Jonathan David

[Kadenge 2,098]

There is no doubt that the defending in Ligue 1 is way better than in Belgium, but David has had more chances in the last few games than he had previously. He should have at least 3  goals...including the missed penalty. He is playing well now.. it's just a matter of finishing off his chances...I dont think the league is too high for him.

[narduch 2,683]

Lille takes on Lorient today.

Match also on TV5.

 

Edited November 22, 2020 by narduch

[costarg 640]

I call a brace for David today! It’s time.  
 

[Snowcrash 615]

1 hour ago, narduch said:

Lille takes on Lorient today.

Match also on TV5.

 

He looks slimmed down compared to the start of the season.  

[VinceA 672]

I've stopped watching David games until he gets a goal. I just get too sad.

[narduch 2,683]

1 hour ago, VinceA said:

I've stopped watching David games until he gets a goal. I just get too sad.

I was thinking this thread needs a subtitle: Canadian soccer fan torture porn.

[VinceA 672]

31 minutes ago, narduch said:

I was thinking this thread needs a subtitle: Canadian soccer fan torture porn.

I thought they were synonyms already.

[Snowcrash 615]

Looks like Bamba will be starting up front with David today in a 4-4-2 formation.  Galtier said that the pairing looked good in an exhibition scrimmage earlier in the week.  Lille missing lots of players through injuries and suspensions.

[Cheeta 1,747]

1 hour ago, narduch said:

I was thinking this thread needs a subtitle: Canadian soccer fan torture porn.

"I'm sorry, narduch.  The correct answer would be "What is watching Jonathon David's inaugural season at Lille of Ligue 1.  What is.  That incorrect answer costs you $200 and control of the board passes to cheeta."

"Let's continue with Canadian soccer fan torture porn For $300, Alex."

"He took control of The Golden Generation and Canada's Mens National Team without any previous experience managing mens international soccer or coaching a professional  mens side."

"Who is John Herdman?"

"Correct."

"Canadian soccer fan torture porn for $400, Alex."

"While coaching, at the time, Canada's only professional club side he said "We can't win with Canadians." and still kept his job."

"Who is Trader Mo Johnson.  Canadian soccer fan porn for $500."

"DAILY DOUBLE.  For $1,000 cheeta, This player spent his youth developing and training in Canada before continuing his career in Europe and representing a country other than Canada."

"....20 seconds, cheeta........we're running out of time...we need an answer."

 

 

 

"WHAT THE HELL KIND OF QUESTION IS THAT?!  YOU NEED TO NARROW IT DOWN SOME YOU DITZY GHOST!."

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited November 22, 2020 by Cheeta

[N1ckbr0wn 896]

10 mins in and hes looking really hungry.. My gut is telling me he puts at least 1 away today

Edited November 22, 2020 by N1ckbr0wn

[sebdeserio 174]

He's definitely getting more and better chances than usual all we can do is watch and hope

[N1ckbr0wn 896]

Off the post.... Our boy just cant catch a break

[Gian-Luca 3,489]

He looks the part though more than ever though- someone who definitely belongs at this level. The timing and movement of his runs have been superb and those were two of the best taken chances he has had. 

[gator 2,521]

I think he played quite well that half he just needs to get that first one, he is getting so close unfortunate to hit the post instead of scoring! I noticed him being in some very good positions at times and his team mates either ignored him or didn't see him, I haven't watched many of his matches so I'm not sure if this has been a common theme!

[dyslexic nam 9,871]

A few random thoughts:

- by far his most dangerous performance.   He is really linking well with teammates and also showing the sort of individual skills that made him a hot commodity.   Early on he had (I think) three different instances where he turned the defender to get into open space. 
 

- I know he still needs a goal but damn he is playing well.  Even if he doesn’t get one today, the coach has to see the sort of contribution he is making and appreciate it.  I get that strikers need to score goals but he makes them more dangerous.  But that post...
 

- I know it is easier to play well against weaker teams but Lille look absolutely top class in this game.  They are passing well, making runs for each other, and just being dominant.  I suspect this was the “project” that they sold David on when he chose to sign here.  And for anyone who thinks this move was a mistake, I would point to that first half as exhibit A that we may want to reserve judgement on that.  With games like this and their performances in Europe, he clearly joined a team with ambition.  Yes, his development needs to continue being a priority but Lille are clearly a team on the upswing.  

[Kadenge 2,098]

For the first time there is quick combination play between David, Yazici and Bamba.  Very promising development for Lille.

[Gian-Luca 3,489]

Excellent run and assist in 2nd goal

[Aird25 1,256]

He’s playing great, but he’s still squeezing the stick to tight in front of goal 

[Chad_Impact 1,246]

13 minutes ago, Aird25 said:

He’s playing great, but he’s still squeezing the stick to tight in front of goal 

Yup, seems completely devoid of confidence when he has a chance at goal. Other that, doing everything else well. 

Just need one

Edited November 22, 2020 by Chad_Impact

[Gian-Luca 3,489]

A shame he can’t pass the ball to himself for a breakaway. Denied two chances for break aways by crap through balls. And now the French commentators have mistaken him for another black player on another breakaway 

[Gian-Luca 3,489]

At last!

[N1ckbr0wn 896]

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Aird25 1,256]

Hallelujah 

[sebdeserio 174]

YESSSSSSSSS JUST AS I HAD GIVEN UP HOPE

[Cheeta 1,747]

Oh Gawd.  Take me now.