08 Apr 2019 00:10:21
I have criticized Silva in the past especially after the Newcastle game but the games since that collapse have shown that we have the right idea going forward we just need the right personnel.

When evaluating the season based on what was inherited and what Silva and Brands have brought in I can say I see a major difference. Bernard started slowly and barely started but that was mainly because he had no pre season after being out with injury but now with fitness levels better and a run in the team we are finally seeing what he is all about. Zouma has been a rock and will take some doing to keep him permanent. Mina, looks injury prone and a modern day Woodgate, so that's a minus.

Digne, his stats back this up and that is that he is the he best lb in the league atm for crosses, chances created and possession won, Gomes, don't need to highlight this as it's plain to see what he brings, then there is Richarlison, who has his faults with his play acting but he is still young and learning this league, remember Ronaldo was the same and look at how he turned out.

So these signings have improved us and our style of football regardless of if we finish the same place as last season or not and if this blueprint is used as the template going forward than we will see the right personnel and finally the right, modern way of playing football. It took our neighbours 3 years to implement their managers style of play and it ain't harmed them so why not have the same patience and see how far our current set up can take us with the right backing.

I ain't against Silva anymore I see what I believed and read when we appointed him and that's a good coach with a good footballing philosophy and most of all dedication. Let's have it right we ain't going to win the league next season but if we carry the early season and last 4 games form into next season we can certainly ruffle some feathers of the supposed top 6.

1.) 08 Apr 2019
08 Apr 2019 07:49:12
Excellent post bluegray.

2.) 08 Apr 2019
08 Apr 2019 10:43:34
I am with you mate. Too many were writing him off but the players he signed are the ones now making a difference. When you think of the money that top 4 clubs have thrown at their squads over the last 10 years, Silva has done amazing to get us anywhere near their standard in half a season!