All things Garcia

[Big Al]

Thought might be easier to start a new thread now he is signed and to be delivered.

Have thrown in a poll as well

http://theworldgame.sbs.com.au/article/2016/01/18/luis-garcia-coup-gets-seal-approval-corona

"He's a good player," Corona said of Garcia. "Lucky for here. It's good that bit by bit coming to Australia are European footballers. It's good for everybody.

 

[tim...]

Poll is 8-0. 100% Yes

Says it all.

 

[crock]

luis garcia is a huge for the club well done to all those who got him to the club so excited for saturday now

 

[Capt. Awesome]

I think it's genius. Not only is he a marque he is a Liverpool legend. I'm not a Liverpool fan but from what I can tell they have the a massive fan base in Australia. Probable the biggest for a non Australian club.

So to tap into this fan base is huge for us and the A-League. Will hopefully convert a few eurosnobs to the A-League as well.

 

[Gratis]

 

[Rowdy]

That's prety darn close to how I see the formation with Garcia in the side.

A 4-2-1-3, with LG sitting in front of the x2 DM's but slightly deeper than the front attacking 3 who are flatter.

In behind them he can be pulling those strings creating for those attacking front x3 (which was all we wanted out of Caceras, adio$) & also coming into the 18yrd box to add his own magical contributions.

However, until his fitness is up to scratch I think you'll see him coming off the bench for either Austin or Ferreira.

Gives him some safety in the wider position to come to grips with the Aus physicality that all foreigners are quite surprised by. Allows him to NOT have the shit kicked out of him by a sundry of CB's trying to welcome him to the League, as opposed to instead having him centrally or 'playing him up front' to start off.

That would be a dumb move in my reckoning.

Fantástico coup for the club, can't wait! !!!

 

[true believer]

can't see Garcia starting for over a month . I think he'll be primed as a come on
in the 65th , if close and turn the game .
it'll be interesting if he gets the protected species status that ADP had .

 

[dibo]

He'll be slow, but he'll see the game three moves ahead, and he'll read defenders three moves ahead (same as ADP, which is why ADP won so many fouls; he'd sucker the defender into a challenge and fall over his leg).

 

[Gratis]

exactly this ^^

 

[nebakke]

Well... Looks like he'll be in the squad.

http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/garcia-confirmed-wanderers-clash#:yXhsJ_yuFsO6RA

Not too stressed about his speed to be honest... If he can distribute to the speedsters, I think we're off to a good start at least... They've shown they can take it from there

 

[Gratis]

I like these little insights from Walmsley:
Despite his age, Walmsley is confident the 37-year old is up to the rigours of the A-League.

“He’s been very active,” he said.

“He had an injury, that’s the only reason why [he wasn’t playing] but he’s in incredible condition. He’s not really that old, he’s 37.

“And the type of player he is, the type of player that gets in the pockets and plays smart, we’re not going to be asking him to be running him box-to-box.

“We’re going to be asking him to make a smart contribution on the pitch and then at training giving everything to the likes of Liam Rose and the other young boys in the team.”

The Mariners plan to play Garcia as their number 10.

“We’ve got great wingers this year and we need somebody who can see the pitches and play the ball forward early into good areas,” Walmsley said.

“With his new vision and two feet, he can pick the ball up from anywhere and put it anywhere. He fits the bill on the pitch and off the pitch.”


Read more at http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/garcia-confirmed-wanderers-clash#pZMVuasT8p4DfizM.99

 

[VicMariner]

Well worth the risk imo. The boys are going to be buzzing, probably play with more energy, boost their confidence with him on the park and they will probably be trying to impress him, and that's all without LG doing anything. Add his skills to the mix on the pitch and things should go well. We should see a boost in attendance too.
Naysayers in the media and other clubs can go f**k themselves.

LG - life's good!

 

[ballantyne]

Have we ever had two left footed attackers before?

 

[Rowdy]

LG - life's good!

LOL was the thing that instantly came to mind when I typed LG in a post for the first time last nite.

Maybe if he goes alright, we can hit LG (Electronics) for front of shirt/Major sponsor and get to keep Garcia for the whole of next season

 

[BrisRecky]

im not a liverpool fan by any stretch of the imagination..well, except for the music, BUT, if nothing else the young boys will learn a massive amount...if they dont pick his brain they need shooting, so all i can say is HOLA MI AMIGO

 

[Gratis]

Hear from Central Coast Mariners CEO Shaun Mielekamp who yesterday spoke withNBN Television about the huge impact Luis Garcia's arrival will have on the Central Coast and the Hyundai A-League!

 

[Rowdy]

CONFIRMED: Luis Garcia Airport Arrival.

Tuesday, 19 January 2016 -

@ccmariners

Let’s welcome our new marquee man, Luis Garcia to Australia with open arms! We’re calling on all Central Coast Mariners & Liverpool fans to join us at Sydney Airport THIS THURSDAY with his flight set to touch down at 7:00am.

The Liverpool cult hero’s much anticipated arrival to Australia provides the first opportunity for Members & fans to snap the first photo or grab the first signature of Luis Garcia in Australia.

We only have one chance to make a first impression so let’s make sure our new Spanish recruit feels right at home when he touches down in Sydney to a sea of yellow ahead of Saturday’s clash against the Western Sydney Wanderers.

Will you be at Central Caost Stadium for Luis Garcia's first match in Yellow & Navy? CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.

Luis Garcia’s Airport Arrival details

Where: Sydney International Airport (arrivals hall) 

When: Thursday January 21 – scheduled to arrive at 7am


Read more at http://www.ccmariners.com.au/articl...km7zdl0u7gxv1o0e4t1ica1jc#ZwFyc8PCLL6jYDu2.99

 

[pjennings]

I like these little insights from Walmsley:
Despite his age, Walmsley is confident the 37-year old is up to the rigours of the A-League.

“He’s been very active,” he said.

“He had an injury, that’s the only reason why [he wasn’t playing] but he’s in incredible condition. He’s not really that old, he’s 37.

“And the type of player he is, the type of player that gets in the pockets and plays smart, we’re not going to be asking him to be running him box-to-box.

“We’re going to be asking him to make a smart contribution on the pitch and then at training giving everything to the likes of Liam Rose and the other young boys in the team.”

The Mariners plan to play Garcia as their number 10.

“We’ve got great wingers this year and we need somebody who can see the pitches and play the ball forward early into good areas,” Walmsley said.

“With his new vision and two feet, he can pick the ball up from anywhere and put it anywhere. He fits the bill on the pitch and off the pitch.”


Read more at http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/garcia-confirmed-wanderers-clash#pZMVuasT8p4DfizM.99

Must have a new pair of contacts

 

[Forum Phoenix]

"and two feet" No wonder there's so much hype.
Scoring all those goals while he only had one foot? I had no idea.
Imagine what he can do now he has two!!!

 

[Rowdy]

"Candy from a Baby "

Luis Garcia's Community Clinic:

Garcia is IN! Welcome Liverpool Legend Luis Garcia to the Central Coast, and get sign up for the Luis Garcia Community Clinic held on Monday January 25 2016! This will be your opportunity to under go a skills session led by Mariners legend Adam Kwasnik and his team of qualified coaches, as well as an exclusive meet and greet with our new marquee man - Luis Garcia.

What does it include?

- Football Skills Session, led by Adam Kwasnik.

- Take part in a group photo with Luis Garcia.

- Participant to have an individual photo with Luis Garcia, which will be available to download high-res from the club for your personal use.

- A Certificate to mark the participants involvement in the clinic.

This clinic is open to boys and girls aged 5-12 of all skill levels - however places are strictly limited to book now to avoid disapointment!

Central Coast Mariners
- Luis Garcia Community Clinic

TUGGERAH (5 - 12 year olds):
Venue: Mariners Centre of Excellence -
1 Bryant Drive, Tuggerah NSW
Dates: Monday 25th January 2016
Time: 9:00am - 11:30am
Cost: $100