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Post by allezlesrouges on Dec 21, 2022 21:59:32 GMT
I think both Colwill and Taylor may have to be on the move soon, Colwill needs games and Burton are going down. Taylor almost certainly will. He'll either land at the low end of the Championship or top end of League One. Not sure which would be better. I guess Championship if he is regular |
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Post by jimexotic on Dec 22, 2022 14:05:29 GMT
Yeah ideally I want our players to be Championship regulars or above just so they get the experience of playing against international level players on a weekly basis as well as having more chance of being in the shop window for a move abroad if the opportunity arose. I haven't seen enough of Taylor to really know what the deal is with him but he sounds like a promising players and more importantly exactly the kind that we could do with in the future. I'm still digging a fantasy that Savage is going to break through and become a dominant player for us for the next 10-12 years!
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Post by rushy on Dec 22, 2022 22:24:01 GMT
To progress you need a run of games and he would certainly benefit from having that experience , even a loan should be considered .
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Post by jimexotic on Dec 22, 2022 23:24:36 GMT
I know it won't happen but I'd love him to take a short term loan to Newport, get some games, maybe help inspire a turnaround, maybe help Sam Bowen, all fantasy I know.
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Post by talyfan on Dec 26, 2022 17:16:24 GMT
Starts today
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Post by allezlesrouges on Dec 26, 2022 19:13:38 GMT
Wasn't able to watch, any idea how he did?
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Post by gimli on Dec 26, 2022 20:29:51 GMT
Wasn't able to watch, any idea how he did? Did alright. Had a few moments of quality, but was wasted out wide on the left. Don't know what Hudson's thinking playing him on the wing. He's much better through the middle and Hudson needs to grow a pair and let him play there. |
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Post by surge on Dec 26, 2022 21:19:52 GMT
There was one point last season where Steve Morison said that some of our younger players needed too much instruction from the sidelines and previously I would have included Colwill in that grouping, but he was confident moving round the pitch today, tracked back well and used his strength well too. I was happy with performing those necessary but less exciting parts of the game.
He played nice ball over the top to young winger from Aston Villa (who had gone too early) and couldn't control it. He had also made a nice run early on but loan player from Villa had gone into same space. He could have done more in those more exciting features but was his first start in good while and Sofascore rated him as best attacker for City (indeed best on the pitch) while also saying he made two key passes.
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Post by fiveattheback on Dec 26, 2022 22:11:15 GMT
He was good, got better as the game went on. He can beat players quite easily when he gets going and the defensive side of his game has clearly improved
He's not really a winger for me though, should be played centrally
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Post by morg on Dec 26, 2022 23:56:26 GMT
Can't believe that he hasn't been getting more starts. Looked as good a player as they had today. Down the middle definitely the better option for him. Thought Harris and Roberts did ok when they came in too. Wish someone would start playing the latter in a deeper role. He's not a centre forward. Hopefully Critchley will recognise that.
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Post by jimexotic on Dec 29, 2022 21:00:30 GMT
Starts again tonight on the left hand side of their three attacking midfielders, Mark Harris up front too.
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Post by rushy on Dec 30, 2022 17:43:07 GMT
Heard a piece regarding Colwill's physical condition being checked in recent months due to him still developing , which is why Cardiff have used him sparingly so far.
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Post by hooky on Dec 31, 2022 21:37:32 GMT
Well he is approaching 21 and has done nothing so far has he?
I know injuries have played a part but he is not even really influencing games when fit either. Touches of quality does not make an international player.
Lets hope that he stays fit and reaches his potential because there is no clear sign he is going to be a big player for us so far.
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Post by bale-droed on Jan 1, 2023 11:47:24 GMT
Back to the bench but Harris starts. So this means Blackburn start with as many Welsh internationals (y) #IwishwewerelikeBilbao
Hedges and Harris start
Davies , Colwill and Vale on the bench. Would be great to see any of these lads score the winner today for any side!
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Post by allezlesrouges on Jan 1, 2023 13:51:44 GMT
Tuned in for the 2nd half, very drab affair! Came on early in the 2nd half and started out on the left, has drifted towards the middle and a bit deeper as things have progressed. He's been the one looking to try and make things happen, but his play has been too sloppy for me. Isaak Davies has come on the right wing and been very quiet
Cardiff desperately need a manager who has experience and can get them playing. They've literally not even created a chance this whole half, despite being a goal down and chasing the game
Colwill, Davies, Harris they can be useful players for us in the future, I just don't think they are the players for the here and now unfortunately
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Post by bale-droed on Jan 1, 2023 13:57:25 GMT
Cardiff have looked a lot better since he’s come on. They had one chance i the first half at 20 minutes and that was it. Rubin was also Cardiff’s best player last time out but he was just knackered. He actually looks a far better player than any of his team mates. Let’s hope he reaches the potential people like Gabbidon claim he has.
Side note Hedges ran at people all game. Creates chances. He’s no Brereton Diaz but I agree with the calls to put him in the squad in March. Worth a look
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Post by dai on Jan 1, 2023 13:57:41 GMT
Watched most of the match on and off, how the hell he doesn't start for this sh*te Cardiff side I don't know - they are absolutely awful. They definitely looked better after he came on.
Hedges looked miles better than all his Welsh counterparts on the pitch.
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Post by allezlesrouges on Jan 1, 2023 13:59:39 GMT
Side note Hedges ran at people all game. Creates chances. He’s no Brereton Diaz but I agree with the calls to put him in the squad in March. Worth a look Hedges definitely looks like he could do a job at international level. I hope he can play as a LWB cos he would be a good option there. I don't necessarily think he would get into our team in the RW role he's playing for Blackburn, but we definitely shouldn't be ignoring a regular Championship player |
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Post by rushy on Jan 1, 2023 14:09:45 GMT
Cardiff had plenty of ball throughout but the obvious problem is in the final third where they look weak, Colwill seems to have a free role and shows some nice touches.
They have to be more creative if they want to survive in the Championship, maybe they are at home hopefully.
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Post by rushy on Jan 1, 2023 14:33:09 GMT
That Blackburn pitch was awful too, haven't seen one nearly as bad as the one in Penmachno , that's in the north btw. 😉
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Post by fiveattheback on Jan 1, 2023 15:15:39 GMT
Watched most of the match on and off, how the hell he doesn't start for this sh*te Cardiff side I don't know - they are absolutely awful. They definitely looked better after he came on. Hedges looked miles better than all his Welsh counterparts on the pitch. Well he's started the last two, he was always unlikely to start today given he was out for a long time |
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Post by talyfan on Jan 1, 2023 16:14:12 GMT
That Blackburn pitch was awful too, haven't seen one nearly as bad as the one in Penmachno , that's in the north btw. 😉 Made the Banana pitch in Llysfaen look like carpet! |
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Post by hooky on Jan 18, 2023 21:00:54 GMT
Think Colwill needs to move on to save his career. Wasting time with unproven, inexperienced, job experience managers who do not have much of a clue how to build teams is not going to help him.
Maybe he is as mediocre / disappointing as his career progressions suggests as he seldom looks great playing for Cardiff. However, there is that chance he may be a decent player and if so he needs to get out. Cardiff look destined to get relegated don't they.
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Post by iot on Jan 18, 2023 21:01:07 GMT
Yeah, Colwill definitely needs to move on. Cardiff's just toxic at the moment. Pathetic that Colwill was brought off half time when he was the only one looking half-decent every time he got it.
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Post by paj on Jan 18, 2023 21:09:24 GMT
Not one to defend cardiff as a swans fan but suspect colwill only getting 45 mins as way of getting him match fit for the league,
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Post by allezlesrouges on Jan 18, 2023 22:25:12 GMT
Being used as a winger again, no idea why it is being persisted with. His best moments in games are when he moves into central areas. Either needs to be used as a 10 or a developed into a deeper lying midfielder. Cardiff need a manager with a progressive philosophy and STICK WITH IT even if that means dropping into League One for a season
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Post by ybrawdhoudini on Jan 19, 2023 13:05:16 GMT
Got to admit, I am struggling to understand the hype around Colwill. Just doesn't look like a natural footballer to me, also very slow and seemingly unfit.
I know there's a lot of moaning about him not playing in his preferred position, but haven't Cardiff had 3 different managers who have barely started him and played him in different positions.
Maybe he just isn't that good?
If he is just misunderstood by all of the previous Cardiff managers, might be best for him to move on
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Post by bale-droed on Jan 19, 2023 13:13:38 GMT
Got to admit, I am struggling to understand the hype around Colwill. Just doesn't look like a natural footballer to me, also very slow and seemingly unfit. I know there's a lot of moaning about him not playing in his preferred position, but haven't Cardiff had 3 different managers who have barely started him and played him in different positions. Maybe he just isn't that good? If he is just misunderstood by all of the previous Cardiff managers, might be best for him to move on I agree with the fitness thing. He seems very naturally unfit but his footballing ability I can see the hype. There’s been games for Cardiff where he’s been head and shoulders above everyone else, the only player on the pitch who looks like he can create anything and then he’s just fucked and can’t go on. Shame. Gabbidon has said he needs to leave Cardiff for a prem team so he sees the hype. It’s weird isn’t it? I used to think he couldn’t be arsed but it does seem to be fitness issues. It would be great if someone with great man management skills comes into Cardiff , tells him he’s an impact sub who will change gsmes and work with him |
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Post by dai on Jan 19, 2023 13:54:53 GMT
I don't think there's any massive 'hype' surrounding him, but from what I've seen, there's definitely a case that Cardiff could (should?) build a team around him. He is very comfortable on the ball, and has a great shot.
I agree he doesn't look like your 'typical' footballer, a bit awkward looking, looks to be struggling at times, but that's just how he is.
He most certainly has talent, but you need the right manager and coaches to nurture that talent, of which he's had neither at club level.
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Post by iot on Jan 19, 2023 14:15:19 GMT
Yeah I'm surprised with the comment about him not looking like a natural footballer, his natural ability is the basis for the hype. He was positive every time he had the ball yesterday - he's great at receiving balls on the half turn, playing through the lines etc. He's technically very good. But yeah, he seems to struggle with the physical side - particularly the intensity of it. Hopefully it's just a case of him needing to build up fitness / overcome recent growth spurts.
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