Vince193 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I was hoping for him to keep developing as a winger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beaver Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 10 minutes ago, Vince193 said: I was hoping for him to keep developing as a winger. I sort of feel the same way, but then I realize that the only thing that matters is that he develops into a truly fine talent, perhaps capable of playing anywhere in the mid-field. There is something that reminds me of Wanchope, though certainly not nearly as polished and slick (yet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badname22 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Which wing is Davies better on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 50 minutes ago, badname22 said: Which wing is Davies better on? Seems to be left side. He is a right footer (I think), but has a good left, he can pass with both and cross left, but is more dangerous shooting right. Put him on the right you force him into a crossing winger, which could be okay tactically. Last game he seemed to be on the right side of the middle, but that could have been him moving across. I liked him in the middle too, since it forces him to think both directions, and with a defender in front and no room to run, you have to think. Great for his development IMO. But dominantly, preferably, let's see him starting left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C2SKI Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 2 hours ago, Unnamed Trialist said: Seems to be left side. He is a right footer (I think), but has a good left, he can pass with both and cross left, but is more dangerous shooting right. Put him on the right you force him into a crossing winger, which could be okay tactically. Last game he seemed to be on the right side of the middle, but that could have been him moving across. I liked him in the middle too, since it forces him to think both directions, and with a defender in front and no room to run, you have to think. Great for his development IMO. But dominantly, preferably, let's see him starting left. He's extremely left footed, and has been most effective on the right, when given freedom to cut inside. From what I've seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertuzzi44 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 4 hours ago, The Beaver said: I sort of feel the same way, but then I realize that the only thing that matters is that he develops into a truly fine talent, perhaps capable of playing anywhere in the mid-field. There is something that reminds me of Wanchope, though certainly not nearly as polished and slick (yet). If he turns into a Wanchope that would be amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 2 hours ago, C2SKI said: He's extremely left footed, and has been most effective on the right, when given freedom to cut inside. From what I've seen. I obviously was not clear on this, I'll have to take a look at the kid again. He really does use both feet pretty well, I am basing myself just on watching him live and there you go, I missed his good foot. This video does not show an extreme left foot. But other highlight reels show he does dribble and control with his left, so you are right. But have to say: I can't remember him playing on the right, almost always on the left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoginess Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 Davies with a full 90 minutes for an MLS game in forever. It was a taxing game but clearly showed his age. He was gassed at 70 minutes and could provide much of an outlet. Still was great on the ball when he got it though. Through out the game he again displayed his effortless ability to get passed defenders. Even took two defenders on at once a couple times and made nice plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 He definitely looked gassed at the end. But, you know how to make a 90 minute player? Keep playing him 90 minutes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdman Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 this kid is GOLD. Scored a goal in only his 2nd game. What a start for a 16 year old. edit even better gets a 2nd goal to most likely seal the win and 3 pts. How many Canadians can say their goal ratio is 1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCreamMan Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Watching the Fox Sports post game and they are just in love with Davies, and you know what its hard not to be. All aboard the hypetrain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 So were these goals official or has he still technically not have an international goal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpg75 Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Davies scores 2 goals coming on as a sub for Canada. Man, i guess i was wrong about how to use him... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRM Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 1 minute ago, jpg75 said: Davies scores 2 goals coming on as a sub for Canada. Man, i guess i was wrong about how to use him... Ha ha, good one. Given the number of stoppages in the second half I had a sneaky feeling that he would still be a threat late in the game. His high octane style needs breaks to recharge. So the question now is start him on the 11th or sub with the start on the 14th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegan Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 3 minutes ago, jpg75 said: Davies scores 2 goals coming on as a sub for Canada. Man, i guess i was wrong about how to use him... He started.. burned his man on his touch too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gian-Luca Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Dominic Rich appears to be very excited about Davies as well. I have no idea who he is, but he is excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRM Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Just now, Keegan said: He started.. burned his man on his touch too I think jpg75 was being facetious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUJO Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 First Canadian wonderkid ever? I can't think of any Of course, not all wonderkids become great or even good players, I am not getting ahead of myself maybe hoilett? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I think I said something like this a bunch of pages ago, but it is hard to describe just how happy I am about the whole Davies situation. An amazing footy talent who was an immigrant kid, who came to Canada along with what seems like a great family, developed his footy skills here in Canada, is appreciative for the opportunities he got, has massive potential (the kind that is unprecedented in the CMNT), and he chose us and seems proud to do so. I don't know if Alphonso and the other players read these threads, but if so: Thank you. You have made a whole bunch of us immensely happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoginess Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 The most fun part of watching Davies over the past year is that every game it seems like he starts doing something he just couldn't do before. I don't think I'd really ever seen Davies time a header well, tonight he was up there challenging and even winning some! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolbertos Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 If Davies can carry this team to a GC semi, I think he can convince Tabla to join the Nats. Costa Rica with No Waston or Bolaños should be less formidable now hopefully. Against Honduras I'd put Davies, Cavallini up top, to keep the Honduran defence honest and not moe up as Honduran defenders love attacking too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I wonder if any of the 6 people in the stadium were scouts. For a kid apparently being tracked by some bigger teams, you have to think those 2 goals warrant a bit of attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoginess Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 My hope is, and I know this is asking A LOT, that Davies becomes just ever so slightly better than Pulisic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One American Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 He's such a smooth accelerator. Deceptive speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob.notenboom Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 12 minutes ago, One American said: He's such a smooth accelerator. Deceptive speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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