Matt Lowton & Stephen Quinn

[SE1Blade]

The outstanding players for United tonight according to the reporter at The Lane on Sky Sports News. I'd be interested to hear from those there whether they agree.

Good win nevertheless.

 

[Pompey_Blade]

The outstanding players for United tonight according to the reporter at The Lane on Sky Sports News. I'd be interested to hear from those there whether they agree.

Good win nevertheless.

Yes i Just watched that. He didnt do us any favours saying that lowton should be playing at alot higher level, as true as it may be.

 

[diplomat]

Lowton was very good indeed. Everyone played well really.

 

[muttsnuts]

The outstanding players for United tonight according to the reporter at The Lane on Sky Sports News. I'd be interested to hear from those there whether they agree.

Good win nevertheless.

Thought Quinn and Macdonald were the two worst players tonight. Also got to start putting the chances away, some teams we play aren,t going to give us that much space.

 

[BladeInThatcham]

An Everton supporting mate of mine went tonight in corperate hospitality (flash git) and he singled out Quinn as our best player "by a mile". Also rated Lescinal too.
I honestly thought Keith Edwards was going to spaff his load in his pants when talking about MacDonald and his ability.
It sounded like a class performance and good to hear we didn't seem to take our foot off the gas and constantly pressed, unlucky not for it to be more.
I'm off to bed a happy blade.
Wizards.

 

[iggle-theblade]

don't think Collins would agree about Lescinal he spent most of the 1st half having a right go at him for been out of position.

Doyle did well tonight but i'd say Lowton was MOM

 

[Foxy]

Couldn't fault a man today, great performance all around, but I'd question that Quinny stood out as the best player!

Though he was a little quiet if anything (not a slating, just an observation that we made more from elsewhere).

 

[sheffielder]

Thought Quinn and Macdonald were the two worst players tonight. Also got to start putting the chances away, some teams we play aren,t going to give us that much space.

I must watch different games. I think Quinn is now the new Monty now he can't get in the team. I thought McDonald was quite good too and we have to remember the pitch is shocking

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Couldn't fault a man today, great performance all around, but I'd question that Quinny stood out as the best player!

Though he was a little quiet if anything (not a slating, just an observation that we made more from elsewhere).

He needs to work harder. They got down our left too easily in the 1st half

 

[bartman]

Thought Quinn and Macdonald were the two worst players tonight.

I really hope you are taking the piss with that comment especially re Quinn. Sets up 3 goals,excellant passing and vision meant we should have scored more and defensively sound. For me quite easily the man of the match.

I thought Lowton struggled defensively at times in the first half but was magnificent going forward.

Only a Blade can find a negative from tonight

 

[stannyblade]

Thought Quinn and Macdonald were the two worst players tonight. Also got to start putting the chances away, some teams we play aren,t going to give us that much space.

Your opinion mate. But for me no one had a bad game. Macdonald was giving a passing masterclass. Quinn did well. Man of match for me was Lowton from Doyle

 

[Foxy]

I really hope you are taking the piss with that comment especially re Quinn. Sets up 3 goals,excellant passing and vision meant we should have scored more and defensively sound. For me quite easily the man of the match.

Whilst he did very well and made things happen, I still don't think he was far and away our best player, another performance where it was hard for me to pick a man of the match for positive reasons though.

Felt sorry for Cresswell, as, after spending an entire match working his bollocks off, scoring, even showboating etc he sprints towards the Kop on another 30 yard dash to close down the keeper (which him and Ched did all game) to hear a wall of the Beattie song.

 

[stannyblade]

Whilst he did very well and made things happen, I still don't think he was far and away our best player, another performance where it was hard for me to pick a man of the match for positive reasons though.

Felt sorry for Cresswell, as, after spending an entire match working his bollocks off, scoring, even showboating etc he sprints towards the Kop on another 30 yard dash to close down the keeper (which him and Ched did all game) to hear a wall of the Beattie song.

much as I want Beattie to stay the song is starting to piss me off when he isnt on the pitch

 

[Sothall_Blade]

much as I want Beattie to stay the song is starting to piss me off when he isnt on the pitch

I agree. It must grate a bit with the other players and even Beattie must feel a bit embarassed.
Also, why no "Super Dan" (or similar) chants for Wilson yet?
We're playing entertaining, attacking football, winning matches and second in the League.
Most people (including me) didn't want him due to his lack of recent managerial success but he's proved us wrong.
Only a tiny minority didn't want him because of his Wednesday connections, so why still no chants for him?

 

[Blade]

much as I want Beattie to stay the song is starting to piss me off when he isnt on the pitch

Today was a great chance to give bt at least 30 mins after the third. It went flat and he got 8 again. Boo Wilson

 

[JohnDenver]

Lowton was brilliant tonight, but I watch McDonald and wonder if he'll ever get his his head right and start using his physique to its potential. Those must be the only reasons he's not playing in the Premiership. Terrific footballer.

 

[ZoneManWilf]

Thought Quinn and Macdonald were the two worst players tonight. Also got to start putting the chances away, some teams we play aren,t going to give us that much space.

You must be having a laugh. The midfield totally dominated, Doyle and McAllister ran the game. Quinn provided at least two of the goals including a beautiful cross for the first goal and constantly took the piss out of their right back. McDonald controls the ball and passes it accurately to his team mates. It seems obvious, but is a skill and a style that was totally missing last season. Ball retention against teams is what is making us tick and to dismiss McDonald as one of the worst players is absolutely laughable.

I was Doyle's biggest critic last season, but his play in the last two months has been excellent, he and McDonald in midfield are the main reason for our current form IMO, the wings feed off the possession and Ched's form tops it off.

 

[Guesty]

The midfield was absolutely superb tonight. The two in the middle ran the show, and Quinn and Williamson constantly threatened, even if not everything came off. Lowton was superb too, the only slight negative being his positioning at times. A tough MOTM for me, I'd give it to Doyle because he isn't going to score many so it would be churlish not to.

 

[Pinchy]

Absolutely right Guesty. Some people who fail to even mention Doyle's superb performance would be writing in letters ten feet high if their favourite had performed anywhere near as well. But it's one rule for one...

K-Mac and Doyle were exceptional tonight. Quinn made the first two goals. Some of his flicks and tricks were an absolute delight. They were purposeful and creative. How much better than the aimless hoists over the shoulder that Swiss and his :heart: gang admire so much?

Tonight saw a Blades team playing pass and move with confidence and purpose. They enjoyed it and it was a delight to watch. It's the way all great teams have played down the years and it works. That's why they play that way! It's axiomatic.

Danny Wilson has already performed a near miracle. What a pity that the silent majority are too timid to raise their voices in a show of appreciation for fear of dissent from a brainless few.

Well done Blades. Great stuff Danny: It's a pleasure to watch and a pride to support.

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Your opinion mate. But for me no one had a bad game. Macdonald was giving a passing masterclass. Quinn did well. Man of match for me was Lowton from Doyle

I agree with every word, Stanny. Sorry. Please feel free to change your mind!

 

[sitwell]

Your opinion mate. But for me no one had a bad game. Macdonald was giving a passing masterclass. Quinn did well. Man of match for me was Lowton from Doyle

I agree with that too, Quinn was superb offensively and when he plays that well going forward you can forgive his defensive frailties ,why he can't put that attitude in every week is what pisses me off he has some great ability. Macdonald ran the game for me with Doyle an excellent foil and the Lowton/Williamson partnership fantastic.

 

[boo radley]

Seems almost silly to start singalling out player because as you think of each one, you cannot fault anyone. I do like a scoring midfielder though. Come on stattos how many has Willo got in how many games?

 

[grafikhaus]

Tonight saw a Blades team playing pass and move with confidence and purpose. They enjoyed it and it was a delight to watch. It's the way all great teams have played down the years and it works. That's why they play that way! It's axiomatic.

In a nutshell, Pinchy.

Bang on course with a 2 points per game average. Now, I don't go to away games, but is there not scope to play in a similar vein against teams such as Bury, as we seem to set up differently when not at home?

I can understand a totally different set of tactics in the very tough away games we face. Just don't want to see last nights rewards frittered on Saturday.

 

[muttsnuts]

I really hope you are taking the piss with that comment especially re Quinn. Sets up 3 goals,excellant passing and vision meant we should have scored more and defensively sound. For me quite easily the man of the match.

I thought Lowton struggled defensively at times in the first half but was magnificent going forward.

Only a Blade can find a negative from tonight

Not taking the piss at all. Macdonald had a poor game tonight, lacked control and looked lazy, got over-run in midfield especially first half (check how many good chances they had) and Quinny has only got one foot, scandalous for a professional footballer, and cannot or will not shoot on goal, but then again that is my opinion!!!! (ps I do like macdonald, but he can do better)

 

[bartman]

Fair enough. I think Quinn has looked out of form lately but yesterday he stood out. McDonald is a strange one for me as he looks like he has all the ability in the world but seems to lack something (drive ?will to win ?)

 

[SwissBlade]

Sounded an excellent performance, total domination.

Pity Ched, Cresswell and BT didn't score, but really chuffed for Doyle as he has worked hard in recent weeks

K-Mac and Doyle were exceptional tonight. Quinn made the first two goals. Some of his flicks and tricks were an absolute delight. They were purposeful and creative. How much better than the aimless hoists over the shoulder that Swiss and his :heart: gang admire so much?

You really are a cock aren't you.

 

[ListerBlade]

Last night was a performance where everything clicked. Everyone did their job and contributed.

I was surprised by how poor Yeovil were (as usually a new manager brings a lift) but they stood off us far too much, showed us far too much respect and let their heads drop far too soon. I felt sorry for the fans that had made the long week night trip as you'd expect the players to give them a better performance, credit to their fans though-from what I could see from the Kop, they made their own entertainment and had a good sing.

Lowton and Williamson were fantastic together, Quinn's deliveries were on form and I agree with most that McDonald had a great game, he sees the passes that get us playing the way we are (something that doesn't happen in a midfield on Monty and Doyle). McDonald and Doyle were excellent.

Thoroughly enjoyed the match. I do hope that Lowton's performance doesn't persuade any potential bidders....

 

[moDtheGod]

Most people (including me) didn't want him due to his lack of recent managerial success but he's proved us wrong.

He's proven absolutely nothing in January. There might be a case for him having proven his doubters wrong at the end of the season, but if we go up and then straight back down, he won't have proven anything in my opinion. "Proof" is a much longer term concept in my eyes.

I was surprised by how poor Yeovil were (as usually a new manager brings a lift)

I'm convinced this is one of football's biggest myths. I'd love to see some stats. I reckon that about one-third of managars taking their first game in charge of a new club actually win.

I didn't go last night, but it sounded like a really comfortable performance on Blades Player. Glad to see Ched getting a breather too. Bury on Saturday could still prove a tricky fixture - ask Preston and the Pigs - but I'm thoroughly looking forward to our trip to the Valley now. COYRAWW!

 

[Sothall_Blade]

He's proven absolutely nothing in January. There might be a case for him having proven his doubters wrong at the end of the season, but if we go up and then straight back down, he won't have proven anything in my opinion. "Proof" is a much longer term concept in my eyes.

Do you apply the same principle to players? Do they have to perform well for two full seasons before they get any vocal appreciation?
He deserves a chant or two for what he's achieved so far. Other managers like Speedo and Adams had their names chanted despite poor results.

 

[Bergen Blade]

Lowton was brilliant tonight, but I watch McDonald and wonder if he'll ever get his his head right and start using his physique to its potential. Those must be the only reasons he's not playing in the Premiership. Terrific footballer.

I wrote something similar yesterday. What we see when he's on the ball is Premiership class.

 

[Darren]

He's proven absolutely nothing in January. There might be a case for him having proven his doubters wrong at the end of the season, but if we go up and then straight back down, he won't have proven anything in my opinion. "Proof" is a much longer term concept in my eyes.



I'm convinced this is one of football's biggest myths. I'd love to see some stats. I reckon that about one-third of managars taking their first game in charge of a new club actually win.

I didn't go last night, but it sounded like a really comfortable performance on Blades Player. Glad to see Ched getting a breather too. Bury on Saturday could still prove a tricky fixture - ask Preston and the Pigs - but I'm thoroughly looking forward to our trip to the Valley now. COYRAWW!

I can help you with United managers' first games in my lifetime:

Rowley W
Harris W
Furphy D
Sirrell L
Haslam L
Peters L
Porterfield D
McEwan L
Bassett L
Kendall D
Spackman W
Thompson L
Bruce W
Heath L
Warnock W
Robson D
Blackwell D
Speed L
Adams L
Wilson W

P20 W6 D5 L9 - which rather supports your thesis.

 

[BexleyBlade]

Also got to start putting the chances away, some teams we play aren't going to give us that much space.

Agree completely, whilst 4-0 is a cracking result (considering I don't think we got out of second gear), with 14 shots on target we should've had 6/7. Similarly against (non-league) Salisbury we had 16 on target according to BBC Sport yet only put 3 away.

By no means a criticism just a pointer that against better teams we must be more clinical.

An Everton supporting mate of mine went tonight in corperate hospitality (flash git) and he singled out Quinn as our best player "by a mile". Also rated Lescinal too.

LJF was extremely good going forward last night but against a team that posed little threat themselves, I don't think it showed the defensive frailties many seem to think he has.

Agree Lowton MOM however while I'd hate to see him go more than anyone in our current squad, I think he'd be easier to replace than some others (if that makes sense).