NWC 312 Posted September 29, 2021 What's missing most from our play has to be the lack of creativity. We are never going to score more goals without better creativity. We are missing Todd Cantwell. Cometh the hour, cometh the man - Todd Cantwell can reignite our spark and revive our fortunes. Play him behind Pukki, let him carry, let him run, let him create. Todd has done it before and will do it again. CANTWELL IN!!! (When available for selection!) 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellow Green Army 248 Posted September 29, 2021 I would say another DM enforcer is what we are lacking. Norman plus ANother which would then allow our creative players, Cantwell, Tzolis, Rashicha and co to do their business. We are losing the midfield battle every game. Until we can stamp our authority on games we will continue to struggle. Oh for Olly Skipp to return. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Fred 526 Posted September 29, 2021 3 things we are missing 1) the ability to defend 2) the ability to score 3) a decent midfield Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,813 Posted September 29, 2021 7 minutes ago, Uncle Fred said: 3 things we are missing 1) the ability to defend 2) the ability to score 3) a decent midfield You forgot no 4. 4) the ability to ban fans that only see negatives Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dean Coneys boots 1,531 Posted September 29, 2021 It’s totally in midfield- when that doesn’t hold it gets tough both ends of the pitch. Outmuscled every game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mello Yello 2,566 Posted September 29, 2021 Increase our goals scored.....reduce our goals conceded.....Table don't lie..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Fred 526 Posted September 29, 2021 11 minutes ago, lake district canary said: You forgot no 4. 4) the ability to ban fans that only see negatives I am not entirely convinced my voice on a largely ignored forum has any impact on the team performance more realistic than the nonsense you spout especially as you don’t even bother going to the games. At least I take the time , money and effort to go 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WD40 726 Posted September 29, 2021 20 minutes ago, lake district canary said: You forgot no 4. 4) the ability to ban fans that only see negatives Yes all dissident voices must be crushed. Banned to the gulags. Only positivity for the dear leader(s). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,813 Posted September 29, 2021 14 minutes ago, Uncle Fred said: I am not entirely convinced my voice on a largely ignored forum has any impact on the team performance more realistic than the nonsense you spout especially as you don’t even bother going to the games. At least I take the time , money and effort to go Are you going on Saturday? I wasn't going to go to any this season because of covid, but being so near, I've got a ticket for this one, so could meet you there.....if you're going...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Bunny 326 Posted September 29, 2021 11 minutes ago, lake district canary said: Are you going on Saturday? I wasn't going to go to any this season because of covid, but being so near, I've got a ticket for this one, so could meet you there.....if you're going...... Just think, this could be the start of a beautiful friendship… Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 10,734 Posted September 29, 2021 We've certainly missed Cantwell. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Fred 526 Posted September 29, 2021 28 minutes ago, lake district canary said: Are you going on Saturday? I wasn't going to go to any this season because of covid, but being so near, I've got a ticket for this one, so could meet you there.....if you're going...... I will be there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,813 Posted September 29, 2021 7 minutes ago, The Bunny said: Just think, this could be the start of a beautiful friendship… Three guesses which is which..... 1 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,813 Posted September 29, 2021 2 minutes ago, hogesar said: We've certainly missed Cantwell. He has a quality about him, for sure, but would he have made the difference? I'm not sure. The problem is across the squad imo - they all need to find their feet as a unit and imo if there is a missing ingredient it is confidence - and that can only be got by ultra hard work and fighting for that first elusive point(s) - and once got, then we will start to see the best of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 10,734 Posted September 29, 2021 Just now, lake district canary said: He has a quality about him, for sure, but would he have made the difference? I'm not sure. The problem is across the squad imo - they all need to find their feet as a unit and imo if there is a missing ingredient it is confidence - and that can only be got by ultra hard work and fighting for that first elusive point(s) - and once got, then we will start to see the best of them. Im not sure he would have made the difference in our recent games in all honesty - although the Arsenal match would have suited him from the start in my opinion. The way we've conceded goals has kind of meant the other end has almost been irrelevant; but Cantwell has proven quality at Premier League level and that experience in itself would be useful right now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzar 1,845 Posted September 29, 2021 40 minutes ago, lake district canary said: Are you going on Saturday? I wasn't going to go to any this season because of covid, but being so near, I've got a ticket for this one, so could meet you there.....if you're going...... Match report please. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 4,682 Posted September 29, 2021 A pinch of baking powder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RugbyCanary 106 Posted September 29, 2021 2 hours ago, Yellow Green Army said: I would say another DM enforcer is what we are lacking. Norman plus ANother which would then allow our creative players, Cantwell, Tzolis, Rashicha and co to do their business. We are losing the midfield battle every game. Until we can stamp our authority on games we will continue to struggle. Oh for Olly Skipp to return. I agree, but, I still believe/hope/think Sorenson could fill a place in a certain set up. 4-3-3 isn't secure enough in the midfield (we are overrun). Solidify the back and just let cantwell/dowell feed the front 3.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Google Bot 3,922 Posted September 29, 2021 After reading this:- https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/canaries-ncfc-josh-sargent-usmnt-daniel-farke-praise-8366840 I'm pretty sure that Farke see's Pukki and Sargent up top, so 3-5-2 would be the default option? That means out of Rashica, Tzolis, Cantwell and Dowell the chances are going to be slim. At least in regards to Starting 11. Aarons inability to push forwards this season, I'd have Dimi and Williams as our wingbacks to add some more push out wide. That kinda leaves one creative position in the midfield - to me that's going to be between Cantwell and Tzolis. Tzolis arguably the longer term option as he's pretty sturdy and doesn't lose possession so easily. But Cantwell is class, as we know. Another question as i think this through, where does Rashica fit into a starting 11 plan? As he seems naturally a wider player to me, but Sargent is going to drift out wide in the advanced positions you'd imagine. Perhaps his role will be later in matches if we have to switch formations? Of course, Lees-Melou/Gilmour/Normann are all creative players also, so it's not like we're starved of options in the middle - It could quite easily be those 3 plus Pukki/Sargent as our main starters. Lots of thoughts based on that Sargent article. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,813 Posted September 29, 2021 35 minutes ago, RugbyCanary said: I agree, but, I still believe/hope/think Sorenson could fill a place in a certain set up. 4-3-3 isn't secure enough in the midfield (we are overrun). Solidify the back and just let cantwell/dowell feed the front 3.... I also think that Sorensen is someone who could be the fulcrum of the side. I don't know what the issues are that have stopped him appearing as much as most of us would like, but I would like to see him given a go, at least from the bench, at some point and lets see what he can do. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,991 Posted September 29, 2021 Farke doesn't rate Sorensen? Wasn't even on the bench for Everton. Move on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newtopia 573 Posted September 29, 2021 It is both, although if we created more we would defend less, but it is definitely both. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWC 312 Posted September 29, 2021 29 minutes ago, Capt. Pants said: Farke doesn't rate Sorensen? Wasn't even on the bench for Everton. Move on. I'm glad i'm not the only one saying this. If DF rated him as a cdm, why didn't he play him when Skip was injured last season !! Why would he be deemed not good enough for the championship and suddenly OK for the premier league? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ward 3 482 Posted September 29, 2021 6 hours ago, NWC said: What's missing most from our play has to be the lack of creativity. We are never going to score more goals without better creativity. We are missing Todd Cantwell. Cometh the hour, cometh the man - Todd Cantwell can reignite our spark and revive our fortunes. Play him behind Pukki, let him carry, let him run, let him create. Todd has done it before and will do it again. CANTWELL IN!!! (When available for selection!) I've said this for a few weeks now. So frustrating that he has personal problems but we all get them time to time. Hope he comes back better and stronger 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,774 Posted September 29, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, lake district canary said: Are you going on Saturday? I wasn't going to go to any this season because of covid, but being so near, I've got a ticket for this one, so could meet you there.....if you're going...... Take a selfie of the pair of you together, a powerful image of the opposite ends of the spectrum of support. Oops forgot 👍😉😇 Edited September 29, 2021 by wcorkcanary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardhouse44 287 Posted September 29, 2021 8 hours ago, Dean Coneys boots said: It’s totally in midfield- when that doesn’t hold it gets tough both ends of the pitch. Outmuscled every game Totally agree. Our midfield is lightweight, lacking pace in the central areas and both lacks in the tackle and the creativity. We don’t have anybody to really run the midfield or control the game. Power, pace and ability isn’t at the level required resulting in the defence being heavily over taxed and the attack relying on scraps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paddycanary 579 Posted September 29, 2021 9 hours ago, MORDENCANARY said: Vinegar. I was going to say a half a teaspoon of nutmeg. Dang, stole my cheap laugh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creedence Clearwater Couto 1,622 Posted September 29, 2021 Todd Cantwell isn't the missing ingredient. He's been totally ineffective when played this season. Cantwell has barely delivered without Buendia next to him. He's never been able to turn a game around for us in a time of need. A good player in the right system, but no more. The key players we have this season that can positively affect and change games, appear to me to be Tzolis, Normann & Kabak. We need these guys up to speed and playing week in, week out. I think these three should be the spine of the team in front of Krul and behind Pukki. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 7,787 Posted September 29, 2021 Is it BBQ sauce? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
