TomThumb84 Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 May have been said elsewhere, but I thought he looked sharp, quick-footed and physically stronger today. There is a very good player in there, as always, it’s how his development and confidence is managed that will decide if we see the full potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsince1994 Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Just now, TomThumb84 said: May have been said elsewhere, but I thought he looked sharp, quick-footed and physically stronger today. There is a very good player in there, as always, it’s how his development and confidence is managed that will decide if we see the full potential. Completely changed the game when he came on. Couldn't get near preston before the sub then immediately were controlling the ball in their half after. Also, how one earth was that elbow from Fisher on Massengo not a yellow minimum? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City1984 Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Yes really sharp when he came on today. If we ever get the main if our squad fit and in harmony it’s going to be a really enjoyable second half of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassomylord Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 minute ago, TomThumb84 said: May have been said elsewhere, but I thought he looked sharp, quick-footed and physically stronger today. There is a very good player in there, as always, it’s how his development and confidence is managed that will decide if we see the full potential. Said time and time again we won't see it here. Well down the pecking order and with players to return he looks destined to be a few minutes here and there sub if even in the squad at all. All these injuries gave him a chance to impress like Nagy has but he still has hardly had an opportunity. May prove to be an excellent player in the future but not with us as will almost certainly leave when contract is close to expiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazred Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Classy little sub performance from him. Got stuck in and showed some good skill on the ball, drawing fouls as he does do well, including one elbow to the face! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomThumb84 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Just now, redsince1994 said: Completely changed the game when he came on. Couldn't get near preston before the sub then immediately were controlling the ball in their half after. Also, how one earth was that elbow from Fisher on Massengo not a yellow minimum? Thought Fisher was a lucky boy today. He was at Deepdale too when he could have easily seen red for a couple of reckless challenges on Semenyo. On a slightly separate note, don’t know about anyone else, but I would have been beside myself as a Preston fan, chasing a 0-1 deficit and seeing Johnson and Barkhuizen hauled off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Definitely good ability in there. Only 19, time very much on his side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Did well when coming on loved his dribble that won a foul. How the Willy grabber didn't get a red for that elbow is beyond me but Preston always get away with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Fans forget how young he is . I can’t remember the last time a player of his age made so many second flight appearances for Bristol City. He has a bright future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Did well today. He’s young and learning - and learning quickly if you compare today v. his last appearance on the left hand side. That’s why I don’t agree with some on here who have already written him off (at age 19)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reigate Red Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 I was hoping that when he bulked up pre-season his time had come to press on. Maybe now is his time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbie Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 4 minutes ago, Bassomylord said: Said time and time again we won't see it here. Well down the pecking order and with players to return he looks destined to be a few minutes here and there sub if even in the squad at all. All these injuries gave him a chance to impress like Nagy has but he still has hardly had an opportunity. May prove to be an excellent player in the future but not with us as will almost certainly leave when contract is close to expiring. You spout some absolute drivel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City1984 Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 2 minutes ago, eardun said: Did well today. He’s young and learning - and learning quickly if you compare today v. his last appearance on the left hand side. That’s why I don’t agree with some on here who have already written him off (at age 19)! Your last sentence is just crackers really. As you say , so so young. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassomylord Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 2 minutes ago, Bobbie said: You spout some absolute drivel Which bit is wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbie Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 2 minutes ago, Bassomylord said: Which bit is wrong? Which part is right? He’s 19 and has already made 37 appearances. He’s getting lots of chances and gaining lots of experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassomylord Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Just now, Bobbie said: Which part is right? He’s 19 and has already made 37 appearances. He’s getting lots of chances and gaining lots of experience. Didn't think you had an answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Looked confident...can make a big difference to a young player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbie Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Just now, Bassomylord said: Didn't think you had an answer. You’ve lost me, again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.D Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 19 years old and potentially the best footballer we have at the club, end of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 3 minutes ago, Bobbie said: You’ve lost me, again. “Les” is back, showing his old style of debate....don’t worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomThumb84 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Just now, M.D said: 19 years old and potentially the best footballer we have at the club, end of. I would agree with this, but potential is the key word. How he is made to feel, his confidence, the direction of coaching him into the right type of player for his skillset etc... all these variables are crucial. Its up to the coaching team to tap into that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 I thought he looked very positive today, driving forward instead of his more usual sideways and backwards passes. He was the Massengo we saw in the first game or so, before he got injured. I think he has often played when not fully fit, and sometimes he hasn’t looked too interested. Today he was really up for it and even had a shot on goal! It seemed most of what he tried came off, and that will boost his confidence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 New Bobby Reid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YGBjammy Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 I think having a bit of time out of the first team has helped him to be honest. I always think "he's a good young player" then remember he's NINETEEN. When was the last time a 19 year old didn't look out of place for us in the championship? Tammy maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 When we bought him, I remember LJ saying something along the lines of being a great defensive midfielder, and just what we needed to close out games. Well from day one... he's never looked like a DM that could play well in the Championship. Imo... he's like Nagy in many ways. Better when going forward and with space. Both see a pass and better facing the opposition and going at them. Both drive well into the box as well when given opportunity. Both Nagy and Massengo have been played not using their best assets imo...Nagy has of late, and Massengo shows when allowed. Cisse was a DM of note... neither not these two are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Despite the criticism from the usual quarters, I think we have the right Management team for these youngsters. People just need to understand that HNM or any of the kids are going to have games where they look out of their depth, only the truly exceptional players look good consistently from a young age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Red Cyril Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 More game time what he needs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denbury Red Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 I thought his shot on goal was one of the cleanest strikes we have seen for ages (apart from Chris Martin’s v Pompey). If he could bring that to his game more often he will add goals to his game which he didn’t look like doing at anytime during his short career. Keep him fit!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KegCity Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 Great to see him actually in position and looking confident, think there’s a top player in there if coached correctly. Could be a boost for the second half of the season, but will need regular minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashton_fan Posted January 16, 2021 Report Share Posted January 16, 2021 18 minutes ago, spudski said: When we bought him, I remember LJ saying something along the lines of being a great defensive midfielder, and just what we needed to close out games. Well from day one... he's never looked like a DM that could play well in the Championship. Imo... he's like Nagy in many ways. Better when going forward and with space. Both see a pass and better facing the opposition and going at them. Both drive well into the box as well when given opportunity. Both Nagy and Massengo have been played not using their best assets imo...Nagy has of late, and Massengo shows when allowed. Cisse was a DM of note... neither not these two are. His mother was saying on Twitter that he plays attacking midfield in international matches, looked ok today in the attacking half. If he's allowed to get more match-time we'll have a jewel on our hands in a year or so, the sort of player that if we did manage to get promoted, say, next season would not look out of place in the Prem, not many of the others you could say that about apart from Bentley and Kalas . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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