[Ekeke]

So because it´s hard to keep up with United fans, is Rojo still good after another weekend? And what kind of sorcery is Van Gaal using? Still no bookings for Rojo? Im pretty amazed with his disciplinary record so far.

He's done the minimal amount of the defensive work with young McNair taking more of a leading role, so thats probably why he hasn't got into trouble yet.

He's played plenty of simple passes out of the back, one or two that havent been so good. But in general, tidy

 

[ZDwyr]

I thought he was really nervy on the ball early and a few times his distribution was a little off. Was alright apart from that though I guess.

 

[Sly]

He's done the minimal amount of the defensive work with young McNair taking more of a leading role, so thats probably why he hasn't got into trouble yet.

He's played plenty of simple passes out of the back, one or two that havent been so good. But in general, tidy

Thanks for the input.

McNair is taking a leading role? Surprised by that. Was expecting the argentinian internacional to pick up that responsability. They have good chemistry between them. It will be a shame if they break up the duo when Jones and Smalling are back in contention.

 

[Alock1]

He's done the minimal amount of the defensive work with young McNair taking more of a leading role, so thats probably why he hasn't got into trouble yet.

Definitely not true for the West Ham game where Rojo made 4 interceptions to Mcnairs 1, and 10 clearances.

Today they had a fairly equal share, but Lukaka targeted Mcnair more often. Likely that was a tactic though, and nothing to do with Rojo taking responsibility or taking a backseat.

 

[Sly]

Definitely not true for the West Ham game where Rojo made 4 interceptions to Mcnairs 1, and 10 clearances.

Today they had a fairly equal share, but Lukaka targeted Mcnair more often. Likely that was a tactic though, and nothing to do with Rojo taking responsibility or taking a backseat.

That´s why i was surprised by what Ekeke said. I saw the West Ham game and i thought that Rojo was commanding the defence and player "guiding". Couldn´t watch this one. But like i said, there´s good chemistry in that duo. It´s also a credit to United´s academy. Never heard of McNair and he looks very mature with good composure, for someone his age. Looks like one for the future.

 

[revel911]

Definitely not true for the West Ham game where Rojo made 4 interceptions to Mcnairs 1, and 10 clearances.

Today they had a fairly equal share, but Lukaka targeted Mcnair more often. Likely that was a tactic though, and nothing to do with Rojo taking responsibility or taking a backseat.

I thought the same thing. Martinez had probably pushed all of his strikers to do so.

 

[Ekeke]

Definitely not true for the West Ham game where Rojo made 4 interceptions to Mcnairs 1, and 10 clearances.

Today they had a fairly equal share, but Lukaka targeted Mcnair more often. Likely that was a tactic though, and nothing to do with Rojo taking responsibility or taking a backseat.

McNair made 12.

 

[Cutch]

I like him. Havnt really got any issues with him so far. Has settled in to a new league and an injury hit side well

 

[Alock1]

McNair made 12.

I actually knew that, but the clearances was in response to your 'minimal defensive work' part which I felt was also unfair. You don't make 4 interceptions and 10 clearances through minimal defensive work.

It's all a fairly simplistic way of looking at admittedly, as it's all very circumstantial. But I don't think anyone can watch the two games he's had a centre-back and saying he's taking a backseat or leaving defensive work and passing on responsibility. Mcnair hasn't had the luxury of playing next to a Vidic or Rio granted - but he's atleast had Rojo talking him through both games constantly with words of advice and encouragement which he might have not got next to any of our other centre-backs. And it looks like he's got authority with what he's saying too.

I've been impressed if anything with him stepping up, not being passive - basically, leading somewhat.

 

[Ekeke]

I actually knew that, but the clearances was in response to your 'minimal defensive work' part which I felt was also unfair. You don't make 4 interceptions and 10 clearances through minimal defensive work.

It's all a fairly simplistic way of looking at admittedly, as it's all very circumstantial. But I don't think anyone can watch the two games he's had a centre-back and saying he's taking a backseat or leaving defensive work and passing on responsibility. Mcnair hasn't had the luxury of playing next to a Vidic or Rio granted - but he's atleast had Rojo talking him through both games constantly with words of advice and encouragement which he might have not got next to any of our other centre-backs. And it looks like he's got authority with what he's saying too.

I've been impressed if anything with him stepping up, not being passive - basically, leading somewhat.

I think its fair, but I do see your point.

Rojo is more aggressive and his interceptions are mostly from where he nicked in front of a striker to take the ball away from him, similar to how Koscielny does that at Arsenal. McNair isn't pressing forward trying to pinch the ball, he's tracking runs back and dealing with balls in behind.

Whereas the clearances are dealing with balls into the box. Perhaps I should have been more specific about taking the majority of the defensive work in the box

For example Vidic always used to take responsibility and clear the ball out more than his defensive partners. Thats what McNair is doing so far, which you'd expect the far more experienced and quite good in the air, Rojo to be taking over.

 

[sullydnl]

I thought he was really nervy on the ball early and a few times his distribution was a little off. Was alright apart from that though I guess.

This.

 

[FlawlessThaw]

Not convinced he has a clue where he is half the time.

 

[FromTheBench]

He was good today but he isn't as commanding aerially as i thought.

 

[Robbie Boy]

He looked far more assured today at CB. Good game.

 

[Earthquake]

I think he didn't look as busy as McNair because Lukaku was targeting the latter all game, despite McNair having his number.

 

[Get In Scholesy]

His passing is severely lacking I feel. Did well today defensively though.

 

[NotoriousISSY]

If he had the balls to bring it out and get the ball into feet I'd be much more impressed. He panics in possession and too often plays the back pass.

I think his defending is okay. Most defenders will lose a forward once or twice a game so ive got no real issues with him in that sense but the unnecessary pressure he creates is annoying.

 

[justboy68]

He's doing really well with the youngsters around him in my opinion. McNair has been busier because he is the one Lukaku felt he could target (worked out well for him ay? ) but there were times the camera closed in on Rojo and you could see him organising the line and holding the shape of the defence.

 

[Adnan]

Does Rojo say "feck off"?

 

[Cooksen]

I think he did.

 

[dannyrhinos89]

Not sure How accurate it is but A quick google translate basically says receiving love from Chinese fans

Then he tells the to feck off?

Bit uncalled for tbh.

 

[ottosec]

Good to see that the English lessens are paying off.

 

[surf]

Not one of his best games at left back against Brazil. He didn't do much defending. The whole Argentine defence was out of sorts and they badly missed Garay. Rojo looks better suited to left centre back.

 

[Bwuk]

Agreed. He's nowhere near good enough at left back.

 

[penalty snot]

Good to see that the English lessens are paying off.

 

[Pexbo]

Does Rojo say "feck off"?

I think he did.

Not sure How accurate it is but A quick google translate basically says receiving love from Chinese fans

Then he tells the to feck off?

Bit uncalled for tbh.

Listen again, sounds more like he says his own name.

Roch-ho

 

[LR7]

Those trousers?

 

[Ødegaard]

Maybe he is thinking that someone can pull them off? :P

 

[DJ Jeff]

..is there a bulge designed on those trousers?

 

[zing]

Agreed. He's nowhere near good enough at left back.

Didn't van Gaal say he wanted to sign him because he was analysing Rojo's games at the WC and found him positionally brilliant?

 

[krazyrobus]

WTF! Those pants!

 

[Count Orduck]

It looks like he's shat himself

 

[united_99]

Well it's safe to assume that Rojo and Shaw aren't going to buy trousers together anytime soon ...

 

[Sly]

He always had that kind of style. I once saw him in the Lisbon night and he had some kind of feckin black skirt with trousers beneath. Mind boggling.

 

[gooDevil]

Finally, some pants that won't choke my python of a penis. Free at last!

 

[gooDevil]

..is there a bulge designed on those trousers?

Men like Rojo and myself simply need a generous crotch section, and I'll thank you not to point it out to everyone.

 

[DWelbz19]

He always had that kind of style. I once saw him in the Lisbon night and he had some kind of feckin black skirt with trousers beneath. Mind boggling.

 

[Melvyn]

It looks like he's shat himself

 

[hundred_trillion]

Drop crotch pants are not that bad. But those ones need ironing, or pressing... or something?

 

[Catt]

No one should be allowed to leave their house like that.