Nate Posted November 11, 2014 Report Share Posted November 11, 2014 Just a shame he had a penchant for passing the ball directly back to the player he'd just hacked once he won the tackle. He only did that so he could hack him again 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted November 12, 2014 Report Share Posted November 12, 2014 Just dropping this here to bring the Mooy discussion from the Miller thread over to this thread... If Mooy does go to NYCFC, and particularly before season end, it will really put a NYCFC Reserves Team feel on our club on the back of the whole Villa thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 Mooy will be back for City for the Sydney match. That's some relief anyway. http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/feature-mooy-making-mighty-waves/1ixhllead0tcf1a78rlizuqbg8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 (edited) http://www.socceroos.com.au/video/ffa-tv---mooy-excited-about--roo-recall/1043920 A rare interview with Professor X Edited November 13, 2014 by Cinnamon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 http://www.socceroos.com.au/video/ffa-tv---mooy-excited-about--roo-recall/1043920 A rare interview with Professor X Wow didnt realise how softly spoken he is. For someone that has a bit of mongrel in him, he sounds a bit like a pussy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 "The loudest one in the room is the weakest one in the room" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 "The loudest one in the room is the weakest one in the room" This somewhat explains why Hoffman partakes in so many interviews. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 The rules of life don't exist for Hoffman as they do for everyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 "The loudest one in the room is the weakest one in the room" "Speak softly and carry a big stick" Theodore Roosevelt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 "The loudest one in the room is the weakest one in the room" This somewhat explains why Hoffman partakes in so many interviews. Wash your mouth out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted November 13, 2014 Report Share Posted November 13, 2014 http://www.socceroos.com.au/video/ffa-tv---mooy-excited-about--roo-recall/1043920 A rare interview with Professor X Wow didnt realise how softly spoken he is. For someone that has a bit of mongrel in him, he sounds a bit like a pussy. What's actually happening is he's penetrating your mind with his words and just moving his lips so as to give the impression he is talking (you know - to avoid mutant bigotry). Unfortunately he normally doesn't speak (no need) so his lips can't move much and the combination of these things is giving you that impression. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiro Kompiro Posted November 14, 2014 Report Share Posted November 14, 2014 http://www.socceroos.com.au/video/ffa-tv---mooy-excited-about--roo-recall/1043920 A rare interview with Professor X Wow didnt realise how softly spoken he is. For someone that has a bit of mongrel in him, he sounds a bit like a pussy. What's actually happening is he's penetrating your mind with his words and just moving his lips so as to give the impression he is talking (you know - to avoid mutant bigotry). Unfortunately he normally doesn't speak (no need) so his lips can't move much and the combination of these things is giving you that impression. Is that another way of saying "f*cked his brains out"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewmelbcity Posted November 14, 2014 Report Share Posted November 14, 2014 Tesla, Any chance you know what number he will be playing under at NYCFC want to order me a New York jersey with Mooy on the back ahead of the new season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murfy1 Posted November 14, 2014 Report Share Posted November 14, 2014 Mooy getting good reports in the media this week: 4. Aaron Mooy isn't in the Socceroos to make up the numbers We in Australian football are all guilty of jumping the gun, not least when it comes to picking the next young star. Aaron Mooy has been placed in the "potential" box since he was on the books at Bolton Wanderers but the Melbourne City gun finally seems to be blooming into a dominant midfielder, not just a a pair of tricky feet. His display against Brisbane Roar was as elegant as we've seen from a true central midfielder in years. He is hitting the line like Protectionist for Asian Cup selection. http://www.smh.com.au/sport/soccer/aleague-five-things-we-learned-over-the-weekend-20141110-11jozo.html Contrary to a certain Dutchman, we think you can pick a team comprised entirely of players plying their trade on these shores and still match it with the best […] Five years on from Verbeek's Canberra nadir, here's who Goal Australia believes would be the best men for the job after five rounds of the 2014-15 season: [...] Midfield - Luke Brattan, Aaron Mooy, Carl Valeri With Erik Paartalu highly impressive (what a pass for Mate Dugandzic on Saturday night) but still finding his feet back in the A-League, we've giving Luke Brattan the national team recognition many feel is long overdue for the unerringly accurate young holder. Ahead of him, Aaron Mooy has been a standout since joining Melbourne City, combining with Paartalu to demolish Brisbane Roar 3-1 away from home. Postecoglou has certainly been impressed by the former Wanderer, picking him in the squad for next week's Japan friendly. http://www.goal.com/en-au/news/4025/features/2014/11/13/6096351/take-that-pim-verbeek-its-the-socceroos-new-a-league-xi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted November 16, 2014 Report Share Posted November 16, 2014 I rate that all a-league team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityzen Posted November 16, 2014 Report Share Posted November 16, 2014 Really missed him today, safe to say if he gets injured we are FUCKED! Unless Koren comes back and does well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted November 16, 2014 Report Share Posted November 16, 2014 Really missed him today, safe to say if he gets injured we are FUCKED! Unless Koren comes back and does well He is very important to us. However, we showed again today we can create chances and we are stronger going forward than going backwards. Hopefully Mooy will give us that little extra that takes us over the finishing line 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityzen Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Really shocked to see McKay starting over Mooy in the Socceroos game........ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Really shocked to see McKay starting over Mooy in the Socceroos game........ Not sure that shocking is the word considering McKay is a mainstay in the Socceroos squad and Mooy is a fringe player, plus McKay is Ange's lovechild due to their time at the Roar together. Hopefully Mooy gets some minutes though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Really shocked to see McKay starting over Mooy in the Socceroos game........ cause ange is a fuckhead, surprised his other favourite nichols isn't starting over that other nobody luongo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityzen Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Really shocked to see McKay starting over Mooy in the Socceroos game........ Not sure that shocking is the word considering McKay is a mainstay in the Socceroos squad and Mooy is a fringe player, plus McKay is Ange's lovechild due to their time at the Roar together. Hopefully Mooy gets some minutes though. Well I think shocked was the wrong choice of words here but definitely don't think McKay should be starting over Mooy but can see what you're saying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goawayvictory Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 got about 5 minutes, what a joke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rass Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 got about 5 minutes, what a joke At least he showed nice composure with the limited touches he had, unlike Nicholls........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 (edited) Ange is a shit coach! Australia has dropped to 98th on the FIFA rankings. Sack him! Even Aliosi would do better. Edited November 18, 2014 by Tony999 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewConvert Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Nicholls was in the thick of things but did he actually do anything constructive? Mooy had little game time and didn't screw anything up, but again did not do much either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Let's hope he's nice and fresh for Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Absolutely infuriates me to see us lose Aaron Mooy for a vital club match, and then see him not brought on until the 87th minute of the international. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Tin foil hat says Ange did it on purpose just so we lose him for a game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jestr Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Absolutely infuriates me to see us lose Aaron Mooy for a vital club match, and then see him not brought on until the 87th minute of the international. Correct....what did he show or even had a chance to prove in less than 5 minutes. Why bother AP ??? At least Give him 20 min Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Yep 5 minutes is almost pointless. The main thing he will gain will be self belief of now being in the squad. Being involved in the national team training camp alone will do wonders for his confidence. He can now think himself as being an international. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Embee Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Agree that it was disappointing to see him only get 5 minutes, in a way though I was selfishly happy to see this; less chance of getting injured and missing any more of our games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 5 minutes does suck but at the same time, the positive is that he was still selected ahead of Brillante, Holland and Bozanic in midfield. With the Asian Cup looming ever closer, this little cameo for Mooy means he's going to be trying extra hard for us to make sure he stays in contention and pushes for a starting XI berth. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiro Kompiro Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Why was he there to play 5 minutes. What did Postecoglou learn from that? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 (edited) Why was he there to play 5 minutes. What did Postecoglou learn from that? the only thing that i can think of is that the Socceroos were in camp for a week first. at least it gave Ange 7 days (not heaps but something) to work with Mooy. far from ideal with my City cap on / from a City perspective, but in terms of the Socceroos it gives Ange a better idea of who he thinks will / can work best with for the Asian Cup Edited November 19, 2014 by mattyh001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defibrillator Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Why was he there to play 5 minutes. What did Postecoglou learn from that? Really agree with this. Ange obviously started with a plan to test a few players, but going down 2-0 decided to bring on Bresciano and Cahill to ?? salvage something. If he wanted to win the game he should have started with his strongest team, if he wanted to test players he should have been more inventive at the end. Not really sure what he was trying to achieve - really disappointing. Is anyone any the wiser after this? Is the default option to go back to the old brigade when things are bad? Let's be honest, this was a match that meant little and the one week camp was probably far more important. An opportunity lost for fringe players to push their case. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red or Dead Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Speaking of the Socceroos, did anyone else think it was like watching the Heart play in a yellow top? Pass pass pass possession possession possession pass back to defence, back to keeper, back to defence, pass pass pass, etc etc etc...and in the end had nothing to show for it apart from a better possession percentage than their opposition. Oh yeah...and we lost. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 A lot of teams play back to the keeper and not just us. And many situations call for it, for lack of ability and technical skill we don't have enough outlets to get through when a team such as japan presses us higher up the pitch. The alternative is we try play forward, lose the ball in a poor position, and get exposed with the speed and technical ability of the majority of teams we are constantly up against which more often than not will lead to a goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiro Kompiro Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 (edited) Speaking of the Socceroos, did anyone else think it was like watching the Heart play in a yellow top? Pass pass pass possession possession possession pass back to defence, back to keeper, back to defence, pass pass pass, etc etc etc...and in the end had nothing to show for it apart from a better possession percentage than their opposition. Oh yeah...and we lost. oh yes, and even more than that it was "play high tempo, high pressing" and then die in the second half. it was obvious within 5 minutes of the second half that we were being out run in the middle, and Postecoglou did exactly nothing. Take off Luongo and McKay at half time and put on Mooy and one of Nichols (by default) and Bresciano (really the guy cannot play more than 30 minutes) would have been my master stroke. Edited November 19, 2014 by Kiro Kompiro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Speaking of the Socceroos, did anyone else think it was like watching the Heart play in a yellow top? Pass pass pass possession possession possession pass back to defence, back to keeper, back to defence, pass pass pass, etc etc etc...and in the end had nothing to show for it apart from a better possession percentage than their opposition. Oh yeah...and we lost. My conclusion is that the players take too much time to think when they have the ball. By the time they come to pass the ball the forward options are closed off and so the ball goes sideways or backwards. Against CCM this was so obvious with Kisnorbo and Hoffman and their awful "service" to Duff. It has become so habit-forming with Hoffman that his first instinct when receiving the ball is to position his body for the backwards/sideways pass. Give JvS his due - in the first half he was screaming at these two to change their play - to no avail unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 A call up to socceroos squad will give the lad a massive boost of confidence and a reward for good form. Theoretically it should push him to work harder and make a starting spot his. It's a shame he only got a few minutes. But it will be a benefit for city overall 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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