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Harry Arter: It's my favourite time of the year to play


Monday 24th December 2018


CARDIFF CITY FC


Since Harry Arter signed for the Bluebirds on a season-long-loan deal from Bournemouth in August, the Bluebirds faithful have certainly taken to the experienced Premier League midfielder for his industrious performances in the City shirt.

Ahead of our Boxing Day clash with the Eagles at Selhurst Park, Harry reflected on Saturday's disappointing defeat to a strong Manchester United outfit at CCS, and explained how the players will be looking to respond against Roy Hodgson’s men.

“It’s one we have to put behind us now,” began the 28-year-old. “A change of manager always brings a completely new test, as players seem to find a new gear. We faced Southampton in our last home game before Manchester United and knew that would be tough, but we managed to come through that one.

"We were hoping the same against Manchester United, so it was disappointing not to get the result.”

The Republic of Ireland international went on to outline the importance of picking up points throughout the busy festive period.

“It’s my favourite time of the year to play,” continued Harry. “There’s always a good feeling around the ground and a real togetherness, no matter who we are playing. There is genuine happiness around the place.



"The away games are always going to be tough for us this season and our home form speaks volumes. The fans always cheer us on through the last few minutes of the games to help us grab those points. We’re hoping we can turn our away form around.

"We need to outwork and outperform teams like we do at home and if we can do this then we’ll definitely start picking up more points on the road.

“Crystal Palace have been an established Premier League side for a while now and we’re working towards what they have been achieving year in, year out. We have to try and take points off these kind of teams.

"Our travelling supporters have been brilliant this year, they’ve been behind us when we’ve put in good performances but not got a positive result; they’ve been a credit home and away. They make plenty of noise and hopefully we can give them something to cheer about over Christmas.”



Arter concluded by expressing how important it is to keep revitalised over the congested fixture period and how he has taken to the Bluebirds supporters since his arrival.

“You need one or two days rest, but with there being so many games this time of the year, you prepare yourself for it," he explained. "As soon as one game ends, I’m looking forward to the next already. Thankfully, this season I have been playing consistently.

“Every player loves having the backing from their supporters. It’s great when the fans appreciate it when you’re giving it your all. They’ve made my stay here enjoyable so far. I always try and leave everything out on the pitch and it’s nice to see they’ve noticed that - it’s been a good relationship so far.”

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He was garbage last Saturday - should be dropped to the bench.

He was garbage last Saturday - should be dropped to the bench.

One bad game and dropped?
God help Bsmba, Morrison, Gunnarsson, Murphy, Ralls, Harris, Cunningham and Bennett then.

Nice to see the supporters are out again.Harry Arter particularly has been very decent for us.

Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.

Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.

Don’t disagree with most of that mate but Harris???

Mugs rediculous, you just can't chop and change in such a manner. You sure you're not really Olly, the tinker man.

[quote="bluebirdoct1962"][quote="mugsy"]Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.[/quote]
Don’t disagree with most of that mate but Harris???[/quote]
Why,what has Harris done wrong then?deserves his place in squad,hasn't let us or himself down,when he has played

Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.

Don’t disagree with most of that mate but Harris???

Why,what has Harris done wrong then?deserves his place in squad,hasn't let us or himself down,when he has played

Can’t beat his man, not good without the ball and not strong enough with the ball. All imho.

omg merry xmas guys hope u all learn about football as arter been class for us

omg merry xmas guys hope u all learn about football as arter been class for us

Baffles me how demanding some of our fans are.

One bad game and one of our best players should be dropped? Maybe it’s that these people have no knowledge of football.

I hope Etheridge doesn’t let a goal in at Palace, or Camarasa doesn’t put in a bad corner, or Paterson has a header saved - or they’ll all be for the high jump if some fans have their way.

I doubt these people who demand players who have overachieved for us be dropped, have ever played the game or even kicked a ball. Probable they didn't experience the dungeon years, when the club was on it's knees.Never thought I would see this reaction off true fans.

Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.

Don’t disagree with most of that mate but Harris???

Why,what has Harris done wrong then?deserves his place in squad,hasn't let us or himself down,when he has played

Can’t beat his man, not good without the ball and not strong enough with the ball. All imho.

Harris is Shite mate. He would not get near any other prem club and we seem to think he's brilliant. Do yourself a favour lads.

Some right fools on this site. It like half of our fans only get any pleasure out of the club by putting down our players and writing them off.

Also Arter was the only player closing down v Man U if we had a few more closing them down rather than sitting back we would have done much better. Hopefully Warnock tells them to press higher up the pitch v Palarse otherwise we will Be comftably beaten.

He was garbage last Saturday - should be dropped to the bench.

Great idea drop arguable our best player of the season after one bad game against manu

Some right fools on this site. It like half of our fans only get any pleasure out of the club by putting down our players and writing them off.

Also Arter was the only player closing down v Man U if we had a few more closing them down rather than sitting back we would have done much better. Hopefully Warnock tells them to press higher up the pitch v Palarse otherwise we will Be comftably beaten.

Baffles me how demanding some of our fans are.

One bad game and one of our best players should be dropped? Maybe it’s that these people have no knowledge of football.

I hope Etheridge doesn’t let a goal in at Palace, or Camarasa doesn’t put in a bad corner, or Paterson has a header saved - or they’ll all be for the high jump if some fans have their way.

That’s exactly the point I was trying to make

Yes - he needs to be dropped - as does Bamba Hoilett and Murphy. Play full backs at full back, Manga with Morrison at centre back and Zohore back up tip. Mendez - Laing and Harris out wide.

Don’t disagree with most of that mate but Harris???

Why,what has Harris done wrong then?deserves his place in squad,hasn't let us or himself down,when he has played

Can’t beat his man, not good without the ball and not strong enough with the ball. All imho.

Harris is Shite mate. He would not get near any other prem club and we seem to think he's brilliant. Do yourself a favour lads.

So shite he forced his way into the match day squad,neils words not ours! I Didn't say he was brilliant, but has done little wrong in the gametime he has had so far,so I will reserve judgement on him for now,let's just wait and see

If we drop players for one bad game we would not have a team. We just don't have the squad.

Glad to see Neil has followed my advice and dropped Arter to the bench ( although most above didnt agree!)