE 

[whoareyaaa]

2 hours ago, Hansifüx said:

I wonder if Barnes could replace Vardy at CF, I know Brendan tried once and it didn't work but I still believe he has great CF material!  I am aware that he is a different kind of a player who likes the ball a lot and  to face and pass opponents while Vardy is a pure opportunist. I appreciate Vardy's efficiency but I think his performance is dropping ... I wouldn't mind seeing Vardy come from the bench more often in future. 

it could work he has the pace that's for sure, can finish and can run with the ball ... his only negative is sometimes his final ball so transforming him into a striker to eventually take over from Vardy may be a good idea 

[Stadt]

He’s only just turned 23 too, he’s already delivering at a high standard and it still feels like he’s got a few more gears to find. 

[StanSP]

Thought he was quiet before the goal then smashed that in and it gave him a world of confidence. Gave him that lift and with the change in their shape it worked in his favour and he could run at them and be direct which suits him to a tee.

 

Also, can the commentators stop referencing his dad every game there's always a mention of what Paul did. They've just about got over doing it for Kasper! 

 

Having said that, how many other sides have professionals in the same squad who also had fathers who played in the Premier League? 

[Babylon]

1 hour ago, Ian Nacho said:

He’s the player we wanted Gray to be. 

Gray isn’t fit to lace his boots is he. Dread to think what the end product per minute comparison is.

[HybridFox]

Kept going for the full 90 mins today. Showing increasing maturity by the game

[shailen]

I think the Gareth bale comparisons are most appropriate here. He has the unique breed of speed and strength and if he can stay more composed in forward areas and add a little more finesse to his game, we've got a world class player here. 

[sdb]

Reminds me of Emile back in the day. Just want to watch him take players on for 90 mins, even though I know that's not how football works 🙄 🥴

[Ric Flair]

1 hour ago, StanSP said:

Thought he was quiet before the goal then smashed that in and it gave him a world of confidence. Gave him that lift and with the change in their shape it worked in his favour and he could run at them and be direct which suits him to a tee.

 

Also, can the commentators stop referencing his dad every game there's always a mention of what Paul did. They've just about got over doing it for Kasper! 

 

Having said that, how many other sides have professionals in the same squad who also had fathers who played in the Premier League? 

I thought his Dad played at a really low level, like York and the like? 

[Guest SO1]

That goal was so good I thought he was left footed. Honestly made me forget. Felt like that was the first game of the season where we actually opened up with some end to end play. Nice to know that we still have that in our locker. Fitting that Barnes had his best match of the season(sofar) today. The style fits him perfectly.

Edited 26 December 2020 by SO1

[baldeagle]

Like others have said he doesn’t half drift in and out of games but he’s got talent and young so will only improve with time.  

[eblair]

Got a rogue shout but he reminds me of Kaka so much the way he drives with the ball, just need a bit more end of product and what a player he is

[UniFox21]

When in full flight, his pace and directness is incredible. Had the United back line on strings at times. He's beginning to have that end product and its brilliant to see.

[Always Next Year]

Had a really good game today.

[Clever Fox]

He's growing in stature and confidence. Both Spurs and Ut'd put two men to watch him which shows how far he's come as a threat.

Today's goal will be another boost to his confidence and he's going to be a big player for us.

 

if we can get Under doing as good on the right wing this will ease the attention he get's and he'll flourish even more.

[Guest Col city fan]

I think it’s completely obvious that Barnes is a very very good player 

[Hollyfox]

1 minute ago, Col city fan said:

I think it’s completely obvious that Barnes is a very very good player 

It's incredible how many very, very good players, we now have. 

Exciting times💙👍

[Steve Earle]

Getting better all the time. He’s within a whisker of being a very good player.

[dylanlegend]

His movement actually reminds me or Robben.... I hope we can keep hold of him for years 

[Corky]

1 hour ago, Ric Flair said:

I thought his Dad played at a really low level, like York and the like? 

The commentators had to tell us, if only to stop mentioning that Kasper Schmeichel (nearly 400 appearances and a league title with us) was well known for being in photos of Man Utd celebrating 20-odd years ago.

[cambridgefox]

3 hours ago, StanSP said:

Thought he was quiet before the goal then smashed that in and it gave him a world of confidence. Gave him that lift and with the change in their shape it worked in his favour and he could run at them and be direct which suits him to a tee.

 

Also, can the commentators stop referencing his dad every game there's always a mention of what Paul did. They've just about got over doing it for Kasper! 

 

Having said that, how many other sides have professionals in the same squad who also had fathers who played in the Premier League? 

My mate works with Paul and I’ve been to  a few parties over the years with him there and he hasn’t even mentioned he played football once.Probably cringes everytime he hears it.

 

[foxile5]

He's great. I wish also have the aching feeling there's a lot more to come from him.