Author Topic: Adam Lallana (Read 118654 times)

Alonso_The_Assassin · « **Reply #40 on:** February 15, 2015, 12:34:28 am »

One of my favourite players, all told. Clever, instinctive, technically gifted and off the ball, works his bollocks off!

newterp · « **Reply #41 on:** February 15, 2015, 12:35:34 am »

Quote from: gwalk on February 15, 2015, 12:25:30 am

was the only one following that free kick in in case of a rebound, very clever play and he got his reward for it

Coutinho was following from the other side and skrtel was coming through the middle - but Lallana was the fastest one to react and timed his run beautifully

arab88 · « **Reply #42 on:** February 15, 2015, 01:34:27 am »

He has the quality to play better than he has done today, I think he needs and deserves to play a bit more often,only this way we can really see his qualities emerge.

He has been very limited by the recent injuries he picked up...very unlucky indeed.

His goal today was massive, his movement and the way he wanted the ball was nice to see!! glad for the lad!! and for us obviously

Alonso_The_Assassin · « **Reply #43 on:** February 15, 2015, 01:38:51 am »

Worth noting that this is the second goal he's scored of a similar ilk. His goal against Leicester also demonstrated his ability to be one step ahead of most in terms of game intelligence.

Peabee · « **Reply #44 on:** February 15, 2015, 01:42:31 am »

Quote from: Alonso_The_Assassin on February 15, 2015, 01:38:51 am

Worth noting that this is the second goal he's scored of a similar ilk. His goal against Leicester also demonstrated his ability to be one step ahead of most in terms of game intelligence.

He's a very intelligent player. The free kick was well worked, with Studge and Skrtel splitting the wall.

DyingAtheist · « **Reply #45 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:18:10 am »

Quote from: gwalk on February 15, 2015, 12:25:30 am

was the only one following that free kick in in case of a rebound, very clever play and he got his reward for it

Eh there was 3-4 players doing the same thing, I think it was definitely a plan of sorts.

I like the lad though, never understood the hate he's been getting, he's clearly talented and now we actually have depth, QUALITY depth for once!

gwalk · « **Reply #46 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:26:01 am »

Quote from: DyingAtheist on February 15, 2015, 05:18:10 am

Eh there was 3-4 players doing the same thing, I think it was definitely a plan of sorts.

I like the lad though, never understood the hate he's been getting, he's clearly talented and now we actually have depth, QUALITY depth for once!

I notice that now looking back at it, on first glance it seemed like he was the only one alert for it

MNAA · « **Reply #47 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:26:10 am »

No one can swivel like Lallana can ...

Max_powers · « **Reply #48 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:33:00 am »

He has both technique and a desire to work his socks off every game. His numbers don't look too bad either. His non penalty goals and assist number is up there with best Attacking mids in PL.

Ken-Obi · « **Reply #49 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:45:51 am »

The bad rap he's getting is mostly numerological - 25,000,000. It blinds them to his obvious technical ability and game intelligence. Add to that the white square with an elongated red cross on it didn't help either.

moloch · « **Reply #50 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:21:19 am »

Quote from: DyingAtheist on February 15, 2015, 05:18:10 am

Eh there was 3-4 players doing the same thing, I think it was definitely a plan of sorts.

True, seemed rehearsed as it's not the first time a keepers spills Mario's free kick. Still it needs the application and it was spot on. The more goals/assists Lallana gets, the more he will grow into his role, I'm sure of it.

Clayton Bigsby · « **Reply #51 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:30:53 am »

dont think he played that well to be honest but i do like him. that herky jerky style of his and his close control are both pleasing on the eye

stonty · « **Reply #52 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:36:03 am »

Has great turn, love the way he lets the ball do the work, kinda reminds me of Brooking in that respect

Fordy · « **Reply #53 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:52:56 am »

Smart player. A quality player on form. He will do well for us.

tray fenny · « **Reply #54 on:** February 15, 2015, 10:26:54 am »

Reminds me of Beardsley, looks like he could bring us as much success.

Solomon Grundy · « **Reply #55 on:** February 15, 2015, 10:41:18 am »

Quote from: tray fenny on February 15, 2015, 10:26:54 am

Reminds me of Beardsley

Yeah, I can see that in him. Not quite at the same level as Pedro though.

vivabobbygraham · « **Reply #56 on:** February 15, 2015, 10:52:35 am »

Two footed, well balanced, absolute delight of a footballer who is a perfect fit for what the manager requires.Things can only get better with him in the squad. He could do with giving Philippe and Raheem lessons on how to shoot with their weaker foot, whichever that one is in his case.

Il Capitano · « **Reply #57 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:20:01 am »

Quote from: Peabee on February 15, 2015, 01:42:31 am

He's a very intelligent player. The free kick was well worked, with Studge and Skrtel splitting the wall.

I thought that whole thing was a clever idea. Twat the ball as hard as possible at the keeper, then send three players careering in to pick up the rebound.

macca007 · « **Reply #58 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:20:58 am »

Quote from: Vivabobbygraham on February 15, 2015, 10:52:35 am

Two footed, well balanced, absolute delight of a footballer who is a perfect fit for what the manager requires.Things can only get better with him in the squad. He could do with giving Philippe and Raheem lessons on how to shoot with your weaker foot, whichever that one is in his case.

He could give them lessons on shooting with their stronger foot an all. One thing they both cant do is lace a ball and get it on target. lallana can hit a ball. One of the things a couple of players lack at times

Mamadou · « **Reply #59 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:23:12 am »

he reacted so fast like a predator

CHOPPER · « **Reply #60 on:** February 15, 2015, 12:48:26 pm »

Quote from: tray fenny on February 15, 2015, 10:26:54 am

Reminds me of Beardsley, looks like he could bring us as much success.

To me mate, he's more of a Ray Kennedy.

Its not ideal to draw comparisons with past greats. But to me he's Ray Kennedy, but with a slightly different gait and turn of speed. Two great feet, brave, heads always up when running with the ball, intelligent, will weigh in with his fare share of goals and will create quite a few as well, will put his foot in when required - A managers dream, if we were to describe him briefly.

He's number 5 for me.

RedSince86 · « **Reply #61 on:** February 15, 2015, 01:22:38 pm »

I think he's a fantastic player,with intelligence on the ball,good technique and pressing.He's been unlucky with injuries coming when he finally hits full fitness.

Personally i think Coutinho needs a rest he's looked leggy and still probably suffering with that knock against the bitters,i'd like to see Lallana starting games in the AM role.

keyop · « **Reply #62 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:23:13 pm »

Love watching him play - comfortable on his right or left foot, great awareness and balance, and plays the game with his head up.

He is perfectly suited for Liverpool FC and at 26 has his best years ahead of him as a midfielder.

Anyone suggesting he was overpriced (or that the fee should have been down-payment on a Suarez replacement) clearly don't understand what Rodgers is trying to achieve in the long term with this squad.

Elzar · « **Reply #63 on:** February 15, 2015, 05:25:36 pm »

He's the kind of player that probably won't be too effected by ageing. Could still do what he does when he's in his 30s at a good level.

Red Sea · « **Reply #64 on:** February 15, 2015, 06:58:24 pm »

a decent player, not bad, but very good to have.

SamAteTheRedAcid · « **Reply #65 on:** February 15, 2015, 07:05:33 pm »

I think he was well worth the fee to be honest.

Like his style of play, skilful, good in tight spaces, eye for goal and decent at threading balls through tight defences. Kind of player that would have been great to have in 2008/9 side when we came up against some parked buses.
I even like his shit beard.

OOS · « **Reply #66 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:08:15 pm »

Good, solid player who just needs to add consistency to his game.

mrantarctica · « **Reply #67 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:12:21 pm »

has been unlucky as he gets injured frequently. such an elegant player, i think we're still to see the best of him. we're developing a really good set of attacking midfielders now between coutinho, sterling, ibe, lallana and markovic.

Carly · « **Reply #68 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:13:46 pm »

Quote from: OOS on February 15, 2015, 09:08:15 pm

Good, solid player who just needs to add consistency to his game.

When hes been fully fit hes been fairly consistent I thought. Hes just picked up a few injuries here and there and unlike Sturridge it just takes him a few games to get into the groove again.

JackWard33 · « **Reply #69 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:28:57 pm »

Quote from: Carly on February 15, 2015, 09:13:46 pm

When hes been fully fit hes been fairly consistent I thought. Hes just picked up a few injuries here and there and unlike Sturridge it just takes him a few games to get into the groove again.

Yeah he's very consistent

He has the best goal involvement (goals or assist) per 90 than anyone in our squad bar Sturridge including Sterling

He's been really really good as you say he's just been injured twice

itsgunnabebarnes! · « **Reply #70 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:38:42 pm »

For a skilful player his balance is poor

RedGlen · « **Reply #71 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:48:36 pm »

Quote from: itsgunnabebarnes! on February 15, 2015, 09:38:42 pm

For a skilful player his balance is poor

His balance is poor? You can't twist and turn and be so mobile on the ball like he is without some exceptional balance. If you mean when you see him slip - every player slips a few times a match, It's normal and expected. If that's not what you mean, could you clarify why you think his balance is poor?

andyrol · « **Reply #72 on:** February 15, 2015, 09:48:49 pm »

So we've compared him to brooking, beardsley and ray kennedy and nobody yet to his true " new(insert name)...a more attacking ronnie whelan.

Yorkykopite · « **Reply #73 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:26:48 pm »

Quote from: andyrol on February 15, 2015, 09:48:49 pm

So we've compared him to brooking, beardsley and ray kennedy and nobody yet to his true " new(insert name)...a more attacking ronnie whelan.

Litmanen. The easy way he collects the ball, the absolute balance over it. We haven't yet seen the best of him because of injury. But hopefully we're about to.

Elzar · « **Reply #74 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:30:02 pm »

Quote from: itsgunnabebarnes! on February 15, 2015, 09:38:42 pm

For a skilful player his balance is poor

His balance is outrageously good. He turns so quickly a times.

RichardM · « **Reply #75 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:32:01 pm »

One of those players you just love watching. He's so elegant on the ball.

Number 7 · « **Reply #76 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:33:57 pm »

Technically good, skillful and fits in to this type of team.

Also, and probably most importantly has a goal in him.

astowell1 · « **Reply #77 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:49:48 pm »

Quote from: itsgunnabebarnes! on February 15, 2015, 09:38:42 pm

For a skilful player his balance is poor

Not sure how you're seeing that.

Alonso_The_Assassin · « **Reply #78 on:** February 15, 2015, 11:49:59 pm »

Quote from: JackWard33 on February 15, 2015, 09:28:57 pm

Yeah he's very consistent

He has the best goal involvement (goals or assist) per 90 than anyone in our squad bar Sturridge including Sterling

He's been really really good as you say he's just been injured twice

But but, he cost 25 million, you know!

When you compare him with the likes of Ander Herrera and what United paid for the latter, I'd say we've come out a lot better for the moment. Sure, Herrera has potential, but he won't contribute what Lallana does for us within the next 2 seasons, IMO.

gritsvanilla · « **Reply #79 on:** February 16, 2015, 01:24:31 am »

Well seeing's as we've been doing comparisons to former greats, what with the Kennedy, Brooking, Beardsley, Whelan shouts, i'm gonna pick up on a previous poster who said he has no balance as perhaps his most obvious attribute is his balance and grace when moving with the ball, all of which reminds me of the most balletic footballer to ever grace the beautiful game...i'm talking about the Dutch maestro Johan Cryuff, now obviously he doesn't quite have Cryuff's skillset but when he moves with the ball that is who Lallana most reminds me of.