AVTuco Posted August 17, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted August 17, 2014 Sometimes it would be nice to have a pause in the critics. Maybe after a great win??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanpablo Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I hope once Sanchez comes in and Westwood's given a bit more of a licence to push on and play, he'll prove a few of the doubters on here wrong. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TrentVilla Posted August 17, 2014 Moderator Popular Post Share Posted August 17, 2014 Westwood is a far far better player than many of our fans give him credit for, shame but little point trying to change peoples views on him. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantis Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 (edited) I agree Trent. I think a lot of it is due to the fact that like Petrov he doesn't really do much to catch the eye - his job in a sense is to make sure that he isn't noticed by keeping things ticking over in the middle of the park. Edited August 17, 2014 by Mantis 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanAVFC Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Westwood is a far far better player than many of our fans give him credit for, shame but little point trying to change peoples views on him. Agreed. It would be nice, just for once, that people didn't need to defend him, even after a win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnStortford Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He looks a lot stronger than last season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymond Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 I thought he completely withdrew once getting the yellow card, I recall no tackles. Not to mention that what statistically constitutes a tackle is simply defined. He made none. I know he made a really important one at the edge of the box. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dont_do_it_doug. Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Westwood is a far far better player than many of our fans give him credit for, shame but little point trying to change peoples views on him. That would be a good nickname for him... 'Little point'... I joke of course. I think he's a decent enough player, lacking it a little of the extra factor but you can pencil his name on the team sheet and know you're going to get a 7 out of ten. You need those consistent types and the only way to improve on him at this point would be to sign somebody you know is going to give you an 8 every week. We're not going to do that for £2m and some Randy Lerner belly button fluff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philosopher Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 When Westwood has a good game he runs the show, dictating the play, putting himself about and looking very good. Unfortunately most of the time he has to deal with bigger, stronger and faster opposite numbers and then he tends to struggle defensively. He needs to be dirtier and draw sly fouls, and become better at fouling without getting booked! He is probably the most consistent passer in the team so what people are saying about Sanchez giving more freedom to Westy and Delph may be more of a benefit to Westy and help him be a bit more ambitious with his passing and play more as a playmaker. Currently he is not good enough defensively to be the only defensive midfielder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjp26 Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 (edited) Can't believe people are complaining over a foul being a tackle or not. Either way, Stoke always bully us and get away with it, why not give them a bit of their own medicine. I'm actually sick of us being the goody two shoes team that bends over for all opposition, we need to be more aggressive overall. Not saying it was a good challenge, it wasn't, but it happens and we move on. As for Westwood's ability as a footballer, I'm sure if he had come through our academy everybody would be ranting and raving about the quality of his touches and passes. He's a good player, a good player who is getting better and better during his stay with us, long may that continue. He clearly has a love for the club judging by his passion during games and outside of games, we need that, we need players who will put themselves on the line for the club who has given them the chance of a lifetime. I'm looking forward to seeing him play with Sanchez behind him and Delph. Edited August 18, 2014 by samjp26 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 Westwood is a far far better player than many of our fans give him credit for, shame but little point trying to change peoples views on him. That's your opinion, you don't have to try and change peoples mind it makes no difference. I hope westwood does become a quality player that helps us improve but so far our midfield has been pretty dire under Lambert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted August 18, 2014 Moderator Share Posted August 18, 2014 Westwood is a far far better player than many of our fans give him credit for, shame but little point trying to change peoples views on him. That's your opinion, you don't have to try and change peoples mind it makes no difference. I hope westwood does become a quality player that helps us improve but so far our midfield has been pretty dire under Lambert. I'm not, I was suggesting generally speaking it isn't worth other people trying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 (edited) He is as decent enough player but like so many last season failed to impose themselves on the game On many occasions, with a stronger and more experienced line up, he may well be freed up to impose himself more and raise the bar on his performance. It is not unusual to see players greatly improve when stronger additions come in and this is something I think will happen this season. It will be interesting to see him play with a little bit more experience around him. Edited August 19, 2014 by TRO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post samjp26 Posted August 23, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted August 23, 2014 Try that one Cabella 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobzy Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 He brought another down from out the sky like he did against Newcastle last season. The guy has an absolutely superb first touch. As I've said before in this thread, he's the first name on the teamsheet in midfield for me. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjp26 Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Less than £1m. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 His first touch and technique is excellent, brilliant signing for the money we paid. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 He was brilliant but i don't think we have enough going forward with a midfield 3 of sanchez, delph and Westwood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobzy Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 He was brilliant but i don't think we have enough going forward with a midfield 3 of sanchez, delph and Westwood. Delph breaks really well (just often lacks end product; which will improve). I think it's a good trio, I really do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 I just think we'll lack creativity like last year. At least we have some options in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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