Author Topic: Kostas Tsimikas (Read 251035 times)

Clint Eastwood · « **Reply #360 on:** November 3, 2020, 01:36:24 pm »

Quote from: an fear dearg on November 3, 2020, 01:21:38 pm

Would it be absolutely mental to play him at LB and Robbo at LCB? I know it’s a bit left field but it might just work in the short term...

As good as Robbo is, his one weakness is probably aerial duels.

tubby · « **Reply #361 on:** November 3, 2020, 01:41:38 pm »

Plus the idea of Kostas coming in was to rotate him with Robertson, not play them both at the same time.

MonsLibpool · « **Reply #362 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:01:56 pm »

He never looks under pressure because he is completely two-footed. That gives him twice as many options as the average full back.

rscanderlech · « **Reply #363 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:09:07 pm »

Quote from: MonsLibpool on November 3, 2020, 10:01:56 pm

He never looks under pressure because he is completely two-footed. That gives him twice as many options as the average full back.

So he can play RB as well?

MonsLibpool · « **Reply #364 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:15:53 pm »

Quote from: rscanderlech on November 3, 2020, 10:09:07 pm

So he can play RB as well?

It seems he only plays LB but he should be able to do a job at RB.

farawayred · « **Reply #365 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:17:21 pm »

It's good enough for me if he can give Robbo a break to keep him sharp. That will do. Plenty of games for Kostas.

naYoRHa2b · « **Reply #366 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:18:37 pm »

Looked competent when he came on. Obviously he's had a couple of issues outside of his control since he joined meaning he's been unavailable but I'm sure he's learnt a lot, maybe not too dissimilar to Robbo when he first joined.

JC the Messiah · « **Reply #367 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:20:29 pm »

There was a nice cross-field ball to Neco. Was just like watching Robbo and Trent

Bread · « **Reply #368 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:25:43 pm »

Quote from: JC the Messiah on November 3, 2020, 10:20:29 pm

There was a nice cross-field ball to Neco. Was just like watching Robbo and Trent

There was a moment towards the end where Neco whipped in a delicious cross that Atalanta cleared as far as Tsimikas, who himself put in a brilliant cross. It was honestly like Trent and Robbo were still on the pitch.

smutchin · « **Reply #369 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:35:28 pm »

Quote from: naYoRHa2b on November 3, 2020, 10:18:37 pm

Looked competent when he came on. Obviously he's had a couple of issues outside of his control since he joined meaning he's been unavailable but I'm sure he's learnt a lot, maybe not too dissimilar to Robbo when he first joined.

I’d say competent is slightly understating it. But maybe erring on the side of caution is best given how little we’ve seen of him so far. Feeling *very* positive about him based on what we have seen though.

The Test · « **Reply #370 on:** November 3, 2020, 10:45:00 pm »

You can see he's a proper footballer. Got all the tools, and is definitely dynamic enough to step in for Robbo. really intrigued by this guy.

muszka · « **Reply #371 on:** November 12, 2020, 12:54:33 pm »

Can Tsimikas play as left CB? I mean the guy is a defender so putting him in defense would not be a worse idea than putting a midfielder in there.

rscanderlech · « **Reply #372 on:** November 12, 2020, 01:31:21 pm »

Quote from: muszka on November 12, 2020, 12:54:33 pm

Can Tsimikas play as left CB? I mean the guy is a defender so putting him in defense would not be a worse idea than putting a midfielder in there.

Apparently, Robertson can.

Paul1611 · « **Reply #373 on:** November 12, 2020, 01:59:50 pm »

Did he play for Greece last night? Did any of our Greece watching members see how he played?

an fear dearg · « **Reply #374 on:** November 12, 2020, 03:27:14 pm »

Quote from: Paul1611 on November 12, 2020, 01:59:50 pm

Did he play for Greece last night? Did any of our Greece watching members see how he played?

I see he played the first half, came off at half time, not sure how he did but no suggestion of an injury

Wild Romany Boy · « **Reply #375 on:** November 12, 2020, 03:53:17 pm »

I'm excited about this guy, and it's kind of annoying that he hasn't been available more yet.

I know it takes time with the Kopp system, and Covid happened, but I want to see this guy a little more; maybe there is a chance now.

Robbo is still the boss though.

smurfinaus · « **Reply #376 on:** November 15, 2020, 10:39:29 pm »

Whats his actual status in terms of availability for games coming up?.

Welshred · « **Reply #377 on:** November 15, 2020, 10:40:16 pm »

He played for Greece tonight so he should be fine

Morgana · « **Reply #378 on:** November 16, 2020, 01:21:33 am »

Quote from: Welshred on November 15, 2020, 10:40:16 pm

He played for Greece tonight so he should be fine

Most importantly, will he play again for Greece this week or be rested for Sunday?

benitezexpletives · « **Reply #379 on:** November 17, 2020, 12:33:42 pm »

He'll definitely play is it's a big game for promotion to next Nations league group and a potential back door to WC qualifications. Interestingly he doesn't usually start for Greece but the first choice left back is currently injured.

Jwils21 · « **Reply #380 on:** November 17, 2020, 02:37:36 pm »

Quote from: benitezexpletives on November 17, 2020, 12:33:42 pm

He'll definitely play is it's a big game for promotion to next Nations league group and a potential back door to WC qualifications. Interestingly he doesn't usually start for Greece but the first choice left back is currently injured.

Who normally starts for them? Tsavellas is it?

wah00ey · « **Reply #381 on:** November 17, 2020, 04:39:48 pm »

Quote from: Jwils21 on November 17, 2020, 02:37:36 pm

Who normally starts for them? Tsavellas is it?

Who loves ya, baby?

Ghost Town · « **Reply #382 on:** November 17, 2020, 07:18:23 pm »

Quote from: wah00ey on November 17, 2020, 04:39:48 pm

Who loves ya, baby?

I blame the Telly

benitezexpletives · « **Reply #383 on:** November 17, 2020, 07:29:59 pm »

Quote from: Jwils21 on November 17, 2020, 02:37:36 pm

Who normally starts for them? Tsavellas is it?

Giannoulis. Tsimikas will play 90 mins tomorrow night but probably not a bad thing considering his lack of game time this season.

classycarra · « **Reply #384 on:** November 17, 2020, 11:10:21 pm »

Quote from: benitezexpletives on November 17, 2020, 07:29:59 pm

Giannoulis. Tsimikas will play 90 mins tomorrow night but probably not a bad thing considering his lack of game time this season.

As long as he's ready to play for us, because there's no way Scotland don't worsen Robertson's injury

Bread · « **Reply #385 on:** November 25, 2020, 11:26:39 pm »

I was quietly encouraged by Tsimikas' performance tonight. Not as good as Robbo (obviously) but did enough for me in that first half to suggest he'll be more than adequate cover. Put in one of the better performances on what was a pretty dismal night. Some of his crosses were quite tasty.

harryc · « **Reply #386 on:** November 26, 2020, 09:32:25 am »

Thought he did ok but clearly still settling into the way we play and short of match fitness.

Gods_Left_Boot · « **Reply #387 on:** November 26, 2020, 10:38:36 am »

Thought he did ok. Obviously short on fitness and thrown in a makeshift side, but did quite well on his flank in the first half and put in a couple of decent crosses. Should have done better on their first and cut out the cross to Ilicic, but he was dead on his legs at that point.

number 168 · « **Reply #388 on:** November 26, 2020, 10:43:59 am »

Quote from: Gods_Left_Boot on November 26, 2020, 10:38:36 am

Thought he did ok. Obviously short on fitness and thrown in a makeshift side, but did quite well on his flank in the first half and put in a couple of decent crosses. Should have done better on their first and cut out the cross to Ilicic, but he was dead on his legs at that point.

I also thought he aquitted himself well. Not easy for him given the make up of the team but signs that he will be decent cover for Robbo, especially when we are back to full strength.

newterp · « **Reply #389 on:** November 26, 2020, 12:55:40 pm »

He’s definitely good enough to back up Robbo and get a starry here and there as well. Fiesty, quick, and has a good attacking instinct.

LFCobsessive · « **Reply #390 on:** November 26, 2020, 02:45:28 pm »

Seemed fine to me, I've liked him since I first saw him play, the bonus is he has a good attacking instinct with skill, as well as energy levels and tenacity in winning the ball/defending.
When I say energy levels, I agree with what people have wrote here, he needs to get that fitness level up, like our more regular players have in the team.
Understandable why he wouldn't have peak fitness at the mo of course.
When Robbo has a chance to rest for a few minutes here or there if Trent is still out then try him on the other wing. It'd be better that trusting it to Neco, who still seems very naive and weak.
Not ideal playing our back up LB on the other wing, but it'll get his fitness up and help him gel within the team (because of all the injuries mainly).

jepovic · « **Reply #391 on:** November 26, 2020, 03:36:19 pm »

It's worth remembering that it took Robbo several months to settle.

Jookie · « **Reply #392 on:** November 26, 2020, 03:48:00 pm »

Got to give him a few months and appearances, maybe with the better lads occasionally, before any judgements on his ability or suitability.

Whether it's Tsimikas or either of the Williams lads it's got to be hard coming into the team currently. You have limited experience of playing in this system but also you are playing in a much changed line up. At some point we'll see Tsimikas in a team with Matip, Fabinho and Trent in defence. Plus Henderson, Thiago, Wijnadulm in midfield. Got to be much easier to play well and influence the game in a team that has cohesion, experience and quality throughout. I don't think we necessarily had that last night and everyone's performance suffered a bit.

Red Cactii · « **Reply #393 on:** December 8, 2020, 10:42:53 am »

tornado · « **Reply #394 on:** December 10, 2020, 02:19:58 am »

Any news on his injury...replay seemed to suggest straightening of the leg (kind of hyperextension, hopefully nothing knee related)

deFacto please, you bastards · « **Reply #395 on:** December 10, 2020, 02:26:14 am »

No news yet.

rafathegaffa83 · « **Reply #396 on:** December 10, 2020, 03:15:57 am »

Hope it isn't too serious. This is the time of the season he'd be getting more minutes

The 1989 Brit Awards · « **Reply #397 on:** December 10, 2020, 04:16:41 am »

Quote from: jepovic on November 26, 2020, 03:36:19 pm

It's worth remembering that it took Robbo several months to settle.

yeah, we even had a "reborn" Moreno starting for a few months before Robbo stomped the door properly.

dudleyred · « **Reply #398 on:** December 10, 2020, 11:48:42 am »

Hope injury not too bad

So difficult for the lad as we know he's a backup. He'll get rare starts and odd minutes here and there. Hopefully thats all anyway as will mean robbo is fully fit

Thought he did OK yesterday. Cant ask much more of him playing without many regulars around him

number 168 · « **Reply #399 on:** December 10, 2020, 12:19:02 pm »

Quote from: dudleyredred bobbin along on December 10, 2020, 11:48:42 am

Hope injury not too bad

So difficult for the lad as we know he's a backup. He'll get rare starts and odd minutes here and there. Hopefully thats all anyway as will mean robbo is fully fit

Thought he did OK yesterday. Cant ask much more of him playing without many regulars around him

Agree with that. It's hard to judge a player until he's had a few games under his belt playing with the first team. Better players give others the chance to show how good (or bad) they actually are. For me the lad has looked promising and I hope he gets decent game time this season.