Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 (edited) Now, before the naysayers bombard this thread with abuse, I am not suggesting Richard Chaplow should play for us in midfield. Nor am I suggesting he should play at left back in the first team. What I am suggesting, is that he should play left back in the U21s for a a few games to see how he does. Reasons: 1. He has the natural energy and bite to be a decent modern day full back, full of energy and dynamism. He is untried there, so give him a few games to show he can be Shaw's backup 2. The young lads look up to him as a model pro. He deals well with fans on twitter and is good in media interviews 3. He has put in some good tackles in his time at SMS. As a team we are too "nice" and Chappers has a mean streak - you only need to see the pictures below to see how he has developed from a nice lad into a monster. 4. He bleeds red for the side and fans Before: After: "Chaplow is our left back....Chaplow is our left back..." Edited 7 March, 2013 by Saint Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Dear oh dear. No wonder all the good posters don't post anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Dear oh dear. No wonder all the good posters don't post anymore. You can see why i've got him on ignore cant you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Well Charlie is known to take the p*ss every now and again and he proves it in this thread by doing just that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 You can see why i've got him on ignore cant you. Me too, except all the idiots quote him all the time so I end up seeing it anyway. This place isn't what it used to. I would start my own threads to improve it but instead I prefer to have a good old moan and reflect on the halycon days of this forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 No...... He has the energy and commitment but not the outright ability and craft to be a good defender. It's why he's never played there before, he would be sent off in the first five minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Well Charlie is known to take the p*ss every now and again and he proves it in this thread by doing just that. So you disagree? Instead of vile personal abuse why not explain the reasons why FFS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 No...... He has the energy and commitment but not the outright ability and craft to be a good defender. It's why he's never played there before, he would be sent off in the first five minutes. Fair point, but I think sometimes the midfield battle is more conduicive to red cards than playing at the back. He certainly has the technical ability to carry out the role with aplomb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 So you disagree? Instead of vile personal abuse why not explain the reasons why FFS? Personal abuse? Nothing wrong with taking the p*ss mate. The likes of Turkish, Glasgow, etc. do it all the time. I myself got a nice little chuckle out of this thread and I'm sure others did as well. But perhaps it should of gone in Muppet Show? A bit more tact next time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Personal abuse? Nothing wrong with taking the p*ss mate. The likes of Turkish, Glasgow, etc. do it all the time. I myself got a nice little chuckle out of this thread and I'm sure others did as well. But perhaps it should of gone in Muppet Show? A bit more tact next time? Lets take this offline. You have only been around 5 minutes and seem to think you own the place. Plus, the idea is genuine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eurosaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 It might help I suppose if he was able to kick the ball with his left foot ? Not a good idea IMHO ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowgli Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 I'm inclined to the view that this is a wind up. Otherwise why would you say he bleeds red and white when he is clearly a Burnley fan? Why would you suggest left back when that is already one of our strongest positions - Shaw (Fox) and in the not too distant future Shaw (Targett). Why would you suggest a player who is allegedly already in discussions with huddersfield Town over a loan move. Why bother.... ...if you're that lonely there are plenty of support groups to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Me too, except all the idiots quote him all the time so I end up seeing it anyway. This place isn't what it used to. I would start my own threads to improve it but instead I prefer to have a good old moan and reflect on the halycon days of this forum. I dont have the energy to put the idiots right. I just prefer to post on their threads about how crap they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Fair point, but I think sometimes the midfield battle is more conduicive to red cards than playing at the back. He certainly has the technical ability to carry out the role with aplomb. What has given you that impression? Incidentally, wind up or not, at least this is a conversation about football on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 (edited) I'm inclined to the view that this is a wind up. Otherwise why would you say he bleeds red and white when he is clearly a Burnley fan? Why would you suggest left back when that is already one of our strongest positions - Shaw (Fox) and in the not too distant future Shaw (Targett). Why would you suggest a player who is allegedly already in discussions with huddersfield Town over a loan move. Why bother.... ...if you're that lonely there are plenty of support groups to help. Umm I said he bleeds red, which I am 99% sure he does plus we wear red not red and white. He was training today so not in talks with Huddersfield and Fox is clearly not up to it whilst Targett still learning. Poor rebuttal from you Sir. Edited 7 March, 2013 by Saint Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 I'm inclined to the view that this is a wind up. Otherwise why would you say he bleeds red and white when he is clearly a Burnley fan? Why would you suggest left back when that is already one of our strongest positions - Shaw (Fox) and in the not too distant future Shaw (Targett). Why would you suggest a player who is allegedly already in discussions with huddersfield Town over a loan move. Why bother.... ...if you're that lonely there are plenty of support groups to help. well i for one think it could be a good move. He was outstanding at right midfiled last season so can play the wide role, he has energy so can fit in well into our high pressing game, he can tackle and he can also cover well for Lallana to free him up from his defensive responsibilities. He'd certainly add a bit more bite to the left side of defence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 No comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Lets take this offline. You have only been around 5 minutes and seem to think you own the place. Plus, the idea is genuine. If the idea is genuine why did you feel the need to exaggerate his abilities, use elaborate language and a formal list, and post naff pictures of the lad? Do we not know what he looks like? We know you're taking the p*ss mate. No need to act like you're oblivious to the fact and put on a charade. But fair play to you it was a good laugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 If the idea is genuine why did you feel the need to exaggerate his abilities, use elaborate language and a formal list, and post naff pictures of the lad? Do we not know what he looks like? We know you're taking the p*ss mate. No need to act like you're oblivious to the fact and put on a charade. But fair play to you it was a good laugh. As above, lets take this offline before you embarass yourself even more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 As above, lets take this offline before you embarass yourself even more. The Hobbit, 7:30pm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 The Hobbit, 7:30pm? Ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Ok. lol you serious? I was taking the p*ss there mate I don't drink on weekdays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 7 March, 2013 lol you serious? I was taking the p*ss there mate I don't drink on weekdays. I was going to leave you hanging pal. Anyway - you still havent said why Chaplow wouldnt potentially be a good LB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 lol you serious? I was taking the p*ss there mate I don't drink on weekdays. Bottlejob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 I was going to leave you hanging pal. Anyway - you still havent said why Chaplow wouldnt potentially be a good LB? If we have no other options - fine. Behind Shaw we have Clyne, Yoshida, Richardson, Forren, even Cork could do a job there and they would all be better options. Chaplow is simply not good enough. Do you really need me to tell you that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
110_Persaint Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Bottlejob. Your succinctness can be quite brilliant at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 The last thing we want is a limited, out of position midfielder, diving into tackles, getting caught out of position and for pace the majority of the game. Other than that, great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMondo Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 How about this as a role for Chaplow: as a midfield substitute, in one of those games where all our Lallana/Ramirez fancy dan trickery is getting us nowhere and we're crying out for a bit of directness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 How about this as a role for Chaplow: as a midfield substitute, in one of those games where all our Lallana/Ramirez fancy dan trickery is getting us nowhere and we're crying out for a bit of directness. We've got Davis for that and he's better than Chaplow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMondo Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 We've got Davis for that and he's better than Chaplow Fair enough. Left back it is then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andre Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Awful idea. Plus would never happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 How about this as a role for Chaplow: as a midfield substitute, in one of those games where all our Lallana/Ramirez fancy dan trickery is getting us nowhere and we're crying out for a bit of directness. Only thing that you'll get direct from Chaplow in the PL is a red card. Bloke can't tackle correctly, always the same sort of kung-fu,taekewondo drop kicks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Charming Man Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 It's quite sad you've gone to so much effort on your original post. It's such a bad idea it wasn't really worthy of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miltonroader07 Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Now, before the naysayers bombard this thread with abuse, I am not suggesting Richard Chaplow should play for us in midfield. Nor am I suggesting he should play at left back in the first team. What I am suggesting, is that he should play left back in the U21s for a a few games to see how he does. Reasons: 1. He has the natural energy and bite to be a decent modern day full back, full of energy and dynamism. He is untried there, so give him a few games to show he can be Shaw's backup 2. The young lads look up to him as a model pro. He deals well with fans on twitter and is good in media interviews 3. He has put in some good tackles in his time at SMS. As a team we are too "nice" and Chappers has a mean streak - you only need to see the pictures below to see how he has developed from a nice lad into a monster. 4. He bleeds red for the side and fans Before: After: "Chaplow is our left back....Chaplow is our left back..." Please leave stupid posts to the Experts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainchris Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Definitely a fair comment. He has more ability in his left finger than Fox has. He's fit has loads of energy - good at reading a game - a very good call...... Certainly haven't seen any of your veery unfair and aggressive detractors on here coming up with a better solution...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pingwing Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 He's got very limited positional sense and his tackling usually ends up as reckless as he charges about more and more. He should have been off against Reading at the end of last season for going in two footed on Federici in the first half and got really really lucky. As any kind of defender he would be causing more problems than fixing at LB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max_saints Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 Certainly haven't seen any of your veery unfair and aggressive detractors on here coming up with a better solution...... solution to what problem exactly? have all our full backs gone sick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 He's got very limited positional sense and his tackling usually ends up as reckless as he charges about more and more. He should have been off against Reading at the end of last season for going in two footed on Federici in the first half and got really really lucky. As any kind of defender he would be causing more problems than fixing at LB. Totally agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallana's Left Peg Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 It's obviously a bit of a fun thread but lets not forget than Ben Reeves got minutes at left back in the Premier League this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperMikey Posted 7 March, 2013 Share Posted 7 March, 2013 It's obviously a bit of a fun thread but lets not forget than Ben Reeves got minutes at left back in the Premier League this season. Reeves played LB in most of the youth levels - it's one of the positions he can play as well as on the wing and in midfield. As for Chaplow, I don't see why he can't play a game or two at LB in the U21s. I feel that he does lack some of the more technical aspects that most full-backs have, but he is very tenacious and has a great work rate. If we could somehow get Danny Fox and Richard Chaplow to have a baby together, I think their offspring would probably make for a good full back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowgli Posted 9 March, 2013 Share Posted 9 March, 2013 How about this as a role for Chaplow: as a midfield substitute, in one of those games where all our Lallana/Ramirez fancy dan trickery is getting us nowhere and we're crying out for a bit of directness. This. Play to the strength of the player. Much more effective than squeezing round pegs into square holes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted 9 March, 2013 Share Posted 9 March, 2013 Whilst this Charlie fella is clearly a bit odd, the idea isn't completely bonkers. Partially yes, but completely no. I remember many years we played Ruddock as a kind of playmaker on the left of midfield for the reserves. He looked alright there. Slightly different but I'm trying to give Charlie a precedent to help him out a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pangy Posted 9 March, 2013 Share Posted 9 March, 2013 Some people really do not see the difference in quality between the prem and the championship Chaplow Sharp De Ridder Will never EVER make it in the prem,nice guys,good players and all that but they just do not have enough about them to cut the mustard with the big boys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 9 March, 2013 Author Share Posted 9 March, 2013 Whilst this Charlie fella is clearly a bit odd, the idea isn't completely bonkers. Partially yes, but completely no. I remember many years we played Ruddock as a kind of playmaker on the left of midfield for the reserves. He looked alright there. Slightly different but I'm trying to give Charlie a precedent to help him out a bit. Appreciate that pal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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