Middlesbrough v Leeds Utd Match Thread - Berardi in for Phillips, Kiko Starts, No JKA!

[leic white 63]

Tell you what, reading through this thread I thought we had lost last night...............

What the hell is the matter with people?
Enjoy the ride... we are in 2nd place and once agan increasing the gap from 3rd.....

[YorkshireSquare]

Tell you what, reading through this thread I thought we had lost last night...............

What the hell is the matter with people?
Enjoy the ride... we are in 2nd place and once agan increasing the gap from 3rd.....

Bloody horrible game to watch, win is a win though.

[HarryofOz]

Just watched the highlights.

While it would be great if Bamford was a better goalscorer, with that chance from the Ayling cross, he is in no way to blame. No-one would have scored in that situation.

[YorkshireSquare]

Just watched the highlights.

While it would be great if Bamford was a better goalscorer, with that chance from the Ayling cross, he is in no way to blame. No-one would have scored in that situation.

I think it's harsh to have a go at him for that one. We also have to praise him for the work in the build up to Pablo's shot which lead to the goal and he had a decent effort earlier. The headers straight at the keep are starting to piss me off a bit though.

[HarryofOz]

I think it's harsh to have a go at him for that one. We also have to praise him for the work in the build up to Pablo's shot which lead to the goal and he had a decent effort earlier. The headers straight at the keep are starting to piss me off a bit though.

Yes the highlights showed some good support play by him.

Of course it's frustrating to see him miss good chances. But goal-scoring is not the main asset that he brings to the team. He has never been a great goalscorer.

But some people won't accept that he is doing the job that Bielsa wants him to do - though I'm sure that Bielsa would love him to score more goals. He selects him for his overall contribution, and the plays the hard-working role because that is what Bielsa wants from him.

If all Bielsa wanted was a goal-poacher then he'd get one.

[Chilli D]

Bloody horrible game to watch, win is a win though.

Exactly what I alluded to in my comments after the game YS. Dreadful game to watch, really frenetic. But a win was absolutely critical to keep Fulham and Forest at arms length and we did it ugly so happy days. Liked the fact that the ref allowed some old school tackles to go unpunished though.
The trip on Harrison was a stone wall penalty so he missed that.
I know some people go over the top with their criticisms after a win but guys people are allowed to point out things that weren't good even when we win!
It's all a matter of opinions.
Having seen the Bamford miss on Quest last night, Shotton did definitely alter the path of the cross making it more difficult but I still think a more athletic nimble striker (ie Nketiah or Roofe) would have buried it.
On to Hull.

[Gurj]

If only we, collectively, could appreciate the greatness we have been given, without needing to criticise random factors which actually don't matter.
65 points ought to be welcomed at this stage - we've gone through a mini-hiccough (or 'hiccup' if you will) but have just managed 3 tight 1-0s and played better than the 3 other teams in so doing. Rejoice ye miserable sods, get your mind right for cheering on our lovely boys and shout out how much you love and appreciate them, whether you go to the next game or not. These skilled, well-coached and hardworking lads deserve our compliments for their achievements, not mealy-mouthed criticism.

Brilliant post, absolutely nailed it Norm

[lufc1304]

+1, the negativity on here is becoming a grind

[gessa]

+1, the negativity on here is becoming a grind

Perhaps there should be a sub forum.
Moaning On Together.

[HarryofOz]

Perhaps there should be a sub forum.
Moaning On Together.

Here we moan about United
We're gonna give the boys such hell
Stand up and groan about United
Coz there's nothing that they can do well

Wah wah wah

Every day, we're all gonna say
That they aren't good enough to win
Everywhere we're gonna be there
Saying that we'll sink not swim

Moaning on together
We know we're gonna see you lose
Wah wah wah wah wah wah
We are so down, we all wear a frown
Because of Leeds, Leeds, Leeds

[gessa]

Here we moan about United
We're gonna give the boys such hell
Stand up and groan about United
Coz there's nothing that they can do well

Wah wah wah

Every day, we're all gonna say
That they aren't good enough to win
Everywhere we're gonna be there
Saying that we'll sink not swim

Moaning on together
We know we're gonna see you lose
Wah wah wah wah wah wah
We are so down, we all wear a frown
Because of Leeds, Leeds, Leeds

[onemoreslogan]

Here we moan about United
We're gonna give the boys such hell
Stand up and groan about United
Coz there's nothing that they can do well

Wah wah wah

Every day, we're all gonna say
That they aren't good enough to win
Everywhere we're gonna be there
Saying that we'll sink not swim

Moaning on together
We know we're gonna see you lose
Wah wah wah wah wah wah
We are so down, we all wear a frown
Because of Leeds, Leeds, Leeds

[mothbanquet]

Here we moan about United
We're gonna give the boys such hell
Stand up and groan about United
Coz there's nothing that they can do well

Wah wah wah

Every day, we're all gonna say
That they aren't good enough to win
Everywhere we're gonna be there
Saying that we'll sink not swim

Moaning on together
We know we're gonna see you lose
Wah wah wah wah wah wah
We are so down, we all wear a frown
Because of Leeds, Leeds, Leeds

I think you've found your calling, Harry.

[1964white]

Not a great performance, nevertheless another fine victory. Even though we didn't really get out of second gear we were the better side bu a country mile!

Positives

Three more points as we head to our destiny.
Three consecutive victories.
Three consecutive clean sheets.
10 points out of the last four games.
Still 5 points clear of Fulham & 6 clear of Forest, our goal difference is worth a extra point.
On 65 points with eleven games to play as we are closing in on the 85 points required imo!
Klich's wonderful strike, a dominant display from Mateusz.
3 goals in 2 games for Klich v Boro
Dallas excelling again, showing he is one of the best wing-backs in the championship.
Pablo's strike against the post & thunderous effort bringing a good save out of Pears.
Harrison giving Howson a torrid time.
Berardi fitted in like a glove alongside the solid Cooper.
Berardi has kept 10 clean sheets in 16 Championship appearances this season.
Double over Boro'.
First win at the Riverside since 2015.


Negatives

Our passing was atrocious particularly in the first half-hour.
A couple of good penalty shouts denied I felt.

Ratings

7 Casilla
7 Ayling
7 Cooper
7 Berardi
8 Dallas
6 White
6 Costa
9 Klich
7 Hernandez
7 Harrison
6 Bamford
Sub
6 Shackleton

[whiteswan]

I know all the pundits are raving about the one two between Klich and Pablo for out goal, but I thought that Aylings cushioned pass to Klich before he passed to Pablo was sublime....

[1964white]

I know all the pundits are raving about the one two between Klich and Pablo for out goal, but I thought that Aylings cushioned pass to Klich before he passed to Pablo was sublime....

It was indeed Swannie

[The Subhuman]

The whole move was outstanding and all about Klich, started it brilliantly, finished it well.

[Clacton White]

I just wish we could score more goals.

Its astounding that we are 1st for shots 1st for shots on target 1st for chances created.

But the worst side for shot conversion the worst side for big chances missed.

Its the Bamford factor

[Overman]

Here we moan about United
We're gonna give the boys such hell
Stand up and groan about United
Coz there's nothing that they can do well

Wah wah wah

Every day, we're all gonna say
That they aren't good enough to win
Everywhere we're gonna be there
Saying that we'll sink not swim

Moaning on together
We know we're gonna see you lose
Wah wah wah wah wah wah
We are so down, we all wear a frown
Because of Leeds, Leeds, Leeds

Byron at his best, get this one going on the terraces Harry.

[lufc1304]

Perhaps there should be a sub forum.
Moaning On Together.