Eddie Johnson at Cardiff

I'm sure everyone is aware of this one, but it sounds like he'll make the squad for next game.

http://www.cardiffcityfc.premiumtv.co.u ... 30,00.html

 

Eddie Lewis to Cardiff?

I thought he just signed with LA. I guess they didnt think there could be more than one American "Eddie" good enough to play in England.




http://www.cardiffcity-mad.co.uk/

 

RE: Johnson v. Johnson

Too many Eddies and Johnsons these days, so confusing.

BTW, Ray Lewington's son is also playing for MK Dons. 1 - 0 Cardiff at half on a PK (not Eddie).

 

RE: Johnson v. Johnson

Eddie played the full 90 minutes (3 first half injuries left Cardiff no choice in the matter) and did get a strike on goal which, based on the reports (not just Cardiff's view), was a good shot that required a great save from the goalie to keep out (knocked up, hit the cross bar, and went over for a corner).

 

RE: Johnson v. Johnson

Well, on his debut, Johnson did less than impress the Cardiff fans.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/606/A40122983

http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/606/A40117673

All a bit harsh but then again, I didn't see the match.

 

Too bad, sounds like the same old EJ. I wish he would work harder. Eddie's interview made it sound like he was happy with this move and ready to show what he can do.

 

Does anyone think EJ might have been more of a Sanchez signing than a Hodgson signing? I think the rumors started B4 Hodgson arrived.

 

Re: RE: Johnson v. Johnson

Seems like the conclusion the comments came to on both of those posts is that too much shouldn't be made of an unimpressive debut since he's just getting match fit and probably doesn't even know his teammates' names yet.

 

What a surprise EJ didn't impress his new team's fanbase w/his work rate :roll: Who knows, he might end up doing well for them :lol: , but my prediction is that he'll be back in the MLS by next summer.

 

Does it come down to the age old practice of yank footballers? Athletes that lack a footballer's mind.

 

Wasn't saying I bought into the stereotype. Simply spouting what I've continually hear. I agree with that assessment in EJ's case to the extent that he has a great deal of maturing to do. He isn't up to the prem level yet and it doesn't come down to his physical abilities, but more so his lack mental sharpness.

It comes down to making the right pass, putting himself in the right position, winning the 50/50 opportunities and bringing his teammates into the game.

 

He has matured quite a bit since he was a flake for KC in 2006 -- remember how he didn't go straight back to his team after the WC? We all deserve a second chance in this life, and he seems to be taking it. He shouldn't be too surprised at catching flak from Cardiff fans for being American, that comes with the territory. I hope he puts a few in the back of the net. And comes back to the Ws and puts in a few more. He needs to, or else back to KC with him.

Also, I noticed the more reasoned Cardiff fans on the two linked forums say more or less the same thing.

 

I didnt read any of the Cardiff fans slagging him because he is American; they were slagging him because they didnt think he worked hard. They also were hoping to get a premiership quality player or close to it.

Don, this seems reasonable to me, but then I have to ask you, why would his coach start him and play him the full 90?

 

i wholly agree with the assessment that he needs time to acclimate, however, the same criticisms seem to have dogged him for the past year. dude needs to seriously turn it around and fast. there's still hope.

 

Eddie didn't get into the Cardif - Shef Untd game until the 86th minute today. Final 0 - 0.

 

EJ came on at the 78th minute against Derby and got his head on a corner kick, but knocked it wide. Game ended 1-1.