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Daizen Maeda

Discussion in 'Celtic Chat' started by Callum McGregor, Dec 31, 2021.

Discuss Daizen Maeda in the Celtic Chat area at TalkCeltic.net.

  1. Double Dutch

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  2. HTG "I have an uncle who does Yoga"

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    You can't help but laugh watching his press, it's absolutely ridiculous.

    Love him.
     
  3. Callum McGregor The Captain Gold Member

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    Took his goal well and gave his usual amount of effort. Couple of frustrating moments but he's not the only one guilty of that tonight.
     
  4. Waiting For An Alibi

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    Never stops

    Palma doesn't even get on as our work rate would drop too much
     
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    He's like a pressing terminator
     
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    I just love him in these big games.
     
  8. Rydo1888* Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    One of my fav players ever
     
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    He isn't human daft as a brush, technically leaves a bit to be desired but he's ours!!!!
     
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    If he could cross with his left he'd be worth £40mil
     
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    Think most fans will forgive players deficiencies, provided they provide extra in other areas of their game.

    Not many players in World football work harder than Maeda, or come across seemingly as humble. As a result you can’t help willing him to get the success his efforts deserve

    What a great pro!
     
  12. Maestro 08

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    I've been a major critic of his but hands up he's a fantastic asset. Still frustrates at times obviously but it's hard not to appreciate what his attitude and pressing brings to us. It also helps that he has majorly improved his game under Rodgers .
     
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  13. Rydo1888* Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    I think he's really stepped up this season.. still erratic at times, but his first touch/overall technical ability is miles better than when he first arrived.
     
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    He's a mental player.

    Was shouting at my telly with those two chances first half then he has a great finish and then he balloons a cross oot.

    Quite funny (luckily we were 4-1 up so it was hilarious).

    His off the ball work is what sets him apart at this level though.. not a player like him anywhere else. Dodgy moments or not.
     
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  16. Doogs. Lustig your the one, you still turn me on.

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  17. Doogs. Lustig your the one, you still turn me on.

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    Seriously but, up there with my favourite ever players. What a guy.
     
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    Also I would add, I think he is yet another player that Rodgers is improving and getting more out of.

    6 goal contributions already this season I count. 4 goals. Had 10 the entirety of last season.

    Credit should go to the manager for his development as well.
     
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    He’s one of the most polarising players I’ve ever seen play for us.

    His movement off the ball and timing off his runs are impeccable, as is obviously his work rate and pressing ability which must surely be in the top 10 in world football.

    He’ll then do something utterly unfathomable that makes me question how he got to this level.

    I was at the point last year where I didn’t want him to play for us and went right off him, but he’s a terrific asset in the big games.

    I love how he doesn’t really over celebrate when he scores but is always going mental when his team mates score. Same as Rogic.
     
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    So happy teams with more money have missed what a exceptional team player this man is. Surreal pace & stamina, been watching loving Celtic for a few decades & personally never known any player like it.

    Henrik aside, all players have short comings but, Daizen Madea imperfect crossing at times, is always like having an extra player on the pitch.
    He redfines 100% effort