king1010 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 1 minute ago, El Hombre said: Meh. Devos going off on Henry for that goal was him just trying to justify a narrative. A better question would be who were Straith and Vitoria covering? Adekugbe had two guys and had to come from behind to try to get in Altidore's way while Straith was doing his best to cover Crepeau. narrative is correct though IMO. not blaming henry at all. he hasn't played in a year and he's out of position. I just think its clear he shouldn't be utilized at rightback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerpro Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 That was hard to watch. We were pinned in our box the whole 2nd half. Junior Hoilett+Atiba Hutchinson = our whole team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolbertos Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 i don't know why Canada is so afraid to attack or why they pass back to the goalkeepers?? I initially thought it was Russell Tiebert flaw but have seen it many times for Canada. Don't know if rhe kids are taught to be conservative or pass it back, but that has got to stop moving forward in the academies. I really hope Kyle Bekker isn't called up anynore. Time and time again all attacks die with him or he fucks up making a short pass, when it should be long, etc.. The USA is now definitely miles ahead of us. Doubt we'll ever catch up to their level of skill, even if we had a domestic league. The only bright spot was our goalie saving our bacon. Time and time again, Canada trains great goalkeepers. I really hope TFC, VWFC or IMFC have an amazing No. 10 player in the youth ranks. This player selection might not get us to the Hex anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolbertos Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 i don't know why Canada is so afraid to attack or why they pass back to the goalkeepers?? I initially thought it was Russell Tiebert flaw but have seen it many times for Canada. Don't know if rhe kids are taught to be conservative or pass it back, but that has got to stop moving forward in the academies. I really hope Kyle Bekker isn't called up anynore. Time and time again all attacks die with him or he fucks up making a short pass, when it should be long, etc.. The USA is now definitely miles ahead of us. Doubt we'll ever catch up to their level of skill, even if we had a domestic league. The only bright spot was our goalie saving our bacon. Time and time again, Canada trains great goalkeepers. I really hope TFC, VWFC or IMFC have an amazing No. 10 player in the youth ranks. This player selection might not get us to the Hex anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmen Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Just now, canucklefan said: I saw a starting XI missing 2-3 players that should start against Mexico in March. Not a B team IMO. But also a starting XI the bulk of which is barely in to pre-season, while the US has been playing for a bit.. They'll have had more game action by the time the Mexico game comes around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 1 minute ago, canucklefan said: I saw a starting XI missing 2-3 players that should start against Mexico in March. Not a B team IMO. hutchinson, edgar, hoilett, borjan, potentially arfield, ricketts, jakovic depends what you classify as a B team. a full lineup of 2nd stringers. or half a lineup of 2nd stringers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acid-Tone Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 One positive from the game: new guys Crepeau and Vitoria played well. Bekker continues to mystify everyone as to why he gets on the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkguy Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 3 minutes ago, canucklefan said: I saw a starting XI missing 2-3 players that should start against Mexico in March. Not a B team IMO. Definitely more than two. Borjan, Hutchinson, Edgar, Hoilett.. Plus you've got guys returning from injury who have barely played... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 crepeau solidifies his spot as the third keeper for wcq. this camp was a success! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklefan Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 If we can add Arfield for the rest of the WCQ, I'm confident we'll go the Hex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada1 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Thanks King1010. There are atleast 5 players that will make a huge difference. How do you respond to one's Comments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 4 minutes ago, Soccerpro said: That was hard to watch. We were pinned in our box the whole 2nd half. Junior Hoilett+Atiba Hutchinson = our whole team throw in arfield and hopefully we can pot a goal and steal some points Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floortom Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 7 minutes ago, El Hombre said: Never will I understand posts like these. So you don't think the US was clearly superior? They created quality chances all night - did we even get a shot on goal?? I mran, if that ends a draw the US is disappointed and Canada is estacitc. They outplayed us in every facet. Period Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrenaline11 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 If we had conceded in the 10th minute instead of the 89th, nobody would be saying that this was a shit performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 5 minutes ago, canucklefan said: I saw a starting XI missing 2-3 players that should start against Mexico in March. Not a B team IMO. Yea but those 3 players are Hutchinson, Hoilett and Arfield (come at me). Arguably our 3 best players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada1 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Having problems responding to comments. Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 does this loss mean no more russia for us???!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 2 minutes ago, nolbertos said: i don't know why Canada is so afraid to attack or why they pass back to the goalkeepers?? I initially thought it was Russell Tiebert flaw but have seen it many times for Canada. Don't know if rhe kids are taught to be conservative or pass it back, but that has got to stop moving forward in the academies. I really hope Kyle Bekker isn't called up anynore. Time and time again all attacks die with him or he fucks up making a short pass, when it should be long, etc.. The USA is now definitely miles ahead of us. Doubt we'll ever catch up to their level of skill, even if we had a domestic league. The only bright spot was our goalie saving our bacon. Time and time again, Canada trains great goalkeepers. I really hope TFC, VWFC or IMFC have an amazing No. 10 player in the youth ranks. This player selection might not get us to the Hex anytime soon. Tiebert used to be the opposite imo. It was changing him to DM that screwed him. You could see how conflicted he was in wanting to run and pass forward but instead passing back or sideways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koolvid Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 7 minutes ago, El Hombre said: Bull. That's just you and Floortom racing to be the first to say "I told you so." I don't understand "setting my bias aside". I am not a "neutral" nor will I ever be for a Canada game. You can assume what you want but the fact remains in my earlier statement. Any poster not clouded by bias knows the result was deserved. Hilarious to even argue it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegan Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 We didn't play bad honestly. Shame we conceded that late but it's a lesson learned. Bekker, Ledgerwood and Henry noticeably weakened us when they came on. Bekker just doesn't cut it, like I can really see why Floro and co. like him I REALLY can, I'm sure he's phenomenal in training he's technical and great with both feet. The problem is he has loads of ability clearly but he's just one of those guys that can't do it in a match when it matters... simple. We have tons of players that can pass it back to the keeper.. remember one step above, "when in doubt kick it out" is "when in doubt pass it back".. that's the calibre of the average Canadian player. Bekker isn't one of those players but he is also useless going the other way 90% of the time. I can see why Floro "believes" in him and he's smart to do so because we could use his "potential", but I don't think he'll see time in a WCQ if we're healthy. Vitoria was impressive, save for his defending on Altidore on the goal but at the same time Henry should have done better to cover his flank and close down the cross... too easy. Impressed by: De Guzman, Larin, Akindele and honestly De Jong, damn he put in a few nice challenges I didn't know he had it in him. After that performance by Akindele I can't see how Ricketts starts ahead of him, or even Issey who was pretty good. He showed really well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklefan Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 3 minutes ago, king1010 said: hutchinson, edgar, hoilett, borjan, potentially arfield, ricketts, jakovic depends what you classify as a B team. a full lineup of 2nd stringers. or half a lineup of 2nd stringers I was thinking of Hutch, Hoilett and Borjan. For the rest, there's a not a player that we can call a significant upgrade. I hope we see Arfield soon. It would be a significant upgrade too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floortom Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Bekker was fine. Not sure why he's being scapegoated here and I'm not even a Bekker fan The midfield was pathetic. No ability to create chances or linkup with attackers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian B. Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Same scenario again and again and again and again and again and again, etc. What do I expect for the next game? Same scenario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acid-Tone Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 3 minutes ago, Keegan said: Vitoria was impressive, save for his defending on Altidore on the goal but at the same time Henry should have done better to cover his flank and close down the cross... too easy. Vitoria was at the front post. Not his fault at all. Adekugbe was the one one who went up with Jozy. Straith was the one who should've been there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada1 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Mexico is a fantastic possessional team so we will absolutely need Hutch Hoillet Edgar Borjan and hopefully Arfield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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