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Paul Smyth on loan from QPR (following progress at Leyton Orient p8)

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  • FishCostaFortune
    FishCostaFortune Posts: 10,773
    MuttleyCAFC said:
    Smyth is a wide player who can play as a striker rather than an out an out striker. He has looked good since joining us. The cross for our second yesterday was terrific.
    What I like about him is he has the confidence to continue to be direct and positive with the ball even if things do not come off for him. Which is something I feel like we've missed since Leko got injured last season.
  • soapboxsam
    soapboxsam Posts: 23,231
    edited November 2020
    It was clear that he wasn't a goal scorer from his record but if he can chip in with a few goals, plus assists, similar to his wonderful cross for another header from the reborn Chuks, then the initial disappointment from some on his signing will be forgotten.

  • killerandflash
    killerandflash Posts: 69,874
    He's not the 4th striker that I believe we need BUT with Doughty injured he's a crucial member of the squad, adding pace and directness
  • ross1
    ross1 Posts: 51,003
    https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/charlton-loanee-paul-smyth-on-valley-move-how-asthma-attack-forced-him-to-miss-wembley-showpiece-and-debt-he-owes-to-former-manchester-united-and-preston-striker/
  • LonelyNorthernAddick
    LonelyNorthernAddick Posts: 2,423
    Good article, seems keen to learn and progress and play no matter whether its as a sub or starting etc. Wasn't keen when he said "They also have an option to call me back in January. It all depends how I’m playing and how I’m feeling." though
  • paulie8290
    paulie8290 Posts: 23,344
    Injury didnt look to good, hopefully its not to long we lose him for
  • paulie8290
    paulie8290 Posts: 23,344


    Paul Smyth is stood by the tunnel dishing out high-fives to his teammates at FT. He does have crutches with him.

    ⏱FT 🔵 #itfc 0-2 #cafc 🔴
  • cafcfan1990
    cafcfan1990 Posts: 12,811
    Clubs really are going to stop loaning us players soon. Hope it's not too bad for the lad, haven't been particularly impressed so far but felt he was improving. 
  • Leuth
    Leuth Posts: 23,331
    cafcfan1990 said:
    Clubs really are going to stop loaning us players soon. Hope it's not too bad for the lad, haven't been particularly impressed so far but felt he was improving. 
    This had nothing to do with our medical team and everything to do with a truly woeful tackling technique
  • killerandflash
    killerandflash Posts: 69,874
    It's a gash to his knee apparently
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  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 28,866
    I've been a bit disappointed with him if I'm honest. Looks far too lightweight and ready to throw himself to the floor. Like today, when he got goal side of their bloke and didn't have the strength to hold him off so threw himself down.

    Hope he's ok though. We could do without more injuries, particularly up top where we are fairly light as it is.
  • Athletico Charlton
    Athletico Charlton Posts: 14,280
    I thought he was very decent today.  Should have stayed in his feet when through but he has plenty of pace and ability.  Hope he is back soon
  • ross1
    ross1 Posts: 51,003

    Nasty gash forces Charlton Athletic striker off 


    http://c.newsnow.co.uk/A/1056675797?-11197:833
  • ricky_otto
    ricky_otto Posts: 22,600
    Leuth said:
    cafcfan1990 said:
    Clubs really are going to stop loaning us players soon. Hope it's not too bad for the lad, haven't been particularly impressed so far but felt he was improving. 
    This had nothing to do with our medical team and everything to do with a truly woeful tackling technique
    Exactly - he brought this one on himself. A tackle that he didn’t even have to attempt. 
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 28,866
    ricky_otto said:
    Leuth said:
    cafcfan1990 said:
    Clubs really are going to stop loaning us players soon. Hope it's not too bad for the lad, haven't been particularly impressed so far but felt he was improving. 
    This had nothing to do with our medical team and everything to do with a truly woeful tackling technique
    Exactly - he brought this one on himself. A tackle that he didn’t even have to attempt. 
    The way he made the tackle and went down I wouldnt be surprised if the gash was caused by his knee coming down on top of his other boot. Couldnt really see much contact with their bloke.
  • LenGlover
    LenGlover Posts: 31,661
    One hopes that a cut knee, albeit nasty, is a week or two rather than the rest of the season or until QPR recall him whichever is the sooner.
  • cafcfan1990
    cafcfan1990 Posts: 12,811
    Leuth said:
    cafcfan1990 said:
    Clubs really are going to stop loaning us players soon. Hope it's not too bad for the lad, haven't been particularly impressed so far but felt he was improving. 
    This had nothing to do with our medical team and everything to do with a truly woeful tackling technique
    My comment was tongue in cheek. The players we sign on loan seem to have some bad luck though. Leko and Field last season, Smyth joining Famewo this one. 
  • killerandflash
    killerandflash Posts: 69,874
    LenGlover said:
    One hopes that a cut knee, albeit nasty, is a week or two rather than the rest of the season or until QPR recall him whichever is the sooner.
    That he was high fiving the players as they left the field suggests he should be back pretty soon
  • PrincessFiona
    PrincessFiona Posts: 5,459
    Any update on his injury?
  • ross1
    ross1 Posts: 51,003
    PrincessFiona said:
    Any update on his injury?
    See my comment at 12.01, no further news
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  • AddickUpNorth
    AddickUpNorth Posts: 8,325
    ross1 said:

    Nasty gash forces Charlton Athletic striker off 


    http://c.newsnow.co.uk/A/1056675797?-11197:833
    That’s ugly female streakers for you.
  • MattF
    MattF Posts: 3,797

  • charltonman2016
    charltonman2016 Posts: 1,118
    Didn't see this one coming. Wonder what the reason is behind this one? 
  • roseandcrown
    roseandcrown Posts: 7,587
    charltonman2016 said:
    Didn't see this one coming. Wonder what the reason is behind this one? 
    Was thinking that myself. Wonder if they are upset at his playing time as cant see he would get in there team. 

    Not fussed if it frees up another loan spot. 
  • SouthWest_Addicks
    SouthWest_Addicks Posts: 6,307
    edited January 2021
    Good decision. Not a fan of his at all. Doesn’t create chances, doesn’t score many. Not overly quick or strong. Never going to start unless we have a bad injury crisis. The fact we tried chasing him for three windows was a huge concern.

    Good luck in the future. 
  • RedChaser
    RedChaser Posts: 19,886
    Gave it plenty of effort but his initial showings never materialised into anything special and the time out with the gashed knee effectively did for him. Thanks for the memories Paul all the best for the future except when you happen to play against us 😉.
  • LonelyNorthernAddick
    LonelyNorthernAddick Posts: 2,423
    If he is recalled then I won't complain, he's pacey, but never seems to be able to offer much else, good workrate but not able to deliver much unfortunately
  • MarcusH26
    MarcusH26 Posts: 8,052
    Must have been recalled due to the Bright Osayi-Samuel to Fenerbache move.

    Wonder if this means another winger will come in?
  • Scoham
    Scoham Posts: 37,384
    QPR fan says he’s not being recalled

  • Valley11
    Valley11 Posts: 12,001
    So it’s QPRs call, not ours to send him back? 

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