Saint Charlie Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Simple point: he has had another excellent season. Like many I wasn't over bothered about his signing but has turned out to be a very good acquisition. Had a great game today but over the season has just been very solid defensively and a useful outlet going forward. Looks like a player who knows his position very well: good technical ability supplemented with excellent decision making. Good pen too (if a suprising choice of taker). Hopefully a starter in the Euros. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S4INT Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Apparently he's a bit of a knobber but thought his performance today was outstanding. Burst a gut all game. Hope he ties up the England LB spot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Tactically an outstanding player, understands the positions on the pitch and reads the game very well. Should be shoe in for England, shouldn't be a debate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baird of the land Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Turned out to be a fantastic signing, making up for losing Shaw so young. Should go to the euros, especially as he's shown versatility to cover at centre back too. Sadly i think he's probably going to miss out. Hodgson will go cautious and pick Baines and Rose has got the media attention this season so he'll likely get the nod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansums Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 I don't think there is any doubt that he will go to the Euros. A superb signing for us and for him, he has resurrected his career by signing for Saints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Not bad as a stand in CB in a back three as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a1ex2001 Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Top draw player and one I was pleased we signed when we lost shaw, although I didn't think he was as good as he is! Should clearly be Ebglands order choice this summer but probably won't I suspect that will go to rose surely Baines won't even go he's had a nothing season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Tactically an outstanding player, understands the positions on the pitch and reads the game very well. Should be shoe in for England, shouldn't be a debate. He's been overshadowed by Rose because of Spurs nearly winning the league (or not lol). Bertrand doesn't really have bad games, and is a far more reliable option, but sadly I doubt many non-Saints fans would see it like that Sent from my D5803 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-scooby Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Will find out tomorrow if he needs his passport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ice2Eskimos Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 I knew he would be a great signing, I was well happy when we got him because he was quality at Chelsea. Just Chelsea wanted to bring in the Continentals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Will find out tomorrow if he needs his passport He'll need one anyway for our European tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 He was the only outfield player today that hasn't scored this season iirc, which may be why he took the penalty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Just said on Sky that Koeman was angry Bertrand was taking the penalty and was trying to tell the players to get the regular penalty taker on it...that's a strange one. Not sure i like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Just said on Sky that Koeman was angry Bertrand was taking the penalty and was trying to tell the players to get the regular penalty taker on it...that's a strange one. Not sure i like that. In hindsight perhaps ! But we were only 2-1 up at the time, so if an untried penalty taker had blazed it over the bar, and Palace sneaked an equaliser in the last minute, would you still think so ? Pleased to see RK was so keen for the EL qualification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky Redstripe Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 Looked to me like Ward-Prowse was going to take it but Koeman wanted Bertrand to have it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuncanRG Posted 15 May, 2016 Share Posted 15 May, 2016 He's been overshadowed by Rose because of Spurs nearly winning the league (or not lol). Bertrand doesn't really have bad games, and is a far more reliable option, but sadly I doubt many non-Saints fans would see it like that Sent from my D5803 using Tapatalk I think Rose is better, to be honest. Certainly this season! Bertrand's not lit up like he did last year, mostly due to tactical changes. But he's always played well and deserves huge credit for adapting to centre back. I was at the opposite end for the penalty but he's always struck me as a bit of an odd character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koolman Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/36299004 Not at all surprised... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsbridge Saint Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 Baines has had an ordinary season and was shocking along with the rest of the starting XI in Brazil. Should never be in an England shirt again after Brazil. Nailed on for selection by Roy therefore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Biscuits Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 I'm just laughing at the idea of Hodgson picking someone new in any position unless forced to by injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewYorkSaint Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 Bertrand pulled off a cross from the touchline yesterday that seemed almost superhuman. He seemed to be completely blocked but pushed the ball aggressively to the touchline and somehow delivered it perfectly for Shane (who nodded wide). Commentator was stunned at the cross. I agree he's been key part of our success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LainPain Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 I suspect his decision to take the penalty was to impress the England scouts (though could have backfired!). He'll go to France. Contrary to seemingly popular opinion, Roy actually tends to go on form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 16 May, 2016 Share Posted 16 May, 2016 In hindsight perhaps ! But we were only 2-1 up at the time, so if an untried penalty taker had blazed it over the bar, and Palace sneaked an equaliser in the last minute, would you still think so ? Pleased to see RK was so keen for the EL qualification. I agree, I actually meant i don't like that the players were going against Koemans instructions (if that's what happened). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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