1 hour ago, Gentian said:

I thought he was excellent. He scores two goals, the first one made all by himself with a perfect head flick to Mudryk for the assist. I thought he connected well with Mudryk too. At this current form I would have him ahead of Sancho or Madueke. The criticism is just baffling for last nights game. 

Before Madueke? Not a chance, I wouldnt even have him before Sancho, but definitely not Madueke who has created more chances already than Felix would in a full season.

1 hour ago, nonotnowjim said:

I have turned into an adjective… So proud!

But….still need to pick you up on a couple of points.

Although I get the sentiment and potential for felixstration (Felix frustration)-  there is a distinct difference between Felix and Wacko the fraud.

Felix is a natural player, graceful, superb touch, vision, football intelligence. All the these things Wacko is not.

My disdain for Wacko is because, never have I seen a more stupid footballer play for us. He is an utter liability on and off the pitch - and I can’t stand him. 

Felix is a bit of a show off glory hunter - but he isn’t stupid.

Careful you don't turn into a noun.

Overall I would have to say that at the moment it seems that Jackson has more impact in the more Important matches. I agree his discipline is out of control and he does need to channel his aggression but I think he he on an upward trajectory and we should indulge him for a little longer. 

Felix has silky skills but he's not a team player and switches off intermittently. 

I think you're confusing Jackson's genius with stupidity.

Remember what we lose with Madueke not on. Defensive contribution and someone to run off from behind. 

 

23 minutes ago, Sconnie Blue said:

Remember what we lose with Madueke not on. Defensive contribution and someone to run off from behind. 

 

And nobody else wears a jockstrap on their head in quite the same way….

Joao can rest on the field for another 4 games

4 hours ago, dkw said:

Before Madueke? Not a chance, I wouldnt even have him before Sancho, but definitely not Madueke who has created more chances already than Felix would in a full season.

Not to mention, even the idea of him won't be that good on the wing let alone the reality.

5 hours ago, Andy North said:

Careful you don't turn into a noun.

Overall I would have to say that at the moment it seems that Jackson has more impact in the more Important matches. I agree his discipline is out of control and he does need to channel his aggression but I think he he on an upward trajectory and we should indulge him for a little longer. 

Felix has silky skills but he's not a team player and switches off intermittently. 

I think you're confusing Jackson's genius with stupidity.

This is actual Jackson genius.....

 

 

14 hours ago, Argo said:

Not to mention, even the idea of him won't be that good on the wing let alone the reality.

I'm not sure my stress levels could handle watching him dicking about on the wing...

He has a good game and people still get on his back. I don't know why some of you pretend otherwise at this point, it's evidently clear that you want him to fail, so why not just say it? When his first goal is being described as a tap in (when he was instrumental in the build up to the goal) and calling his performance "largely ineffective" in a game where he was very effective.....it couldn't be more obvious at this point.

Who else in the team other than Palmer would have the awareness and ability to pull off that header for Mudryk to set up the first goal? 

We all know there are inconsistencies to his game, which is why he is not a regular starter, but to make out like he wasn't easily in the top 2 players on the pitch is laughable. Comparing this thread to Mudryk's is a night and day difference. I have no issue with the praise for Mudryk, but why does his performances get praise and Felix gets the opposite? Mudryk has a lot more minutes over Felix this season and that was the first goal he scored all season, yet he is getting praise and Felix is getting criticised.

On 25/10/2024 at 14:39, Ukraine Bolt said:

Madueke has been our second best attacker this season and works his arse off in the defensive phase. Not sure why you'd want to drop him?

He was good against wolves and scored against forest. He is currently playing better than Sancho and he is good at dribbling. But often he reminds of sterling with his arrogance so he needs to work on that as he is just a talent thats all for now.

Furthermore, there needs to be rotation in the premier league too. We can have Felix on the middle and Palmer on the right, interchange during the game to make us less predictable. Atm though Sancho needs to up his game as he is the favourite to be dropped. Players like Nkunku, Felix and Neto will not be happy with just cameo appearances on the Premier League and play on conference league. 

23 hours ago, Gentian said:

He was good against wolves and scored against forest. He is currently playing better than Sancho and he is good at dribbling. But often he reminds of sterling with his arrogance so he needs to work on that as he is just a talent thats all for now.

Furthermore, there needs to be rotation in the premier league too. We can have Felix on the middle and Palmer on the right, interchange during the game to make us less predictable. Atm though Sancho needs to up his game as he is the favourite to be dropped. Players like Nkunku, Felix and Neto will not be happy with just cameo appearances on the Premier League and play on conference league. 

Felix will be off to Saudi in a year or two, we shouldn't worry about keeping him happy. He can play conference league and league cup games when needed. 

3 hours ago, Ukraine Bolt said:

Felix will be off to Saudi in a year or two, we shouldn't worry about keeping him happy. He can play conference league and league cup games when needed. 

Honestly, i think we will sell Madueke before Felix. Especially with estevao incoming next season.

Dog sh*t player, what a monumental waste of money. We NEED Saudi to offer him £300k a week.

23 minutes ago, Ukraine Bolt said:

Dog sh*t player, what a monumental waste of money. We NEED Saudi to offer him £300k a week.

Where's the same criticism for the guy in your pfp? What did he do today against Premier League opposition? The usual, nothing at all.

@Dr Gonzo See what I mean with my post in the match thread? Felix does one thing wrong, he faces a different level of vitriol compared to other players.

1 hour ago, Ukraine Bolt said:

Dog sh*t player, what a monumental waste of money. We NEED Saudi to offer him £300k a week.

I agree. How Mudryk is still getting minutes from Maresca is beyond belief. It says as much about Maresca as it does about Mudryk.

Felix can be frustrating but at least he tries to make things happen.

He plays better with better players around him, think of who his teammates were tonight.

2 hours ago, Scott Harris said:

 

@Dr Gonzo See what I mean with my post in the match thread? Felix does one thing wrong, he faces a different level of vitriol compared to other players.

I know you did not tag me in this Scott, however it has been this way for a long time. Certain posters have their favorite players they elevate for not tripping over their own shoelaces, and if they actually produce a really good game they talk about them like they are Cole Palmer level while waiting to pounce on any other player that plays in their position when they make a mistake.

Just have to remember what USATim used to do with posts on Pulisic and Mount. That still goes on, just without many reacting like they did to Tim.

Looks to me like Felix was the one player getting on the ball and trying to make things happen....I Don't understand the stick he gets.

....I can imagine the noise if Jackson played a game like Felix did yesterday - the fanboys would be all shouting about how he has potential, he is the one forcing the game and causing defenders problems, making things happen, and how others around him were not doing enough etc.

It does feel like 1 rule and marking system for 1 player, and another for others. Some players are unfairly held to a higher account. 

Felix always flatters to deceive and so we saw again last night. Some sublime skill, great touches but nothing much of any real substance. Always on the periphery of the game but never able to grab it by the scruff of the neck and actually make something happen - not against proper teams anyway.

We knew this when we signed him - nothing has changed. He will remain on the bench for the large part until we move him on.

50 minutes ago, Nibs said:

Felix always flatters to deceive and so we saw again last night. Some sublime skill, great touches but nothing much of any real substance. Always on the periphery of the game but never able to grab it by the scruff of the neck and actually make something happen - not against proper teams anyway.

We knew this when we signed him - nothing has changed. He will remain on the bench for the large part until we move him on.

Was he not the one person last night who appeared to be trying to grab the game by the scruff of the neck?

He certainly appeared to be the one who was making the chances and trying to force the issue.

Perhaps if we played him in the first team - alongside players more on form, then we would see more consistent output/outcomes 

10 hours ago, Scott Harris said:

Where's the same criticism for the guy in your pfp? What did he do today against Premier League opposition? The usual, nothing at all.

@Dr Gonzo See what I mean with my post in the match thread? Felix does one thing wrong, he faces a different level of vitriol compared to other players.

Mudryk had an xA of 0.62 last night, that's more than Felix has managed in every premier league appearance he's ever made for Chelsea BTW. 

Its funny that you chose Mudryk to go after to protect Felix, when Mudryk was our highest rated playerlast night. Could have had multiple assists if Nkunku and Felix could shoot. 

"wah wah Felix isn't bad, Mudryk is!"

 

 

Edited October 31, 20241 yr by Ukraine Bolt

13 minutes ago, Ukraine Bolt said:

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If you want to use this Sofascore data, then this pretty much proves Scott's point, as even disregarding the nuances of their algorithms (Enzo 7.1 LMAO when he lost possession 23 times last night) there are STILL 5 players who scored worse than Felix ... 

Personally I think Whoscored have a better handle on things, with their ratings a more consistent match for the "eye" test ...

No-one in the team delivered a 7/10 performance last night, and certainly not Enzo LOL

2 hours ago, nonotnowjim said:

Was he not the one person last night who appeared to be trying to grab the game by the scruff of the neck?

He certainly appeared to be the one who was making the chances and trying to force the issue.

Perhaps if we played him in the first team - alongside players more on form, then we would see more consistent output/outcomes 

He tried, but failed.

Luxury player who gets found out and is too lightweight. Great to come of the bench and score when the team are already 3-0 up and coasting but not the player for a tight game. Has happened throughout his career and clearly why Simeone wanted to get rid and bring in a proper player like Gallagher. Gallagher would have been ideal for last night.

9 hours ago, 2211 said:

Felix can be frustrating but at least he tries to make things happen.

He plays better with better players around him, think of who his teammates were tonight.

What did he make happen last night please?

 

2 hours ago, nonotnowjim said:

Was he not the one person last night who appeared to be trying to grab the game by the scruff of the neck?

He certainly appeared to be the one who was making the chances and trying to force the issue.

Perhaps if we played him in the first team - alongside players more on form, then we would see more consistent output/outcomes 

Making what chances? Felix had an xA of 0.05 last night playing in what should be the most creative position on the pitch. Please tell me what issue he was trying to force? xG of 0.96 and every shot he took was pathetic. CHANCES CREATED ZERO.

The irony of above posters choosing to chastise Mudryk to defend Felix. Yes Mudryk has been awful int eh two years he's been here but last night isn't the example to choose. Most creative player, won the most tackles for us etc.