david in sweden Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 surely deserves his own thread after yesterdays sub.app. Not sure if Fonte was injured ..off form ..or what, but AM looked full of confidence as though he'd been playing all season. With Jaidi and Seaborne out, and not sure of Fonte's return date, were sure to see more of Aaron in the next few matches.
The Kraken Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 Fonte went off as a precaution. Pretty sure we'll see Martin play in midweek but if Fonte is fit I imagine he'll start again on Saturday.
The Cat Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 I hadn't noticed Martin was on the pitch until he had that header at goal. Played well though. Still a bit agricultural with his clearances but rather he did that than try and play his way out of defence if he's not yet confident in doing so. It's something that will come with experience and decent coaching though. He really is a fantastic prospct.
Saint_lambden Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 Should have scored with that header tbh but did well. Both teams defended solidly, the problem for us was in midfield - kept losing possession.
david in sweden Posted 23 October, 2011 Author Posted 23 October, 2011 Should have scored with that header tbh but did well. Both teams defended solidly, the problem for us was in midfield - kept losing possession. BBC report said it was a magnificent one-handed save by the Reading keeper !
The Cat Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 BBC report said it was a magnificent one-handed save by the Reading keeper ! It was a great save but Martin really should have headed it back across the goal into the massive space left by the keeper and given him no chance.
LGTL Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 BBC report said it was a magnificent one-handed save by the Reading keeper ! It was a decent save but he should have buried it. He went for the near post when going across the goalkeeper was the obvious choice.
The Kraken Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 It was a great save but Martin really should have headed it back across the goal into the massive space left by the keeper and given him no chance. Agreed; he decided on a glancing header when a powerful attempt back across goal would maybe have been a better option.
Colbury Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 If that was Lambert he would have buried it. Sitter IMO. Played well mind you.
Saint Craig Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 At the time before the replay and the camera's focus on Martin, I did think it was Rickie Lambert.
Crouch Ender Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 The fact that this thread has focused on the missed header tells you all you need to know about his defensive performance. The lad done well.
saints-cris Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 I didnt know Fonte had been subbed off until after the game, which I think shows how well he played. Should have scored though!
S-Clarke Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 He's a good CB, does his job every time he plays and I'm never nervous with him in the team. He's not as cultured as our other CB's, but he does his job first and foremost and that's getting the ball out of the danger area!
Barry the Badger Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 I didnt know Fonte had been subbed off until after the game, which I think shows how well he played. Should have scored though! I think that just shows that you were either quite ****ed, have terrible eyesight, or just weren't paying attention.
rooney Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 He is growing with experience and as S-Clarke said, I am not nervous when he is in the team.
saints-cris Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 I think that just shows that you were either quite ****ed, have terrible eyesight, or just weren't paying attention. Whilst I definately had a buzz on, I put it down to not getting out to the 2nd half til KO and didnt see the sub being made. Really dont know how I didnt notice though, eyesight is all good. Il jus say fair play to Martin for playing so assured.
Saint Stimp Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 He's a good CB, does his job every time he plays and I'm never nervous with him in the team. He's not as cultured as our other CB's, but he does his job first and foremost and that's getting the ball out of the danger area! That about sums him up for me. I think he's going to develop into quite a player.
Huffton Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 If that was Lambert he would have buried it. Sitter IMO. Played well mind you. Jesus Christ. Young centre back gets unexpectedly pitched into the biggest game of his career so far, plays bloody well considering, and all some people can do is have a pop at him for making their keeper pull off a worldy. Unbelievable Jeff...
doddisalegend Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 Martin has always looked more than decent every time I've seen him play. I have no problems with him coming into the team.
Fan The Flames Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 I suppose the header was a judgement call, he called it one way and the keeper pulled of a decent save.
John Boy Saint Posted 23 October, 2011 Posted 23 October, 2011 Considering the lack of game time he has had this season, he seemed comfortable with having to step into defence in a game where we were not at our best and Reading were getting amongst us. Might not have been as cultured as Jose but then one has years of experience and game time. The other has not. Once again he didn't let us down.
SNSUN Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 Cost us three points. The eejit. :-D I've liked what I've seen of Martin - composed.
Chez Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 I have a tiny problem with Martin just side footing balls off for throw ins when running back to goal. I know safety first is a good idea, but bloody hell, its not Tyro League mate. At this level a player should have the ability to create angle and smack it down the line. I find this very frustrating. He does it on both sides. He never looks to play it back to the keeper, which might be a good idea now and then. If I was an opponent I'd just smack it down the channels all day as he taps it off for a throw and you have gained 50 yards without having to try. Should have buried the header on Saturday BTW.
Window Cleaner Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 I suppose the header was a judgement call, he called it one way and the keeper pulled of a decent save. I've only seen the highlights but it would seem to me that he completely mistimes his header,comes off of the side of his head maybe?
Leicestersaint Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 Martin looks a good prospect to me - cool, calm and collected.
yorkiesaint Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 I think Martin did better than Fonte, who may have been carrying an injury. certainly fonte looked poor for most of the game.
Window Cleaner Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 certainly fonte looked poor for most of the game. well the half of it that he played anyway. Fonte has a problem at this level,he's getting done for pace and getting caught out of position, ressorts to holding and elbowing to get himself out of tight spots.
Lord Duckhunter Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 Fonte has surprised me this season, I really thought he was Premier League standard but he's struggled to pick up the pace in this league. That said, I dont think Martin is the answer just yet. He should have scored and I think Fonte would of done, but that's not his primary job. Defensively, he did well and is good cover, but I would always have Fonte back in, despite some iffy moments.
doddisalegend Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 Martin looks a good prospect to me - cool, calm and collected. He always does every time I've seen him play
SuperSAINT Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 He's a good CB, does his job every time he plays and I'm never nervous with him in the team. He's not as cultured as our other CB's, but he does his job first and foremost and that's getting the ball out of the danger area! Agree with this. It's actually amazing to think he can slot in for us in the championship when he was playing non-league not so long ago.
Sparky_Mark Posted 24 October, 2011 Posted 24 October, 2011 To close the debate about his header, if the Reading keeper wasn't out of position then he would have scored, keeper seemed very close to far post! Seems AM has come a long way since I played college football against him 3 years ago and our striker made him look fairly average, shows that if you work hard and get given a chance then can get you a fair way, still has plenty of time to develop as well!
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