Chris O'Connor
Player Valuation: £35m
Magical result that, great feeling getting up this morning after an away win.
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I know you’re biased against Keane, but this makes it seems as though you didn’t even watch the match.
"Biased against Keane" ?
Or, I can assess a players strengths and weaknesses.
"Didnt watch the match" ?
I watched the full game this morning.
Other than the headed goal, I dont feel Keane was as dynamic as Doucoure, Iwobi or Mina.
Its really quite simple.
Carlo did a great tactical plan, something our 3 previous managers were not capable of, he's one the greats.Cracking team performance,a massive win considering the line up.Great to see some winning mentality return after the West Ham game. The sheer joy on the players faces when the second goal went in was great to see.
Pickford
Holgate Mina Keane Godfrey
Iwobi Davies Doucoure Digne
James Gylfi
Apparently the team, and it’s put the fear in me
The thing is because of the uncertainty about Pickford in the air we sit quite deep, so pace at the back isn't currently a problem. I agree with you though, if we get a better goalie and push further up the pitch we will need a fast centre back and that should be Godfrey. Not sure where that leaves Holgate?....my ‘pre-match selection fume = post-match contentment’ theory was proven again. Amazing how often posters are up in arms regarding team selection then delighted when we get a result. I’m not criticising anybody, just pointing out something that often occurs, just as we often get beat when folk are chuffed when a team is announced.
Last night’s outcome was unexpected (for me) but it was a terrific performance. Ancelotti talks about ‘spirit’ & ‘attitude’ more than quality and I understand that. i’ve criticised Ancelotti for not making us harder to beat, I must praise him now.
It was at least a 7/10 performance from all but I’d highlight Mina, Godfrey & Keane for greater scores. I thought they were outstanding & I’d have probably gone for Mina as MoM had it not been for Keane’s soaring header.
Godfrey has to play CB but Mina/Keane can’t be dropped. I think Godfrey will have to wait his turn & take his chance when injury or suspension allows. He puts on those afterburners and produces acceleration we really need in central defence. Digne is so important to the team, Ancelotti now has to decide what to do at LB. it’s a nice problem.
Well done Toffees.