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Still has something to give, very much the forgotten man
I never had him down as an enforcer but he looks like Sam Morsy compared to Cajuste
He’s more a terrier than an enforcer but I know what you mean. His energy to keep closing down and snapping at players led to so many turnovers. I don’t suppose many people will know, but Galbraith has been really impressive for Swansea this season when given space. Taylor didn’t give him that space. And he was also having a good battle with their number 17 too. MOTM for me.
He’s more a terrier than an enforcer but I know what you mean. His energy to keep closing down and snapping at players led to so many turnovers. I don’t suppose many people will know, but Galbraith has been really impressive for Swansea this season when given space. Taylor didn’t give him that space. And he was also having a good battle with their number 17 too. MOTM for me.
I love how he "got involved" with a couple of the Swansea players when he was booked.
He’s more a terrier than an enforcer but I know what you mean. His energy to keep closing down and snapping at players led to so many turnovers. I don’t suppose many people will know, but Galbraith has been really impressive for Swansea this season when given space. Taylor didn’t give him that space. And he was also having a good battle with their number 17 too. MOTM for me.
Enforcer probably is a bit strong but as you say, that constant battling and niggling at their heels was important today, once he won the ball he then carried the ball forward and caused problems
Alcohol is the answer but I can't remember the question!
I think that Jack Taylor has been crying out for a run in the starting line up since his sgning from the Posh. He has the kind of genuine hard nosed commitment that is hard to find these days and he could be essential as we move forward. Peterborough knew what they were passing on to us, and to complete his premiership credentials he just needs to add the occasional dig on goal, twenty yard screamers are in your DNA. Jack, do it.
Taylor >>>> Jens Cajuste. Shocked to be writing that and wouldn't have believed it in a million years start of the season, but it's where we are. Shirt is his to lose now, for me. (With Nunez in the 10)
Becoming the player we all hoped he would be been good since pre season like he was over rawed by Sam and Massi but now has belief long may it continue. And well done to Jack for sticking it out.
Not been a fan but the last few games he’s been superb. Not sure what’s changed had loads of chances before and games just seem to pass him by and he couldn’t influence them. Against Swansea he was everywhere. Just hope he keeps this level up and perhaps scores the odd goal or 3. Haven’t seen that hammer of a shot on target much but he’s been like a different player.
Taylor >>>> Jens Cajuste. Shocked to be writing that and wouldn't have believed it in a million years start of the season, but it's where we are. Shirt is his to lose now, for me. (With Nunez in the 10)
Where Taylor has a head start is that he simply comes out for the second half, unlike Cajuste.
Taylor >>>> Jens Cajuste. Shocked to be writing that and wouldn't have believed it in a million years start of the season, but it's where we are. Shirt is his to lose now, for me. (With Nunez in the 10)
I thought he played well yesterday, but interesting Cajuste was getting blamed for Watford's goal when it was deflected.
Taylor almost identical yesterday, no deflection and haven't seen or heard the same criticisms. Guess it's either the result, the players involved or both.
I actually thought McAteer was better and in a similar mould. Works hard, does very simple thigns and follows Kieran's orders. Far less creative than their alternatives, but against a team like Swansea that was more effective in what was still a dogfight until they lost Leif for the second goal.
I thought he played well yesterday, but interesting Cajuste was getting blamed for Watford's goal when it was deflected.
Taylor almost identical yesterday, no deflection and haven't seen or heard the same criticisms. Guess it's either the result, the players involved or both.
I actually thought McAteer was better and in a similar mould. Works hard, does very simple thigns and follows Kieran's orders. Far less creative than their alternatives, but against a team like Swansea that was more effective in what was still a dogfight until they lost Leif for the second goal.
The reason Cajuste is getting a bit of heat is because so many went overboard about him. For me, he's incredibly over-rated. If you set the bar so high about him then don't be surprised when he gets criticised for not getting anywhere near those high standards. He's found his position in the team now... as a sub where he can handle 20 minutes against a tiring team. He was fine yesterday and set up Cam's second with a good cross. We didn't bring him in and pay him cheat-code wages to be a sub... but that's how it is.
The reason Cajuste is getting a bit of heat is because so many went overboard about him. For me, he's incredibly over-rated. If you set the bar so high about him then don't be surprised when he gets criticised for not getting anywhere near those high standards. He's found his position in the team now... as a sub where he can handle 20 minutes against a tiring team. He was fine yesterday and set up Cam's second with a good cross. We didn't bring him in and pay him cheat-code wages to be a sub... but that's how it is.
Nah, I can't agree with that at all. He was getting criticised for something not his fault midweek, vs a player who was too deep and off his man and didn't read a ball across the box for a similar goal.
Cajuste is incredibly good, the team has not been. Being angry/annoyed at him because fans rate him is such a weird mentality. Especially the idea he's not allowed to make mistakes or have bad games in a season this long and intense but others are.
It's more that he's taken over the Massimo role perfectly since he's come in to the team. Fills in for Leif very well which is crucial to how we play.
The heat maps show this really well. Taylor’s much more in the left position and dropping into defence whereas Cajuste much more in the midfield zones but across both sides of the pitch. Taylor’s version of the role suites our use of Leif better. Also Taylor’s passing stats are right up there every game. He really looks after the ball.
I still think in Jan it’s a role/area we will look to spend on. But I bet Kieran is relieved he does not have such a current headache to have to solve.
Nah, I can't agree with that at all. He was getting criticised for something not his fault midweek, vs a player who was too deep and off his man and didn't read a ball across the box for a similar goal.
Cajuste is incredibly good, the team has not been. Being angry/annoyed at him because fans rate him is such a weird mentality. Especially the idea he's not allowed to make mistakes or have bad games in a season this long and intense but others are.
He's not incredibly good... he's incredibly good at one or two flashy things. He's very average at many other attributes needed for a midfielder. I don't blame him, I blame the fans for going overboard about him. Awarding him a 9/10 for a cute trick, when he's only worth a 6/10 for his overall game. His best contributions have come from the bench. I think he's fine coming on with 20 minutes or so, but we brought him with great fanfare to be our best player. Matusiwa is head and shoulders above him.
He's not incredibly good... he's incredibly good at one or two flashy things. He's very average at many other attributes needed for a midfielder. I don't blame him, I blame the fans for going overboard about him. Awarding him a 9/10 for a cute trick, when he's only worth a 6/10 for his overall game. His best contributions have come from the bench. I think he's fine coming on with 20 minutes or so, but we brought him with great fanfare to be our best player. Matusiwa is head and shoulders above him.
But nobody's doing that except his critics it seems. How you can watch him carry the ball or break the lines and then blame him when the runner isn't there baffles me. Same as people who would give McAteer pelters if someone didn't meet his cross.
Seems like judging what happens vs preconceived notions isn't for everyone.
Matusiwa's been great but has no competition either, he's literally fitting into a role in an existing system. Hence why people are talking about Taylor as Luongo, if there's one major issue this season it's McKenna not able to be flexbile enough regardless of personnel.
He's been excellent since coming back into the side, really taken his chance well. Since he's been here, he's shown glimpses of quality but he's been really inconsistent and struggled to nail down a role. It looks like something has clicked for him and he's now putting it all together over a run of games. Long may it continue.
Loved seeing him drive forward, hopes he starts unleashing those hammer shots soon, may not score from all but bound to create taping for the likes of The Shark
Taylor >>>> Jens Cajuste. Shocked to be writing that and wouldn't have believed it in a million years start of the season, but it's where we are. Shirt is his to lose now, for me. (With Nunez in the 10)
Agreed.
Taylor started three games back in August when we were not yet at the races. He's no more immune from criticism for those results and performance than anyone else. But he didn't then start in September or for the vast majority of October. Since he came back into the starting 11, we're played 3 won 3 when he starts, and the one he didn't start we drew.
I do think Cajuste has been overrated by our fans, probably because of some nice individual moments. But his PPG last season was worse than Morsy's, and the common view, perplexingly for me, was that Morsy was past it.
And then add the fact that Taylor has played 90 mins on three occasions, whereas Cajuste has never been trusted to do so in any of his 7 starts. Despite being a year younger. That's always been a bit odd, in my view. It was similar last season.
Personally I agree that the shirt is Taylor's to lose, although with a squad rotation policy, perhaps it's not as simple as that.
I thought he played well yesterday, but interesting Cajuste was getting blamed for Watford's goal when it was deflected.
Taylor almost identical yesterday, no deflection and haven't seen or heard the same criticisms. Guess it's either the result, the players involved or both.
I actually thought McAteer was better and in a similar mould. Works hard, does very simple thigns and follows Kieran's orders. Far less creative than their alternatives, but against a team like Swansea that was more effective in what was still a dogfight until they lost Leif for the second goal.
I think its purely the result of each game, Mullet... Watford's goal cost us points. People gonna look for culprits..
I think, even though the "air kick" from Swans attacker looked like it flat footed a few of ours yesterday. They were also guilty of a bit of ball watching in the build up to that air kick.. Taylor, included... Had we dropped points? Maybe a few pelters going Taylor's way, from some.
Jens is a terrific footballer.. Maybe Taylor's form will push Jens on to another level, yet , in certain areas of his game? As with the Greaves/Kipre conundrum.. It's a nice problem for KM to have.
If/when we go up.. This level of squad depth will play a big part..
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