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Harry Lime -> RE: European football (16/9/2012 8:20:58 PM)
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ORIGINAL: Rinc
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I'd argue that Toure's probably worth it, tbh.
I'd agree Jess. Less dazzling than Messi and Ronaldo but just as crucial to his club. At this moment in time, he's comfortably the best player in the Premiership, in my opinion.
Oh come on Harry! He is a good player, but best in the Prem? I think Scholes has had far more of a impact for United this season, (and I don't say it 'cos i'm a United supporter). But theres been better players than him. Cazorla anyone?
I'd agree with Harry. Over the last 18 months (not just the few games of this season), Toure has been the most influential player. And I'd say he's had more impact than Scholes this season too.
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I'm not denigrating Scholes in any way. The man is a class act, pure and simple, and, at 37, still out-performs players a decade younger and supposedly at their peak.
However, like Rinc says, over the last year or so, it is Touré who has been the engine that has propelled Manchester City from a team of cash-rich bridesmaids to league champions. He's the driving force behind the showy flair players in front of him and, more crucially, he doesn't go missing in the big games. In fact, he actually raises his standard even higher; scoring vital goals by surging from deep (for example the FA Cup Semi-Final and Final in 2011). Just look at how City's form slumped whilst Touré was playing in the ACN earlier in the year (including a 3-2 loss to Utd in the FA Cup) and how instrumental he was as they relentlessly chipped away at their rival's eight point lead; summoning a MoM performance in a 1-0 victory over their rivals at the Etihad and a brace in the crucial 2-0 victory over Newcastle in the penultimate match of the season. Silva, Aguerro, Tevez, Ballotelli. They are all great players but they can drift out of games or can be somewhat enigmatic. Touré, on the other hand, is a constant. Powerful, skillful and the tick that makes Manchester City tock.
In regards to Carzola, he has impressed so far for sure. I definitely like the look of the lad. But it is only four games! If he is still producing the goods towards the end of the season (having endured the British winter and bruising trips to Stoke) and if Arsenal genuinely look in contention for silverware, then I will be perfectly happy to re-evaluate my position!
As for Mikel Arteta, DC, I don't find it galling at all. I still love the dapper little Spaniard and his perfect, immovable hair! I'm pleased he is doing the business for the Gunners. He gave great service at Goodison and was sad to see him go, but I was pleased a club like Arsenal picked him up. I love the way he plays football.
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