Up top: Does anyone else prefer seeing Ighalo over Martial?

[VP89]

If we had a lone striker up top, then I actually prefer Ighalo right now. Its got feck all with the opposition too, its just obvious he's more of a natural striker, makes better runs, is stronger and has that poaching ability on top.

Martial can be more talented, obviously, but Ighalo just seems a better fit as a striker.

 

[charlenefan]

In answer to the question in the subject line, No

 

[Valencia Shin Crosses]

No

 

[hobbers]

As a number 9, yes, obviously.

Martial and Rashford are inside forwards, not number 9s. And I don't think that will ever change.

 

[VP89]

As a number 9, yes, obviously.

Martial and Rashford are inside forwards, not number 9s. And I don't think that will ever change.

So how does Martial really fit in a 4321?

 

[Old Ma Crow]

No, but Martial could learn a lot from Ighalo.

 

[Samid]

Yeah let's not get ahead of ourselves.

 

[MUFromLTU]

He's the better striker, but not better player overall. He's near to useless in the buildup plays compared to Martial. I prefer him playing vs similar oppos, however not with anything better than that.

 

[Stadjer]

No

 

[Cassidy]

No

 

[Infra-red]

So how does Martial really fit in a 4321?

On the left. He's not a striker.

 

[pav1790]

In general? No. In particular, when we play this system vs with Rashford and James ( sancho in future ) May be.

 

[Vidyoyo]

Yes because I much prefer Martial as a LF.

 

[The Firestarter]

Does anyone else prefer a knee jerk over a regular jerk?

 

[Knux]

One should not exclude the other. I think both can do a job, especially against weaker teams like Spurs. Ighalo as 9 and Martial LW.

 

[Kostov]

Is this the same Ighalo that looks like he can't control the ball at times?

 

[TrustInJanuzaj]

Not even close

 

[hobbers]

So how does Martial really fit in a 4321?

The simple answer is that he doesn't, assuming Rashford is on the pitch.

Martial has more innate talent than Rashford but he's really let him leap ahead.

 

[Cassidy]

The simple answer is that he doesn't, assuming Rashford is on the pitch.

Martial has more innate talent than Rashford but he's really let him leap ahead.

You play Ighalo and bench Martial? Hahahahahaha

 

[GazTheLegend]

Yes.

Martial is a better player, but he's not really a striker

Ighalo just seems to 'know' the strikers role better. He holds the ball up, then gets into position to get the next ball or make a run to make space for other players.

Martial doesn't want to hold the ball up, he wants to be running through.

I don't mind Martial as a number 9 and it's lethal with Rashford playing too but Ighalo looks like he fits our team. It's a tough one.

 

[Andycoleno9]

This will age well. "Like Williams is better than Shaw" thread.

 

[DickDastardly]

In regards to the Martial question, it has been blatantly obvious for some time he's not a center forward.

In regards of footballing quality, Tony is miles ahead of Ighalo, and probably always will be.

The problem lies in their respective positions.

 

[roonster09]

No.

 

[Falcow]

Hes been a great signing regardless and should get 4 or 5 more goals before the season ends.

We should do these low risk loan deals more often.

 

[ClaytonBlackmoorLeftPeg]

Is this the same Ighalo that looks like he can't control the ball at times?

he’s a less fat and less whiney Lukuku.

With Rashford out, I’d rather Martial on the left and Ighalo upfront. Clearly Ighalo is not a top class no. 9 but neither is Martial - he’s the square peg.

 

[Zen86]

Ighalo is perfect for games like this where he can just bulldoze his way through.

 

[Andycoleno9]

Is this the same Ighalo that looks like he can't control the ball at times?

And missed all one on one chances so far in United shirt? Yes, that is him.

I mean, he can be good backup and i will not mind having him as backup if he keeps doing well but overreaction is insane

 

[Cassidy]

he’s a less fat and less whiney Lukuku.

With Rashford out, I’d rather Martial on the left and Ighalo upfront. Clearly Ighalo is not a top class no. 9 but neither is Martial - he’s the square peg.

Square peg with 15 goals...

 

[ivaldo]

It's just nice having someone active inside the penalty area. How often do we get in a promising position only to have absolutely no one in the box? Shaw's all of a sudden looking a lot more dangerous because he has someone to pick out. Bruno's late runs into the box is helping with that too.

 

[tjb]

he’s a less fat and less whiney Lukuku.

With Rashford out, I’d rather Martial on the left and Ighalo upfront. Clearly Ighalo is not a top class no. 9 but neither is Martial - he’s the square peg.

Come on, we all know Lukaku isn't fat.

 

[kouroux]

Martial is better Ighalo hasn't been that good tbh and he's only scored against weak teams so far

 

[pearl1337]

Apples and oranges... but no.
If Martial played more liquid-like, he would be world class. Ighalo is far from, but then again, he provides more attacking options.
But, NO

 

[VP89]

On the left. He's not a striker.

Rashford plays left though, and then cuts in the middle etc.

 

[Infra-red]

Is this the same Ighalo that looks like he can't control the ball at times?

He's not particularly good, but he is an actual #9.

 

[Andycoleno9]

Martial is better Ighalo hasn't been that good tbh and he's only scored against weak teams so far

Caf loves shiny new toys. Every player who signs for us is a new fans favourite.

 

[VP89]

In regards to the Martial question, it has been blatantly obvious for some time he's not a center forward.

In regards of footballing quality, Tony is miles ahead of Ighalo, and probably always will be.

The problem lies in their respective positions.

I don't think anyone is arguing Ighalo being a better player than Martial.

But it's an interesting discussion as to who suits the team better as a 9.

 

[Infra-red]

Rashford plays left though, and then cuts in the middle etc.

I expect that Rashford and Martial will be competing for a single spot on the left of our attack next season.

 

[VP89]

Caf loves shiny new toys. Every player who signs for us is a new fans favourite.

You don't need to be a fan favourite to be a better striker than Martial. He's been terribly inconsistent in the 9 role for us, unsurprisingly. Before it was injury, before that it was "oh he's on the left and that's why he's not as effective", and it was Jose's fault, and before that he was raw and young.

 

[Pexbo]

I can see Iglaho getting 8/9 goals for us during his loan spell and earning himself a contract and scoring 2 goals in total next season.

 

[ClaytonBlackmoorLeftPeg]

Square peg with 15 goals...

he’s not a no. 9 though. Surely we all know that Martial as our first choice striker is not going to be good enough to consistently win trophies.

his best position is where Rashford plays.

he’s not Dong, and he’s a good player. A top class striker would benefit the team far more than just the goals scored.