Commando Canary 0 Posted April 21, 2017 Had a good game. Can''t say the same for Martin unfortunately, the weakest link. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herman 9,583 Posted April 21, 2017 FFS, give it a rest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted April 21, 2017 Good contribution Herman👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted April 21, 2017 Exceeding your usual standard 👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,502 Posted April 21, 2017 Bennett was Ok, Martin was better as he defended just as well but actually distributed the ball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted April 21, 2017 After the first ten minutes when even the commentator mentioned aimless balls upfield, I though the back four did pretty well on and off the ball. And Bennett started playing passes to feet.Credit where credit is due. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickdundee 0 Posted April 21, 2017 Better at pointing But bennet was the better of the two of them at defending,you know what they''re actually there for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,502 Posted April 21, 2017 Bennett has never been the better defender. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted April 21, 2017 Benno has put in some important tackles in the last couple of games,but as a defensive unit my confidence in our back four is shot, whoever is playing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clint 221 Posted April 21, 2017 All of the defence played well tonight. Ironically against a team managed by Hughton! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,502 Posted April 21, 2017 I mean the OPs post would almost had been reasonable had it not been for the fact that he himself has started Martin bashing posts and then somehow tried to turn Bennett having an alright game into another Martin bash.It''s pathetic at the best of times but for Martin''s 300th game for us I suggest anyone who has a desire to slate him tonight is struggling with jealousy and most likely over compensating for something.....small. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted April 21, 2017 Small man syndrome has been a problem on this board from time to time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Commando Canary 0 Posted April 21, 2017 Just stating what I saw, he was rooted to the ground, no ariel presence, poor distribution when under no pressure. Put a decent centre back next to Bennett and he has a chance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Commando Canary 0 Posted April 21, 2017 What''s your issue Van? Don''t like it that someone has a different opinion to you? So you try and make it personal? Pathetic! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,502 Posted April 21, 2017 Yet Bennett was the one out of position unable to get up for several headers whilst Martin''s distribution was actually generally good as it always is. Bennett takes whatever option devoids him of responsibility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyboy 0 Posted April 21, 2017 Thought the whole back five played well tonight, don''t know how anyone can say they didn''t after keeping a clean sheet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted April 21, 2017 Canary Utd II wrote the following post at 21/04/2017 10:56 PM:What''s your issue Van? Don''t like it that someone has a different opinion to you? So you try and make it personal? Pathetic! Not at all, please feel free to make your point and forgive me for agreeing with hoggy👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoola Han Solo 448 Posted April 21, 2017 OP is a grade A bellend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoola Han Solo 448 Posted April 21, 2017 I note that the OP''s only ever posts appear to be Martin bashing. Have you not got any other topics to discuss? Maybe you could have a w ank over Bennett instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishbone 8 Posted April 21, 2017 Yes, Bennett was good tonight. But both he, Martin, Klose, Bassong are weak when put under any considerable pressure. The 5-4 Liverpool game and, before that, the Newcastle game in the premiership were the beginning of the end for this Norwich city defence. I''d imagine we''ll keep one of Martin or Bennett but i''d expect 2-3 new centrebacks. I hope Dijks stays cos he is very suited to the physicality of the championship. Although Pinto has had a good season, I still think he''s a suspect defenderOne good game out of 4-5 for a central defender just isn''t good enough and that''s we need some proper defenders for next season! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJP 79 Posted April 22, 2017 Don''t think there can be too many complaints about the defence tonight.But at the same time we can''t let that take away from how poor it has been. Needs changes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray 111 Posted April 22, 2017 Canary Utd II, said;"Just stating what I saw, he was rooted to the ground, no ariel presence, poor distribution when under no pressure."The following stats simply show you have, shall we say a blind spot, and that''s being kind, both RM & RB won 3 aerials duels.This obviously puts you, and your rants, into perspective. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
he 0 Posted April 22, 2017 The defense was ok today. Against a team who seemed to have had a long promotion party the last week. But the defenders of this club should be shipped out and replaced. Klose, Bennett, Bassong, Whittaker should all be replaced. And maybe Russell Martin to. As a centre half he is not good enough. But as a right back he may could stay, and then we could get back the Norfolk Cafu! None of the defenders is no longer good and consistent enough for a top Championship side. The defensive problems has to be resolved. This lot has showed over many hears they are not up to it in the long run. Massive clear out is needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
City 2nd 191 Posted April 22, 2017 Why is there a need to bash any of them, the defence played reasonably well, but were helped by a toothless front line who created very little. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pliff 4 Posted April 22, 2017 [quote user="hogesar"]Yet Bennett was the one out of position unable to get up for several headers whilst Martin''s distribution was actually generally good as it always is. Bennett takes whatever option devoids him of responsibilities.[/quote]Do you wear those blinkers in bed, 300 appearances is about 200 too many buts that''s just my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellowbeagle 0 Posted April 22, 2017 It''s pretty pathetic than people cant acknowledge that Bennett or Martin had good games tonight without having a go at one or the other.I''m of the opinion i''d like to see a couple of new centre backs for next season but last night they both had good games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,502 Posted April 22, 2017 I agree, they did yellowbeagle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lessingham Canary 99 Posted April 22, 2017 Defence played really well last night, Murray has been a threat all season and never had a look in. Martin even won headers ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sillysausage 13 Posted April 22, 2017 No need to bash anyone last night, I thought the whole team played well. Who/what were you bashing last night Canary Utd II ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites