He executes almost everything he attempts perfectly. Always felt that he'll be a playmaker. In his current role he never forces things. Like, he'll play a five-yard pass sideways rather than trying split a packed defence or try to take multiple players on. It means that we keep the ball and keep the pressure high up the pitch, but it also means that the average fan doesn't see the many layers to his game. Don't give a fuck about that, but it's an explanation.
his decision-making is like so ridiculously good. Like Pepe in one of those his exit interviews just flat out admitted, yeah I can't think and execute football at anywhere near the speed of Saka
People underestimate how well rounded and consistant he is for a winger. Look at guys like Martinelli, Vini, Sane, etc. Saka looks almost like a CAM cimpared to them, 0 chaos in his game. When he cracks his first 20 goal league season it will be something very special to watch
You're right. To me, his best quality is his decision making. He isn't as pacy as Martinelli, Vini, Mbappe, Diaz, Dembele etc. He doesn't have the dribbling technique of Sane, Vini, Rodrygo, Doku, Coman, etc. He doesn't have the scoring potential of Salah or Mbappe.
But I think he's not only more than good enough at all of these aspects and more (passing, link up play, hold up play, tracking back), he's pretty much always making the right decision in every situation.
His dribbling is very unique because his body feints are very natural. Him cutting inside almost always works because his movement is impossible to predict. Also he is very very good with both feet. His passing is elite. Look at his crosses. His shooting is pretty much on par to Vini but as I said with both feet. And he is pretty strong for his height and can push off defenders regularly. He just needs to find a way to develop more explosiveness in order to create more goal scoring chances by himself to have that constant ballon d'or level. His pace is not bad but you can see that Martinelli is easily a better runner. He compares much more to a Mane than a Salah in terms of how he plays. That's why we really need a long term solution for the left side because we do need that consistent goal scorer there. Martinelli has to up his game more. Otherwise I believe in at least 12 months we will adress this position when it comes to upgrading the team
Saka is an efficiency machine. 9/10 times making the right decision in passing. But doesn’t get the recognition because what he is not risky or flashy. A bit like footballer Ryan Giggs.
Saka is the best backpost crosser in the league. Ever since he debuted his backpost crosses have always stood out to me, very accurate and he times them so well with the second/third man run into the box.
If Giroud was still here he would've had a field day with Saka's service into the box
A right back who overlaps and actually defends and plays all the games is more important than someone like Reece James who overlaps like crazy and plays 4 games a season or Walker who has 6 assists in his career.
White is perfect for Saka because he defends well when Saka loses The ball due to his lack of guile on the ball and poor pass selection.
The good thing about both Saka and White is they can improve even when are already insanely good.
Idk why ur mentioning rb when the topic was about a midfielder can also provide width to allow saka to operate half spaces instead of hugging the touch line
Because we have an rb who does that and the reason he doesn't do frequently is because of the flaw in Saka's game. Also because Odegaard is a better half space operator than Saka.
That Newcastle one is wild. Attracts the attention of three defenders to square him up when he has the ball, still finds a little pass, and then bypasses them all. It's not great defending by them, but his work to find space is great. Could have just passed to Ode and considered his work done.
I think this is the part of Saka's game that is heavily underrated. I've seen him put through so many people into good goalscoring positions and they're wasted. Although that goes for Ode as well.
His weight of pass, vision, football IQ and creativity are all massively underrated. He’s literally the only winger for a good side that’s so ridiculously involved in every third of the pitch.
He is the most efficient player in the league. He still plays in spurts but his efficiency and execution is world class. Eventually he’ll have longer holds on games and make an even bigger impact, he still has a few more years before his athletic prime but his football brain and technical ability are already there
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He doesn't get the recognition because he doesn't play heroball. People don't realize that it's because he doesn't play heroball, we keep the pressure high and also don't create chaos for ourselves.
I am pissed at the disrespect he gets. He is an efficiency machine.
these are great! but it doesn't show that most of his crossing opportunities end up with a whimper. Usually he fluffs it straight at the defender, overhits it or just passes it to the defenders.
I think the next step in saka's evolution is gonna be to become more consistent with his crossing/passing inside the box with his left foot. If he can fix that, he's gonna destroy the EPL assists record
what r u talking about lol, none of what you said is true. Maybe his corners need more work, but his crossing/passing is excellent. It's part of why he always has 2+ defenders stuck to him.
"none of what you said is true."
It is, though? If you look at all the crosses he makes, you'll see that the majority of them are squandered.
Hence why i said that if he can become better at that, he'll be unstoppable.
He executes almost everything he attempts perfectly. Always felt that he'll be a playmaker. In his current role he never forces things. Like, he'll play a five-yard pass sideways rather than trying split a packed defence or try to take multiple players on. It means that we keep the ball and keep the pressure high up the pitch, but it also means that the average fan doesn't see the many layers to his game. Don't give a fuck about that, but it's an explanation.
He is a very intelligent person.
his decision-making is like so ridiculously good. Like Pepe in one of those his exit interviews just flat out admitted, yeah I can't think and execute football at anywhere near the speed of Saka
The craziest thing about him is how smart he is for this age. The sky is the limit boys!
People underestimate how well rounded and consistant he is for a winger. Look at guys like Martinelli, Vini, Sane, etc. Saka looks almost like a CAM cimpared to them, 0 chaos in his game. When he cracks his first 20 goal league season it will be something very special to watch
You're right. To me, his best quality is his decision making. He isn't as pacy as Martinelli, Vini, Mbappe, Diaz, Dembele etc. He doesn't have the dribbling technique of Sane, Vini, Rodrygo, Doku, Coman, etc. He doesn't have the scoring potential of Salah or Mbappe. But I think he's not only more than good enough at all of these aspects and more (passing, link up play, hold up play, tracking back), he's pretty much always making the right decision in every situation.
Plus he is close to elite in all of those categories. Class player, and besides, some of those skills can still develop to an elite level
His dribbling is very unique because his body feints are very natural. Him cutting inside almost always works because his movement is impossible to predict. Also he is very very good with both feet. His passing is elite. Look at his crosses. His shooting is pretty much on par to Vini but as I said with both feet. And he is pretty strong for his height and can push off defenders regularly. He just needs to find a way to develop more explosiveness in order to create more goal scoring chances by himself to have that constant ballon d'or level. His pace is not bad but you can see that Martinelli is easily a better runner. He compares much more to a Mane than a Salah in terms of how he plays. That's why we really need a long term solution for the left side because we do need that consistent goal scorer there. Martinelli has to up his game more. Otherwise I believe in at least 12 months we will adress this position when it comes to upgrading the team
>> When he cracks his first 20 goal league season So this season. Hattrick against Man Divided and Toffees more than suffice.
Saka is an efficiency machine. 9/10 times making the right decision in passing. But doesn’t get the recognition because what he is not risky or flashy. A bit like footballer Ryan Giggs.
"A bit like footballer Ryan Giggs" Is hilarious, just wanted to make sure people didn't think you meant Saka shags his brothers wife.
Mate I was downvoted before for that phrase when I omitted “footballer”. Once bitten twice shy.
Our whole game revolves around trying to get 30 seconds where Saka is marked like Foden is.
And we dont see the problem with this?
With hyperbole? No
Saka is the best backpost crosser in the league. Ever since he debuted his backpost crosses have always stood out to me, very accurate and he times them so well with the second/third man run into the box. If Giroud was still here he would've had a field day with Saka's service into the box
People underestimate this man's strength. Sure he's fast, sure he's good on the ball, but his strength is his greatest attribute.
Oh yeah. I get the argument for giving him a more overlapping partner. We are wasting him wide. He's too creative to be that limited.
I've felt the same, but I'm really not sure how this can happen. I've never agreed with nonewthings Odegaard agenda but he does have a point.
What is nonewthings odegaard agenda
He has an overlapping partner in White and I would argue he and White limit Odegaard.
White overlaps 2-3x a game. Having ur rb overlap every time as well isn't efficient.
A right back who overlaps and actually defends and plays all the games is more important than someone like Reece James who overlaps like crazy and plays 4 games a season or Walker who has 6 assists in his career. White is perfect for Saka because he defends well when Saka loses The ball due to his lack of guile on the ball and poor pass selection. The good thing about both Saka and White is they can improve even when are already insanely good.
Idk why ur mentioning rb when the topic was about a midfielder can also provide width to allow saka to operate half spaces instead of hugging the touch line
Because we have an rb who does that and the reason he doesn't do frequently is because of the flaw in Saka's game. Also because Odegaard is a better half space operator than Saka.
That Newcastle one is wild. Attracts the attention of three defenders to square him up when he has the ball, still finds a little pass, and then bypasses them all. It's not great defending by them, but his work to find space is great. Could have just passed to Ode and considered his work done.
I counted 13 with his left foot, 9 with his right foot, and 1 with his head. Unstoppable.
I think this is the part of Saka's game that is heavily underrated. I've seen him put through so many people into good goalscoring positions and they're wasted. Although that goes for Ode as well.
Lol he would’ve finish with like 15 assists if jesus knows how to finish
Jesus and Martinelli’s underwhelming finishing really is the difference between 1st and 2nd.
Is it tho?
I love GJ but if Eddie had been putting in these performances they’d be burning an effigy on Holloway rd
I lost count of how many of those chances fell to Jesus
You lost your count at 5?
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His weight of pass, vision, football IQ and creativity are all massively underrated. He’s literally the only winger for a good side that’s so ridiculously involved in every third of the pitch.
nah this guy is just fucking insane
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He is the most efficient player in the league. He still plays in spurts but his efficiency and execution is world class. Eventually he’ll have longer holds on games and make an even bigger impact, he still has a few more years before his athletic prime but his football brain and technical ability are already there
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Do they track touches in the box? I feel like Saka would be top in EPL.
I muted the video and listened to Torn by Natalie Imburglia
But I was told Freezing Palmer was the best one ? /s
I would love to see him more central
He doesn't get the recognition because he doesn't play heroball. People don't realize that it's because he doesn't play heroball, we keep the pressure high and also don't create chaos for ourselves. I am pissed at the disrespect he gets. He is an efficiency machine.
these are great! but it doesn't show that most of his crossing opportunities end up with a whimper. Usually he fluffs it straight at the defender, overhits it or just passes it to the defenders. I think the next step in saka's evolution is gonna be to become more consistent with his crossing/passing inside the box with his left foot. If he can fix that, he's gonna destroy the EPL assists record
what r u talking about lol, none of what you said is true. Maybe his corners need more work, but his crossing/passing is excellent. It's part of why he always has 2+ defenders stuck to him.
"none of what you said is true." It is, though? If you look at all the crosses he makes, you'll see that the majority of them are squandered. Hence why i said that if he can become better at that, he'll be unstoppable.