jambo191 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Take a bow sir. Obviously Craig picked the team, but Austin’s game management from the off was spot on. Out the traps like the Burley days. Deserved his own thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Players obviously made it easy for him but can’t fault the way we played at all today. Well done Austin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Obv its hard to tell who done what but the subs were perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crete Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 He will be our next manager in a couple off years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Pleased for him it went well If anything the tempo was higher and we moved the ball better today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
So Make Some Noise.. Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 There was a moment at a corner where he was screaming at Mitchel to move into a position just outside the box on the left for any breaks and low and behold it dropped straight into that space and Demi should have done better with his effort that went over the bar. Austin's reading of the game is outstanding and this is just a small example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CloustonHMFC Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Hope he’s Hearts manager one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Chiefo Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 (edited) 44 minutes ago, Crete said: He will be our next manager in a couple off years. Possibly sooner. I wouldn't be surprised if he took over on a temporary basis until the end of the season with CL going back upstairs, before he gets the gig in the summer. I can understand CL wanting back into the dug out but, at the end of the day, his health is the most important thing and, his family and, of course, AB will ultimately decide what he does. MacPhee, imo, is the future and i don't think many fans would complain if he was to become our next manager. Edited September 1, 2018 by Enzo Chiefo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official_AB Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 I think MacPhee had the team playing ina more attacking sense compared to Levein, the ball was move a lot quicker and we created a lot going forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jammy T Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Watched it online. I just think the team is gelling better as each week passes. Mitchell has added a real layer of true class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Chiefo Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 4 minutes ago, Official_AB said: I think MacPhee had the team playing ina more attacking sense compared to Levein, the ball was move a lot quicker and we created a lot going forward. Yes, i noticed that too. I was impressed by how quickly we moved the ball and there seemed to me more off the ball movement too, which helped to create a lot more chances for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy65 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 18 minutes ago, Enzo Chiefo said: Yes, i noticed that too. I was impressed by how quickly we moved the ball and there seemed to me more off the ball movement too, which helped to create a lot more chances for us. Just a thought. But I thought that’s more to do with growing understanding and in particular confidence amongst the squad as opposed to anything Austin did. A winning team plays faster , with less fear and more belief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo191 Posted September 1, 2018 Author Share Posted September 1, 2018 3 hours ago, Official_AB said: I think MacPhee had the team playing ina more attacking sense compared to Levein, the ball was move a lot quicker and we created a lot going forward. Agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambos_1874 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 But, but, but, he's a hippy Cathro, sycophant. Oh wait, he's actually a very good coach who know's what he's doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinmaroon Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Credit where credit is due, to McPhee and Levein. I was watching the analysis of the Liverpool game and they were saying what a nightmare for defences was the interchanging of the forward three and, what was noticeable with Hearts is that it's the midfield and the forwards that interchange. First part of second half we didn't move it quick enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bull's-eye Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Kind of hoping a few of the loathers were saying we don't need Mr Levein anymore That was an easy game today for Austin, make no mistake. Credit to the support and numbers though, Mr Levein deserved that. I'd like to think Austin and Mr Levein can work together for a good long while yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 He's got a sense of humor and in my book that's important. Speaks well without being a smart alec. Gives me the impression that he has huge respect for Levein and loves all things Hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamdub Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Hopefully he will be our next manager, talks a lot of sense and seems to know the game inside out and has the respect of the players. HHGH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ministry of Football Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 (edited) 43 minutes ago, Jamdub said: Hopefully he will be our next manager, talks a lot of sense and seems to know the game inside out and has the respect of the players. HHGH Nope, he has done nothing whatsoever yet and has categorically not proven he can manage all aspects of a big football club. When we eventually go for another manager, we need to find the best candidate for the job, at that time. Hopefully he can in some way prove himself before then, but that remains to be seen. I personally like to see a manager who has worked themselves up from the bottom and been successful at all levels, in the JJ type of mould. Edited September 2, 2018 by Ministry of Football Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gashauskis9 Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 I think he’ll take over next summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamdub Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 27 minutes ago, Ministry of Football said: Nope, he has done nothing whatsoever yet and has categorically not proven he can manage all aspects of a big football club. When we eventually go for another manager, we need to find the best candidate for the job, at that time. Hopefully he can in some way prove himself before then, but that remains to be seen. I personally like to see a manager who has worked themselves up from the bottom and been successful at all levels, in the JJ type of mould. We are all entitled to our own opinion, but Austin has proved himself in lots of ways, he is Northern Ireland's right hand man, he talks a very good game and the players respect him which is crucial. He is also young and has fresh ideas which is essential in the modern game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spellczech Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 2 hours ago, Ministry of Football said: Nope, he has done nothing whatsoever yet and has categorically not proven he can manage all aspects of a big football club. I don't think you (or anyone on here) is in a position to make this call When we eventually go for another manager, we need to find the best candidate for the job, at that time. Agreed. Hopefully he can in some way prove himself before then, but that remains to be seen. Won't be us that decides this though... I personally like to see a manager who has worked themselves up from the bottom and been successful at all levels, in the JJ type of mould. I think it is fair to say there are different ways of doing it, but sometimes managers excel in their first job only to stutter later, like SPH. Personally I think the "bootroom" is an excellent method, as an assistant stepping up will (if he is the right person) already have the respect of the squad. This is where we went wrong with Cathro. If MacPhee is a possible as next manager it is good to see that same mistake will not be made again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbert. Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 2 hours ago, Jamdub said: Hopefully he will be our next manager, talks a lot of sense and seems to know the game inside out and has the respect of the players. HHGH I think that craig will be training him up to take over at some point. He has everything to be hearts manager apart from dress sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 2 hours ago, Gashauskis9 said: I think he’ll take over next summer. Nah, Craig won't be passing up the opportunity to test himself as a manager in the Champions League! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stavropol Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Another successful game for MacPhee as he again stepped up to take the team in Craig’s absence from the touchline. Have heard both Budge and Levein talk about succession planning. Thought it was interesting on Sunday how MacPhee did the media too. He has stepped in now a few times (St. Mirren, Motherwell and Livingston). I can see the logic of this as Neilson (success) was an internal appointment and Cathro (failure) was external. I’m curious as to Levein and Budge’s plans - although Budge did mention a women as the next coach, maybe that’s why MacPhee keeps that ridiculous hair... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 MacPhee with Daly and Kirk is worth looking at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Totally agree. However, this thread is going one way, and one way only I’m afraid. I’ll get the ball rolling: ’BOOT-ROOM!’ ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambocub Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 16 minutes ago, Mikey1874 said: MacPhee with Daly and Kirk is worth looking at. Would reckon fox would be in before Kirk . Seems to be we'll thought of with players and Craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letsalldothebeattie Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Would be happy to see Austin step up when/if Levein decides its time to step back. Austin knows his stuff and when speaking to the media talks well. Be interesting to see how he does as a manager if we were to appoint him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bring Back Paulo Sergio Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Would have been happy with him after Cartho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamhammer Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Standby for the following gentlemen to make an appearance. Steve Clarke, Billy Davis, Tommy Wright etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 For some reason I see McPhee being groomed as the next DoF rather than manager, with Daly as next manager if we go internal. McPhee went for the job Malky Mackay got so seems to have an interest in that type of role. Also, Levein had Daly alongside him on Sunday, which is what he used to do with Jack Ross to coach him. But maybe McPhee has jumped ahead of Daly. 100% record in charge so far anyhow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Ian Malcolm Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 16 minutes ago, ToqueJambo said: For some reason I see McPhee being groomed as the next DoF rather than manager, with Daly as next manager if we go internal. McPhee went for the job Malky Mackay got so seems to have an interest in that type of role. Also, Levein had Daly alongside him on Sunday, which is what he used to do with Jack Ross to coach him. But maybe McPhee has jumped ahead of Daly. 100% record in charge so far anyhow. Tbf, Malky Mackay got the job MacPhee knocked back to take the Hearts gig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 57 minutes ago, jambocub said: Would reckon fox would be in before Kirk . Seems to be we'll thought of with players and Craig Agree. It was Fox who gave Clare the kick up the erse at half-time on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Weir Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 We were also supposed to be finding hidden gems and selling them for decent upside. Sow the only such example in 54 months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysterion Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 (edited) 36 minutes ago, ToqueJambo said: For some reason I see McPhee being groomed as the next DoF rather than manager, with Daly as next manager if we go internal. McPhee went for the job Malky Mackay got so seems to have an interest in that type of role. Also, Levein had Daly alongside him on Sunday, which is what he used to do with Jack Ross to coach him. But maybe McPhee has jumped ahead of Daly. 100% record in charge so far anyhow. Austin's reputation at Hearts is very good and he has earned enough goodwill/trust that he is supposed to be next in line to get to become first team coach (when the time comes). I'll caveat that with - As long as things don't go wrong with the team (ie. If team performance is woeful and he's viewed as part of a collective problem he'll not get a shot). Edited January 22, 2019 by Mysterion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nookie Bear Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 I like MacPhee but “out the traps like the Burley days” is pushing it a tad. But he clearly got players getting closer to Vanacek and managed the last 20 minutes very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 5 minutes ago, Jim Weir said: We were also supposed to be finding hidden gems and selling them for decent upside. Sow the only such example in 54 months We’re buying players to improve the team first and foremost and if we can improve them and get a good fee like with Sow then great. The transfer market is a lottery though. We won it with Sow and might with someone like Souttar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Torrance Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 McPhee would make sense as far as succession planning goes. I’d be happy with him succeeding Craig when the time’s right. I’d actually like to see us give the job to a female coach someday soon. Someone like Shelley Kerr. Or at least give a prominent coaching role to a female to prepare them for the head coach role. It would be a forward thinking appointment and good timing given the increased profile of women’s football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Weir Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 1 minute ago, ToqueJambo said: We’re buying players to improve the team first and foremost and if we can improve them and get a good fee like with Sow then great. The transfer market is a lottery though. We won it with Sow and might with someone like Souttar. One example in 4.5 years when you declare it as your stated approach could be argued as poor return McPhee comes across as a bright guy. He might be the answer. Most likely to be an internal appointment idc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Weir Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 1 minute ago, Jack Torrance said: McPhee would make sense as far as succession planning goes. I’d be happy with him succeeding Craig when the time’s right. I’d actually like to see us give the job to a female coach someday soon. Someone like Shelley Kerr. Or at least give a prominent coaching role to a female to prepare them for the head coach role. It would be a forward thinking appointment and good timing given the increased profile of women’s football. Presumably this is a pish rip, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Jim Weir said: One example in 4.5 years when you declare it as your stated approach could be argued as poor return McPhee comes across as a bright guy. He might be the answer. Most likely to be an internal appointment idc It was a stated aim to improve players. Players hold all the cards these days. Personally I like us to keep our best players as long as possible rather than try to sell them when they’re playing well, which is when their value is highest. The million for sow was nice but I’d rather have had him for the cup derby and rest of that season. Anyhow not sure what this has to do with McPhee. Edited January 22, 2019 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambocub Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jack Torrance said: McPhee would make sense as far as succession planning goes. I’d be happy with him succeeding Craig when the time’s right. I’d actually like to see us give the job to a female coach someday soon. Someone like Shelley Kerr. Or at least give a prominent coaching role to a female to prepare them for the head coach role. It would be a forward thinking appointment and good timing given the increased profile of women’s football. We tried a forward thinking appointment in cathro that was a disaster. Think it'll be a while before we try forward thinking again in the manager department Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Torrance Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jim Weir said: Presumably this is a pish rip, right? What? Thinking a woman is incapable of successfully managing a men’s football team because she’s a woman? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portable Badger Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jim Weir said: Presumably this is a pish rip, right? I bloody hope it is !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 6 minutes ago, Jack Torrance said: McPhee would make sense as far as succession planning goes. I’d be happy with him succeeding Craig when the time’s right. I’d actually like to see us give the job to a female coach someday soon. Someone like Shelley Kerr. Or at least give a prominent coaching role to a female to prepare them for the head coach role. It would be a forward thinking appointment and good timing given the increased profile of women’s football. Imagine Boydy’s furious column if that happened. “But she’s no been a player in the dressing room!” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Torrance Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Just now, jambocub said: We tried a forward thinking appointment in cathro that was a disaster. Think it'll be a while before we try forward thinking again in the manager department Cathro was untried in a head coach role and dropped straight into it at a new club. Someone like Shelley Kerr, who has experience, or somebody you give the opportunity to work their way into the role, is a different proposition altogether. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Torrance Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 3 minutes ago, Gilbert’s Fridge said: I bloody hope it is !!! Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Weir Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 2 minutes ago, Jack Torrance said: Cathro was untried in a head coach role and dropped straight into it at a new club. Someone like Shelley Kerr, who has experience, or somebody you give the opportunity to work their way into the role, is a different proposition altogether. FFS I've heard it all now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nookie Bear Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 4 minutes ago, Jack Torrance said: Cathro was untried in a head coach role and dropped straight into it at a new club. Someone like Shelley Kerr, who has experience, or somebody you give the opportunity to work their way into the role, is a different proposition altogether. Men’s football is very different from the women’s game so she would have to prove herself in that environment first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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