sparrow1988 Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 1 hour ago, holteend1982 said: Thought he played really well last night, that volley that was blocked was going in and very unlucky on the free kick. Agree he played very well but the free kick would also have been very lucky if it crept inside the post as the keeper made a balls of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 He was much better last night, he had far more end product, delivering more quality in the final third than at least the last 3-4 games, much better from him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weedman Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 (edited) Surprised to see this thread so far down. I've been critical of him this season but last night was much better, he even rode a couple of challenges instead of instantly going down looking for a free kick! More performances like that and (win or lose) his critics will soon disappear Edit : although his set plays are generally terrible he's actually really good at those deep free kicks and he can get really good whip on the ball in, a little bit more work on that and it will be a very dangerous weapon for him Edited October 27, 2018 by weedman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumstopdogs Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrytini Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 13 hours ago, Brumstopdogs said: Also had more shots in the game than any other player including both teams (SIX). Smith is already getting more out of him and getting noticable improvement to his play! If last night becomes the norm, you are dead right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinker Posted October 27, 2018 VT Supporter Share Posted October 27, 2018 (edited) Great game for him , you can see he loves playing for us .........but he needs to play in areas his flair will hurt the opposition . If he drifts back to defend the opposition don't need to worry about his offensive ability and can fully commit to attacking. If he stays higher up the pitch then they have to put at least two players on him otherwise we get the ball and he will run riot .I'm sure DS sees this. He's a great player and will be world class , just hope it's with us . Edited October 27, 2018 by tinker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHV Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 10 hours ago, tinker said: Great game for him , you can see he loves playing for us .........but he needs to play in areas his flair will hurt the opposition . If he drifts back to defend the opposition don't need to worry about his offensive ability and can fully commit to attacking. If he stays higher up the pitch then they have to put at least two players on him otherwise we get the ball and he will run riot .I'm sure DS sees this. He's a great player and will be world class , just hope it's with us . This will be the last season you see him in a villa shirt 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 I read "Harry's" assessment of Jack.....I agree with him, marvellous footballer He has a wonderful balance about his play, he has feet others can only dream of, great ball control. and glides like a thoroughbred. I think Dean will get the best of of him, he has, had to do too much lately, because many players in our team do not possess the ability to carry the ball out of defence, like him. We don't get the best from him because too many are not on the same wave length.....and he gets caught as a result. He is a player, you would never want to sell, if you have ambition. but if refs had any ambition and played to the rules like protecting genuine talent, from injury.....more yellows would come out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VILLAMARV Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 I was very glad in the summer when the new owners announced he wouldn't be leaving that window. I couldn't help but notice they didn't say year or season, but specifically that transfer window. I hope he's not off in Jan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyh29 Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 On 28/10/2018 at 09:08, KHV said: This will be the last season you see him in a villa shirt he just signed a new 5 year contract so it would take a huge bid to get him ... unless there is a low(ish) release clause Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFC44 Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 1 hour ago, VILLAMARV said: I was very glad in the summer when the new owners announced he wouldn't be leaving that window. I couldn't help but notice they didn't say year or season, but specifically that transfer window. I hope he's not off in Jan. I think if we are still in the running for promotion he will stay. If not, then he will go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen_Evans Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Did he always chew gum during games? The impression is all a bit "I'm too good for all this". Plus his body language has definitely changed since the summer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyM3000 Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Are we seriously getting to the point where we are putting him down for chewing gum? You can't slag him off for footballing reasons this week so lets pluck another reason out the air. Socks rolled down, shin pads too small, hairstyle, went to the cinema the day before a match. Spin the wheel and pick what you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Stephen_Evans said: Did he always chew gum during games? The impression is all a bit "I'm too good for all this". Plus his body language has definitely changed since the summer. I think you are being ultra paranoid. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 I think it's just a matter of time before all the players, especially Jack, start to click and carry us forward under Smith. Starting with a decent win tonight hopefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHV Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 3 hours ago, AVFC44 said: I think if we are still in the running for promotion he will stay. If not, then he will go. We wont be in the running for promotion by January. I doubt we will be pick up 10 points between now and then looking at the fixtures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 3 hours ago, Stephen_Evans said: Did he always chew gum during games? The impression is all a bit "I'm too good for all this". Plus his body language has definitely changed since the summer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 nice goal, playing well. Dean Smith must have told him about gum Another opposition team out to hurt him I see. McGinn as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen_Evans Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 6 hours ago, AndyM3000 said: Are we seriously getting to the point where we are putting him down for chewing gum? You can't slag him off for footballing reasons this week so lets pluck another reason out the air. Socks rolled down, shin pads too small, hairstyle, went to the cinema the day before a match. Spin the wheel and pick what you want. I love the guy. It was just a comment. Anyway I actually think it’s dangerous. They stop a player wearing a ring without tape round it but it’s ok to chew something that could choke you in a collision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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