Everton Banter Archive April 19 2015

19 Apr 2015 18:05:08
I can't believe Haines is not taking penalties 15 out 16 is fantastic record and I still think he is no 1 from the spot if he ain't on pitch then Lukaku takes this is basic management that should not be a problem luckly did not cost us like last time but if burnley would of scored to draw match then this issue would of cost us 5 pts in prem so far this season too many pts to chuck away in this league over simple matter, it clearly looks from outside like its the players choosing, nip it in the bud Martinez let Baines then Lukaku and who ever next penalty shoot outs are erelevent

19 Apr 2015 21:38:52
100% agreed. even in sunday league football you know your penalty taker before the team walks on the pitch. And if one has scored 15 from 16, then he is obviously the taker. Unless of course someone else has scored 16 out of 16.

20 Apr 2015 09:28:39
It's often stated that Baines's defensive capabilities are not the best yet his set piece's and penalties, coupled with his assists make him the player he is recognised for, take away the latter and he is not a better left back option than Garbutt!

19 Apr 2015 14:38:02
What do other fans think of Benteke coming to Everton in the event Lukaku leaves in the Summer. Tim Sherwood obviously putting Benteke in the window but talking price up to 23 m. Overpriced. They are a like for like player.

19 Apr 2015 16:18:51
No their not, benteke is, was, could still be better at holding it up then lukaku but not at running at people and isn't as quick but is better in the air. But benteke is injury prone and not consistent enough.

19 Apr 2015 20:28:54
Good player, knows where the net is and seems to work hard for his team. That said, if he was to leave Villa then I think it will be for a team in the champs league. Swan, bit unfair to label him injury prone. He had a few niggling injuries, most players do at the top level, and suffered a bad one last season that kept him out of the world cup. He's come back from that just as strong I reckon

20 Apr 2015 07:18:05
Benteke would be a good striking partner WITH Lukaku, that would concern a few defences. If they don't ask they won't know if Benteke wants to leave for Champions league, but if Everton signed him plus another CB and GK they would soon be in with the existing squad.

19 Apr 2015 08:35:07
Evertonians, video of Everton fan who travelled from South Africa to watch Everton for the first time.

https://youtu.be/fO3SDHxMqpU

Brilliant, and just what footballs about.

19 Apr 2015 12:58:20
Brought a tear to my Eye. Mad Crazy Everton supporter who is dying to get to Goodison Park and watch the greatest Club ever. You guys who watch them every week live are the luckiest supporters ever and I envy you.

{Ed025's Note - well said aussie, we just need a little bit of success now mate to put a top hat on it..

19 Apr 2015 09:52:46
So the Mirror are suggesting that McCarthy is the next out of the club as we have not met his expectations. According to the online article it is only due to his form that we have moved away from relegation and now he is looking elsewhere.

19 Apr 2015 14:27:21
That will be why Martinez is so keen on Tom Cleverly. Getting him in on a free to replace McCarthy

19 Apr 2015 07:46:51
Can someone explain why we have dragged our heals over a new contract for mccarthey? Major mistake in my opinion

19 Apr 2015 18:04:06
Yes. Bad man management.

19 Apr 2015 01:53:53
Another clean sheet. We actually tried some offensive pressure. Okay, usually once pass too many leading to a giveaway, but still better.

Sign Lennon. Keep Super Kev. Let Barkley the Bear roam. Great defense, but guys, just shoot the ball. Barry did well defensively.

Our corners never seem to work. Garbutt seemed to have some velocity.

We can make the top half. the advantage of no Europa is more time to focus on the domestic cups.

RM will be here another a year so let's try to be positive.