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Re: Benson

Post by TheOriginalLongsider » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:15 pm

The ball just sticks to his feet. He’s brilliant!

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Re: Benson

Post by Matt_Whalley » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:19 pm

Absolutely; great feet.

Tricky. Kind of player we pay to see.

Our players clearly rate him more than some on this board because they kept looking to give it to him!

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Re: Benson

Post by KRBFC » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:23 pm

Ric_C wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 9:33 pm
Disagree in the main with KBRFC on this one. The main problem was just not having enough options to hit in the box on occasions. He's essentially a replacement for Lennon and he offered much more than he would. He looks like he will never hide, and was always an outlet.

Thought a couple of his left footed crosses were genuinely good, just needed another body in the box as Barnes was on a different wavelength, which will naturally happen due to everyone getting to know each others game.
I do agree with the Lennon part, I liked that Nkoudou fella we had from Spurs on loan for a similar reason to what you said about Benson, he never hid and felt like he had the most touches on the pitch (when he played). Exciting to watch because you have no idea whats coming, row Z or top corner after dribbling past 2 or 3.

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Re: Benson

Post by BleedingClaret » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:29 pm

KRBFC wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 5:10 pm
Looked lively had zero end product, should have scored twice and didn't hit the target with either.
Disappointing that in a new team in a new league in a new country with 3 days preparation and half a game that he only got himself into two goal scoring positions
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Re: Benson

Post by KRBFC » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:31 pm

BleedingClaret wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:29 pm
Disappointing that in a new team in a new league in a new country with 3 days preparation and half a game that he only got himself into two goal scoring positions
He said he was disappointed he didn't score too. So he agrees with me.

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Re: Benson

Post by BleedingClaret » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:33 pm

KRBFC wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:31 pm
He said he was disappointed he didn't score too. So he agrees with me.
Ok I’ll give you that then, not seen his interview
But you have to be there to miss them and usually if you are it eventually comes good

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Re: Benson

Post by Swizzlestick » Sat Aug 06, 2022 10:41 pm

Exciting cameo. I actually thought he put some decent balls in too but they weren’t really attacked. He’s going to be erratic but I saw enough to show that he’s going to cause some serious headaches for Championship defences.

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Re: Benson

Post by Top Claret » Sun Aug 07, 2022 8:57 am

Saw an interview with Benson and it was like watching a narcos movie
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Re: Benson

Post by RVclaret » Sun Aug 07, 2022 9:02 am

Watched back some highlights and he actually put a couple of excellent balls in, unfortunately no one attacked the space, I’m sure that will come with more playing time together / more attack minded players to come in.

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Re: Benson

Post by CrosspoolClarets » Sun Aug 07, 2022 9:21 am

We know from reports in Belgium that he is great 1 to 1 but needs an end product, thought at the time it sounded like Dwight. The market we are shopping in means we need players to improve after we sign them. That’s fine. Really looking forward to seeing Benson and TalkSport saying he was like a little Messi was brilliant.

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Re: Benson

Post by tiger76 » Sun Aug 07, 2022 10:06 am

Like what I saw of this lad, and he gave us a lift 2nd half, yes he could improve his end product, but equally he also delivered a couple of dangerous balls which troubled their defence.

Sure he could have buried that chance, but all players miss chances, the good signs are he's getting into positions, and he'll provide us with plenty of entertainment this season judging by that 45 minute cameo.

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Re: Benson

Post by Newcastleclaret93 » Sun Aug 07, 2022 10:12 am

RVclaret wrote:
Sun Aug 07, 2022 9:02 am
Watched back some highlights and he actually put a couple of excellent balls in, unfortunately no one attacked the space, I’m sure that will come with more playing time together / more attack minded players to come in.
Do you have a link would be interested in paying attention to this lad

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Re: Benson

Post by summitclaret » Sun Aug 07, 2022 10:12 am

A very promising start. Loved the interview.

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Re: Benson

Post by ecc » Sun Aug 07, 2022 11:01 am

I find some of these comments really difficult to comprehend. I thought he looked electric from the first touch.

Speed to burn, looks to take on his man straight away. Will give a lot of full-backs severe headaches and sore backsides this season.

Yes, he got a bit carried away with his shooting but I think that was due to wanting to do too much too soon.

Give him a few weeks to adapt to the country, club, teammates and system and he should be a real asset.
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Re: Benson

Post by Belgianclaret » Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:00 pm

As I said when he was mentioned on here first: great prospect but needs to improve his end product. I believe he will be able to do so over the next few seasons

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Re: Benson

Post by Gordaleman » Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:07 pm

Benson looked very promising from where I was at the Jimmy Mac end of the Bob Lord. To put on a performance like that having only arrived in Britain on Thursday was astonishing.

I'm sure he'll improve his crossing as he gets used to the other player's movement What scares me is if he embarrasses too many full backs, one of them will cripple him.

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Re: Benson

Post by ecc » Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:16 pm

Belgianclaret wrote:
Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:00 pm
As I said when he was mentioned on here first: great prospect but needs to improve his end product. I believe he will be able to do so over the next few seasons
Hi Belgianclaret,

I think some people don't always make a link between your user name and where you might live. :)

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Re: Benson

Post by Jamesy » Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:21 pm

KRBFC wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 5:10 pm
Looked lively had zero end product, should have scored twice and didn't hit the target with either.
Had three good opportunities where he failed to deliver a telling ball as well as the shot if you can call it that which was poor. Clearly all left foot but playing on right wing.
If he can sort out his final ball he will be exciting to watch.

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Re: Benson

Post by Belgianclaret » Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:30 pm

ecc wrote:
Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:16 pm
Hi Belgianclaret,

I think some people don't always make a link between your user name and where you might live. :)
🙂 maybe it’s because, as opposed to my friend Belgiumburnley, I don’t specifically refer to where I live (although I do reside in Belgium) 😜

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Re: Benson

Post by IanMcL » Sun Aug 07, 2022 3:56 pm

Reminded me of Jean-Louis Valois!

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Re: Benson

Post by Stayingup » Sun Aug 07, 2022 4:03 pm

Juan Tanamera wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 5:49 pm
I can see us winning a few penalties (remember them?) with this lad.
Yes we could. He needs to get into the box and his pace will terrify some defenders and hopefully concede a penalty. The team will work on how to get him into the box. He certainly provided some real zip.on the right.
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Re: Benson

Post by RVclaret » Mon Aug 08, 2022 7:54 am

Newcastleclaret93 wrote:
Sun Aug 07, 2022 10:12 am
Do you have a link would be interested in paying attention to this lad
Only just saw this question.

Extended highlights on clarets+

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Re: Benson

Post by tiger76 » Mon Aug 08, 2022 8:32 am

Gordaleman wrote:
Sun Aug 07, 2022 12:07 pm
Benson looked very promising from where I was at the Jimmy Mac end of the Bob Lord. To put on a performance like that having only arrived in Britain on Thursday was astonishing.

I'm sure he'll improve his crossing as he gets used to the other player's movement What scares me is if he embarrasses too many full backs, one of them will cripple him.
He provided a much needed tempo to our attacking play following a ponderous 1st half, and he did put in a couple of dangerous crosses, which arguably should have been attacked, but this will come with more understanding, for his debut he showed plenty enough to suggest he'll be a valuable player over the course of the season, and he's the type who excites fans, and this is what we've been crying out for for ages.

Regarding full backs putting the boot in, this is where we'll need strong referees, and I also noticed Luton doubled up on him a few times, so clearly they realised the threat he posed, but if teams are willing to do that it may create space for others if we can switch the play quickly enough.

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Re: Benson

Post by KRBFC » Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:46 pm

Can't cross for toffee and wtf even was that shot?
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Re: Benson

Post by Hibsclaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:50 pm

No idea why he shot with his right. Needed to be his stronger left.

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Re: Benson

Post by Belgianclaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:55 pm

Wasteful tonight - end product needs improving drastically

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Re: Benson

Post by Newcastleclaret93 » Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:59 pm

Tbf I think KRBFC’s scouting report was fairly accurate

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Re: Benson

Post by claretandy » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:01 pm

He's shite...

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Re: Benson

Post by Shaggy » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:03 pm

Newcastleclaret93 wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:59 pm
Tbf I think KRBFC’s scouting report was fairly accurate
Bloody hell the pair of you are UTCs very own gatekeeper and key master
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Re: Benson

Post by Bigvince » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:05 pm

He young, don’t think he’ll start many games, think he needs easing in off the bench. Glad some of you have already made your mind up about him, after 3 games.
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Re: Benson

Post by SkiptonClaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:06 pm

Bigvince wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:05 pm
He young, don’t think he’ll start many games, think he needs easing in off the bench. Glad some of you have already made your mind up about him, after 3 games.
He's not that young.

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Re: Benson

Post by Bigvince » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:09 pm

SkiptonClaret wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:06 pm
He's not that young.
Compared to most of last years squad he is!

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Re: Benson

Post by BurnleyFC » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:11 pm

He’s frightened to get kicked, frightened to take players on and frightened to cross the ball. You can see why he was relatively cheap.

For all the criticism Costelloe got, he looks like a better option to me.

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Re: Benson

Post by RVclaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:12 pm

Newcastleclaret93 wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 9:59 pm
Tbf I think KRBFC’s scouting report was fairly accurate
You were saying he could be our most exciting signing of the summer when he signed. After his debut you were very excited for more and said how it was promising.

Now a week later he’s shite.

Lol.
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Re: Benson

Post by Longsidejono » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:12 pm

Lennon with a left foot

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Re: Benson

Post by MACCA » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:13 pm

MACCA wrote:
Sat Aug 06, 2022 5:22 pm
Looked like a dog with a balloon, but he has only been here 2 days, these lads will need time to het used to both the system and the league.
You're rarely wrong.

If he's "2 footed" I'm , we'll I'll not go there.

A cameo to rival Gurerro (sp), horrid display

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Re: Benson

Post by Rumbletonk » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:21 pm

Thankfully you are the only person replying to you're own gibberish
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Re: Benson

Post by kentonclaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:23 pm

BurnleyFC wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:11 pm
He’s frightened to get kicked, frightened to take players on and frightened to cross the ball. You can see why he was relatively cheap.

For all the criticism Costelloe got, he looks like a better option to me.

In this week's edition of The Football League paper "The Big Interview" was with Vincent Kompany and there were some interesting comments regarding recruitment. On the subject of Benson, Quote "Benson, for instance, was recruited specifically because he had played in Belgium's top flight, a division with physical demands that Kompany says are comparable to the Championship."

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Re: Benson

Post by GodIsADeeJay81 » Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:30 pm

RVclaret wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:12 pm
You were saying he could be our most exciting signing of the summer when he signed. After his debut you were very excited for more and said how it was promising.

Now a week later he’s shite.

Lol.
That's pretty much what happened when we signed Brownhill, so it looks like Benson is next for the hated list.
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Re: Benson

Post by Bin Ont Turf » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:15 pm

Sorry, but I think he's a dud.

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Re: Benson

Post by KRBFC » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:22 pm

People were on here saying Lyon and Marseille wanted him, if so, I'd look to move him on immediately, of course he'd get nowhere near those sides.

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Re: Benson

Post by NewClaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:26 pm

RVclaret wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:12 pm
You were saying he could be our most exciting signing of the summer when he signed. After his debut you were very excited for more and said how it was promising.

Now a week later he’s shite.

Lol.
:lol: :lol: :lol:

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Re: Benson

Post by Sheedyclaret » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:38 pm

My word give the lad a chance..

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Re: Benson

Post by Superjohnnyfrancis » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:55 pm

Has he injured jbg in training, what’s the score on him is he playing this year or having another year off?

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Re: Benson

Post by CrosspoolClarets » Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:56 pm

I like him. He was gutted for missing those chances vs Luton, he mentioned it in the programme. Good attitude. His finished product should come. Some poor crosses tonight.

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Re: Benson

Post by mybloodisclaret » Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:00 am

Superjohnnyfrancis wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 11:55 pm
Has he injured jbg in training, what’s the score on him is he playing this year or having another year off?
No, he's not having a year off. In Vinny's pre match for Hull he said he is very close.
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Re: Benson

Post by mybloodisclaret » Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:01 am

MACCA wrote:
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:13 pm
You're rarely wrong.

If he's "2 footed" I'm , we'll I'll not go there.

A cameo to rival Gurerro (sp), horrid display
Sorry mate.... I like your posts but this is a hilarious reply to yourself... "You are rarely wrong" :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Re: Benson

Post by Superjohnnyfrancis » Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:07 am

mybloodisclaret wrote:
Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:00 am
No, he's not having a year off. In Vinny's pre match for Hull he said he is very close.
Very close to having a year off?

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Re: Benson

Post by scouseclaret » Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:28 am

I was worried when I watched an 8 minute clip of him on YouTube. Considering these things tend to be a showcase of a player’s talent, he showed lots of pace and trickery, but just one goal and no successful assists!

OK, you can’t judge a player off YouTube clips, but his stats support the impression of no end product - his goal scoring record is lamentable for an attacking player.

Nothing I’ve seen so far threatens to change my first impression.

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Re: Benson

Post by mybloodisclaret » Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:34 am

scouseclaret wrote:
Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:28 am
I was worried when I watched an 8 minute clip of him on YouTube. Considering these things tend to be a showcase of a player’s talent, he showed lots of pace and trickery, but just one goal and no successful assists!

OK, you can’t judge a player off YouTube clips, but his stats support the impression of no end product - his goal scoring record is lamentable for an attacking player.

Nothing I’ve seen so far threatens to change my first impression.
Vinny is coaching him, relax. Craig Bellamy, an outstanding forward is also working with him, he is young it will come.
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