Gejon 2 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 The old Alan Smith we are all hoping for wasn't even that good. He was decent and looked to have some potential but was nowhere near as good as people seem to remember hence him playing in midfield a fair bit even at Leeds. He had a purple patch at Manchester United when he went on a decent run of scoring a goal every game but that was short lived and with the players in that team you are going to get a lot more chances. I need to have a little hope though so am praying someone has told him during his time away that forwards actually shoot and score goals so he can get over that fear that Ferguson obviously put into him to try and keep him disciplined enough to try and play in a DM role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 3, 2009 Author Share Posted February 3, 2009 The old Alan Smith we are all hoping for wasn't even that good. He was decent and looked to have some potential but was nowhere near as good as people seem to remember hence him playing in midfield a fair bit even at Leeds. He had a purple patch at Manchester United when he went on a decent run of scoring a goal every game but that was short lived and with the players in that team you are going to get a lot more chances. I need to have a little hope though so am praying someone has told him during his time away that forwards actually shoot and score goals so he can get over that fear that Ferguson obviously put into him to try and keep him disciplined enough to try and play in a DM role. Can't remember the game now but he was about 10-12 yards out and just needed to head it, but tried some kind of panicked overhead. Near goal the ball just seems to frighten him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden McGroin 5154 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 (edited) Carroll and Ameobi will offer more than Smith. He has been out all season and is rusty for a start. Give him a few games in the reserves. If he looks lively, then we can think about giving him a chance. How long is the Duke out for? We need his textbook end of season return VERY soon. In the meantime, i'd personally play Martins and Carroll up front - at least until Owen returns. Edited February 3, 2009 by Holden McGroin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Viduka's meant to be fit, if not match-fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden McGroin 5154 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Viduka's meant to be fit, if not match-fit. Has he ever been 'match fit' ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Viduka's meant to be fit, if not match-fit. Has he ever been 'match fit' ??? No What I mean is, I think he's back in full training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden McGroin 5154 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Right now, we need another porky from Fat Mike. "Mark, if you keep us up this season I will give you an extra years contract on 80k per week" "Excellent. I'll be fit for West Brom" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Bob Almighty! 0 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 It says feb 22nd on physioroom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 3, 2009 Author Share Posted February 3, 2009 Who's idea was it to sign Smith and Viduka? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 The dates on physioroom relate to the game they estimate players will be fit for btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 20239 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 he should be left back........in the changing rooms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snakehips 0 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 I'm waiting for Kinnear to come out with the usual, "It'll be like having a new player" when Smith is due back in the team. :protest: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 3, 2009 Author Share Posted February 3, 2009 I'm waiting for Kinnear to come out with the usual, "It'll be like having a new player" when Smith is due back in the team. :protest: Already done it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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