General Premier League Thread 2020-21 - Mod Notes in 1st post. [Updated 17/12/20]

Father Hernandez · 23-10-2020 11:21AM

yourdeadwright wrote: »

Have to say I think Robertson is extremely under rated

I'd go as far to say he's the best left back in the Prem since prime Ashely Cole,

He is right now far more complete player than Trent is

He was underrated 2 years ago.

Since then, he's been far and wide the best LB for the past 2 seasons and continuing that form into this season.

Loves a bit of shíthousery, decorated player and captain of his national team.

He's class but far from under rated.

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 11:24AM

DM_7 wrote: »

I think poster was taking part in the 'banter'. Even if the poster was serious I am not sure there is cause to say all Liverpool fans are delusional.

Speaking of Villa, they, and their perfect record are up v Leeds tonight at 8pm.

Should be a good game.

One of my major bugbears at the moment - one person says one thing, and suddenly it's attributed to a collection of millions. It's not just football either, it's everywhere right now -- all liberals, or all conservatives, or all Irish people, or all Dubs, or all Millennials etc etc. It's so reductive and unhelpful, and just pushes things further into the 'us V them' that exists now with every single topic.

Rock77 wrote: »

Can’t argue with that, although Alfonso Davies is it, from Bayern looks top notch

Looks great alright, though having a rough time of it this season with Hernandez starting most games ahead of him, and Flick mentioning that he's struggling with form. He's still a bit raw, and relies a lot on pure pace when defending, but he'll be a really special player within the next 2 or 3 years i'd say. Curious as to where he'll end up though... feels more like a wing-forward to me. More Mane than Robbo.

DM_7 · 23-10-2020 11:30AM

yourdeadwright wrote: »

So who's fav tonight Villa or Leeds

Villa have would be favourites with the form they are in. Leeds have started well of course but are without Phillips now for a few games.

I am sure what happened last time the clubs met will be in minds of the fans watching. Of the players who remain at each club.

What are the chances of Klich scoring?

yourdeadwright · 23-10-2020 11:33AM

DM_7 wrote: »

Villa have would be favourites with the form they are in. Leeds have started well of course but are without Phillips now for a few games.

I am sure what happened last time the clubs met will be in minds of the fans watching. Of the players who remain at each club.

What are the chances of Klich scoring?

Interesting game a loss for either side could see them have a bit of a slump ,

It would be two losses in a row for Leeds and might show teams have got to grips with there style .

A loss for Villa and they may revert to last years form ,

I reckon it'll be a 2-2 draw,

Mushy · 23-10-2020 11:53AM

DM_7 wrote: »

Villa have would be favourites with the form they are in. Leeds have started well of course but are without Phillips now for a few games.

I am sure what happened last time the clubs met will be in minds of the fans watching. Of the players who remain at each club.

What are the chances of Klich scoring?

Think that incident will be overplayed to create some drama. Both teams will just want the win (duh), but that last game wont be the cause of it.

Great start to the season by Villa so hopefully leeds can put a halt to it now. It's only on PPV, is that correct?

Liamalone · 23-10-2020 12:08PM

Mushy wrote: »

. It's only on PPV, is that correct?

Normal Sky I believe.

Cookiemunster · 23-10-2020 12:33PM

Liamalone wrote: »

Normal Sky I believe.

It a PPV game and it's on BT Sport Box Office. It's not available on any normal Sky channel.

Wuff Wuff · 23-10-2020 12:35PM

Shanotheslayer wrote: »

James Rodriguez out for the Southampton game with an injury and just like that our dream of the title comes crashing down :pac:

No James or Richi will be a big test for Everton. Likely replacement are Siggy and Iwobi. Gick.

Paul Joyce saying James trained today and could be fit

This is it · 23-10-2020 12:58PM

yourdeadwright wrote: »

Have to say I think Robertson is extremely under rated

I'd go as far to say he's the best left back in the Prem since prime Ashely Cole,

He is right now far more complete player than Trent is

Robertson, seen as one of the best LBs in the world currently, is underrated? By who exactly!?

eigrod · 23-10-2020 01:33PM

This is it wrote: »

Robertson, seen as one of the best LBs in the world currently, is underrated? By who exactly!?

It’s a bit like Denis Irwin. Everybody rated him, but at the same time had this reputation of being underrated. It’s kinda weird. Maybe it’s something to do with the full back position.

Rock77 · 23-10-2020 02:30PM

eigrod wrote: »

It’s a bit like Denis Irwin. Everybody rated him, but at the same time had this reputation of being underrated. It’s kinda weird. Maybe it’s something to do with the full back position.

I think it’s the fact Trent seems to get all the plaudits..

23-10-2020 02:57PM

Mushy wrote: »

Think that incident will be overplayed to create some drama. Both teams will just want the win (duh), but that last game wont be the cause of it.

Great start to the season by Villa so hopefully leeds can put a halt to it now. It's only on PPV, is that correct?

Before the season I would have thought Leeds would get 6 points v Villa. And I'd say a few Villa fans would have agreed it was possible.

Right now, if Leeds were offered a point from this game, they'd grab it. The defence and centre midfield is very makeshift.

yourdeadwright · 23-10-2020 03:33PM

This is it wrote: »

Robertson, seen as one of the best LBs in the world currently, is underrated? By who exactly!?

I understand he is rated but he doesn't get media attention like Trent or Davies of Bayern,I think he just an absolutely phenomenal player, and deserve even more credit than the credit he gets ,

Anyway enough of my Robbo love in

This is it · 23-10-2020 03:38PM

yourdeadwright wrote: »

I understand he is rated but he doesn't get media attention like Trent or Davies of Bayern,I think he just an absolutely phenomenal player, and deserve even more credit than the credit he gets ,

Anyway enough of my Robbo love in

He's hardly "extremely underrated" though, as you said. The dog on the street knows how good he is

Fromvert · 23-10-2020 03:44PM

Robertson does pretty much everything really well.

Trent and Davis have more of the wow factor. Trent can ping a 60 yard pass on the half volley right to his team mate who's on the run. Davis can pick up the ball and skip by three players while doing step overs. They'll get you on your feet a lot more than Robertson will.

Robertson doesn't have either to the same level but he can go by players and hit fantastic passes and crosses but he doesn't have that slickness to him.

yourdeadwright · 23-10-2020 03:49PM

This is it wrote: »

He's hardly "extremely underrated" though, as you said. The dog on the street knows how good he is

Ok ok maybe I overshot the underratedness .,

Shanotheslayer · 23-10-2020 07:47PM

Saw on one of those footy pages there was a vote for best prem CB

Top 3 came out as
Vidic
VVD
Rio

Not that it matters but really surprised Terry wasn't top 3

gimli2112 · 23-10-2020 07:53PM

Shanotheslayer wrote: »

Saw on one of those footy pages there was a vote for best prem CB

Top 3 came out as
Vidic
VVD
Rio

Not that it matters but really surprised Terry wasn't top 3

it may be bias but I can never see past McGrath, I think it would have been scary how good he would have been without the drinking and the dodgy knees
About 20 years ago I stood in his shadow in a shop, best day ever

23-10-2020 07:55PM

gimli2112 wrote: »

About 20 years ago I stood in his shadow in a shop, best day ever

Did he not get a little creeped out after a few hours?

Vidic ahead of McGrath and Terry? Real "internet poll" stuff.

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 08:12PM

I suppose for McGrath, the "Premier League" aspect hurts him a bit... He was already around 32 when the Premier League started, so only had 2 or 3 of his best years that you could count if you stick to the Prem thing.

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 08:13PM

Bloody hell, Graelish should've just scored one of the goals of the season there, but couldn't find the finish.

Actually, probably should've passed to Watkins at one point for an earlier chance, but he'd already done so much i'd say he wanted the cherry on top.

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 08:16PM

Bamford, some man, bangin' in the goals this year!

Mushy · 23-10-2020 08:20PM

~Rebel~ wrote: »

Bamford, some man, bangin' in the goals this year!

Such a good counter after Meslier made two huge saves

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 08:23PM

Mushy wrote: »

Such a good counter after Meslier made two huge saves

It looked simple, but was a very tidy finish too. There's lots of players there might have smashed their foot through it from that close range, but instead he guided it very nicely right into the corner.

Mushy · 23-10-2020 08:30PM

Another beautiful finish by Bamford

Shanotheslayer · 23-10-2020 08:37PM

Everton now the only unbeaten team in the league. Words I never thought I'd say

~Rebel~ · 23-10-2020 08:37PM

Mushy wrote: »

Another beautiful finish by Bamford

Aaand another. Having some game!

3 very different goals - tap in, piledriver, and finessed finish.

Mushy · 23-10-2020 08:44PM

~Rebel~ wrote: »

Aaand another. Having some game!

3 very different goals - tap in, piledriver, and finessed finish.

Could've just gone copy and paste.

Leeds could also have so much more, getting into the box fairly easily

Turtyturd · 23-10-2020 09:00PM

A bit of a reality check for Villa. Wonder if Smith over performing so far this season will give him any leeway or will the the fans start to get the knives out.

ongarite · 23-10-2020 09:13PM

Bamford seems to be more comfortable in the PL than the EPL.
Hopefully he isn't another Pukki and fizzles out as season progresses.

General Premier League Thread 2020-21 - Mod Notes in 1st post. [Updated 17/12/20]

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