Well that was a very pleasant way to pass a Tuesday evening.
There are some incredibly talented youngsters in this team. There's got to be a chance that a number of them could break into the first team. Anderson the pick for me - just controlled the game.
And how refreshing to watch a game that had absolutely no dissent in it from either team. No play acting injured either. When you watch that, and compare it to the first team, you realise just how unpleasant the constant moaning to the ref is and how we are being cheated by players going down at the slightest contact.
For those of you who watch the 18’s, was that our strongest side? I’m thinking it could also include the likes of Burstow, Elerewe and Barker?
Pretty strong. It's hard to know who is eligible for the U18's now but most of those players have been in there for the majority of the season
I've seen them a few times this season and The two centre backs and Kedwell are fairly new faces to me as was Kamara that came on (but he did well). Note seen Kone either but he also looked decent. Obviously we had Beadle until recently in the sticks.
Very enjoyable and entertaining game and looking forward to the Brighton game now
The tough thing about evaluating the future potential of the u18s is differentiating the individuals who are clearly a step above others in their age group and have the physical tools or skills to perform at a higher level (ie Gomez, Jonjo) vs those who are clearly stars for their age group but lack the quality to play against tougher competition. We had fans who were raving about Ade Azeez and Tobi Sho Shilva as our next breakout stars from the youth setup but while their best skill was their speed, once they played against better competition, they had only average pace compared to other professionals. Kanu has the feel of someone who clearly seems a step above given his movement and finishing though part of me wonders how that will translate given he doesn’t necessarily have the size or strength of a traditional center forward. As far as the others are concerned, I haven’t seen enough to fairly evaluate them but my initial reaction is that they are very good but not at Kanu’s level. Can they make it as professionals, potentially, but it seems we are always anointing the next golden generation from the youth system when the reality is only one or two end up hav8ng solid professional careers
When does Kanu get serious consideration for the first team matchday squads? It can’t be far off.
Hopefully signs a contract soon if he hasn't already, and then plays upfront with Burstow in a supreme youth team, Charlton fan duo! How awesome that could be !
Sadly my work meant I could not watch the game but well done to the lads. Wonderful to have got this far and hopefully just the start. They are certainly a talented bunch.
Mega task to beat Brighton in the next round after their triumph over Man City but Cafc U18'S are a team of winners so should give it a good crack. Amazing to think both Deji and Mason could be playing in this team.
Kanu was only 17 a few months ago so his progress will be monitored and no doubt will play more games for the U23. Holding on to these lads will continue to be difficult as we found with James Beadle.
When does Kanu get serious consideration for the first team matchday squads? It can’t be far off.
Hopefully signs a contract soon if he hasn't already, and then plays upfront with Burstow in a supreme youth team, Charlton fan duo! How awesome that could be !
Sadly my work meant I could not watch the game but well done to the lads. Wonderful to have got this far and hopefully just the start. They are certainly a talented bunch.
Why is he not playing for the U23s out of interest? He's clearly too good for U18 level and has 2 in 2 sub apps for u23s if im not mistaken? Get him in the u23s and as soon as he has signed a contract, Get him amongst the first team squad. This kid looks the real deal!
100% he'll step up to the U23s soon, but plenty of clubs always play their main kids in the youth cup.
Man City yesterday played 2 kids who were on the first team bench last week.
Personally (assuming we have nothing to play for) i'd like to see Kanu getting a run out for the first team in the last 2-3 games of this season.
Last two 4th round ties are played tonight and the 5th round draw is:
Cambridge or Leeds v Nottingham Forest Bournemouth v Leicester Liverpool v Chelsea Blackburn v Sheffield Wednesday Blackpool v Newcastle Manchester United v Everton Wolves v Tottenham or West Brom Charlton v Brighton
When does Kanu get serious consideration for the first team matchday squads? It can’t be far off.
Hopefully signs a contract soon if he hasn't already, and then plays upfront with Burstow in a supreme youth team, Charlton fan duo! How awesome that could be !
Sadly my work meant I could not watch the game but well done to the lads. Wonderful to have got this far and hopefully just the start. They are certainly a talented bunch.
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As has been mentioned countless times we should all prey we can hang on to this group as there are some real prospects.
A really talented group.
There are some incredibly talented youngsters in this team. There's got to be a chance that a number of them could break into the first team. Anderson the pick for me - just controlled the game.
And how refreshing to watch a game that had absolutely no dissent in it from either team. No play acting injured either. When you watch that, and compare it to the first team, you realise just how unpleasant the constant moaning to the ref is and how we are being cheated by players going down at the slightest contact.
When you look at who else is in the last 16 you can see how well these boys have done, nearly all Premier clubs.
Cambridge/Leeds v Nottm Forest
Cambridge v Leeds played tomorrow evening. Spurs v West Brom played on Friday afternoon.
I've seen them a few times this season and The two centre backs and Kedwell are fairly new faces to me as was Kamara that came on (but he did well). Note seen Kone either but he also looked decent. Obviously we had Beadle until recently in the sticks.
Very enjoyable and entertaining game and looking forward to the Brighton game now
Our kids are able to play a bit more freely without too much risk. If they can't play freely at this level, they never will.
Sadly my work meant I could not watch the game but well done to the lads. Wonderful to have got this far and hopefully just the start. They are certainly a talented bunch.
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Amazing to think both Deji and Mason could be playing in this team.
Kanu was only 17 a few months ago so his progress will be monitored and no doubt will play more games for the U23. Holding on to these lads will continue to be difficult as we found with James Beadle.
Man City yesterday played 2 kids who were on the first team bench last week.
Personally (assuming we have nothing to play for) i'd like to see Kanu getting a run out for the first team in the last 2-3 games of this season.
Cambridge or Leeds v Nottingham Forest
Bournemouth v Leicester
Liverpool v Chelsea
Blackburn v Sheffield Wednesday
Blackpool v Newcastle
Manchester United v Everton
Wolves v Tottenham or West Brom
Charlton v Brighton