Phil Neville's form...

Southall · November 6, 2011

Had to work this Saturday and so had to resort to BBC radio 5 live commentary. Annoyed at the fact he was started in midfield , I proceeded to have my faith in our team but I swear every-time he was on the ball he gave possession away (did the radio do him an injustice?) I recall one bit of commentary where he actually made a pass and that was a short free kick to Osman who wasn't even ready to receive it. I was glad he got injured (not to be harsh like) the performance improved once he left the pitch from what i gathered.
Should have snapped Harry's hand off with that 50p offer he made last season in my opinion..

Kever10 · November 6, 2011

No, thats an accurate assessment.

I was made up too. I think I actually cheered louder than when Rodwell scored.

Now, if only Saha would get his customary injury as well...

marcus · November 6, 2011

Trouble is Neville has seen his better days and will now struggle to keep up the game for 90 mins, plus when he gets injured it will take him longer to recover, he should now be a squad player to help out when required, he needs to be honest with himself.

I do not think Neville, Saha and Cahill have been 100% fit all season.

Rook · November 6, 2011

It wasn't like Johnny H was much of a improvement at his position.

Hayee · November 6, 2011

imo Distin should have started yesterday instead of jonny (hes faster, taller and a much better centre half) and barkley should have played instead of nev in midfield!
As for nevilles form yesterday, hes clearly still injured and should not have played, same can be said for cahill but he did try and make a difference, got back to defend, got in some good positions etc...but id rather him be rested to fully recover and then have a fully fit Cahill up front where he will be useful!
and 4-4-2 FFS Moyes

peteblue · November 6, 2011

Nev is struggling, DM will have to go back to UTD and pick up a replacement, that guy Rooney will do.........

Pblueman · November 6, 2011

i believe Nevs will move into the backroom staff soon while he does coaching badges, cant fault his spirit but his legs have gone. good servant to the club mind

Southall · November 6, 2011

Rook said:
It wasn't like Johnny H was much of a improvement at his position.

No I agree, but surely we must have a better alternative then these two in the middle???

davek · November 6, 2011

Appalling in that CM role. And look at how he stood off Taylor for his goal yesterday. He was a few yards away yes, but getting out quickly to him might have put him off his stroke a bit.

He's paid up now for another two years. Great.

Deleted member 28206 · November 6, 2011

davek said:
Appalling in that CM role. And look at how he stood off Taylor for his goal yesterday. He was a few yards away yes, but getting out quickly to him might have put him off his stroke a bit.

He's paid up now for another two years. Great.

He is such a professional though.

Jamo Martinez · November 6, 2011

Rook said:
It wasn't like Johnny H was much of a improvement at his position.

Not so sure. we Kept the ball better in that area of midfield when JH moved up. It was further foreward we had the problems which is hardly his job.

Chang Elephant · November 6, 2011

He's ****ing **** as is Osman. Reflects the problem with British Industry....too many yes men well rewarded.

faddy the blue · November 6, 2011

He just doesn't have the legs to play in the midfield. He reminds me of Dietmar Hamann's last days.

Blue for you · November 6, 2011

Nev is finish full stop was a good player in his day but age has caught up on him, squad player thats about it

mawders · November 6, 2011

davek said:
Appalling in that CM role. And look at how he stood off Taylor for his goal yesterday. He was a few yards away yes, but getting out quickly to him might have put him off his stroke a bit.

He's paid up now for another two years. Great.

Drethe was more at fault for letting Taylor get the shot it....but we don't mind that because he's got big balls!