| COOK 20:46 - Oct 4 with 3428 views | gazza1 |
Starter or sub..........for the next game against Millwall on the 18th October.
If he is a starter who is he a starter for???
Tough call for the manager and his team. |  | | |  |
| COOK on 20:54 - Oct 4 with 2529 views | Malintabuk |
I was reading the match fred and was amazed at how little Cook was mentioned
2 games in 3 days... and looked really good, possibly the best defender in both games
Today 2 of the normal back 4 were out, a 20 year old kid playing left back, and Cook was superb. He Marshalled that defence superbly
I have no hesitation and play him, especially if NRD is not fit. For I would have to drop Morrisson to the bench | | | |
| COOK on 20:59 - Oct 4 with 2464 views | BrianMcCarthy |
Great question.
A really tough call.
We played a very high line at times today. We haven't always done that with Cook in the team and/or with Nardi in goal. It really helped us as we won the ball back quickly.
That hopefully means that he's not just over his injury but that they trust him to play that far North and still get back in time on the break. That's really encouraging.
Cook also has passing. At times last year his long passes (sorry - diags (TM)) out to the right wing were really good. How many of our centre-backs have forward passing?
If he's fast enough and fit enough for us to play the high line when we want to, he's the best centre-back we have imho - positioning, reading, tackling, heading, organising.
Clarke-Salter is more talented. But Cook is better. |  |
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| COOK on 21:00 - Oct 4 with 2452 views | BklynRanger |
I think he's clearly forced his way back in. Been top drawer these last 2 starts. Would leave him in all season if form and fitness allow. |  | | |
| COOK on 21:00 - Oct 4 with 2453 views | Spaceman_P |
I've been impressed with Cook the last 2 games.
I think he deserves his spot. |  | | |
| COOK on 21:04 - Oct 4 with 2414 views | Hooping_Mad |
Played left side which isn't his favoured spot, They've worked out to leave Morrison in there.
He's was our best player against Oxford and was solid today.
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| COOK on 21:08 - Oct 4 with 2363 views | Northernr |
Really good today. Doesn’t mess about.
Thought it was interesting my Oxford mate on Weds said he thought Cook was our best player by far. |  | | |
| COOK on 21:09 - Oct 4 with 2347 views | terryb |
I think Cook deserves to play & that it looked a better combination with Morrison, but the decision might depend on whether it is felt that we need pace (Mbengue) or aerial (Morrison).
I wouldn't be too worried whichever two of the trio is selected. | | | |
| COOK on 21:13 - Oct 4 with 2310 views | gazza1 |
If he was 'poor' in those matches it would be very easy but he wasn't poor.......I am waiting for Lassel thoughts because I will vote the opposite for obvious reasons  | | | |
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| COOK on 21:13 - Oct 4 with 2277 views | Ned_Kennedys |
He’s been an excellent signing for us: whereas you mostly read negative stuff from previous clubs’ supporters it was telling how highly rated he was from Bournemouth and Forest.
Some foolish comments recently that his legs had gone and he was finished: I think not. |  | | |
| COOK on 21:14 - Oct 4 with 2281 views | Myke |
Also, might have a calming influence on Mbengue? | | | |
| COOK on 23:17 - Oct 4 with 1955 views | sdm1508 |
So good to have the Steve Cook we all know back. Wouldn't mind seeing him with Mbengue. His pace and Cooks leadership. Might actually help Mbengue be less nuts too lol | | | |
| COOK on 23:25 - Oct 4 with 1889 views | ChrisNW6 |
Tough on Morrison, but I think Mbengue should start every game until he he gets to the 10 inevitable Yellows, but whoever starts with him Cook or Morrison.
I would go with Cook/Mbengue and look to give Morrison game time where possible. | | | |
| COOK on 00:14 - Oct 5 with 1724 views | Hunterhoop |
My view is Cook is still the best centre half defensively. Starts for me. His partner should depend on the oppo.
For Millwall, I’d play Morrison alongside for a side like Ipswich or S’oton, I’d play Mbengue. |  | | |
| COOK on 01:19 - Oct 5 with 1592 views | EN_Ranger |
| COOK on 20:54 - Oct 4 by Malintabuk |
I was reading the match fred and was amazed at how little Cook was mentioned
2 games in 3 days... and looked really good, possibly the best defender in both games
Today 2 of the normal back 4 were out, a 20 year old kid playing left back, and Cook was superb. He Marshalled that defence superbly
I have no hesitation and play him, especially if NRD is not fit. For I would have to drop Morrisson to the bench |
I agree with everything you said, except dropping Morrison, he is unbelievably good
It’s Mbengue who needs to force his way back in imo | | | |
| COOK on 02:50 - Oct 5 with 1483 views | HAYESBOY |
Don't think you can change a winning team IMO, if everyone is fit. |  |
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| COOK on 05:53 - Oct 5 with 1320 views | QPROslo |
Cook got an 8 from me yesterday, marginally our best player I thought. Played very well and looked like he organised us defensively. Expect he is solid support for Esquerdinha. | | | |
| COOK on 06:27 - Oct 5 with 1263 views | GaryBannister86 |
| COOK on 20:59 - Oct 4 by BrianMcCarthy |
Great question.
A really tough call.
We played a very high line at times today. We haven't always done that with Cook in the team and/or with Nardi in goal. It really helped us as we won the ball back quickly.
That hopefully means that he's not just over his injury but that they trust him to play that far North and still get back in time on the break. That's really encouraging.
Cook also has passing. At times last year his long passes (sorry - diags (TM)) out to the right wing were really good. How many of our centre-backs have forward passing?
If he's fast enough and fit enough for us to play the high line when we want to, he's the best centre-back we have imho - positioning, reading, tackling, heading, organising.
Clarke-Salter is more talented. But Cook is better. |
Agree with all that Brian, perhaps bar JCS being more talented than Cook. Cook's been a top-notch defender for many years and JCS can only dream of that, so Cook has talent in abundance.
I think it was Ray who said once you hit a certain age in football every time you get injured or you make a mistake the dreaded "legs are gone" comments come out.
So pleased for Cookie, a class act for us for years and has forced himself back in even after that awfully shoddy release the club put out over his contract renewal. Top pro, him and Liam every day of the week ahead of Mbengue.
Great win yesterday, so impressive all round the work done since Cov. |  | | |
| COOK on 06:31 - Oct 5 with 1258 views | Toast_R |
He's always been a stand out apart from the period where he was clearly still struggling with that horrible foot injury. |  | | |
| COOK on 07:46 - Oct 5 with 1130 views | Wilkinswatercarrier |
He's done well, clearly back to match fitness.
However, he has not faced a rapid striker in those 2 games so no, not a starter for me. Great back-up though.
If he does start I'd switch Mbengue to RB. I know Dunne got the cross in for Smyth, but he looks very uncomfortable at the moment. | |
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| COOK on 08:17 - Oct 5 with 976 views | stevec |
Premier league footballer.
Plus he can marshal a defence, by and large whoever plays alongside him tends to play to their best level.
Pace may be the only problem but we’ve struggled a bit with balls in behind even when he hasn’t been playing. |  | | |
| COOK on 08:34 - Oct 5 with 920 views | PlanetHonneywood |
Easy question for me: he starts!
Of the good points above, I'd add that it could also be a way to show AM that getting five bookings in eight games is stupid and here is the consequence of it: you don't just walk back into the Starting XI.
Plus, against the Wall, it's bound to be a tasty affair and having a calm head at the back a wiser option than playing the bloke who's potentially a nutter. Albeit he's our nutter and already on the road to folklore status...'kin 'ave it!! |  |
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| COOK on 08:47 - Oct 5 with 847 views | numptydumpty |
Was at the Oxford game, and it was a very frustrating watch, but the one major positive in that game was Cook.
I had previously been concerned - excuse the pun - that Cook was cooked !!
But was delighted to see a great performance that day. And yes, for me is a current starter, definitely. |  |
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| COOK on 08:55 - Oct 5 with 806 views | francisbowles |
| COOK on 08:34 - Oct 5 by PlanetHonneywood |
Easy question for me: he starts!
Of the good points above, I'd add that it could also be a way to show AM that getting five bookings in eight games is stupid and here is the consequence of it: you don't just walk back into the Starting XI.
Plus, against the Wall, it's bound to be a tasty affair and having a calm head at the back a wiser option than playing the bloke who's potentially a nutter. Albeit he's our nutter and already on the road to folklore status...'kin 'ave it!! |
When the inevitable bust up between the benches happens, we need Mbengue involved to add a bit of scariness and steel.😁 | | | |
| COOK on 08:57 - Oct 5 with 796 views | rbee |
You have to play Cookie.
How important is it for Morrison's and Mbengue's development to be able to play alongside him.
Loved his celebration for Kone's goal. |  | | |
| COOK on 09:02 - Oct 5 with 760 views | Tonto |
Depends on Millwalls strikers... if they have pacy types then tou play Mbengue. If its a more physical battle play Morrison.
Remember its the start of another 3 game week so expect all 3 to play. |  |
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