by hughsies no.1 » 06 Feb 2009 12:33
by Victor Meldrew » 06 Feb 2009 12:35
Mr Angry Both Lita and Long have something to offer RFC as they are different types of striker; personally, I think it would be better if we actually kept hold of some of our younger strikers and saw their development and maturity through to something approaching the finished article - which neither Lita or Long are at this time.
Our recent past has been littered with discarded younger strikers who have pushed on and developed with other clubs; Henderson, Tyson and Cox being 3 that come immediately to mind (and a case could be made for Morgan as well).
I would like to think that both will play a part for us during the rest of the season.
by Platypuss » 06 Feb 2009 12:39
Steve Coppell “Noel is back in the squad, but I don’t know exactly what I’ll do but he will certainly be in the mix."
“Leroy’s workrate was right up there at QPR. He’s got to reproduce that and I will probably go with him this Saturday.
“All of them know there is real competition. Goals are the solution to all our problems. We need our people up front to be creating and scoring goals. The pressure is on for everyone.”
by Man Friday » 06 Feb 2009 12:50
Royal Lady You can hardly complain that Leroy didn't score against QPR when our most prolific striker didn't either.
by Man Friday » 06 Feb 2009 12:52
Ian Royal There is more to being a striker than goals and assists.
by Woodcote Royal » 06 Feb 2009 12:57
cmonurz :lol:
Or, Lita knows that the worst thing for him and Reading is that he stagnates on the bench, and asked, rather than demanded, that he go out on loan. The loan spell maintained his match sharpness at this level, as well as proving he can score goals in the Championship. 8 of them, which is more than 5.
by Man Friday » 06 Feb 2009 12:58
PlatypussSteve Coppell “Noel is back in the squad, but I don’t know exactly what I’ll do but he will certainly be in the mix."
“Leroy’s workrate was right up there at QPR. He’s got to reproduce that and I will probably go with him this Saturday.
“All of them know there is real competition. Goals are the solution to all our problems. We need our people up front to be creating and scoring goals. The pressure is on for everyone.”
Well played Snowball and Woodcote. Glad to see SC has taken advantage of your wisdom.
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:04
cmonurz :lol:
Or, Lita knows that the worst thing for him and Reading is that he stagnates on the bench, and asked, rather than demanded, that he go out on loan. The loan spell maintained his match sharpness at this level, as well as proving he can score goals in the Championship. 8 of them, which is more than 5.
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:07
Woodcote Royalcmonurz :lol:
Or, Lita knows that the worst thing for him and Reading is that he stagnates on the bench, and asked, rather than demanded, that he go out on loan. The loan spell maintained his match sharpness at this level, as well as proving he can score goals in the Championship. 8 of them, which is more than 5.
Or, Lita was a selfish twat who, unlike Long and the rest of the squad, put his interests before the team.
Actually, Lita, unlike some of his dim witted fans, has already admitted his poor attitude in this respect which should help his future here far more than some of the pathetic, unjustified hero worship above.
by Woodcote Royal » 06 Feb 2009 13:21
PlatypussSteve Coppell “Noel is back in the squad, but I don’t know exactly what I’ll do but he will certainly be in the mix."
“Leroy’s workrate was right up there at QPR. He’s got to reproduce that and I will probably go with him this Saturday.
“All of them know there is real competition. Goals are the solution to all our problems. We need our people up front to be creating and scoring goals. The pressure is on for everyone.”
Well played Snowball and Woodcote. Glad to see SC has taken advantage of your wisdom.
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:29
by cmonurz » 06 Feb 2009 13:32
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:38
Snowball Long has only started 4 games in the Championship
3-1 v Stoke (his first start aged 19)
4-2 v Palace (came off after 58 minutes)
3-1 v Burnley (he scored, came off after 65 minutes)
1-1 v Southampton (he scored, winning a precious point)
So he has scored in 2/4 starts in the Championship (actually played 3.5 games for two goals)
When Long has started in a Championship game, Reading have not lost. EVER. W3 D1 11-5
So how EXACTLY is that "can't play well when he starts"?
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:39
cmonurz Woodcote is becoming very aggressive on this thread. Why is the belief that Lita is a better option than Long 'pathetic hero worship?'
by Baines » 06 Feb 2009 13:43
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:46
by brendywendy » 06 Feb 2009 13:48
Woodcote Royalcmonurz :lol:
Or, Lita knows that the worst thing for him and Reading is that he stagnates on the bench, and asked, rather than demanded, that he go out on loan. The loan spell maintained his match sharpness at this level, as well as proving he can score goals in the Championship. 8 of them, which is more than 5.
Or, Lita was a selfish twat who, unlike Long and the rest of the squad, put his interests before the team.
Actually, Lita, unlike some of his dim witted fans, has already admitted his poor attitude in this respect which should help his future here far more than some of the pathetic, unjustified hero worship above.
by Hoop Blah » 06 Feb 2009 13:48
by Snowball » 06 Feb 2009 13:51
brendywendyWoodcote Royalcmonurz :lol:
Or, Lita knows that the worst thing for him and Reading is that he stagnates on the bench, and asked, rather than demanded, that he go out on loan. The loan spell maintained his match sharpness at this level, as well as proving he can score goals in the Championship. 8 of them, which is more than 5.
Or, Lita was a selfish twat who, unlike Long and the rest of the squad, put his interests before the team.
Actually, Lita, unlike some of his dim witted fans, has already admitted his poor attitude in this respect which should help his future here far more than some of the pathetic, unjustified hero worship above.
didnt he just said before i just wanted to play, if it wasnt here i needed time on loan, now he has realised it is better to stay and fight for a place
i see nothing in this that admits poor attitude, just that his desperation to play took precedence before
by brendywendy » 06 Feb 2009 14:00
Snowballbrendywendy [quote="Woodcote Royal
Or, Lita was a selfish twat who, unlike Long and the rest of the squad, put his interests before the team.
Actually, Lita, unlike some of his dim witted fans, has already admitted his poor attitude in this respect which should help his future here far more than some of the pathetic, unjustified hero worship above.
didnt he just said before i just wanted to play, if it wasnt here i needed time on loan, now he has realised it is better to stay and fight for a place
i see nothing in this that admits poor attitude, just that his desperation to play took precedence before
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