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Discussion in 'Newcastle United' started by NufcBano, Aug 9, 2011.

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  1. Donkey Toon

    Donkey Toon Active Member

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    Oo I double dare him!
     
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  2. NufcBano

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    Yes I know that. But I was being specific in Carroll, Nolan and Barton epitomised these traits.

    ive changed the article accordingly...
     
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  3. Mod Face

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    Welcome to Newcastle lads!
     
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  4. Sir Bobby

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    I don't think we're lacking grit and determination. I think we lack someone to give people a kick up the arse to make sure they give everything. It's very easy to drop off in a game if you're not 100% motivated and, unless Barton can step up or Cabaye can fill that role, then I think we're a player away from fulfilling our potential
     
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  5. Leon Bessi

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    best is irish
     
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  6. I'm With Colo

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    One could argue that 'grit' does as much harm as good for Barton and Carroll. And Nolan has to rely on his grit and determination to compensate for his relative lack of skill and pace. Yes, there were matches the team's determination saved them, but often that was when they showed a complete lack of skill, pace, or creativity. Personally I'd prefer a squad that has the skill and creativity in the first place.

    Plus like everyone's said, there's still plenty of size, toughness, and dedication in the players remaining.
     
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  7. Smudger

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    He's not, just qualifies to play for them on a technicality.
     
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  8. Grem1983

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    Born in Nottingham has British passport!
     
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  9. Amnesiac

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    Pretty sure that's why he was always injured, He doesn't do 'effort'
     
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  10. Gutierrez's Right Boot

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    Full name Leon Julian Brendan Best[1]
    Date of birth 19 September 1986 (age 24)
    Place of birth Nottingham, England
     
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  11. Cal.

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    Va chier.
     
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  12. The Wilde one

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    Can you stop advertising your blog?

    At first i found it brave, roguish, sincere. But now it's persistent, ignorant and boring. Please stop.

    It wouldn't be so bad if it was interesting or well written but it's neither. Quallity not quantity mate.
     
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  13. Lucaaas

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    I do think there's a difference in mentality between some areas though. The Eastern European, German, Scandinavian, African and British players are much more ready to put their body on the lines unlike Latin, French and other such countries. Although there are exceptions to both cases.
     
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  14. Smudger

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    Just but the blog link in your signature, then people dont get sick of you putting it in your articles <ok>
     
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  15. The Secret Ingredient

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    give me skill and technical ability over grit and workmanlike any day
     
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  16. Sir Bobby

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    People seem to think that you can either play with 11 technical players or 11 gritty players. There is another option: a mix. We're edging towards that middle ground. And good for us. If we sign a good striker with determination, we're there :D
     
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  17. Ameobi's Lollipops

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    Agreed. Any fan could show more passion than most players pulling on the shirt, but it isn't going to help any when you're no good at actually playing football.
     
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  18. overseasTOON

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    Flaired grit is the future.
     
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  19. The Wilde one

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    Examples of 'flaired grit' are...

    Barton
    Kanchelskis
    Ketsbaia
     
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  20. NufcBano

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    there was actually a compliment in that as well....arrogance is good. :D
     
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