Waconda Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 As close to a 10 out of 10 in a losing cause that you will ever see - simply superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmosUK Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 1 minute ago, VT05763 said: As close to a 10 out of 10 in a losing cause that you will ever see - simply superb. He was a class above anything in the centre circle tonight. Shame he was offered no outlet at all and nobody picking up the ball off him to create. Chucked under the bus too often on here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Was good tonight. Him and James did a very good job sparking attacks, and stopping Swansea pass for fun. How many chances did James have tonight....much more to his game than the "DM" many assumed he was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Fantastic again. Talent and now consistent. Extend that bloody contract! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynriley Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Played well, nice touches and short passing. However, really needs an end product. An incisive pass, an assist or a goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 He was class tonight, what a player - first name on the team sheet for me now We do need a creative midfielder a bit further up the park though Was hoping Palmer but he’s either too inconsistent or doesn’t have the right players in front of him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waconda Posted August 20, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Was good tonight. Him and James did a very good job sparking attacks, and stopping Swansea pass for fun. How many chances did James have tonight....much more to his game than the "DM" many assumed he was. They are a great pairing. I still think somewhere a 3-5-2 has to be lurking in NPs mind, if he has to "make do" with this squad as he says often. Palmer or Scott in front of them would be very decent IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 An excellent partner for James. Streets ahead of our other CM options, assuming Joe Williams is a busted flush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveF Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 11 minutes ago, VT05763 said: As close to a 10 out of 10 in a losing cause that you will ever see - simply superb. The wig, the glasses, the catchphrase, brilliant. 6 minutes ago, glynriley said: Played well, nice touches and short passing. However, really needs an end product. An incisive pass, an assist or a goal. Does he? Not sure I agree that that's his role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRIAN WILSON Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 Got to say AND THIS WILL SHOCK OLDER LADS - He reminded me (and a few of my mates) of Sir Gerry Gow in his pomp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillred Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 11 minutes ago, BRIAN WILSON said: Got to say AND THIS WILL SHOCK OLDER LADS - He reminded me (and a few of my mates) of Sir Gerry Gow in his pomp I was thinking Korey Smith but Gerry Gow? high praise indeed, if he turns out to be half as good then maybe he might just take US to the next level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRIAN WILSON Posted August 20, 2021 Report Share Posted August 20, 2021 4 minutes ago, pillred said: I was thinking Korey Smith but Gerry Gow? high praise indeed, if he turns out to be half as good then maybe he might just take US to the next level. IF (Big Big IF) he displays the levels of consistency , then yes I think he can be that good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big dosser Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 bloody great player, showed some fantastic bits of skill tonight and got up and got on with it every time he got kicked down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomThumb84 Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Needs an arm around him, and to be told he has a 20 game run unless his form drops off a cliff. Best(worst) thing about him is I think he gets better in a good side. Unbelievable shape into engagement and out into space, only loses the ball when isolated. Quick and getting bigger too. If I was manager he would be in there with Matty James and thats my two. I think he needs that backing to get better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Completely agree, he was outstanding this evening. I can only think Gregor has been told to get more clicks on his stories and that is why he gave him a 6 in the Post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomThumb84 Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 34 minutes ago, TomThumb84 said: Needs an arm around him, and to be told he has a 20 game run unless his form drops off a cliff. Best(worst) thing about him is I think he gets better in a good side. Unbelievable shape into engagement and out into space, only loses the ball when isolated. Quick and getting bigger too. If I was manager he would be in there with Matty James and thats my two. I think he needs that backing to get better. To add to this, I think Andy King is a great acquisiton to the squad on and off the pitch but will offer some guile late on in games. Seems to be a ghost in the box too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveF Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 He made a few errors defensively been generally he was very good, a few moments of skill to keep the ball that were beautiful to watch. He's already quality and has huge potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuber Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 The fact the lads still only 20 is simply put. Mad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomThumb84 Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 I do find it ironic that we still talk about Semenyo as “raw” and “young with massive potential”, yet a few here expect HNM to be prime Frank Rijkaard and he is nearly 2 years younger than Antoine and yet in my mind, immeasurably more mature in ability and football mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveF Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 1 minute ago, TomThumb84 said: I do find it ironic that we still talk about Semenyo as “raw” and “young with massive potential”, yet a few here expect HNM to be prime Frank Rijkaard and he is nearly 2 years younger than Antoine and yet in my mind, immeasurably more mature in ability and football mind. We paid money for Massengo so I suppose he gets judged harder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 2 hours ago, Davefevs said: Was good tonight. Him and James did a very good job sparking attacks, and stopping Swansea pass for fun. How many chances did James have tonight....much more to his game than the "DM" many assumed he was. Indeed, sound technically and can nick a few from midfield- got 3 in half a season for Coventry last season- as well as the obvious DM and organisational attributes he has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engvall’s Splinter Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Thought Massengo was superb. Best I’ve seen him play. Matty James though looks a proper centre midfielder also. Something we’ve been missing at this level for some time. Great awareness, can pass, puts his foot in. Would be tempted to play King ahead of them and behind the forward.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphindevon Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Great game from a hugely promising talent. Some of his moves where he pirouetted, not sure that’s even a word, to get out of trouble we’re Houdini like. I don’t think even he would say it was a 10 out of 10 performance, a couple mistakes and an occasional lack of composure. I think he’ll get better and better, we may not see the best of him for a couple years yet when I reckon he’ll be the real deal……hopefully with us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoyalRed Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Just feel he needs a defensive midfielder sat behind him mopping up his occasional mistakes which then leads to break through attacks. Nagy perhaps ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 A couple of non city friends who must have been watching on TV messaged me and said why has Massengo not played more for us. Both thought he was class Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 25 minutes ago, MarcusX said: A couple of non city friends who must have been watching on TV messaged me and said why has Massengo not played more for us. Both thought he was class I must say that he produced a few eye catching tricks and turns I haven't seen him use before, I'd like to say that wasn't because the TV cameras were there, but not sure I can in all honesty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enoch Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 7 hours ago, VT05763 said: They are a great pairing. I still think somewhere a 3-5-2 has to be lurking in NPs mind, if he has to "make do" with this squad as he says often. Palmer or Scott in front of them would be very decent IMO. Our lack of wing backs would stop up playing a 3-5-2. Only Pring would really suit this formation and as good as he looked he's only played 2 league games for us and no 90 mins. Dasilva is better as a left back in a 4 coming onto play, his delivery isn't good enough to play consistently at wing back. Right back / right wing back is a massive weak point in our squad. Simpson looked scared to pass the half way line at times last night, assuming he doesn't have the legs to get up amd down anymore and Vyner is also better suited to RCB. Really hope we bring someone in to give us more flexibility and opportunity to change formation. Someone similar to Swanseas right wing back would be great! Dasilva couldn't get near him tonight, I thought he was their best player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Stone Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Playing in a Sky game one week before the transfer window closes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 @Davefevs Where are we with Massengo's contract buddy? I'd like him to be secured until 2025, both because I thing he'll contribute but also because we need to make sure we get proper money for him if he leaves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 Best player on the pitch by miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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