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[The only place to be 11,313]

Remember how bluntly I put the fact that Schurrle is rather shit? Yeah. Don't look like such an idiot now

Yay for you. At least you're not getting on the back of a player after just two pre-season matches....you were well into that before he even pulled on the shirt.

[jan 14]

we all have seen them struggling with the last 2 pitches

the 3th isn't going to be better.

hopefully the pitches in the usa are in better condition and we see better combinations and better games.

[Leif 6,006]

So I say he's shit BEFORE he (Schurrle) arrives after watching him all season last year, and the "you're judging him on 2 games" comes out by the very people saying he's still a good purchase after seeing only those 2 games? If I shouldn't judge a player which as a football fan I have every right to do, then you very people don't have the right to say he's a good purchase.

"Lack of match fitness" is not an excuse for his 2 games so far. First of all, Ivanovic, Chalobah, Cole, Wallace, Essien, Van Ginkel, Kalas, Bertrand, De Bruyne and so-on aren't suffering from this mythical idea that footballers don't move an inch when the season ends.

Secondly, it's his decision making I bashed before he moved here and that I'm bashing (or at least probably going to) again now. Always attempting the shot when he should pass, never taking on a defender - cutting in every time, giving away a foul but having it overlooked 'because he has a high workrate'.

The fact of the matter is, if you haven't watched Schurrle before it's probably wisest to just sit tight and keep your lips shut and reserve judgement before spewing that rubbish that I'm being unfair towards him. Not everything in football is roses and pretty colours. If someone is bluntly shit it should be stated so. Just trying to keep some people grounded after the whole Marin transfer.

It's no coincidence I believe that it's the people who believe our current strike force is enough for next season or believe that Sturridge (basically Schurrle but English) was the greatest thing since sliced bread are the ones delusional over this transfer.

Also, a note: If we're not supposed to judge players during Pre-Season, why do managers constantly use it to ease the headache of who starts the first game of the season?

If we're not supposed to judge players during Pre-Season, why has there been a complete wank-fest in the De Bruyne thread? Don't be fickle. Either all players can be judged both positively/negatively or no players can be judged at all - which would be lunacy as a football fan.

That was so long.

[Heisenberg 1,824]

Leif lacks a bit of experience, when Schurrle becomes a very good winger I hope you'll say "I was wrong".

[The only place to be 11,313]

That was so long.

Yep.

Personally I'm going to reserve judgment and support the lad as he gets used to a new system. Getting on his back after two games to prove that I won the internet argument about signing him really isn't what I associate with supporting Chelsea, but whatever floats your boat.

[NishC300 1,865]

Didn't see the game unfortunately. If anyone could hook me up with a link to extended highlights or the full game I'd be grateful.

And for NiclasCFC

http://www.footballorgin.com/2013/07/pre-season-friendly-match-indonesia-xi_21.html?showComment=1374458488300

[The Skipper 20,593]

Remember how bluntly I put the fact that Schurrle is rather shit? Yeah. Don't look like such an idiot now

LOL yeah 90 minutes of pre season and he's suddenly "rather shit". Absolutely shocking how people can deduce something like that after two meaningless games.

Like I said before about so many things, I'd rather take Jose's and Emelano's judgement over yours.

[The Skipper 20,593]

And for NiclasCFC

http://www.footballorgin.com/2013/07/pre-season-friendly-match-indonesia-xi_21.html?showComment=1374458488300

Thanks for that mate. I've watched it already now though .

[NiclasCFC 2,582]

And for NiclasCFC

http://www.footballorgin.com/2013/07/pre-season-friendly-match-indonesia-xi_21.html?showComment=1374458488300

Cheers mate!

[Coop 114]

Preseason is weird. Some players are in better condition than others, and some are in different situations than others. A player like Hazard just strolls across the pitch because he doesn't really have much to prove, while KDB is giving his all to get into the starting 11.

Those players who haven't been doing well could still end up playing a vital part during the regular season, and vice versa.

Kevin is always playing like this man.

Belgium started winning games when he was playing.

Kevin is a big talent, i think he has as much talent as Hazard but in an other way.

The progression he made the last 2 years is unbelievable.

He will be a key player this season.

[NishC300 1,865]

Thanks for that mate. I've watched it already now though .

oh well...

[The Rising Sun 709]

Bottom line is that Schurrle in pre season, hasnt done even one memorable thing as yet, which is hugely disappointing.

I have been more impressed by every other player coming to chelsea except him atm.

He is here now, and i will support him as much as any other player, but atm im sceptical and hope he proves me wrong.

Nothing would make me happier to be wrong.