JagDude Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 God loves a trier... Not enough to take him to a world cup, That's when i lost my faith, if people like Zidane can swan about about but no room for Miller...jesus ####ed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzzzz Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Not enough to take him to a world cup, That's when i lost my faith, if people like Zidane can swan about about but no room for Miller...jesus ####ed up. And Lee Wilkie... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASTA Mick Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 He was more willing than able. He went backwards far too often and didn't get past his man enough for me. Decent set-piece delivery but I'm not convinced he adds enough to be starting qualifiers. I simply couldn't see him making an impact against someone like Poland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parklife Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 <p>This trip is the first time he's ever been in Scotland. An absolute embarrassment. How can you "represent" a place you've never been? </p> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisEDI Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 that barnet is enough for a one game ban, looks like a futuristic street punk from old detroit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zahana-oni Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 <p>This trip is the first time he's ever been in Scotland. An absolute embarrassment. How can you "represent" a place you've never been? </p> You will never ever get it and an embarrassment of a 'fan' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albathebrave Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I must be the same cause i agree with parklife! was worth a chance though and maybe another friendly game and we will see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairbairn Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I must be the same cause i agree with parklife! was worth a chance though and maybe another friendly game and we will see. Add another to that list. Didn't really know anything about the lad and I thought he was one of our better players on the night however it doesn't detract from the fact the he shouldn't be in the squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Add another to that list. Didn't really know anything about the lad and I thought he was one of our better players on the night however it doesn't detract from the fact the he shouldn't be in the squad. Agreed We are all (an embarrassment) Parklife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jock strap Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 We're no starting this ' he's no Scottish ' crap again are we ? The rules haven't changed to if you've never visited the place then you can't be has it ? If only Messi etc had a Scottish Granny, would love to see people quote the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 We're no starting this ' he's no Scottish ' crap again are we ? The rules haven't changed to if you've never visited the place then you can't be has it ? If only Messi etc had a Scottish Granny, would love to see people quote the same. I'd love us to use the fifa rules to dramatically improve our side. We have 5 or 6 Richie's already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalgety Bay TA Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 He was no better or worse than anyone else who started last night. We won the game, we dominated the first half but IMO no one really stood out as having a good game. Or bad game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parklife Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 ParisInAKilt, on 26 Mar 2015 - 07:52 AM, said: I'd love us to use the fifa rules to dramatically improve our side. I wouldn't. I want a team which represents me, not the best team at any cost. If i wanted that i'd just support Germany. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I wouldn't. I want a team which represents me, not the best team at any cost. If i wanted that i'd just support Germany. You're right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest allyc Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 He wasn't any worse than anyone else really.he doesn't offer anything else that we don't already have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tartan_Wolf Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 (edited) He got better when he switched with Naismith in the last 15 minutes to be more central, let him provide some goal bound drive lacking last night in general. And he provided excellent corner delivery something that has been woeful from Maloney for some time. Not my first pick. But worth a space on the bench/Sub. Wouldn't play Naismith out of position so he can play better. Edited March 26, 2015 by Tartan_Wolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyD Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 For me it was an ok debut. He did nothing particularly wrong, kept possession which was clearly something the whole team was trying to do, we (collectively) passed up so many opportunities for a riskier ball to create something and instead played it safe, Ritchie was no different to the rest in that regard. His deliveries were consistently good (unlike maloney. did someone mention adam's set pieces? gi'e us peace!) and he got better as the game went on. Started to link up with Naismith a little, got some shots away. So that shows a bit of potential, and he got the assist for the goal that wont he game, so that's a plus mark for sure. It's also worth mentioning that Whittaker was behind him and was absolute rank. With Ritchie stepping inside a little and Hutton overlapping there's definite potential for creating chances and hurting teams. With Whittaker strolling around, giving the ball away, life's a little harder. There's a reason most of our play went down the left to Anya, and Matt Ritchie wasn't that reason. I'd go with him again on Sunday. His set pieces will hurt most teams and he seemed to be getting into his stride more by the end after a cautious start. Debut rule #1 don't f up.. and he didn't.. instead he helped us win the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
er yir macaroon Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Ritchie was Ok, but zero pace. I'm not sure how Forsyth defends, but going forward he offered nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulo2576 Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I am Parklife too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langtonian Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 so am I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chesney Hawkes TA Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 It was a friendly. Nobody in their right mind judges someone on their performance in a friendly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tartan blood Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 (edited) For me it was an ok debut. He did nothing particularly wrong, kept possession which was clearly something the whole team was trying to do, we (collectively) passed up so many opportunities for a riskier ball to create something and instead played it safe, Ritchie was no different to the rest in that regard. His deliveries were consistently good (unlike maloney. did someone mention adam's set pieces? gi'e us peace!) and he got better as the game went on. Started to link up with Naismith a little, got some shots away. So that shows a bit of potential, and he got the assist for the goal that wont he game, so that's a plus mark for sure. It's also worth mentioning that Whittaker was behind him and was absolute rank. With Ritchie stepping inside a little and Hutton overlapping there's definite potential for creating chances and hurting teams. With Whittaker strolling around, giving the ball away, life's a little harder. There's a reason most of our play went down the left to Anya, and Matt Ritchie wasn't that reason. I'd go with him again on Sunday. His set pieces will hurt most teams and he seemed to be getting into his stride more by the end after a cautious start. Debut rule #1 don't f up.. and he didn't.. instead he helped us win the game. It was me that mentioned Adam. Firstly, I was in NO WAY suggesting he should be called up. In fact, I wouldn't even pick him for a B team. My point was that he is capable of putting a decent delivery into the box, as are many others. Bannan, for example, has got a cracking delivery. So if that is all that Ritchie brings to the table, then he isn't worth including. But I'm certainly not writing anyone off after 1 performance. However, I do think there are too many better options that should be in front of him Edited March 26, 2015 by Tartan blood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caledonian Craig Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 It seems apparent here that people are using one match for their own agenda. Those that never wanted him called up are doing their utmost to paint this as bad a performance as possible and crank up pressure for him not to be called up again. It is funny because players like Mackay-Steven that people wanted in would have been lauded for putting in a display exactly like his. The praise would have gushed that it was a wonderful cross to set up the goal, bright spot of the match etc etc etc. Sure Ritchie was not brilliant but he was no worse than other players who have been first team regulars for us so where is all the calls for them to never get another chance? That is all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 It seems apparent here that people are using one match for their own agenda. Those that never wanted him called up are doing their utmost to paint this as bad a performance as possible and crank up pressure for him not to be called up again. It is funny because players like Mackay-Steven that people wanted in would have been lauded for putting in a display exactly like his. The praise would have gushed that it was a wonderful cross to set up the goal, bright spot of the match etc etc etc. Sure Ritchie was not brilliant but he was no worse than other players who have been first team regulars for us so where is all the calls for them to never get another chance? That is all. I don't want him called up but acknowledged he had a decent game, especially as it progressed. I don't see Richie as the reason GMS wasn't called up and his chance will come very soon. Richie's did enough to get another chance, although I doubt he'll be a long term option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caledonian Craig Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I don't want him called up but acknowledged he had a decent game, especially as it progressed. I don't see Richie as the reason GMS wasn't called up and his chance will come very soon. Richie's did enough to get another chance, although I doubt he'll be a long term option. Fair enough. I am not sure whether he will really be a feature either in the future but at least he made a contribution. I have sat through other players debuts in the past that have been far worse. I think last night's lethargy was across the team so to single out a debutant for criticism is unfair (not you ParisInAKilt). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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