[babytiger2001]

I included a lot of options in this poll, so if by some freak of my imagination, I have forgotten anything, please list it accordingly.

Also, as anticipated as his debut will be, how do you think he will do?

[metroflip73]

Well enough to get more PT, but I believe it will take him a couple of matches to acclimate himself to the speed of play.

[Justin O]

It seems something of a tradition for Yanks Abroad to score in their first match. I say he comes off the bench at minute 71, looks really fast but rather rusty, then scores a garbage goal after the keeper fumbles a shot from someone else.

[tab5g]

I don't see a real difference between these two options:

Come off the bench, play the last half-hour
Come off the bench, for most of the second half

perhaps you should break each half into 15 minute segments, or the entire game into 10 or even 5 minutes segments (although that would be a really long poll).

If he gets on the field in his first game, that will be a great sign for him, but I don't think it will be for any more than the final 15-25 minutes of the game.

[_Wheels_]

My heart says he'll play the entire 90 and do extremely well. My head says he'll come on as a sub in the first few games, play well, and be a regular starter from there on out.

And I guarantee the speed of play will not be a problem.

[donovan9]

Finally.........................

[FC Tallavana]

Originally Posted by donovan9

Finally.........................

I know I'm biased (and you certainly are) but Bayer fans really have no clue how good of a player they just got. I get the feeling that it will be Bayer fans who are saying, "Finally" very soon.

[Txtriathlete]

So much optimism!
Hoping he does well and doesnt disappoint.

[babytiger2001]

Forgot to mention that the debut match on 1/23 has Bayer Leverküsen away to Hannover 96 (featuring Steve Cherundolo).

Thanks for the responses, everyone... keep 'em coming!

[uniteo]

where is the "it depends on the score" option?