Willian

[nyikolajevics 2,599]

7 minutes ago, Essien19 said:

Fit or fat, what do you guys think?!
I for one would call that fit.

 

FAKE

[Captain Ahmed 528]

CopaAmerica-Willian

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Welcome to #CopaRank, a weeklong look at the top 25 players we expect to see at the Copa America Centenario. Over 50 ESPN FC experts and writers from around the globe voted, and we're rolling out the results right up to opening day, U.S. vs. Colombia, on Friday.

Why is Willian in the top 25?
Willian was a bright spot in an otherwise disastrous season for Chelsea. The Brazilian attacker was the most consistent player on the attacking end for the Blues, showing off his talents to the tune of five goals and four assists in 35 appearances. Energetic and willing, the Brazilian made a habit of scoring goals from free kicks. With the ball at his feet in open play, Willian's game is built on a remarkable explosiveness paired with strong technical skills. That means he leaves a lot of defenders grasping for air as he blows by on his way to goal.

What the experts say about Willian:
This year, in a difficult year (for Chelsea), he has been working very hard with his natural ability. When they defend and sacrifice themselves, he has the attitude to do so. That's why he is already, and can be in the future, a key player for this club." - Former Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink.

"He is gifted with talent, his feet are like hands! He can do anything with his feet so it is nice to see him play. He does whatever you want him to do. Normally a player has the tendency to stick with his talents but what I know -- not just here but in other work I've done with him -- is he is open to work on other things." - Hiddink

Career highlight:
Willian made 36 appearances, scoring twice and providing three assists in Chelsea's Premier League title-winning year of 2014-15. The Brazilian was a favorite of former manager Jose Mourinho, who valued not only Willian's attacking abilities, but his workrate, industry, and defensive contribution. The title season was Willian's best by a wide margin after making the move to Chelsea from Russian side Anzhi.

Stat of the season:
Willian was responsible for four of the 12 total free kick goals in the Champions League this season.

What next for Willian after the Copa America Centenario?
Even as the engines warm up for the Copa America tournament, Willian's name is being bandied about as a possible target of some big name clubs across Europe. The latest is a rumor that Manchester United could come in for the Brazilian, presumably because new boss Jose Mourinho would very much enjoy a reunion with the winger.

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[It's too big 625]

If he could add double the goals and assists to his game, he would be up there with the best of em. He has very good technical ability. 

[cfcs most wanted 657]

He has a great defensive side, he can easily partner with Kennedy to give us a good defensive plus attacking left wing (Hazard can play on the right with Azpi).

[Chelsea4 1,521]

Antonio Conte: "In Neymar absence Willian is the reference of Brazilian football. His progress has been incredible."

 

[Captain Ahmed 528]

Ecuador vs Brazil -Willian

 

[cfcs most wanted 657]

People are again on with that weight thing. Get a life people!!!

[Gilvorak 3,734]

Exposed at the Copa. Toothless player.

[Strike 7,265]

Out of Copa America. Take rest Willian

[Despiadado.Maleante 1,046]

Hope his just a squad player next year...

[Stats 7,060]

1 hour ago, Gilvorak said:

Exposed at the Copa. Toothless player.

I know. Oscar should have been called up to the squad and his magic would have got Brazil through. How could Brazil leave a future Ballon D'or contender out the squad right?

[kellzfresh 7,229]

Wow, I just realized that Brazil has been knocked out in the group stage

I guess Neymar was practically carrying the team of average players 

[Special Juan 27,454]

I mean people keep making 4 years of excuses up for Oscar so let's make something up for Willian.....Maybe he was tired after more or less carrying a team full absolute shite all season eh!!

[Superblue 6,372]

This Oscar/Willian stuff is such bollocks!

I can understand the argument that Oscar has more upside than Willian. I think he's a technically better player, I just don't think his game is fully suited to English football. I think he would thrive in a slightly slower, more tactical league.

Willian's strengths of pace, work rate, directness though perfectly suit English football, which is why I think he is definitely the better fit for Chelsea. That doesn't necessarily mean he's the better player.

Can't we all just fucking move on though...

 

[FabHazard 655]

5 hours ago, Stats said:

I know. Oscar should have been called up to the squad and his magic would have got Brazil through. How could Brazil leave a future Ballon D'or contender out the squad right?

Oscar is atleast better than lucas lima ...Fucking joke he gets to play over oscar

[WNDS 502]

10 hours ago, Gilvorak said:

Exposed at the Copa. Toothless player.

Totally. It's not as if he has 2 goals and 3 assists in 6 games in World Cup Qualification against these same teams.

He also played fairly well in the first two games of this tournament. Against Peru, he could have done a bit more if Dani Alves actually, you know, bothered passing to him; the only occasions when he received the ball from Alves were when Alves literally had no other choice.

[JaKstone 307]

5 hours ago, WNDS said:

Totally. It's not as if he has 2 goals and 3 assists in 6 games in World Cup Qualification against these same teams.

He also played fairly well in the first two games of this tournament. Against Peru, he could have done a bit more if Dani Alves actually, you know, bothered passing to him; the only occasions when he received the ball from Alves were when Alves literally had no other choice.

Implying he would have even scored if Dani Alves passed to him. He can't even assist or score against Haiti. It still baffles me when some say this guy carried us last season. Lol

Squad player should be the maximum next season but we all know he will be a starter..

[kmk108 1,186]

9 hours ago, kellzfresh said:

Wow, I just realized that Brazil has been knocked out in the group stage

I guess Neymar was practically carrying the team of average players 

Brazil left a total of 6 players out of the squad. It was far from their strongest lineup.