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lyonhibs
05-01-2025, 01:14 PM
As one who's been quick enough, repeatedly, to say he's not good enough to be a starter for a team that should be shooting for top 4 every season, happy to eat sweet humble pie today.
Heart of a lion, engine of a marathon runner. Used the ball well to boot, which is the bit that's been lacking in the past.
Also, is a considerable nuisance in the air for one who's not a giant to start with.
I'm not quite FULL Donegal Hibby here, but that Josh Campbell has a role to play for Hibs for a good few years to come.
Northernhibee
05-01-2025, 01:14 PM
Superb today.
hibee_girl
05-01-2025, 01:15 PM
He’s been brilliant since he’s came back into the team.
Bostonhibby
05-01-2025, 01:15 PM
Done very well today, in the team on merit, stick with it Josh.
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cannastar
05-01-2025, 01:18 PM
brilliant performance today the laddie is becoming better with age and experience this time next year we may be thinking we will be lucky to keep him. that tackle to win the ball and get up again to drive forward pre penalty incident was superb. epitomised everything that is good about hibs at this moment.
HibbyAndy
05-01-2025, 01:18 PM
Another one who was brilliant today :top marks
Golden Bear
05-01-2025, 02:08 PM
A stand out performance from Josh today.👌
Unseen work
05-01-2025, 02:09 PM
Really good today
Well done, Josh
hibsbollah
05-01-2025, 02:12 PM
Completely reborn. Can retain possession and nick it back. So important.
Trinity Hibee
05-01-2025, 02:12 PM
Won the ball and made a great run to then win the penalty. Summed him up today
Fergos
05-01-2025, 02:13 PM
brilliant performance today the laddie is becoming better with age and experience this time next year we may be thinking we will be lucky to keep him. that tackle to win the ball and get up again to drive forward pre penalty incident was superb. epitomised everything that is good about hibs at this moment.
Totally agree. His desire to get into the box post tackle was typical of the spirit and resilience we are showing now. Lovely wee return pass from Dwight too. Great to see and well done JC.
GGTTH 🇳🇬
BroxburnHibee
05-01-2025, 02:14 PM
In that position he's a real asset to the team. Wins most off the headers he goes for and supports the attack well. Add the fact he's a goal threat makes him a first pick. Long may it continue
sleeping giant
05-01-2025, 02:14 PM
He’s been brilliant since he’s came back into the team.
:agree:
Allant1981
05-01-2025, 02:17 PM
For not being the tallest he wins loads in the air, good player to have at the club, he will never be a world beater but more than good enough to play at this level
tonyrougier123
05-01-2025, 02:18 PM
In that position he's a real asset to the team. Wins most off the headers he goes for and supports the attack well. Add the fact he's a goal threat makes him a first pick. Long may it continue
Done as well defensively at other end as well.
O'Rourke3
05-01-2025, 02:18 PM
He was my MOM.
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CapitalGreen
05-01-2025, 02:19 PM
Was poor for the first hour but finished the game very well and was a big part of us getting the better of Rangers during that period.
Northernhibee
05-01-2025, 02:19 PM
One of my favourite players at the club. Gives everything and will never hide or give a half hearted performance.
Callum_62
05-01-2025, 02:20 PM
Absolutely fantastic today
Workrate was phenomenal
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tonyrougier123
05-01-2025, 02:23 PM
Was poor for the first hour but finished the game very well and was a big part of us getting the better of Rangers during that period.
Nonsense! Was superb whole game.
Ozyhibby
05-01-2025, 02:33 PM
Superb work rate all game. [emoji122][emoji122][emoji122]
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LaMotta
05-01-2025, 02:35 PM
Remember a previous thread where there was a few of us talking about his good athleticism and engine and others questioning that. Today was the perfect example of why people think he has a good engine and athleticism. Some of his tackles were tremendous.
Billy Whizz
05-01-2025, 02:36 PM
These sorts of games suit Josh, blood and thunder with no little skill from him. He was a pest to Rangers the full match
BoomtownHibees
05-01-2025, 02:37 PM
Played a lot deeper than he has the last few games but had a great 2nd half doing the dirty work and done well to win the pen
Hiber-nation
05-01-2025, 02:39 PM
After 55 mins I was having a tight moan about him as he'd been pretty awful up till then but a brilliant last half hour plus so well done Josh.
Golden Bear
05-01-2025, 02:42 PM
The new Pat Mcginlay!
Superb today.
Love Josh a true hibbie 👌
BILLYHIBS
05-01-2025, 02:52 PM
Touch of an elephant but thought he played well today gave 100% and more it is all we ask
DH1875
05-01-2025, 02:55 PM
Yip. I'm usually the first to slaughter him so credit where credit due. Was good today.
AdidasHibernian
05-01-2025, 02:57 PM
Was great today. I'm not his biggest fan but he was playing for every blade of grass today. Well played Josh.
JimBHibees
05-01-2025, 03:05 PM
Remember a previous thread where there was a few of us talking about his good athleticism and engine and others questioning that. Today was the perfect example of why people think he has a good engine and athleticism. Some of his tackles were tremendous.
Was brilliant today gave his absolute all well done Josh
Donegal Hibby
05-01-2025, 03:05 PM
One of our own … what a shift he put in for the team . :applause:
Brightside
05-01-2025, 03:07 PM
Heart of a lion. “What does Josh Campbell bring to the team”.
Bishop Hibee
05-01-2025, 03:08 PM
Brilliant today. His best position is behind the forwards and he’s been great since playing there.
Rick Rude
05-01-2025, 03:12 PM
Played a lot deeper than he has the last few games but had a great 2nd half doing the dirty work and done well to win the pen
Didn't for the first 25 minutes. It was him moving to deeper and covering our right side that changed the game in our favour.
BoomtownHibees
05-01-2025, 03:13 PM
Brilliant today. His best position is behind the forwards and he’s been great since playing there.
Not today it wasn’t. Was so much better when playing deeper in the 2nd half
fat freddy
05-01-2025, 03:20 PM
Battled for everything, came off the park with the dirtiest strip which used to mean something.
A Hi-Bee
05-01-2025, 03:24 PM
He came onto a great game, after NMW was brought on to provide some energy into the midfield. Kwon was like a man down and not been impressed with the guy.
Campbell, I will say again is a good player and when the time is right he will make Hibs a lot of money.
21.05.2016
05-01-2025, 03:41 PM
Brilliant performance from him today. Won in the air and worked his socks off. A MotM candidate for sure.
Shrekko
05-01-2025, 04:33 PM
As one who's been quick enough, repeatedly, to say he's not good enough to be a starter for a team that should be shooting for top 4 every season, happy to eat sweet humble pie today.
Heart of a lion, engine of a marathon runner. Used the ball well to boot, which is the bit that's been lacking in the past.
Also, is a considerable nuisance in the air for one who's not a giant to start with.
I'm not quite FULL Donegal Hibby here, but that Josh Campbell has a role to play for Hibs for a good few years to come.
I'm also one who's more than happy to give credit where it's due as well as criticism when merited.
Josh was in very poor form at the start of the season - not sure why anybody would say he wasn't. He's been in much better form the past month. His 2nd half performance today was excellent and I also had him as my MOTM against Killie. He scored goals, won penalties and been a heck of a handful for the opposition - just what we need.
What he does well he needs to keep doing consistently but a midfielder that's a threat in the final third is quite a rarity these days. He probably isn't going to become technically gifted all of a sudden, so he can make up for that with the stuff he was doing today. It was the first time I've seen him make good clean tackles and his pressing undoubtedly put the wind up Rangers.
His place in the starting 11 is merited at the moment which is some turnaround.
Green-Hibee-7
05-01-2025, 06:51 PM
Been really good since he came back into the team. Fair play to him. Like the rest, the schedule has been punishing but he has gave it his all. Importantly his quality has been better on the ball.
I still think we need better but there is clearly space for him in the squad.
wookie70
05-01-2025, 07:27 PM
Played very well again. Suited us him being moved a touch deeper and to the right in the second half
davym7062
05-01-2025, 08:08 PM
brill today josh
PatHead
11-01-2025, 11:14 PM
Think credit has to be given to Josh. Yes the switch to a back 3 has helped us go on a run but Josh's contribution can't be underestimated. Must be great to have a player with that energy alongside you.
cabbageandribs1875
11-01-2025, 11:48 PM
all over the field today
said it several weeks ago and i'll say it again
future captain :wink::greengrin
Donegal Hibby
12-01-2025, 12:11 AM
Seen Campbell’s performance yesterday being described as “ ineffective “ .. it was anything but ineffective, gave 100% again as he always does , a real team player .. well done Josh :applause:
1875godsgift
12-01-2025, 12:27 AM
Seen Campbell’s performance yesterday being described as “ ineffective “ .. it was anything but ineffective, gave 100% again as he always does , a real team player .. well done Josh :applause:
:agree: It was a sublime move for his offside goal too
BILLYHIBS
12-01-2025, 06:03 AM
Thought he was poor yesterday tbh but I just know he will bounce back never gives up even when things are not going his way
One ball second half about the hour mark booted it with power towards our goal without looking straight to a Motherwell forward in space WTF ?
Surprised he wasn’t hooked there and then took another 17 minutes probably tired
Gmack7
12-01-2025, 07:01 AM
I felt he gave a good interview after the game, mentioned a recent chat with SDG About not being consistent enough over the last couple of seasons as something he needs to work on, also said 3rd is a possibility, great attitude 👍
CapitalGreen
12-01-2025, 07:05 AM
Thought he was poor yesterday tbh but I just know he will bounce back never gives up even when things are not going his way
One ball second half about the hour mark booted it with power towards our goal without looking straight to a Motherwell forward in space WTF ?
Surprised he wasn’t hooked there and then took another 17 minutes probably tired
Likewise, after his excellent 2nd half performance last week it was the complete opposite this week where his use of the ball was very poor. I think he himself expected to be subbed off too after the incident you mention as I noticed he began moving towards the dugouts when the triple sub was being made around the hour mark.
Bobby's Cinema
12-01-2025, 07:06 AM
Can't question his work ethic.
Didn't quite happen for him on the ball yesterday but I can see what he brings off it. Big part in making it a comfortable enough game for us yesterday.
Nicho87
12-01-2025, 07:19 AM
Fatty McLaughlin again, asking based on absolutely no speculation what so ever. Are you happy at hibs, would a move interest you or words to that effect
That ‘journalist’ is an absolute roaster
lucky
12-01-2025, 08:03 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
S4uzee
12-01-2025, 08:24 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
Always tries to get rid of the ball as soon as he can
superfurryhibby
12-01-2025, 08:35 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
He doesn’t really look knackered after ten mins. He wasn’t hugely effective yesterday, but let’s not over egg the pudding with total nonsense.
BroxburnHibee
12-01-2025, 08:58 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
I think thats harsh. I think he's playing in his best position now and its showing. I thought he had a quieter game yesterday but "knackered" - no chance.
Squad player? He's a first pick right now.
theonlywayisup
12-01-2025, 09:03 AM
He doesn’t really look knackered after ten mins. He wasn’t hugely effective yesterday, but let’s not over egg the pudding with total nonsense.
Yes, total rubbish from lucky. I struggle to understand why posters do it.
Sportscene were praising his effectiveness yesterday. IMO, I think he tired early in the second half.
SHODAN
12-01-2025, 09:06 AM
Josh Can-bell
overdrive
12-01-2025, 09:08 AM
When did he get so good in the air? He provides a decent target up front in the absence of Bowie and Myko.
Not In The Know
12-01-2025, 09:09 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
The main attribute Campbell has is his engine, so I find that strange.
Against The Rangers I thought he was superb, his constant running and pressing contributed massively to the result. It is tho against, so called lesser teams when he gets more time on the ball and is expected to make more of it he sometimes struggles. But he can pop up with a great assist and goal at times.
Add all that together and he is more than good enough to play for Hibs, perhaps not every week but he’s deffo worth having. He’s still young and if he could add a wee bit more quality to his use of the ball he’d be too good for us.
Crab apple
12-01-2025, 09:18 AM
Fatty McLaughlin again, asking based on absolutely no speculation what so ever. Are you happy at hibs, would a move interest you or words to that effect
That ‘journalist’ is an absolute roaster
Given that Josh is under contract until the end of the 26/27 season it was again an odd line of questioning from Fatty.
Allant1981
12-01-2025, 09:25 AM
Given that Josh is under contract until the end of the 26/27 season it was again an odd line of questioning from Fatty.
Not really odd, was there not apparent interest from Plymouth recently?
JimBHibees
12-01-2025, 09:35 AM
Campbell works hard and has an eye for a goal but his overall play is poor and he looks knackered after 10 minutes. Squad player at best
Assume you have not been watching recent games
Crab apple
12-01-2025, 09:47 AM
Not really odd, was there not apparent interest from Plymouth recently?
Rooney has just been sacked at Plymouth and the ex Cercle Bruge manager is about to be appointed so doubt there was anything in that rumour. Fatty was just **** stirring. Josh has said himself that he is unaware of any interest and is really happy at Hibs.
CapitalGreen
12-01-2025, 09:56 AM
Assume you have not been watching recent games
Recent games he’s been inconsistent. Good against Killie and a very good 2nd half against Rangers but poor against St Johnstone and 2nd half against Motherwell.
Donegal Hibby
12-01-2025, 10:28 AM
Assume you have not been watching recent games
Another player like Rocky when playing you get the feeling he’d run through a brick wall for the team .. taken off because he ran himself into the ground . Done his job well yesterday .
Allant1981
12-01-2025, 10:32 AM
I like Campbell, not the most skillful of players but gets goals and assists, bursts a gut for the team until he is completely done, teams needs guys like this in the squad
WhileTheChief..
12-01-2025, 10:46 AM
I like Campbell, not the most skillful of players but gets goals and assists, bursts a gut for the team until he is completely done, teams needs guys like this in the squad
:top marks
He's one of our best players. More chance of us extending his contract than letting him go.
cannastar
12-01-2025, 12:36 PM
A throwback to the old style hibs players like mcginlay farrell weir etc... hibs through and through knows what it means to the supporters gets it 100 per cent and gets better as each season goes on. i would hate to see him go to an average club in england or wherever just for money. does what can be considered a dirty job but very underated in his ability the lung bursting run a la brian robson is credit to his fitness a real delight to watch long may he grace the pitch at easter road. another one we wont realise how good he was when he goes.
Dashing Bob S
12-01-2025, 12:46 PM
As a deep infiltrator of Sickbag there was thread after the derby game where Jambos reluctantly pinpointed him as one of the main differences between the sides. The gist of it was he was a committed player who grafted and played for the jersey. This, they felt, was sorely lacking in the current Hearts team, that sort of desire being the key to derby success.
No, we don’t dream of a team of Josh Campbell’s but we need a few of them prepared to roll their sleeves up and put in a shift.
Ribs1875
12-01-2025, 02:05 PM
As a deep infiltrator of Sickbag there was thread after the derby game where Jambos reluctantly pinpointed him as one of the main differences between the sides. The gist of it was he was a committed player who grafted and played for the jersey. This, they felt, was sorely lacking in the current Hearts team, that sort of desire being the key to derby success.
No, we don’t dream of a team of Josh Campbell’s but we need a few of them prepared to roll their sleeves up and put in a shift.
Campbell splits opinions between us hibs fans. I find him to be a handy player when everything is going his way. When we play we'll he's good, when it's not going well he loses confidence and can be non-existent. Hopefully the more experienced he becomes the better his consistency will be.
hibsbollah
12-01-2025, 02:10 PM
Campbell splits opinions between us hibs fans. I find him to be a handy player when everything is going his way. When we play we'll he's good, when it's not going well he loses confidence and can be non-existent. Hopefully the more experienced he becomes the better his consistency will be.
I’ve seen enough games when he gives up possession too easily to be massively confident that he’s first name on the teamsheet material going forward, but im always happy when our players get a good run of form, long may it continue.
Murphys Touch
12-01-2025, 02:12 PM
If we want to be a mid table club that comes and goes then Campbell is a player that fits into that ambition.
Shrekko
12-01-2025, 02:15 PM
I find him to be a handy player when everything is going his way. When we play we'll he's good, when it's not going well he loses confidence and can be non-existent.
This is it in a nutshell.
Pretty Boy
12-01-2025, 02:18 PM
There are games when I am quite happy to see Campbell in the team. Hearts away, Celtic away etc etc. Games when you need someone who will roll their sleeves up, cover a lot of ground and work for the team. A game like yesterday when we bossed the ball and he buzzed about just behind the strikers works well for him too.
In games when it is a bit slower paced and we have to work hard to break down a stubborn team camped in their own half I think his limitations are a bit more notable. His occasional sloppiness in possession particularly.
Horses for courses though and he has a part to play but like the bulk of the squad there is scope for improvement.
Tambo
12-01-2025, 02:19 PM
Has been be effective enough in recent games to keep his place in the line up, the debate will always go on if we should be looking for better in that position.
The shape of the team looks much better since the change in set up, forwards have shone and look to be enjoying it, Boyle/Youan/Bowie especially should enjoy this shape, could be looking for that consistent number 10 performer who can unlock a defence with something.
JimBHibees
12-01-2025, 02:19 PM
Recent games he’s been inconsistent. Good against Killie and a very good 2nd half against Rangers but poor against St Johnstone and 2nd half against Motherwell.
He has been fine recently was superb against Rangers
Alfred E Newman
12-01-2025, 02:25 PM
If we want to be a mid table club that comes and goes then Campbell is a player that fits into that ambition.
Utter crap.
superfurryhibby
12-01-2025, 02:39 PM
He has been fine recently was superb against Rangers
One of his best games, he put in a huge effort, he showed passion and stamina, making telling tackles and creating trouble for them going forward.
Josh isn't ever going to be a silky midfielder. However, he works very hard and even when he's not playing his best, he still impacts on the game through his energy and pressing the opposition. He would thrive even more if we had a creative midfielder able to thread passes behind defences.
CapitalGreen
12-01-2025, 02:51 PM
He has been fine recently was superb against Rangers
Depends how high your bar is for a player being “fine” I suppose. He only managed to find a teammate twice with passes during his 30+ minutes of the 2nd half yesterday which isn’t really fine for someone playing in a central midfield position imo.
Golden Bear
12-01-2025, 02:52 PM
Josh is playing with more confidence these days which says a lot for him considering some of the abuse he receives.
I hope he goes on to have a great Hibs career like Paul Hanlon and Lewis Stevenson.
Gaun yersel son !!
👍
HIBS NUTS
12-01-2025, 03:10 PM
It appears some fans look for a player from their own club, to constantly find something wrong with, we are on a fantastic run, and all the current players have contributed towards that run, in different ways.
Campbell has been good at what he does, the same for kris cadden, who always gives 100 percent.
Personally I’m just enjoying hibs good run.
500miles
12-01-2025, 03:28 PM
Really good first half yesterday, played higher up the pitch than the strikers a lot of the time.
Think he struggled second half with Motherwell being much less slack on the ball and what seemed to be a change in shape in the midfield which left him with a lot of ground to cover. Moriah-Welsh has similar energy, and his fresh legs seemed to cause Motherwell problems again.
Alfred E Newman
12-01-2025, 03:28 PM
It appears some fans look for a player from their own club, to constantly find something wrong with, we are on a fantastic run, and all the current players have contributed towards that run, in different ways.
Campbell has been good at what he does, the same for kris cadden, who always gives 100 percent.
Personally I’m just enjoying hibs good run.
This.
Ribs1875
12-01-2025, 03:43 PM
I’ve seen enough games when he gives up possession too easily to be massively confident that he’s first name on the teamsheet material going forward, but im always happy when our players get a good run of form, long may it continue.
Since we went 3 at the back, it's allowed him to play more naturally and dictate play more, rather than being on the back foot. Credit to him and all our other players to stepped up and adapted well to the change in system.
CapitalGreen
12-01-2025, 03:48 PM
Since we went 3 at the back, it's allowed him to play more naturally and dictate play more, rather than being on the back foot. Credit to him and all our other players to stepped up and adapted well to the change in system.
Josh Campbell has been dictating play?
Ribs1875
12-01-2025, 03:54 PM
Josh Campbell has been dictating play?
Against hearts I thought he did. One of his better performances for us.
Phil MaGlass
12-01-2025, 03:57 PM
As a deep infiltrator of Sickbag there was thread after the derby game where Jambos reluctantly pinpointed him as one of the main differences between the sides. The gist of it was he was a committed player who grafted and played for the jersey. This, they felt, was sorely lacking in the current Hearts team, that sort of desire being the key to derby success.
No, we don’t dream of a team of Josh Campbell’s but we need a few of them prepared to roll their sleeves up and put in a shift.
Absolutely this, its another reason they have had the upper hand on us in years gone by, absolute commitment from their players and especially their hertz supportin players not to lose to us. I have always thought our mentality has never been right when weve played them.
supermcginn
12-01-2025, 04:08 PM
If we want to be a mid table club that comes and goes then Campbell is a player that fits into that ambition.
That's the truth of it, his passing is very poor and gives the ball away far too much.
Donegal Hibby
12-01-2025, 04:32 PM
It appears some fans look for a player from their own club, to constantly find something wrong with, we are on a fantastic run, and all the current players have contributed towards that run, in different ways.
Campbell has been good at what he does, the same for kris cadden, who always gives 100 percent.
Personally I’m just enjoying hibs good run.
:agree: One defeat in 10 to Celtic who we played very well against, 22 goals scored and still folk are trying to to find negatives .. If it’s not Campbell it would be somebody else :rolleyes:
500miles
12-01-2025, 04:59 PM
Josh Campbell has been dictating play?
In games where you can make the midfield really narrow and difficult to break through, Campbell really thrives. There's weaknesses in his game, but our success has been built on a relentlessness and persistence that Josh embodies. I'd love to sign a more technical 10 who can break down teams when we get lots of the ball, but for 50% of the season - big games usually - Campbell has a unique skillset which might give us more at this level. Don't undervalue or underestimate him. Much like Bartley, or even Gayle, he is a fantastic option, even if it's not the one we need every week.
1875Sean
12-01-2025, 04:59 PM
Seen hearts tubby Brian McLauchlin done a report on the bbc site about Campbell entering his final 6 months of his contract, isn’t his contract until 2027?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c04npvd71qpo
B.H.F.C
12-01-2025, 05:20 PM
Seen hearts tubby Brian McLauchlin done a report on the bbc site about Campbell entering his final 6 months of his contract, isn’t his contract until 2027?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c04npvd71qpo
New deal signed in 2023 taking him through to 2027.
Quality journalism from him as always. Clown.
hibsbollah
12-01-2025, 05:40 PM
Josh Campbell has been dictating play?
Did against Rangers, unquestionably.
Ribs1875
12-01-2025, 10:40 PM
Absolutely this, its another reason they have had the upper hand on us in years gone by, absolute commitment from their players and especially their hertz supportin players not to lose to us. I have always thought our mentality has never been right when weve played them.
Another frustration of mines over the years gone by is sustainability. My biggest frustration with us is every time we sold a key player or them moving on, we replaced them with the aldi diet coke version. This is another contributing factor to why they got the upper hand so easily IMO.
Smartie
12-01-2025, 11:38 PM
Campbell splits opinions between us hibs fans. I find him to be a handy player when everything is going his way. When we play we'll he's good, when it's not going well he loses confidence and can be non-existent. Hopefully the more experienced he becomes the better his consistency will be.
Wouldn’t disagree with this but I find him to be most effective in our hardest games and less effective in the games when we’re expected to dominate possession and win. Which is strange.
Jones28
13-01-2025, 06:00 AM
Seen hearts tubby Brian McLauchlin done a report on the bbc site about Campbell entering his final 6 months of his contract, isn’t his contract until 2027?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c04npvd71qpo
Well done Brian, slavering prick.
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 06:10 AM
:agree: One defeat in 10 to Celtic who we played very well against, 22 goals scored and still folk are trying to to find negatives .. If it’s not Campbell it would be somebody else :rolleyes:
Agree utterly bizarre we definitely have a miserabilist element within our support. We are on a brilliant run enjoy it while it lasts.
Bishop Hibee
13-01-2025, 06:21 AM
He’s playing in his best position which is bringing out the best in him. By his own admission yesterday he tired during the game but he wasn’t the only one given the heavy schedule we’ve had.
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 06:23 AM
Seen hearts tubby Brian McLauchlin done a report on the bbc site about Campbell entering his final 6 months of his contract, isn’t his contract until 2027?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c04npvd71qpo
Utterly bizarre he has such a prominent position at bbc
grunt
13-01-2025, 06:49 AM
Seen hearts tubby Brian McLauchlin done a report on the bbc site about Campbell entering his final 6 months of his contract, isn’t his contract until 2027?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c04npvd71qpo
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/news/2023/february/16/Josh-Campbell-Signs-Long-Term-Deal/
The 22-year-old has penned a four-and-a-half-year deal extending his time at Easter Road until the summer of 2027.
Murphys Touch
13-01-2025, 06:59 AM
Utterly bizarre he has such a prominent position at bbc
Loves a bevy does Brian….
theonlywayisup
13-01-2025, 07:06 AM
Agree utterly bizarre we definitely have a miserabilist element within our support. We are on a brilliant run enjoy it while it lasts.
My observation is that there are elements of our (and probably any) support who expect good play virtually all the time from individuals.
Just think about this season, we've had threads about almost every player saying "get rid", "they're rubbish" etc. Then a few games later, there's threads praising their contribution.
The reality is that very few players are perfect all the time. Some with have good games followed by some bad. Some will have good moments in games intermixed with some bad. Some will oscillate from very high peaks of good play, to the lowest of lows.
There's lots of reasons for this such as fitness, the team formation, the opposition, confidence, experience etc.
Let's be honest, if players were good all the time they wouldn't be playing for Hibernian FC.
Murphys Touch
13-01-2025, 07:13 AM
My observation is that there are elements of our (and probably any) support who expect good play virtually all the time from individuals.
Just think about this season, we've had threads about almost every player saying "get rid", "they're rubbish" etc. Then a few games later, there's threads praising their contribution.
The reality is that very few players are perfect all the time. Some with have good games followed by some bad. Some will have good moments in games intermixed with some bad. Some will oscillate from very high peaks of good play, to the lowest of lows.
There's lots of reasons for this such as fitness, the team formation, the opposition, confidence, experience etc.
Let's be honest, if players were good all the time they wouldn't be playing for Hibernian FC.
Not sure about that last line…why not?
In Josh’s case, there is enough body of evidence is that it’s not “off days”, it’s that technically his passing and output when we play teams that stand off us are poor. That’s how it is but that’s also not what we need if we want to dominate the majority of our games in a dire league.
Fair dos in “category a” games but that’s a small %
Ribs1875
13-01-2025, 08:11 AM
Wouldn’t disagree with this but I find him to be most effective in our hardest games and less effective in the games when we’re expected to dominate possession and win. Which is strange.
Beuzelin was very much bad for that as well. Suppose it's not a bad thing having a big game player.
1875Sean
13-01-2025, 11:38 AM
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/news/2023/february/16/Josh-Campbell-Signs-Long-Term-Deal/
They have updated it now, someone must have told the jambo this morning
Hibeesforever
13-01-2025, 12:19 PM
I'm afraid his misplaced pass in the second half with Boyle open on goal, showed why Hibs will be the highest level for Josh...a good player but has a poor touch...compare him to Gayle, for example...
grunt
13-01-2025, 01:39 PM
They have updated it now, someone must have told the jambo this morning
It now reads:
Josh Campbell admitted he will look at potential interest from elsewhere despite having two years left on his Hibs contract.
They have updated it now, someone must have told the jambo this morning
That was me 😅. Can't stand that jambo prick McLaughlin
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 02:07 PM
It now reads:
Of course Josh never said such thing
mcohibs
13-01-2025, 02:55 PM
Of course Josh never said such thing
I listened to the interview live. He’s obviously made an arse of his interview prep thinking JC was in the last 6 months of his contract so asked him leading questions about interest from other clubs (none). JC is obviously absolutely bewildered at what he’s being asked so gave a pretty standard answer saying he’s focused on Hibs and take it as it comes.
To run with a headline saying he’s going to look at other options is completely ridiculous and stuff like that must really put players off speaking with media. The fact that the article has been altered but not deleted is hilarious. Can’t stand McLauchlin.
theonlywayisup
13-01-2025, 03:00 PM
I listened to the interview live. He’s obviously made an arse of his interview prep thinking JC was in the last 6 months of his contract so asked him leading questions about interest from other clubs (none). JC is obviously absolutely bewildered at what he’s being asked so gave a pretty standard answer saying he’s focused on Hibs and take it as it comes.
To run with a headline saying he’s going to look at other options is completely ridiculous and stuff like that must really put players off speaking with media. The fact that the article has been altered but not deleted is hilarious. Can’t stand McLauchlin.
Yes, you're right.
It was an odd question to ask. Not surprisingly, Josh answered along the lines of 'if there is interest he'll consider it', which with hindsight he should have just said "no interest". However, to lead with his statement that he'd consider interest from other clubs is totally misleading.
mcohibs
13-01-2025, 03:23 PM
Yes, you're right.
It was an odd question to ask. Not surprisingly, Josh answered along the lines of 'if there is interest he'll consider it', which with hindsight he should have just said "no interest". However, to lead with his statement that he'd consider interest from other clubs is totally misleading.
Yep. It wasn’t even as open as saying he’ll consider it to be fair.
‘If something comes in, I’ll take a look but obviously I’m fully focussed on Hibs’
An absolutely nothing reply to a bizarre line of questioning but enough rope for BM to spin a misleading headline from.
Donegal Hibby
13-01-2025, 04:15 PM
https://www.nottheoldfirm.com/news/two-absolutely-fantastic-hibs-stars-key-to-motherwell-win-highlighted/
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 04:19 PM
I listened to the interview live. He’s obviously made an arse of his interview prep thinking JC was in the last 6 months of his contract so asked him leading questions about interest from other clubs (none). JC is obviously absolutely bewildered at what he’s being asked so gave a pretty standard answer saying he’s focused on Hibs and take it as it comes.
To run with a headline saying he’s going to look at other options is completely ridiculous and stuff like that must really put players off speaking with media. The fact that the article has been altered but not deleted is hilarious. Can’t stand McLauchlin.
Yep absolutely odious needs to get a new career and give us all a break. Pretty much every interview with Hibs some sneaky question to get a reaction. Interviews with Hearts staff has to always mention the amazing and intimidating atmosphere and calling Tefal heid Shanks
Chorley Hibee
13-01-2025, 04:21 PM
Yep absolutely odious needs to get a new career and give us all a break. Pretty much every interview with Hibs some sneaky question to get a reaction. Interviews with Hearts staff has to always mention the amazing and intimidating atmosphere and calling Tefal heid Shanks
Honestly believe Hibs should be telling him to **** off with his snide behaviour.
An odious fat prick who wouldn't know what acting professional was.
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 04:31 PM
Honestly believe Hibs should be telling him to **** off with his snide behaviour.
An odious fat prick who wouldn't know what acting professional was.
Wouldn’t disagree with that
Carheenlea
13-01-2025, 04:34 PM
Utterly bizarre he has such a prominent position at bbc
While it’s hard to take McLaughlin seriously as a journalist, it doesn’t say much for the BBC where McLaughlin is a staff journalist with quite a prominent position for Scottish Sport, so by turn, you end up not being able to take BBC Scotland seriously.
He must have secured a pretty watertight and lengthy contract himself while he blunders and wheezes his way through error strewn and partisan reporting on a weekly basis.
JimBHibees
13-01-2025, 04:38 PM
While it’s hard to take McLaughlin seriously as a journalist, it doesn’t say much for the BBC where McLaughlin is a staff journalist with quite a prominent position for Scottish Sport, so by turn, you end up not being able to take BBC Scotland seriously.
He must have secured a pretty watertight and lengthy contract himself while he blunders and wheezes his way through error strewn and partisan reporting on a weekly basis.
Agree pretty sure he got a freeby trip to the Ryder cup not that long ago utterly bizarre. Must be hundreds of younger more informed and enthusiastic professional budding journalists could do ten times the job he does. The epitome of jobs for the boys. His sycophantic performance in the hearts docu comedy said it all.
theonlywayisup
13-01-2025, 05:22 PM
https://www.nottheoldfirm.com/news/two-absolutely-fantastic-hibs-stars-key-to-motherwell-win-highlighted/
Can't be right DH. Some experts on here say he's rubbish and at best a squad player. Yet, footballers who've played at the highest level in Scotland are praising his effectiveness.
1875Sean
13-01-2025, 05:39 PM
While it’s hard to take McLaughlin seriously as a journalist, it doesn’t say much for the BBC where McLaughlin is a staff journalist with quite a prominent position for Scottish Sport, so by turn, you end up not being able to take BBC Scotland seriously.
He must have secured a pretty watertight and lengthy contract himself while he blunders and wheezes his way through error strewn and partisan reporting on a weekly basis.
Must be some old pals act he is still in a job, bbc senior reporter too, the guy is a dinosaur, can’t stand him covering most of the games in Edinburgh
Yes, you're right.
It was an odd question to ask. Not surprisingly, Josh answered along the lines of 'if there is interest he'll consider it', which with hindsight he should have just said "no interest". However, to lead with his statement that he'd consider interest from other clubs is totally misleading.It's not a strange question if the aim is to chip away at Hibs. The BFJ asked leading questions then makes a chappy article as though Josh's answers were statements.
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Pedantic_Hibee
13-01-2025, 06:34 PM
McLaughlin’s a fat dick.
Pretty Boy
13-01-2025, 06:35 PM
I thought the interview was just the work of an idiot who was totally clueless about Campbell's contract situation.
Fwiw I don't think it's 'negative' to have a subjective chat about Campbell's role going forward or indicative that people aren't exceptionally happy with our current good form I think everyone expects us to look to strengthen the midfield in the summer. I don't think many expect Hoillet to be here beyond the end of the season. That would make it fairly likely we will bring in another attacking midfielder and that means there will be competition for JCs place. He'll expect that as much as anyone.
Helensburghhibs
13-01-2025, 06:54 PM
They were desperate to push transfer talk all day. Calling mcglaughlin a journalist is like calling me an athlete because I walk to the chippy now and again. He's a upper and I'd love to see the club stand up to him
Baader
13-01-2025, 07:22 PM
Must be some old pals act he is still in a job, bbc senior reporter too, the guy is a dinosaur, can’t stand him covering most of the games in Edinburgh
Definitely. He's a lousy hack with a pro Hearts anti Hibs agenda. Article must've left him red faced but then he always is...
JohnM1875
01-02-2025, 07:47 PM
Thought he had a good game today. Maybe not as noticeable as a lot of the good work was off the ball, but well done, Josh.
Potentially the best in the air in the league? Where has that come from?!
tamig
01-02-2025, 09:15 PM
Thought he had a good game today. Maybe not as noticeable as a lot of the good work was off the ball, but well done, Josh.
Potentially the best in the air in the league? Where has that come from?!
He has some great flick-ons in the second half today.
Glory Lurker
01-02-2025, 09:17 PM
He was a man possessed. Like JohnM I was taken by how much he won in the air.
CentreLine
01-02-2025, 09:26 PM
Yes good game but still heard some unkind shouts at him. Some people need to get a life
JohnM1875
01-02-2025, 10:11 PM
Yes good game but still heard some unkind shouts at him. Some people need to get a life
Aye same. It's like some folk have formed an opinion on a player and are reluctant to move from that regardless of how often the player proves them wrong. Weird behaviour from an adult.
Listen, I'll come on here and say I think X player played poorly after a game, it's kind of the point of a football forum. But I'll absolutely praise the same player if the they play well the next game.
hibsbollah
01-02-2025, 10:15 PM
Really important block early second half from one of their few shots. He was decent throughout. Keeps his place.
HIBS NUTS
01-02-2025, 10:18 PM
Agree another good game.
B.H.F.C
01-02-2025, 10:20 PM
Where has the ability to win every header come from? When I say every header, I mean every single header.
Thought he did a lot of good work off the ball today but still makes a lot of mistakes with it.
random sub
01-02-2025, 10:37 PM
Campbell’s been great of late and he works well alongside Triantis. He also keeps going for the 90. Hard to justify shifting him for Menneh or Newell
Shrekko
01-02-2025, 10:46 PM
Campbell’s been great of late and he works well alongside Triantis. He also keeps going for the 90. Hard to justify shifting him for Menneh or Newell
I don’t think he’s in direct competition with those 2 for places.Probably Hoillet and Molotnikov are his competition for the attacking midfielder role.
He’s doing some good things at the moment and is absolutely outstanding in the air. His aim has to be to improve on the ball though - still seems to panic a bit at times. Credit to him though - he’s come back well after a poor start to the season and has played his part in the revival.
500miles
01-02-2025, 11:10 PM
Campbell’s been great of late and he works well alongside Triantis. He also keeps going for the 90. Hard to justify shifting him for Menneh or Newell
It would be Levitt who drops out.
If Mennah is a bit more creative, Campbell might be sidelined for games we dominate possession.
JohnM1875
01-02-2025, 11:15 PM
It would be Levitt who drops out.
If Mennah is a bit more creative, Campbell might be sidelined for games we dominate possession.
Levitt is only in cause Newell is out injured. But when he's back I honestly don't know who drops out. Other than Triantis obviously, first name on the team sheet. But also playing much better with Newell out the team. Campbell also offers you something Newell doesn't in that he's everywhere for 90 minutes.
Think there's potentially an argument (if Manneh is as good as his YouTube clips make him out to be) for the three to be Triantis, Manneh and Campbell.
Hibee Mac
01-02-2025, 11:17 PM
His work rate is incredible, no wonder SDG is very keen to have him in the side. I know his passing on the ball leaves a bit to be desired at times, but his teammates must love having a guy like him in the side.
I remember at one stage maybe during the Maloney years, I was firmly of the opinion we had to replace Josh. Now though I couldn't be further from that opinion, even if we sign better quality over the coming windows I think there is always a place for Josh. Keep it up!
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neil7908
01-02-2025, 11:20 PM
I'll admit I have been quite critical of him in the past, and I still think his passing needs to improve if he/we want kick on.
But he's been great recently.
Cat Stanton
01-02-2025, 11:25 PM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
Baader
01-02-2025, 11:43 PM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
For a midfielder he scores quite a few goals though.
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
Was that before or after his assist for the 1st goal?
Unseen work
01-02-2025, 11:55 PM
He has his strengths and weaknesses
He frustrates me at times
But I just love him and think he’s so underrated at times
Need guys like him
Donegal Hibby
02-02-2025, 12:08 AM
What Josh Campbell is , is a really good club man who will give 100% for the team and like us all a Hibs fan too . I really don’t get why he gets a hard time from some fans .
theonlywayisup
02-02-2025, 06:52 AM
What Josh Campbell is , is a really good club man who will give 100% for the team and like us all a Hibs fan too . I really don’t get why he gets a hard time from some fans .
I agree :agree:.
I've also thought highly of Josh Campbell. Yes, he's had some poor games or poor parts of games, but then virtually all players do. I think he's a type of player that managers love, someone who is reliable to give 100% and never gives up. He is a key player in our revival ever since he's played more in the No.10 role.
That said, I'd like to see some quality competition for Josh in the No.10. Our alternatives for that role have been nowhere near as effective over a sustained period of games.
Alfred E Newman
02-02-2025, 08:41 AM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
Whoever it was it wasn’t Campbell.
04Sauzee
02-02-2025, 08:44 AM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
And who was it?
BoomtownHibees
02-02-2025, 09:23 AM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
It’s ok to be critical at times however “lumping long balls” isn’t something you can criticise JC for imo.
I’m not sure how someone playing as advanced as him could actually play long balls
flash
02-02-2025, 09:36 AM
For a midfielder he's not very good at passing the ball. I agree he runs about, and up, a lot, but he leaves a lot to be desired. I had a Dundee friend with me today, and one of his early questions was who was the guy who kept lumping long balls and giving it away.
Was it Nicky Devlin?
Allant1981
02-02-2025, 09:41 AM
It’s ok to be critical at times however “lumping long balls” isn’t something you can criticise JC for imo.
I’m not sure how someone playing as advanced as him could actually play long balls
It never happened yesterday so not sure what game they were watching, gave it away a couple of times but all players do
Broken Gnome
02-02-2025, 09:50 AM
He's been really effective of late without having great games to be fair. He's not in a role where he's typically needing to be a 'great' passer, but if he could tighten up on some of his link up play - one move where it broke down between him and Gayle second half - you wouldn't be desperate for a replacement.
Another remarkable change from October/November to now, really.
Cat Stanton
02-02-2025, 10:29 AM
Was it Nicky Devlin?
No it turns out it was Josh Campbell. I guess my friend could see better without green/Josh tinted spectacles.
A Hi-Bee
02-02-2025, 12:22 PM
He is a grand Hibs player and we is lucky to still have him.
Donegal Hibby
02-02-2025, 02:20 PM
No it turns out it was Josh Campbell. I guess my friend could see better without green/Josh tinted spectacles.
I was thinking on the result at Dens park when you mentioned your friend was from Dundee .. it’s possible if they had a couple of Josh Campbells in their team they wouldn’t have lost 6 to that lot .
hibee1875
02-02-2025, 02:21 PM
And who was it?
Triantis played a few World Cup passes that never came off
I was thinking on the result at Dens park when you mentioned your friend was from Dundee .. it’s possible if they had a couple of Josh Campbells in their team they wouldn’t have lost 6 to that lot .
And maybe it would help if their "fans" were at Dens instead of Easter Road. 😀
Alfred E Newman
02-02-2025, 02:36 PM
No it turns out it was Josh Campbell. I guess my friend could see better without green/Josh tinted spectacles.
I think your friend certainly needs some kind of spectacles.
cannastar
02-02-2025, 02:42 PM
Great attitude great team player great Hibby. I would take all eleven players to wear the hibs shirt with the commitment of Josh anyday over some who only come for the paycheck or shop window which we have had plenty of in the past Docherty of wolves comes to mind though to be fair to him he has carved out a successful career with wolves but we have had many many more who thought they were bigger than our club Ryan mcgivern springs to mind as im typing. Give me Josh Campbell every day of the week. If you are reading this Josh keep your head down keep looking to improve your all round game as i for one are delighted to see you in a hibs shirt week after week.
CapitalGreen
02-02-2025, 02:43 PM
I think your friend certainly needs some kind of spectacles.
He does regularly turnover possession quite cheaply, I don’t think that’s a particularly shocking observation to make.
Tambo
02-02-2025, 03:34 PM
No it turns out it was Josh Campbell. I guess my friend could see better without green/Josh tinted spectacles.
I posted at half time that he hadn't been involved as I had redtv with no replay and they said it was Campbell second half.
With Levitt and Triantis deeper would expect Josh to try get on the ball more in the advanced areas.
I think we all understand his ability and role for the team.
500miles
22-02-2025, 12:25 PM
Booooooooo
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Vault Boy
22-02-2025, 12:27 PM
Josh Campbell is simply too good enough. We’ll never regress as a team with players like Campbell still getting a game. If we’ve got any unambitions, we’ll be looking to offload ASAP.
GreenCastle
22-02-2025, 12:32 PM
His heading has improved so much.
4 goals so far this season. Newell maybe better on the ball but Campbell scores more often every season.
Campbell 16 goals for Hibs
Newell 6 goals for Hibs
danhibees1875
22-02-2025, 12:49 PM
Josh Campbell is simply too good enough. We’ll never regress as a team with players like Campbell still getting a game. If we’ve got any unambitions, we’ll be looking to offload ASAP.
I don't like this.
sleeping giant
22-02-2025, 01:42 PM
Never a football player eh ?
🤣
oconnors_strip
22-02-2025, 01:43 PM
One Josh Campbell 💚
Northernhibee
22-02-2025, 01:54 PM
Exactly the sort of player you need for games like today. Did not stop for one second and lead by example.
Brilliant stuff, Josh.
Paulie Walnuts
22-02-2025, 01:56 PM
His heading has improved so much.
4 goals so far this season. Newell maybe better on the ball but Campbell scores more often every season.
Campbell 16 goals for Hibs
Newell 6 goals for Hibs
God knows what’s happened with his heading. He’s turned into prime Ronaldo in the air when it wasn’t something you’d have felt worth mentioning either way previously.
The Spaceman
22-02-2025, 02:05 PM
You can’t deny he’s popped up with a number of really big goals for us over the years. Did brilliant today for his two. Fought all game. Well done Josh.
Hibees1973
22-02-2025, 02:06 PM
God knows what’s happened with his heading. He’s turned into prime Ronaldo in the air when it wasn’t something you’d have felt worth mentioning either way previously.
Gray has improved him and a good few others as well.
Pretty Boy
22-02-2025, 02:07 PM
There were times that criticism of Campbell was justified. Spells out the team suggest it wasn't just the fans who were unsatisfied with his performance levels.
You simply can't argue with what he is doing now though. He's been a fixture in the side throughout this run and no team goes on a run like this carrying passengers.
It may well be we can sign better in time but that is hypothetical. Right now he is 100% deserving of the praise coming his way.
SHODAN
22-02-2025, 02:07 PM
Remember when this guy was bad?
Tf happened?
Up-the-slope
22-02-2025, 02:14 PM
Players playing in positions that suits their abilities who would have thought that would work :wink:- still amazed that 4 previous managers failed to get that basic thing right. JC is one benefitting from a position where his knack of arriving in the box at right time and his ridiculous energy levels are working for him and therefore the team.
Most improved player at ER, Gray mentioned Josh could be a big player for us and it's proving to be that, he's not a typical no.10 and he's not really good enough to be a ball playing midfielder but his energy, enthusiasm and powerful running are his big positives, long may it continue.
easty
22-02-2025, 02:17 PM
There were times that criticism of Campbell was justified. Spells out the team suggest it wasn't just the fans who were unsatisfied with his performance levels.
You simply can't argue with what he is doing now though. He's been a fixture in the side throughout this run and no team goes on a run like this carrying passengers.
It may well be we can sign better in time but that is hypothetical. Right now he is 100% deserving of the praise coming his way.
:agree:
Same with Rocky, same with the Gray is out of his depth thread. Right now, they're completely irrelevant and nobody is arguing with that.
Hibs are flying just now and it's ****ing great :flag:
Itsnoteasy
22-02-2025, 02:23 PM
Have Josh in the team over Levitt any day of the week. Had his critics but puts in a power of work. Deserved motm today.
Most improved player at ER, Gray mentioned Josh could be a big player for us and it's proving to be that, he's not a typical no.10 and he's not really good enough to be a ball playing midfielder but his energy, enthusiasm and powerful running are his big positives, long may it continue.
Was speaking to a youth player who says Josh comes back from pre season and smashes all the fitness tests. Boy is an athlete
cubehindthegoal
22-02-2025, 02:25 PM
Josh Campbell is simply too good enough. We’ll never regress as a team with players like Campbell still getting a game. If we’ve got any unambitions, we’ll be looking to offload ASAP.
I did get sucked into thinking myself tbh when offers were talked about, that maybe it’s best for both parties to take a decent offer … happy to hold my hands up that thinking was wrong … he has a Hibee heart, and has been showing for a wee while now that he knows his strengths and is using them now. Hats off to the lad.
Donegal Hibby
22-02-2025, 02:25 PM
MotM for me today . Two excellent goals and as always put in an unbelievable shift for the team .
Really good player to have at our club ….
There’s only one Josh Campbell :not worth
He's here!
22-02-2025, 02:41 PM
MotM for me today . Two excellent goals and as always put in an unbelievable shift for the team .
Really good player to have at our club ….
There’s only one Josh Campbell :not worth
Great display. Hats off to him.
B.H.F.C
22-02-2025, 02:53 PM
That type of game just suits him perfectly. Plenty running, get on the end of things. His problem is when we have him playing in one of our main creative positions against teams who just sit in.
Brilliant today as they all were.
Ribs1875
22-02-2025, 02:54 PM
Campbell is a pet hate of mines at times. He reminds me of Boozy, loves big games and goes missing sometimes in smaller games. That said, today was a big game and he done us proud.
Jim44
22-02-2025, 02:59 PM
It’s not going unnoticed on FF where some Hun is saying they should go after him.
cubehindthegoal
22-02-2025, 03:06 PM
Bowie will be next up with a few clubs. It’s so obvious how good he could become. If we do better and have players improving though, it’ll happen. It’s a positive really, and if and when we have to sell, the more talk there’s been, the better. Wouldn’t worry, let’s enjoy what we have, and hopefully the club find more players capable of getting better, as if they do, so do we as a team on the park.
jeffers
22-02-2025, 03:08 PM
That type of game just suits him perfectly. Plenty running, get on the end of things. His problem is when we have him playing in one of our main creative positions against teams who just sit in.
Brilliant today as they all were.
Fair summation imo.
A Hi-Bee
22-02-2025, 04:10 PM
Another good Hibs man who runs all day and gets us goals what is not to like. He could have had 4 or 5 goals in that first half. (unless.......)
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hibee_girl
22-02-2025, 05:31 PM
He was outstanding today.
Iain G
22-02-2025, 05:33 PM
Bowie will be next up with a few clubs. It’s so obvious how good he could become. If we do better and have players improving though, it’ll happen. It’s a positive really, and if and when we have to sell, the more talk there’s been, the better. Wouldn’t worry, let’s enjoy what we have, and hopefully the club find more players capable of getting better, as if they do, so do we as a team on the park.
Bowie is our biggest sale ever if he develops as expected.
Iain G
22-02-2025, 05:44 PM
Great display. Hats off to him.
It's cold, can I leave my hat on?
DinkyTwo
22-02-2025, 06:09 PM
Hearts, Aberdeen, Rangers, Celtic - these are the games I'd always have Josh Campbell starting.
Its no fluke, he's most effective when we're actively pressing and trying to prevent a dangerous opponent from getting on the ball.
His late runs into the box and clinical finishing in those situations are what we remember, but his energy and fitness play a huge part in our success.
Fantastic today, a Hibee through and through. Man of the match.
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HoboHarry
22-02-2025, 06:11 PM
It's cold, can I leave my hat on?
Yes you can, we've all gone Full Monty today....
JohnM1875
22-02-2025, 06:13 PM
Hearts, Aberdeen, Rangers, Celtic - these are the games I'd always have Josh Campbell starting.
Its no fluke, he's most effective when we're actively pressing and trying to prevent a dangerous opponent from getting on the ball.
His late runs into the box and clinical finishing in those situations are what we remember, but his energy and fitness play a huge part in our success.
Fantastic today, a Hibee through and through. Man of the match.
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Yup, absolutely not a fluke and he was without a doubt MotM today. Was up for it from second one and ****ing LOVES it.
I've given him so much stick over the past year or so, hope he enjoys tonight and keeps it up the rest of the season.
jacomo
22-02-2025, 06:18 PM
He's been really effective of late without having great games to be fair. He's not in a role where he's typically needing to be a 'great' passer, but if he could tighten up on some of his link up play - one move where it broke down between him and Gayle second half - you wouldn't be desperate for a replacement.
Another remarkable change from October/November to now, really.
He seems to be in the best form of his career and SDG needs to get some credit for that. Stuck with him when plenty of us (me included) had written him off.
Shrekko
22-02-2025, 06:42 PM
Showed all the unique qualities he has today - fantastic!
Craig_HFC
22-02-2025, 06:52 PM
His ability in the air is absolutely unbelievable for someone of his height, he reminds me of Tim Cahill in that regard.
Is It On....
22-02-2025, 06:58 PM
His ability in the air is absolutely unbelievable for someone of his height, he reminds me of Tim Cahill in that regard.
And what a player he was 🙂
Since452
22-02-2025, 07:00 PM
He's a big game player. Always has been. If he wasn't one of our own we couldn't afford him.
500miles
22-02-2025, 07:17 PM
That type of game just suits him perfectly. Plenty running, get on the end of things. His problem is when we have him playing in one of our main creative positions against teams who just sit in.
Brilliant today as they all were.
That's exactly it. He doesn't have to play every week to be a key player. Plenty of big games in this league.
Johnny_Leith
22-02-2025, 07:52 PM
I’ll have some of that humble pie that’s going around. Glad to see him contribute so well recently, hopefully he can keep it up.
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Stevie Reid
23-02-2025, 06:30 PM
His heading has improved so much.
4 goals so far this season. Newell maybe better on the ball but Campbell scores more often every season.
Campbell 16 goals for Hibs
Newell 6 goals for Hibs
Campbell has 19 in 94 starts.
Frogga
24-02-2025, 10:05 AM
Josh Campbell's head is responsible for some of our best moments this season.
His header which led to Bushiri's equaliser v Aberdeen is one of the best (and most determined) leaps you'll see and helped change our season.
Unseen work
24-02-2025, 11:09 AM
Not seen it and it probably has been mentioned
But his tackle here is absolutely outstanding, considering he was up the other end of the pitch too
https://x.com/paddy1875_/status/1893632682950635542?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw
Never realised how much O’Hora looks burst/gave up on it at the time either 🤣
theonlywayisup
24-02-2025, 12:03 PM
I'm delighted that Josh Campbell is at Hibernian FC. I've always thought that much of the negativity was too much, often by posters who do focus on the negative moments. Yes, we know he's had poor games and poor moments in games, but almost all players do. However, I always tend to focus on the positives and Josh Campbell has many. We need more creative players in the games against the stubborn to break down teams (e.g. St Johnstone, Ross County etc). However, in games like Saturday and the Derby he's perfect for our set-up at the moment.
Neil McCann is obviously a big fan, as he's always praising him. I'm sure there must be teams down south looking at him as a relatively cheap punt.
Pagan Hibernia
24-02-2025, 01:39 PM
Campbell has 19 in 94 starts.
That's a decent return
LaMotta
24-02-2025, 01:49 PM
I bought him a shot in Elios on Boxing day and told him he was amazing. It's no coincedence he is going from strength to strength.
Springbank
24-02-2025, 01:58 PM
I bought him a shot in Elios on Boxing day and told him he was amazing. It's no coincedence he is going from strength to strength.
Love it. Reminds me a little bit of Spike Milligan's Autobiography title.
jacomo
24-02-2025, 02:03 PM
I bought him a shot in Elios on Boxing day and told him he was amazing. It's no coincedence he is going from strength to strength.
Thank you for your service.
LaMotta
24-02-2025, 10:46 PM
Love it. Reminds me a little bit of Spike Milligan's Autobiography title.
Thank you for your service.
Tequila Rose incase anyone wonders what he chose.:greengrin
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