Keyblade Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 The only thing I'd change about that formation would be to swap the positioning of Jenas and Bannan. I think Bannan likes to see the play infront of him, and certaintly doesnt want to be running after lumped balls from Collins. When they came on yesterday, it was Jenas who took the more offensive role. Great point man, agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddywhack Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 We can try out that diamond that worked well against Wigan ----Bannan---- Jenas--Petrov-- -----Herd-------- I would love to see that, but it would mean N'Zogbia being dropped for the third time (I think). Not a problem really, but I think he's be making a little progress every time he plays personally To make this post on topic, Bannan over Heskey any day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddywhack Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 Edit - double post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyblade Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 We can try out that diamond that worked well against Wigan ----Bannan---- Jenas--Petrov-- -----Herd-------- I would love to see that, but it would mean N'Zogbia being dropped for the third time (I think). Not a problem really, but I think he's be making a little progress every time he plays personally To make this post on topic, Bannan over Heskey any day We can always swap one of Herd or Petrov with N'Zogbia and play 4-3-3, for an even more attacking line-up with actual width...but I was trying to be as close to reality as possible. But seriously a line-up of Gabby---Bent---N'Zogbia -----Jenas---Bannan------ ---------Petrov----------- --Obligatory Defence----- can give any team a good game...but it will never happen though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob182 Posted November 28, 2011 Share Posted November 28, 2011 We can try out that diamond that worked well against Wigan ----Bannan---- Jenas--Petrov-- -----Herd-------- I think that formation would be quite narrow. Before when we played the diamond, I think we had Delph and Bannan in the wider roles, so that, if needed, they can drop onto the wing. I don't know how confident I would be with Petrov or Jenas on the wing. Bannan switching with Jenas is a start, but I'm still not sure how it would work out, having Petrov in the wider role (unless Gabby is expected to float about infront of the midfield). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boumasbabies Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 This kid has to start for me. I get excited when he gets on the ball. I haven't felt like that since Ashley Young four years ago. He does the simple passes well, always finds space for himself. And on the rare occasion that our forward line/winger moves or makes a run, this boy can pick them out. He has to replace Heskey. Then AMC and Collins can no longer rely on hoof ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Czechlad Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 We can try out that diamond that worked well against Wigan ----Bannan---- Jenas--Petrov-- -----Herd-------- I would love to see that, but it would mean N'Zogbia being dropped for the third time (I think). Not a problem really, but I think he's be making a little progress every time he plays personally To make this post on topic, Bannan over Heskey any day We can always swap one of Herd or Petrov with N'Zogbia and play 4-3-3, for an even more attacking line-up with actual width...but I was trying to be as close to reality as possible. But seriously a line-up of Gabby---Bent---N'Zogbia -----Jenas---Bannan------ ---------Petrov----------- --Obligatory Defence----- can give any team a good game...but it will never happen though That's my line-up except Albrighton for N'zogbia. Albrighton at least creates from the wing and he can change a game with his crossing ability. N'Zogbia does nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villatillidie1980 Posted November 29, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 29, 2011 We definately need to see more of BB, surely AM can see from Sunday the differnace in the team dynamics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AValon Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Its not until he's out of the side that you realise how much of an influence wee Barry CAN have on a game. On Sunday it was pretty obvious the effect he had on the play when he came on. OK, we were having a fairly shit day, but straight away the pace of the game changed, his passes were accurate and dangerous and we were the better side by miles. It was also noticeable how Bents movement became more animated, which did'nt come off, but maybe would have had Bannan started. He has to start for me. So he might have the odd quiet game, he's getting better and better all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hercs23 Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 not sure if anyone has seen this but it says it all: http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/269/heskeyvbannan1.jpg/ also heskey v bannan pass analysis for the swans game http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/266/heskeyvbannan.jpg/ BANNAN MUST PLAY INSTEAD OF HESKEY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 not sure if anyone has seen this but it says it all: http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/269/heskeyvbannan1.jpg/ also heskey v bannan pass analysis for the swans game http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/266/heskeyvbannan.jpg/ BANNAN MUST PLAY INSTEAD OF HESKEY The first statistic is just sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VamosMiAstonVilla Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 His corners are also excellent. Great delivery. He's our most exciting player.....playing Heskey ahead of him is inexcusable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubyrustler Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 I also have no idea why we are playing Heskey over Bannan, Heskey is a workhorse for sure but he is not the main to supply a defence splitting pass. Bannan has that quality, he also has confidence in his ability, when he plays he seems to work hard to impress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDuck Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I also have no idea why we are playing Heskey over Bannan, Heskey is a workhorse for sure but he is not the main to supply a defence splitting pass. Bannan has that quality, he also has confidence in his ability, when he plays he seems to work hard to impress. Well I suspect his recent bout of idiocy is one of the reasons he's not starting. And quite right too. He'll be back in soon enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DelboyVilla Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I also have no idea why we are playing Heskey over Bannan, Heskey is a workhorse for sure but he is not the main to supply a defence splitting pass. Bannan has that quality, he also has confidence in his ability, when he plays he seems to work hard to impress. Well I suspect his recent bout of idiocy is one of the reasons he's not starting. And quite right too. He'll be back in soon enough. He should have started on Sunday and HAS TO start against Manure. Get over whatever he did the courts have punished him, let's draw a line under it. Proved in 10 mins on Sunday why he is head and shoulders above both Delph and Heskey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDuck Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 I also have no idea why we are playing Heskey over Bannan, Heskey is a workhorse for sure but he is not the main to supply a defence splitting pass. Bannan has that quality, he also has confidence in his ability, when he plays he seems to work hard to impress. Well I suspect his recent bout of idiocy is one of the reasons he's not starting. And quite right too. He'll be back in soon enough. He should have started on Sunday and HAS TO start against Manure. Get over whatever he did the courts have punished him, let's draw a line under it. Proved in 10 mins on Sunday why he is head and shoulders above both Delph and Heskey. Don't get me wrong - he'd be in my first XI every time on ability, but he deserved a little bench time for being a clearing in the woods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overdubber Posted November 30, 2011 Share Posted November 30, 2011 Think that Heskey and Bannan are differing types of player. I`d bet that opposing defenders are more worried when challenging Heskey than Bannan, simply due to his physical presence, whereby Bannan`s ball distribution and eye for a pass make him a formidible challenge when he gets the ball. Difference between tea and coffee really. Down to a matter of taste. Have noticed that many opponents avoid passing to players near Heskey, which possibly accounts for the somewhat unfounded notions that he does nothing during games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DelboyVilla Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Think that Heskey and Bannan are differing types of player. I`d bet that opposing defenders are more worried when challenging Heskey than Bannan, simply due to his physical presence, whereby Bannan`s ball distribution and eye for a pass make him a formidible challenge when he gets the ball. Difference between tea and coffee really. Down to a matter of taste. Have noticed that many opponents avoid passing to players near Heskey, which possibly accounts for the somewhat unfounded notions that he does nothing during games. Mmmmmm!!!! Maybe our players could learn a thing or two from the opposotion and also avoid passing to Heskey (or hoofing as it is commonly known)? The big differnce OD is that Bannan is a MIDFIELDER! Unlike Heskey who is a STRIKER. Now when choosing your team and in particular the midfield which one would you play there? I also hate how McTurd keeps on emphasising the fact that he has been playing 4 strikers in the side making out that we are a Keeganesque gung ho attacking side! McTurd it don't count when you play 3 strikers in midfield you fucktard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantis Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Think that Heskey and Bannan are differing types of player. I`d bet that opposing defenders are more worried when challenging Heskey than Bannan, simply due to his physical presence, whereby Bannan`s ball distribution and eye for a pass make him a formidible challenge when he gets the ball. Difference between tea and coffee really. Down to a matter of taste. Have noticed that many opponents avoid passing to players near Heskey, which possibly accounts for the somewhat unfounded notions that he does nothing during games.I'd rather play a player that creates chances instead of one that opposition players simply avoid (if that is indeed the case). With Bannan and Jenas fit, there is absolutely no excuse to keep playing Heskey in midfield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houlston Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Kendrick just tweeted good chance Bannan to start against United Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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