by: patrickn

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:15:24 +0000

You’re right on all your points. Read the FAQ.

by: surebud

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 08:22:59 +0000

Firstly, I would like to point out that I have never bothered to comment on a video on Youtube, or any other website for that matter. I have decided to comment because this video is completely ridiculous, and unfair to a professional like Robinho who amidst the high pressures of winning in modern football, perseveres in his personal attacking philosophy. It takes a whole lot of guts to run at defenders and do the things he does on this level, he could take the easy way out in many plays, but chooses instead to take risks on the pitch, and risks inevitably lead to scoring chances. They also lead to ridicule, like in this case. But a true playmaker and one who plays for the joy of the game does not give in to cynics such as yourself. This is something that is ingrained in Brazilian football, I suggest you watch the documentary, “Ginga: The Soul of Brasilian Football”. Also, it is not his fault that people and PELE himself for that matter, dubbed him the next Pele. Robinho has stated on many occasions that although he is flattered by the comparison, that he is his own player. He was also called this as he lead Santos to their first title in many years, since the playing days of Pele I believe. You state on many occasions that his stepovers do not fool the defender, and this is true to an extent, but your outright certainty does show an amount of ignorance to the actual playing of the game. Stepovers can outright fool a defender but only in some situations. That is why he does many continuous stepovers in order to force the defender to commit so that he can move around them. Also, if the defender does not make a move, then they will only be reactionary when Robinho stops doing stepovers and actually runs a certain direction, which in most cases, is too late for the defender and he is already beaten. As for his diving and/or embellishment, you are pretty correct. I must point out though that you have an extra bias against Robinho, for he is not the only player who dives, I think that 90% of professional players dive or embellish to an extent, but that is another matter.In other words, you need to stop hating, it makes you look arrogant. In terms of Madrid,Capello benched him at the beginning of the season because of Robinho’s instinctive playing style, which contrasts with Capello’s authoritarian coaching style and tactics. Though near the end of the season, it is well documented that Robinho became an integral component to the success of winning the league. He started out as a super-sub and eventually won a starting place. Right after that, he went to Copa America and single-handedly led the Brazilian national team to the title. He won tournament MVP, and leading goal scorer. Not only that, he played with the characteristic style of a Brazilian footballer. He absolutlely embarassed the Chilean defender on that play, the defender was so confused that he fell on his ass.The only way for the defender to maintain some dignity was to get up and hack Robinho down. His form this season is pretty damn good and I’ve heard him be referred to as the hottest player in La Liga. He’s doing great in Champions League too. You should watch his plays against Olympiakos, you might learn something.I am not saying Robinho is better than Pele or Kaka, but cut the guy some slack and stop hating. Pele was phenomenal and is the best player to have ever lived. But in his time, people did not dive, and people did not do stepovers. These two things have only become more popular in the last 10 years or so. Kaka is a phenomenal player and a great example of an ideal modern footballer. He combines pace,power,skill, and most importantly, efficiency.It is evident though, that he does not fancy stepovers, that’s cool though, some players just don’t do them, ex.Kaka,Totti,Raul,Robben. Everybody has their own style, and Kaka’s is ideal for a tactically sophisticated side like AC Milan. As for Robinho being faster than Kaka, that is rubbish. Robinho may look faster because of his smaller legs and quicker strides, but he is not. Robinho might have better acceleration, but once Kaka gets going, he has one of the highest top speeds in the world, he is like a freight train for god sakes. One final tip,I don’t know how much soccer you play or what level, but to me it sounds like you need to get out and play a little more, because your comments scream out ignorance. Maybe not, maybe it’s just hate and/or jealousy. I don’t want to attack your personal character, but I think you deserve a taste of your own medicine. Don’t bother spewing philosophical terms because it doesn’t make you sound smart either. I could go on and on but I think that is enough for now. For the record and anyone who may read this, I am Canadian, and yes, some of us do understand this beautiful game. If only the people running our national team thought like me….lol.

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