Harrison Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 19 minutes ago, Mr MO said: Many don’t see it that way as both do not have the same attacking quality and impulses as Atkinson. He really gave the team another dimension. Both are worthy fullbacks for this league but we might have lost our edge a little. Personally I like Galloway more for the RB position. Gooch isn’t a natural right side player. That’s how I see it. We will be a worse team without him, simply because of his ability to carry the ball and his creativity. He tormented many wingers and RBs with Nabbout and their combination will be hard to replicate. Time will tell how we go with Garuccio and Galloway. They’re not bad players, both are solid, but neither are as talented or dynamic as Atkinson going forward. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted April 8, 2021 Report Share Posted April 8, 2021 We still got Jamo, so between Gooch Galloway and Jamo we still have seasoned pros that can fill both fullback positions. Of course Atkinson under his current form was miles ahead especially going forward but I wouldn't be surprised in a couple games Galloway could reach similar. Jamo probably not and 100% agree Garuccio is completely left sided and him playing on the right just didn't work for me. Overall Atkinson gone sucks but isn't a season deciding injury. And those that questioned the squad early doors should revisit that because as I stated the squad was good my fears was the coach, and currently he is above my expectations. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 11 minutes ago, Jovan said: We still got Jamo, so between Gooch Galloway and Jamo we still have seasoned pros that can fill both fullback positions. Of course Atkinson under his current form was miles ahead especially going forward but I wouldn't be surprised in a couple games Galloway could reach similar. Jamo probably not and 100% agree Garuccio is completely left sided and him playing on the right just didn't work for me. Overall Atkinson gone sucks but isn't a season deciding injury. Agreed, my only concern is PK seems to favour Benny a lot - always first sub and first replacement. I can see him being put on RB again to replace Atko. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 Both Galloway and Garuccio have pretty good CVs, and they're both only 26. Not much to choose between them. Jamo has been much better these past few matches. Sure we're going to miss Atkinson, but I think we can do it. A bigger need for me is for guys like Nabbout and Berenguer, and to some extent even Jmac, to put away a couple more chances every match. Then we would really be cruising. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 (edited) I dont think anyone would argue Natty is now our best full back and we definitely lose a little bit in terms of attacking power when he's out, but the same is also true that Garrucio, Jamieson and Galloway are all slightly above average A League full backs. Perhaps Galloway is right on the average mark, but def still capable. If we had to cop a bad injury, its probably a good position to cop it in. Edited April 9, 2021 by bt50 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Hack Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 Galloway is definitely a better shot at goal then Jamo, he's scored a couple of cannons for us. Not sure about the Gooch's goal scoring record 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moops Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 23 hours ago, Shahanga said: Please. Galloway would have to be the best “understudy” right back in the league. He’d be starting just about everywhere. I think the Gooch is better than our captain tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moops Posted April 9, 2021 Report Share Posted April 9, 2021 (edited) I think Atkinson learnt so much from Shekeveld, obviously he has his own style, but Bart was really good for him and improved him greatly. I see some things he does is related and obvious, but I even think he made him more aggressive and determined than he was. Edited April 9, 2021 by moops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neio Posted April 16, 2021 Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 What a player this bloke is becoming. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recyclosaurusrex Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 How lucky are we he didn't go to perth in the end eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityBoyz Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 Have to thank Covid because he was Perth bound ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 19 minutes ago, CityBoyz said: Have to thank Covid because he was Perth bound ! He and Nabbout had already signed for Perth. Their contracts were cancelled by mutual consent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 Has come on leaps and bounds. I never thought he'd be this good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartFc Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 I like him even more in an attacking position. First touch and skills are very close and nimble. His composure is really impressive too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted June 20, 2021 Report Share Posted June 20, 2021 I remember this guy was getting skinned constantly when he first started to play for City. Has come such a long way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neio Posted June 21, 2021 Report Share Posted June 21, 2021 The way that you know he has become a serious player. All the Fox crew admit he is the definite starting RB for the olyroos. They have stopped their ridiculous circle jerk of Tate Russell and actually opened their eyes to someone outside of Sydney. The way he is going, one more good season from him and he will find himself overseas 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted June 29, 2021 Report Share Posted June 29, 2021 Talk about sliding doors. What would've happened if Atkinson and Nabbout had signed for Perth and fulfilled their contracts? We were so fortunate not to lose them. Atkinson started off the season strongly and ended it even stronger. His injury took him out of action for a couple of months but he was instrumental in the GF and Finals Series. Nabbout was the catalyst for our Premiership. He flicked the switch on our season and we became a juggernaut with him one of the driving forces. It's worked out great for Atkinson and Nabbout, and of course City. The only losers here are Perth. Luck plays its part in all successes but it looks to have played a big part in ours with these two blokes remaining City players. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IssySG Posted September 23, 2021 Report Share Posted September 23, 2021 Good interview with young Nate 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted September 23, 2021 Report Share Posted September 23, 2021 He won't last the season with us, will definitely be picked up by an overseas team if he can stay healthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartizan Cityzen Posted September 23, 2021 Report Share Posted September 23, 2021 Last year of his deal, he & Metcalfe both look OS bound at seasons end. I'm sure new contracts would have been on the table for both at the end of last season. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted December 21, 2021 Report Share Posted December 21, 2021 Sold to Hearts if rumours are true. Would explain the absences perhaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted December 21, 2021 Report Share Posted December 21, 2021 https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/hearts-agree-deal-to-sign-australian-full-back-nathaniel-atkinson-from-melbourne-city-3502981 https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/nathaniel-atkinson-close-hearts-transfer-25757058 https://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/nathanial-atkinson-hearts-agree-deal-for-australian-right-back-3503003 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted December 21, 2021 Report Share Posted December 21, 2021 Hate to see him go, but we'll be getting some money and he'll be going to (in my opinion) a great team for his ability + growth. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citypool Posted December 21, 2021 Report Share Posted December 21, 2021 11 minutes ago, haz said: Hate to see him go, but we'll be getting some money and he'll be going to (in my opinion) a great team for his ability + growth. Well said 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aardvark Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Good move hopefully. A league and team where he should be pushing for a starting place and regular gametime and gives him a good starting point for Europe. Much better than Arzanis pathway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 4 hours ago, haz said: Hate to see him go, but we'll be getting some money and he'll be going to (in my opinion) a great team for his ability + growth. likewise, i feel conflicted to see him go. glad we get some money from the deal, and Atkinson gets his move overseas. one issue i see when a lot of young Australians go overseas is they get lured by a big club in a big league, only to get limited game time. the beauty of Hearts is that there should be plenty of opportunity to get game time. my concern is if the SPL is big enough to get properly notice / thorough competition. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, The Aardvark said: Good move hopefully. A league and team where he should be pushing for a starting place and regular gametime and gives him a good starting point for Europe. Much better than Arzanis pathway. tbf regarding Arzani (and the same could be said for Curtis Good's move to Newcastle Utd), doing your ACL (being injury prone at the start) during your first few games never helps. and for every Arzani there is a Aaron Mooy. of course, it also helps when they have a good few seasons in the a league under their belts first before they go overseas. Edited December 22, 2021 by mattyh001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 27 minutes ago, mattyh001 said: tbf regarding Arzani (and the same could be said for Curtis Good's move to Newcastle Utd), doing your ACL (being injury prone at the start) during your first few games never helps. and for every Arzani there is a Aaron Mooy. of course, it also helps when they have a good few seasons in the a league under their belts first before they go overseas. My biggest worry is the injury risk from the transition from an Australian summer to a Scottish winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moops Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Seems to be gone to Hearts. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/hearts-agree-deal-to-sign-australian-full-back-nathaniel-atkinson-from-melbourne-city-3502981 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neio Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Sad to see him go, but it was inevitable. Hopefully he makes a good crack of it and isn't back in a few years. Hearts just got themselves another fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Nice, he definitely deserves it. Shouldn't disrupt the squad too much either which is a good outcome for all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Scotsman in peace Posted December 22, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Hearts Fan here folks. He will get game time here. We bought Cammy Devlin earlier this year and he has been a revelation in the team, total pitbull of a player and loves to wind up the opposition. There is a podcast, which I have linked below, where one of the presenters asks Cammy about other Aussie players and he mentioned Nathaniel Atkinson. We are pretty excited about seeing this young man play!!!! https://scarvesaroundthefunnel.co.uk/2021/10/06/episode-154-from-a-land-down-under/ As for recognition beyond our league, don't worry, if he smashes it up here then bigger teams come calling! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 5 minutes ago, Scotsman in peace said: Hearts Fan here folks. He will get game time here. We bought Cammy Devlin earlier this year and he has been a revelation in the team, total pitbull of a player and loves to wind up the opposition. There is a podcast, which I have linked below, where one of the presenters asks Cammy about other Aussie players and he mentioned Nathaniel Atkinson. We are pretty excited about seeing this young man play!!!! https://scarvesaroundthefunnel.co.uk/2021/10/06/episode-154-from-a-land-down-under/ As for recognition beyond our league, don't worry, if he smashes it up here then bigger teams come calling! You've got a good one lads. He's a genuine gun, has pace to burn and can turn a whole game on its head. Take care of him for us :') 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman in peace Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 42 minutes ago, kingofhearts said: You've got a good one lads. He's a genuine gun, has pace to burn and can turn a whole game on its head. Take care of him for us :') Oh we will mate. If he put's in 100% then he will be loved by every fan. Pitch in a few goals, assists and a few crunching tackles, we will literally offer our daughters to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billyb0y Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 25 minutes ago, Scotsman in peace said: Oh we will mate. If he put's in 100% then he will be loved by every fan. Pitch in a few goals, assists and a few crunching tackles, we will literally offer our daughters to him. he is one of like 3 aussie young kids that have the potential to be world class. he dominated vs spain and argentina 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman in peace Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 20 minutes ago, Billyb0y said: he is one of like 3 aussie young kids that have the potential to be world class. he dominated vs spain and argentina You're only getting me more and more excited. Stop it!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 Hopefully for Atkinson this deal gets done. Remember he should actually be a Perth player. Also going back to early on this season it's pretty clear that this was a major factor in him not starting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 10 hours ago, kingofhearts said: You've got a good one lads. He's a genuine gun, has pace to burn and can turn a whole game on its head. Take care of him for us :') He is also a very passionate player with a bit of mongrel in him who gives his all. Sad to see him leave, but we all knew it was inevitable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman in peace Posted December 22, 2021 Report Share Posted December 22, 2021 1 hour ago, malloy said: He is also a very passionate player with a bit of mongrel in him who gives his all. Sad to see him leave, but we all knew it was inevitable. Exactly the type of player we love! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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