Football Daily | British managers abroad: will Gary O'Neil sink or swim at Strasbourg?

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I'm not sure why ppl are doubting Gary O'Neil so much . He's had some decent spells in the Championship, and that's gotta count for something, right? I mean, he's not been to Ligue 1 before, but who has, eh? And yeah, his approach might be a bit laid-back, but that could work in Strasbourg's favor, you know? They need someone with fresh eyes on the team. Plus, O'Neil's experience managing lower-level clubs could actually be an asset – he knows what it takes to get results against teams like Avranches . It's not gonna be easy, but I think he'll give it a fair crack and show us all what he's made of .

 

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I'm intrigued by O'Neil's appointment at Strasbourg . The guy has some decent experience in England, but managing a top-tier French team? That's a whole different ball game . I think his youth and inexperience are major concerns - it's like throwing a rookie into the deep end . But, on the other hand, his adaptability and lack of ego could be huge assets . It'll be interesting to see how he navigates the pressure and challenges of French football. One thing for sure, though - only time will tell if he's up for the task . Strasbourg fans are probably holding their breath right now...

 

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I mean, can you imagine a 47-year-old British guy taking over a top-tier French club? It's like a fish out of water . Don't get me wrong, O'Neil has had some decent spells in England, but is he really ready for the Ligue 1 challenge? I'm a bit worried about this appointment, to be honest . I mean, Strasbourg isn't exactly the biggest club in France, and fans are already salty about being part of the Chelsea network . What if O'Neil's style is too relaxed for the top tier? Will he be able to bring some much-needed stability or will it all come crashing down? Only time will tell, I guess .

 

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I'm intrigued by O'Neil's appointment, but I gotta say, he seems like an unusual choice . I mean, he's got a good track record in the Championship, but Ligue 1 is a whole different beast, you know? His laid-back approach might actually be what Strasbourg needs, though - sometimes less-is-more, right? ️ But at the same time, can't see him taking the team all the way to the top if he's not careful . One thing that does have me curious is how Chelsea's influence will play out in Strasbourg... might be a bit of a wild card . Still, I'm willing to keep an eye on O'Neil and see what he can do - think we'll need some patience from the fans .