Ambitious Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 A strong England U20 side played Germany today, and won. The biggest shock, however, has to be Kwame Thomas in the starting line-up with Callum Robinson and Chuba Akpom - both of who are hyped as wonderkids. He has been picked over some fairly substantial competition, i.e. Izzy Brown, James Wilson, Adam Armstrong, Devante Cole, Adam Campbell and Mason Bennett to name a few. Yet, he hasn't been anywhere near our first-team squad - I can't be the only one that finds that strange. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randombc Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 A strong England U20 side played Germany today, and won. The biggest shock, however, has to be Kwame Thomas in the starting line-up with Callum Robinson and Chuba Akpom - both of who are hyped as wonderkids. He has been picked over some fairly substantial competition, i.e. Izzy Brown, James Wilson, Adam Armstrong, Devante Cole, Adam Campbell and Mason Bennett to name a few. Yet, he hasn't been anywhere near our first-team squad - I can't be the only one that finds that strange. Any ideas? It was only a friendly, so maybe they thought they'd start him to see how he plays? Nothing to get too hyped up about I'm sure! David Nugent played for England once. Do you (or anyone) know how he played? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambitious Posted October 9, 2014 Author Share Posted October 9, 2014 It was only a friendly, so maybe they thought they'd start him to see how he plays? Nothing to get too hyped up about I'm sure! David Nugent played for England once. Do you (or anyone) know how he played? There's been so very little about the game, I almost forgot it was played. I wasn't over-hyping, more curious. He's one of the older U20 players too. So, if it was an experiment I would expect the younger lads to have got on. It just seems strange, t'is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'm happy for him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistoldPete2 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 A strong England U20 side played Germany today, and won. The biggest shock, however, has to be Kwame Thomas in the starting line-up with Callum Robinson and Chuba Akpom - both of who are hyped as wonderkids. He has been picked over some fairly substantial competition, i.e. Izzy Brown, James Wilson, Adam Armstrong, Devante Cole, Adam Campbell and Mason Bennett to name a few. Yet, he hasn't been anywhere near our first-team squad - I can't be the only one that finds that strange. Any ideas? He played some game time last season I think against Ipswich away. Hes only young and maybe as a central striker Martin staying fully fit has meant hes never been needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePekingHomunculus Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 So how good is he? All the hype has surrounded Bennett over the last 2/3 years but might Thomas turn out to be the better long term bet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Nobody actually knows, isn't it strange. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randombc Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 He certainly doesn't look as much as a unit as Martin, and to play that position, you do need to be fairly strong to hold the ball up. I think if we're likely to see anyone from our set up likely to play that role it would be Zanzala but he's about 17/18. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robglosta Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Someone needs to inform Stevie Mac that we have this lad on our books. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Someone needs to inform Stevie Mac that we have this lad on our books. Who? What lad is that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimmu Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 He certainly doesn't look as much as a unit as Martin, and to play that position, you do need to be fairly strong to hold the ball up. I think if we're likely to see anyone from our set up likely to play that role it would be Zanzala but he's about 17/18. He is so young that he has time to bulk himself! Good target man rearely is under 25. Usually nearer 30, when they are at their best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicester Ram Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 He certainly doesn't look as much as a unit as Martin, and to play that position, you do need to be fairly strong to hold the ball up. I think if we're likely to see anyone from our set up likely to play that role it would be Zanzala but he's about 17/18. Isn't he liek 6'2 or am I imagining things? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chippo26 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 What about Shaq Mc Donald is he any cop ? He's a cracking finisher on the new Fifa. Just saying. Sorry not totally relevant haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Hasn't Thomas been on our subs bench this season already, and last season as well I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyB Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Just looked, he was on the bench at Blackburn because Best couldn't play against his parent club. I think McClaren knows who he is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistoldPete2 Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 He certainly doesn't look as much as a unit as Martin, and to play that position, you do need to be fairly strong to hold the ball up. I think if we're likely to see anyone from our set up likely to play that role it would be Zanzala but he's about 17/18. I think hes pretty tall and muscular , not as tubby as Martin. Different sort of player obviously not as good as Martin but time still on his side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridgford Ram Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 I think hes pretty, tall and muscular , not as tubby as Martin. Different sort of player obviously not as good as Martin but time still on his side.Someone's a fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mafiabob Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Out of all the youth.... Think Charles Vernham will be the next decent prospect to step up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Seen him play on two occasions and not been impressed on either. Obviously people, who's opinion counts far more than mine,have seen something they like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimmu Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 I've have watched just few games and Vernam has been stand-out player in each occasion. But maybe he knew I was watching and tried his best? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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