Yobocop 1,105 Posted July 12, 2023 "Dead or alive, you're coming with me!" Greetings, passionate Norwich City fans! It's time for a new segment that will challenge your knowledge and ignite lively discussions. Welcome to Yobocop's Big Question of the week! This week's question is an intriguing one: Who is the most obscure Norwich City player of all time? We're diving deep into the archives to uncover those lesser-known heroes who donned the yellow and green. But first, let's define what we mean by "obscure." Obscure, in this context, refers to players who may not have achieved widespread fame or left a lasting impact on the club's history. These are the players who slipped under the radar, yet their contributions shouldn't be forgotten. Think of those hidden gems who made fleeting appearances or had short-lived careers at Carrow Road. As we ponder this question, a few names come to mind: players like the enigmatic midfielder who dazzled in a single season, or the striker who scored a memorable goal but vanished shortly after. These are the unsung heroes who deserve their moment in the spotlight. But wait, there's more! Yobocop's Big Question will become a regular feature, exploring various topics related to our beloved club. As the inevitable march towards 40 continues for me, and sleep becomes a precious commodity, I'll be here to provide entertaining discussions for all Norwich City fans. And to conclude, let's remember the iconic words of Robocop: "I'd buy that for a dollar!" Stay tuned for the answers to our big question, and may your passion for Norwich City never waver. Yours in yellow and green, Yobocop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Raptor 1,232 Posted July 12, 2023 Gaetano Giallanza. Played a few games and looked great. Then got injured for the rest of his time here. Then he was Timm kloses agent and sorted out his move here. Obscure enough? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 4,079 Posted July 12, 2023 Trevor Hockey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Shuck 188 Posted July 12, 2023 David Fairclough. Supersub at Liverpool, scoring in European competition and pretty much a footballing household name for being a weapon on the bench. Not with us. See also Gary Rowell and David Hodgson-who got a hat trick for us in one of his few games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,800 Posted July 12, 2023 Recently looking through a Panini '83 sticker album and happened upon this player in the Norwich team. Been going to carrow road for 42 yrs and thought I could recall every player in that time but have absolutely no recollection of him. Apparantly played 4 times for us in 82/83 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
How I Wrote Elastic Man 1,192 Posted July 12, 2023 John O'Neill Probably the only player of that era (mid to late 80's) that I never got to see play Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norfolkngood 1,087 Posted July 12, 2023 Henrik Mortensen so excited we had signed a young foreign player and was impressive at Denmark international youth levels Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danke bitte 967 Posted July 12, 2023 (edited) Of recent years I’ll go with the lesser spotted Ignasi Miquel Edited July 12, 2023 by Danke bitte Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canario 207 Posted July 12, 2023 Is the answer Joseph Yobo? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Channon’s Windmill 332 Posted July 12, 2023 Viva Marc Libbra and that 19 second debut goal v Man City. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lessingham Canary 99 Posted July 12, 2023 I will second Marc Libbra, perfect hat trick v Fakenham Town then that goal v Citeh ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
How I Wrote Elastic Man 1,192 Posted July 12, 2023 Joe Corrigan another option Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Holt 522 Posted July 12, 2023 Gaetano Giallanza Leroy Lita Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ulfotto 644 Posted July 12, 2023 Javi Garrido is a player who I completely forgot played for us and a glance at Wikipedia shows he made 47 appearances for us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,675 Posted July 12, 2023 So many from the Roeder/Gunn era. Elliott Omozuzi Alan Gow Mo Camera Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Serinus Canaria Domestica 45 Posted July 12, 2023 Phil Lythgoe. John Bond said he was a Rolls Royce of a player minus the odd vital part. Went from on England B stand by to playing in local amateur football in the blink of an eye. Terrible waste. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,277 Posted July 12, 2023 Who's that bloke Alex Neil signed for about a million and we saw little of? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,467 Posted July 12, 2023 3 minutes ago, Capt. Pants said: Who's that bloke Alex Neil signed for about a million and we saw little of? Andreu 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mason 47 1,399 Posted July 12, 2023 Rob Edwards is always a good one for these sorts of things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,277 Posted July 12, 2023 5 minutes ago, FenwayFrank said: Andreu That's him. Tony Andreu - 6 appearances. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KiwiScot 1,460 Posted July 12, 2023 I win. Trialist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheGunnShow 5,996 Posted July 12, 2023 (edited) Think we all forgot Thomas Helveg pretty quickly. Although his compatriot Jens Berthel Askou still has the honour of actually honking one clearance onto the South Stand roof. Edited July 12, 2023 by TheGunnShow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Shuck 188 Posted July 12, 2023 29 minutes ago, Serinus Canaria Domestica said: Phil Lythgoe. John Bond said he was a Rolls Royce of a player minus the odd vital part. Went from on England B stand by to playing in local amateur football in the blink of an eye. Terrible waste. Doesn't he work for the club now in player liaison, he's invariably in the " X's first day' videos somewhere in the background, that or the chap who picks them up from the airport/hotel and drops them off at Colney. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raunds canary 218 Posted July 12, 2023 2 hours ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: Recently looking through a Panini '83 sticker album and happened upon this player in the Norwich team. Been going to carrow road for 42 yrs and thought I could recall every player in that time but have absolutely no recollection of him. Apparantly played 4 times for us in 82/83 Remember him making his debut in a draw at arsenal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raunds canary 218 Posted July 12, 2023 Wynton Rufer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,743 Posted July 12, 2023 18 minutes ago, Old Shuck said: Doesn't he work for the club now in player liaison, he's invariably in the " X's first day' videos somewhere in the background, that or the chap who picks them up from the airport/hotel and drops them off at Colney. Yes, great bloke too 🙂 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yobocop 1,105 Posted July 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Canario said: Is the answer Joseph Yobo? There’s no right or wrong answer but that is a good shout…stay out of trouble 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,856 Posted July 12, 2023 If we're talking about obscure or forgotten players who actually made a contribution, then I'm going for Fraser Forster. He played here for one season on loan in 2009/10, the League One promotion season, and was runner-up behind Grant Holt in the fans' Player of the Season and actually won the players' vote. Yet when we think of players from that era, nobody ever seems to mention him. Also, 13 years on, he's still playing Premier League football but when he appears, I never seem to think, 'oh, he used to play for Norwich', in the same way as other former loanees, which feels weird. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yobocop 1,105 Posted July 12, 2023 Paul Dalglish for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
