ready1873 3,864 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Absolutely outstanding yesterday. So calm and composed. I made a thread months ago on him and mentioned about us signing him. He seems determined to play for Spurs tho sadly. Maybe yesterday will sway his mind? The big man was top notch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the goal machine 7,765 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Think we might get him for another season on a loan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsasasfloppyhair 13,310 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Yesterday would have attracted many players to come to the club. Would love ball to sign up permanently. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camshy 812 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 I think he performed well but he is not a midfielder, almost cost us a few times with his decision making and poor distribution........we badly need a proper holding midfield man because Dom doesn't cut the mustard for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready1873 3,864 Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Dont forget, the guy is young. He is learning and will be a good player. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
soulboy 2,513 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 will miss the final which is a shame for him, means Shiels or Zelalem will start as haliday will have to play CDM Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCDBigBear 10,763 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Obviously the result was brilliant but we should not be blind to some deficiencies in our team/squad. Ball is never a midfielder and he made quite a few mistakes yesterday. He was a bit better when he stepped back into defence when Kiernan went off but I won't be sad if he goes back south and we sign a better CB. We still look weak in the air defending corners and free kicks and we have looked like that for much of the season. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready1873 3,864 Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Well from what I remember at Hampden he was outstanding. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daverfc13 175 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Big man was class, hope to see him back next season Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenosebrad 452 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Dom said high point of his career, Dom another season how can you say no. I agree with other in here that game yesterday will attract many different players or sealed their move to us. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillwallLoyal 281 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 3 minutes ago, ready1873 said: Well from what I remember at Hampden he was outstanding. Agree 100%. Outstanding. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumbGER 24,518 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 I thought Ball was excellent in the midfield yesterday,he was like a man posessed and the lego muncher more than met his match with him and Andy. I worried when he moved back but credit to wee Gedion for coming on and looking cool as a cucumber. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the goal machine 7,765 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 26 minutes ago, JCDBigBear said: Obviously the result was brilliant but we should not be blind to some deficiencies in our team/squad. Ball is never a midfielder and he made quite a few mistakes yesterday. He was a bit better when he stepped back into defence when Kiernan went off but I won't be sad if he goes back south and we sign a better CB. We still look weak in the air defending corners and free kicks and we have looked like that for much of the season. Very harsh. Thought he was really good all game. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cp9 753 Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Had a great game. Did one of those jobs that not many folk will see, but if he hadn't done so well the result could have been completely different. Would like him to stay, but equally we don't own him and he's not going to add value to the squad. Crooks has to be given the nod over him next season. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCDBigBear 10,763 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 17 hours ago, the goal machine said: Very harsh. Thought he was really good all game. No I'm sorry mate, he was very poor in the game. We must not fall into the trap of allowing the result to deflect from obvious shortcomings. We are all euphoric about putting out the dark side but we are nowhere near the finished article, particularly defensively. To put it into perspective, what would the comments be like if Foderingham had not saved that last minute free kick? The answer is that we would be picking the bones of the players we considered didn't do enough. We outplayed them in a footballing sense but they actually had more goal-scoring opportunities. We had twice as much possession but they had three times as many attempts on goal which is a reality we must address going forward. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
feda16 136 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 16 minutes ago, JCDBigBear said: No I'm sorry mate, he was very poor in the game. We must not fall into the trap of allowing the result to deflect from obvious shortcomings. We are all euphoric about putting out the dark side but we are nowhere near the finished article, particularly defensively. To put it into perspective, what would the comments be like if Foderingham had not saved that last minute free kick? The answer is that we would be picking the bones of the players we considered didn't do enough. We outplayed them in a footballing sense but they actually had more goal-scoring opportunities. We had twice as much possession but they had three times as many attempts on goal which is a reality we must address going forward. are there opta stats for the game? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smile 26,592 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 When he did that Cruyff turn where he almost fucked us i was pretty angry, slow getting to a few challenges as well but overall did his job yesterday in an unfamiliar position. When he went back to defend he needs to be better in the air. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smile 26,592 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 18 minutes ago, JCDBigBear said: No I'm sorry mate, he was very poor in the game. We must not fall into the trap of allowing the result to deflect from obvious shortcomings. We are all euphoric about putting out the dark side but we are nowhere near the finished article, particularly defensively. To put it into perspective, what would the comments be like if Foderingham had not saved that last minute free kick? The answer is that we would be picking the bones of the players we considered didn't do enough. We outplayed them in a footballing sense but they actually had more goal-scoring opportunities. We had twice as much possession but they had three times as many attempts on goal which is a reality we must address going forward. Sensible point amid the hyperbole. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dummiesoot 15,965 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 20 minutes ago, JCDBigBear said: No I'm sorry mate, he was very poor in the game. We must not fall into the trap of allowing the result to deflect from obvious shortcomings. We are all euphoric about putting out the dark side but we are nowhere near the finished article, particularly defensively. To put it into perspective, what would the comments be like if Foderingham had not saved that last minute free kick? The answer is that we would be picking the bones of the players we considered didn't do enough. We outplayed them in a footballing sense but they actually had more goal-scoring opportunities. We had twice as much possession but they had three times as many attempts on goal which is a reality we must address going forward. Shooting willynilly from 35 yards out shows how well we limited clear cut chances. They had to change their style of play, not us. I think you are bring harsh mate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I think it's vital we get him to stay with us another season on loan at least. I think he's perfect for us but not really what Tottenham need. I think he loves it here too which is a major bonus. I think even with all the goodwill in the world at his end, if Tottenham do want him and want to give him a contract could we match possibly 20k a week that he might get (at a guess) I think it boils down to what Tottenham want to do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 18 hours ago, JCDBigBear said: Obviously the result was brilliant but we should not be blind to some deficiencies in our team/squad. Ball is never a midfielder and he made quite a few mistakes yesterday. He was a bit better when he stepped back into defence when Kiernan went off but I won't be sad if he goes back south and we sign a better CB. We still look weak in the air defending corners and free kicks and we have looked like that for much of the season. I do rate Ball but I think you make some great points in that. It is essential we don't get carried away and look for ways to improve. Warburton will be thinking exactly the same as yourself there which is exactly what we need to do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryju84 3,170 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I think we are all going to complain about whoever is in that position making mistakes at one point or another. We are an attack minded team and Dom was leading a 3 man defense (as will the future CDM whoever that may be) with Wilson and Kiernan behind, while our wing backs and other CM's formed a 7-man attack. I thought our defense done well overall against the only area of the park that the Tims can usually threaten from (with the Thumb and... erm... eh... well that's it) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turnberry18 3,204 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 Best I've seen him. His use of the ball was top class. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MolsGoals 96 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 I think that when ball is sitting in holding midfield is when we are at our best, he played there against Hibs in the last game, Dundee and Celtic yesterday. Plays a similar role to Dier at Spurs and just does simple things while working hard to break up play. If he could add any sort of attacking attributes to his game could see him molding into a top player. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Harry 55 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 1 hour ago, JCDBigBear said: No I'm sorry mate, he was very poor in the game. We must not fall into the trap of allowing the result to deflect from obvious shortcomings. We are all euphoric about putting out the dark side but we are nowhere near the finished article, particularly defensively. To put it into perspective, what would the comments be like if Foderingham had not saved that last minute free kick? The answer is that we would be picking the bones of the players we considered didn't do enough. We outplayed them in a footballing sense but they actually had more goal-scoring opportunities. We had twice as much possession but they had three times as many attempts on goal which is a reality we must address going forward. Why can you not just enjoy the fact that we fucked the scum and are in the Scottish cup final. Leave the analysis to the guy that picks the team, think Mr Warburton knows what he's doing! WATP Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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