Ghost of Clough Posted February 15, 2021 Author Share Posted February 15, 2021 5 minutes ago, Stuniverse said: Three in two, Cresswell starting to look clinical again, like he did in his breakthrough season at U23 level (a few years back) when he was prolific. That was his first season at CF as well. Played there because we had no one else. He's a strange one because he seems a more complete player than Trialist. Excellent off the ball, decent enoigh at the link up play stuff and a good poacher in front too goal. Yet, he doesn't 'feel' like he should be a CF. To be honest, he's exactly what we could do with on the first team bench. Bring him on for the final 5 minutes to press their defence and see games out. I hope he keeps this good form up and earns a decent move in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuniverse Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 4 minutes ago, Ghost of Clough said: That was his first season at CF as well. Played there because we had no one else. That’s how I remember it as well. Wasn’t he a midfielder in the U18s then got converted to a striker at U23 level? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted February 15, 2021 Author Share Posted February 15, 2021 7 minutes ago, ossieram said: A good win despite the best efforts of the ref. I really hope he proves me wrong, but I just don't see what Aghatise brings to the team! The lad is strong and isn't short of pace, but I just don't see the footballer in there. And the fact that the coaches seemed to spend the entire game shouting his name and telling him what to do, makes me believe that they don't think his decision making is very good. Shoved out on the wing at the last minute - a position he isn't used to. I'm not surprised he needed coaching throughout the game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted February 15, 2021 Author Share Posted February 15, 2021 3 minutes ago, Stuniverse said: That’s how I remember it as well. Wasn’t he a midfielder in the U18s then got converted to a striker at U23 level? Winger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 31 minutes ago, angieram said: Special mention for young Dylan Williams, got a lot of close physical "attention" but kept picking himself up and getting on with the game. Where has he come from? Not noticed him before. Thought he was absolutely excellent tonight and can take the close 'attention' as a massive compliment as their defenders took no chances with him in what was not a dirty game by any stretch. Just a whisper of a lad and despite some strong challenges, got up, dusted himself down and cracked on with the game. Quick, attacking, technically strong and clearly got some fight in him too. Looks yet another very good prospect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted February 15, 2021 Author Share Posted February 15, 2021 6 minutes ago, 86 Hair Islands said: Where has he come from? Not noticed him before. Thought he was absolutely excellent tonight and can take the close 'attention' as a massive compliment as their defenders took no chances with him in what was not a dirty game by any stretch. Just a whisper of a lad and despite some strong challenges, got up, dusted himself down and cracked on with the game. Quick, attacking, technically strong and clearly got some fight in him too. Looks yet another very good prospect. He's a first year scholar. Made a few appearances for the U18s last season too. Came through the younger age groups as a LB, but I think we'll see him mature into a winger long term. I think he's a proper Derby lad as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 37 minutes ago, ossieram said: A good win despite the best efforts of the ref. I really hope he proves me wrong, but I just don't see what Aghatise brings to the team! The lad is strong and isn't short of pace, but I just don't see the footballer in there. And the fact that the coaches seemed to spend the entire game shouting his name and telling him what to do, makes me believe that they don't think his decision making is very good. Tad harsh buddy. Unless I've got him mixed up with someone else, I think he's not been long with us whereas most of that side are well used to playing with each other and the system we tend to play too. Looked a scrapper and has bags of pace and could easily improve a deal when settled in. A final general observation - Festy!!! I know I bang on about the lad too much but he's a serious baller and utterly fearless. Could he play MF or even on the wing where his natural attacking instincts, speed and ability to beat players could be priceless? He's terrific in defence but almost seems wasted there. Would love to know how many yards he covered tonight too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 47 minutes ago, Ghost of Clough said: To be honest, he's exactly what we could do with on the first team bench. Bring him on for the final 5 minutes to press their defence and see games out. I hope he keeps this good form up and earns a decent move in the summer. He looks better than Duncan atm, why get rid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted February 15, 2021 Author Share Posted February 15, 2021 10 minutes ago, RoyMac5 said: He looks better than Duncan atm, why get rid? He's at that age where a decision needs to be made. If he isn't knocking on the first team door, he needs a move away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 5 minutes ago, Ghost of Clough said: He's a first year scholar. Made a few appearances for the U18s last season too. Came through the younger age groups as a LB, but I think we'll see him mature into a winger long term. I think he's a proper Derby lad as well. It's lads like him that got me hooked on the academy games. Watching the bright young talents progress through the ranks is such a buzz. We're very lucky to have such a productive academy and an owner who had the vision and will to ensure what was good became better. In 9 out of 10 games, he'd have been MOTM tonight. Easy to forget how young Festy is but Dylan and Harrison were really impressive tonight too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramit Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 That dribbling move by Ebosele was sublime. Great to see him back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaaLocks Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 12 hours ago, 86 Hair Islands said: Where has he come from? Not noticed him before. Thought he was absolutely excellent tonight and can take the close 'attention' as a massive compliment as their defenders took no chances with him in what was not a dirty game by any stretch. Just a whisper of a lad and despite some strong challenges, got up, dusted himself down and cracked on with the game. Quick, attacking, technically strong and clearly got some fight in him too. Looks yet another very good prospect. Thought Williams was great, still only 18 apparently but harried and ran his little tail feather off. Jordan Brown looks like he has a future, solid lad at the back, no fuss just product. Agree on Cresswell, though he did try his hardest to miss the open goal with his second. Ebosele is a unit, and has some engine on him as well. My big disappointment of the night was Duncan, he just looked unable to read the game and really should have done more with his control on his second half chance - he's young, time to grow but is currently nowhere near breaking through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted February 16, 2021 Author Share Posted February 16, 2021 14 minutes ago, BaaLocks said: Thought Williams was great, still only 18 apparently but harried and ran his little tail feather off. Jordan Brown looks like he has a future, solid lad at the back, no fuss just product. Agree on Cresswell, though he did try his hardest to miss the open goal with his second. Ebosele is a unit, and has some engine on him as well. My big disappointment of the night was Duncan, he just looked unable to read the game and really should have done more with his control on his second half chance - he's young, time to grow but is currently nowhere near breaking through. He's a first year scholar so either 16 or 17 ( I think 16). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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