kurtsimonw Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Thought he did a decent job. Looks a class above at this level. His near post shot was selfish and lazy, but he did some fantastic runs and played the ball nicely for the most part. As for questioning his attitude, I don't recall seeing many forward shepherd the ball out for goal kicks multiple times a game - definitely put a shift in IMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osmark86 Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 1 minute ago, kurtsimonw said: Thought he did a decent job. Looks a class above at this level. His near post shot was selfish and lazy, but he did some fantastic runs and played the ball nicely for the most part. As for questioning his attitude, I don't recall seeing many forward shepherd the ball out for goal kicks multiple times a game - definitely put a shift in IMO. Agreed, I thought he looked a real threat today and put in a lot of effort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderball Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 (edited) If he's up for it great, if not I wouldnt shed a tear if he leaves. I quite fancy an orthodox winger and another top drawer forward would make us forget him quick enough. cant stand it if he feels he's bigger than the club though, he can go before the window closes if that's the case. Edited August 7, 2016 by thunderball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHV Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 It's funny how people see performances from players during a game. Westwood and Bacuna getting some real criticism and people talking positives about Ayew. I thought Ayew was shit today 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyh29 Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 7 minutes ago, KHV said: It's funny how people see performances from players during a game. Westwood and Bacuna getting some real criticism and people talking positives about Ayew. I thought Ayew was shit today As a man being asked to defend ( presumably by his manager ) he was as an attacking threat he was fairly decent , once we get him linking up with some like minded players and not asking him to track back and cover the out of position left back , I think we'll see even more out of him 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 12 minutes ago, KHV said: It's funny how people see performances from players during a game. Westwood and Bacuna getting some real criticism and people talking positives about Ayew. I thought Ayew was shit today It seems you thought everyone was shit today @KHV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 3 hours ago, tonyh29 said: As a man being asked to defend ( presumably by his manager ) he was as an attacking threat he was fairly decent , once we get him linking up with some like minded players and not asking him to track back and cover the out of position left back , I think we'll see even more out of him nail on the head Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8pints Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I wish he'd shoot more; hard and low after cutting in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 5 hours ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said: It seems you thought everyone was shit today @KHV I for one am shocked at this revelation. Anyway, Ayew showed some excellent glimpses of ability in the game but like the squad, he needs to build his confidence back up. A couple of goals and wins and he could destroy this division. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 (edited) His problem was the rest of the midfield were just hitting it long to Gestede and it was bouncing back. This then meant he largely had to run it upfield by himself for us to get anywhere close to the final third, and now he gets called greedy and selfish for it, and lazy for not tracking back every time. That's just not his game, he shouldn't be doing that if we are going to be effective. He should be up top. Edited August 8, 2016 by sharkyvilla Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomav84 Posted August 8, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted August 8, 2016 8 hours ago, KHV said: It's funny how people see performances from players during a game. Westwood and Bacuna getting some real criticism and people talking positives about Ayew. I thought Ayew was shit today I actually agree...I didn't see the drive and passion i that i saw at the back end of last season. I saw a player who was in a sulk about playing left wing when he wanted to be CF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I didn't think there was anything wrong with his attitude yesterday? Looked good and worked hard, just terrible decision making. As everyone can see, he has to play up top over the useless and abysmal Gestede. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 9 hours ago, kurtsimonw said: Thought he did a decent job. Looks a class above at this level. His near post shot was selfish and lazy, but he did some fantastic runs and played the ball nicely for the most part. As for questioning his attitude, I don't recall seeing many forward shepherd the ball out for goal kicks multiple times a game - definitely put a shift in IMO. Dribbling with the ball at his feet definitely made him look a level above in terms of control, pace and strength, it was like watching someone playing a Playstation game. But his passing and decision making left a lot to be desired. I really do not think left midfield is his position. He should be a second striker off McCormack. That way he can drop deep and make things happen and roam on the flanks if he wishes to. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Thomas Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I think what we saw was a typical Ayew performance. There is a lot of hype surrounding this fella. He has some real quality about him, but as we saw yesterday, he can also be poor in other areas. He really needs to make better decisions. He often does the hard work but then throws it away with a poor pass or because he is trying to do it all on his own. Hopefully, having better players around him will encourage him to pass more. He could be a great player for us, he is not there yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Thomas Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 13 minutes ago, Dr_Pangloss said: Dribbling with the ball at his feet definitely made him look a level above in terms of control, pace and strength, it was like watching someone playing a Playstation game. But his passing and decision making left a lot to be desired. I really do not think left midfield is his position. He should be a second striker off McCormack. That way he can drop deep and make things happen and roam on the flanks if he wishes to. I agree. If we must play in on the flanks I would have him on the right - I always remember that game against Blues when he did very well out there - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jareth Posted August 8, 2016 VT Supporter Share Posted August 8, 2016 Would be helped greatly if we had a decent midfielder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ooh-Ah Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 He looked a class above virtually everyone else yesterday when he ran with the ball but I don't think he worked especially hard nor did he look like he wanted to be there. I know he typically plays with a scowl on his face but last season his work rate was fantastic. Didn't see that yesterday. I wouldn't be surprised if he left tbh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodytom Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 (edited) I didn't think ayew was good yesterday. Moments of brilliance but all few and far between for me. Imo, he creates an imbalance in the team. What is his position? because he's not a winger and he's not a striker for me. It was like he was forced into the team just because it's jordan ayew. I really wouldn't be bothered if he left for what will no doubt be a ridiculous fee. Edited August 8, 2016 by Woodytom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodytom Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 10 hours ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said: It seems you thought everyone was shit today @KHV They were. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaglint Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I don't agree with all that WoodyTom because I think overall he'll do well for us this year. However I'd agree that finding his best position is an urgent priority. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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