by Kitson for England » 11 Aug 2009 12:52
by Woodcote Royal » 11 Aug 2009 13:19
OLLIE KEARNS Here's a "cold light of day" view of Hunty.
His key strength was his desire which in turn fueled an ability to get around the pitch at a continued level of intensity that few players can match. I'll never forget the first half of the Chelsea match (2nd season in prem) when Sidwell was taken off at half time having had Hunty on his back almost every time he go the ball.
His energy levels also often took him into areas that proved to be highly creative i.e last minute goal v Sunderland. A 95th minute run from midfield to get on the end of a cross is a match winning attribute.
Technically he is decent at best but any deficiency was masked by the previously mentioned attributes.
If you look at the past 3 seasons adrenalin levels would have been very high for the most part i.e championship winning season, first year in prem, first half of 2nd season in prem. I think this is a crucial element in terms of him being able to play at such high levels of intensity. My view is that once adrenalin levels drop (struggling side in 2nd prem season) and you get 46 game championship seasons (last year) then his ability to get around the pitch becomes impaired. Take just 5% of that away from his game and you expose his technical limitations.
His move to Hull is good for everyone. Less games plus Prem adrenalin will relight his fire next season and he'll be back at old performance levels. We get to reinvest the money in a player that is a better fit for our current squad.
All in all he was a very good player for Reading. The time is right for change and I wish him alll the best at Hull.
by Whore Jackie » 11 Aug 2009 13:40
by Terminal Boardom » 11 Aug 2009 13:50
Woodcote Royal
I was a big fan of Hunty and still laugh at those who insist he has no talent but at the same time have never accused any of Sidwell, Shorey, Murty and Ingimarsson of having a poor game in the hoops. Their favorites never put a foot wrong and those they hate never do anything right.
by floyd__streete » 11 Aug 2009 13:51
The Rouge but one of the things over the years I have disliked is how RFC fans seemed to have gone from fans-that-remember-past-players-who-have-contributed-to-the-club to ungrateful-plastic-fans-that-boo-players-as-soon-as-they-move-on.
by Woodcote Royal » 11 Aug 2009 13:56
Terminal BoardomWoodcote Royal
I was a big fan of Hunty and still laugh at those who insist he has no talent but at the same time have never accused any of Sidwell, Shorey, Murty and Ingimarsson of having a poor game in the hoops. Their favorites never put a foot wrong and those they hate never do anything right.
Shorey was shocking in his last season for us as has been posted on about a million threads not so far from this one!
As for Sidwell, Shorey, Muts and Ingi, I do not, ever, recall a single one of them be quoted in the media stating that they wanted to leave.
Just accept that the move is best for all concerned.
by SLAMMED » 11 Aug 2009 14:07
Mike Hunt Thank you, Stephen Hunt, for one of the best moments I have seen in the Premier League:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcdCq2OxtGc
by Great Knolly » 11 Aug 2009 14:11
strapGreat Knolly
Rodgers can probably accommodate 1 player who is going to play off the cuff, and create things from nothing, and at the moment, that's probably Kebe.
Oh for crying out loud!! Enough of the Kebe is God. How many open goals does this clown have to miss before you all realise he's a liability!?!?! He has done NOTHING, absolutely NOTHING AT ALL to warrant the praise that is regualrly heaped on him. The man is a total waste of space who happens to be able run fast, (when he can be arsed)!!! He's a spinter NOT a footballer.
by Terminal Boardom » 11 Aug 2009 14:11
Woodcote RoyalTerminal BoardomWoodcote Royal
I was a big fan of Hunty and still laugh at those who insist he has no talent but at the same time have never accused any of Sidwell, Shorey, Murty and Ingimarsson of having a poor game in the hoops. Their favorites never put a foot wrong and those they hate never do anything right.
Shorey was shocking in his last season for us as has been posted on about a million threads not so far from this one!
As for Sidwell, Shorey, Muts and Ingi, I do not, ever, recall a single one of them be quoted in the media stating that they wanted to leave.
Just accept that the move is best for all concerned.
I do accept the move is best for all concerned.
I was alluding to the fact that some supporters never gave him any credit for having any talent whatsoever when that clearly was not the case.
You also seem to have missed the point about Shorey etc.
by brendywendy » 11 Aug 2009 14:19
by Ark Royal » 11 Aug 2009 14:20
ArchArk Royal Not unless we use some of this pikey money to buy a new striker to replace The Doyler. That has to be No.1 priority. Smith or Nugent please!
Why one of those two, Ark? I have to admit I've never been all that excited abotu the prospect of spendnig seven figures on Smith. Nugent I think is a terrific talent, but it's somewhat worrying that he hasn't kicked on. I'd be enthusiastic about signing him, but not to the exclusion of anyone else. I'd definitely like to see us sign a real goal threat, but I'm not goign to throw my hat into the ring for a certain player purely on the grounds that we've been linked with them in the press.
by Baines » 11 Aug 2009 14:26
Great KnollystrapGreat Knolly
Rodgers can probably accommodate 1 player who is going to play off the cuff, and create things from nothing, and at the moment, that's probably Kebe.
Oh for crying out loud!! Enough of the Kebe is God. How many open goals does this clown have to miss before you all realise he's a liability!?!?! He has done NOTHING, absolutely NOTHING AT ALL to warrant the praise that is regualrly heaped on him. The man is a total waste of space who happens to be able run fast, (when he can be arsed)!!! He's a spinter NOT a footballer.
Where did I say Kebe is God ?
by Berry » 11 Aug 2009 14:29
by Barry the bird boggler » 11 Aug 2009 14:31
Kitson for England A player that gives 110%, good at taking corners, good taking free kicks, good luck. Who I am going to moan about now?
by 79Royal » 11 Aug 2009 14:37
Barry the bird bogglerKitson for England A player that gives 110%, good at taking corners, good taking free kicks, good luck. Who I am going to moan about now?
Kebe would seem the next logical scapegoat
by brendywendy » 11 Aug 2009 14:38
by Royal Rother » 11 Aug 2009 14:45
by SteveRoyal » 11 Aug 2009 14:49
by Rawlie19 » 11 Aug 2009 14:51
brendywendy its the rosenior and kebe show for the booboys this year
no contest
by Rawlie19 » 11 Aug 2009 14:52
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