Kiwivillan Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 (edited) Just checked stats and he did 14 out of 16 accurate long balls. That's mental. Then I check Burton game and again Elmo 14 of 16 Acc LBs Mings in Burton 10 of 19 for context Edited September 24, 2020 by Kiwivillan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyblade Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 He has that Hutton level of fitness where it seems like he gets better with age. He has more technical ability than Hutton which I imagine will give him a few more years. Some of his passing into midfield was great. Set us on the counter a few times. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osmark86 Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 Mr. Dependable. Elmo is such a class player. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wezbid Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 He's only just turned 33 so definitely a few more years in the tank yet. Great to see him look like he's been playing CB his whole career. I would put him above Hause, much calmer on the ball and positionally great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markavfc40 Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 Always handy to have a player like Elmo in a squad. He can cover a number of positions and is a really good character/pro with no shortage of ability and will always put a shift in. Hopefully due to the performances/form of others we won't see him start too many league games but I'll have no worries when he is called upon as he pretty much guarantees a 6 or 7 out of 10 performance. Good to see him made captain tonight as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 9 minutes ago, Wezbid said: He's only just turned 33 so definitely a few more years in the tank yet. Great to see him look like he's been playing CB his whole career. I would put him above Hause, much calmer on the ball and positionally great. Hause is left foot cover for Mings. Like so many coaches Smith wants Left foot LCB and right foot RCB for out ball. Nice to see Elmo reasonable cover for Konsa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 19 minutes ago, osmark86 said: Mr. Dependable. Elmo is such a class player. Top pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBlack Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 I get the experiment tonight, it confirms we do have another cb to call upon in an emergency, but hope it doesn't dissuade the bosses from signing a cb. Elmo isn't a viable option for the league if we lose Konsa to injury. Still need to sign a backup cb that is better than Hause if we dont trust Engels. Elmo did have a great game under relatively little pressure, and has cracking distribution. I wouldn't be against him playing the odd game there against weaker threats, but as above, a proper CB signing please Dean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 Gotta love King Elmo man. Ever since the 3-2 loss at home to Leeds where he had a bit of a stinker I struggle to think of a subpar performance for him. Always dependable and is happy to play in a number of positions when needed, sort of character any club could do with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted September 24, 2020 Share Posted September 24, 2020 Signing of the window. The CB cover we needed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 8 hours ago, Kiwivillan said: Just checked stats and he did 14 out of 16 accurate long balls. That's mental. Then I check Burton game and again Elmo 14 of 16 Acc LBs Mings in Burton 10 of 19 for context Mings long range passing is atrocious tbf. Neil Tayloresque percentage balls onto a defenders barnet more often than not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 2 minutes ago, rodders0223 said: Mings long range passing is atrocious tbf. Neil Tayloresque percentage balls onto a defenders barnet more often than not Then does pearler to Watkins that got man sent off 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterw Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 10 hours ago, Kiwivillan said: Just checked stats and he did 14 out of 16 accurate long balls. That's mental. Then I check Burton game and again Elmo 14 of 16 Acc LBs Mings in Burton 10 of 19 for context I know what you're saying and they are excellent stats. However, what is the point of your Mings 'context'? One is a wide midfielder now playing at the back the other is a centre-half who has occasionally filled in at left-back. That's like saying Watkins has scored 2 in 3, Mings however has 0 for context. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterw Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 The other thing is that Elmo is only ever going to be in and out of the squad. but what an in-and-out upgrade he is on Hutton, who in years to come will only be remembered for one goal and his 'legendary' status because of it will be diminshed the more we see competent right-backs and the 'cover' players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 15 minutes ago, peterw said: I know what you're saying and they are excellent stats. However, what is the point of your Mings 'context'? One is a wide midfielder now playing at the back the other is a centre-half who has occasionally filled in at left-back. That's like saying Watkins has scored 2 in 3, Mings however has 0 for context. Who is the wide midfielder. Elmo played RB and CB the 2 games mentioned and has almost played exclusively for us at RB. Not understanding the counterpoint you're trying to make Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk-villa Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 Also best crosser of a ball at the club! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 Consummate professional - does what he needs to do and deserves to be at the club still. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterw Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 6 minutes ago, Kiwivillan said: Who is the wide midfielder. Elmo played RB and CB the 2 games mentioned and has almost played exclusively for us at RB. Not understanding the counterpoint you're trying to make He is a wide midfielder so his passing range is naturally better as you would expect for a midfielder. he was only moved back when at hull - and largely unsuccessfully as Hull fans thought he was a useless wing-back. His passing range (albeit against a league One team, and a Championship reserve team) has been excellent as highlighted but I would be more appalled if his passing wasn't better than an out and out defender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenjiOgiwara Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 I've given him stick in the past, but he's doing well when called upon and comes across as a model professional. Did well slotting in yesterday as well. Great stuff Elmo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhan_Zhuang Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 At least a few years left at Villa if he wants it; i'd imagine he looks after himself very well. Mr. Versatile and can fit in well at CB if necessary. Lots of experience and that is vital for some of our younger players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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