EZE

[BromleyMonkey]

FFS, Eze doesn't defend, he is a No 10 playing in a No 11 role, he is our only player with the skill and ability to create and score like he does, its not his fault Glasner plays him out of position, best sell him for 20m and then see what he does in the No 10 role in a 4-2-3-1, when you only play 3 attacking players, there isnt many making runs, if he makes a run, nobody can pass without Wharton. outside the 3 attacking players. it was the trio of Eze, Olise and Wharton that why we jelled, sadly 2 out of 3 missing is bad.

You keep saying about glasners system and Eze being out of position, but sometimes a player just simply has to give a bit more. With his creative ability he should be showing a lot more, looking at him coming off the pitch at the end of games these day, can you honestly say there’s a player who’s given his all for the shirt?

 

[Teddy Eagle]

Eze, like Doucoure, ruptured his achilles heel and required an 18 month recovery period.
For Doucoure, I would suggest he is still recovering.
But are we being slightly misled on this subject?
Im not convinced that anybody makes a 100% mental and physical recovery.
In Eze's case, last season showed a player who appeared to have overcome the injury, but this season there has been a noticeable negative change in his performances.
Not forgetting he has also subsequently suffered hamstring injuries.
Im not saying he is a crock, but I do think we expect too much too soon from bad injuries.
If we are lucky, maybe Eze needs more time to restore to his former fitness.
In Doucoure's case I would say definitely not there yet.
Be patient with our boys. They are both very valuable assets.

It's a good point about their injuries. Players react differently to long term injuries and he may well be suffering some sort of knock on effect.
Personally I don't really care about his shortcomings when he can make a huge difference to a game with a bit of skill that only he is capable of providing. Of course it'd be great to see him doing it more consistently but his sort of skilful player is a large part of the appeal of football to me otherwise I'd be content watching park players.

 

[Lanzo-Ad]

You keep saying about glasners system and Eze being out of position, but sometimes a player just simply has to give a bit more. With his creative ability he should be showing a lot more, looking at him coming off the pitch at the end of games these day, can you honestly say there’s a player who’s given his all for the shirt?

Doesn't happen, and it will not happen, you have to decide if he is good enough to abandon your principles and switch style, which will not happen, so you accept his faults, or get rid of him and get someone with his skill and a work ethic, good luck with that, Pep has ruined Grealish trying too

 

[rikz]

You keep saying about glasners system and Eze being out of position, but sometimes a player just simply has to give a bit more. With his creative ability he should be showing a lot more, looking at him coming off the pitch at the end of games these day, can you honestly say there’s a player who’s given his all for the shirt?

I'm more worried about his passing than his effort, it's been terrible all season but take him out of our team and there's not much to get excited about, for all his shortcomings, he's the one player who gets you out your seat and can do something. Lacks so much to his game I'd be shocked if a big club is still interested in him tho

 

[Lanzo-Ad]

Why is it the 100% effort players never get slagged off for there lack of ability.

 

[dreamwaverider]

I feel like Eze’s drop in form is not just related to Olise going but Wharton being injured. Once Wharton returns and gives the ball quickly to Eze while he is facing the opposition I think we will see the fully effective Eze return.

As others have said he is not effective playing with his back to goal. Wharton and Hughes make an excellent and creative midfield and release the ball in the right areas. Sarr will excel with Wharton back as well

Agree with all of this. Big question is When?
Looks like Wharton is going to need quite a while getting match fit once he is over his injury. Could easily be March/April.

 

[CPFCSaturn]

Why is it the 100% effort players never get slagged off for there lack of ability.

Because effort is a matter of choice, ability is not.

 

[silvertop]

Agree with all of this. Big question is When?
Looks like Wharton is going to need quite a while getting match fit once he is over his injury. Could easily be March/April.

And I agree with all of this.

 

[tshepp897]

Why is it the 100% effort players never get slagged off for there lack of ability.

I'm not sure that is entirely true. Tyrick seems to get his fair share of stick for not being Roberto Carlos - You can rarely fault his effort.

 

[doombear]

Eze says he is now fully fit and is looking to get back to his best. Let's see if he can begin to do that.

On the issue of his being a number 10, he's one of 2 number 10s in Glasner's system NOT someone playing out on the wing. I know Munoz is more attacking than Mitchell but they were the same two players at wing-back at the end of last season when Eze had no problem playing one of the twin number 10 roles alongside his mate Olise. The idea he can only play as a central number 10 behind the striker needs to be knocked on the head.

I agree with those who say that one of his biggest problems has been his poor passing this season often putting us under pressure with either sloppy passes or silly flicks when the situation called for a simple pass.

He needs to man-up.

Having said all that, he's the one player in our team with the ability to turn a game in a moment and that's why he'll remain in our 1st XI.

 

[Palacesince64]

I’ll caveat what I’m about to write by stating that I like the guy and want to see him do well for Palace and himself.

But….I’m weary of the litany of excuses for his consistent underperforming. “ He doesn’t fit the system, he’s missing Olise ( aren’t we all ), it’s Mitchell’s fault , it will be better when Whartons back “ etc etc.

Ultimately he is responsible for his performance. Constantly losing possession and giving lazy passes to the opposition is down to him. Those are basics and he should be doing better at those as a minimum.

Look at the chances he’s missed this season - that has nothing to do with anything other than his own performance levels.

I really want him to rediscover his form. We know what he’s capable of. But he’s not doing himself justice at the moment

Well said. Agree totally!

 

[Willo]

Eze says he is now fully fit and is looking to get back to his best. Let's see if he can begin to do that.

On the issue of his being a number 10, he's one of 2 number 10s in Glasner's system NOT someone playing out on the wing. I know Munoz is more attacking than Mitchell but they were the same two players at wing-back at the end of last season when Eze had no problem playing one of the twin number 10 roles alongside his mate Olise. The idea he can only play as a central number 10 behind the striker needs to be knocked on the head.

I agree with those who say that one of his biggest problems has been his poor passing this season often putting us under pressure with either sloppy passes or silly flicks when the situation called for a simple pass.

He needs to man-up.

Having said all that, he's the one player in our team with the ability to turn a game in a moment and that's why he'll remain in our 1st XI.

I can understand some of the criticism aimed at Eze for his performances this season but he has that certain 'Star Quality', capable of proving moments of real quality and we have benefited from his ability this campaign. I recall the splendid goal against Southampton, the pass to Mateta for the equaliser against Chelsea, and of course the pin-point delivery last night for Guehi's goal.

We would be fearful of him if he was playing for the opposition and I suggest there would be an outcry if he was offered for sale.

 

[MrRobbo]

Doesn't happen, and it will not happen, you have to decide if he is good enough to abandon your principles and switch style, which will not happen, so you accept his faults, or get rid of him and get someone with his skill and a work ethic, good luck with that, Pep has ruined Grealish trying too

It's easy to blame the system. The same system got him in the England squad last season. We are not asking for everything, we're really just asking that he adds something.

Bottom line, his form stinks. Misplaced passes, gets knocked off the ball often, and doesn't have any real fight.

Sarr almost lost the ball before his assist to JPM last night, but (in a fashion simular to Wilf) managed to keep hold of it due to desire. Eze would have got dispossessed there.

 

[CPFCSaturn]

It's easy to blame the system. The same system got him in the England squad last season. We are not asking for everything, we're really just asking that he adds something.

Bottom line, his form stinks. Misplaced passes, gets knocked off the ball often, and doesn't have any real fight.

Sarr almost lost the ball before his assist to JPM last night, but (in a fashion simular to Wilf) managed to keep hold of it due to desire. Eze would have got dispossessed there.

I think Sarr is a great contrast to Eze... he probably doesn't have 50% of the talent/ability, but manages to be considerably more impactful in a lot of games.

 

[Phil’s Barber]

Why is it the 100% effort players never get slagged off for there lack of ability.

They do, Yates (22) at Forest, is a current classic example.

 

[dreamwaverider]

I think Sarr is a great contrast to Eze... he probably doesn't have 50% of the talent/ability, but manages to be considerably more impactful in a lot of games.

Sarr's assist last night to Mateta was superb. Perfectly weighted intelligent ball.

 

[Willo]

They do, Yates (22) at Forest, is a current classic example.

I recall, probably about 5 years go, hearing in Nottingham that Ryan Yates polarised opinions amongst Nottm For supporters at times and that he was appreciated more by his teammates than those who follow the club.
He is certainly a competitor who brings physicality to the midfield.

 

[park the bus]

Sarr's assist last night to Mateta was superb. Perfectly weighted intelligent ball.

A tremendous driving run with a fine ball to set Mateta up. Sarr also played a lovely ball across to Mitchell who was denied by the outstretched hand of their keeper. Interestingly enough, for the Mateta goal Sarr was perfectly central and just drove into the space in front of him, Eze take note.

 

[Toronto_CPFC]

Eze might not be playing at the top of his game and firing in goals left and right but without his assist we would likely be in a much worse place. We all know how he runs cold after injury and often disappears in games which is massively frustrating for the fans and I'm sure the other players however if he's chipping in with an assist or two in games while he's not playing well lets give him a chance to come good again......

 

[rob1969]

Why is it the 100% effort players never get slagged off for there lack of ability.

Fans appreciate a trier - someone who give 105%.
Hughes isn't the most talented player - but most fans love him !