Macksam 1,729 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Everyone say a few nice things about my boy. toontownman 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Corazon 1,521 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 (edited) One of the most underrated Canadian players in my opinion. I've always been a big fan but he took a lot of heat from fans for a few years. One of Toronto FC's best players for two years now and even to the surprise of many on this board, continues to get starts under Herdman and has yet to disappoint in my opinion, particularly since the Gold Cup and on. Edited October 22, 2019 by Corazon Obinna and Club Linesman 2 Link to post Share on other sites
CanadaFan123 1,762 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 20 minutes ago, Macksam said: Everyone say a few nice things about my boy. He should start over Arfield. But seriously, his last two games at BMO have been the two best I've seen from him. He has been getting better and better since November 2017. It's crazy to think at one point him and Teibert were sort of considered around the same level - well, Osorio has taken himself to another tier. He's a guaranteed call up now and a much more complete central mid. Macksam and Obinna 2 Link to post Share on other sites
dyslexic nam 9,565 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 (edited) 47 minutes ago, Macksam said: Everyone say a few nice things about my boy. He has improved massively in the last couple of years. Edited October 22, 2019 by dyslexic nam Macksam and yomurphy1 2 Link to post Share on other sites
king1010 1,508 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 (edited) Great hair. Great beard. Edited October 22, 2019 by king1010 Cheeta, JuicyHam and Macksam 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Bison44 5,989 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I loved the gloves he was rocking a few years back. JuicyHam and Macksam 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites
canadafan101 59 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Highest scoring Canadian in Toronto FC history Obinna 1 Link to post Share on other sites
BrennanFan 2,387 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 He brings the same kind of insane passion and commitment that we once saw from players like deVos and Hume. A clutch player, he always steps up in big games. From MLS Cup, Concacaf Champions League to CMNT, he has a track record of performing when it matters most, against the very best players in Concacaf. Creativity. Experience. Leadership. We are lucky to have him. Corazon, gator, apbsmith and 3 others 5 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Corazon 1,521 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I also thought he has been working much harder defensively lately as well. Particularly in the Canada USA game he worked hard defending and winning the ball back, while also have some outstanding through balls and passes. Loved the way he celebrated the goals in that game as well. You would have thought he scored the goal to win a championship after Cavallini's goal. That's the passion I love to see from our players. gator, Obinna and Macksam 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Macksam 1,729 Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 I thought he was our best player during the 2017 MLS Cup Final and was miffed when Altidore got the game's MVP, which was obviously a political decision. Link to post Share on other sites
Macksam 1,729 Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 Wow, he makes $750,000 a year now? For a non-DP? I didn't think TFC/MLS had it in them. He deserves it though. Obinna and johnyb 2 Link to post Share on other sites
jonovision 721 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I find it interesting how much more influential he tends to be playing for Canada (under Herdman, at least) compared to his role with TFC in 2019. I wasn't a fan earlier in his national team career, and I think with good reason, but he's made great strides and seems finally to take some pride in his defensive efforts, which used to be a major liability. Link to post Share on other sites
Lansdude 390 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Honestly think he's a guy who doesn't have a super high ceiling, but he's got such a good head on his shoulders that he's gone up to his potential and beyond through hard work and taking notes from coaching. He's now a very solid all-around player who shows bursts of creativity and skill. Very humble guy whose commitment level is always 100%. Link to post Share on other sites
Corazon 1,521 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 24 goals & 14 assists in the past two years for TFC. Also missed most of the summer this season as well. An injury took him out before the Gold Cup, then the Gold Cup and then when he returned from Gold Cup he had to earn his spot back for a few weeks. Kadenge, Ruffian and VinceA 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Macksam 1,729 Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 I think he's the first Canadian soccer player that has given evidence to the fact one can actually make a decent living playing this sport in one's own backyard from the start (minus that short stint in Uruguay) of their career to the end of it. Ruffian 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Obinna 8,301 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I have been most impressed with his defensive work off the ball. He already had the creativity and flair, but now his game is more well-rounded. He will be an important player for this cycle. A consistent player who can be depended on, Osorio has enough skill and experience to be useful for Canada against the biggest of teams. For me, his role in Champions League was a career-defining moment for him. I was recently snooping on the big soccer fourm in wake of the Americans losing to us and one of the posters referred to Osorio as a "platoon" player for Toronto FC. Yet another example of the Americans sleeping on our players. Corazon and h coach 2 Link to post Share on other sites
apbsmith 1,354 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I'll eat the crow.... I gave him some criticsm in 2015-2016, but still wished him the best, as I fully support all CMNT players. I have nothing but appreciation and love for the guy with his passion and play now. As mentioned above since his 2017 CCL run, he has been pure class, and I have nothing but good things to say about him. Obinna 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Cheeta 1,698 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 I would think that every team in the league he plays in would have him on their team. Regardless of their structure or player compliment. I don't think you could say more of any player than that. Obinna 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Cheeta 1,698 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Oh, and he's earned everything he now possess' as a player of quality, himself. He owes nobody nothing. Link to post Share on other sites
BFBF 171 Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 Has his limits, but is a rock of consistency in a young Canadian team. Biggest thing for me is his willingness to move the ball forwards. Isn't flashy but is efficient and effective. Seems like the old man in a flashy and young Canadian offence. It sounds negative, but it is desperately needed, and something I am sure the USA would like right now. Being a west ham fan, Oso reminds me a bit of Noble, which is a high compliment. People don't quite understand him, but his results are proven. Only shortfall is his penalty taking, I bet TFC fans wished he was like Noble when it came to pens. Obinna 1 Link to post Share on other sites
El Diego 778 Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 He is probably the smartest, and best, team presser that Canada has Link to post Share on other sites
dyslexic nam 9,565 Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Maybe just a better haircut. Lansdude 1 Link to post Share on other sites
costarg 606 Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 5 hours ago, CanadaFan123 said: But seriously, his last two games at BMO have been the two best I've seen from him. He has been getting better and better since November 2017. Oh, you mean right around the time he started working with John Herdman for CANMNT? Coincidence? Link to post Share on other sites
Ansem 8,351 Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I want Puebla to sign him so he plays with Cavallini. I think Osorio could do well Link to post Share on other sites
RS 1,968 Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 Osorio is so good he makes me and Macksam agree on something. apbsmith, Obinna, gator and 3 others 1 5 Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now