petehinton Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 IMO will be one of our most important players to have in the dressing room come March - May. Maybe even the most important. He jas been promoted multiples times to the Prem & will know what to do (or not do) to get over the line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 A fit O’Neil would be useful on the bench - ahead of Hegeler. Similar to Korey and bundles of experience, in what is otherwise a young and inexperienced squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 ready made replacement for wilbs,purely for experience helping the younger ones stay calm.knows what to do and when to do it.great sub to have for last part of the season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 2 hours ago, redsquirrel said: ready made replacement for wilbs,purely for experience helping the younger ones stay calm.knows what to do and when to do it.great sub to have for last part of the season You say that but he's doing a Tomlin from what I've been told. Refused to move house (kids settled at school which is fair enough) so commutes from Norwich to Bristol and back every day he's required in training. If he doesn't want to uproot the family, why not rent a place in Bristol during the week? Not at many social engagements and like I said previously, he wasn't at the Man U game or Man C games. Both Pisano and O'Dowda were at both. Fammy was at Man U game and Hegeler was at Man C whilst still recovering. If they can make the effort for team unity whilst crocked, why can't Gary O'Neil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 14 hours ago, redfieldred said: I watched virtually every game last season and he was really poor. From October onwards he was a liability. I saw him and tomlin’s poor form as major factor in our slide in form last season and it wasn’t until Johnson dropped those 2 that we finally improved. Not a patch on what we have. Bench at best. Seriously why is he rated? It can’t be based on anything from last season. I thought he was a big part of our good start last season (before he was sent off after that Tomlin penalty). He was carrying injuries after that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Septic Peg said: You say that but he's doing a Tomlin from what I've been told. Refused to move house (kids settled at school which is fair enough) so commutes from Norwich to Bristol and back every day he's required in training. If he doesn't want to uproot the family, why not rent a place in Bristol during the week? Not at many social engagements and like I said previously, he wasn't at the Man U game or Man C games. Both Pisano and O'Dowda were at both. Fammy was at Man U game and Hegeler was at Man C whilst still recovering. If they can make the effort for team unity whilst crocked, why can't Gary O'Neil? That’s interesting....I heard that he was helping with the Academy stuff? Pisano has been at all of the games of late. Yesterday was a bit weird though. I arrived at 14;00 and had to wait to get in the car park because Eros’s car was in the way....he was dropping off his other half and baby. I thought he was just gonna park up, but he reversed up and left the ground. 15 minutes later he’s walking past he LS towards the player’s entrance. No idea what happened to his car? Hegeler, Wright and Steele were at the Basketball last night, adding their support. They all took on the 30 second Free-Throw challenge, so hopefully Jens getting close the fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevthered Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 I think he is on the tail end of his playing career and would not be surprised to see him shipped out over the next couple of days... I expect we were his last big pay day... Never seen him have a brilliant game for us so will not miss him but wish him all the best with his career Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: That’s interesting....I heard that he was helping with the Academy stuff? Pisano has been at all of the games of late. Yesterday was a bit weird though. I arrived at 14;00 and had to wait to get in the car park because Eros’s car was in the way....he was dropping off his other half and baby. I thought he was just gonna park up, but he reversed up and left the ground. 15 minutes later he’s walking past he LS towards the player’s entrance. No idea what happened to his car? Hegeler, Wright and Steele were at the Basketball last night, adding their support. They all took on the 30 second Free-Throw challenge, so hopefully Jens getting close the fitness. No idea re Gaz/Academy stuff. I expect Pisano parked in the Atyeo car park? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 11 minutes ago, Septic Peg said: No idea re Gaz/Academy stuff. I expect Pisano parked in the Atyeo car park? That’s where I park....he drove back out the barrier / Gate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 4 hours ago, Septic Peg said: You say that but he's doing a Tomlin from what I've been told. Refused to move house (kids settled at school which is fair enough) so commutes from Norwich to Bristol and back every day he's required in training. If he doesn't want to uproot the family, why not rent a place in Bristol during the week? Not at many social engagements and like I said previously, he wasn't at the Man U game or Man C games. Both Pisano and O'Dowda were at both. Fammy was at Man U game and Hegeler was at Man C whilst still recovering. If they can make the effort for team unity whilst crocked, why can't Gary O'Neil? I think he lived in South London not Norwich and was having a driver bring him down and back (which he was paying for) unlike Tomlin who was driving himself. I also think I heard he had moved the family down here back in the summer but could be wrong about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WECANDO Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 The O’Neil I saw was one who hounded the opposition, closed one player down and then chased after another. His passing is pretty accurate and can remember him dinking a pass over the opposition to set up a goal. He’s also useful in the air. A fully fit, aggressive and determined O’Neil will be challenging for a central midfield place. Im sure LJ will use him there to give Smith and Pack some rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 Dont think any of us has seen a fully fit GON yet. Been involved in 5 promotions is it ? from Championship. Experience like that, on or off of the pitch, will be invaluable in the run in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledRobin Posted January 28, 2018 Report Share Posted January 28, 2018 Anyone know when Pissano and O'Dowda are likely to be back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redinthehead Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 He’ll be a useful addition once fit - both for experience and for a slightly different option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UREDS_91 Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 Get the crutches ready. He'll be "fit" for around 30 mins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Between heaven and hell Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 I'll stand by the comments I made back in October., He has now started something like 23 out of a possible 90 games for us so considering the wage we will be paying him he will be one of our worst ever signings. Don't take a step backwards with these older players let's keep focussing on energetic youth. By whatever means get him off the books ASAP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Balls Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 If he is fit & Pack gets suspended for accumulated yellows, then GO'N would be the ideal replacement. Plays a similar game, but taller, more experienced & before the injuries, definitely faster than Pack. He will certainly be around until the end of the season, and given his experience of getting promoted from this division, he is at the very least a resource on what might or might not constitute a marginal gain that could make the difference during the run-in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 16 hours ago, OldlandReddies said: Dont think any of us has seen a fully fit GON yet. Been involved in 5 promotions is it ? from Championship. Experience like that, on or off of the pitch, will be invaluable in the run in. 1 hour ago, Between heaven and hell said: I'll stand by the comments I made back in October., He has now started something like 23 out of a possible 90 games for us so considering the wage we will be paying him he will be one of our worst ever signings. Don't take a step backwards with these older players let's keep focussing on energetic youth. By whatever means get him off the books ASAP In that very informative interview that Steve Allen gave back in the last international break he spoke at length about G O'N. He said that he had worked with him before and that he was always one of the fittest players at the club. He went on to say that, we hadn't seen him fully fit, which was a shame because he is "a top, top player". I know he is a physio rather than a pure football man, but I would think his opinion counts for something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Between heaven and hell Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 8 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: In that very informative interview that Steve Allen gave back in the last international break he spoke at length about G O'N. He said that he had worked with him before and that he was always one of the fittest players at the club. He went on to say that, we hadn't seen him fully fit, which was a shame because he is "a top, top player". I know he is a physio rather than a pure football man, but I would think his opinion counts for something. Thanks for that, personally I would rather the sort of wages he is on would be going to a younger and hungrier player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barkhamred Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 19 hours ago, Davefevs said: That’s where I park....he drove back out the barrier / Gate? I was told that players park at Failand and come down together. Parking at the ground being for paying customers. Don’t know if any truth in this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, Between heaven and hell said: Thanks for that, personally I would rather the sort of wages he is on would be going to a younger and hungrier player. We have lots of those, but it seems clear that the Management team felt they needed to bring an experienced pro to add something else. It's a shame it hasn't worked that way and it could be that our younger midfield players have gathered sufficient experience between them for you to get your wish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WECANDO Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 Providing we can keep him fit, O’Neil will be a big asset in the run in to promotion. Before his injury, O’Neil was very mobile, chasing after opponents, one after the other. He’s no mug in the air either and is accurate passing the ball. I like his aggression and determination. Would have no hesitation in putting O’ Neil in. He will enable LJ to rest Pack and Smith without weakening our team. We are going to have rotation when players like O’Dowda, Djuric and O’Neil are fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinman85 Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 On 27/01/2018 at 19:06, JonDolman said: Gary o'neil has played right back in the past. Is that an option with wright moving inside? I would have GON ahead of Liam Walsh at this stage. Walsh hasn't set the world on fire. I'm sure he will come good but GON a better option at this stage of season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFC_Dan Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 On 27/01/2018 at 19:08, CliftonCliff said: He gets a lot of negative comment on here, but his potential usefulness is underestimated. The guy has played in no fewer than four teams that have been promoted to the PL. He offers a wealth of experience and a certain authority on the field. He may well have some part to play this season, particularly in the circumstances mentioned by others e.g. game management and closing games out in the late stages. We have not seen the best of him, partly because of injuries, but it is premature to dismiss him. This is pretty much my view. He's one of the few players in the squad with experience of winning promotion to the Premiership, experience which could be crucial in the coming weeks. He's also a player of some quality who can play the deep midfield role where we're really not all that strong. If something happens to Marlon Pack then I see O'Neill as the closest direct replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonBristolian Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 Sorry if covered elsewhere but do we have any updates on CO'D? His return will be a massive boost... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Fox Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 1 hour ago, tinman85 said: I would have GON ahead of Liam Walsh at this stage. Walsh hasn't set the world on fire. I'm sure he will come good but GON a better option at this stage of season. Crying out loud, give the lad a chance, he has only been here 5 minutes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumpty Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, Grey Fox said: Crying out loud, give the lad a chance, he has only been here 5 minutes Agreed and I thought he looked decent against Norwich (being subbed to early in my opinion). Man City 2nd leg passed him by, but the same could be said for many (far more experienced) midfielders that have faced them this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 18 hours ago, ExiledRobin said: Anyone know when Pissano and O'Dowda are likely to be back? Pretty sure LJ said Pisano expected back mid Feb, O'Dowda a couple of weeks later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 29, 2018 Report Share Posted January 29, 2018 1 hour ago, Grey Fox said: Crying out loud, give the lad a chance, he has only been here 5 minutes If he was 28 years old and he had heard of him before we signed him, he would be giving every chance possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledRobin Posted January 30, 2018 Report Share Posted January 30, 2018 On 29/01/2018 at 15:57, Nogbad the Bad said: Pretty sure LJ said Pisano expected back mid Feb, O'Dowda a couple of weeks later. Cheers nogbad, squad will be really strong with those back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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