heid3ster Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 He's looked pretty good the last few matches, a lot more calm and possessed. Even plays the short pass every once in a while to Bertrand or Westwood. A sustained spell alongside Vlaar could be really good for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvillafan Posted March 3, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 3, 2014 He's looked pretty good the last few matches, a lot more calm and possessed. Even plays the short pass every once in a while to Bertrand or Westwood. A sustained spell alongside Vlaar could be really good for him. Is there a reason behind his being picked over Clark? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvfcRigo82 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Proberly only fair he gets a crack as Clark has had a fair stint of 1st team action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwan Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 Though he's played better, I think he was at fault for not tracking Hoolahan for his goal and then losing Hoolahan again for the shot that Guzan saved and Delph blocked. Just doesn't think quickly enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P3te Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 (edited) He's looked pretty good the last few matches, a lot more calm and possessed. Even plays the short pass every once in a while to Bertrand or Westwood. A sustained spell alongside Vlaar could be really good for him. Is there a reason behind his being picked over Clark? they both need plenty of game time since vlaar is likely to get injured at any stage. I assume they're simply being rotated to give them both ample game time Edited March 4, 2014 by P3te 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SikhInTrinity Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 I would bring Clark back in for Chelsea. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
romavillan Posted March 4, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 4, 2014 I would bring Clark back in for Chelsea. I think we'll play 3 CB's against Chelsea. So that'll be Vlaar, Clark and Baker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjp26 Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 I would bring Clark back in for Chelsea. I agree to be fair, only because I feel he gives better distribution of the ball and is probably slightly quicker than Baker. That said, Baker has done alright and I think it may be unfair to drop him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heid3ster Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Though he's played better, I think he was at fault for not tracking Hoolahan for his goal and then losing Hoolahan again for the shot that Guzan saved and Delph blocked. Just doesn't think quickly enough. He was definitely at fault for the goal, he should have cut out the cross at the very least, but probably should have cleaned it up before then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa_shere Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 losses concentration too often for my liking. He is still young but he has had a couple years first team experience and doesnt look to have improved much over the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwi1890 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Did well today, is he as bad as evreybody thinks he is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarpie Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Did well today, is he as bad as evreybody thinks he is? No, just inconsistent and makes sometimes mistakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwi1890 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 Like most of our players he makes some mistakes but is getting better all of our players seem to be confidence players Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilchard Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 I've given him a lot of stick over the season but he's upped his game since Xmas. Deserves a bit of praise. There must be something good in there if he can keep a clean sheet against Chelsea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismail-villa Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 I've given him a lot of stick over the season but he's upped his game since Xmas. Deserves a bit of praise. There must be something good in there if he can keep a clean sheet against Chelsea. Must be the power of his beard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amo69 Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 I love Baker and I think he has the potential to be an England international one day. But please please please stop diving in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Baker always does well against big strikers who lack movement, Torres was actually for once against us rubbish and Demba Ba doesn't move much. Where he struggles is with nippy strikers so it would've been interesting if an Eto'o in form had been fit yesterday. That would've been a good test. Next week against Crouch should suit him aswell, Man. United away less so I fear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amo69 Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Good point Chris. He is a no nonsense defender. A bit crazy. If he could just work on his decision making he could be very good. He is still young but not so young anymore if that makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 The good thing is Clark looked rubbish last season but I think he's had a good season and was unlucky to lose his place. Centre half is a strange position. Many CBs looked poor in their early 20s but then develop into decent ones as they come up to 30, Michael Dawson and Colocinni are good examples of this, it's certainly an area you mature in. For me Baker is a starter for 15-20 games a season when we play the physical direct teams like West Ham, Stoke, Palace etc. The other key is the defence just improves with Ron in there, vital we get him signed up to a new deal before the World cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicho Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Think he will get there. He will learn loads from Vlaar and general prem experience. He will never be a ball playing centre half but can be part of a defensive unit that dosnt hoof. Got the build and the heading ability even if he is sometimes like a dog with a ball getting himself injured. He is pretty imposing and in time his beard will be class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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