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Big Jan

Discussion in 'Celtic Chat' started by die_hard_bhoy, Feb 18, 2008.

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  1. die_hard_bhoy

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    Jan's goal was very dynamic this weekend... Looks to be returning to his old self... It truly looks like he's coming around real well this second half of the season.

    will the big man score against Barca?
     
    die_hard_bhoy, Feb 18, 2008
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  2. Bhoywonder1980

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    I dont believe we've seen the real VOH yet! I think he's only reached 80% of his potential at Celtic & truly hope we see him hitting the 100% mark real soon
     
    Bhoywonder1980, Feb 18, 2008
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  3. mk.celt1888

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    hope he does and i agree he looks to be coming back to best hes after gettin some stick on this forum but he keeps scorin so im happy
     
    mk.celt1888, Feb 18, 2008
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  4. geothefool

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    Maybe the pressure of knowing there's some quality on the bench waiting to take his place will spur him on. I've been impressed with him lately though, no doubt.
     
    geothefool, Feb 18, 2008
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  5. Metrobhoy

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    We'll see if he scores against the Big teams. Hope so. I might be wrong but Man U away was the last time.
     
    Metrobhoy, Feb 18, 2008
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    that goal against manure was a fantastic goal i thought. hope the big man comes back to what we all thought he would be
     
    R-to-the-C, Feb 18, 2008
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  7. R-to-the-C

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    [YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWEcIOp9kus[/YOUTUBE]

    look at how he brought it down and turn rio and blast it in the net
     
    R-to-the-C, Feb 18, 2008
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  8. lubo#1

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    He'll lose his place in the side, probably to Samaras. Although it'll probably take a while for this to happen as he's one of the GS chums.
    Not good enough for Celtic. The only 2 performances i've been impressed with were his first v hibs and the killie game.
     
    lubo#1, Feb 18, 2008
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  9. BringItHome!CE

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    Average goal. Nah he'll bottle it.
     
    BringItHome!CE, Feb 18, 2008
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    hope hes gonna be able to score agaisnt barca and prove his doubthers wrong
     
    celticmad117, Feb 18, 2008
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    Its a difficult one because he seems to be really popular amongst the squad and no-one can fault the guy's effort. I'm just still not sure what kind of player he is supposed to be for us. For me he should be winning a lot more in the air in the box. But if he bangs one in on Wednesday he'll be my new favourite player
     
    mattmcg67, Feb 19, 2008
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  12. PaulM1888 Moderator Moderator

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    He doesn't have 'chums' its a myth he has experienced footballers he trusts and relies on to a lesser extent than his predecessor did as well.

    Not good enough for Celtic but good enough to play for Holland during a period of time their attacking options include Van Persie, Van Nistelrooy, Huntelaar, Babel, Kuyt, Koevermans, Castelen and Robben. That doesn't add up for me.
     
    PaulM1888, Feb 19, 2008
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  13. americanbhoy

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    i think he has a lot more to show... but we won't know unless wgs keeps him in
     
    americanbhoy, Feb 19, 2008
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    Obvously i hope he'll get back to how he plays for his nation team: Holland. I think he is a brilliant striker but VERY inconsistent.:31:
     
    CFC4Life, Feb 19, 2008
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    JVH still has a lot to offer us as he has shown in the last 6 weeks or so.
    However I think he will be replaced over time as Samaras is by far a more mobile option if he can bring the goals then he will soon be playing in JVH slot.
     
    ellboy, Feb 19, 2008
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    From the few minutes in total I have seen of Samaras, i say I pick him over Jan against Barca. He is far more mobile and moves around better yet also keeping some physical presence. Obviously he is unlikely to be as effective as Jan in the air but I'd like to see more of Samaras.
     
    ede, Feb 19, 2008
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    jvoh cant win,he played poor because he struggled with fitness he regains his fitness and starts banging goals in and it still is'nt good enough for some.

    get off his back and give him the support and respect he deserves,hes a good player and now hes regained fitness he is prooving it.
     
    Tim{e}4ten, Feb 19, 2008
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  18. kennydal

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    Totally agree with that JVOH isnt hartson or ,sutton which a lot of people are hoping he was going to be like that,hes trying his socks off at the moment and i think he is now starting to turn it round ,he is a bit more aggresive in his play and he has a bit more movement about him time will tell.
     
    kennydal, Feb 19, 2008
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  19. lubo#1

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    It wouldn't would it, unless its your opinion.
    I don't give a flying * about holland, i don't watch any of their games or follow their progress, i would find it hard though to believe that JVOH is a regular starter for them.
    I watch his performances for us and form my opinion, i don't hunt for stats and look at caps won.
    Anyway hammer, time will tell, and as i said he'll be dislodged, probably by Samaras.
    Also maybe, just MAYBE, its the case that our league and style of play just doesn't suit Jan, no fault of his own.
     
    lubo#1, Feb 19, 2008
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  20. PaulM1888 Moderator Moderator

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    Funny you should mention the fact you don't think he's suited to our league as i've read the opinion of a number of managers/former players this week that say exactly the opposite. Like you say though you have your right to think he's not good enough, i reserve the right to defend him!
     
    PaulM1888, Feb 19, 2008
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