Vladimir Ivic

Discussion in 'Former Players Archive' started by Malteser2, Aug 12, 2020.

  1. Markoa$

    Markoa$ Squad Player

    Kabasele certainly won’t by laying down pretending to be injured. Maybe this is why he wants out now?
     
  2. Malteser2

    Malteser2 Reservist

    I think the positive reaction tonight is down to two factors.

    The first, and most important, is we have a serial winner here. Two league titles and two cups in three seasons. Youngish and up and coming. One of those appointments that could, just could, be a real coup.

    Secondly, I think anybody who was a little lukewarm about Ivic when his name first appeared here two weeks ago had since had the horror of Ventura getting mentioned plus links to Puel and other names that didn’t excite. As a result, there’s no doubt a great sense of relief.
     
  3. hornetboy1

    hornetboy1 First Team Captain

    My only concern is what will they do with Mullins and Stack. I hope they are retained.
     
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  4. The undeniable truth

    The undeniable truth First Team Captain

    Filed in dept S.
     
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  5. Forzainglese

    Forzainglese Reservist

    Yes.
    Some of the other names just didn't excite. I mean... Hughton...
     
  6. CaveManHornet

    CaveManHornet Reservist

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    Gambling addiction paid off finally
     
  7. wfcwarehouse

    wfcwarehouse First Team Captain

    I’ll withhold judgement. The standard of football in Israel is appalling at best, so it’s a definite upgrade in quality for him.
     
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  8. folkestone orn

    folkestone orn Squad Player

    Why wouldn't they be?
     
  9. Sort of OK

    Sort of OK Reservist

    I'd never heard of the bloke 10 days ago but happy with this, can't argue with his record so far. Maybe a bit of winning mentality will transfer to the players.

    And I voted him on the other thread so it feels like I've won the raffle, and I never win those.
     
  10. The undeniable truth

    The undeniable truth First Team Captain

    Not sure how they would fit in though ?
     
  11. artvanderlay

    artvanderlay First Year Pro

    Delighted with this appointment, ambitious and a winner. We'll need to accept that his style might be a bit more direct than we'd perhaps like but I'm convinced we need someone like him to change the culture and get us winning again. Welcome to Ivicarage Road!
     
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  12. folkestone orn

    folkestone orn Squad Player

    They are U23 coaches, I can't see Ilic bringing his own people in for those jobs. Maybe an assistant and few first team coaches though?
     
  13. PotGuy

    PotGuy Forum Fetishist

    Never heard of him. Expectation: gone by Christmas
     
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  14. Relegation Certs

    Relegation Certs Squad Player

    - never ******* heard of him
    - looks like his hobbies include genocide
    - thick, luxurious hair
    - looks dapper in suit


    We've got our club back.
     
  15. onion8837

    onion8837 Reservist

    I think you need to view his career with a fair degree of circumcision
     
  16. El distraído

    El distraído Johnny Foreigner

    Don't go giving Richard Hughes any ideas!
     
  17. Supertommymooney

    Supertommymooney Squad Player

    Not sure Zola ever ticked that second box...
     
  18. The undeniable truth

    The undeniable truth First Team Captain

    Doubt his blood temperature ever exceeds 15 degrees. No wet QSF patches with this guy.
     
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  19. Hogg-DEENEY!!!

    Hogg-DEENEY!!! Squad Player

    Yes it is, but he also had a good record in Greece with PAOK, and the standard there can't be too different from the Championship
     
  20. Forzainglese

    Forzainglese Reservist

    Don't be so snippy!
     
  21. onion8837

    onion8837 Reservist

    I’ll have Ben pints of Foreskins please barman
     
  22. wfcSinatra

    wfcSinatra Predictor Choker 14/15

    That interview is really exciting.

    He’s won a lot in his life, no matter what the level is.

    7 goals conceded in 26 games.

    35 games unbeaten.

    High pressure attacking football.

    Really happy.

    COYH!


    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
     
  23. The Voice of Reason

    The Voice of Reason First Team Captain

    Well as many have said I'd never heard of him until recently, but out of the guys who have been linked with the job I like the sound of him. He kind of reminds me of Joka, and if Ivic proves to be as good as he was for us then I will very pleased.
     
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  24. Luther Bassett

    Luther Bassett Reservist

    Two fine contributions. Imagine the second isn’t original, but new to me and very amusing.
     
  25. simpleMASH

    simpleMASH Reservist

    Like what I’ve heard about the guy.

    I’d love it if he turns out to be great for us; drops the underperformers regardless of profile, develops youth, takes no s*** from anyone and takes us back up. Keep a head coach for a good 3+ years.

    LOL who am I kidding.
     
  26. Speaks English well which for a Watford appointment is always a good start
     
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  27. Malteser2

    Malteser2 Reservist

    I think rather than focussing on the quality of the league, it’s as important to look for how a coach improves a side.

    In Israel his club had finished 3rd the season before he arrived. So, whatever the respective merits or not of Israeli football, he improved them. A lot.

    He’s also never been fired from a club, although of course the cynics would say that proud boast is under threat now!
     
  28. lowerrous

    lowerrous First Team

    Pleased with this, seems to tick most the boxes.

    I also think the appointment could even be lower risk than Struber, who I think had big question marks over him from losing his backroom staff and also favouring a system our players would be unfamiliar with and might not suit our current squad.
     
  29. Teide1

    Teide1 Squad Player

    I like you you have done there, very clever- Welcome!
     
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  30. hornetboy1

    hornetboy1 First Team Captain

    Well that was short lived.

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  31. Clive_ofthe_Kremlin

    Clive_ofthe_Kremlin Squad Player

    The lucky 13p extra swung it
     
  32. wfc4ever

    wfc4ever Administrator Staff Member

    Good luck to him.

    Might need it !

    Hopefully he is given the squad and time to be successful.

    We need some stability and allow the manager to do his job.
     
  33. a19tgg

    a19tgg First Team

    My head said Struber but my heart said Ivic, so all in all I’m glad it’s him.
     
  34. wfc4ever

    wfc4ever Administrator Staff Member

    Probably upset someone before the season starts !
     
  35. hornetboy1

    hornetboy1 First Team Captain

    Gino is pulling out all the stops and is sending his personal boat in order to pick him up.

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