So now we've witnessed the utter shambles that is Engerland 2010, we must look forward to 2012 and 2014. It is clear to see that there are a number of shortcomings to the approach, mentality and technique displayed over the 4 matches.
For me, the biggest problem is that we look tired. One could argue that a successful Premier League team has a lot of games to play including league and tournament. Up to 60 games for some players! But then the Premier League is made up of a lot of foreign players, many of which are playing in this years World Cup and they look strong and effervescent. Tevez comes to mind.
No, for me the tiredness is the kind displayed when your partner reminds you that you still haven't gotten round to cleaning the BBQ or build that shelving unit.
Another thing on display is our lack of technique. Simple passes bounced off the players as though they were wearing clown shoes. No one was running to make themselves available for a forward or side pass to move the ball forward. Dribbling was non existent. Why is Milner worth £30m? Surely that would make Kuyt worth the same?
I'm trying to think of English players who could represent a different England, one which extols the virtue of technique over percentages.
Which players come to mind for you?
Ashley Young?
Jack Wilshere?
For me, the biggest problem is that we look tired. One could argue that a successful Premier League team has a lot of games to play including league and tournament. Up to 60 games for some players! But then the Premier League is made up of a lot of foreign players, many of which are playing in this years World Cup and they look strong and effervescent. Tevez comes to mind.
No, for me the tiredness is the kind displayed when your partner reminds you that you still haven't gotten round to cleaning the BBQ or build that shelving unit.
Another thing on display is our lack of technique. Simple passes bounced off the players as though they were wearing clown shoes. No one was running to make themselves available for a forward or side pass to move the ball forward. Dribbling was non existent. Why is Milner worth £30m? Surely that would make Kuyt worth the same?
I'm trying to think of English players who could represent a different England, one which extols the virtue of technique over percentages.
Which players come to mind for you?
Ashley Young?
Jack Wilshere?
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