Greenwood is the Best Finisher in the League
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran hold a long overdue conversation about United's awful league form with 1 win in 7. They discuss a disappointing draw at Bournemouth, a not so disappointing draw against Liverpool and a crushing defeat at Chelsea - Is time nearly over for Erik Ten Hag?
Then in a special second half of the pod, Nik welcomes Natalie ( https://twitter.com/natalie_17) to discuss the fortunes of Manchester United Women as they booked a place in the FA Cup Final after a historic first ever win vs. Chelsea.
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His striking is as crisp as anyone else but this has to wait until he adds those predatory finishes in and around the box to his arsenal.
He's a clinical striker, absolutely, not gonna compare him to the top players in the world just yet
He is absolutely brilliant. I adore the lad
He's rarely put in position to show that aspect of his game, but it doesn't mean he doesn't already have it. If Sancho does come, Greenwood should compete with Martial up front and he'll get more opportunities in that position to show just how much of those types of finishes he has in him.
A goal every 114 minutes at 18 in one of the toughest leagues. The lad is phenomenal.
Look at the way he finishes. His technique is precision and accuracy. A lot of time the ball seems to travel for the longest time but the keeper still can’t get to it. That is the biggest indicator where his finishing ability is.
Not to mention a team devoid of creativity for a large chunk of his playing time.
Absolutely! End of debate.
Give the kid a tiny bit of space, the ball is gonna end in the net. When I see him shooting, I start celebrating.
I thought that in pre-season Ole was just taking the piss when he said that he is the best finisher (or well, declining to choose between Rashford and Martial), but it seems that he was serious about it.
Give the kid a tiny bit of space, the ball is gonna end in the net. When I see him shooting, I start celebrating.
I thought that in pre-season Ole was just taking the piss when he said that he is the best finisher (or well, declining to choose between Rashford and Martial), but it seems that he was serious about it.
Another thread that's not necessary, this can be in his performance thread.
He is not yet the best finisher as we don't even know his range yet ourselves. Just let him be himself and develop just fine
He is not yet the best finisher as we don't even know his range yet ourselves. Just let him be himself and develop just fine
Sorry forgive us for being extremely excited about an academy lad potentially being one of the best players to come through in past 17 years. Quite strange that you needed to mention that to be honest. Just join in a get hyped.
Of course it’s thread worthy, we have a very exciting young player who has burst onto the scene. It should be celebrated
Hype overload!
Kane, Aguero, Son, Mane I'd put ahead. Plenty of other underrated finishers too in form of Ings, Vardy etc.
I think you need stats to back this up. You can't say this to a non United fan and expect them to agree unless you bring proof
I think you meant by the end of page 1 of this thread.
Easy now.
But feck me, the lad is a killer. And he will only get better.
But feck me, the lad is a killer. And he will only get better.
We've got a genuine global superstar on our hands haven't we, plays off both feet and everything he hits is either on target or with a few inches of the posts.
People keep comparing him to Van Persie and I can see that comparison but I think he could have more to his game than RVP did, he's just amazing.
People keep comparing him to Van Persie and I can see that comparison but I think he could have more to his game than RVP did, he's just amazing.
But Haaland has a head
Predetory finishes in and around the box should never be in the same sentence as “arsenal”.
his main competition is probably martial
There we are. It’s a touch one. Haaland edges it for as a whole package but I’m obviously extremely happy with Mason. The fact that he’s in the same conversation with Haaland is a major win for us as Haaland is a generational talent without a doubt.
What choice do I have, I am still amazed as how lucky we are to have him.Sorry forgive us for being extremely excited about an academy lad potentially being one of the best players to come through in past 17 years. Quite strange that you needed to mention that to be honest. Just join in a get hyped.
Getting carried away a bit much?
No not really. If you watched him at youth level you’ll see that this is only a glimpse. We will see much more. Wait until he starts scoring free kicks with either foot — which he did for youth teams.
Not at all, the lad justifies the hype every single week. I cannot remember or more deadly finisher at such a young age.
He's on Rooney's level in terms of talent, although Greenwood has a steadier head on his shoulders than Rooney.
I wouldn't call it best finisher. Best finisher probably Kane at the moment, both feet, more clinical (probably) & can score header. However, Mason is a deadly finisher since he can do everything with both of his feet and unpredictable.
Son?
Hype overload!
Kane, Aguero, Son, Mane I'd put ahead. Plenty of other underrated finishers too in form of Ings, Vardy etc.
In terms of pure finishing ability, I think a good case can be made for Aguero and Kane, bit that's it.
I can't remember a young player being so confident and powerful with both feet. It took Ronaldo a few years to bring his left foot up to speed IIRC.
Greenwood is a very good finisher, but the fact he can go either side and absolutely hammer it with accuracy makes him such a threat. Defenders can't show him on to his weak side, because he doesn't have one.
Wasnt he originally a midfielder in the youth teams?
Greenwood is a very good finisher, but the fact he can go either side and absolutely hammer it with accuracy makes him such a threat. Defenders can't show him on to his weak side, because he doesn't have one.
Wasnt he originally a midfielder in the youth teams?
Look Ole said he’s one of the best he’s seen and I’ve absolutely no problem putting him in the bracket as one of the best if not the best in the league.
Ole would certainly know a striker when he sees one.
Ole would certainly know a striker when he sees one.
He looks destined to be our future number 9, and I wouldn't be at all surprised if he went on to break Rooney's England and United goal-scoring records. He's just that good.
Calm down a little bit. There is a difference between what's hes doing atm and how he does as the main man over the course of a full season.
Two footed and his a great habit of finding the corners or just inside the post though, and he connects properly too, most of the time.
Two footed and his a great habit of finding the corners or just inside the post though, and he connects properly too, most of the time.
Was Ronaldo this composed at 18 in front of goal? Rooney was close but Mason is even more lethal than him I think, which is truly ridiculous.
Absolutely agree 100% Kane has 2-3 years of England starts left. Tops.
Ronaldo was absolutely infuriating. Mason couldn’t be more different. He’s got the Midas touch. Ronaldo got that at 22.
Who do you think is better? Not saying you are wrong, but surely he is one of the very best.
He’s very quick in taking the ball out of his feet and shooting. Doesn’t need a lot of space or time. Aguero and Defoe have that skill off the top of my head. Having the accuracy and power from both feet combined with that must be a nightmare to defend.
Great potential, clearly, but let's give the lad a chance to develop; if he's still banging them in for fun next year, when teams are developing a plan to contain him, then, perhaps, we can ask the question.
And a torso with arms
He's so mature but let's hope his mentality takes him even further. He needs to keep his head down and continue working hard.