Tom Cannon F Leicester b.2002

**Eirambler** · 26/02/2023, 4:22 PM

Granny ruler I think. Hasn't played a competitive underage game for us. Was that Under 20s game his only appearance for Ireland?

**tetsujin1979** · 26/02/2023, 4:35 PM

Originally Posted by Eirambler

Granny ruler I think. Hasn't played a competitive underage game for us. Was that Under 20s game his only appearance for Ireland?

Played two qualifiers for the U19s in 2019
Late sub V Switzerland: https://www.fai.ie/ireland/news/irel...st-switzerland
V Gibraltar, where he scored https://www.fai.ie/ireland/match/24/...198?tab=report
Was an unused sub against Austria in the final group game

**CraftyToePoke** · 26/02/2023, 4:45 PM

How is his Gram looking for the bit of Eire love lads ?

**Razors left peg** · 26/02/2023, 4:54 PM

There's no love for Engerland on there either Crafty. He's a little tease

**elatedscum** · 26/02/2023, 5:24 PM

The fact he turned up for that 20s game when a tonne of people pulled out is a pretty good sign.

**Eirambler** · 26/02/2023, 6:04 PM

Originally Posted by tetsujin1979

Planned two qualifiers for the U19s in 2019
Late sub V Switzerland: https://www.fai.ie/ireland/news/irel...st-switzerland
V Gibraltar, where he scored https://www.fai.ie/ireland/match/24/...198?tab=report
Was an unused sub against Austria in the final group game

Thanks, hadn't realised he had been part of that squad. He seems the obvious candidate to lead the line for the Under 21s in the next campaign so hopefully he will want to do that. Looks to be well ahead of Odubeko who got a few games in the last campaign but is struggling down in League 1. Sinclair Armstrong the other main option but Cannon looks more ready for it at this point.

**pineapple stu** · 11/03/2023, 4:38 PM

Outshines strike partner Troy Parrott again today, scoring the opener after Parrott had already been subbed off. Greg Cunningham given the assist.

Should Cannon be in the senior squad over Parrott this month I wonder? They've the same number of league goals this season, but Cannon has played half as many games.

**John83** · 11/03/2023, 4:52 PM

Parrott's best attributes for us seem to be around the build-up rather than as an out-and-out goalscorer. This month may be a little soon for Cannon (unless there are some injuries; Robinson is out already, I think), but if he keeps it up he'll have to be looked at seriously. Do we have games lined up this summer?

**pineapple stu** · 11/03/2023, 4:55 PM

Greece away and Gibraltar at home in Euro qualifying.

**Jd2793** · 11/03/2023, 5:10 PM

would be shocked if cannon is near parrott in the national team pecking order

**Eirambler** · 11/03/2023, 6:34 PM

I don't think they're really competing with each other to be honest. Cannon is a centre forward, his competition would be the likes of Ferguson and Idah. Parrott is a second forward, he'd be competing with the likes of Ogbene, Robinson and Connolly. Obafemi is an interesting option in that he looks suited to both positions.

Certainly no shortage of options up front, even if there's nobody who is prolific at this point in time. The age profile of those eight as a group is excellent.

**JR89** · 11/03/2023, 8:09 PM

Originally Posted by Eirambler

I don't think they're really competing with each other to be honest. Cannon is a centre forward, his competition would be the likes of Ferguson and Idah. Parrott is a second forward, he'd be competing with the likes of Ogbene, Robinson and Connolly. Obafemi is an interesting option in that he looks suited to both positions.

Certainly no shortage of options up front, even if there's nobody who is prolific at this point in time. The age profile of those eight as a group is excellent.

As does Ferguson which is why I think they'll make the best front two for us. Similar Idah has played both roles for Norwich. When Smith had him and Pukki starting together in a 4-4-2 they'd take turns on who'd play as the 9 and who'd drop back into a deeper role.

**tommy_c12000** · 11/03/2023, 11:00 PM

Goal apart, Cannon did ok. Nothing overly impressive, but took goal very well. Parrott created a nice chance for himself with some tidy footwork in the first half but had a game effort with his left, beyond this he was pretty ineffective. I would have both Parrott and Cannon in the squad

**OMTY** · 14/03/2023, 7:21 PM

Another goal for Cannon away to Rotherham. Assist from Brady.

**Eirambler** · 14/03/2023, 7:30 PM

If it came to it I'd probably rather see him called up than Will Keane, Scott Hogan or James Collins. Presumably none of them will be called up though as it will be Ferguson/Obafemi/Idah/Ogbene and Parrott. But if there's a further drop out (Robinson and Connolly already gone) he should maybe be considered for Latvia?

**Razors left peg** · 14/03/2023, 7:41 PM

Originally Posted by Eirambler

If it came to it I'd probably rather see him called up than Will Keane, Scott Hogan or James Collins. Presumably none of them will be called up though as it will be Ferguson/Obafemi/Idah/Ogbene and Parrott. But if there's a further drop out (Robinson and Connolly already gone) he should maybe be considered for Latvia?

Might be worth calling him up for Latvia game to see his reaction to it. There seems to be an undercurrent that hes not commited to us for whatever reason, so based on form its not an outrageous thing to call him up and test the water.

**paul_oshea** · 14/03/2023, 7:41 PM

I'd agree with that and be happy to give him a shot ahead of parrot. Parrot has stagnated or possibly on a slight downward trajectory we know what he offers. Test his (cannons)resolve.What's there to lose including cannon ahead of him and giving him time against Latvia? But Kenny's been hinting that the squad is settled and picked for this qualification in mind

**third policeman** · 14/03/2023, 7:43 PM

Is there a recall clause in the loan from Everton? They could do with a reliable goal scorer,

**SkStu** · 14/03/2023, 7:59 PM

Just stuck this game on and he’s hit the bar. Did very well, showed great strength to hold off the Rotherham defender and from a very tight angle hit the crossbar

**samhaydenjr** · 15/03/2023, 12:52 AM

Originally Posted by Razors left peg

Might be worth calling him up for Latvia game to see his reaction to it. There seems to be an undercurrent that hes not commited to us for whatever reason, so based on form its not an outrageous thing to call him up and test the water.

Don't believe in calling up dual-eligible players to "test their loyalty". Manager should just reach out privately to the player, say player's form merits consideration for a call-up, and ask if the player is ready to make that final commitment. If the player wants time to be sure, give him space to make the decision.