Ram1988 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Well done Conor! We we are all Derby are behind you. AlvoRam! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBX1985 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 2 hours ago, David said: Just to chime in here and say I like the idea of letting the players decide. In fact, I would go as far as saying it's a great idea. They are all professional footballers, most will have played in numerous teams under various captains. They will know individually more than anyone what they want from their captain and vote accordingly. As a fan, I couldn't care less who gets the armband, it's not going to affect my life in any way other than see them lead the team out the tunnel. The captain announcement is on par with the squad numbers announcement. Just a formality. I would go further and say that if it doesn't work out it will be changed. If someone is unsuitable words will be had. Warne is only going to give the job to someone he thinks is able. It is like the pick a card trick: you have the illusion of choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjam Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 My only concern is he looks as though he has more of a marathon runner physique, his arms look a bit scrawny for lifting trophies at the end of the season... RadioactiveWaste, DavesaRam, RoyMac5 and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadioactiveWaste Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 1 minute ago, maxjam said: My only concern is he looks as though he has more of a marathon runner physique, his arms look a bit scrawny for lifting trophies at the end of the season... Pro cyclists are even worse, you can see them struggling with a bunch of flowers on the tour de France podium at the end of each stage. jono, maxjam, GB SPORTS and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinhectoring Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 well one thing Hourihane IS good at is getting in the referee’s face which sadly is a big part of the role these days. As well instituting a crazy process, Warne instituted it too soon. The new arrivals are still getting their boots under their desks and friendlies are very different to the weekly grind Should have waited 5 or 6 games before that vote Perhaps it will increase Hourihane’s consistency of effort in which case it will prove an excellent choice If it doesn’t it will become a problem DavesaRam, Comrade 86 and ariotofmyown 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 5 minutes ago, kevinhectoring said: As well instituting a crazy process A crazy process which Guardiola, widely considered to be the best manager around at the minute has done the same, then lifted the Premier League title. https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-city-players-captain-vote-24754845.amp Oh, Klopp as well https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/first-team/322564-klopp-liverpool-vote-van-dijk What do they know I guess 🤷🏻♂️ Comrade 86, Andicis, JuanFloEvraTheCocu'sNesta and 10 others 2 1 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walkley Ram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 3 minutes ago, David said: A crazy process which Guardiola, widely considered to be the best manager around at the minute has done the same, then lifted the Premier League title. https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-city-players-captain-vote-24754845.amp Oh, Klopp as well https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/first-team/322564-klopp-liverpool-vote-van-dijk What do they know I guess 🤷🏻♂️ Yeah but Warne is doing things differently and I don't like that. I want things to be exactly as I imagine they should be in my own head, and I don't want anything to ever change. mwram1973, RadioactiveWaste, Day and 8 others 1 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walkley Ram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Oh and I don't like his bobble hat or the fact that he dares to have a personality either. Wind your neck in Paul. Caerphilly Ram, Carnero, GB SPORTS and 3 others 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 31 minutes ago, MadAmster said: . He has said he tells all potential signings they aren't guaranteed a starting place. IMO he's right to tell them that. I heard him say he tells new recruits he employs them to train, not play matches. I like that attitude. MaltRam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Eagle's Barmy Army Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 22 minutes ago, kevinhectoring said: well one thing Hourihane IS good at is getting in the referee’s face which sadly is a big part of the role these days. As well instituting a crazy process, Warne instituted it too soon. The new arrivals are still getting their boots under their desks and friendlies are very different to the weekly grind Should have waited 5 or 6 games before that vote Perhaps it will increase Hourihane’s consistency of effort in which case it will prove an excellent choice If it doesn’t it will become a problem Your even looking at ways to bring the process down when you probably agree with the result. Unbelievable Wolfie20 and ariotofmyown 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Eagle's Barmy Army Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 16 minutes ago, David said: A crazy process which Guardiola, widely considered to be the best manager around at the minute has done the same, then lifted the Premier League title. https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-city-players-captain-vote-24754845.amp Oh, Klopp as well https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/first-team/322564-klopp-liverpool-vote-van-dijk What do they know I guess 🤷🏻♂️ I’m guessing this was just luck in some people’s eyes. A select few will be wanting us to fail just so they were right. Ram@Lincoln and DiggerB 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 40 minutes ago, BathRam72 said: So why say it then? 😂 Because I said “not much more” not “nothing more”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walkley Ram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 1 minute ago, Bald Eagle's Barmy Army said: I’m guessing this was just luck in some people’s eyes. A select few will be wanting us to fail just so they were right. To be fair, those fans who relish negativity and pessimism must have a much better time as a Derby fan. JuanFloEvraTheCocu'sNesta, AlvoRam!, Caerphilly Ram and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Buxton's Bat Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 29 minutes ago, kevinhectoring said: well one thing Hourihane IS good at is getting in the referee’s face which sadly is a big part of the role these days. As well instituting a crazy process, Warne instituted it too soon. The new arrivals are still getting their boots under their desks and friendlies are very different to the weekly grind Should have waited 5 or 6 games before that vote Perhaps it will increase Hourihane’s consistency of effort in which case it will prove an excellent choice If it doesn’t it will become a problem I'd say Hourihane is good at getting in the ref's ear rather than in the ref's face. That may be important, bearing in mind the touted crackdown on ref's personal space invasion by players. We don't want some uber aggressive nutter as captain, neither do we want a shrinking violet. Good choice IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BathRam72 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 3 hours ago, Tamworthram said: Just as long as it doesn’t become a popularity vote rather than a suitability vote. I’m confident it won’t be by the way but that is always a risk with such a selection method. Having said that, I agree, it’s not much more than a formality same as with squad numbers. 48 minutes ago, Tamworthram said: Because I said “not much more” not “nothing more”. My Apologies. I was referring to the fact you said about it being a popularity vote rather then a suitability vote. You then went on to say 'Having said that, I agree, it's not much more than a formality same as squad number. I found it amusing that you had you say, then said it was a formality anyway. Just my sense of humour, hence the laughing emoji Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 2 hours ago, kevinhectoring said: well one thing Hourihane IS good at is getting in the referee’s face which sadly is a big part of the role these days. As well instituting a crazy process, Warne instituted it too soon. The new arrivals are still getting their boots under their desks and friendlies are very different to the weekly grind Should have waited 5 or 6 games before that vote Perhaps it will increase Hourihane’s consistency of effort in which case it will prove an excellent choice If it doesn’t it will become a problem When Birdy was a bit rash in the Sheffield United game, Hourihan stepped in with the ref. My view was admittedly from a distance, but he looked to do an excellent job of diffusing things yet standing our corner at the same time. Caerphilly Ram 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amberram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 3 hours ago, Kernow said: Confirmed as Conor Hourihane. Steve How Hard?, RoyMac5 and Caerphilly Ram 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Amberram said: He did look more than bored all the way through Conor's 'acceptance speech', was he on his phone too? Edited August 3, 2023 by RoyMac5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladram Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 People seem fixated about the match day part of the club captain's role. Paul Warne was very clear that the club captain is the one who leads by example and sets the standards 24/7. Conor Hourihane is the person the squad think is best to do this. Not sure how we can argue with the decision, though of course we will. Blondest Goat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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