Hannibal

[NL Claret]

I think we can agree we have found this season's scapegoat.

Have to LOL at comment about when Roberts was getting grief off the field and Hannibal went over to back him up. Good lad IMO. Can imagine if Hannibal hadn't done that some posters would have slagged him off for not getting involved.

[Walt]

I think we can agree we have found this season's scapegoat.

Have to LOL at comment about when Roberts was getting grief off the field and Hannibal went over to back him up. Good lad IMO. Can imagine if Hannibal hadn't done that some posters would have slagged him off for not getting involved.

For me that's the whole problem. All he seems keen on doing is getting 'involved' and firing the crowd up, ours and the opposition. I've been reluctant to be too critical when discussing him with friends as he isn't a 10 and you would hope would play much better in his natural place, given the chance. When he has the ball nothing tends to happen, but you could say that's not solely his fault as he's being played out of position

[NickBFC]

Certainly not a '10' for me and that's his biggest problem. Maybe he'll find his more natural position in the team if Brownhill is sold next month?

[LincsWoldsClaret]

No 10? He’s a ball winning defensive midfielder.

[ksrclaret]

No 10? He’s a ball winning defensive midfielder.

I think so too. He's got all the attributes to become a really top player in that position as well - he can break up play pretty well, his passing range from deeper areas is actually pretty good, and he's also very good at carrying the ball which will make him a good all-rounder in that role.

He's getting a lot of stick right now, but at least half of it is on the management team for continuing to play him in a role that gets the worst out of him.

[IanMcL]

I like his attitude and approach. He upsets the opposition. Good lad.

[Murger]

I think we can agree we have found this season's scapegoat.

And there we go. Any criticism of a player is seen as scapegoating. Can nobody be criticised in your eyes?

[warksclaret]

I really struggle with an element of our so called fans are being so critical about him. For me he gives his all every time he wears the shirt. I get angry too but it tends to be with the sick note players we seem to have cultivated-Tresor, Benson Delcroix come to mind and Foster to some degree, all drawing a considerable wage without wearing that shirt.

[Casper2]

I really struggle with an element of our so called fans are being so critical about him. For me he gives his all every time he wears the shirt. I get angry too but it tends to be with the sick note players we seem to have cultivated-Tresor, Benson Delcroix come to mind and Foster to some degree, all drawing a considerable wage without wearing that shirt.

What a strange comment, having a go at injured players while calling out so called fans .

[NL Claret]

And there we go. Any criticism of a player is seen as scapegoating. Can nobody be criticised in your eyes?

About 12 months ago a colleague said to me, I can't believe how positive you are. It surprised me as I think I'm miserable and I thought to myself, you know what I am a positive kind of guy. Perhaps I should be more negative, do you have any tips Murger?

[ksrclaret]

About 12 months ago a colleague said to me, I can't believe how positive you are. It surprised me as I think I'm miserable and I thought to myself, you know what I am a positive kind of guy. Perhaps I should be more negative, do you have any tips Murger?

What have you posted recently that’s been positive?

[NL Claret]

What have you posted recently that’s been positive?

Nothing

[warksclaret]

What a strange comment, having a go at injured players while calling out so called fans .

If you read the post I was expressing anger over several of our so called injured players.Perhaps you can let me know what Tresor and Benson have produced for us in the last 18 months. As an absolute minimum both have taken £1.5m each in wages during this time-probably nearer £2m. I wont be the only supporter who feels angry at this.

[AlargeClaret]

Should be under lock and key , he’s clearly mentally ill and a horrendous liability whenever he’s on the pitch .

[Quicknick]

Should be under lock and key , he’s clearly mentally ill and a horrendous liability whenever he’s on the pitch .

Mentally ill?!

[ecc]

This thread is going to be pulled.

[Stonehouse]

I think we can agree we have found this season's scapegoat.

Have to LOL at comment about when Roberts was getting grief off the field and Hannibal went over to back him up. Good lad IMO. Can imagine if Hannibal hadn't done that some posters would have slagged him off for not getting involved.

It’s not long ago that Roberts was getting grief for getting involved and winding people up and look at him for the last 1/2 dozen games he been brilliant ,and how the hell can you expect guys to come on for the last quarter and make any sort of impact when they’res a force 10 gale blowing?

[jojomk1]

No 10? He’s a ball winning defensive midfielder.

Parker doesn't seem to agree as he's never tried playing him there ?

[Casper2]

If you read the post I was expressing anger over several of our so called injured players.Perhaps you can let me know what Tresor and Benson have produced for us in the last 18 months. As an absolute minimum both have taken £1.5m each in wages during this time-probably nearer £2m. I wont be the only supporter who feels angry at this.

You saying Benson is faking injury?

[Dyched]

Doesn’t have the discipline to be a DM. He’s one of them who’s talented no doubt, but doesn’t have it to make it. Will see out his career no higher than the Championship.

[RVclaret]

Certainly not a '10' for me and that's his biggest problem. Maybe he'll find his more natural position in the team if Brownhill is sold next month?

Hasn’t played as a 10 all season. Same role as Brownhill apart from he is the one that presses higher up when they start together in an out of possession 4-4-2.

The only person playing in the area a 10 does here is Jay Rod (both recent games). Maybe one day our fans will understand what’s happening on the pitch because that would at least mean opinions on him (and others) carry a bit of weight!

[ksrclaret]

No wonder he looks like a fish out of water. He's been used the most advanced midfielder and it doesn't suit him at all.

Maybe one day we can have a debate about that instead of worrying about which number is being attributed to him.

[RVclaret]

No wonder he looks like a fish out of water. He's been used the most advanced midfielder and it doesn't suit him at all.

Maybe one day we can have a debate about that instead of worrying about which number is being attributed to him.

Pressing high suits him, he’s energetic and works hard. I agree when he receives the ball high up the next bit is lacking, and that’s the frustrating bit. But Brownhill, Laurent, or whoever else is the other number 8 have the ‘freedom’ to push just as high in possession and in fact Brownhill did it well last night and against Bristol City.

[warksclaret]

You saying Benson is faking injury?

No I know he is injured , just like he has been for the majority of time he has been here for the best part of two and a half seasons. If he ever returns my money would him getting injured again in his first appearance. Question for you-whats up with Tresor, he has been on grass for two months supposedly training with the first team.

[ksrclaret]

Pressing high suits him, he’s energetic and works hard. I agree when he receives the ball high up the next bit is lacking, and that’s the frustrating bit. But Brownhill, Laurent, or whoever else is the other number 8 have the ‘freedom’ to push just as high in possession and in fact Brownhill did it well last night and against Bristol City.

Pressing high does suit him, but the problem with him joining the forward in the 442 out of possession shape is that he's not got the skill or awareness to do anything with the ball when if he does win it.

The bottom line is we've put in our better performances this season with a genuine 4231 shape, usually with Sarmiento playing as an actual 10 and 2 midfielders sitting behind. Hannibal would be great as one of those two midfielders I think.

This high pressing number 8 role, or however you want to label it, hasn't been getting the best out of him and he's coming in for a lot of criticism. I hope Parker reconsiders how he uses Hannibal.

[boatshed bill]

No I know he is injured , just like he has been for the majority of time he has been here for the best part of two and a half seasons. If he ever returns my money would him getting injured again in his first appearance. Question for you-whats up with Tresor, he has been on grass for two months supposedly training with the first team.

I reckon Tresor is as good as sold and we don't want him getting damaged.

[RVclaret]

Pressing high does suit him, but the problem with him joining the forward in the 442 out of possession shape is that he's not got the skill or awareness to do anything with the ball when if he does win it.

The bottom line is we've put in our better performances this season with a genuine 4231 shape, usually with Sarmiento playing as an actual 10 and 2 midfielders sitting behind. Hannibal would be great as one of those two midfielders I think.

This high pressing number 8 role, or however you want to label it, hasn't been getting the best out of him and he's coming in for a lot of criticism. I hope Parker reconsiders how he uses Hannibal.

Yeah I mean case in point with this, does well initially but woeful decision making not to play Anthony in.

[warksclaret]

I reckon Tresor is as good as sold and we don't want him getting damaged.

Suspect you are right-guess we will know shortly, and maybe we will see more activity on his instagram

[IanMcL]

You saying Benson is faking injury?

If he is, it is a bit extreme, wearing that bolig boot and leg support!

May he be back soon.

[Poulton-le-Claret]

If you read the post I was expressing anger over several of our so called injured players.Perhaps you can let me know what Tresor and Benson have produced for us in the last 18 months. As an absolute minimum both have taken £1.5m each in wages during this time-probably nearer £2m. I wont be the only supporter who feels angry at this.

How are you putting the bloke who scored the winner at Ewood in the same category as Tresor?

[JR1882]

I think ideally he would play deep as a ball winner but with the energy to carry the ball upfield & progress play. I think he’s a little too wild & Ill disciplined at present to play so close to our own penalty area hence he is upfield (and Cullen’s form). If he can hone his tackling technique and discipline whilst retaining that nasty streak he will be great for us a little deeper.

[JR1882]

Also forgot to add, there are some proper whoppers on here, should have to have a profile picture so we know who you are

[Stonehouse]

Yeah I mean case in point with this, does well initially but woeful decision making not to play Anthony in.

I think it’s a bit over the top saying woeful decision making as though he’s killed your favourite puppy I’ll bet that 40 out of 45 professional games every weekend a player shoots instead of passes ,give the lad a break.

[willsclarets]

He had a poor half hour. But his blunder not playing Anthony in is being scrutinised like it's one of the biggest gaffs in footballing history. It happens all the time.

Some of the comments are way, way over the top here. Especially for a 21 year old.

[Newcastleclaret93]

Clear as day to me where Hannibal’s strengths lie, why the manager can’t see it blows it my mind.

He’s going to be considerably better as a deep midfielder. His close control on the ball is strong and I think the game suits him when the ball is in front of him. He struggles with his back to goal and trying to play neat passes in the final third.

[123EasyasBFC]

Anyone moaning at Hannibal for running 30 yards after Roberts was being choked, needs to have a word with themselves. Exactly the sort of player you want someone that will have your back at all times. Last season we were crying out for someone with Hannibal’s fight

[boatshed bill]

There was a time when (Burnley) fans only looked for a scapegoat after losing.

[NL Claret]

There was a time when (Burnley) fans only looked for a scapegoat after losing.

Steady on Bill. I got in trouble yesterday for making a similar comment.

[boatshed bill]

Steady on Bill. I got in trouble yesterday for making a similar comment.

True though, isn't it? Some people think we have some kind of right to win every game. And if we don't then someone has to take a proportion of the blame, player or manager.

[NL Claret]

True though, isn't it? Some people think we have some kind of right to win every game. And if we don't then someone has to take a proportion of the blame, player or manager.

He’s a 21 year old lad who’s trying to make his way in the game, he’s not the finished article and he made the wrong decision to set up a potential match winning chance. He will learn and continue to develop.

In football, you win some, draw some and lose too, not matter who you are.