Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Is 9 games long enough to reach a view that Max is now no1? 9 games played, 2 clean sheets, just 9 conceded…some decent saves amongst it. Needs to improve his kicking a bit, but he looks assured, and importantly his defence look confident in him. Is Bajic ready enough to gamble on trying to move Bentley on in January? Wiles-Richards and Buse behind him. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh1t_ref_again Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Excellent save today and overall done very well and deserves to keep his place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Is 9 games long enough to reach a view that Max is now no1? 9 games played, 2 clean sheets, just 9 conceded…some decent saves amongst it. Needs to improve his kicking a bit, but he looks assured, and importantly his defence look confident in him. Is Bajic ready enough to gamble on trying to move Bentley on in January? Wiles-Richards and Buse behind him. Yes we should trust Bajic and if poss, move Bentley on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 4 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Is 9 games long enough to reach a view that Max is now no1? 9 games played, 2 clean sheets, just 9 conceded…some decent saves amongst it. Needs to improve his kicking a bit, but he looks assured, and importantly his defence look confident in him. Is Bajic ready enough to gamble on trying to move Bentley on in January? Wiles-Richards and Buse behind him. iIs kicking is erratic, it varies from Fielding like to Schmeichel like in the same game. His throwing and quick distribution after set plays is very good though. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 I think given it’s still a bit tight with the money… I’d be tempted to move Bentley on. No doubt a risk but Max looks very steady, probably shaded MoM today with a collection of catches and saves. We just have to trust the recruitment in Bajic, and certainly not judge him on a disappointing night against Lincoln where we weren’t at it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 I am very surprised as I thought he was 3rd choice, but Max is now definitely our number 1. Faultless almost in this spell. Bajic not ready yet as seen v Lincoln 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 2 minutes ago, cidercity1987 said: I am very surprised as I thought he was 3rd choice, but Max is now definitely our number 1. Faultless almost in this spell. Bajic not ready yet as seen v Lincoln Not sure he did much wrong against Lincoln. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFC Rich Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 16 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Is 9 games long enough to reach a view that Max is now no1? 9 games played, 2 clean sheets, just 9 conceded…some decent saves amongst it. Needs to improve his kicking a bit, but he looks assured, and importantly his defence look confident in him. Is Bajic ready enough to gamble on trying to move Bentley on in January? Wiles-Richards and Buse behind him. Is there away to show where he takes touches of the ball? I think what sets him apart is he really is a sweeper keeper - When we have the ball he is part of the defensive line, steps up and is proactive. He has touches in RB and LB positions at times, he basically gives passing options in a way an outfield player would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pl00peh91 Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Why did Bentley get dropped? Was it just because of a bad performance in Birmingham or if not what are the underlying reasons? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 16 minutes ago, BCFC Rich said: Is there away to show where he takes touches of the ball? I think what sets him apart is he really is a sweeper keeper - When we have the ball he is part of the defensive line, steps up and is proactive. He has touches in RB and LB positions at times, he basically gives passing options in a way an outfield player would. Not including today…that’s all their passes this season (league only). 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 3 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Not including today…that’s all their passes this season (league only). Looks like they play like a pair of dicks. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 19 minutes ago, pl00peh91 said: Why did Bentley get dropped? Was it just because of a bad performance in Birmingham or if not what are the underlying reasons? No intention of renewing his contract is probably one reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 8 minutes ago, Henry said: Looks like they play like a pair of dicks. I recommend you see a doctor! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon bristol Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Nice to see max doing well,,, bajic, after that lincoln game looks exactly what i hoped he wouldnt be, flapping and lacking authority… for a team who let so many goals in from set pieces and close range in general, i would have hoped for a bigger stronger keeper to come in,,, the dutch keeper in the world cup has played most of his career in the 2nd division in holland,, he would have been great 2 years ago, obviously now completely out of our league! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 55 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Not sure he did much wrong against Lincoln. Thought he was really weak for the third & possibility could have come out further for the one that Low messed up, but that’s maybe a little harsh. Back to Max, provided he was happy to stay I always thought he was ideal as one of our two main keepers, looks like he has a great opportunity to become first choice over the rest of this season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newarkred Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 I think today was a big statement. Having had 4 weeks off and Pearson stuck with him, played well today big save at the end. I think he’s now number 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redandproud Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 3 hours ago, cidercity1987 said: I am very surprised as I thought he was 3rd choice, but Max is now definitely our number 1. Faultless almost in this spell. Bajic not ready yet as seen v Lincoln I didn't go to the Lincoln game,but according to the commentary on RB he was awful, 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 3 hours ago, pl00peh91 said: Why did Bentley get dropped? Was it just because of a bad performance in Birmingham or if not what are the underlying reasons? Pearson looking to the future as we need Bentley's wages removed from our accounts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Just now, Red-Al said: I didn't go to the Lincoln game,but according to the commentary on RB he was awful, I don’t agree. Got beaten by a screamer, a one on one after Low lost it. No chance on their third. Not saying he did great, but there was nothing in his performance to say he was awful. That’s just based on number of goals conceded, a poor team performance overall, combo of both. My view is that there wasn’t enough in that game to really form an opinion. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 My understanding is that Max was on his way to be number one elsewhere, until Bajic turned up injured. That injury might have done us a big favour. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Just now, Port Said Red said: My understanding is that Max was on his way to be number one elsewhere, until Bajic turned up injured. That injury might have done us a big favour. Exeter I reckon. Max and Matt Taylor (now Millers manager) had a very long chat with each other after the friendly. Reckon they were hoping Bajic would come back sooner. As you say, done us a favour. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphindevon Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Another example for us all in that players can and should improve the more they play and train. So many are quick to label a player “league one at best” or similar after seeing them for one or two games like that’s as good as they’re likely to get. I’m certainly good with him at number one but am happy to let Nige decide if others behind him are good enough back up as I’ve not seen them enough. I’d like to think Bajic has enough about him to be not far off. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 I’m saying no… …purely because I saw him play multiple times for Bath and was adamant he would never play above League One and I’m too stubborn to admit defeat 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Max hasn’t had a problem with his kicking before, au contraire, I think it was just a bit of rustiness. Top keeper. Top bloke. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 15 hours ago, Davefevs said: Dave, I'm guessing those touches near the edge of the box are in the warm up or changing ends We could do with someone showing interest in Bentley this Window. Don't want another to walk on a free really. I'm with you on Bajic, I didn't go V Lincoln so can only go by highlights and I don't think he was at fault. Then again it's the way of things to blame the keeper. I remember Max getting crucified during his run last year where we did concede a lot. I thought he was at fault for maybe one, but he got abuse for the whole defence . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 12 hours ago, Red-Al said: I didn't go to the Lincoln game,but according to the commentary on RB he was awful, If Bentley leaves (as is extremely likely) we shall need another keeper in. If O'Leary we're injured I wouldn't be at all comfortable with Bajic between the sticks quite yet I'm afraid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 13 hours ago, Port Said Red said: My understanding is that Max was on his way to be number one elsewhere, until Bajic turned up injured. That injury might have done us a big favour. It did us a favour alright. Bentley has been conceding goals for fun this season......and not great ones either. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 2 minutes ago, Numero Uno said: It did us a favour alright. Bentley has been conceding goals for fun this season......and not great ones either. I always think the term "confidence player" is used incorrectly much of the time, mainly because I think confidence is 90% of every players game. But there are definitely those who can work through a crisis in confidence, but it's much harder for a goalkeeper and it seems someone like Bentley is one of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 Just seen the extended highlights, that was a brilliant save at the end & a couple of others, whilst more routine, were decent too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted December 11, 2022 Report Share Posted December 11, 2022 That save at the end looked outstanding, from where we were I don’t know how he managed to reach it If that goes in it’s squeaky bum time and we know what we’re like defending a one goal lead late on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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