GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,738 Posted October 31, 2020 Thought he did ok today...but a little raw and decision making not quite there yet. Will be a threat particularly on the break like the 2nd half today purely because of his pace, but has to take advantage of that by playing the right ball. Hernandez doesnt always get it right but can't help feel that he would have had a field day in that second half today ...need him back asap 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chelm Canary 404 Posted October 31, 2020 I thought he did well but it's clear Pukki gets very frustrated with his decision making. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,680 Posted October 31, 2020 1 minute ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: Thought he did ok today...but a little raw and decision making not quite there yet. Will be a threat particularly on the break like the 2nd half today purely because of his pace, but has to take advantage of that by playing the right ball. Hernandez doesnt always get it right but can't help feel that he would have had a field day in that second half today ...need him back asap Indeed, I'm sure after some time being beside Pukki he will start to improve his quick choice making. Quite a few times he could have passed to Pukki in an open goal situation, which I'm sure when the players watch the highlights Pukki will no doubt point out to him 🤣 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaltimoreBird 127 Posted October 31, 2020 1 minute ago, Chelm Canary said: I thought he did well but it's clear Pukki gets very frustrated with his decision making. On the last attempt (I think it was the last one) that Placheta put wide and Pukki put his head down in frustration, after watching the replay I'm not so sure that Puuki wasn't more frustrated with not having received the initial pass. Once Placheta had the ball there really wasn't much way to get the ball back across to Pukki. Could very well be wrong, but I do believe Pukki could have been in on goal if the first pass had gone to him. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ron obvious 1,501 Posted October 31, 2020 Considering he's only just come into the team I think he's done the best he could. Once he's got the measure of our other players I think his decision making will be better. A good addition to the squad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,329 Posted October 31, 2020 In the first half particularly, his runs took a defender with him , leaving Pukki with one less to deal with. He was also pretty quick to track back , although may take a bit to get used to the blocks and nudges that go on off the ball in this league. Will be a very useful outlet in games with his pace, just better decisions in and around the pen area..... much as can be said for Argos, though I thought his movement to be smarter than Onels, quicker but less body strength. Good options. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirku 1,332 Posted October 31, 2020 Got all the physical attributes to be a real asset. Fairly clear it wasn't in the plan to have him starting quite so soon. The things he lacks can be coached into him, the weapon he brings can't. Surely that's a good thing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,329 Posted October 31, 2020 2 minutes ago, kirku said: Got all the physical attributes to be a real asset. Fairly clear it wasn't in the plan to have him starting quite so soon. The things he lacks can be coached into him, the weapon he brings can't. Surely that's a good thing. Absolutely. So light on his feet as well , he'll draw plenty of fouls. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted October 31, 2020 3 hours ago, kirku said: Got all the physical attributes to be a real asset. Fairly clear it wasn't in the plan to have him starting quite so soon. The things he lacks can be coached into him, the weapon he brings can't. Surely that's a good thing. Yes I was hasty, hope he develops into a good player. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feedthewolf 4,844 Posted October 31, 2020 4 hours ago, Chelm Canary said: I thought he did well but it's clear Pukki gets very frustrated with his decision making. There was also at least one occasion (I think in the first half) where Pukki could/should have laid Placheta in when he'd made a perfect run, but turned back instead. Agree that Placheta's decision making was pretty poor, but it did cut both ways. My wife asked whether they'd had a row in training or something, as in the first half in particular neither of them seemed to want to pass to the other! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,531 Posted October 31, 2020 (edited) 16 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: Yes I was hasty, hope he develops into a good player. You're quite often hasty, aren't you. Maybe think a bit more before you cast aspersions on people? As you did in the Delia thread, amongst others. Edited October 31, 2020 by lake district canary 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted October 31, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, lake district canary said: As you did in the Delia thread Well this is ironic... the Delia thread was the first time I've ever felt popular on here 🤣  Edited October 31, 2020 by TeemuVanBasten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,947 Posted October 31, 2020 No need to go back to retail just yet, a lot more involved today and should have been on the scoresheet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,531 Posted October 31, 2020 20 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: 1 hour ago, lake district canary said: You're quite often hasty, aren't you. Maybe think a bit more before you cast aspersions on people? As you did in the Delia thread, amongst others. Can you elucidate on the Delia thread bit? No idea what you are talking about. No. If you don't know what I'm talking about, then me pointing it out isn't going to make any difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted October 31, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, lake district canary said: No. If you don't know what I'm talking about, then me pointing it out isn't going to make any difference. One upside to us winning games is that we don't have to endure the long sanctimonious rants of the Cumbrian preacher man. Edited October 31, 2020 by TeemuVanBasten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,947 Posted October 31, 2020 Top 4 this season for sure though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ron obvious 1,501 Posted November 5, 2020 Watching Placheta's body language on The City View of the Bristol game, I thought he looked a bit desperate to impress, trying too hard & letting his missed attempts get to him. Hopefully he'll gain the self-confidence enabling him to keep cool under pressure; perhaps a long chat with Teemu wouldn't come amiss? Obviously scoring a few goals would be the best tonic. Saturday would be a good time to start! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BroadstairsR 2,139 Posted November 5, 2020 (edited) Seems a lively player who likes to get involved. One of the more enthusiastic of newcomers in recent times. With all that reported pace of his I expected a winger who sits on the touchline, rounds the full back and puts in a cross Bill Punton style. Instead he does like to wander, pops up everywhere and likes a shot ...... twice unfortunately at the expense of a pass to Pukki (?) in a better position, but once unluckily hitting the woodwork. Could well become a fan's favourite, but having a soft spot for Hernandez I would still prefer him, when on 'his day' that is. Edited November 5, 2020 by BroadstairsR Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doomcaster 10 Posted November 5, 2020 Bit like Cantwell - very lightweight & inconsistent atm Hope he has a better attitude towards NCFC than Cantwell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted February 5, 2021 Next are hiring... https://careers.next.co.uk/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,760 Posted February 5, 2021 Unfortunately, the more we see of him, the more it looks like that he's just not good enough for this level. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanaryLegend 18 Posted February 5, 2021 Has he actually had a good game for us?? Serious question Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted February 5, 2021 2 minutes ago, Ken Hairy said: Unfortunately, the more we see of him, the more it looks like that he's just not good enough for this level. Unfortunately that was more than evident very early on, I got a lot of stick for pointing that out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ward 3 371 Posted February 5, 2021 He's fast isn't he? Why don't we ever see him trying to beat a man for pace? He will be even worse in the prem. If we get that far Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,760 Posted February 5, 2021 9 minutes ago, CanaryLegend said: Has he actually had a good game for us?? Serious question No, serious answer 😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jpootz 15 Posted February 5, 2021 2 minutes ago, Ward 3 said: He's fast isn't he? Why don't we ever see him trying to beat a man for pace? He will be even worse in the prem. If we get that far I keep thinking this. Pace is his biggest asset and yet he seems reluctant to run at his fullback. Perhaps we could drop the ball in behind once in a while for him to run onto. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigGrantsTash 70 Posted February 5, 2021 He’s a poor mans Chris Llewellyn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted February 5, 2021 10 minutes ago, Ward 3 said: He's fast isn't he? Why don't we ever see him trying to beat a man for pace? He will be even worse in the prem. If we get that far He's not got the minerals, a wimp of a man. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 1,129 Posted February 5, 2021 Been willing to give him the benefit of the doubt, but Argos has done more in 45 minutes than Placheta has done so far this season. Perplexed as to why he never seems to try and beat a man and win a foul - not much point in having all that pace if he just turns back all the time. A real disappointment so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ward 3 371 Posted February 5, 2021 2 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: He's not got the minerals, a wimp of a man. Hahah!! Hernandez has to replace him next game and Buendia swap for McLean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites