Igor Thiago (2 Viewers)

[Beecareful]

Caicedo started the game.

I think that early yellow card took the sting out of him for the rest of the game to be honest, as he’d started off clearly pumped up for the occasion.

There’s a lot more to come with Igor and whilst not perfect currently, there’s a lot to like still.

yep.

shame we dont have a reserve cf.

 

[beesupfulhamdown!]

Proper number 9 performance

 

[Andy_Mc_is_God]

Still some rough edges but thought he did well tonight. Created some good chances and put in a hell of a shift.

Looking better and better.
Holding his hamstring after that great run and rubbish pass just before he went off.
that he’s OK, already pivotal to how we play.

 

[sussexb]

Looking better and better.
Holding his hamstring after that great run and rubbish pass just before he went off.
that he’s OK, already pivotal to how we play.

I'm hoping that was just him making an excuse for the terrible pass after the great run!

 

[LongLostBee]

Was just a shame Schade didn’t score, from him bringing it down and laying it off to him, to further reinforce in some people’s minds he’s a good player. Put in a really good shift and like someone else said just looked like he was struggling with a hammy later in the game.

 

[ziggys_human]

Was just a shame Schade didn’t score, from him bringing it down and laying it off to him, to further reinforce in some people’s minds he’s a good player. Put in a really good shift and like someone else said just looked like he was struggling with a hammy later in the game.

i think he'd struggle more WITHOUT a hammy (or two), lol

 

[Isleworth_Bee]

Hes still feeding off scraps atm.

But 100% looking like hes going to have a good season.

 

[Ken_Hom's_Wok]

Seem to be in the minority here, but I thought he was excellent yesterday. His reading of the game has improved massively and he has all
The physical attributes to succeed at this level.

 

[psg150]

Best performance for us yet. His touch is improving and he's adapting to the speed of the game. Still needs time but getting there.

 

[brentfordfc4ever]

Thought he was much better. Seems like the basics are still a struggle however. I'm on the fence and looking forward to watching him improve as the season progresses

 

[RoyBee]

Very good performance. Worked his socks off and caused them no end of problems.

 

[BFC1997]

Thought he was much better. Seems like the basics are still a struggle however.

????

 

[alexinho]

Was just a shame Schade didn’t score, from him bringing it down and laying it off to him, to further reinforce in some people’s minds he’s a good player. Put in a really good shift and like someone else said just looked like he was struggling with a hammy later in the game.

On another day he ends up with two assists if Schade scores that and that cushioned header into the path of Jensen is a couple of feet further away from the keeper/ Jensen is a yard quicker. Showed really good vision, awareness and technical ability to execute first time volleyed passes from high balls coming at him while he is under a lot of pressure from a defender. This guy is going to be a beast for us.

 

[Balders Bee]

Positive signs from the big fella. He's definitely got a touch and linked well with Schade. Willing to work his socks off and put a defensive shift in when required.
His match sharpness is still a work in progress but you can visibly see the improvement on a game by game basis. Have no doubts that Thiago will be every inch a 30 million plus striker for us.

 

[lanzabee]

Another good shift. Benifited from having another forward/Schade playing a bit closer to him as both can then profit from their touches and lay offs.

 

[Gee Bee]

Was just a shame Schade didn’t score, from him bringing it down and laying it off to him, to further reinforce in some people’s minds he’s a good player. Put in a really good shift and like someone else said just looked like he was struggling with a hammy later in the game.

Thought Schade could have passed back to him rather than get difficult shot a way

 

[Downbeat Bee]

What did he do before Caidedo came on?

I really not seeing a lot here. Can't hold up a ball (once in 90 mins from my observation).

What does he do that's so great please? (Not asking you but the wider audience of course). I'm just not seeing it tbh.

Early days given his injuries and some positive signs but considerable scope for improvement

 

[Beecareful]

Another good shift. Benifited from having another forward/Schade playing a bit closer to him as both can then profit from their touches and lay offs.

excellent point

 

[stomalomalus]

What did he do before Caidedo came on?

I really not seeing a lot here. Can't hold up a ball (once in 90 mins from my observation).

What does he do that's so great please? (Not asking you but the wider audience of course). I'm just not seeing it tbh.

That says it all, really. Caicedo wasn't really in the game until Thiago came off. He did a great job of taking him out of the game.

His touch off for Schade, over his shoulder, was class. His brushing off of whichever defender it was, again class. And he had a few more nice touches.

Unfortunately just that, but I don't think that's on him: he didn't get that many opportunities to show what he can do. But on this showing, I think he'll take those chances when they do come. Strong, quick, and good, but rough control. I like.

 

[cheshirebee]

Getting better with every game.
Gave a champions league defence a hard time.
As long as he stays fit, he’s gonna be a Bees legend within a couple of years.

 

[CTBee]

What did he do before Caidedo came on?

I really not seeing a lot here. Can't hold up a ball (once in 90 mins from my observation).

What does he do that's so great please? (Not asking you but the wider audience of course). I'm just not seeing it tbh.

If you can't notice that Caicedo started the game then it's no wonder you're missing aspects of Thaigo's game

 

[BFC1997]

What did he do before Caidedo came on?

I really not seeing a lot here. Can't hold up a ball (once in 90 mins from my observation).

What does he do that's so great please? (Not asking you but the wider audience of course). I'm just not seeing it tbh.

Wow. You are well wide of the mark here.

 

[Banana]

Wow. You are well wide of the mark here.

I don't doubt it, hence my question to you(s) to inform me.

 

[sussexb]

I don't doubt it, hence my question to you(s) to inform me.

Just to pick a few - his volleyed lay off to Schade in the first half which was brilliant; the hold up play and cross that led to Schade nearly scoring straight after their equaliser; the great run that finished with a poor pass and him feeling his hamstring; the flick on for Jensen that the keeper just got to.

 

[stevil]

Just to pick a few - his volleyed lay off to Schade in the first half which was brilliant; the hold up play and cross that led to Schade nearly scoring straight after their equaliser; the great run that finished with a poor pass and him feeling his hamstring; the flick on for Jensen that the keeper just got to.

Yeah, but apart from the volleyed lay-off, the hold-up play, the great run and the flick-on… what has Thiago ever done for us??

 

[Andrelux]

Yeah, but apart from the volleyed lay-off, the hold-up play, the great run and the flick-on… what has Thiago ever done for us??

Brought peace?

 

[ABEEE]

Him or Fab last min winner. Against fulham away end goes crazy.

 

[A Real Mysteron]

Yeah, but apart from the volleyed lay-off, the hold-up play, the great run and the flick-on… what has Thiago ever done for us??

The aqueducts?

 

[BFC1997]

Just to pick a few - his volleyed lay off to Schade in the first half which was brilliant; the hold up play and cross that led to Schade nearly scoring straight after their equaliser; the great run that finished with a poor pass and him feeling his hamstring; the flick on for Jensen that the keeper just got to.

He was also directly involved in our opener.

Bullied and beat their defender (Chalobah?) to the ball in transition, a ball he had no right to win. Excellent strength and power in the duel.

This got the ball back to Jensen (rather than Chelsea continuing their dangerous attack) and also had Chalobah (?) hopelessly out of position when we came out with the ball - leaving Schade 1v1 in behind when Henderson played him through to score.

 

[longdistancebee]

Nothing will probably be known until training today, but any updates on his hamstring? From my position in N126 he definitely pulled up after that run. Hope just cramp, as someone did suggest.

 

[JCMcBee]

.....I don't mind him as a target man..if that's how KA is going to play him....as long as he continues to develop an understanding with KS and DO...so they can play off him....as an out and out striker... I'm not sure... certainly not in set up KA seems to be adopting.

 

[aslan]

Chelsea seemed very unsure of who, out of him and Kev, was going to be running in behind, coming short, going up for the header etc the two of them will confuse a lot of defences if they play together, especially if against a back 3

 

[Les Beeavinu]

Nothing will probably be known until training today, but any updates on his hamstring? From my position in N126 he definitely pulled up after that run. Hope just cramp, as someone did suggest.

He had a high impact block which resulted in him chasing that long ball so I suspect (hope?) it may have just been a reaction to that.

 

[mundee4england]

I thought he was just trying to cover up for passing it straight out of play, touch the knee, rub the calf… we’ve all been there!

 

[beesupfulhamdown!]

Chelsea seemed very unsure of who, out of him and Kev, was going to be running in behind, coming short, going up for the header etc the two of them will confuse a lot of defences if they play together, especially if against a back 3

Agree i thought they both looked very dangerous as a 2.

 

[hanworthbee]

I thought he was just trying to cover up for passing it straight out of play, touch the knee, rub the calf… we’ve all been there!

Definitely looked like he was Holding his hammy but he ran not long after so maybe it was cramp

 

[shepperton bee]

Definitely thought it was his best game for us without doubt his performances are moving in the right direction.
Those cameos at the end of last season the friendlies against QPR and BMG , Forest, can’t deny I was worried a bit and scratching my head as to what he has to offer , but he’s gradually showing what he’s capable of and if he continues to grow I think we’ve got a decent striker .

 

[TW1Bee]

Gave Tosin a lot to think about

 

[BuzzingBee95]

Here’s my take on Igor.

Against Chelsea, at times, he was very isolated. Against opposition like that, that’s pretty normal. Now, is he showing the same ability like Ivan, to create magic on his own, no, not yet. That’s why Ivan was such hot property.

But, there were enough individuals moments, most notably when he had it in the left corner and swung the ball in resulting in Kev’s shot, to suggest he can play at the very least.

He’s already got numbers on the board, so that’s pacifies of the major concerns for new strikers, so I don’t see why that phrase “he’ll be fine” doesn’t apply here too

 

[JANORAK]

I thought he was just trying to cover up for passing it straight out of play, touch the knee, rub the calf… we’ve all been there!

Masonic Lodge?

 

[Lee The Bee]

I thought he was just trying to cover up for passing it straight out of play, touch the knee, rub the calf… we’ve all been there!

He was right in front of us and had a massive smile on his face when he did that so I thought the same thing as you at the time.

 

[damsgard.szn]

Do not want to see him tonight!

 

[beesupfulhamdown!]

Do not want to see him tonight!

Agree deserves a rest

 

[Bigbee]

or a chance to get up to speed?

 

[North London Bee]

Bench hopefully

 

[Windmill Rd Bee]

Disagree, would rather him over Schade who played the full 90 v Chelsea and who IMO is the more important of the two. Without having signed another centre forward we need Thiago to be able to get through three-game weeks.

 

[beesupfulhamdown!]

Disagree, would rather him over Schade who played the full 90 v Chelsea and who IMO is the more important of the two. Without having signed another centre forward we need Thiago to be able to get through three-game weeks.

Dango can play down the middle give Kevin and igor a rest.

 

[damsgard.szn]

Disagree, would rather him over Schade who played the full 90 v Chelsea and who IMO is the more important of the two. Without having signed another centre forward we need Thiago to be able to get through three-game weeks.

precisely why he cannot be risked midweek, we have them scummy lot on the weekend

 

[Kingston Bee]

Disagree, would rather him over Schade who played the full 90 v Chelsea and who IMO is the more important of the two. Without having signed another centre forward we need Thiago to be able to get through three-game weeks.

We don't though do we?

 

[Windmill Rd Bee]

We don't though do we?

If we're actually serious about giving the cups a go this year I'd argue we do. I get Dango has played there before and we've got a big game on Saturday but I'd rather start Igor and swap him for Kev after an hour than the other way round.