ExiledAjax Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 5 minutes ago, mightyreds89 said: Very clear that Baker & Atkinson are his main centre back pairing. Did he say why he doesn't fancy our record signing, European semi-finalist of a CB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 minute ago, Lew-T said: Get the feeling he doesn’t rate Kalas. Yeah he seemed an afterthought somewhat. Wouldn’t be surprised if he’s sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supersonic Robin Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 I liked NP's comments on "only bringing in players that will actually improve us". Sounds obvious, but feels like something we've frequently made mistakes with in the recent past Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 minute ago, Lew-T said: Get the feeling he doesn’t rate Kalas. Could that moment end of last season really resonated with NP. Be strange people from the outside looking in. Possibly seeing Kalas on the bench after the euros he had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Just now, Supersonic Robin said: I liked NP's comments on "only bringing in players that will actually improve us". Sounds obvious, but feels like something we've frequently made mistakes with in the recent past What - no clubs in the bag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 If we get it right here it could really take off and that excites Observes a lot rather than coaching and when he is coaching he wants to give clear messages. Working with people here so it’s about how you deal with people as well as the technical stuff. Clarity is important, having belief in your people and giving guidance. Players also need to own the leadership of the team and will look to provide opportunities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supersonic Robin Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Wonder if some are reading a bit too much into NP's comments on Kalas and Baker. Kalas was almost certainly our best outfield player last season. I'd be surprised (and slightly disappointed) to see Baker starting ahead of Kalas in general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 "I am not one of these tippy tappy people, not into that." "I want a hard working, aggressive team who look as if they're bothered". Matty James is the best midfielder he's worked with. Re: Kalas, he did mention him as an after-thought when talking Centre Backs but I can't see how this would be because he "doesn't rate him". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Don’t want to many sulkers this year . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Top teams who have come down will have a lot of pressure on them. Most important thing is not to concentrate on other teams though - need to concentrate on ourselves. Will be a tough year but hopeful. No ‘blocks of ten’ - it’s where we are after every game that matters. Tough and relentless league - Blackpool will not be easy but we need to make sure that we are fit enough and focused enough and work hard enough to give people a game. Won’t reveal skipper yet. Will probably name team on Friday to the players. Sometimes works to name teams late - especially with younger players. Early announcement helps sulkers get over themselves but doesn’t think we have that problem now. Good to see our boys in the Euros. Wasn’t taken in by the bluster of England team but good to see them do well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 8 hours ago, Roger Red Hat said: Apart from the fact that NP has already stated he wants "someone to stick the ball in the net", what do you think his answer will be? Hmmm, now let me think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 7 minutes ago, Merrick's Marvels said: "I am not one of these tippy tappy people, not into that." "I want a hard working, aggressive team who look as if they're bothered". Matty James is the best midfielder he's worked with. Re: Kalas, he did mention him as an after-thought when talking Centre Backs but I can't see how this would be because he "doesn't rate him". No he definitely didn’t say he ‘didn’t rate him’ but he did wax lyrical about RA and NB. May be just the way the interview went and no need to look into it but my point was he was definitely an afterthought in this particular interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Fantastic overall interview imho and still such an antidote to the drivelling shite we have had to listen to over the last few years. Really looking forward to Saturday after that. Good work Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Alan Walsh on now. My idol as a kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Great to hear from Walshy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsofclay Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 23 minutes ago, ExiledAjax said: Did he say why he doesn't fancy our record signing, European semi-finalist of a CB? No because we haven't got one. We have got a record signing, European quarter-finalist though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 3 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Alan Walsh on now. My idol as a kid Every time I see him in a shop or at one of the local pubs I have to stop myself reverting to my teenage self and engaging him in inane conversation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Excellent episode. Well done GT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slack Bladder Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 10 hours ago, Hampshire reds said: Hope Geoff asks him to explain where the goals are coming from. tbf with good service and being played in his best position, I think 'Narky' Wells should easily get to 20 goals next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Is there a link? Top man (or woman) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuffle Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Be amazed if Kalas starts on Sat based on the endorsements he gave about both Baker & Atkinson. Hope I’m wrong as no question that Kalas is our best defender & either play him or sell him as top earner at the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire reds Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Alan Walsh. what a football player he was. 18k what a bargain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 5 minutes ago, CyderInACan said: Is there a link? Top man (or woman) It will be on BBC i-player. It was good & he did make me laugh in a few places but good as GT is, you don’t learn much once you’ve heard him interviewed a few times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desso Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Regarding the captain question, I think NP will give it to Matty James. He knows him and trusts him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 8 minutes ago, CyderInACan said: Is there a link? Top man (or woman) https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bbc_radio_bristol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 4 minutes ago, Desso said: Regarding the captain question, I think NP will give it to Matty James. He knows him and trusts him. If we assume Atkinson will partner Baker, and James and King will anchor the midfield then Bentley will captain the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westonred Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 5 hours ago, maxjak said: Opposition wasn't exactly demanding.............except Celtic & Villa, against whom we scored a big fat zero? We could have easily scored 3 against Villa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INCRED Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 59 minutes ago, Supersonic Robin said: I liked NP's comments on "only bringing in players that will actually improve us". Sounds obvious, but feels like something we've frequently made mistakes with in the recent past Definitely against big squads and stated the reasons why - bit obvious but not to LJ & MA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INCRED Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 hour ago, ExiledAjax said: Did he say why he doesn't fancy our record signing, European semi-finalist of a CB? To be honest I can see why, I don’t rate him either and he obviously lacks something in NPs opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E.G.Red Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 hour ago, lenred said: What - no clubs in the bag? Not likely listening to him speaking about his golfing ability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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