As I already mentioned earlier, the Boro are playing this weekend against Ian ‘Olloway’s Blackpool. First glance we are quite similar to Blackpool, just five points ahead and similar goal difference. However, Blackpool have been blowing hot and cold this season, they lost 3-1 to Burnley and then went on to thrash Leeds United 5-0.
Head to Head-
Barry Robson:
Combative, aggressive and full of zest despite his age. A driving force in this season’s ‘Boro team; already beaten his goal tallies for the previous two seasons with five in the league and one in the cup. On top of the goals scored he has been contributing with a large amount of assists.
Jonjo Shelvey:
Shelvey has scored five goals for Blackpool this season whilst on loan from Liverpool. Having made his England U-21 debut, he is beginning to show the form that he promised whilst playing in League 1 with Charlton Athletic. A hat-trick against Leeds has been the highlight of his season so far, quick and athletic, Jonjo can pull strings for Pool from the centre of midfield or push forward in to a second striker position.
Marvin Emnes:
The no longer young striker has only scored 13 league goals in England, only 11 when in a Boro shirt. This season however, he has been bagging the goals with seven in the league and a hat-trick in the league cup. Emnes does not often stretch himself, but when he does his pace confuses everyone on the pitch. With a blistering sprint, he can make it past any defence and with his new found finishing touch he is looking less of a project, more of a product.
Kevin Phillips:
While the one-time European Golden Boot winner is past his prime, you just can’t stop him. He has the same amount of goals as Emnes this season, but unlike the ‘Boro player he does not possess pace and relies on his impeccable finish. Phillips is the player to watch, especially when playing alongside former Liverpool player Nathan Ecclestone.
So- If you can make it to the riverside to experience the club’s fun day, you really should. The team needs some support, and we as fans can play a part in building a Riverside fortress-yes i know it is cliche.
Erimus.
A spectacular finish
8:12 pm - 11-17-2011
bonjour zis is terry ( pro: tear-ry ) i veally like ze vay you speak of ze football i love ze how you say, boro. i am zinking of coming on transfer from ze mls as i dont like ze yanks. i likez your writing mwah mwah. au revoir sam
9:01 pm - 11-17-2011
Thank you very much Terry, please do come and sign , you will be a welcome addition to the squad.