Unloved and now mocked at Anfield – Roy Hodgson is on borrowed time
The anfield boss says he is still seeking the famous support of the Anfield faithful. However, he might rather prefer the support of those who provide him with hefty cheques.
Liverpool’s new owner John W. Henry and his yank army must be wondering about the amount of support they can carry on giving to a manager who continues to falter. His reign so far has posted more questions than answers to the problems at Anfield. Moreover,
he has turned against the much acclaimed Liverpool fanbase, who are famed for their knowledge of the game and unwavering loyalty.
As Liverpool hit a new low, when they were battered by bottom of the table club http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Wolves-c40952, Anfield delivered its most derogatory verdict yet. They cried out Kenny Dalglishs’ name and shouted chants of ‘Hodgson for England’. Then there was the occasional finger
showing exercise and of course, to wrap it, the booing at the final whistle.
However, the worst was yet to follow, Hodgson attacked the clubs famous Kop by slamming their lack of support and patience. He was clueless out on the touch line but no one could have second guessed that the 63-year old will be equally clueless and out of
his depth in front the media.
Hodgson manfully claimed that he has not had little support from fans but he was used to it now. In return, Liverpool supporters could remind him the number of times his side has played quality football – which can be counted on the fingers of one hand.
At times of chaos, turning against supporters – especially the ones known for their patience – is always a high risk strategy.
At the time Hodgson was appointed as the manager by the former Liverpool board, it sounded reasonably logical; although the fans were very much divided on the competencies of the former Fulham manager.
The 63-year old had the required experience at club level but no meaningful experience at top European clubs. Becoming the ‘manager of the year’ last season was also a huge factor in his appointment. He certainly looked the ideal stop gap manager.
Liverpool fans, like any other set of supporters wanted a high profile figure, someone who had won silverware with one of the top European clubs; however, this wasn’t the case. This straight away added to the pressure that already was associated with the
club, at the time Hodgson took over reigns.
Roy’s tactics and his team selections have left a lot to be desired from and since the start of the season, he has proved to be incapable of acquiring any sort of consistency with the team left over by Rafael Benitez.
The Carling cup loss at home to 2nd division side Northampton dug a deep hole into the reputation of Roy Hodgson. He sunk further when newly promoted side, Blackpool tore http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 to shreds at Anfield.
Liverpool’s away form was questionable from day one and Wednesday night’s home defeat, at the hands of bottom of the table, Wolverhampton, has evaded any glimmer of hope of the support from the fans.
His days as Liverpool boss appear to be numbered and unless he comes away with a rejuvenated Liverpool side at the weekend, he will surely be looking for a new job come Monday.
These are testing times for everyone associated with the club, Roy Hodgson, the players and the fans but none more so than the new owners, NESV. They arrived at the club with high ambitions and the fans are now demanding actions from owners to match their
words.
Sack or not to sack? This question is very much questionable in itself but anything less than three points at home to Bolton should bring down the curtains on Roy Hodgson’s time at the helm.
However, a win could certainly buy him more time but that too will only be until the next game.
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