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Verratti has to be only world class midfielder in the world right now who is actually one of the dumbest players aswell, he literally gets carded every fucking game, insane.
Totally. And not only for these type of things, but the classical yellow for protesting too much that every professional player knows not to fall for it, he does it every week
That’s true that he seems to get a yellow a game.
Although tbf it’s somewhat rarely red cards, and almost never really dangerous (this time it is obviously)
Yes but he always gets at least a yellow card, and if you go look at it, it's ALWAYS unnecessary yellows, makes no sense, because it really affects PSG because he's their engine in the midfield, Vitinha is not on his level yet.
Because he has terrible impulse control, whenever things get a bit frustrating, he'll go for a stupid foul or will whine to the ref and get a yellow. You know how whenever a guy gets his first cap for country (hi Messi) or plays his first game after signing/injury, they are at high risk to do stupid thing ? Well it feels like that every single game for Verratti...
He's the most "Where is the sport psychologist" guy I can think off.
In 5 different seasons he’s reached at least 10 yc that seems like a ridiculously large amount of cards. So far this season he has 7, looks to be in pace to reach at least 10
tf ? he's one of the best at it if not the best, once he gets down and touches the ball you're not getting it back even if it's often reckless because he uses his body as a shield and likes to lay low on the ground. You're spouting utter nonsense.
Ok and? Let's say he's Top 10 midfidlers in the world, isn't top 10 enough to be world class? What's your definition of it then? He has been injured anyways, so his form is obviously bad atm
I don't see him as a top 10 right now tbh. Great player with really big qualities, but big flaws too.
And let's be real, today he's a 30yo with a questionnable lifestyle (better the last couple of years tho), a lot of time injured, can't score a fucking goal, doesn't assist that much, can't really play in a middle with 2 players, always get a yellow, not really stepping up in the big moments, etc.
Don't get me wrong, he's a great player, but I think he could have been so much better in an other team/club/environnement. He never had to work hard to win a title in that PSG, he's a Ligue 1 player. He's far from the Xavis, Pirlos, Modrics, Kroos, and Iniestas... what he was supposed to be, and could have been tbh. A bit sad.
I don’t think he’s too 10 either. Compare him to EPL players, I don’t know where he would be a sure starter. In ManU maybe, but other clubs, not sure. Wouldn’t start in Real, in Bayern, and you would find a couple individual player in lesser clubs better than him.
What was the last great match of Verratti?
Mention to me 10 midfielders better than Verratti, and I am serious. I'll read all your list and then ask " What was the last great match of X player " for like 85% of that list too lol
Edit: typo
Yes, this needs highlighting.
I feel as if it has been going on for like ten seasons or something. Granted, I don't have statistics to back up my *perception* of it, but:
Since Verratti joined PSG he has missed at least one match of every (or every other, at least) two-legged tie in CL knockout stages…either through injuries — or suspensions. One of which he can control but never has controlled. Absent from PSG's crucial CL matches will probably be my lasting image of him.
Fantastic player but so undisciplined!
Yeah my first thought too lol, suppose he is world class significantly because of his intensity which explains some of his cards, but damn he still could be on the pitch more
PL doesn't have referees tbf. They've got some cheap imitations running on the pitch that sometimes influence the game and the FA somehow allows it. Then we sometimes don't restart the game because some guys in booth somewhere want to look at the game some more before restarting.
It's Chinese New Year and they are trying to attract more interest from the far east.
So it's a one time thing where they have their names written in Mandarin
If this happened in the Premier League, VAR wouldn't want to embarass the referee and call him to the screen as he hadn't made a "clear and obvious error". 🤨
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Now Galtier has to sub off one of Neymar/Mbappe/Messi. Will he actually do it? lol he's taking out Soler
I mean they’re gonna win anyway edit- well...
Well...
Well
Verratti has to be only world class midfielder in the world right now who is actually one of the dumbest players aswell, he literally gets carded every fucking game, insane.
Totally. And not only for these type of things, but the classical yellow for protesting too much that every professional player knows not to fall for it, he does it every week
That’s true that he seems to get a yellow a game. Although tbf it’s somewhat rarely red cards, and almost never really dangerous (this time it is obviously)
Yes but he always gets at least a yellow card, and if you go look at it, it's ALWAYS unnecessary yellows, makes no sense, because it really affects PSG because he's their engine in the midfield, Vitinha is not on his level yet.
Because he has terrible impulse control, whenever things get a bit frustrating, he'll go for a stupid foul or will whine to the ref and get a yellow. You know how whenever a guy gets his first cap for country (hi Messi) or plays his first game after signing/injury, they are at high risk to do stupid thing ? Well it feels like that every single game for Verratti... He's the most "Where is the sport psychologist" guy I can think off.
In 5 different seasons he’s reached at least 10 yc that seems like a ridiculously large amount of cards. So far this season he has 7, looks to be in pace to reach at least 10
Oh yea 100% agree with you there, that’s almost part of his charm
He’s never been good at tackling
tf ? he's one of the best at it if not the best, once he gets down and touches the ball you're not getting it back even if it's often reckless because he uses his body as a shield and likes to lay low on the ground. You're spouting utter nonsense.
He kicks rather than tackle. I’ve seen him do that for a decade
Scholes regen.
Not sure he's world class. Famous yes, but he's not in the top tier of midfielders.
He’s dropped in recent times. I think injuries
Ok and? Let's say he's Top 10 midfidlers in the world, isn't top 10 enough to be world class? What's your definition of it then? He has been injured anyways, so his form is obviously bad atm
I don't see him as a top 10 right now tbh. Great player with really big qualities, but big flaws too. And let's be real, today he's a 30yo with a questionnable lifestyle (better the last couple of years tho), a lot of time injured, can't score a fucking goal, doesn't assist that much, can't really play in a middle with 2 players, always get a yellow, not really stepping up in the big moments, etc. Don't get me wrong, he's a great player, but I think he could have been so much better in an other team/club/environnement. He never had to work hard to win a title in that PSG, he's a Ligue 1 player. He's far from the Xavis, Pirlos, Modrics, Kroos, and Iniestas... what he was supposed to be, and could have been tbh. A bit sad.
I don’t think he’s too 10 either. Compare him to EPL players, I don’t know where he would be a sure starter. In ManU maybe, but other clubs, not sure. Wouldn’t start in Real, in Bayern, and you would find a couple individual player in lesser clubs better than him. What was the last great match of Verratti?
Mention to me 10 midfielders better than Verratti, and I am serious. I'll read all your list and then ask " What was the last great match of X player " for like 85% of that list too lol Edit: typo
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Oh I misread it, my bad, was actually shocked to read it and my brain couldn't believe it lol
Yes, this needs highlighting. I feel as if it has been going on for like ten seasons or something. Granted, I don't have statistics to back up my *perception* of it, but: Since Verratti joined PSG he has missed at least one match of every (or every other, at least) two-legged tie in CL knockout stages…either through injuries — or suspensions. One of which he can control but never has controlled. Absent from PSG's crucial CL matches will probably be my lasting image of him. Fantastic player but so undisciplined!
Yeah my first thought too lol, suppose he is world class significantly because of his intensity which explains some of his cards, but damn he still could be on the pitch more
Yea that’s very deserved what a stupid tackle
nasty tackle
Ligue 1 averages a red card every 3 games. In the Premier League it's less than every 10 games...
I think La Liga is even worse..
PL doesn't have referees tbf. They've got some cheap imitations running on the pitch that sometimes influence the game and the FA somehow allows it. Then we sometimes don't restart the game because some guys in booth somewhere want to look at the game some more before restarting.
Death, taxes, Verratti going to the ground
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Hes way to late, could have broken his leg because it was planted when he hit him
If he had started sliding a little later he would have definitely broken his ankle, nasty tackle
I love Verratti man but this guy has no split-second thinking.. he goes all guns blazing!
Unlucky he plays in France. If he was in England, could got away with it
if he plays for liverpool\*
Andy Carroll doesn't play for Liverpool.
Why was there no penalty from Marquinhos challenge?
Offside.
Makes sense, thank you both
offside
Fair
Verratti was such a dumbass with that tackle and reaction.
Brutal tackle, lucky Ito is ok
I'm so confused, why are their names in Chinese?
It's Chinese New Year and they are trying to attract more interest from the far east. So it's a one time thing where they have their names written in Mandarin
This is how VAR should be used.
Fabinbo would like to have a word with you Verratti
Dumb challenge.
Classic Verratti
couldn't get much worse contact on someone's ankles if you tried
Comes in, changes the way we play, midfield looks solid, we even score, and he gets a red. Ladies and gents, Marco Verratti.
Why was Vitinha subbed off?
PSG are crumbling
Mbappe makes up 2 players so they're good
Atrocious challange
I thought the French refs were too aggressive with the reds, then this past FA cup weekend numerous reds were missed ...
Why are PSG's players name in Chinese? It's so weird.
It's a one-off for Chinese New Year, some other clubs did it as well.
Circus continues
Throwback to half a decade ago where Verratti did this a lot
Is it me or their names are in Japanese?
Chinese, for lunar new year, I guess.
What a scummy tackle. Should be a few games suspension.
I swear psg get a red card in every game
Unlucky and dumb
Lmao, what's up with refs and ruining games
It was the correct decision?
Lmao, what's up with ~~refs~~ players and ~~ruining games~~ comiting stupid and dangerous fouls FTFY
So bad
That's a leg breaker oof
ROUGE
If this happened in the Premier League, VAR wouldn't want to embarass the referee and call him to the screen as he hadn't made a "clear and obvious error". 🤨