[Archived] Nicko's Thread

[Ricky]

Its a years more experience than Shearer has.

[nicko]

Its a years more experience than Shearer has.

You don't need any managerial experience to manage a country's football team. You could have all the coaching badges in the world and still be a halfwit...as someone recently proved.

Football is a simple game at that level. You have a group of good players, just make sure they are put in positions where they can do best.

Shearer played at the top flight for years and was a grown-up at the age of 16. He led by example on the pitch and knows the game. The England players would look up to him and listen to him.

I realise there is an anti-Shearer vibe at Blackburn because of the shabby way he left you, but putting that aside he is the natural choice.

[nicko]

Just a thought...have you heard of a guy called Slaven Bilic?

No club experience, worked with the under-21s briefly and then became boss of Croatia.

Played at the top for club and country, commands respect, knows a player, fires his men up...

Mind you, he didn't work for Macclesfield. Otherwise he has it all going for him.

[BlueMonday]

You do not have to be a rocket scientist to lead international footballers. Just pick a team with a shape and tactics they can understand and get them fired up.

I guess Mr. McClaren can forget sending an application form to N.A.S.A. any time in the future, then !

[Bazzanotsogreat]

I realise there is an anti-Shearer vibe at Blackburn because of the shabby way he left you, but putting that aside he is the natural choice.

Nicko IMO, there is an anti- shearer brigade not just because of the unsatisfactory manner when he left. But because he has shown very little respect for the club to throughout the rest of his career, he found it almost impossible to illustrate what this club did for his career.

Maybe its because he actually won something here and never achieved such a feet at his beloved “Toon”. As far as him for England manager, I have rather mixed feelings yesthe likes of Van basten, Klinsman and Donadoni have done okay to well during there stints but ive never been convinced that Shearer is astute enough tactically or in his understanding of the game to cross swords with the best international managers.

Remember –Great players don’t always make great managers. Look at the likes of Keegan, Robson & Shearers favourite Guilet.

[ihateburnley]

I'd be prepared to let Shearer have a go.

I don't subscribe to the opinion that an international manager should be a Mourinho-type club manager. We don't need someone that is adept in the transfer market and good on the training ground. Shearer could rally the troops, tell them what he (and we) thinks of them and choose the best squad for the job. Let's be honest there isn't a lot more to it than that. I mean come on, what does an international football manager do when there isn't an international game on? Exactly, bugger all.

The problem that we've had is that McClaren and Venables are probably most reknowned for being decent 'coaches'. Now I'm no expert, but surely the players that get called up require absolutely sod all 'coaching' - they just need a kick up the arse/motivating and putting into position. Sven was a club manager - his history is basically revolved around good work in the transfer market and being an all-round club man.

Shearer is probably the most respected former England international that could possibly be considered. Yes he may not have experience, but what is 'experience'? Sven was vastly 'experienced' but didn't cut the mustard. McClaren was 'experienced' in terms of having worked under one of the best managers in the world and taking control of a Premiership club, and Venables had even done the job before!

Nah, ###### to experience. Hughes was relatively inexperienced compared to Souness when he came to the club - still think we made the wrong decision?

[LeChuck]

Look through the propaganda, what exactly has he achieved?

He did achieve our best tournament finish for what will be at least two decades by the time we play in another one. He's also the best manager this country has had in that time, it's a shame that his association with the McClaren era will taint his record, because it should be a very proud one.

[Ronin]

Just a thought...have you heard of a guy called Slaven Bilic?

No club experience, worked with the under-21s briefly and then became boss of Croatia.

Played at the top for club and country, commands respect, knows a player, fires his men up...

Mind you, he didn't work for Macclesfield. Otherwise he has it all going for him.

Although he's had club experience, that sounds a bit like Pearce for England.

[Exiled_Rover]

Although he's had club experience, that sounds a bit like Pearce for England.

I was just about to say - going on that basis, Pearce is a better choice than Shearer.

[American]

I'd be prepared to let Shearer have a go.

I don't subscribe to the opinion that an international manager should be a Mourinho-type club manager. We don't need someone that is adept in the transfer market and good on the training ground. Shearer could rally the troops, tell them what he (and we) thinks of them and choose the best squad for the job. Let's be honest there isn't a lot more to it than that. I mean come on, what does an international football manager do when there isn't an international game on? Exactly, bugger all.

The problem that we've had is that McClaren and Venables are probably most reknowned for being decent 'coaches'. Now I'm no expert, but surely the players that get called up require absolutely sod all 'coaching' - they just need a kick up the arse/motivating and putting into position. Sven was a club manager - his history is basically revolved around good work in the transfer market and being an all-round club man.

Shearer is probably the most respected former England international that could possibly be considered. Yes he may not have experience, but what is 'experience'? Sven was vastly 'experienced' but didn't cut the mustard. McClaren was 'experienced' in terms of having worked under one of the best managers in the world and taking control of a Premiership club, and Venables had even done the job before!

Nah, ###### to experience. Hughes was relatively inexperienced compared to Souness when he came to the club - still think we made the wrong decision?

Very good post. Hits the nail on the head about the differences in requirements for national vs club managers.

[Flopsy]

but putting that aside he is the natural choice.

Nicko, please dont get me wrong, I really like the way you come on here and give us all the gossip/news perspective, I really do.

But come on, you've had a liquid lunch and breakfast havent you?

[rovers_rob]

Nicko, please dont get me wrong, I really like the way you come on here and give us all the gossip/news perspective, I really do.

But come on, you've had a liquid lunch and breakfast havent you?

I don't think it would be a bad idea to put Shearer in charge like Wales did with Hughes.

The players that England have just need guidance and inspiration, they don't need coaching. I think Shearer could do that. Look at Roy Keane, he had no experience but he is a natural leader. The FA won't appoint Shearer though, they haven’t got the guts.

[philipl]

Shearer could be good, might be not.

Capello, like Sven before him, would guarrantee England at least getting to the Finals of tournaments.

If the Shearer gamble didn't work, no footy at the 2010 World Cup to watch...

[Flopsy]

Wales were so good that they got murdered by Sven's england.

Look, I think Shearer/another ex player would be a good idea, if they were taking over a fairly stable "in a bit of a slump side" we're not in that, we're in a lot of trouble, our players cant pass, they have no tactical nouse and generally are a bit @#/?, whatever a player does he'll be up for a good kicking because he'll be favouring his club/mates or wont want to rock the boat too much. Me I think Cappello or Lippi would be great and get the national academy set up quick.

[rovers_rob]

What about Benitez for England ? He isn't afraid of substituting Gerrard !!

I think his days are numbered at Liverpool.

[thenodrog]

Shearer is not my favourite choice but he'd be no worse than the last one.

[nicko]

Nicko, please dont get me wrong, I really like the way you come on here and give us all the gossip/news perspective, I really do.

But come on, you've had a liquid lunch and breakfast havent you?

No, I'm still on solids thanks.

Hacking out stories with one finger half of the time and scooting off round the football neighbourhood the rest of the time.

But it does seem that the Shearer idea may not be so stupid after all.

I forgot to add, he's about the last Englishman who hasn't distanced himself from the job...yet.

[ihateburnley]

Capello, like Sven before him, would guarrantee England at least getting to the Finals of tournaments.

I don't believe it's that cut and dried. Capello would be/is a great club manager but in my opinion it's not a question of coaching or to a certain extent, tactics. It's about motivation and inspiration. We KNOW that the majority of our players have natural ability, and the likes of Rooney, Lampard, Gerrard etc receive worldclass coaching every day at their respective clubs. However, I can't see Capello adding anything to this knowledge. Capello will know very little about English football compared to the likes of Shearer.

To be honest, I can imagine the FA giving Pearce a go even though I feel that would be the wrong decision. I just think Shearer is a very popular stereotypical Englishman, who is one of the most successful international players we have had for the last 15-20 years, who is out of a job and knows the game inside out. I feel he is the natural choice.

[Fife Rover]

It's a bit bizarre for me to say who should be the next England boss...but.

Don't go down the foreign line. Even Capello would be a mistake.

I gave up on Scotland when we brought in Vogts. Look at the transformation under Walter Smith and Alex McLeish, two averge bosses really but true Scots.

If you are going to fail at least fail with your own people. If you come up short do it with your own people.

Alan Shearer is a born leader. He will have respect and also has knowledge. Stick an experienced man with him and it will work.

You have to represent your country - not just take a cushy job.

I was proud of Scotland last Satirday because we showed passion and desire. I was sick we lost. I haven;t felt like that for years. Take defeat and learn from it.

But employ one of your own.

Very well said Nicko! That really brought a lump to my throat, and you are so right. I would rather see England go down fighting any time than playing like a set of Nancy boys as they have done for some time now.

[Yerotsluap]

Nicko any truth in the rumours in the papers up here in scotland yesterday about Rovers going in for Evander Sno from Celtic in January

[deryck guyler's spoon]

Nicko any truth in the rumours in the papers up here in scotland yesterday about Rovers going in for Evander Sno from Celtic in January

Nooooooooooo!!!!!!!

[nicko]

Nicko any truth in the rumours in the papers up here in scotland yesterday about Rovers going in for Evander Sno from Celtic in January

I'd have to say that's a new one on me...I can't see the attraction either.

[Tim Southampton Rover]

Nicko IMO, there is an anti- shearer brigade not just because of the unsatisfactory manner when he left. But because he has shown very little respect for the club to throughout the rest of his career, he found it almost impossible to illustrate what this club did for his career.

Maybe its because he actually won something here and never achieved such a feet at his beloved “Toon”.

Anyone who is anti-Shearer is a disgrace to Blackburn especially after what he's achieved with us. I think people offer him very little respect because he left us for his home town club and can't get over the fact that it all went tits up when he left us.

Shearer is a Blackburn legend. Everytime he comes to Ewood Park, we should give him a massive cheer and round of applause.

[Bazzanotsogreat]

Anyone who is anti-Shearer is a disgrace to Blackburn especially after what he's achieved with us. I think people offer him very little respect because he left us for his home town club and can't get over the fact that it all went tits up when he left us.

Shearer is a Blackburn legend. Everytime he comes to Ewood Park, we should give him a massive cheer and round of applause.

What about the other 10 guys?

I for one have never booed Shearer when he played for us. But what does urk me is the fact that even now he will not give us any credit for the role we played in his career and the fact that without doubt his best form was with us and not the Toon.

When he says something positive about the current side during his punditary, it always seems to be through gritted teeth.

[yoda]

What about the other 10 guys?

I for one have never booed Shearer when he played for us. But what does urk me is the fact that even now he will not give us any credit for the role we played in his career and the fact that without doubt his best form was with us and not the Toon.

When he says something positive about the current side during his punditary, it always seems to be through gritted teeth.

Well said Bazzanotsogreat, we had the best out of Shearer and he was one of the best players to ever play for the Rovers, Legend is an over used word sometimes, now Simon Garner was and is a legend.