Mark Flekken (Closed Thread)

[cm_851]

He didn’t have anywhere near as much to do against Spurs but it felt, watching him in that game, as though there had been a change.

Can’t put my finger on it, maybe it was subtle body language, or a couple of individual actions, but he seemed different and confident in that game.

He’s then followed it up with a performance, which if we are honest, is possibly the highest level of performance a Brentford goalkeeper has ever put in.

He’s mentioned in an interview a few weeks back that he was beginning to feel himself again after a non-perfect start. Perhaps this natural “settling in”, combined with the fresh blood and competition in the GK unit, with Valdimarsson, is what has brought him back to his top level. Great to see.

He was good at Tottenham but Monday night was exceptional. Alongside lots of others I’ve criticised him on here but that performance alone shows he’s a top keeper, it’s now about consistency

 

[JollyOllie]

That's true. That'll be inbreeding to see is how he does in the next match.

Pretty sure I meant interesting there

 

[badgerbee]

Amazing how some people go very quiet. I'm sure he'll back when it suits his agenda.

Taking an 'enforced' break I think...

 

[Untouchable]

Outstanding again today

 

[taxi driver]

Outstanding again today

Did really well

The disallowed goal is a recurring problem for our defense, including Flekken, which we need to defend better.

The coming and claiming the cross at the end is what I've been waiting for ?

 

[cm_851]

Terrific again, world class saves and dominated his box. Defence looks more confident on him and now look as if they can rely on him. That save in the first half today was class

 

[GP200]

………..some super saves today………

 

[IslandBee]

Last week just about put to bed the Flekken is a problem nonsense; today was the mug of cocoa!

 

[bee good]

That was a crucial save just before half-time. Absolutely top-class goalkeeping. Kept us 1-0 up at HT.

 

[beeeehive]

Starting to look very settled and confident, maybe the new signing was a good motivation for him!

 

[Mark H]

Another great game for him and looks so much on crosses. Happy for him.

 

[JosephBFC]

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[johndub]

Really pleased for him.

 

[TOXIC BEE]

Really happy for him, that clean sheet will be huge for him and the defence. Some quality saves and looked much more comfortable claiming crosses, very good last 2 games.

 

[Ghost]

Ever since I called him a useless tw*t in a footy group chat he has been on fire. I shall keep defaming him if he keeps up this form. Fair play big Fleks.

 

[gordonbankole]

As one of the doubters, I am delighted he is now showing why we signed him.

From his interviews it seems like he has been as critical as anyone of his own performances.

Well done to MF for upping his game and long may it continue. The clean sheet should also do his confidence the world of good.

 

[b42long....]

I have to say he’s turned it around massively, pleased for him

 

[Doovster]

What a transformation, all began v Spurs and he's grown in every game since.

Amazing what a bit of confidence and clearly now feeling settled can do for you.

 

[PGH_Bee]

Excellent showing. My only very minor complaint is that there were 1-2 times he punched a ball out which I thought should have been catchable, but that’s a small thing and comes down more to style

 

[IzakAndrews]

Got to say he has been outstanding not just today but the last few games. He has always been honest that he hasn't hit the level he feels he can in a bees shirt and we are starting to see that. It does feel like (fingers crossed) he is getting better every game. Long may it continue

 

[Beat Poet]

Excellent showing. My only very minor complaint is that there were 1-2 times he punched a ball out which I thought should have been catchable, but that’s a small thing and comes down more to style

I thought the same, but can imagine it's like, if the catch isn't entirely on, it's better to get a fist on it and clear it, rather than risk fumbling the catch or worse still, not coming for it at all.

 

[JRTBEE]

Safe to say we have not seen the best of him yet, very good performance today a great save and looked very assured.

 

[detours]

Excellent showing. My only very minor complaint is that there were 1-2 times he punched a ball out which I thought should have been catchable, but that’s a small thing and comes down more to style

Honestly, loved Flekken's many catches today, but if there's any pressure or doubt about it, a punch that lands outside the penalty area is fine by me ? and they all did.

 

[rebus]

I hope he enjoys a nice cold beer tonight and puts his feet up. He deserves it.

 

[NorthamptonBee]

What a save and at a vital time, I had my doubts now I want his babies.

 

[wanderer paul]

What a save and at a vital time, I had my doubts now I want his babies.

weirdo.

 

[FlyBee]

Taking an 'enforced' break I think...

A blue card?

 

[cd1994]

I hope he enjoys a nice cold beer tonight and puts his feet up. He deserves it.

agreed ! but only a couple of beers. He's going to be well tested in the next 2 matches.. although they are both free-hits for us

 

[NorthamptonBee]

weirdo.

Homophobe.

 

[randello]

Played behind the same defence for consecutive games and has Toney as an outlet. Look what happens.

 

[TorbayBee]

The crowd singing his name just lifted him. You see the human being just trying to do his best. He could feel the ambivalence and animosity towards him. We all want to be loved. Let’s sing his name before every game

 

[BeeHomeSoon]

Flawless game today from Mark.

 

[Ken_Hom's_Wok]

Been critical of him and at the time I think justified, but the best thing about the people running this club is they know better than I, and I’m very happy to be proven wrong. Congratulations Mark, keep it up. You’ve got all the attributes to be a success here

 

[Isleworth_Bee]

So happy for him.

Game winning save today.

 

[Isleworth_Bee]

Just seen it again……. That save is unreal!!!! Class.

 

[Les Beeavinu]

That save was better and more important than any against Man City.

 

[badgerbee]

That save was better and more important than any against Man City.

Agree in terms of the importance/end result.
And probably quality. (Although the 1 on 1 from Haaland was impressive).
But maybe if he hadn't made those against Man City, he wouldn't have made the one yesterday......
Confidence and all that......

 

[Hippobee]

Agree in terms of the importance/end result.
And probably quality. (Although the 1 on 1 from Haaland was impressive).
But maybe if he hadn't made those against Man City, he wouldn't have made the one yesterday......
Confidence and all that......

Was thinking exactly the same thing.

Knowing he was going to be be the target in a shooting gallery against City may well have really got his mojo going. And making one stop, then another and another in that game, got his confidence going and the crowd well behind him. Has also given his defenders more confidence in his ability too, I think.

That confidence has clearly continued, giving him the belief to command the box better and anticipate shots, then saving them. There is no position on the pitch where getting your head right is more important than the goalkeeper. Mark Flekken is now in his happy place.

 

[BeesManMax]

Criticised when he was poor so only right to compliment now. He’s been brilliant the last few games!!

 

[gazzathebee]

has looked like a different gk these last 3 games and really stepped up and its good to see hope he keeps up the high level of performances!

 

[Voice from the Braemar]

Incredible save at foot of post from that header ?? we’ve got a proper keeper now ?

 

[Doovster]

Just like Maupay he's found a yard of extra speed in his reactions. Amazing how much of this game is played in your head.

 

[SlumanBee]

The disallowed goal is a recurring problem for our defense, including Flekken, which we need to defend better.

Agree on the defence - we are so poor at defending headers it is unreal. See the save from Neto also, back post unchallenged.

Interested how you think Flekken could have done better for the disallowed Dawson goal?

 

[brighton bee]

A Dutch guy I work with says their number 1 has gone down injured and could be a doubt for the Euros.

Leaving Flekken and that guy on the bench at Brighton to potentially start for them going into the tournament.

An extra motivation to keep up this form?

 

[taxi driver]

Agree on the defence - we are so poor at defending headers it is unreal. See the save from Neto also, back post unchallenged.

Interested how you think Flekken could have done better for the disallowed Dawson goal?

It's not the first "goal" we have conceded in that manner.

Like I said it's a collective defensive effort that will include Ivan, Flekken and everybody else too.

There must be a way to defend that ball in ?

I have no real ideas on how but we need to be more assertive for sure.

 

[bexleybee]

Top but of game management throwing a spare ball onto the pitch when Wolves had a breakaway. Worth the yellow card. Not sure about a blue card for keepers though lol

 

[Owlsmoor_Bee]

It's not the first "goal" we have conceded in that manner.

Like I said it's a collective defensive effort that will include Ivan, Flekken and everybody else too.

There must be a way to defend that ball in ?

I have no real ideas on how but we need to be more assertive for sure.

Stopping it at source. The moment someone delivers a ball of that quality into that area, you’re in big trouble.

 

[Ash]

2 weeks in a row!

 

[wanderer paul]

2 weeks in a row!

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FFS.

Waiting for the Arsenal offer now……?

Maybe we can get Raya back?! ?

 

[JANORAK]

2 weeks in a row!

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What does it say about him?