Freddy Adu

Griff · 04-04-2004, 01:15 PM

Freddy Adu didn't score. He didn't even have a good run with the ball. He was just there for the most part, and that was enough to make history. Adu became the youngest athlete in a major American league in more than 100 years Saturday, entering the game in the 61st minute of D.C. United's 2-1 victory over the defending champion San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS season opener. The 14-year-old Adu ran onto the field to thunderous cheers and chants of "Freddy, Freddy!"

Things are looking up for American soccer.

King · 12-29-2006, 09:27 PM

I know I'm replying to a very old thread here, but I'd like to know from anybody who has seen him play at least a handful of time: Is he actually any good? There was a lot of buzz over here when he first signed for D.C. United; people saying he would be the best player in the world one day etc., and then the inevitable backlash of people saying he was no good, he'd never make it, he's too short etc. I've never seen him play, and considering that he's just had a trial with my team, Manchester United, I'd like some honest opinions from people who've actually seen him.

Griff · 12-30-2006, 07:49 AM

I haven't seen him since he first started playing. At that point he wasn't physical enough to have much success.

lookout123 · 12-30-2006, 08:51 PM

from what i've seen i don't think he would last long in the premiership. he would do well in the midst of a technical team but would get the snot beat right out of him when he came up against some of the bruisers. i think he could have a fantastic career if he chooses to quit buying his own hype and just plays his role. just my opinion though.

King · 01-01-2007, 07:37 PM

I've seen some YouTube videos of him and he seems very good technically i.e. dribbling, finishing, long-range shots, but I guess YouTube compilations can make anyone look good. Seems to me that he would be best played as a second striker rather than a midfielder; this would make the most of his pace, and make a major drawback, his height, less of a problem. Also sounds like he lacks strength, but then so do a lot of players at his age; he might improve. Sounds like you think he has a bit of an attitude problem also? His pace and technical ability make me think he'd be a good fit for Arsenal, but I guess they wouldn't really need him because they have Theo Walcott. I suppose I'll have to see more of him before I make any further judgements.
I think he would be a good signing for United anyway though; he's only 17 so still developing, he might end up being very good; he's obviously got some talent, and Ferguson would probably be able to make the best of him; and it also makes sense from a financial point of view, depends how much he would cost to sign in the first place I suppose.

lookout123 · 01-02-2007, 11:34 AM

i think he has the ability to be great but because he has been such a big fish in such a small pond (american soccer) it appears he thinks a little too much of himself. if he were to go to united with Ferguson he could become fantastic once he understands that he is just a small piece of the puzzle.

i lost interest in him when he whined to the press about his playing time and having to play something other than his preferred position... AT 16! he is a professional athlete at the age of 16 and complains because his manager didn't just say "What would you like to do today Freddy?"

eh, sorry. i just don't like prima donnas.

King · 01-05-2007, 04:03 PM

What does he feel his best position is, midfielder or second striker? I heard that he had been played at full back quite a lot for D.C. United, not a position that would seem to suit him from what I know about him.

04-04-2004, 01:15 PM	#1
Griff still says videotape Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 26,813	Freddy Adu Freddy Adu didn't score. He didn't even have a good run with the ball. He was just there for the most part, and that was enough to make history. Adu became the youngest athlete in a major American league in more than 100 years Saturday, entering the game in the 61st minute of D.C. United's 2-1 victory over the defending champion San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS season opener. The 14-year-old Adu ran onto the field to thunderous cheers and chants of "Freddy, Freddy!" Things are looking up for American soccer. __________________ If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you. - Louis D. Brandeis

12-29-2006, 09:27 PM	#2
King Conquistador Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Everywhere Posts: 259	I know I'm replying to a very old thread here, but I'd like to know from anybody who has seen him play at least a handful of time: Is he actually any good? There was a lot of buzz over here when he first signed for D.C. United; people saying he would be the best player in the world one day etc., and then the inevitable backlash of people saying he was no good, he'd never make it, he's too short etc. I've never seen him play, and considering that he's just had a trial with my team, Manchester United, I'd like some honest opinions from people who've actually seen him. __________________ "I've shot you, Jeff. With a bullet made of Scottish finance regulations."

12-30-2006, 07:49 AM	#3
Griff still says videotape Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 26,813	I haven't seen him since he first started playing. At that point he wasn't physical enough to have much success. __________________ If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you. - Louis D. Brandeis

12-30-2006, 08:51 PM	#4
lookout123 changed his status to single Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Right behind you. No, the other side. Posts: 10,308	from what i've seen i don't think he would last long in the premiership. he would do well in the midst of a technical team but would get the snot beat right out of him when he came up against some of the bruisers. i think he could have a fantastic career if he chooses to quit buying his own hype and just plays his role. just my opinion though. __________________ Getting knocked down is no sin, it's not getting back up that's the sin

01-01-2007, 07:37 PM	#5
King Conquistador Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Everywhere Posts: 259	I've seen some YouTube videos of him and he seems very good technically i.e. dribbling, finishing, long-range shots, but I guess YouTube compilations can make anyone look good. Seems to me that he would be best played as a second striker rather than a midfielder; this would make the most of his pace, and make a major drawback, his height, less of a problem. Also sounds like he lacks strength, but then so do a lot of players at his age; he might improve. Sounds like you think he has a bit of an attitude problem also? His pace and technical ability make me think he'd be a good fit for Arsenal, but I guess they wouldn't really need him because they have Theo Walcott. I suppose I'll have to see more of him before I make any further judgements. I think he would be a good signing for United anyway though; he's only 17 so still developing, he might end up being very good; he's obviously got some talent, and Ferguson would probably be able to make the best of him; and it also makes sense from a financial point of view, depends how much he would cost to sign in the first place I suppose. __________________ "I've shot you, Jeff. With a bullet made of Scottish finance regulations." Last edited by King; 01-01-2007 at 07:48 PM.

01-02-2007, 11:34 AM	#6
lookout123 changed his status to single Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Right behind you. No, the other side. Posts: 10,308	i think he has the ability to be great but because he has been such a big fish in such a small pond (american soccer) it appears he thinks a little too much of himself. if he were to go to united with Ferguson he could become fantastic once he understands that he is just a small piece of the puzzle. i lost interest in him when he whined to the press about his playing time and having to play something other than his preferred position... AT 16! he is a professional athlete at the age of 16 and complains because his manager didn't just say "What would you like to do today Freddy?" eh, sorry. i just don't like prima donnas. __________________ Getting knocked down is no sin, it's not getting back up that's the sin

01-05-2007, 04:03 PM	#7
King Conquistador Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Everywhere Posts: 259	What does he feel his best position is, midfielder or second striker? I heard that he had been played at full back quite a lot for D.C. United, not a position that would seem to suit him from what I know about him. __________________ "I've shot you, Jeff. With a bullet made of Scottish finance regulations."

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