Kemar Roofe

[Dkc]

If Leeds are relying on Bamford as their main striking option then they are beyond Hope.

 

[BushBlade]

If Leeds are relying on Bamford as their main striking option then they are beyond Hope.

They’re Castleton?

 

[Sheffsteel]

If Leeds are relying on Bamford as their main striking option then they are beyond Hope.

Very clever, took me a few seconds to get it though.

 

[Dnblade]

They’re Castleton?

No Hope

 

[Reedy1889]

I don't think that's a matter of fact: Bamford's form throughout his career has been generally inconsistent.

Watched them alot this season, they create chances and good ones at that. If he is called upon to be the main man for the rest of the season, providing he stays injury free i think he'll notch enough goals to keep them in the running for autos or even as champions.

 

[Cjay]

Worried about the fitness of Bamford, 2 ligament injuries in the same knee in the same season, not ideal.

But not worried about whether he can score goals, he definitely can, 1 in 2 p goal record in the championship (goal every 175 minutes) and thats without playing up front that often, hardly at all last season for Boro.

But fitness is the worry.

Izzy Brown the same, top class player at this level on his day, better then Samu Saiz, but after an ACL there is every chance he wont be the player he was before, least not for a while and by then may be to late.

And then we have Jack Clarke, no idea when he will come back, but if he does soon and he is well then he is as dangerous a winger as anyone in the league.

Not all bad, in theory we have 3 top attacking players to come in, but theories dont always work out.

 

[Maidenhead]

I have to admit Scoots, I umm'd and ahh'd loads before posing it.
Even though I could go in and edit it away, I think I'll leave it their to teach myself a lesson

Leave it there.

Another lesson for you, no need to thank me

 

[west_yorks_blade]

Worried about the fitness of Bamford, 2 ligament injuries in the same knee in the same season, not ideal.

But not worried about whether he can score goals, he definitely can, 1 in 2 p goal record in the championship (goal every 175 minutes) and thats without playing up front that often, hardly at all last season for Boro.

But fitness is the worry.

Izzy Brown the same, top class player at this level on his day, better then Samu Saiz, but after an ACL there is every chance he wont be the player he was before, least not for a while and by then may be to late.

And then we have Jack Clarke, no idea when he will come back, but if he does soon and he is well then he is as dangerous a winger as anyone in the league.

Not all bad, in theory we have 3 top attacking players to come in, but theories dont always work out.

What happened to Clarke?

 

[Cjay]

What happened to Clarke?

Collapsed on the bench vs Boro, oxygen, stretcher, the works.

Taken to hospital, had tests, apparently he is doing well but didnt train last week, only doing light gym work this week, clearly being very careful with him and rightly so (although we do really need him).

 

[GreasyChipBeattie]

Leave it there.

Another lesson for you, no need to thank me

I no, I no!!
I spotted that when it was too late.
I'm one of those annoying, self-appointed grammar police types as well

 

[Cerberus Blade]

Out for a period on the sidelines, makes leeds weaker. May miss the game with us...

They’re not that dependent on one man - good player though he is. I always prefer the opposition to be at full strength in big games like this anyhow, then they’ve no excuses when we beat them.

 

[Cerberus Blade]

They’re Castleton?

They try to Winnat all costs!

 

[west_yorks_blade]

Collapsed on the bench vs Boro, oxygen, stretcher, the works.

Taken to hospital, had tests, apparently he is doing well but didnt train last week, only doing light gym work this week, clearly being very careful with him and rightly so (although we do really need him).

ok cheers - but what was actually wrong with him?

 

[fishpie]

Hope, Castleton and Bamford all referenced in one S2 thread..As an ex Hope Valley Blade, I'm liking it..UTB

 

[CarlMcBlade]

Out for a period on the sidelines, makes leeds weaker. May miss the game with us...

Leeds will blame “spygate” and “Brexit for their loss of form

 

[Cjay]

ok cheers - but what was actually wrong with him?

Dont known.

Seizure has been mentioned by fans who apparently saw but whatever happened or what caused it isnt public.

 

[Chali 2na]

Watched them alot this season, they create chances and good ones at that. If he is called upon to be the main man for the rest of the season, providing he stays injury free i think he'll notch enough goals to keep them in the running for autos or even as champions.

Worried about the fitness of Bamford, 2 ligament injuries in the same knee in the same season, not ideal.

But not worried about whether he can score goals, he definitely can, 1 in 2 p goal record in the championship (goal every 175 minutes) and thats without playing up front that often, hardly at all last season for Boro.

But fitness is the worry.

Izzy Brown the same, top class player at this level on his day, better then Samu Saiz, but after an ACL there is every chance he wont be the player he was before, least not for a while and by then may be to late.

And then we have Jack Clarke, no idea when he will come back, but if he does soon and he is well then he is as dangerous a winger as anyone in the league.

Not all bad, in theory we have 3 top attacking players to come in, but theories dont always work out.

I'm not saying he can't score goals or that he's a bad player, but I'd personally be surprised if he got more than Sharp for the remainder of the season.

Also, his goal record since 2015 is very poor, though admittedly some of that was in the PL.

 

[Maidenhead]

I no, I no!!
I spotted that when it was too late.
I'm one of those annoying, self-appointed grammar police types as well

Know comment

 

[Cjay]

I'm not saying he can't score goals or that he's a bad player, but I'd personally be surprised if he got more than Sharp for the remainder of the season.

Also, his goal record since 2015 is very poor, though admittedly some of that was in the PL.

I dont know what happens to Billy Sharp when he puts on a Sheffield United shirt but he turns into a beast, wasnt that for us.

You're right Bamford hasnt got great stats since 2015 but if we discount the Prem spells as thats not relevant now, his Championship record is decent.

11 goals in 23 starts for Boro last season, 7 in 11 when playing as a striker.

9 games for us, 2 starts, 2 goals 1 assist, both goals came when he wasnt even fit enough to start.

Fully fit playing through the middle i think he is every bit as good as Sharp, Pukki, Gayle, better striker then Roofe imo.

If he stays fit id be keen to keep an eye on the Sharp and Bamford battle actually, just for fun.

Sharp has been awesome this season, be interesting to see how Paddy does fitness permitting.

 

[Cerberus Blade]

Hope, Castleton and Bamford all referenced in one S2 thread..As an ex Hope Valley Blade, I'm liking it..UTB

You got the tissues handy? Here goes...

Grindleford, Aston, Thornhill, Bradwell, Eyam, Brough and.....Shatton!

 

[Cerberus Blade]

Anyone gloating about Leeds being without Kemar Roofe will be gutted this morning to learn that we will be without Conor Washington. That’s God getting you back that is!

 

[Chali 2na]

I dont know what happens to Billy Sharp when he puts on a Sheffield United shirt but he turns into a beast, wasnt that for us.

You're right Bamford hasnt got great stats since 2015 but if we discount the Prem spells as thats not relevant now, his Championship record is decent.

11 goals in 23 starts for Boro last season, 7 in 11 when playing as a striker.

9 games for us, 2 starts, 2 goals 1 assist, both goals came when he wasnt even fit enough to start.

Fully fit playing through the middle i think he is every bit as good as Sharp, Pukki, Gayle, better striker then Roofe imo.

If he stays fit id be keen to keep an eye on the Sharp and Bamford battle actually, just for fun.

Sharp has been awesome this season, be interesting to see how Paddy does fitness permitting.

Very interesting points: I'll be honest, I only scanned his Wikipedia page which obviously doesn't account for starts/position

Whether or not he's at a Gayle/Sharp/Pukki level is up for debate. However, he's only just entering his prime, at 25, so One would assume (if he stays injury free) he has the ability to surpass all of them.

As for Sharp's spells elsewhere I think there's an element of not utilising him properly but I think it's also fair to say he's a better player now. He's got better year on year since he re-joined us, somehow.

 

[Cjay]

Very interesting points: I'll be honest, I only scanned his Wikipedia page which obviously doesn't account for starts/position

Whether or not he's at a Gayle/Sharp/Pukki level is up for debate. However, he's only just entering his prime, at 25, so One would assume (if he stays injury free) he has the ability to surpass all of them.

As for Sharp's spells elsewhere I think there's an element of not utilising him properly but I think it's also fair to say he's a better player now. He's got better year on year since he re-joined us, somehow.

Its hard to know really what will happen to Bamford, injuries, playing in the wrong position etc have caused issues but his strike rate in the Championship is solid.

At the same point in his career as Billy Sharp he has the better Championship record, Sharp had 94 games (minutes played taken into account) and 38 goals with a goal every 222 minutes, thats taken ending after the 2010- 2011 season when Sharp was 24 going on 25 that season same as Paddy now.

Thats a long way of Bamford who is on 71 games 38 goals with a goal every 169 minutes.

His Championship record is really strong when you consider 2 of his managers were Karanka and Pulis, not known for there attacking football so presumably chances at a premium. He has also only taken a few pens, i can find record of 4 in his career, none in the Championship scored, 1 missed, Sharp had scored 6 Championship pens by the end of 2010/ 2011 season.

Just defending our player, not doing Sharp down, i think he has gotten better and better tbh, watch him when your on tele, far more intelligent striker now imo, excellent poacher as you say.

If Paddy can keep up with Sharp then we will be alright for promotion