Stansfield v Watkins (2 replies)
When i watch Stansfield working tirelessly out wide, chasing down everything, and tackling back on the edge of our own penalty area i can't help thinking back to when Ollie Watkins suddenly became a decent striker.
You can't position yourself to be doing everything that he does and at the same time be in the right position, or have the energy or alertness to take maximum advantage of opportunities that may come your way
"This is not just a statistical quirk - it is a sign of Watkins' growing importance in the Villa side, with his role having evolved significantly under Unai Emery.
"Before I was running into the channels and into the corners," Watkins explained last season., "Now I am staying within the width of the box."
His seasonal heatmap has proven this over the past few seasons, reflecting a role that has made him a more decisive player in tighter games. Matches like Arsenal's visit to Villa Park this season, where Watkins' two big missed chances would have altered the result, highlight the stakes.
Emery has not been shy in addressing Watkins' situation, challenging him to adjust to the increased demands. "He has to accept and adapt quickly to his new position," Emery said recently,, external emphasising that Watkins needs to deliver with consistency.
Source : [www.bbc.co.uk]
You can't position yourself to be doing everything that he does and at the same time be in the right position, or have the energy or alertness to take maximum advantage of opportunities that may come your way
"This is not just a statistical quirk - it is a sign of Watkins' growing importance in the Villa side, with his role having evolved significantly under Unai Emery.
"Before I was running into the channels and into the corners," Watkins explained last season., "Now I am staying within the width of the box."
His seasonal heatmap has proven this over the past few seasons, reflecting a role that has made him a more decisive player in tighter games. Matches like Arsenal's visit to Villa Park this season, where Watkins' two big missed chances would have altered the result, highlight the stakes.
Emery has not been shy in addressing Watkins' situation, challenging him to adjust to the increased demands. "He has to accept and adapt quickly to his new position," Emery said recently,, external emphasising that Watkins needs to deliver with consistency.
Source : [www.bbc.co.uk]