21-12-2018, 11:19 AM
In my book there's 4 basic talents required to be a good goalkeeper: 1) shot stopping 2) Aerial dominance 3) Kicking 4) Composure under pressure
His kicking appeared to be less poor on Monday because he was just punting it down field. It's when he tries to actually pick out a pass and distribute that he has issues.
He's dire when he's put under pressure from crosses, Derby didn't do that on Monday. Millwall did and he lost the plot completely.
So it's down to his shot stopping ability. I don't have a problem there but to be honest I've not noticed him being extra-ordinary at that either. In fact I'd say Smith has better talent in that regard.
His kicking appeared to be less poor on Monday because he was just punting it down field. It's when he tries to actually pick out a pass and distribute that he has issues.
He's dire when he's put under pressure from crosses, Derby didn't do that on Monday. Millwall did and he lost the plot completely.
So it's down to his shot stopping ability. I don't have a problem there but to be honest I've not noticed him being extra-ordinary at that either. In fact I'd say Smith has better talent in that regard.