Diego Costa

[DYC. 7,542]

The new manager has liked what he has seen in training so far, and while he knows from his own experiences that emotion can play a big part in sport, he hopes the striker can return to top form by concentrating on what he does best.

‘I've worked with Diego Costa a few days, and in the past I've seen him on television a few times,’ says Hiddink.

‘From what I experienced in the last few days, and I must also take into consideration the last game he played against Sunderland, he was in control.

‘He was focused more on what he is hired for here, and that is to help to score or to assist and not going into other things. I think he was well controlled when I experienced him in the last days. I cannot have any complaints about him.

‘He's an emotional guy,’ continues the manager. ‘A long time ago, I was captain of my team and the manager substituted me at half-time. I wasn’t used to that. I thought I'd performed but I threw off my armband and threw it at him.

‘It was also an emotional reaction born of frustration. It was a sign of frustration. Sportsmen, even though they are on camera, are allowed to show a bit of emotion, but they must know five or 10 seconds later that they're wrong.

‘I think Diego can focus on what he is able to do. I cannot guarantee there won't be an outburst from him or others, but they have to focus on what they're good at.’

So much sense in that last part. I find it hilarious how people overract to the smallest of issues. Footballers are humans, they mess up at times. And things like this really aren't that serious.

Guus Hiddinkywinky, you rock.

[Barbara 15,149]

The new manager has liked what he has seen in training so far, and while he knows from his own experiences that emotion can play a big part in sport, he hopes the striker can return to top form by concentrating on what he does best.

‘I've worked with Diego Costa a few days, and in the past I've seen him on television a few times,’ says Hiddink.

‘From what I experienced in the last few days, and I must also take into consideration the last game he played against Sunderland, he was in control.

‘He was focused more on what he is hired for here, and that is to help to score or to assist and not going into other things. I think he was well controlled when I experienced him in the last days. I cannot have any complaints about him.

‘He's an emotional guy,’ continues the manager. ‘A long time ago, I was captain of my team and the manager substituted me at half-time. I wasn’t used to that. I thought I'd performed but I threw off my armband and threw it at him.

‘It was also an emotional reaction born of frustration. It was a sign of frustration. Sportsmen, even though they are on camera, are allowed to show a bit of emotion, but they must know five or 10 seconds later that they're wrong.

‘I think Diego can focus on what he is able to do. I cannot guarantee there won't be an outburst from him or others, but they have to focus on what they're good at.’

So much sensibility! I missed someone like Guus much more than I realized. Even though I love Mou and accept he comes with a package, so many times I wished he'd just shut up. Refreshing indeed

[didierforever 7,349]

its BOXING DAY... well should suit him.

[KevinAshburner 1,270]

diego costa is now suspended with reaching his yellow card limit and won't be eligible to play manchester united on monday night.

[iseah100 5,612]

diego costa is now suspended with reaching his yellow card limit and won't be eligible to play manchester united on monday night.

Thanks, Kevin.

[JaKstone 307]

diego costa is now suspended with reaching his yellow card limit and won't be eligible to play manchester united on monday night.

Well feck, just when he was hitting on some form.

[BlueLion. 21,491]

Thanks, Kevin.

[Blue-in-me-Veins 4,067]

Guus Hiddinkywinky, you rock.

Sounds like a Tele-tubby name

Lmfaoo :lol:

[The Skipper 20,593]

Fantastic today. When he focuses on his football alone he's a very good player.

[Special Juan 27,424]

I said in the match thread I wanted a focus on football, we got that and goals....amazing that.

Well done Diego, just a shame about the yellow. Remy must start, must.

[xPetrCechx 13,563]

Since Costa has joined us we have played united 3 times (including Monday) and he's played 0 minutes in all of them.

[Hybrid Angel 2,130]

Players, especially strikers, face bad patches of form every now and then. Costa is a good striker and if he continues to focus on his game he will be a valuable asset. Well done Diego.

He will not be there on Monday but we have a more than reliable alternative in Remy.

[LAM09 6,744]

Putting the ball in the back of the net again. Playing in the box works wonders.

[Despiadado.Maleante 1,046]

Focused on football rather than starting fights and had his best game in a long time.

[CurlyHairLikeLuiz 1,625]

Focused on football rather than starting fights and had his best game in a long time.

The ball from Willian was absolutely fantastic too.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

Since Costa has joined us we have played united 3 times (including Monday) and he's played 0 minutes in all of them.

seriously?

We need Eto'o!

[Hamilton 2,120]

He's playing football again!

[Kieran. 6,317]

Scored or assisted four goals in two games, keep it up big fella.