chili_con_carne Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 In my opinion is a league 1 striker at best, he shouldn't even be played on the wing at ANY club. He started his career as a striker, he has got a good/half decent strike on him but that is about it. He has no attributes needed to be a winger. I think he needs to look at himself and just admit he's not as good as he thinks he is! Just my opinion but him and wellens have completely lost it now. And i think pearson realises that now with signing marshall and drinkwater. What you all think - is Gallagher really a winger? No pace to beat the left back, no general awareness on the field, no passion or commitment anymore. Get rid. Midfield for Brighton - Marshall - Drinkwater - Danns - Fonz
chili_con_carne Posted 2 February 2012 Author Posted 2 February 2012 Also - He was very quick apparently. But that was in 2004. according to berti vogts on gallaghers wiki. You know your shit when you only make 1 appearance for scotland. Gallagher's form for Blackburn Rovers in January 2004 impressed then-manager of Scotland Berti Vogts, who described him as "very quick, strong and with good body movement."[27] He made his international debut on 18 February 2004, as a 67th minute substitute in a 4–0 defeat against Wales.[28]
burni Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 We play him for his technical ability, when thats not up to scratch hes pretty useless unfortunately, however when its good he can be the most valuble player on the pitch.
JayPittardBlueatheart Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 All of you guys should stop moaning about Gallagher. No offence but the lad has got 7 goals and 2 assists this season, he is dedicated to the club and wears his badge on his heart. Apart from his corners today, his set pieces are premiership quality and we look most dangerous from things he can create from set pieces. Fair enough he is no Nani but don't criticise or blame, get behind all the lads, UP THE CITY! <3
Lesta Legend Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 We play him for his technical ability, when thats not up to scratch hes pretty useless unfortunately, however when its good he can be the most valuble player on the pitch. Exactly, but inconsistency is the story of our season and there are weaklinks in the team that help towards this. Time will tell but drinkwater and Marshall will definitely start getting in ahead of these talented yet inconsistent performers. Am glad he played tripe today gives Pearson the green light to throw Marshall in ahead of gally, the youngster I hope can make that position his and make gally realise he is a squad player. Maybe motivate him a bit more too.
Haydos Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 He's been poor yes. But he's not being played as a 'winger' or a striker.
SOCCERROO FOX Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Gally is one great performance or one 'lad' tweet away from being called a Leicester Legend again.
StanSP Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 In my opinion is a league 1 striker at best, he shouldn't even be played on the wing at ANY club. He started his career as a striker, he has got a good/half decent strike on him but that is about it. He has no attributes needed to be a winger. I think he needs to look at himself and just admit he's not as good as he thinks he is! Just my opinion but him and wellens have completely lost it now. And i think pearson realises that now with signing marshall and drinkwater. What you all think - is Gallagher really a winger? No pace to beat the left back, no general awareness on the field, no passion or commitment anymore. Get rid. Midfield for Brighton - Marshall - Drinkwater - Danns - Fonz Fully believe Drinkwater was brought in because Abe has left us and King is out for the season. I don't think it has anything to do with Wellens being off form. As for Marshall, he's signed because we do need a winger, yes. But I disagree that Gallagher (or Wellens) has 'completely lost it'. Bull crap. I know for a fact I'm in the minority for defending Gallagher, but what I will say is that tonight was poor, yes. He probably knows it himself that he was rubbish today and can have no complaints about being brought off. His set-pieces were way off standard but the best thing to do is just put this performance behind him. I don't expect him to start on Saturday and in all honesty he probably does need a rest, which in turn is perfect for Marshall to come straight in. Gallagher isn't being used correctly on the right hand side of the midfield. It's the old Leicester way though to play players out of position. That's not Gally's fault. If he gets told to play in a specific position, he has to do that. It's what you do as a player. You do as you're told by your superior, i.e. Nigel Pearson. He knows he's not a winger but at least he goes out there each match trying to deputise in a makeshift position. He's provided a fair few assists or chances for Nugent and Beckford and without some of those crosses he's put in Personally, I think he sits perfect just in the hole behind the front 2 but our formation doesn't suit that right now. With Wellens coming back in to form after a horrible month or 2, it seems as if King's injury has freed him up a bit, as well as having a new midfield partner in Danns. It's something fresh and it seems to be working well recently. I think it'd be wise for Pearson not to select Gallagher for 2 or 3 games so that Marshall can try and settle in, and we just have to hope Marshall doesn't get injured. Then again, it'd be harsh from a fans point of view to expect him to settle in to a new club immediately and fire on all cylinders straight away. A rest might do Gallagher good, who knows. As I said, I'm in the minority for supporting Gallagher and I'm half-expecting a barrage of rejection and posts like '**** it, sell him, he's shit' in response to this.
ozleicester Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Gallagher is still one of the best footballers we have, no he doesnt go plowing into tackles like Howard etc (he also doesnt get sent off for being a clumsy twat).. but he holds up opponents, allows us to structure the defence. His passing is a good as anyone in the side and can actually open a defence with a sharp ball. His deadball work is anywhere from brilliant to abysmal, but thats the risk you take. It once again seems that just because he isnt throwing himself, all arms and legs, at everything, he doesnt have the passion and must be got rid of
Greg2607 Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 All of you guys should stop moaning about Gallagher. No offence but the lad has got 7 goals and 2 assists this season, he is dedicated to the club and wears his badge on his heart. Apart from his corners today, his set pieces are premiership quality and we look most dangerous from things he can create from set pieces. Fair enough he is no Nani but don't criticise or blame, get behind all the lads, UP THE CITY! <3 I cant agree with that. His set pieces last night were poor and I lost count of the number of times that he failed to beat the first man from set pieces. If we are playing a 4-4-2 then we cant use gallagher. too often he took up a position that was too narrow and it lost us the opportunity to get outside the full back and put crosses in. he IS NOT a winger. never will be. his natural instinct seems to be to be more central. maybe as a wide striker in a 4-4-3 but even then, he lacks the pace to get the wrong side of his man. That said, i'm not OVERLY critical of his performance last night, he battled back where needed and got some important challenges in. For me though, he upsets the balance and shape of the side.
Mack Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 He's clearly not fit, it's not fair to judge him on the last couple of games because he is not right.
Ashlar86 Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Am sorry but he hasnt really been anything to cheer about from day 1 unfortnately my mind works in mysterious ways such as if another team aint tried to buy them or shown interest then they really aint good enough to play for leicester......
jonlcfc1990 Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Am sorry but he hasnt really been anything to cheer about from day 1 unfortnately my mind works in mysterious ways such as if another team aint tried to buy them or shown interest then they really aint good enough to play for leicester...... Nothing to cheer? Where you not there then when this happened? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xFqGQHd-KI Lets not mention the fact that when we do get a penalty his conversion rate is unbelievable so much to say when we get a penalty its in! I'm sick of people getting on his back i don't see anyone else going for every corner going for every free kick do you? No wonder with all the abuse gallagher brings on himself Danns had one corner was horrible did the crowd boo and jeer and want him subbed? Oh no a wave of support had washed over their sad little faces singing we love you palace Leicester so everyone ignored it oh and konch's free kick but again it doesn't matter because we were getting behind the lads LIKE WE ARE SUPPOSED TO! Gallagher is a good player he isnt a winger but he's happy to get his place where ever it is on the pitch because for some strange reason he still loves playing for the people who boo and cheer when he gets subbed and abuse his Wife on twitter. No one mentions Kaspers 40% rate on Goal kicks (ATLEAST HE SHOWS passion) or the fact that Danns looks like a lost child sometimes and nearly gave away a goal similer to the SOTON mistake on monday(HES FUNNY ON TWITTER INIT), Maybe this is what we do now moan until there good hasn't anyone learnt their lesson from Beckford? Booing him Berating him wanting him gone now? they'd let him do them from behind it's just pathetic. TRY SUPPORTING HIM!
Happy Fox Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 I cannot see where he fits in our team he isn't a winger nor a striker, he should be on the bench.
steveherbe Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 All of you guys should stop moaning about Gallagher. No offence but the lad has got 7 goals and 2 assists this season, he is dedicated to the club and wears his badge on his heart. Apart from his corners today, his set pieces are premiership quality and we look most dangerous from things he can create from set pieces. Fair enough he is no Nani but don't criticise or blame, get behind all the lads, UP THE CITY! <3 You are joking!!! Talk me through that free kick in the first half where he hit it directly into the wall. Same position as Boro scored from second half. Premiership quality my arse, unless you are talking about Hinckley Sunday league Premiership??
Guest Col city fan Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Whatever your thoughts are on Gally, it's true to say that he was shite last night and offered nothing. However, let's be fair, neither did Lloyd Dyer last night. Two poor performances from our 'wide men'.. How this season could have been so different with two good 'wide men' from the start.
Happy Fox Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Whatever your thoughts are on Gally, it's true to say that he was shite last night and offered nothing. However, let's be fair, neither did Lloyd Dyer last night. Two poor performances from our 'wide men'.. How this season could have been so different with two good 'wide men' from the start. Too true, NP has got one of his men in, in Marshall, and I expect come the summer we will get another winger. I do think that it is quite likely that some of the first team i.e Wellens and Gallagher will depart come the summer if we fail to make the playoffs, we have the nucleus of a good squad that can challenge for automatic promotion next season.
Babylon Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Gallagher = The new Richie Wellens (aka scape goat).
Callabinho Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Gally is the type of player who thrives when you're team is playing well! He can offer something from nothing and has that touch of class about him, however when we don't play well neither does Gally! Because it shows all of his weaknesses! He isn't a poor player, but his work rate and 'physical' aspects of the game are poor, so maybe in future if we are stuck in a bit of a fight, it's better to play players who have that extra bit of tenacity and bite about them! I.E Drinkwater!
Happy Fox Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 Gallagher = The new Richie Wellens (aka scape goat). They are both not good enough for a team that wants promotion, if they are still here next season in the first team then we are going nowhere bench players at the very best.
davieG Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 I always think of him as a poorer version of Beckham who was not a winger in the true sense either as he rarely ever took on the fullback and if he did he get pass him it was through the use of 1-2-1 passing with a colleague. Both Gallagher and Dyer often suffer from a lack of support, so many times last night they were out wide looking to get the ball in the box but marked by two or more defenders with absolutely no support and invariably failed to get a cross and only to lose the ball. We're simply not a 'team' anywhere on the pitch yet, the defence, midfield and even Nugent and Beckford are still playing like strangers for a long periods of games
Karljohn Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 I always think of him as a poorer version of Beckham who was not a winger in the true sense either as he rarely ever took on the fullback and if he did he get pass him it was through the use of 1-2-1 passing with a colleague. Both Gallagher and Dyer often suffer from a lack of support, so many times last night they were out wide looking to get the ball in the box but marked by two or more defenders with absolutely no support and invariably failed to get a cross and only to lose the ball. We're simply not a 'team' anywhere on the pitch yet, the defence, midfield and even Nugent and Beckford are still playing like strangers for a long periods of games Spot on, but just to add, the one thing that baffles me with Gallagher is that he can hit a dead ball from 30 yards over a wall and score, and yet he cannot beat the first man on a corner, and the reason we lie mid table is because of these in/out players who suffer huge dips in form, top post DavieG
Happy Fox Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 I always think of him as a poorer version of Beckham who was not a winger in the true sense either as he rarely ever took on the fullback and if he did he get pass him it was through the use of 1-2-1 passing with a colleague. Both Gallagher and Dyer often suffer from a lack of support, so many times last night they were out wide looking to get the ball in the box but marked by two or more defenders with absolutely no support and invariably failed to get a cross and only to lose the ball. We're simply not a 'team' anywhere on the pitch yet, the defence, midfield and even Nugent and Beckford are still playing like strangers for a long periods of games I think it is a bit harsh to be critical of Nugent and Beckford that is a partnership that seems to be blossoming. The midfield as you pointed out is still imbalanced but if Marshall is on the wing and Drinkwater starts the game and replaces Wellens then you will see gradual improvements, the defense is good enough, and with Wes Morgan and Bamba to come back we have two defenders who will help us in nullifying stubborn gritty forwards particulary last night where both Mills and St Ledger to an extent struggled.
davieG Posted 2 February 2012 Posted 2 February 2012 I think it is a bit harsh to be critical of Nugent and Beckford that is a partnership that seems to be blossoming. The midfield as you pointed out is still imbalanced but if Marshall is on the wing and Drinkwtater starts the game and replaces Wellens then you will see gradual improvements, the defense is good enough, and with Wes Morgan and Bamba to come back we have two defenders who will help us in nullifying stubborn gritty forwards particulary last night where both Mills and St Ledger to an extent struggled. Yes it is improving but it's nowhere near a partnership, besides my comments were not intended as a criticism but as an observation, I deplore this constant change of managers and players so it's inevitable that over the past 10 years we've rarely ended up with a team in the truest sense so my criticism if it is that is aim at the owners we've had during that time. Even you are pinning your hopes on the new players making the difference and maybe they will but it wont necessarily be instant and if it isn't then I'm sure we can expect may 'he's' shit topics popping up for them. all players have their weaknesses and it's upto the manager to make best use of their skills to benefit the team as whole that takes time to suss out we never give our managers that time.
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