The Frank Lampard tribute thread.

[Extended-Phenotype]

Meanwhile, I found this interesting.
http://www.bsports.com/extratime/creativity-in-the-premier-league

Most Creative Players in Premier League (Nov 26 2013)

Player / Assists / Shot Assists per 90 mins / % Shot Assists from open play

Steven Gerrard 5 2.74 46.88%
Wayne Rooney 5 2.53 53.85%
Kevin Mirallas 5 2.23 52.17%
Mesut Özil 4 2.89 68.00%
Sergio Agüero 4 2.15 80.00%
Olivier Giroud 4 1.47 76.47%
Aaron Ramsey 4 1.33 73.33%
David Silva 3 4.20 59.26%
Jesús Navas 3 2.77 56.25%
Peter Whittingham 3 1.67 35.00%
Rickie Lambert 3 1.51 81.25%
Samir Nasri 2 3.43 66.67%
James Ward-Prowse 2 3.05 60.00%
Morgan Amalfitano 2 2.80 68.18%
Eden Hazard 2 2.52 92.59%
Adam Lallana 2 1.93 60.00%
Yohan Cabaye 2 1.87 46.67%
Frank Lampard 2 1.86 38.89%
Wayne Routledge 2 1.69 86.67%
Patrice Evra 2 1.45 87.50%
Roberto Soldado 2 1.43 86.67%
Christian Eriksen 1 3.79 61.11%
Juan Mata 1 3.50 46.67%
Luis Suárez 1 2.86 80.00%
Moussa Sissoko 1 2.09 95.65%
Tom Huddlestone 1 2.03 52.17%
Adam Johnson 1 1.88 75.00%
Mark Noble 1 1.87 59.09%
Michu 1 1.75 94.12%
Stéphane Sessegnon 1 1.70 93.33%
Ashley Westwood 1 1.54 46.67%
Jordan Henderson 1 1.50 94.44%
Seamus Coleman 1 1.33 93.75%
Ramires 1 1.25 93.33%
Steven N'Zonzi 1 1.25 93.33%
Robert Snodgrass 0 2.86 45.83%
Andre Schürrle 0 2.84 86.67%
Stewart Downing 0 2.55 80.00%
Christian Benteke 0 2.43 95.24%
Andros Townsend 0 2.02 89.47%
Mousa Dembélé 0 1.91 100.00%
Oscar 0 1.66 94.12%
Kyle Walker 0 1.50 88.89%
Leighton Baines 0 1.30 60.00%


Lampard doesn't seem to fare as well in stats that aren't made up.

[No Fixed Abode]

5 goals so far this season.

[Big Foot]

There doesn't seem to be a column for Ballon D'Or top 3 finishes on your chart, E-P.

[Extended-Phenotype]

5 goals so far this season.

Aye, that's not bad. It's true as well, which is refreshing.

[Extended-Phenotype]

There doesn't seem to be a column for Ballon D'Or top 3 finishes on your chart, E-P.

Because the table is for 2013, rather than 2005?

HTH

[YateleyRoyal]

5 goals so far this season.

Yep, less than Ramsey, Yaya Toure, Eden Hazard, Jay Rodriguez, and the same as Nasri and Ozil, all in the league. Top MidfieLOLder.

[No Fixed Abode]

5 goals so far this season.

Yep, less than Ramsey, Yaya Toure, Eden Hazard, Jay Rodriguez, and the same as Nasri and Ozil, all in the league. Top MidfieLOLder.

So he's still up there with the best despite being past his prime. Thanks for that.

[Extended-Phenotype]

Mate had a look on Sun+.

No such stat exists regarding Lampard. But rather than embarrass you further, let's move past it - Kes, as a Lampard fan, why do you think he has been unable to replicate his club form internationally?

As Big Foot said, the last time he was any good was 2004/2005. What do you think is the reason behind the discrepancy between performances for club and country?

[YateleyRoyal]

5 goals so far this season.

Yep, less than Ramsey, Yaya Toure, Eden Hazard, Jay Rodriguez, and the same as Nasri and Ozil, all in the league. Top MidfieLOLder.

So he's still up there with the best despite being past his prime. Thanks for that.

Did you see the name Jay Rodriguez there?

[Extended-Phenotype]

Did you see the name Jay Rodriguez there?

Hmm. Don't think you can knock Frank for scoring 5 goals in circa 20 games.

You could knock him for lacking creativity though, compared to other midfielders. But then, I guess that's often been his problem; he's always been more of a goal scorer than a midfielder - that's not a criticism, btw. Some players while limited can excel with the right team around them, the right amount of set-piece responsibility and the right opponents in front of them. Maybe this is why he has struggled to replicate his club form for his country, though I'd like to hear why a fan of his might think it is.

[King of Sting]

Mate had a look on Sun+.

No such stat exists regarding Lampard. But rather than embarrass you further, let's move past it - Kes, as a Lampard fan, why do you think he has been unable to replicate his club form internationally?

As Big Foot said, the last time he was any good was 2004/2005. What do you think is the reason behind the discrepancy between performances for club and country?

Of course the stat doesn't exist because it was all lies.

[YateleyRoyal]

Did you see the name Jay Rodriguez there?

Hmm. Don't think you can knock Frank for scoring 5 goals in circa 20 games.

You could knock him for lacking creativity though, compared to other midfielders. But then, I guess that's often been his problem; he's always been more of a goal scorer than a midfielder - that's not a criticism, btw. Some players while limited can excel with the right team around them, the right amount of set-piece responsibility and the right opponents in front of them. Maybe this is why he has struggled to replicate his club form for his country, though I'd like to hear why a fan of his might think it is.

Not necessarily criticising him for his goals, more Kes for gloating in it, when there are several players doing the same/better, including some distinctly average players.

[Big Foot]

Did you see the name Jay Rodriguez there?

Hmm. Don't think you can knock Frank for scoring 5 goals in circa 20 games.

You could knock him for lacking creativity though, compared to other midfielders. But then, I guess that's often been his problem; he's always been more of a goal scorer than a midfielder - that's not a criticism, btw. Some players while limited can excel with the right team around them, the right amount of set-piece responsibility and the right opponents in front of them. Maybe this is why he has struggled to replicate his club form for his country, though I'd like to hear why a fan of his might think it is.

Not necessarily criticising him for his goals, more Kes for gloating in it, when there are several players doing the same/better, including some distinctly average players.

Consistency to do it year in, year out is key. Lampard is the only player to have scored 10+ PL goals in 10 consecutive PL seasons, despite being a) fat, b) past it, c) a midfielder, d) useless. Why is this?

[Extended-Phenotype]

Consistency to do it year in, year out is key. Lampard is the only player to have scored 10+ PL goals in 10 consecutive PL seasons, despite being a) fat, b) past it, c) a midfielder, d) useless. Why is this?

Because he is an excellent player for his club. But why hasn't he matched this form for country?

[No Fixed Abode]

Mate had a look on Sun+.

No such stat exists regarding Lampard. But rather than embarrass you further, let's move past it - Kes, as a Lampard fan, why do you think he has been unable to replicate his club form internationally?

As Big Foot said, the last time he was any good was 2004/2005. What do you think is the reason behind the discrepancy between performances for club and country?

Link?

[No Fixed Abode]

Mate had a look on Sun+.

No such stat exists regarding Lampard. But rather than embarrass you further, let's move past it - Kes, as a Lampard fan, why do you think he has been unable to replicate his club form internationally?

As Big Foot said, the last time he was any good was 2004/2005. What do you think is the reason behind the discrepancy between performances for club and country?

Of course the stat doesn't exist because it was all lies.

It does really exist. It was in the Sun on Sunday Football pull out. There was an article on why Lampard had suffered some abuse from England fans when A) he was the 2nd highest scorer in 2014 qualifying and B) he created the most chances during 2014 qualifying.

Whether you choose to believe it or not is up to you. But it wouldn't be the first time Liverpool fans ignored the truth to suit their own agenda.

Anyway, looking forward to your reply about how you have me on your ignore list.

[No Fixed Abode]

Consistency to do it year in, year out is key. Lampard is the only player to have scored 10+ PL goals in 10 consecutive PL seasons, despite being a) fat, b) past it, c) a midfielder, d) useless. Why is this?

Because he is an excellent player for his club. But why hasn't he matched this form for country?

But he has. He was voted England fans player of the year in consecutive seasons.

I suspect Ronaldo won't be quite as good when he's 35 as he is now........

[No Fixed Abode]

Did you see the name Jay Rodriguez there?

Hmm. Don't think you can knock Frank for scoring 5 goals in circa 20 games.

You could knock him for lacking creativity though, compared to other midfielders. But then, I guess that's often been his problem; he's always been more of a goal scorer than a midfielder - that's not a criticism, btw. Some players while limited can excel with the right team around them, the right amount of set-piece responsibility and the right opponents in front of them. Maybe this is why he has struggled to replicate his club form for his country, though I'd like to hear why a fan of his might think it is.

Not necessarily criticising him for his goals, more Kes for gloating in it, when there are several players doing the same/better, including some distinctly average players.

Haven't most of those players you quoted had more game time than Lampard this season? Just a thought.

[floyd__streete]

Because he is an excellent player for his club. But why hasn't he matched this form for country?

But he has. He was voted England fans player of the year in consecutive seasons.

LOL, that is a bit like winning 'Miss Whitley' though, isn't it

[No Fixed Abode]

Because he is an excellent player for his club. But why hasn't he matched this form for country?

But he has. He was voted England fans player of the year in consecutive seasons.

LOL, that is a bit like winning 'Miss Whitley' though, isn't it