AVB kills off critics

[Wilson 358]

Well done AVB! Never doubted you, great result at home to Valencia. Also got to give credit to Didier Drogba, fucking magnificent! Mata aswell was brilliant. The only thing I don't approve of in that game was bringing Mikel on, we really need to get rid of that boy.

CAREFREE!!

[CHOULO19 24,332]

Actually the Mikel sub. was a crucial one because we were losing the midfield battle every time. Putting in Mikel allowed us to keep the ball after winning it which eventually led to us getting the third goal and killing off the game.

But I totally agree with you about the importance of that win especially emotionally and psychologically for the players, not to mention shutting every one up about how AVB is going to get sacked.

By the words of the great AVB "Today we gave everyone a slap in the face."

[manpe 10,861]

The Mikel sub was very good... we could have easily conceded if it wasn't for that tactical substitution. Valencia were starting to find a way into our box and having 2 DM-s prevented that further.

[Wilson 358]

I can understand why you say the sub was important, we had to hold the midfield and take control. However any player could play our CDM role, just never had anyone on the bench (except Mikel ofcourse). I would have preferred Meireles or Ramires to play that role, Mikel is useless. We don't need him, we have better options! Get rid of him, he won't be missed.

[manpe 10,861]

That's harsh. I thought he did okay yesterday.

[True_Blue 469]

We will regret the day Mikel leaves,people don't appreciate his good games they just remember when he fucked up.

[CHOULO19 24,332]

He is not, by far, our best player, but I can name very few players in the world that are more consistent and reliable than Mikel.

[Clevemayer 764]

well done chulo and true_blue

these guys are somhow mostly morrons when it comes down to mikel... really gutted when I see them talk like that about an FUCK'N 24 Year old Lad while they give ramy credit for.... mainly for running fast.... lets be honest I've learned to love ramy but he is exactly what I said... a avarage Player that blossoms when the rest of the Players on the pitch are blowing out of there last holes...

and when it comes to running

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And right NOW they'll come out saying "At least ramy can develop because hes 24..." and they don't even realize thats the same Age as Mikels... and they then don't realize how good and reliable Mikel is for his age in that spot...

[daBlackMamba7 174]

well done chulo and true_blue

these guys are somhow mostly morrons when it comes down to mikel... really gutted when I see them talk like that about an FUCK'N 24 Year old Lad while they give ramy credit for.... mainly for running fast.... lets be honest I've learned to love ramy but he is exactly what I said... a avarage Player that blossoms when the rest of the Players on the pitch are blowing out of there last holes...

and when it comes to running

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And right NOW they'll come out saying "At least ramy can develop because hes 24..." and they don't even realize thats the same Age as Mikels... and they then don't realize how good and reliable Mikel is for his age in that spot...

Good one there Clevemayer....Everybody seem to forget Mikel's age all of a sudden, and they dont realize that it is because of his reliability that they sudden think of him as a veteran and criticize him like he is Maka......I will say he is one of few hype youngsters that have actually made it in the Chelsea first time, give him some credit its not like we are talking about the never improving Kalou....Mikel was converted from his natural position and he is still this reliable, i am not trying to undermine Romeu in anyway that boy is pure class....But give Mikel some damn credit, he is only 24 for crying out loud....

[GodZola 630]

well done chulo and true_blue

these guys are somhow mostly morrons when it comes down to mikel...

& it really gets up my goat when I see post like this disrespecting people because they share a different view to your own! Others have gone as far to say that 'people have no footballing intellect' when having a pessimistic view on Mikel, when infact they have no right to say that at all especially when they have no idea of a persons background in football.

Now I warned you last season about Mikel's deficiencies but namely he would get caught out against quick thinking players especially those with pace - what happened against Liverpool in the league game? Romeu has showed me more in his short tenure than Mikel ever has but I would still urge some caution towards being over optimistic as things can change but Romeu really looks the part.

That said I will always give praise where it is due & Mikel done well when he came on yesterday, assured cameo but perhaps the fact he has had his nose put out of joint by a younger more hungry player then it may inspire him to improve his game. Fair play to him for having a good attitude & not throwing his toys out of the pram, top reaction.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

& it really gets up my goat when I see post like this disrespecting people because they share a different view to your own! Others have gone as far to say that 'people have no footballing intellect' when having a pessimistic view on Mikel, when infact they have no right to say that at all especially when they have no idea of a persons background in football.

Now I warned you last season about Mikel's deficiencies but namely he would get caught out against quick thinking players especially those with pace - what happened against Liverpool in the league game? Romeu has showed me more in his short tenure than Mikel ever has but I would still urge some caution towards being over optimistic as things can change but Romeu really looks the part.

That said I will always give praise where it is due & Mikel done well when he came on yesterday, assured cameo but perhaps the fact he has had his nose put out of joint by a younger more hungry player then it may inspire him to improve his game. Fair play to him for having a good attitude & not throwing his toys out of the pram, top reaction.

No matter how many times we explain this, we'll always be seen as haters

Mikel is useful for games where the tempo needs be slowed down & where we need to play more defensive. Like last night when 3-0 up and not needing any hiccups. More often, than not, Romeu is much more effective because of his fast pace, no nonsense tackling & good read of the game. The type who will break down the opposition attack & kick start our own.

Mikel was useful for the style of Ancelotti & co. For Villas-Boas, not so much.

[GodZola 630]

No matter how many times we explain this, we'll always be seen as haters

Mikel is useful for games where the tempo needs be slowed down & where we need to play more defensive. Like last night when 3-0 up and not needing any hiccups. More often, than not, Romeu is much more effective because of his fast pace, no nonsense tackling & good read of the game. The type who will break down the opposition attack & kick start our own.

Mikel was useful for the style of Ancelotti & co. For Villas-Boas, not so much.

I have no problem with fans/members disagreeing with me - that's fine, its just so annoying when they have to resort to name calling when its totally uncalled for. I could understand a little if they can justify their opinion with a creditable post but generally they can't & just dismiss your views with ignorance.

I've maintained my views about Mikel since the day I registered here & have said many times that I would eat a very large piece of humble pie if he proves me wrong, what I have noticed is there is a distinct change of opinion on Mikel on this forum now to the one I first encountered on here which sort of vindicated my opinion then (& our view now - still! lol) My views have been the same regarding Maloulda, Bosingwa & to a lesser extent Kalou as I have never considered them top quality but it is just my opinion.

I concur with your analysis regarding Mikel & would add that he is useful in games such as last night when we have less possession, also when we play sides like Stoke as his strength & height come into play too.

[YankinBlue42 72]

I almost stood up and cheered when I heard AVB after the Valencia game taunt the press by saying "tomorrow you will have to write about a great Chelsea win."

Fucking brilliant.

[Henrique 9,133]

He deserved the critics, If he doesnt realize that its because he is an idiot.

[Sheva. 5,373]

I almost stood up and cheered when I heard AVB after the Valencia game taunt the press by saying "tomorrow you will have to write about a great Chelsea win."

Fucking brilliant.

Best part, and the grin at the end - golden