Didn't see a thread about him last night and thought he deserved one of his own.
For me Fontaine was man of the match, an absolute rock at the back who won everything in the air all night. I know Robertson had a great game as well but Fontaine edged it for me. The amount of headers that he wins from dangerous looking crosses, free kicks and corners is unreal. It's like having Rob Jones back except I think Fontaine's use of the ball is slightly better.
He's out of contract in a few months so hopefully we can get him tied down. Any more performances like that, especially live in TV, and we will struggle to keep a hold of him. Another great Stubbs signing.
Results 1 to 30 of 52
Thread: Liam Fontaine
-
14-02-2015 10:43 AM #1Testimonial Due
- Join Date
- Jul 2003
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Posts
- 4,053
Liam Fontaine
-
14-02-2015 01:45 PM #2Testimonial Due
- Join Date
- Jul 2010
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Posts
- 1,625
He has been fantastic in recent weeks, solid as a rock yesterday, for me just nudged out for MOTM by Scott Robertson. Also thought Keith Watson was solid for only his second game, fantastic block at the end of the match which wasn't spotted by the ref
-
14-02-2015 01:50 PM #3Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Aug 2013
- Posts
- 17,119
The big man is quality. Just does his job. Makes very, very few mistakes.
-
14-02-2015 01:50 PM #4First Team Regular
- Join Date
- Jan 2015
- Location
- Willowbrae
- Age
- 68
- Posts
- 922
If I was to see Liam Fontaine in a Hibs shirt for the next 5 years, I wouldn't have a problem with that... Does his job superbly, and reads the game well.
-
14-02-2015 01:53 PM #5@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Jan 2011
- Posts
- 3,865
Yep big fella has been solid for weeks now
Has really settled in and is the type of aggressive CH we have needed for years
Isnae bad with the ball at his feet as well and always looks to pick a decent pass
-
14-02-2015 01:58 PM #6Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Aug 2002
- Age
- 46
- Posts
- 21,025
Most weeks he is superb, I really like him.
He is prone to the odd howling performance although he hasn't had one for a while. And when he is, Hanlon has a happy knack of getting his mate out of the **** which is often the sign of a good centre-half partnership.
In fact, I though Hanlon was a bit shaky last night and was fortunate to have Fontaine having a blinder next to him.
-
14-02-2015 01:59 PM #7Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Jun 2005
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Posts
- 9,100
Another great Stubbs signing. Solid all the time.
-
14-02-2015 02:03 PM #8@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Jul 2012
- Location
- Craggy Island..Spanish Version
- Posts
- 5,334
His goal line clearance header from Millar came at a crucial point. Ifs and mibbaes, but going behind at that point would have seen a different game imo
-
14-02-2015 02:03 PM #9@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Jul 2003
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Posts
- 11,781
He's capable at this level but hoping we sign better in the future
Originally Posted by WillowbraeHibby
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteIf I was to see Liam Fontaine in a Hibs shirt for the next 5 years, I wouldn't have a problem with that... Does his job superbly, and reads the game well.
-
14-02-2015 02:04 PM #10Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Apr 2002
- Age
- 49
- Posts
- 27,490
Mental. The guy is a class act. Originally Posted by lucky
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 02:04 PM #11@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Dec 2008
- Location
- LEITH NO MORE
- Posts
- 7,077
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liam_Fontaine
Stubbs seems to be getting the best out of him.
Fulham ( 1 game ) Yeovil Town and Bristol City and 29 years old.
-
14-02-2015 02:06 PM #12Testimonial Due
- Join Date
- Nov 2012
- Age
- 34
- Posts
- 1,215
I wasn't impressed with his debut at alloa but since then he's won me round. 2 blocks off the line against the current buns. He's solid. Exactly what we need. Get him tied down asap.
-
14-02-2015 02:07 PM #13First Team Regular
- Join Date
- Jan 2015
- Location
- Willowbrae
- Age
- 68
- Posts
- 922
Originally Posted by Andy74
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 02:11 PM #14@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Feb 2006
- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Age
- 35
- Posts
- 5,325
- Gamer IDs
-
I think he's simply outstanding, the type of defender we've wanted/needed for years!
Please oh please Hibs get this guy tied down on a new contract!!
-
14-02-2015 02:11 PM #15@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Oct 2010
- Age
- 27
- Posts
- 5,478
- Gamer IDs
-
While I will always hope we sign better, that isn't exactly my feelings towards Fontaine. The guy has been fantastic whenever I've seen him and was MOTM by a distance last night IMO. Originally Posted by lucky
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 02:16 PM #16Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Aug 2002
- Age
- 46
- Posts
- 21,025
Whilst I understand the sentiment and logic behind trying to tie players down to new contracts, I think that we have too many players who are simply too good to be playing in the Scottish Championship. If we go up I could see them extending their stays, but if not I would understand that they would want to move on. Fontaine is one who I would put in this category. Originally Posted by California-Hibs
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 03:24 PM #17Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Nov 2013
- Location
- Paisley
- Posts
- 11,961
Am sure a few folk have heard he has said he would prefer to go back down south where his family are but agree would like him to stay
-
14-02-2015 03:27 PM #18@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- May 2002
- Location
- Edinburgh
- Age
- 62
- Posts
- 44,268
Ronnie, he said that he wouldn't uproot and bring his family up for his one year deal, but if Hibs extended it, he would be interested Originally Posted by Ronniekirk
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 03:29 PM #19First Team Regular
- Join Date
- Jan 2015
- Location
- Willowbrae
- Age
- 68
- Posts
- 922
Originally Posted by Billy Whizz
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Hope Hibs look to extend it then... In fact, I would like a few extended...
-
14-02-2015 03:36 PM #20Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Nov 2013
- Location
- Paisley
- Posts
- 11,961
Originally Posted by Billy Whizz
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 04:41 PM #21Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Mar 2004
- Location
- Edinburgh South
- Posts
- 21,066
He's been immense this season. Terrific defender and always looks at ease with the ball.
Should be made captain.
-
14-02-2015 08:20 PM #22Testimonial Due
- Join Date
- Mar 2007
- Posts
- 2,335
How long is he signed up for?
-
14-02-2015 08:23 PM #23Coaching Staff
- Join Date
- Nov 2013
- Location
- Paisley
- Posts
- 11,961
His contract is up at end of this season Originally Posted by Swedish hibee
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote How long is he signed up for?
-
14-02-2015 08:41 PM #24@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Apr 2002
- Location
- Amityville
- Posts
- 46,706
That's a shocker. Guy is a class act. Originally Posted by lucky
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 09:19 PM #25@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Jan 2006
- Posts
- 15,173
Totally agree. Originally Posted by iwasthere1972
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 09:29 PM #26@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Aug 2011
- Age
- 38
- Posts
- 19,770
We have a few players who if we were in the Premiership would still be amongst the best players in the league - Fontaine is one of them.
Do you think your security can keep you in purity, you will not shake us off above or below. Scottish friction, Scottish fiction
-
14-02-2015 09:31 PM #27@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Apr 2002
- Location
- Musselburgh
- Age
- 66
- Posts
- 19,569
You'll just need to hope then. I don't really care about the level of teams he's been playing against, his whole attitude is spot on, complete professional and I'd love to see him at Hibs for a while yet. Originally Posted by lucky
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
-
14-02-2015 09:45 PM #28@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Jul 2003
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Posts
- 11,781
I'm not slagging the guy off but in 5 years time hopeful of a better Hibs team than now
-
14-02-2015 10:01 PM #29@hibs.net private member
- Join Date
- Apr 2004
- Location
- lincolnshire
- Age
- 64
- Posts
- 24,141
In his current role he will cruise through Scottish football for the next few years if he is properly managed and motivated, we really need to keep this quality defender. He makes it all look so easy. Must inspire confidence from those around him.
"I did not need any persuasion to play for such a great club, the Hibs result is still one of the first I look for"
Sir Matt Busby
-
14-02-2015 10:27 PM #30
I think he's a cracking player, very composed, reads the game well and can play football. Get him signed up longer Hibs!
Follow the Hibs podcast, Longbangers, on Twitter (@longbangers)
https://longbangers.hubwave.net
Reply With Quote| Log in to remove the advert |
Bookmarks