07-27-2017, 10:11 AM
(07-27-2017, 09:22 AM)dabigv link Wrote:He got all of that one, to borrow from baseball parlance.
Morris is who he is- he has speed, good motor, and just enough flair to his game to make some special things happen from time to time. But he isn't an elite dribbler, is more reliant on his right than his left, and is not great at holding up play and bringing others into an attacking movement. (I'm not a of exceedingly large proportions USMNT or Seattle fan, so this is only based on a handful of games, perhaps people with more viewing experience have more or different thoughts).
I think he could definitely contribute positively though for the US in the WC and qualifying campaign. I think he fits best coming from the wing, playing a complementary role rather than the focal point CF, and given the other USMNT options, probably as a sub.
100% accurate analysis. He is very fast, strong and his right footed shot is not only powerful but he gets it off quickly. He isn't going to dribble by anyone but he will run by everyone and is in constant motion looking for open space. He also works hard pressuring opponents trying to build up from the back. In particular as a second half sub he can be very effective against tiring defenders. Anything can happen over the next ten and a half months but if the World Cup started today he would almost certainly be on the roster.
