Arskite 75 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Yeah I read De Roon's comments, and concerned me somewhat. Not tracking back and doing his defensive requirements will quickly see him not in AK's first team plans. I fully expect Downing on the left, with Ramirez in the middle (if fit), until Fischer is up to scratch. They'll have known that bringing him in though. He's coming from arguably the best team in an attacking league, where he played on the wing. He's not been used to defending at all, never mind the way Aitor demands. But I seem to remember when we signed him that a lot of the talk was about him learning a lot, adapting. He's still very young, and still a project. Got to hope he can round off his game over the next couple of months and then he can be a real asset. As it is, he's a good option for a super-sub if we need to throw caution to the wind chasing a game. Link to post Share on other sites
Humpty 3,261 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Not all attacking players can be good at defending which may be the case with Fischer. That's true, however Karanka doesn't play wingers that can't/won't defend. Yeah I read De Roon's comments, and concerned me somewhat. Not tracking back and doing his defensive requirements will quickly see him not in AK's first team plans. I fully expect Downing on the left, with Ramirez in the middle (if fit), until Fischer is up to scratch. They'll have known that bringing him in though. He's coming from arguably the best team in an attacking league, where he played on the wing. He's not been used to defending at all, never mind the way Aitor demands. But I seem to remember when we signed him that a lot of the talk was about him learning a lot, adapting. He's still very young, and still a project. Got to hope he can round off his game over the next couple of months and then he can be a real asset. As it is, he's a good option for a super-sub if we need to throw caution to the wind chasing a game. I agree with that. No doubt it's a case of bringing him through over the next few months but for me he's not ready to start if he doesn't know how to defend. Link to post Share on other sites
Borodane 6,301 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Think it will be a while before Fischer starts. Those problems are exactly why he hasn't played much for Denmark. He simply lacks discipline and defensive work rate. But that is something he can work on if he is willing to knuckle down, and he has to be because if he fails here he won't have many options. De Roons comments about him having been used to playing for a team that always had the ball makes a lot of sense. He hasn't really been used to a lot of defensive work, but that is much easier to rectify than a lack of pace, technique etc. Link to post Share on other sites
HoyteForLeftBack 194 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Heart says 2-1 win. Head says 2-0 defeat. I've got a feeling we'll lose an early goal, struggle to break them down and then get a sucker punch 2nd half. I hate being in the PL :) Link to post Share on other sites
"KM" 1,656 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 So excited for Saturday, what a memorable day it promises to be both on the pitch and in the stands. The day we've all been waiting for after a 7 year exile, SEVEN YEARS! It feels good to be back where we belong doesn't it? Team: Valdes, Nsue, Barragan, Gibson, Friend, Clayton, De Roon, Adomah, Ramirez, Downing, Negredo Heart says 2-0 Boro Head says 1-1 Come on Boro! Link to post Share on other sites
Humpty 3,261 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Seven years since you've been to the Riverside as well isn't it? :D Link to post Share on other sites
juninho9 35 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Valdes; Nsue, Barragan, Gibson, Friend; Clayton, De Roon; Adomah, Ramirez, Downing; Negredo Boro 2-1 win. Negredo penalty first half and Rhodes in last 10. Link to post Share on other sites
Jimmy 140 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I can't quite believe it, but I'm actually missing this match. My wife-to-be's sister is having her 21st birthday BBQ, at 3pm. And just to add to it, she's having it at my house. Their family are Mackems, they know exactly what they have done. Link to post Share on other sites
boro-unger 3,870 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I can't quite believe it, but I'm actually missing this match. My wife-to-be's sister is having her 21st birthday BBQ, at 3pm. And just to add to it, she's having it at my house. Their family are Mackems, they know exactly what they have done. That sounds like a very missable event... Link to post Share on other sites
Humpty 3,261 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I can't quite believe it, but I'm actually missing this match. My wife-to-be's sister is having her 21st birthday BBQ, at 3pm. And just to add to it, she's having it at my house. Their family are Mackems, they know exactly what they have done. That sounds like a very missable event... Don't see what the problem is? Kick off is 1.30 and you live local plus you already have a ticket? Link to post Share on other sites
Uwe 3,545 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I can't quite believe it, but I'm actually missing this match. My wife-to-be's sister is having her 21st birthday BBQ, at 3pm. And just to add to it, she's having it at my house. Their family are Mackems, they know exactly what they have done. Individually I understand what the words are on this post. But as a collective it makes no sense :s Link to post Share on other sites
Humpty 3,261 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Sorry i was thinking of the Sunderland game. Your family in law sound like a bunch of ***s. No offense. Link to post Share on other sites
Arskite 75 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 I thought we're all being optimistic with our draw or win for Boro predictions, but actually I've just looked and the bookies have us as favourites to win the game on Saturday. Not that that's reliable particularly, but I thought it interesting nonetheless. Link to post Share on other sites
"KM" 1,656 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Seven years since you've been to the Riverside as well isn't it? :D Doyle! :D I became a regular Riverside attendee under Mogga and Aitor. Link to post Share on other sites
Maccarone 265 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Excellent KM so when will we see your next exclusive? Need two more for RM and CB please. Link to post Share on other sites
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