2022/23 James Garner

[Eggs]

….Lampard gave him a mention in his post-match interview, saying he’s training very well and he wants to get him involved.

Expect to see him on the pitch soon.

 

[Goat]

No surprise that he cant get in the current midfield.

I thought Iwobi was pretty bad today, but he still managed an assist, Gana is Gana and Onana needs every minute to get settled.

I think TomTom came on today cos he was fresher, could have done without him going away with England, but games are games.

 

[Eggs]

No surprise that he cant get in the current midfield.

I thought Iwobi was pretty bad today, but he still managed an assist, Gana is Gana and Onana needs every minute to get settled.

I think TomTom came on today cos he was fresher, could have done without him going away with England, but games are games.

….Davies came on because Lampard said he was unlucky to lose his place. I imagine the Manager is keeping players spirits up, but the best will come through.

 

[Brett Angell Delight]

….Lampard gave him a mention in his post-match interview, saying he’s training very well and he wants to get him involved.

Expect to see him on the pitch soon.

Said the same re Patterson right before his injury last year and was as good as his word as soon as he was back fit. Seems like he likes to take his time with the younger ones to begin with, but as long as they perform he’ll give them a chance.

 

[maccavennie]

First time in a LONG LONG time that we've got solid competition. He'll get minutes for sure and he'll know it too.

 

[Axlswhk]

Can’t wait to see him play. I have no doubt he is much better than Davies.

 

[BluePaul86]

Can’t wait to see him play. I have no doubt he is much better than Davies.

He hasn't put a foot wrong when called upon this season.

 

[Mr Happy]

He hasn't put a foot wrong when called upon this season.

And still gets dogs abuse. This forum.

 

[Toff33Blues99]

Tbf I didn't call him an attacking midfielder. However, he is a different type of midfielder to those chosen ahead of him. Midfielders who who run around a lot, tackle and work their bollocks off. Traits you look for when holding onto a point or three.

Tbf you stated "Have what we hold" as a reason why Garner wouldn't play. Since you are now stating he isn't an attacking mid, why would you not bring a def mid with bags of energy and be able to foot on the ball, if we are holding onto what we have?

 

[ricer10]

Probably scores the winner v Utd. !

 

[arch stanton]

Probably scores the winner v Utd. !

I'd be pleased if bill kenwright scores the winner on Sunday mate

 

[Martin Alvito]

Man we could we do with a progressive creative central threat.

Banging crosses in will get you so far.

I  really want to see those disgusting set pieces with him wearing a blue shirt.

We'll end up sending him in to chase a game sooner or later.

 

[Paul Rideout]

I'd be pleased if bill kenwright scores the winner on Sunday mate

From the touchline by the boys pen… high fiving the kids as he returns to right mid

 

[Efcjake]

Even half fit I would have him on over Davies and I've still only ever seen him play in YouTube clips.

 

[james_v02]

We'll see James Garner. I think he had some injuries before he joined and didn't have a proper preseason.
And at the moment, it's hard to get into our midfield. Davies was great in his previous start, so I think FL just brought him in to keep his spirits up (most managers do that).

If James Garner's set piece delivery is as good as we heard, he will be important later when fixtures are getting congested.
Gray's freekick has been spot on so far, but his corner delivery isn't very good.