Kolarov = another wait for a good city leftback

[gio's side step]

It's simple enough to be concluded it's simple nonsense.

Because we have rich owners, doesn't mean we should just start to throw around arrogance, of it doesnt matter how much we pay for player, nor does it matter if he ends up being a top player or not. I'm ultimately basing my concerns of Kolarov and from watching him as a player. It is completely reasonable to also note, that 16 million pounds for a player who lacks pace in the PL and is always going to be problematic in that sense, and who has a license to waste possession by shooting when he deems it to be selfishly appropriate, not necessarily to the benefit of the team, is not justifiable.

Care to discuss the issue of his lack of pace?

The nature of being a full-back is such that you will get exposed from time to time. Wingers are, by their very nature among the fastest players on any team.

Look at Bale against Macion for example. That is what happened to Kolarov against Blackpool. But anyone should be able to see that he has great technique, good delivery, and good range of passing. He can tackle, and doesn't wilt towards the end of games. He is still adjusting to the pace and will therefore continue to improve.

It is clear that Bobby rates him highly, and I for one (although it is clear from this board I am not alone) would take his assesment of a footballer over yours all day every day.

In today's game, especially the PL, it is vital that your full backs have pace. I am not suggesting Kolarov doesnt posess any quality whatsoever. I am saying he is not a top left back. I actually agree with you about him improving. And you know my original post was a little provocative to weed out a few idiots who will come back with he was 'superb'. And those who wont have any amount of criticism against him because 'Bobby Manc' signed him.

The truth here is that whilst he will improve, I can see teams targetting him in particular as a weak part in our side defensively. Furthermore, I would prefer Mancini to have a word about the ill discipline in him 'shooting' from anywhere when he deems appropriate. Im not suggesting he never shoots at all, but when we are losing the game 1-0, and chasing it the longer the games goes on, frustration increases, anxiety increases, yet Kolarov was still trying silly long range shots, which really do then cause that 'chasing', 'frustration' and 'anxiety' to accelerate amongst other players on the team

 

[br55]

All I can say is.....that everybody (yes everybody) I spoke to after the match was pleased with Kolarov's performance and there were many positive comments made. It takes time to settle into the premier league and to attack someone so viciously and completely 'write him off' so early on in his City career is really weird.

 

[gio's side step]

'Superb'? Again, another example of the self deception city army

In your eyes, who was our best player yesterday?

I genuinely dont believe we had one. I think they all under performed.

Very slow tempo with the ball going sideways, lacking any real penetration or width.

 

[LongsightM13]

So after Joe Hart and Carlos yesterday, today's bluemoon scapegoat is AK...
He has only played 10 or so games in a new team, in a new country, after a World Cup and a bad injury. Give him time to settle and he will be immense for us.
I despair at the lack of patience shown to players on here sometimes.
Since our takeover, it seems like some people want the moon on a stick - and want it RIGHT NOW!!!

 

[mcfcliam]

OP, utter tripe.

 

[samharris]

So after Joe Hart and Carlos yesterday, today's bluemoon scapegoat is AK...
He has only played 10 or so games in a new team, in a new country, after a World Cup and a bad injury. Give him time to settle and he will be immense for us.
I despair at the lack of patience shown to players on here sometimes.
Since our takeover, it seems like some people want the moon on a stick - and want it RIGHT NOW!!!

thats a hell of a stick. :)

 

[gio's side step]

All I can say is.....that everybody (yes everybody) I spoke to after the match was pleased with Kolarov's performance and there were many positive comments made. It takes time to settle into the premier league and to attack someone so viciously and completely 'write him off' so early on in his City career is really weird.

People were suggesting he had a good game, because it was marginally better than the crap he's produced so far for us this season. He has been poor. Suspect. Shaky. And fans know it. So its a case of, Kolarov looked better today, so let's translate this into he was superb, and MOTM.

 

[Millwallawayveteran1988]

One cross yesterday when we had 4 players in the box was woeful. Hit 6 feet above anyone at 100mph. He shoots too often and overall along with boateng has been a poor signing for the money. We have spent a shit load on full backs in the last 3 years and still dont have a top quality one on either side.

 

[samharris]

In your eyes, who was our best player yesterday?

I genuinely dont believe we had one. I think they all under performed.

Very slow tempo with the ball going sideways, lacking any real penetration or width.

Very slow tempo ?? ahh that'll be kolarov then. ;)

 

[gio's side step]

OP, utter tripe.

Shit, sorry

Forgot to sing the Kolarov song.