Pearson's post match comments?

[m4DD0gg]

If it wasn't my club I'd love us to get Pulis in just to spite some of you and show you up for the idiots you are

 

Is that the same pulis who kept stoke in prem for years, got to an fa cup final/europa league and for first time in crystal palace history kept them in the prem?

[foxfanazer]

Is that the same pulis who kept stoke in prem for years, got to an fa cup final/europa league and for first time in crystal palace history kept them in the prem?

Yeah its also the same Pulis that has been slagged off on here on a number of occasions for playing mind numbingly boring and negative football and now after a good season at palace he's now a football messiah

[m4DD0gg]

Yeah its also the same Pulis that has been slagged off on here on a number of occasions for playing mind numbingly boring and negative football and now after a good season at palace he's now a football messiah

 

Maybe so but lets be fair watching leicester these last 5 matches is like watching paint dry. If Pearson was to go my 1st choice would be pulis but thats my opinion

[Monsell1976]

Yeah its also the same Pulis that has been slagged off on here on a number of occasions for playing mind numbingly boring and negative football and now after a good season at palace he's now a football messiah

Pulis no thanks, with you on this, we have players who don't suit the long ball game, even though we keep trying it, but just don't think my neck could handle his style

Keep saying it, but Pearson should get more time, but if he does go, I would like a manager that would be long term to take us forward, and pulis doesn't fit that bill for me, moyes, Mancini maybe if they would come.

[MC Prussian]

Staggering that so many fans can still get wound up by Pearson's post-match comments.

I mean, he's been with this club for years now, so I'd expect most people being able to see past the facade and look at his analysis more objectively.

[leftbackinthechangingroom]

Why should he care what people think? He is the one that's job is on the line not ours if results dont go right.

Fact of the matter is no matter what team pearson picks some fans will disagree that's football. It's easy for us as fans to pick players to be in the squad, but there must be reasons why some players aren't in the squad be it attitude, fitness etc.

So until he is sacked or resigns it will stay that way so it's up to us to support him and the team no matter how bad it may be.

[Bettsj2]

I think the dont care comments come from him not caring.

Guess what Nige? We dont care either now **** OFF!

[DANGEROUS TIGER]

What saddens me is that Pearson doesn't have the balls to admit he makes errors, and under performs with his so called tactical decisions.

[Leicesterpool]

I wasn't particular keen on his comments yesterday either but to be fair he's appeared appeared to come across as bit off asshole in the interviews for the last two years but he's got away with it, because of who he is. However i think the idea of some fans wanting him the sack now is a bit over the top, don't get me wrong results need to change as he's probably already walking on thin nice right now. But we know Nigel he's had bad patches before but managed to turn it round, we had a poor start in 2012-13 season and fans then were calling for his head but he managed put together a good run... until we had another bad run going towards the end of that season. 

[NotTheMarketLeader]

When Pearson talks about players not meeting the required standards he needs to remember himself, his coaches and almost the whole side right now and ask himself why?

Because he conducts the orchestra and right now they all seem to need re-tuning.

And instead of digging at down players with his not-so-veiled criticism Pearson needs to talk to himself and ask "why am I failing to get the best out of these people?"

Knockaert is a classic example. He's the most frustrating footballer but the requirements of him are simple. Pass the ball quickly and si,mply in the back two-thirds and excite yourself and others in the front third. If Pearson really can't effect that requirement as a manager then he's in the wrong job.

But Knockaert's not alone.

Think of so many of our players and ask if they're really playing at their best?

Schmeichel, DeLaet, Konchesky, Schlupp, Drinkwater, Cambiasso, Nugent, Ulloa, Vardy, "Long Lost" Upson, "Occasional" Albrighton.

Even the ever-competent King seems to have lost his ability to score.

That's a team full of footballers so surely it can't all be coincidental - especially given how well some of them played earlier in the season and even against top class opposition.

Pearson needs to start any inquest with himself and his staff...the people who mould the team and instil the confidence and focus in people.

Then he needs to think about his footballing philosophy and what's required of a successful football team.

Me, I'd want to represent something, like Manchester United or Southampton. I'd want to represent a spirit of adventure and, far from dropping the likes of Vardy, Schlupp, King, Knockaert and Mayrez, I'd be demanding and demonstrating how they could get the best of themselves.

I'd also be doing the same with Cambiasso. I'd be giving him a specific role and explaining precisely what I wanted from him in that role. The man seems to exude an air of responsibility and that's what I'd give him - in abundance. No kop outs, no failing to track people, no excuses and endless impact.

He, King and James would hold the team together and they'd be surrounded by pace, skill and determination. We'd move as a team - all for one and one for all - in defence and attack. No lame ducks and no fear. We'd ask so many questions we'd feel like the Inquisition.

The opposition? The only thing I'd want to know about the opposition is where the team had to play next. The same principles for any opposition would apply as a given and leaders in the team would effect those principles as a matter of course.

Otherwise when we had the ball we'd try to make things happen and score the goals necessary to win. When they had the ball we'd give em not a moment's peace and work damned hard to see that the people who could play wouldn't ever get the ball to show it.

Positive, positive, positve.....and who dares would win enough to hold their heads high. Week in, week out.

NAILED IT!!!!

I

[AjcW]

A slightly different view.

The problem with the whole Pearson sitting in the stand thing was always going to be when things started going wrong and he decided to go back downstairs.

As a player as soon as i've seen that i'd take a big hit in confidence because it would be like official confirmation that even the gaffer is starting to worry!

[Babylon]

The people who voice their opinions to Stringer as the drongos you get on the phone in, so quite frankly I wouldn't want my manager to give a shit about some muppet  telling him to play x player and y formation. 

 

I just want to look at what is going wrong with his selections and fix the problem. Him not caring about Thracian going on about apes, Andy King, Alan Sheehan etc is some what down the list of what I want from my manager.

[Thracian]

The people who voice their opinions to Stringer as the drongos you get on the phone in, so quite frankly I wouldn't want my manager to give a shit about some muppet  telling him to play x player and y formation. 

 

I just want to look at what is going wrong with his selections and fix the problem. Him not caring about Thracian going on about apes, Andy King, Alan Sheehan etc is some what down the list of what I want from my manager.

 

 

But then you know and I know you've defended a lot of bad managers in your time. And right now this manager is showing little sign of being able to right far too many things that are going wrong at the same time. Even things that have been a problem for years. I don't think Pearson is a bad manager but he's managing badly at the moment and not for the first time when things have gone wrong. 

[chris_lcfc_85]

But then you know and I know you've defended a lot of bad managers in your time. And right now this manager is showing little sign of being able to right far too many things that are going wrong at the same time. Even things that have been a problem for years. 

 

Give him a chance..... Everyone knows he's made errors this season and prior but on each occasion he's come out the other side with success.

 

He may not this time in fairness but he 100% deserves chance to sort it

[Babylon]

But then you know and I know you've defended a lot of bad managers in your time.

No, I've defended their right to actually prove themselves one way or another. I've never said any of them were any good, but defended my belief that it can take time to build a team.

[Thracian]

Some of the people you defended weren't ever going to build a team and it was perfectly plain to see. You just didn't seem to want to accept it. Perhaps it's in your nature to defend the bloke in charge. 

[Thracian]

Give him a chance..... Everyone knows he's made errors this season and prior but on each occasion he's come out the other side with success.

 

He may not this time in fairness but he 100% deserves chance to sort it

 

 

I am giving him chance. I've not called for his head or even thought about doing so.

To Babs' irritation I've pointed out some of the things he's doing wrong because I'd like him to get em right and will happily sing his praises when he does.

Saturday's was an improved performance compared with the previous four games but the lack of threatening width on the left was a major flaw as was our inability/unwillingness to break quickly and in numbers.

We also had too many reasonably good players who were way short of their best - Drinkwater, Konchesky, Nugent and Vardy if you want names. There'll often be one or two but four is too many.

[Babylon]

Some of the people you defended weren't ever going to build a team and it was perfectly plain to see.

I suppose it was as perfectly plain to see as it was when you wanted Pearson out along with a load of other people. How did that turn out?

 

You said the same things about those managers as you have Pearson. Perhaps it's in your nature to think you know more than a professional, when it's clear you don't.

[RedSoxUK]

This week: Done by a freak own goal
Last week: Swansea better with us away from home.
Week before: Done by last minute free-kick

Week before: Palace better with us away from home.

Week before: Outclassed Man U

 

I wouldn't start worrying or putting pressure under Pearson, not till this season is done. 

Over time we'll be picking up points at a faster rate than hopefully 4/5 other teams as we're supposed to do.

Pearson can say whatever he wants for all I care as long as they work on errors and flaws and get the end result done by staying up.

[Babylon]

I am giving him chance. I've not called for his head or even thought about doing so. To Babs' irritation I've pointed out some of the things he's doing wrong because I'd like him to get em right and I'll happily sing his praises when he does. Saturday's was an improved performance compared with the previous four games but the lack of threatening width on the left was a major flaw as was our inability/unwillingness to break quickly and in numbers. 

To my irritation. What are you talking about?

 

I've said I don't care if Pearson isn't interested in fans thoughts on his chosen tactics, I'm glad he isn't because if he was he'd be more confused than he already looks as every fan has a different opinion on who is good, who isn't, who should play where etc. Whether it's my opinion, your opinion or anyone else, I want him to not listen to us but to look at what is going wrong and work out how to fix it.

 

I've stated god knows how many times that I believe he has been making mistakes, in fact I said almost as much again in the post you quoted. Pearson is receiving fair critisism on his performances and needs to do better, but the answer isn't listening to 30,000 people all picking different teams and formations themselves.

[MattyFromLE]

It's us who paid to see the Stoke win, what Foxes Talk voted as the greatest game in our history against Man United a few weeks ago, exciting draws with Arsenal and Everton. I think we've had a pretty good deal so far.

 

We've just been promoted, we're 17th, stop moaning.

 

Finally! I was hoping someone on here with a little common sense would pipe up.

 

Why the **** does everything Pearson say have to have some deeper meaning? I don't think his comments were aimed at Riyad - why would they be? 

 

For the most part on Saturday we dealt well with West Broms attacks, they're quick. What disappointed me is that we didn't have any urgency.

 

But lets not forget - this is arguably the best league in the world. This isn't Barnsley away, or Ipswich at home. These are teams with WORLD class players in that are dangerous. Did we all think we'd just walk it?

[Thracian]

To my irritation. What are you talking about?

 

I've said I don't care if Pearson isn't interested in fans thoughts on his chosen tactics, I'm glad he isn't because if he was he'd be more confused than he already looks as every fan has a different opinion on who is good, who isn't, who should play where etc. Whether it's my opinion, your opinion or anyone else, I want him to not listen to us but to look at what is going wrong and work out how to fix it.

 

I've stated god knows how many times that I believe he has been making mistakes, in fact I said almost as much again in the post you quoted. Pearson is receiving fair critisism on his performances and needs to do better, but the answer isn't listening to 30,000 people all picking different teams and formations themselves.

 

 

There you are...you still sound irritated! .

And the 30,000 people aren't all picking different teams. If they were you'd have a stronger point.

But lots of them are seeing the same things and if, as you say, Pearson seems "confused" then maybe it would help him to listen to a cacophony of strong voices and consider whether they might have a collective point. 

[Babylon]

There you are...you still sound irritated! .

And the 30,000 people aren't all picking different teams. If they were you'd have a stronger point.

But lots of them are seeing the same things and if, as you say, Pearson seems "confused" then maybe it would help him to listen to a cacophony of strong voices and consider whether they might have a collective point. 

Read through the what team would you play threads, there are huge numbers of differing teams and formations.

[Thracian]

I suppose it was as perfectly plain to see as it was when you wanted Pearson out along with a load of other people. How did that turn out?

 

You said the same things about those managers as you have Pearson. Perhaps it's in your nature to think you know more than a professional, when it's clear you don't.

 

I suppose it was as perfectly plain to see as it was when you wanted Pearson out along with a load of other people. How did that turn out?

 

You said the same things about those managers as you have Pearson. Perhaps it's in your nature to think you know more than a professional, when it's clear you don't.

 

 

I've not called for Pearson's head because he has shown he can learn and do better from a bad experience and he's clearly still learning in The Premiership just as he had to learn in The Championship.

 

But the experience of the first time should really have helped him deal with today's issues and there's no firm signs that he's doing it yet.

 

I still have reservations about Pearson's managerial ability, his attention to detail (a requirement he talks about himself) and his footballing philosophy. They are the same reservations I've always had and the last few months have only added one or two more.

 

Nor do I regret anything about my stance during Pearson's last crisis. He should have got us up a year earlier and only succededed in doing so the following year by taking on board some of the widespread criticism he received (much of it for the reasons he's being criticised now with his partial negativity).  

 

As for believing I know better than a professional the point is trite and irrelevent.

 

This forum invites opinion and without those opinions there wouldn't be a forum. 

[Thracian]

Read through the what team would you play threads, there are huge numbers of differing teams and formations.

 

 

I don't  need to do the reading but you might benefit.

In doing so you might note how many people pick teams to negate our poor passing, lack of movement, support, width, attacking intent and so on.

Many have much the same personnel and even the variety of systems can be fluid. What so many scream out for is to show some intent and not just sit back until the opposition scores and makes us play...like we did again on Saturday even in a home game. Scoring zero won't keep us up.