Official Manchester City v Newcastle United thread

[Gelsons Dad]

i liked Vince at the back too. Nice to see us passing out of the back again and even hart playing it out short. I would prefer 2 up front as it would pressure the opposition further up the pitch but all in all 3 good points.

 

[Bluemoon115]

Stoke will try to beat us, we should easily be able to exploit them and sneak a win.

 

[Wooderbeen]

Watched the full match on TV and, with the exception of fifteen minutes in the second half, we were dominant. The standouts for me were Zabaleta and Ireland. Onuoha, Robinho and Bridge also played really well (despite Bridge's part in their goal).

If I have one criticism it's that there were too many little flicks and tricks when we were going forward. With a bit more direct play we could have killed the game off in the first half.

Oh and why does Richards, one of our fastest players over the last few years, suddenly look like he's running in treacle? He got roasted on more than one occasion.

Good debuts for De Jong (especially first half) and Bellamy (especially second half) too.

Back up to 9th and all in all a bloody good day at the office!

 

[Wooderbeen]

i liked Vince at the back too. Nice to see us passing out of the back again and even hart playing it out short. I would prefer 2 up front as it would pressure the opposition further up the pitch but all in all 3 good points.

I actually thought he looked shaky today for the first time. He had a touch of the 'Dunne's' about him at various points.

 

[gman07]

i think we win 2-1...

come on city!!!

oops... look i got it right... that never happens!!! page 11

 

[bluethai]

i liked Vince at the back too. Nice to see us passing out of the back again and even hart playing it out short. I would prefer 2 up front as it would pressure the opposition further up the pitch but all in all 3 good points.

I actually thought he looked shaky today for the first time. He had a touch of the 'Dunne's' about him at various points.

That the symptom of the player who try too much in the 1st captain's role in the City shirt. But I'm quiet certain that he will be back to his class for the next few matches.

 

[Wooderbeen]

i liked Vince at the back too. Nice to see us passing out of the back again and even hart playing it out short. I would prefer 2 up front as it would pressure the opposition further up the pitch but all in all 3 good points.

I actually thought he looked shaky today for the first time. He had a touch of the 'Dunne's' about him at various points.

That the symptom of the player who try too much in the 1st captain's role in the City shirt. But I'm quiet certain that he will be back to his class for the next few matches.

I believe you may be right.

 

[Hollywood Blue]

How did Jonas not get sent off?
Fucking unbelieveable.

 

[mcfcmatt]

Just got back and it was a great result 2-1 flattered Newcastle as they really are shite.
Good game for all, Robinho was good but seemed to lack a bit of confidence when in a position to go it alone.
Good debut's for Bellamy and De Jong, Zaba had another stormer.
No sick chanting or eggs thrown lol good night all round.

Nice one City

Stoke you are next!

 

[foreverblue]

I think overall it was very good performance. When you think Bellamy had his first start. De Jong who needs matches and Zabaleta in only his 2nd game played together in midfield. Then at the back a new partnership in Kompany and Onuoha, with Bridge only playing his second game for quite a while.

With more games together and De Jong and Bridge gaining fitness, this team will get stronger has the season goes on. Also I thought Elano played a very good cameo role when he came on.