BigAl&Toby Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Absolutely superb. Commanded the entire penalty area and for me didn't put a foot wrong. Came when he needed to come. Caught what he needed to catch. Encouraged (upto the half way line) when he needed to. And celebrated with passion and gusto. Sign him on and play him as first choice. Please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfcmike Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Cant say I could disagree with any of that on todays performance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 I really liked the look of him. Some awkward moments caused by his total dominance and coming for balls Fielding never would have, which caught the defence off guard. Not a criticism though, very much a compliment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwicolin Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 He's with us to the end of the season. Brilliant reaction when we scored . He's one of us now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lrrr Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 1 minute ago, kiwicolin said: He's with us to the end of the season. Brilliant reaction when we scored . He's one of us now. however if we were to sign him would his loan get wiped out allowing us to loan another? Depending on how much Wigan would want for him could be worth it to get the loan move back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Totally agree. Shows FF for what he is (no disrespect intended but FF is NOT champ standard). Have a good feeling about O'Donnell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC RISK77 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Was gonna start a topic on exactly this he was brilliant today and cleaned up everything...frankie will have difficulty getting back in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SedRA Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Wasn't there today but was really impressed on Tuesday by his command of the area. Really shows how much that's been lacking with FF. Confident and dominant presence. Makes you wonder why he was 3rd choice at L1 Wigan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bemmyredjeff Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 A very assured performance once more. Apart from one scary moment when baker obviously missed the call from him, there were never any other concerns when the ball entered the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stortz Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Celebrating like a good 'un when we scored, he ran into the South stand for a celebratory cuddle haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityCiderEd Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Proper keeper,does exactly what's needed and you can see the defenders have confidence in him. Just love the way he comes for high balls and dominates the area. Would be a good permanent signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citywest30 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 I know he's here for the rest of the season, but can he play Tuesday? Or is he cup tied? Or even not allowed as part of the loan terms? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Love him just for piling into the south stand. Absolutely brilliant at commanding his box.. It will give the defence confidence as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamite Red Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 He has an air of confidence about him, keep it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samo II Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 3 minutes ago, citywest30 said: I know he's here for the rest of the season, but can he play Tuesday? Or is he cup tied? Or even not allowed as part of the loan terms? Played for Wigan in the FA Cup, so young Max on Tuesday it is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl&Toby Posted January 16, 2016 Author Share Posted January 16, 2016 I'm not interested in the FA cup. Sign him permanently and make him first choice. Do it now. Was great on Tuesday and superb this afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Was really surprised that we didn't go after him in the summer and he went to Wigan. I certainly mentioned him over the summer along with Foderingham who went to Rangers. Both were out of contract. But you never know whether we did, and whether plenty of other clubs also did. He might've insisted on being first choice, and maybe Cotts said he'd have to battle with Frank over pre-season. It's not always as simple as offering them the right money. For a keeper it can be very frustrating sitting on the bench every week, especially when Frank played every game just season. Didnt the club report, on loan with a view to permie signing. As @hodge says if we do think he's a good fit and he wants to come, then do the business now and free up another loan option for the incoming manager or Pembo/Wade....they may get to stay on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citywest30 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Had a feeling that may be the case. Good experience for Max but have long liked the look of O'Donnell. Hope he turns it into a permanent deal, especially hearing from these comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh1t_ref_again Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Nice to have a keeper who can catch and not want to try and punch everything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
123456789000 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 He also pumped the badge at the final whistle, what a ledge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Thought he was fantastic and IMO has showed that he has more to his game than Fielding in just two games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Its great to finally have a keeper who will take the pressure off the defence by coming for balls into the box. The amount of pressure Fielding invites is crazy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Don't think he has had a lot to do shot stopping so far so interesting to see how he deals with that but in terms of commanding his area he is head and shoulders above Fielding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 I would like to point out, and I agree with everything above, but in 2 games he hasn't had a shot of any note to save ! (*just seen above post) Catching looks good , vocal and commanding and distribution seems good. Wish we had a manager who could sign him up ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 3 minutes ago, formerly known as ivan said: Don't think he has had a lot to do shot stopping so far so interesting to see how he deals with that but in terms of commanding his area he is head and shoulders above Fielding Didn't see game today, but good to hear. It does make such a difference to any defence to have a keeper who will come and claim crosses rather than stand on his line. FF is a very good short-range stopper, but not at all commanding and suspect from long range efforts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 16 minutes ago, Kotsy said: He also pumped the badge at the final whistle, what a ledge The badge did n't run fast enough obviously , normally nocturnal you know . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RT's Vaseline Tub Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Great judgment by Cotts to bring him in as he's very vocal, commanding and good on crosses. Nice to see his passion too in such a short space of time at the Club as gave those in front of him huge confidence. Frankie is a great keeper too and maybe suffered a bit when he had no stiff competition to push for his place. Derby fans raved about him and still do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Eugene Victor Tooms Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Impressed with him and would say he's already ahead of Fielding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 great addition. almost feels like an extra outfield player as he is quick off his line, sweeper like and can use both feet comfortably. i like him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 I would rest him on Tuesday....save him for Saturday. yes, I know he's cup tied Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slippin cider Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Agree with the above comments....looked great today and virtually leapt into the fans in the South stand when we scored....couldn't believe it....top man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadredfred Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Thought he was superb too. So assured and caught everything. He came rushing out to make a clearance just outside his box in the first half, showing great anticipation. What confidence for our defence knowing that he is behind them. Great effort today, looks like he's been in the team for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolman Block B Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Passionate at the end!!! Keep him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lack of Action Man Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 His reaction for me suggests that he wants to be here for the long term. We will have to hope a deal can be pushed through, either now or when his loan expires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Davefevs Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Wasn't there today, but on Tuesday he was decisive - which as a defender, especially central, you need. Dont write off Frank. I hope they can work together and spur each other on. Sometimes your first choice is only as good as the person he's working his nuts off to keep out. Would see RO'D holding the gloves for a while even when Frank returns assuming he keeps up the level I saw Tuesday and you all saw today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFChris Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 O'Donnell is a legend. I think he could give Basso a run for pure passion. I was watching him a lot during the second half (I sit behind the goal in the South Stand) and he was living and breathing every touch. His reaction for the goal was also spectacular and he would definitely have got booked if the referee hadn't been at the other end of the pitch. Well done O'Donnell, you will soon be stealing Tinnion's song! O'Donnell is a Shithead.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 He's up for the fight after seeing his tweets. also noticed Hopesy asking for his white top and who supply his gloves, ha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 10 minutes ago, OddBallJim said: His reaction for me suggests that he wants to be here for the long term. We will have to hope a deal can be pushed through, either now or when his loan expires. I didn't see this at the end, let's be fair he can hardly have any real feeling for us a couple of days into a loan deal. This isn't a criticism of him at all, he was prepared to go out on loan and play and that tells you a lot I think. I think he enjoys playing and it showed by this reaction at the end. Hopefully he will stay here. I think another keeper who offers real competition can only be a good thing for both Frankie & Max. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Just one other point.....he's 27, but id say that's the equivalent of a 22-24 year old in outfield terms, so shouldn't restrict us based on age if we want to make him permanent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lack of Action Man Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Just now, RedM said: I didn't see this at the end, let's be fair he can hardly have any real feeling for us a couple of days into a loan deal. This isn't a criticism of him at all, he was prepared to go out on loan and play and that tells you a lot I think. I think he enjoys playing and it showed by this reaction at the end. Hopefully he will stay here. I think another keeper who offers real competition can only be a good thing for both Frankie & Max. He will have seen the scope of the club playing against for Walsall. He has been here since Monday, I would imagine if he doesn't have a direct feeling towards the club he is at the very least impressed by us, despite our league failings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Offside Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 He's done well in the two games so far and seems to command the penalty area well. Looks like a good signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl&Toby Posted January 16, 2016 Author Share Posted January 16, 2016 16 minutes ago, RedM said: I didn't see this at the end, let's be fair he can hardly have any real feeling for us a couple of days into a loan deal. This isn't a criticism of him at all, he was prepared to go out on loan and play and that tells you a lot I think. I think he enjoys playing and it showed by this reaction at the end. Hopefully he will stay here. I think another keeper who offers real competition can only be a good thing for both Frankie & Max. I saw it. Competition for the others does him an enormous injustice. Sign him now and make him first choice. I'm afraid FF isn't even close in my view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 2 hours ago, kiwicolin said: He's with us to the end of the season. Brilliant reaction when we scored . He's one of us now. I didn't notice (too busy doing my own nut) what did he do ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFChris Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 45 minutes ago, slartibartfast said: I didn't notice (too busy doing my own nut) what did he do ? Went *****ing mental and jumped in with the fans in the South Stand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_BCFC Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Has done well but too early to say he is definitely better Fielding. I would say he will be more better at getting crosses and commanding his area but not seen too much in the way of shot saving yet. Was good to see he cared with his celebration too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 3 hours ago, Davefevs said: Was really surprised that we didn't go after him in the summer and he went to Wigan. I certainly mentioned him over the summer along with Foderingham who went to Rangers. Both were out of contract. But you never know whether we did, and whether plenty of other clubs also did. He might've insisted on being first choice, and maybe Cotts said he'd have to battle with Frank over pre-season. It's not always as simple as offering them the right money. For a keeper it can be very frustrating sitting on the bench every week, especially when Frank played every game just season. Pretty sure we did, but Wigan promised he'd start as first choice, wages were better and it's nearer to home (Sheffield). Our good fortune that it didn't work out there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wheatus59 Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 23 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: Has done well but too early to say he is definitely better Fielding. I would say he will be more better at getting crosses and commanding his area but not seen too much in the way of shot saving yet. Was good to see he cared with his celebration too. A nice balanced comment , he is much quicker at coming off his line and more commanding in the box , but you are right , don't get carried away yet , Frank has rarely let us down . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SedRA Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 18 minutes ago, wheatus59 said: A nice balanced comment , he is much quicker at coming off his line and more commanding in the box , but you are right , don't get carried away yet , Frank has rarely let us down . Whilst letting us down would be a strong way to put it I thought he really highlighted what Frank was not bringing to the team when I watched him on Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 3 hours ago, PaulieBS5 said: Great judgment by Cotts to bring him in as he's very vocal, commanding and good on crosses. Nice to see his passion too in such a short space of time at the Club as gave those in front of him huge confidence. Frankie is a great keeper too and maybe suffered a bit when he had no stiff competition to push for his place. Derby fans raved about him and still do... Eh? I know loads and they most certainly do not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatalist Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 One worry I have is that he is TOO ready to come charging out of the penalty area. Three times in the two games he came out when defenders would have got there anyway. I can see it being a problem one day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickolas Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 4 minutes ago, Fatalist said: One worry I have is that he is TOO ready to come charging out of the penalty area. Three times in the two games he came out when defenders would have got there anyway. I can see it being a problem one day. I'd rather that than Frankie 'nose bleed a yard from his goal line' Fielding!! will give the defence so much more confidence knowing your gk is clearing up behind you and isnt rooted too his line or flapping the odd fist at a cross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatalist Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 6 minutes ago, nickolas said: I'd rather that than Frankie 'nose bleed a yard from his goal line' Fielding!! will give the defence so much more confidence knowing your gk is clearing up behind you and isnt rooted too his line or flapping the odd fist at a cross. There is a difference between coming for crosses and charging 40 yards upfield when our defence had it under control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KURTZ Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 He looks a confident keeper indeed. I loved when we were attacking Boro, how he would walk out of his area to have a good look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
man in the middle Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 Get the check book out and sign this guy he's a great. To see his reaction when we scored and at the final whistle was fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
123456789000 Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 He's pretty much The Monk, with his passion and charging out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southstandoriginal Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 Agree he was great yesterday. Lets look at the other keepers at Wigan too. They're keeping him out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 14 hours ago, Fatalist said: One worry I have is that he is TOO ready to come charging out of the penalty area. Three times in the two games he came out when defenders would have got there anyway. I can see it being a problem one day. Just like Frankie when he first joined us .Goalies are all mad as frock . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 On 17/01/2016 at 14:07, Major Isewater said: Just like Frankie when he first joined us .Goalies are all mad as frock . He has been nicknamed "Colin" by myself and my daughter, not after "that bloke" but after my daughters dog! Like Colin the dog he seems to want to join in with everything and goes chasing the ball at every opportunity. One thing is for sure he has a lot to say for himself for a new guy and I would be amazed if that mix up in the second half came from him not shouting because he doesn't seem to shut up (also like Colin ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KevinWellRed Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Really impressed with him so far. It's worth noting that he hasn't had to make too many stops yet, but at times it's looked as if he's preventing those shots from happening. My friend and I were talking about the last thing he did at the Boro game: right after we scored they pumped one to the edge of the box and he came out and collected, killing their attack when doing so. Put Frankie in that situation and he punches it away, possibly inviting another shot when doing so - that's the difference! Hope we manage to sign him, he deserves an offer for his passion alone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 1 minute ago, KevinWellRed said: Really impressed with him so far. It's worth noting that he hasn't had to make too many stops yet, but at times it's looked as if he's preventing those shots from happening. My friend and I were talking about the last thing he did at the Boro game: right after we scored they pumped one to the edge of the box and he came out and collected, killing their attack when doing so. Put Frankie in that situation and he punches it away, possibly inviting another shot when doing so - that's the difference! Hope we manage to sign him, he deserves an offer for his passion alone! Frankie stays on his line, the ball bounces around and they score Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KevinWellRed Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 1 minute ago, smokey live said: Frankie stays on his line, the ball bounces around and they score Yes, or that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Unfortunately he can't play tomorrow as he is cup tied and as Frankie is still injured then young O'Leary will start again against WBA. Let's hope he can handle the pressure and it's more experience for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashton_fan Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 He's different from Frankie and I'm impressed so far, however Frankie has been consistent for us over a couple of seasons and he's only played in a couple of games. At Wigan I believe he started OK and then had a couple of shockers, that's why he was only 3rd choice, however was excellent for Walsall last season. I suspect he'll have a bad game one day and Frankie will get back in, but a very good standard for a second keeper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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