Mack Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 For me he was superb yesterday. His performance was even more impressive given his lack of game time recently. I predict he will form a partnership with Big Wes that will see us have one of the best defences in the Championship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashley Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 Was excellent for Norwich City when he played for him. My Norwich supporting mates where pissed off when they didn't offer Zak a new contract he is more than capable at this level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 Made a potentially damaging error which he then repeated but apart from that, and I mentioned it at the time I thought he was very good, comfortable on the ball, powerful 'directed' headers and capable of a decent pass but also knew when to get shot of the ball. I actually thought he looked an accomplished player in the Burton horror show until he made a big error and seem to lose his composure, let's hope that was just debut nerves and a lack of games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mack Posted 21 October 2012 Author Share Posted 21 October 2012 Made a potentially damaging error which he then repeated but apart from that, and I mentioned it at the time I thought he was very good, comfortable on the ball, powerful 'directed' headers and capable of a decent pass but also knew when to get shot of the ball. I actually thought he looked an accomplished player in the Burton horror show until he made a big error and seem to lose his composure, let's hope that was just debut nerves and a lack of games. I agree, he was good against Burton apart from the error. I also agree and like the fact that his distribution from the back is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thracian Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 For me he was superb yesterday. His performance was even more impressive given his lack of game time recently. I predict he will form a partnership with Big Wes that will see us have one of the best defences in the Championship. I don't say you're wrong because the bloke looked a proper footballer for most of the time yesterday. But, for all his obvious quality, I've seen him play three times and on every occasion he either gifted, or very nearly gifted, the opposition a goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrumFox Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I have to agree, think him, Wes and Konch will make a formidable defence (still not sure about de laet). With SSL in back up, i think we've got pretty decent centre half combinations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuddly ken Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I have to agree, think him, Wes and Konch will make a formidable defence (still not sure about de laet). With SSL in back up, i think we've got pretty decent centre half combinations. That's a bit disrespectful to SSL, who was part of the defence that went on our recent good run. Can't see SSL being happy as back up so it will be interesting to see if NP now bombs him out like he did with Becks and Danns. After all NP has a habit of keep playing his signings come what may so we could find ourselves without a proven international CB come Jan. The last thing we need if we are to push for promotion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxfromburbage Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 SSL , Zak and Wes will all be needed , they know that and will be comfortable playing their part. I can't see any dummies being thrown out the pram now ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrumFox Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 That's a bit disrespectful to SSL, who was part of the defence that went on our recent good run. Can't see SSL being happy as back up so it will be interesting to see if NP now bombs him out like he did with Becks and Danns. After all NP has a habit of keep playing his signings come what may so we could find ourselves without a proven international CB come Jan. The last thing we need if we are to push for promotion. I didn't mean that to be disrespectful. I just meant that because he's out for 4 weeks he will likely be in back up for the time being. With rotation, he will more than likely get his fair share of games. I do really rate him, and I think the three of them provide a very stable basis for the rest of the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crisp packet Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 Was quality yesterday , did make one bad clearance that hit somebody on the back I think and nearly gifted them a chance ? But was quality ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentFox Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 That's a bit disrespectful to SSL, who was part of the defence that went on our recent good run. Can't see SSL being happy as back up so it will be interesting to see if NP now bombs him out like he did with Becks and Danns. After all NP has a habit of keep playing his signings come what may so we could find ourselves without a proven international CB come Jan. The last thing we need if we are to push for promotion. ZW had to wait sooooo patiently for his chance. SSL may well have to do the same to get back in. I think players are less inclined to react badly if they see the same criteria being applied consistently ..... and NP does that very well indeed. If you are playing well, you keep the shirt. I also think that if agents are savvy, (and they are), then players may well be thinking about promotion bonuses and less inclined to want to abandon ship if they aren't starting automatically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iwan is a Welshman Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I was impressed at his composure. Especially considering his lack of game time, the fact we were away from home, and the fact that Marlon King is a dangerous striker at this level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bettsj2 Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 SSL will inevitably get game time once ZW inevitably gets injured. Thats not having a go, its just being realistic. The fact that both seem to be able to slot in fine with Big Wes, bodes very well for us this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryn Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I don't say you're wrong because the bloke looked a proper footballer for most of the time yesterday. But, for all his obvious quality, I've seen him play three times and on every occasion he either gifted, or very nearly gifted, the opposition a goal. Probably a bit of rustiness to be fair. If his general game appears to be of a decent quality it's probably worth giving him the benefit of the doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corky Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 He does look like he has a mistake in him, but he also looks composed and in control most of the time. Playing next to Morgan will help. When St Ledger is back we've got three very competent and capable centre-backs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuddly ken Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I didn't mean that to be disrespectful. I just meant that because he's out for 4 weeks he will likely be in back up for the time being. With rotation, he will more than likely get his fair share of games. I do really rate him, and I think the three of them provide a very stable basis for the rest of the team. Point taken but didn't NP say that he expects Zak to play every game once he's fit? I don't think bonus's are a major factor with SSL I think he's the type who just wants to play, plus he needs regular football to keep his place in the Ireland team. If we keep winning then everything will be fine but should we lose a few and NP sticks with the same players as he did at Wolves when he opted to play Moore instead of playing SSL. Then there could be problems. Look what happened there? I just hope things we can continue in the automatic places and that NP handle the squad wisely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingfox Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 St Ledger has been absolutely excellent until he got injured again, very consistent, given MOTM on here against Middlesbrough, and all other games he was fantastic. Whitbread is a very good defender, and given game time he will only grow and grow. Morgan, Whitbread and St Ledger are three fantastic options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluetintedspecs Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 I don't say you're wrong because the bloke looked a proper footballer for most of the time yesterday. But, for all his obvious quality, I've seen him play three times and on every occasion he either gifted, or very nearly gifted, the opposition a goal. He has made a couple of errors, however he is gaining match fitness and acclimatising to the team.I think overall he looks powerful/ imposing, solid and assured on the ball. Like what I see and think him & Captain Morgan will be immense a la Elliott Taggart Walsh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lestajigs Posted 21 October 2012 Share Posted 21 October 2012 Morgan/whitbread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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