andym Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 He did a few good runs, but some of his passing and touches were absolutely terrible, just gifting the ball to the opposition. If you are playing a team sitting in, you can't be giving them easy outs to relieve the pressure like he was so often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyp102 Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 There was a 30 second part in the second half that epitomises Bailey. Beats 3 men with some great skill, and tries to cross, we win the ball back, play him into space and he takes his eye off the ball and falls over it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
useless Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 (edited) I thought he was pretty poor first half, albeit I'm not sure how much of that was his fault, he was not getting the ball in dangerous areas where he could make something happen, plus most of the team were poor first half, so I think unfair to single out individuals to the extent that's happening with Youri & Leon. Second half I thought he was much better and looked the player most likely to make something happen, showed some great skills at times dribbling past players in the box, that if Zaniolo had have performed people would be enthusiastically toasting. Edited October 5, 2023 by useless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 18 minutes ago, useless said: I thought he was pretty poor first half, albeit I'm not sure how much of that was his fault, he was not getting the ball in dangerous areas where he could make something happen, plus most of the team were poor first half, so I think unfair to single out individuals to the extent that's happening with Youri & Leon. Second half I thought he was much better and looked the player most likely to make something happen, showed some great skills at times dribbling past players in the box, that if Zaniolo had have performed people would be enthusiastically toasting. But it's easy to say if Zaniolo had done it. Leon has been with us a lot longer and considering he's disappointed in several of his appearances it'll take a lot more to impress many fans. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Waring Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 Once again don't get what people were watching. Was definitely one of the best performers on the pitch for us tonight. I much prefer him on the left side to the right. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meregreen Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 Not enough end product for me. Consistently inconsistent. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 12 minutes ago, Pongo Waring said: Once again don't get what people were watching. Was definitely one of the best performers on the pitch for us tonight. I much prefer him on the left side to the right. Did he not constantly receive ball from Langlet in second half go nowhere then pass it straight back? What did I miss? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted October 5, 2023 Share Posted October 5, 2023 12 minutes ago, Kiwivillan said: Did he not constantly receive ball from Langlet in second half go nowhere then pass it straight back? What did I miss? No, he was receiving them from mcginn after lenglet passed to mcginn. And he had nowhere to go. There were 2 players in front of him 90% of the time. He beat his man when he was 1 on 1. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 44 minutes ago, MotoMkali said: No, he was receiving them from mcginn after lenglet passed to mcginn. And he had nowhere to go. There were 2 players in front of him 90% of the time. He beat his man when he was 1 on 1. Way more from Lenglet (#17) direct to Bailey that I noticed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Just now, Kiwivillan said: Way more from Lenglet (#17) direct to Bailey that I noticed Maybe later on when we were really pressing for the goal but they were already in their banks of 5 and 4 when Bailey is receiving those passes and without a runner to draw one away it becomes impossible to find an opportunity to beat your man there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwivillan Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Just now, MotoMkali said: Maybe later on when we were really pressing for the goal but they were already in their banks of 5 and 4 when Bailey is receiving those passes and without a runner to draw one away it becomes impossible to find an opportunity to beat your man there. Yes he was doubled up on a lot but point stands no idea how someone could have him as MotM 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abdulaziz1 Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 He’s done really well and his confidence seems growing. I think Emery should really consider playing him left side especially in games like this. He beat couple of defenders at once. I understand his last touch wasn’t good but we know he’s a good finisher and that never been the issue. His issue was not keeping the ball and unsuccessful dribbles which is his main attribute. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMightyVillans Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Want to see more of him on the left. Seems like he is more of a threat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 I didnt think he was that bad either. He had 2-3 players on him at times. Needed more support Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted October 6, 2023 VT Supporter Share Posted October 6, 2023 7 hours ago, Kiwivillan said: Did absolutely nothing majority of second half other than receive ball from Langlet do some swivels go nowhere and pass back to Langlet. Genuinely confused how he could be anyone's MotM This. Lots of fancy skills, too many touches, and then lost the ball every time. He was crap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 6 hours ago, Kiwivillan said: Did he not constantly receive ball from Langlet in second half go nowhere then pass it straight back? What did I miss? Sounds like he is auditioning to play the Grealish role 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 9 hours ago, ChesterDad said: Think your stretching this just a bit too far - He was ok, nothing more than this - Bertie looked a lot more assured in his cameo and motm for me despite only playing 45 was Digne Nobody was really more than OK - it was a tough game against a very defensive side. I wouldn't say there was an outstanding candidate but it's not fanciful to suggest Bailey. We already know that you've made your mind up about him and pretty much refuse to ever give him any credit whether he scores, assists or not, so your post hasn't come as a complete surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKP90 Posted October 6, 2023 VT Supporter Share Posted October 6, 2023 2 hours ago, Stevo985 said: This. Lots of fancy skills, too many touches, and then lost the ball every time. He was crap Yeah I thought he was OK, but certainly not great. He made some decent runs but his pass completion was in the mid 70s, by far the lowest of any of our players (excluding Bertie who was only on for around 10 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 (edited) One thing I'll say, he looks miles better on the left than he does on the right. Just seems more confident and willing to try things, without having to take an extra touch and cut inside all the time. There was one bit when towards the end of the 90 minutes when he took about four defenders on. It came to nothing, but in that time he'd dragged their entire defence out of position. Edited October 6, 2023 by Risso Spolling 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChesterDad Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 1 hour ago, lexicon said: Nobody was really more than OK - it was a tough game against a very defensive side. I wouldn't say there was an outstanding candidate but it's not fanciful to suggest Bailey. We already know that you've made your mind up about him and pretty much refuse to ever give him any credit whether he scores, assists or not, so your post hasn't come as a complete surprise. On the other hand - you seem to read into his game a lot more than many ? I guess at the end of the day it boils down to opinions For me Bailey has been very poor overall in his time at the club - I have nothing against the guy - I just don’t rate him, anywhere nearly as highly as you do, and he still has a way to go, before I can say to you, that his time here can be qualified as a success? Surely even you would have to admit this, if for instance he left the club today ? I see things in other players that appeal to me a lot more - as I said it’s all about opinions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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