By "data" you mean a side-by-side comparison with Juan Mata right ?How old is he now? and what is his height if there is data?
Based on his performances for the Under 23's, yes.This lad is ahead of Ethan Laird then?
Well, better with Young I guessBy "data" you mean a side-by-side comparison with Juan Mata right ?
Williams is a LB and Laird a RB and been injured for the better part of the season, he hasn't had any appearances for the U23s yet this season (this year's batch got promoted in January again). I daresay we'll see Laird soon enough, he's got more competition for first team places than Williams and is a year younger.This lad is ahead of Ethan Laird then?
Really good, and most importantly his attitude just seems amazing. Every time I watch him he seems to just get better and better. At first I thought he was just another good player, like the Aidy or DJ level of good but not in the top bracket, but he's recently really put his stamp on the team and I think is firmly knocking on the door of the top group of talent now. This season for the u18s he's been given the armband and has become the catalyst to the team. As I mentioned his attitude, along with his energetic play style makes him the teams driving force even from LB. He's a good direct attacker and a real leader. He has also stepped up really well in the couple of u23s games lately too. It is hard to really tell how good he is defensively though, I just don't rate the defensive play of u18s football. Tactical defensive play and set-ups are pretty much non-existent and he doesn't stand out as being really strong defensively like Lee O'Connor.@limerickcitykid what do you think about him?
Thanks. Sounds good.Really good, and most importantly his attitude just seems amazing. Every time I watch him he seems to just get better and better. At first I thought he was just another good player, like the Aidy or DJ level of good but not in the top bracket, but he's recently really put his stamp on the team and I think is firmly knocking on the door of the top group of talent now. This season for the u18s he's been given the armband and has become the catalyst to the team. As I mentioned his attitude, along with his energetic play style makes him the teams driving force even from LB. He's a good direct attacker and a real leader. He has also stepped up really well in the couple of u23s games lately too. It is hard to really tell how good he is defensively though, I just don't rate the defensive play of u18s football. Tactical defensive play and set-ups are pretty much non-existent and he doesn't stand out as being really strong defensively like Lee O'Connor.
Even more than any of his ability or talent though, I think his biggest attribute really is his style and attitude which will make him an instant fan favourite. The kid wears his heart on his sleeve and goes to war when he is on the pitch. He fights till the end, even literally sometimes such as a recent game where it ended in a huge fight he was at the centre of.
No. Laird's been injured. Though Williams is no pushover.This lad is ahead of Ethan Laird then?
This shows that O'Connor's first team chances are pretty limited. When younger kids who play similar positions are getting a look in ahead of him, it's a bad sign.Really good, and most importantly his attitude just seems amazing. Every time I watch him he seems to just get better and better. At first I thought he was just another good player, like the Aidy or DJ level of good but not in the top bracket, but he's recently really put his stamp on the team and I think is firmly knocking on the door of the top group of talent now. This season for the u18s he's been given the armband and has become the catalyst to the team. As I mentioned his attitude, along with his energetic play style makes him the teams driving force even from LB. He's a good direct attacker and a real leader. He has also stepped up really well in the couple of u23s games lately too. It is hard to really tell how good he is defensively though, I just don't rate the defensive play of u18s football. Tactical defensive play and set-ups are pretty much non-existent and he doesn't stand out as being really strong defensively like Lee O'Connor.
Even more than any of his ability or talent though, I think his biggest attribute really is his style and attitude which will make him an instant fan favourite. The kid wears his heart on his sleeve and goes to war when he is on the pitch. He fights till the end, even literally sometimes such as a recent game where it ended in a huge fight he was at the centre of.
If you're going to twat someone and get a red then.....He’s been impressive this season, although the first thing that comes to mind whenever I think of him is a red card he got against Liverpool or City, can’t remember, for a reckless lunge late on. Takes a lot to be given a straight red at that level!
We really do have a lot of youth that could be on the verge of the first team.Laird is getting a lot of plaudits (and deservedly so!) but Brandon Williams has started off the season great as well on the left side of defence.
Both look to have a real chance - though the right side is looking a bit tougher with AWB and Dalot both being young.
Laird is getting a lot of plaudits (and deservedly so!) but Brandon Williams has started off the season great as well on the left side of defence.
Both look to have a real chance - though the right side is looking a bit tougher with AWB and Dalot both being young.
That is likely. I do hope that Laird and Williams can break into the squad in a couple of years though in their specialist positions.I personally think Dalot will get utilised a bit like a John O’Shea. Can comfortably play in 2-3 positions (RB,LB,RW) and do a decent job.
I broadly agree with your assessment here.We really do have a lot of youth that could be on the verge of the first team.
Interesting how we'll integrate them all because it's not as easy as just slinging them all on the league cup fixtures. Will have to be a staggered sort of thing.
They are all getting experience Vs league 1 and league 2 teams which is a good start.
Gomes, Greenwood and Chong are obvious.
Garner is next.
Laird and Williams are close.
I also like Levitt, O'Connor and Ramizani has started to impress.
Im not saying all will make it in fact I know they won't but we will have at least a few, very exciting.
He's good with his left but he's not really two-footed. He much prefers his right foot which is obvious when you watch him, but he doesn't look unnatural at left-back which can often be the case for right-footed players.I can't catch much of the youth games but would love a bit of insight on Williams for anyone who watches him regularly. Is he two footed? I've seen a lot of highlights of his where he drives and even finishes with his right but also puts in some good balls with his left. Seems a tremendous talent, is he equally comfortable with both feet? At first I thought he looked completely right footed and fullbacks naturally playing on the side of their weak foot are almost nonexistent at the top of the modern game
What has Ole said?I think Nicky Butt is controlling Ole and making him say these words. I love it!!
I think they’re referring to the old quotes at the top of the threadWhat has Ole said?
Well you could say he is a good player - that would be higher praiseThe highest praise I can give him is I’ve watched the reserves twice last week and I didn’t even realise he was right footed!
I didn't realize the quotes were that oldWhat has Ole said?