But he's shit
No he's not.
But he's shit
It's keeping it on-topic, ish, by mentioning that CMS owed a LOT to Barnes today. Both of them were possibly going in anyway but if it gives CMS some confidence to kick on then I'm sure Ashley will settle for 2 goals instead of the 4.
Are you saying that McSmudger robbed Ashley of the 1st hat trick at the falmer
I have been watching professional and semi-pro football at different levels for over 40 years. What Ashley Barnes contributes to the current (excellent) Albion team puts him in the top 20 or so players I have ever seen out of however many thousands I must have watched in terms of team contribution. Just my opinion of course, but a team player like very very few others. As a manager he'd be first on my teamsheet every week as quite rightly he seems to be for Gus. No idea how many miles he ran today oh and he scored some goals too. Absolutely blinding performance for the team, top quality footballer.
Funny thing is reading this and the match ratings thread, as much as people quote "Barnes haters" its clear there are so many blinkered views who can see no wrong in Ashley by saying he scored 4 goals! He didn't, he got 2. The other two was a shot and a header that were going wide. But hey, lets not see what really happened, lets see what we want to see.
The first was one of the easiest goals he'll ever score thanks to Gonzo, but the fifth was a superb finish.
And before you think I'm being negative towards him, I'm no, I'm t just saying it like I saw it. Goal one - Lucky. Assist one - mis hit shot going wide. Assist two - diving header going wide. Goal two - brilliant finish Wayne Rooney would have been proud of.
And saying it as I saw it, I thought it was a toss up between Noone and Barnes for man of the match, probably edged by Barnes for this second goal. Even taking away the goals and assists, I thought Barnes had one of the best , if not the best game I have seen him play for us. Only one blot, picking up a silly yellow card, but if he puts a performance like that in, who cares about a silly booking!
If he can keep that level of performance up, I agree he will be a legend, but lets not get carried away. He's been below average in the first three games this season, but I truely hope this is a kick start to his and our season, but I'm not getting carried away just yet, because I thought we were better on Tuesday despite drawing a blank, and if that is how Barnsley are going to be this season, then Palace have got a lot of competetion for the wooden spoon this year.
After that performance. only an idiot would knock him, don't you think GingerBeerMan ?
What? One good game doesn't make a good player just like one bad game doesn't make a bad player.
Dont rate/didnt rate Ashley Barnes and have always been a big critic of his but today was the first time I clapped him off. He played very well today and if he can keep it up then he'll be a joy to watch.
Then please sir...show me a player who is superb EVERY match...who never is off form who is great every game. Ash works so hard in attack/defence/build up...yes he does miss the odd sitter or chance,he may not be super fast or the most skilful but you cannot fault his heart.I've moaned a fair bit in the past about Barnes. Today he had a great game, fair play to him. He needs to do it week in week out though, that's always my gripe - too hot and cold
Funny thing is reading this and the match ratings thread, as much as people quote "Barnes haters" its clear there are so many blinkered views who can see no wrong in Ashley by saying he scored 4 goals! He didn't, he got 2. The other two was a shot and a header that were going wide. But hey, lets not see what really happened, lets see what we want to see.
The first was one of the easiest goals he'll ever score thanks to Gonzo, but the fifth was a superb finish.
And before you think I'm being negative towards him, I'm no, I'm just saying it like I saw it. Goal one - Lucky. Assist one - mis hit shot going wide. Assist two - diving header going wide. Goal two - brilliant finish Wayne Rooney would have been proud of.
And saying it as I saw it, I thought it was a toss up between Noone and Barnes for man of the match, probably edged by Barnes for this second goal. Even taking away the goals and assists, I thought Barnes had one of the best , if not the best game I have seen him play for us. Only one blot, picking up a silly yellow card, but if he puts a performance like that in, who cares about a silly booking!
If he can keep that level of performance up, I agree he will be a legend, but lets not get carried away. He's been below average in the first three games this season, but I truely hope this is a kick start to his and our season, but I'm not getting carried away just yet, because I thought we were better on Tuesday despite drawing a blank, and if that is how Barnsley are going to be this season, then Palace have got a lot of competetion for the wooden spoon this year.
Other people watch him week in week out, and think he's the dogs bollocks. Ask yourself what are they seeing that you aren't?Like I said its my opinion and it's valid by me watching him week in week out!
Then please sir...show me a player who is superb EVERY match.