Non AMP
Sky Blues Talk
  • Home
  • Forums
  • Coventry City Football Club
  • Coventry City General Chat
This is a mobile optimized page that loads fast, if you want to load the real page, click this text.

Ryan Giles (1 Viewer)

  • Thread starter Joe
  • Start date Feb 26, 2020
Forums New posts
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Next
1 of 3 Next Last
J

Joe

Active Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #1
Anyone else think he should be given a chance ahead of McCallum looks like he has a bit more pace and power and a good left foot and mcCallum has struggled going forward last few weeks in my opinion although he is quite solid defensively.
 
Reactions: TTG and CanadianCCFC

Nick

Administrator
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #2
McCallum didn't fancy it last night, their winger bullied him a fair bit. McCallum tried to take him on a few times but couldn't get past him.
 

Evo1883

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #3
McCallum hasn't been playing that well since the Wycombe game tbh

Not slating him just being honest
 
Reactions: Sky_Blue_Ste

Wyken Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #4
Yes I would give Giles a go.

McCallum hasn't been good for a number of weeks now so nice to keep him on his toes with another player.

Sent from my I3113 using Tapatalk
 
M

Magwitch

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #5
He could well be McCallums replacement next season. Will be interesting if he replaces him but he only got about 10 minutes last night so I expect McCallum to play.
 

Terry_dactyl

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #6
What’s wrong with Mason?!
 
Reactions: TTG
S

SkyBlueCRJ

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #7
Magwitch said:
He could well be McCallums replacement next season. Will be interesting if he replaces him but he only got about 10 minutes last night so I expect McCallum to play.
Click to expand...

Why would he be his replacement next season when he's on loan?
 
Reactions: Sky_Blue_Ste and TTG

mark82

Super Moderator
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #8
Magwitch said:
He could well be McCallums replacement next season. Will be interesting if he replaces him but he only got about 10 minutes last night so I expect McCallum to play.
Click to expand...

He's only on loan.
 

better days

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #9
Joe said:
Anyone else think he should be given a chance ahead of McCallum looks like he has a bit more pace and power and a good left foot and mcCallum has struggled going forward last few weeks in my opinion although he is quite solid defensively.
Click to expand...
It depends what Giles has been showing in training
Reckon today's game is part of the plan for Robins to see him against decent opposition
 

mark82

Super Moderator
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #10
Joe said:
Anyone else think he should be given a chance ahead of McCallum looks like he has a bit more pace and power and a good left foot and mcCallum has struggled going forward last few weeks in my opinion although he is quite solid defensively.
Click to expand...

I don't think we should change it for Sunderland or Ipswich. The team are playing well at the moment and getting results.
 
Reactions: RegTheDonk

lord_garrincha

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #11
Terry_dactyl said:
What’s wrong with Mason?!
Click to expand...
Nothing really, especially at LB, but at LWB he is a tad limited. If Robins continues to play wing backs, and we know he has no issues evolving the squad at the end of a season, then I can see Mason leaving in the summer.
 

Evo1883

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #12
Terry_dactyl said:
What’s wrong with Mason?!
Click to expand...

He doesn't appear to be a wing back, more a left back in a flat back line.

Although he could have grew into the role im positive about that
 
Reactions: peace ndlovu and Terry_dactyl

cooperskyblue

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #13
McCallum for a few weeks has needed a breather. The positive is Giles has now had 4 weeks with us to adapt to how we play and thought he looked quick and energetic last night and would feel fine with him coming in for mccallum.

Don't know about anyone else but the thought of having a back 4 scares the life out of me now, the 3 CBs gives me confidence and allows Dabo and McCallum to really bomb forward knowing they have that extra cover behind them.
 
Reactions: robbiekeane and Brylowes

David O'Day

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #14
That run and cross at the end should prove that Giles has something to offer

Sent from my SM-G975F using Tapatalk
 

cc84cov

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #15
Thought McCallum done a lot better than previous weeks last night tbh up against a very tricky winger my issue was his delivery was poor he was constantly getting the ball in great positions,Giles looks like he possibly might have a better end product.
 

cc84cov

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #16
Terry_dactyl said:
What’s wrong with Mason?!
Click to expand...
Did you see mason at Rotherham? That is the issue he’s just too small and since that game McCallum has been well ahead of him
 

AFCCOVENTRY

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #17
Giles and Dabo as wingbacks would terrify defences.
 
Reactions: SkyBlueThinking, djr8369, standupforcity and 2 others

Terry_dactyl

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #18
cc84cov said:
Did you see mason at Rotherham? That is the issue he’s just too small and since that game McCallum has been well ahead of him
Click to expand...
In fairness I didn’t. I take people’s points about being a left back as opposed to a wing back but from what I saw of him early season he looked outstanding. Most on here (including me) were ecstatic when he signed a contract extension. I’m not sure he’s had a fair run out given the start he had.
 
Reactions: TTG, ccfc1234, GaryMabbuttsLeftKnee and 1 other person

stupot07

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #19
Terry_dactyl said:
In fairness I didn’t. I take people’s points about being a left back as opposed to a wing back but from what I saw of him early season he looked outstanding. Most on here (including me) were ecstatic when he signed a contract extension. I’m not sure he’s had a fair run out given the start he had.
Click to expand...
He was probably player of the season for the first 10 games or so.

Sent from my SM-G965F using Tapatalk
 
Reactions: block16, Mucca Mad Boys, TTG and 2 others

Sky Blue Pete

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #20
McCallum let no one down defensively but the last cross when rose put him clean through was symptomatic of his attacking threat. Right midfield for Sunderland their best player so a big call. I think mccallum will start but Giles will get longer
 
G

Garryb80

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #21
stupot07 said:
He was probably player of the season for the first 10 games or so.

Sent from my SM-G965F using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
When we didnt play wing backs yes
 
Reactions: Brylowes and stupot07

harvey098

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #22
I’ve been critical of McCallums stamina previously but he’s so much better in that department recently. Still doesn’t quite have the same ability as Dabo to constantly get up and down for 90 minutes but definitely improved.

As I’ve said a lot before he’s brilliant in the air and he nullifies that diagonal ball targeting a wing back which is so commonly used at this level.
 

GaryJones

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #23
Did we really get £3 million plus for McCallum?
If so I think someone at Cov has had Delia Smiths pants down!!

Perish the thought!
 

stay_up_skyblues

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #24
He did look exciting in his (albeit brief) appearance last night. Although I thought McCallum was fine. He was very good against Rochdale too. I do think the criticism of his recent form is a touch harsh and would not be dropping him against Sunderland. That said I’d expect to see Giles on for longer, particularly if we are not winning after 60 mins,
 
Reactions: DannyThomas_1981, Sky_Blue_Dreamer and GaryMabbuttsLeftKnee
M

Magwitch

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #25
In fairness to McCallum he is part of a normal rock solid defence but I wouldn’t be surprised if Robins brings Giles in
 

ccfc1234

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #26
Looked well balanced and quick over 10 yards. Would not start him but could be very effective when defences are tiring.
 

covcity4life

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #27
Giles lookes good but woukdbt change a settled defence. mcallum is playing well. Not getting better of opposition defender for 1 game doesnt mean he didnt fancy it
 
Reactions: DannyThomas_1981

SlowerThanPlatt

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #28
Evo1883 said:
He doesn't appear to be a wing back, more a left back in a flat back line.

Although he could have grew into the role im positive about that
Click to expand...

Can’t see him getting in a squad again this season barring injury. Shame for him but Robins is ruthless, don’t know whether he just thinks the other 2 are better options or he’s not in his good books

Seen it with Doyle, Hiwula and Grimmer. He holds no sentiment if it’s going to improve the team
 
D

Dimi_Konstantflapalot

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #29
Suspect it’s just a case of Beezy biding his time. Come June 30th he’s our only left back, and he’s contracted for another 2 years. He’s still only 22 don’t forget, he may have another chance come pre season to cement a place in the side, regardless of division.
 
Reactions: ccfchoi87

shmmeee

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #30
covcity4life said:
Giles lookes good but woukdbt change a settled defence. mcallum is playing well. Not getting better of opposition defender for 1 game doesnt mean he didnt fancy it
Click to expand...

TBF you’ve been saying “its one game doesn’t mean anything” for three or four games now.

If we are attacking the game in the last half hour I’d like to see Giles given a go.
 

SlowerThanPlatt

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #31
Dimi_Konstantflapalot said:
Suspect it’s just a case of Beezy biding his time. Come June 30th he’s our only left back, and he’s contracted for another 2 years. He’s still only 22 don’t forget, he may have another chance come pre season to cement a place in the side, regardless of division.
Click to expand...

I’m not so sure. He started the season first choice and is now third choice to two loanees. Robins didn’t have to bring in Giles really if he thought Mason was ample enough cover
 

Evo1883

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #32
SlowerThanPlatt said:
Can’t see him getting in a squad again this season barring injury. Shame for him but Robins is ruthless, don’t know whether he just thinks the other 2 are better options or he’s not in his good books

Seen it with Doyle, Hiwula and Grimmer. He holds no sentiment if it’s going to improve the team
Click to expand...

I 100% agree
 

Evo1883

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #33
shmmeee said:
TBF you’ve been saying “its one game doesn’t mean anything” for three or four games now.

If we are attacking the game in the last half hour I’d like to see Giles given a go.
Click to expand...

He hasn't played particularly well since he scored at Wycombe.

Teams are targeting him now.
 

Sky Blue Pete

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #34
shmmeee said:
TBF you’ve been saying “its one game doesn’t mean anything” for three or four games now.

If we are attacking the game in the last half hour I’d like to see Giles given a go.
Click to expand...
I’d have liked to have seen him given a go last night for 25
 
Reactions: no_loyalty and shmmeee

no_loyalty

Well-Known Member
  • Feb 26, 2020
  • #35
This Giles kid needs to be given the opportunity on Sunday he's rapid, not sure how good he is at defending though as not on long enough last night.
 
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Next
1 of 3 Next Last
You must log in or register to reply here.

Users who are viewing this thread

Total: 2 (members: 0, guests: 2)
Share:
Facebook Twitter Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email
  • Home
  • Forums
  • Coventry City Football Club
  • Coventry City General Chat
  • Default Style
  • Contact us
  • Terms and rules
  • Privacy policy
  • Help
  • Home
Community platform by XenForo® © 2010-2021 XenForo Ltd.
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Home
  • Forums
    • New posts
    • Search forums
  • What's new
    • New posts
    • Latest activity
  • Members
    • Current visitors
  • Donate to the Season Ticket Fund
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?