‘Moans a lot’… Patrick Bamford says ‘hilarious’ Man City player is a loudmouth on the pitch 

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Published on 2024-02-17 06:30:00

Patrick Bamford, the Leeds United striker, recently expressed his deep admiration for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, praising not only his on-field capabilities but also his off-field personality.

Bamford’s appreciation for Grealish stems from being teammates in the England squad for the World Cup qualifying games in 2021, where Bamford made his senior debut in a 4-0 win over Andorra.

In a recent episode of My Mate’s A Footballer, Bamford shared his thoughts on Grealish’s personality and behavior, noting that the City winger is “hilarious.”

He said: “When I played against Jack Grealish at Villa, so before he went to City, on the pitch obviously he’s very chirpy, he moans a lot as well, because he gets fouled a lot doesn’t he?

“So you come to see him and he has a chunter back at them when they do it. But as a teammate, honestly, he’s hilarious.”

Bamford’s observations about Grealish’s playful nature are not unfounded. In the 2020-2021 Premier League campaign, Grealish was fouled 78 times, ranking him among the top three most fouled players.

This fact further supports Bamford’s comments about Grealish having plenty of opportunities to banter with his opponents.

Grealish’s charming personality and likability have garnered praise from various quarters, with former footballer Ally McCoist describing Grealish as “likeable” and a “breath of fresh air” in football.

Bamford’s recent remarks further highlight the positive impact Grealish has behind the scenes at his club, accentuating his strong personality and the value he brings to his team off the pitch.

Ultimately, Bamford’s commendation of Grealish’s character and playful demeanor exemplifies the significance of personality and camaraderie in football, highlighting the positive influence it can have on a team’s dynamics and performance.

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