In a recent statement, former Rangers striker Kris Boyd compared Celtic hero Matt O’Riley to Todd Cantwell, suggesting that Cantwell could have achieved more in Scotland if he had shown a better attitude.
However, despite initial excitement for Cantwell and his social media declarations, it has been revealed that he will be leaving Rangers after requesting a transfer. While training with the B team as he waits to exit, it seems Cantwell’s time in Scotland will be short-lived, contradicting his previous claims of having a stronger hunger for trophies than Callum McGregor.
Boyd, known for his pro-Rangers stance, criticized Cantwell in his column by drawing a parallel to Celtic’s O’Riley. He agreed with Chris Sutton’s doubts about Cantwell’s mentality, as Cantwell’s actions have proven Sutton right.
Boyd praised O’Riley’s dedication and perseverance, contrasting Cantwell’s lack of the same qualities. While O’Riley worked diligently even when not playing regularly under Ange Postecoglou, Cantwell failed to follow suit, leading to missed opportunities and a stalled career.
The discrepancy in mentality between Celtic and Rangers was noted by Boyd, with Celtic’s winning mindset being credited for their success compared to the struggles faced by players like Cantwell at Rangers.
In the end, Cantwell’s story serves as a cautionary example of how attitude can impact a player’s career, while O’Riley’s professionalism and dedication have propelled him toward success.
