When Roland goes, it is written that Jackson should become Charlton's "Eddie Howe". With Andy Hughes as his number 2, Yann as attacking coach, Leon Cort as defensive coach, and Curbs as DoF.
and if we don't get 20,000+ on the last game of the season to say thank you it'll be a crying shame.
Sad to say, not a chance in hell that will happen. I probably missed it but has he said he's calling it a day at the end of the season?
I can but dream.......
No, but I can't see him playing on next year, although I wouldn't be surprised if he goes elsewhere as player coach (aka he'll get a runout if desperate).
He faded throughout the game and I don't think he can last 90, but happy to eat a few of my words if he plays like that first half for the rest of the season. I've seen rings run around him so many times in midfield over the last 3 years but this was a new lease of life. I'm not sure if it was the formation or the players around him but it worked today.
He faded throughout the game and I don't think he can last 90, but happy to eat a few of my words if he plays like that first half for the rest of the season. I've seen rings run around him so many times in midfield over the last 3 years but this was a new lease of life. I'm not sure if it was the formation or the players around him but it worked today.
To be honest I thought he was pretty ineffective in the first half other than his (lovely) goal. Second half was clearly too much for him.
Regardless of what you think of his legs or his stamina etc etc all through the game he organised, kept the defence in line and the midfield together, talked to the other players throughout and generally marshalled the team. That's what we've missed for so long and why we've crumbled in so many games.
A leader on the pitch and as we know he's good for goals. Still roughly 1 in 4/5 this season which is as good or better than our strikers manage.
If he can still do two games a week I'd start him again Saturday in that sweeper role that I've been saying for weeks.
When the chips are down he's your man between the white lines.
When the chips are down he's your man between the white lines.
Not just on the pitch though, I reckon.
Sounds to me as if Jacko's the one who's got the dressing room back together, yet again. He did this after Powell was sacked, during Luzon's losing start and no doubt other occasions also.
IMO last night's change of attitude shown by the team didn't happen by accident.
A few weeks ago with mid table obscurity looming and nothing to play for, I was hoping KR might give Jacko a run in the side. Mainly to give him an extended send off if he is to retire at the end of the season.
Instead we've slipped lower down and he's shown he still has value, through his leadership, experience and goal scoring ability.
Rather than play alongside Foley and Crofts in midfield, it suits him to play with the younger lads, who can do a lot of his running, while he can guide them through the game.
Good to see the guidance he was giving to Aribo towards the end of the game to protect the points. In fact, Jacko never stopped yelling instructions all night.
Robinson confirms Jacko signing new deal for next season.
You sure this is confirmed like you believe Henry?
Is he confirmed as a player? Or is it confirmed he'll be here next year? I read this very differently, why is it important that Jacko leads out the team with Solly behind him if he's signing a new playing deal?
I believe it'll be as Player coach, he'll no longer be club captain next year and will get very few, if any minutes.
Well there is one of the 12 new signings KR was talking about done already.
I like JJ but don't really don't get the 'legend ' status for him on here.
He is past it and I hope he has signed up as coach not player as he is not the type of player that will have us fighting at the top of the division any more I am afraid.
Captain of one of best ever seasons. Creator of so many brilliant memories. Not to mention a great bloke.
Rarely will all three be combined like JJ has done. Legend for me.
This. The man's passion and commitment is clear and that's what endears him to Charlton fans who often prefer that over talent. That's why he's proper Charlton. He gave us some incredible memories in that title winning year and he top scored in our first season back in the championship.
More recently he's led us through some tough times and I'm sure more will come out in the future that will show just how key has been in keeping this club together. I suspect without him we'd be in a much worse position.
But above all else he gets the club. Thinks like the PC Keith Palmer memorial where he suggested the players donate their appearance fees and he asked to go to the funeral. He doesn't have to do those things but he gets that as captain of this club that's exactly what is needed.
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No, but I can't see him playing on next year, although I wouldn't be surprised if he goes elsewhere as player coach (aka he'll get a runout if desperate).
A leader on the pitch and as we know he's good for goals. Still roughly 1 in 4/5 this season which is as good or better than our strikers manage.
If he can still do two games a week I'd start him again Saturday in that sweeper role that I've been saying for weeks.
When the chips are down he's your man between the white lines.
Sounds to me as if Jacko's the one who's got the dressing room back together, yet again.
He did this after Powell was sacked, during Luzon's losing start and no doubt other occasions also.
IMO last night's change of attitude shown by the team didn't happen by accident.
Instead we've slipped lower down and he's shown he still has value, through his leadership, experience and goal scoring ability.
Rather than play alongside Foley and Crofts in midfield, it suits him to play with the younger lads, who can do a lot of his running, while he can guide them through the game.
Going to be gutted when he retires.
In fact, Jacko never stopped yelling instructions all night.
Love Jacko to bits.
Robinson confirms Jacko signing new deal for next season.
Is he confirmed as a player? Or is it confirmed he'll be here next year? I read this very differently, why is it important that Jacko leads out the team with Solly behind him if he's signing a new playing deal?
I believe it'll be as Player coach, he'll no longer be club captain next year and will get very few, if any minutes.
It certainly seemed like Robbo wanted next week as a send off for him!
I like JJ but don't really don't get the 'legend ' status for him on here.
He is past it and I hope he has signed up as coach not player as he is not the type of player that will have us fighting at the top of the division any more I am afraid.
Rarely will all three be combined like JJ has done. Legend for me.
And he slapped my bum once
More recently he's led us through some tough times and I'm sure more will come out in the future that will show just how key has been in keeping this club together. I suspect without him we'd be in a much worse position.
But above all else he gets the club. Thinks like the PC Keith Palmer memorial where he suggested the players donate their appearance fees and he asked to go to the funeral. He doesn't have to do those things but he gets that as captain of this club that's exactly what is needed.