Archibald v O'Neil

[Monkey Boy]

Not sure what the aim of this thread is. We can all opine who we think is better, but to what end?

Doesn’t this apply to the entire concept of a message board, not just this thread?

Given people are actually discussing the topic in a reasonable way, I retract my criticism.

I agree, good to see differences of opinion discussed in a civil way. Interesting that some people are not sure if Theo will return or if his injury will affect his performance if he does,but I for one hope he makes a full recovery ?

[Story of O]

Nice problem to have, discussing which of these 2 good players is the best

[The Voice of Reason]

Theo has been one of the first names on the team sheet for the last 3 seasons, and his injury is terrible news for everyone at the club. Theo has never been a prolific goalscorer and indeed neither has Ollie with 1 goal in 19 appearances for Derry City before joining the Os.. O'Neil has only played 8 games for the club whereas Archibald has played more than 100. Whilst I have no doubt O'Neil is performing well and has the potential to be an excellent player, I find this thread crass and disrespectful to a player who has just suffered a very serious injury.

[Mylo Xyloto]

Theo is out for 9 months
Let’s have a bit of empathy please and retire this thread.
Theo has been an incredible player for us and will hopefully play many more games for the O’s.
Taking nothing away from Ollie, who has made a superb start.

100% agree

[B.whitehouse+10more]

Not sure what the aim of this thread is. We can all opine who we think is better, but to what end?

Doesn’t this apply to the entire concept of a message board, not just this thread?

It does, but fully agree with this comment

‘The original post in this thread shows a lack of class IMHO - Theo has 9 tough months ahead of him rather than write him off I think the least we can do is be supportive. I expect him back in the autumn and challenging for a starting place.’

We’re talking about a blokes living here, ffs, the thread is out of order.
A lack of class indeed.

Do you feel the same way about Pigott, just a question no offence intended, (not trying to be pedantic or stupid).

[PKM]

Doesn’t this apply to the entire concept of a message board, not just this thread?

It does, but fully agree with this comment

‘The original post in this thread shows a lack of class IMHO - Theo has 9 tough months ahead of him rather than write him off I think the least we can do is be supportive. I expect him back in the autumn and challenging for a starting place.’

We’re talking about a blokes living here, ffs, the thread is out of order.
A lack of class indeed.

Do you feel the same way about Pigott, just a question no offence intended, (not trying to be pedantic or stupid).

Last time I checked Pigott hadn’t sustained a very serious injury that could keep him out for 9 months. In addition, Theo is out of contract in a few months, which must be of concern to Theo.
Pigott has another 12 months.
Therefore seems an irrelevant and pointless question to me which indicates a lack of grasp of what we are talking about.
Namely comparing and in some cases writing off a player who has only just been seriously injured, who has been an excellent player for us over several years and comparing him to a player who , whilst he has made a great start for us, has only played 7 or so times.
Not really that hard to understand, is it?

[Chief crazy horse]

It does, but fully agree with this comment

‘The original post in this thread shows a lack of class IMHO - Theo has 9 tough months ahead of him rather than write him off I think the least we can do is be supportive. I expect him back in the autumn and challenging for a starting place.’

We’re talking about a blokes living here, ffs, the thread is out of order.
A lack of class indeed.

Do you feel the same way about Pigott, just a question no offence intended, (not trying to be pedantic or stupid).

Last time I checked Pigott hadn’t sustained a very serious injury that could keep him out for 9 months. In addition, Theo is out of contract in a few months, which must be of concern to Theo.
Pigott has another 12 months.
Therefore seems an irrelevant and pointless question to me which indicates a lack of grasp of what we are talking about.
Namely comparing and in some cases writing off a player who has only just been seriously injured, who has been an excellent player for us over several years and comparing him to a player who , whilst he has made a great start for us, has only played 7 or so times.
Not really that hard to understand, is it?

Maybe I read it wrong, but I think he was referring to your line: 'we're talking about a blokes living here ffs" ?

[PKM]

Do you feel the same way about Pigott, just a question no offence intended, (not trying to be pedantic or stupid).

Last time I checked Pigott hadn’t sustained a very serious injury that could keep him out for 9 months. In addition, Theo is out of contract in a few months, which must be of concern to Theo.
Pigott has another 12 months.
Therefore seems an irrelevant and pointless question to me which indicates a lack of grasp of what we are talking about.
Namely comparing and in some cases writing off a player who has only just been seriously injured, who has been an excellent player for us over several years and comparing him to a player who , whilst he has made a great start for us, has only played 7 or so times.
Not really that hard to understand, is it?

Maybe I read it wrong, but I think he was referring to your line: 'we're talking about a blokes living here ffs" ?

Same basic points apply, Pigott ain’t sustained a serious injury that could prevent him from earning a living and is , in any case, under contract for another 15 months.
There’s other points but, ffs, it surely ain’t too hard to get.

[Sid Bishop]

Not sure what the aim of this thread is. We can all opine who we think is better, but to what end?

Doesn’t this apply to the entire concept of a message board, not just this thread?

It does, but fully agree with this comment

‘The original post in this thread shows a lack of class IMHO - Theo has 9 tough months ahead of him rather than write him off I think the least we can do is be supportive. I expect him back in the autumn and challenging for a starting place.’

We’re talking about a blokes living here, ffs, the thread is out of order.
A lack of class indeed.

IMO...Autumn is a bit too early, more like around Christmas time onwards, perhaps end of next season. I really like Theo and the 100% effort he put into the game, wish him all the very best with his knee operation and the rehabilitation that follows.

[B.whitehouse+10more]

Last time I checked Pigott hadn’t sustained a very serious injury that could keep him out for 9 months. In addition, Theo is out of contract in a few months, which must be of concern to Theo.
Pigott has another 12 months.
Therefore seems an irrelevant and pointless question to me which indicates a lack of grasp of what we are talking about.
Namely comparing and in some cases writing off a player who has only just been seriously injured, who has been an excellent player for us over several years and comparing him to a player who , whilst he has made a great start for us, has only played 7 or so times.
Not really that hard to understand, is it?

Maybe I read it wrong, but I think he was referring to your line: 'we're talking about a blokes living here ffs" ?

Same basic points apply, Pigott ain’t sustained a serious injury that could prevent him from earning a living and is , in any case, under contract for another 15 months.
There’s other points but, ffs, it surely ain’t too hard to get.

It obviously is, as you are struggling to understand what we are saying to you, never mind we have both said our bit let’s end it there.

[essexfootball]

It's too early to judge O'Neil but Theo's ceiling is this level whereas O'Neil's could be a lot higher

[PKM]

Maybe I read it wrong, but I think he was referring to your line: 'we're talking about a blokes living here ffs" ?

Same basic points apply, Pigott ain’t sustained a serious injury that could prevent him from earning a living and is , in any case, under contract for another 15 months.
There’s other points but, ffs, it surely ain’t too hard to get.

It obviously is, as you are struggling to understand what we are saying to you, never mind we have both said our bit let’s end it there.

Lol, sure thing.