27 Jan 2017 17:58:25
Bit of talk about Raymond Verheijen, even Ed002 with a comment about his 'warning' to Klopp (Which I assume was a bit tongue in cheek) as fitness is clearly not the issue at the minute.

I feel like we've had 2 significant injuries (Matip's extended because of the uncertainty) December through January, although until recently people thought we were coping well without them. We were completely dominant against Southampton, we didn't create A LOT of chances but we created enough to score at least 2 (Sturridge over the bar twice around the six yard box) . The goal we conceded was on the counter attack from shouts for a penalty dismissed in our favor late on in the game, we needed a goal. I think we missed Gini big time around Southampton's box, Can is a little slow and not as energetic, as much as I like him.

It certainly wasn't a stellar performance (nor has recent form), and it's obviously disappointing to go out in the semis, but looking on the bright side we have Coutinho and Matip back. TAA can develop into a top drawer player in that right back decision as he's so effective going forward, at times he was the only one seizing the initiative in creating chances - even more exciting given he didn't let the occasion of a semi-final frighten him. Feel free to disagree, but I think we look in great shape in the mid to long term and we should just enjoy the ride. I'm sure Ed002 said a while ago it would be a bit like a Roller-coaster, as prescient as ever.

1.) 27 Jan 2017
27 Jan 2017 21:15:46
TAA was great going forwards but his crossing was terrible, definitely needs to work on that as the last couple of games I've seen him play, he does great getting up the pitch but it's that final ball in that let's him down. Still, he's young and will get better and I think will be a real quality right back for us, eventually

2.) 27 Jan 2017
27 Jan 2017 23:05:54
That's unfair on TAA, BP. Alright some went astray, but you'd expect that from a young lad and for the most part his crosses were right in the danger area and miles better than Clyne manages game after game after game. TAA is one of the very few that have come out of the last couple of matches with any credit.

3.) 28 Jan 2017
28 Jan 2017 00:07:55
I disagree, BPP. Some of the crosses TAA put in were peaches had the strikers made the necessary runs instead of being behind the play at times. He`s actually a better crosser than Clyne, IMO.

Fornax, I agree with you, on the whole. The team is just lacking in confidence and a confident team would have converted those chances and gotten that penalty call cos it was clear as day. We just need an important win to get us back on track and hopefully Tues will be the day but before then, we have to beat Wolves.

As for the Raymond fella, he needs to give it a rest. The injuries we suffered are joint injuries like the heel and Ankles for Hendo, Matip and Couts. Not muscle injuries where the strain of training and physical effort is mainly felt, IMO. We are having a rough time for diverse reasons but I doubt the ftness thing, is the issue.

4.) 28 Jan 2017
28 Jan 2017 09:57:28
TAA do need to work on his end product, both decisions and executing. But he has so many other things going for him and will be a great player for us for many years. His first touch is on par with Couthinos, pace, positioning going forward, short-& midrange passing are all very good and will get even better as he matures as a player.