| Calum Ward 10:24 - Jul 9 with 8778 views | Gloucs_R |
If it is indeed true that he is our new keeper, here are some stats (from Google)
What Makes Him Good?
Elite Shot-Stopping: According to advanced metrics, he prevented nearly 8 goals over the course of the season that analytically "should" have gone in, thanks to excellent reflexes and short-range saving abilities.
Bold, Aggressive Style: Askou's tactical setup requires Ward to play high up the pitch as a sweeper-keeper and actively claim crosses. While it initially gave Motherwell fans anxiety, his aggressive aerial command (ranking in the 87th percentile for high claims) became a massive asset.
Distribution: He is highly trusted in possession, completing 82.9% of his passes and serving as an integral starting point for the team’s build-up play. Ward went from a backup signing on a free transfer to arguably the Goalie of the Year in Scotland, earning links to massive clubs like Celtic and securing a contract extension through 2027. He is very much the real deal.
Couldnt find many highlight reels other than this....
6'2, so not a massive keeper. Started as 3rd choice for Well and before that was playing in Finland. |  |
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| Calum Ward on 12:31 - Jul 9 with 6520 views | Gloucs_R |
800k apparently..... | |
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| Calum Ward on 12:35 - Jul 9 with 6477 views | Logman |
If Angus Gunn got into the Scotland World Cup squad ahead of him then the omens are not good |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 12:37 - Jul 9 with 6448 views | HammersmithR |
| Calum Ward on 12:35 - Jul 9 by Logman |
If Angus Gunn got into the Scotland World Cup squad ahead of him then the omens are not good |
He’s English so can’t play for Scotland. He’s from Essex! | | | |
| Calum Ward on 12:41 - Jul 9 with 6386 views | bosh67 |
Can he catch a football?
£650,000 apparently. So about right for what we can afford I guess. [Post edited 9 Jul 12:42]
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| Calum Ward on 12:58 - Jul 9 with 6220 views | Doudou87 |
650k on a backup keeper look forward to seeing who's taking number one spot, got a feeling its a loan for Pierce Charles! | |
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| Calum Ward on 13:07 - Jul 9 with 6128 views | Wilkinswatercarrier |
| Calum Ward on 12:58 - Jul 9 by Doudou87 |
650k on a backup keeper look forward to seeing who's taking number one spot, got a feeling its a loan for Pierce Charles! |
Imagine it will be Charles as No 1, with Ward as backup. Charles has Championship experience, but it's a big jump up for Ward. | |
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| Calum Ward on 13:11 - Jul 9 with 6082 views | Superhoops2808 |
| Calum Ward on 12:37 - Jul 9 by HammersmithR |
He’s English so can’t play for Scotland. He’s from Essex! |
Minor technicality, don't let that get in the way of some negativity  |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 13:24 - Jul 9 with 6004 views | Gloucs_R |
| Calum Ward on 13:07 - Jul 9 by Wilkinswatercarrier |
Imagine it will be Charles as No 1, with Ward as backup. Charles has Championship experience, but it's a big jump up for Ward. |
Charles is only 20, with 15 odd games more than Walsh under his belt, It would seem an odd first choice. | |
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| Calum Ward on 13:36 - Jul 9 with 5921 views | dmm |
| Calum Ward on 13:24 - Jul 9 by Gloucs_R |
Charles is only 20, with 15 odd games more than Walsh under his belt, It would seem an odd first choice. |
There are pros and cons for each keeper to be the no 1. Perhaps it's set up to be competitive and keep them on their toes. The in-form man gets the jersey. |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 13:41 - Jul 9 with 5888 views | QPRSam |
| Calum Ward on 13:24 - Jul 9 by Gloucs_R |
Charles is only 20, with 15 odd games more than Walsh under his belt, It would seem an odd first choice. |
Would be remiss to not mention his international career also. 1st choice recently playing in games vs France and Italy. That's got to mean something when it comes to experience, even at that age | | | |
| Calum Ward on 13:44 - Jul 9 with 5840 views | slmrstid |
For the betting person, Motherwell could be a good outside bet for relegation in the SPL next year, that squad of theirs that punched above its weight last year is really getting broken up, particularly with the manager gone too. |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 13:46 - Jul 9 with 5786 views | Gloucs_R |
| Calum Ward on 13:41 - Jul 9 by QPRSam |
Would be remiss to not mention his international career also. 1st choice recently playing in games vs France and Italy. That's got to mean something when it comes to experience, even at that age |
Playing in goal for N Ireland is a bit like being picked to play Rugby for India...... 
Only joking before any Irons get upset.  | |
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| Calum Ward on 13:50 - Jul 9 with 5741 views | Wilkinswatercarrier |
| Calum Ward on 13:24 - Jul 9 by Gloucs_R |
Charles is only 20, with 15 odd games more than Walsh under his belt, It would seem an odd first choice. |
Man City wouldn't loan a GK out to sit on the bench, and it'll be in our financial interest to play him no doubt. | |
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| Calum Ward on 15:01 - Jul 9 with 5443 views | Boston |
| Calum Ward on 13:46 - Jul 9 by Gloucs_R |
Playing in goal for N Ireland is a bit like being picked to play Rugby for India......
Only joking before any Irons get upset. |
Don't worry, it's not an obvious gay slur. | |
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| Calum Ward on 15:28 - Jul 9 with 5274 views | Sonic_Hoop |
I thought this thread was going to be about another by-election. Hope he gets treated properly and makes us a fortune. |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 15:39 - Jul 9 with 5201 views | Metallica_Hoop |
HE looks alright in the video. |  |
| Beer and Beef has made us what we are - The Prince Regent |
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| Calum Ward on 15:48 - Jul 9 with 5118 views | stowmarketrange |
He played in the 1st team for Motherwell last season.The bad news is that he let even Rangers score twice against him in one game. |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 15:55 - Jul 9 with 5069 views | queensparker |
Clive is going to go wild for that Legoman hair. Pure Nakhi Wells vibes |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 16:01 - Jul 9 with 5001 views | BazzaInTheLoft |
| Calum Ward on 12:37 - Jul 9 by HammersmithR |
He’s English so can’t play for Scotland. He’s from Essex! |
Angus Gunn is from Norwich to be fair. |  | | |
| Calum Ward on 16:31 - Jul 9 with 4738 views | JezHoops |
| Calum Ward on 13:07 - Jul 9 by Wilkinswatercarrier |
Imagine it will be Charles as No 1, with Ward as backup. Charles has Championship experience, but it's a big jump up for Ward. |
Given their ages and heights and comparing Motherwell to the Owls, I would start Ward ahead of Charles . Although I doubt we would get Charles on loan just as back-up so I think we are covered with Ward and one of our own keepers as back-up. | | | |
| Calum Ward on 16:31 - Jul 9 with 4737 views | dmm |
| Calum Ward on 16:01 - Jul 9 by BazzaInTheLoft |
Angus Gunn is from Norwich to be fair. |
Is it ever fair to come from Norwich? | | | |
| Calum Ward on 16:35 - Jul 9 with 4690 views | LowerloftLad |
Just looked him up he made the 2026 SPL Team of the year.
Welcome ward. |  |
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| Calum Ward on 16:36 - Jul 9 with 4688 views | Gloucs_R |
| Calum Ward on 15:01 - Jul 9 by Boston |
Don't worry, it's not an obvious gay slur. |
Really really lost me with that one! | |
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| Calum Ward on 17:24 - Jul 9 with 4388 views | BklynRanger |
| Calum Ward on 13:46 - Jul 9 by Gloucs_R |
Playing in goal for N Ireland is a bit like being picked to play Rugby for India......
Only joking before any Irons get upset. |
Why you little.....
Pat Jennings would have you in a headlock if he was 10 years younger
Seriously though, Charles is part of a promising crop of young 'uns. |  | | |
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