GrahamC Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 How can you not love him? 37 yesterday but he has still got it. A leader, a great professional and a brilliant free transfer. Delighted for him today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 About 8 years past the typical peak ages for a player, yet his time with us has been among some of his most effective in his career. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Exile Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Model pro. Real leader. Barely put a foot wrong. What a shame we didn't see him here earlier in his career! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 4 minutes ago, JamesBCFC said: About 8 years past the typical peak ages for a player, yet his time with us has been among some of his most effective in his career. I think he's stayed extremely fit which has helped him. What I also like about Wilbraham is that he's an excellent example to use whenever people make a damning judgement on a potential striker signing exclusively via scoring stats on Wikipedia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Also his game management helped to win the game, Bryan was ready to cut in and cross when Abraham was our sole player in the box. Wilbs gave a shout and pointed to the corner- Bryan then immediately turned and ran the clock down. O'Neil also did some of this too. These experienced players are what we have missed in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Magnificent pro and a very decent player still Been there and done it and a joy to see a proper experienced pro using all his knowledge and experience and retaining an 18yr olds enthusiasm and desire A true leader - what we would give for a 25yr old Wilbs ! On a similar note - Gary O'Neil - thought he was magnificent today and won the ball when he had no right to on half a dozen occasions - a fitting performance and some challenges that had a hint of Sir Gerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted October 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 4 minutes ago, Red Exile said: Model pro. Real leader. Barely put a foot wrong. What a shame we didn't see him here earlier in his career! We said today Steve how much would he be worth in the transfer market if he was ten years younger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 I will hold my hands up and admit I thought LJ had lost the plot giving him another year. Happy to say he has proved his worth. Think he may struggle as the season progresses but for now fair play to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Trying to think of a better free transfer in recent years.. in fact in the 25 or so years I've been watching City.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 18 minutes ago, formerly known as ivan said: I will hold my hands up and admit I thought LJ had lost the plot giving him another year. Happy to say he has proved his worth. Think he may struggle as the season progresses but for now fair play to him. There was no decision from the management about giving him another year, the contract he was on entitled him to it as long as he played a certain number of games last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Squad player at best. Makes an impact when called upon. Model pro they can all learn from. We need real competition up top and hopefully Engvall can give us this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBibs Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 I think it's no coincidence that we have been much better in the second half of every home game, which is when he comes on. Still no first half goals at home this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityCiderEd Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 2 minutes ago, MrBibs said: I think it's no coincidence that we have been much better in the second half of every home game, which is when he comes on. Still no first half goals at home this season. No shots on target either. I think it was more about the 3 points today no matter how we got them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 4 minutes ago, MrBibs said: I think it's no coincidence that we have been much better in the second half of every home game, which is when he comes on. Still no first half goals at home this season. Hopes we correct this asap as it's gonna cost us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Thankfully for us he's the sort of player that can still be a useful asset at 37. Being a big target man, holding up the ball, and heading are all skills that don't decline as quickly as, say, being a tricky winger where you rely on agility and speed. Happily he still does what he does very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 3 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: Thankfully for us he's the sort of player that can still be a useful asset at 37. Being a big target man, holding up the ball, and heading are all skills that don't decline as quickly as, say, being a tricky winger where you rely on agility and speed. Happily he still does what he does very well. Still,runs the channels tho Chip , and works hard at closing down Can't fault the guy personally - total respect and admiration for him We are lucky to have him IMO Good PROS (note not 'older players') are invaluable and in Wilbs and Gary O'Neil we have two of the best around ATM They both sum up the actual word Professional and a great example to a young squad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsham Ed Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 He is unbelievable. 37 years old and plays like a teenager. What tickled me today, an old boy next to me tutted when Wilbs came on, made some negative comment. Once the goal went in, I turned to him and smiled. Well done Wilbs and belated birthday wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe jordans teeth Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 28 minutes ago, MrBibs said: I think it's no coincidence that we have been much better in the second half of every home game, which is when he comes on. Still no first half goals at home this season. So what's your point,Johnson is getting it wrong from the start and put wilbs in starting 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogkev Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Pleased to hear these sort of comments for Wilbs, feels like he has been here for 10 years, and at the present moment, he's like a club icon. Wilbs is the King, long live the King. And, love the way he rocks that beard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBibs Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 5 minutes ago, joe jordans teeth said: So what's your point,Johnson is getting it wrong from the start and put wilbs in starting 11 I think Johnson is getting it right based on the striking resources we have at the moment. I don't think he has a regular full 90 minutes in him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 41 minutes ago, shelts said: Squad player at best. Makes an impact when called upon. Model pro they can all learn from. We need real competition up top and hopefully Engvall can give us this. I'm happy to take the points he earns, throw him on at 70 minutes and get the game won if that's the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 11 minutes ago, MrBibs said: I think Johnson is getting it right based on the striking resources we have at the moment. I don't think he has a regular full 90 minutes in him. Which makes him starting 2 games a week at this stage last season all the more daft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 1 hour ago, Northern Red said: There was no decision from the management about giving him another year, the contract he was on entitled him to it as long as he played a certain number of games last season. Ah yeah, either way not looking a bad deal at the moment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 'Squad Player at best' or not IMO there isn't much better in his 'type' category in the Championship, 37 years old or not (I like Matt Smith but Wilbs is probably more mobile than Matt and probably a tad quicker) IMHO anyone who doesn't appreciate what Wilbs offers on (and off) the pitch, doesn't watch closely enough or doesn't understand certain elements of the game Very clever player who uses every ounce of experience as a skill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 5 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: 'Squad Player at best' or not IMO there isn't much better in his 'type' category in the Championship, 37 years old or not (I like Matt Smith but Wilbs is probably more mobile than Matt and probably a tad quicker) IMHO anyone who doesn't appreciate what Wilbs offers on (and off) the pitch, doesn't watch closely enough or doesn't understand certain elements of the game Very clever player who uses every ounce of experience as a skill Useful for sure. Fit enough to carry onto his 40th birthday at pro level I reckon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calculus Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Am sure most of us have assumed he won't be here next year. Not so certain now - his fitness is incredible, know how and influence second to none. A model pro in every way. Might be worth another year after this for cameo appearances along with a bit of time coaching the youth. Would be a shame to lose him, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted October 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 4 minutes ago, Calculus said: Am sure most of us have assumed he won't be here next year. Not so certain now - his fitness is incredible, know how and influence second to none. A model pro in every way. Might be worth another year after this for cameo appearances along with a bit of time coaching the youth. Would be a shame to lose him, IMO. Suppose it depends on his domestic circumstances, as I'm pretty sure his wife and daughter have never moved down. Even if he never played a game next season whatever strikers we have on our books by next year could learn absolutely loads from him.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 10 minutes ago, shelts said: Useful for sure. Fit enough to carry onto his 40th birthday at pro level I reckon And , sadly I don't think we could tempt him with his family settled in Manchester , but as soon as he wants to pack in playing , I'd have him / offer him - the second 'number two' LJ is looking for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 He's as fit as a butchers dog, no fat on him at all. Keeps himself fit. Keeps the squad on their toes and together....massive asset. Bit like Joe Jordan in that respect, another top pro. Cotts flogged him last season, but for good reason, he was a good foil for Kodjia as he settled in. This season he's coming on against tired defences and doing the biz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full nelson Posted October 22, 2016 Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Put some clothes on Wilbs!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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