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MATCHDAY LIVE: Swindon Town v Shrewsbury Town
10:00am Saturday 19th January 2013 in STFC News
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- REPORTING BY SAM MORSHEAD & ANDY WARREN
- FULL-TIME: Swindon Town 2 (Martin 50, Williams 53) Shrewsbury 0
- Martin and Williams win it for Town
- Foderingham saves a late penalty
- Game only on thanks to work of 200 volunteers, who cleared 30 tonnes of snow from County Ground pitch overnight
5:53pm
That's that from us at theCoutny Ground. Another good day then for Swindon, who move to third place in the League One table with the most comfortable of 2-0 victories over Shrewsbury.
Chris Martin netted from the penalty spot and Andy Williams struck the second, before Wes Foderingham saved Matt Richards' spot-kick to ensure he kept his 14th clean sheet of the campaign.
Swindon have now won four in a row at home, but it's a run of four games in a row away from home in the coming weeks which could define their season.
For now, the shoveling efforts of all those volunteers last night paid dividends and any prospective new owner should be looking at this business venture a little more confidently.
Until next time, goodbye.
5:53pm
Di Canio also revealed a half-time threat saw his players vastly improve after the break.
CALLING FOR MORE: PDC
“I told them that if we lost this game that the appointment is tomorrow morning is 5am at Liddington and that was enough," he said.
“We would start to run, and they had to win as they had in the past and go out and give their best.
“We were on top and we should stay 2-0 up, but we missed nasty behaviour in front of goal and we stayed 0-0.
“We saw straight away after two minutes we had a different team.
“We were given the chance to play on a beautiful surface, and we have to thank Marcus the groundsman because before it was covered it was rolled flat."
5:52pm
The Italian was also pleased to be able to reward the loyal fans who helped clear the pitch last night.
THE TOWN FANS AND PDC (circled) HELP CLEAR THE PITCH
“When we decided to order pizza we had 60 people and then over two hundred, and it was gone in a minute," he said.
“It was emotional to see kids with their dads around to help, and what they have done I am thankful.
“It was incredible because the common feeling was because they wanted to come and watch the game, and the best they can have is see their team win and wanted to send back a message to them to say thanks.
“The fact we won is a present to them.”
5:47pm
Manager Paolo Di Canio has reflected on a strange week in his post match press conference, in which they struggled to train outside due to the weather.
PAOLO DI CANIO
“It was a strange week and I am very pleased the player gave their best because it wasn’t easy.
“We trained indoor all week and on Friday morning we had a stretch session and some quick feet because we couldn’t get to Cirencester.
“It was crucial to focus the attentions, and maybe it is normal for other teams not to train on Friday in bad weather.
“The first half was very bad, but we have better players, shape and system.
“I told them the game would go on, and we won and I want to thank my players and all the volunteers last night who made an amazing job and the staff here.
“What they did last night is the most important thing.”
5:09pm
LEAGUE ONE FULL TIMES
Brentford 1 Tranmere 2
Coventry 2 Oldham 1
Doncaster 2 Leyton Orient 0
Notts County 1 Sheff Utd 1
Swindon 2 Shrewsbury 0
Walsall 3 Bournemouth 1
5:07pm
5:06pm
Today's win puts Town up to third in the League One table, seven behind both Doncaster and Tranmere but with games in hand.
4:55pm
FULL-TIME: Swindon Town 2 (Martin 50, Williams 53) Shrewsbury 0
4:54pm
90+4 minutes: Darren Jones and Weale get in a muddle, and although Collins profits he can only poke wide.
4:53pm
90+1 minutes: Roberts fires wide with a bit of a toe-poke. Four minutes added on.
4:49pm
86 minutes: Roberts’ long range effort flies wide, and from the corner which follows Ward heads into the floor and onto the post.
4:47pm
SUBSTITUTION: McEveley on for McCormack.
4:46pm
ATTENDANCE: 7,754 (250 away fans)
4:45pm
83 minutes PENALTY SAVED: McCormack hacks through Taylor to give away as blatant a penalty as you will see, but Foderingham dives low to his right to save Richards’ kick.
4:41pm
79 minutes: Roberts charges towards the area but none of the runners show for him, but when he offloads to Williams his shot is straight at Weale.
4:40pm
78 minutes: Ritchie’s corner is right into the danger zone, but Roberts can’t get it out from under his feet to get a shot off through a crowd of bodies.
4:38pm
76 minutes: Weale has to make a great save to his left after Ritchie hits an effort into the floor.
4:37pm
SUBSTITUTION: James Collins on for Chris Martin (75)
4:34pm
72 minutes: McAllister heads over from a corner.
4:32pm
70 minutes: Ritchie tries another long-range effort, but it is deflected behind by Mambo.
4:30pm
68 minutes: Ritchie volleys wide after controlling well having seen his own corner cleared.
4:29pm
67 minutes: Ferry’s wicked ball into the box evades everyone but eventually ends up in the hands of a grateful Weale.
4:26pm
64 minutes: Ritchie thunders in a shot which is blocked by Jacobson. Great work from Williams to set it up as he cuts inside Goldson to cross.
4:24pm
SUBSTITUTION: Steve McGinn replaces Bradshaw
4:22pm
YELLOW CARD: Taylor goes into the book for a late tackle.
4:20pm
58 minutes: Jon Taylor fires an effort wide.
4:17pm
YELLOW CARD: Ritchie is booked after clearly grabbing Bradshaw’s shirt as he tries to break.
4:15pm
53 minutes GOAL 2-0 TOWN (Williams): Ritchie whips in a deep cross which Roberts superbly cushions back, allowing Williams to head past Weale.
4:11pm
50 minutes GOAL 1-0 TOWN (Martin): Williams is dragged down in the area by Connor Goldson to earn a penalty, and Martin steps up and sends the keeper the wrong way to open his account. The Town players celebrate by jumping in the snow.
4:04pm
Back underway
4:04pm
SUBSTITUTION: Jermaine Grandison replaced by Yado Mambo
4:03pm
Alan McCormack still out there at left-back
4:03pm
Shrewsbury back with us and here come Town!
3:59pm
Jay McEveley has gone through a proper warm-up before going back into the dressing room early, fancy him to get on the pitch early in the second-half.
3:53pm
LEAGUE ONE HALF-TIMES
Brentford 0 Tranmere 1
Coventry 0 Oldham 0
Doncaster 1 Leyton Orient 0
Notts County 0 Sheff Utd 1
Swindon 0 Shrewsbury 0
Walsall 2 Bournemouth 0
3:49pm
HALF-TIME: Swindon Town 0 Shrewsbury 0
3:49pm
45 minutes: Huge chance for Town as Williams looks to burst in on goal, he manages to hold off Jermaine Grandison but is forced wide before firing over. Martin was available for a square ball but Williams couldn’t see him.
SUBSTITUTION: Hollands hobbles off with what looks like to be an injured left leg, and is replaced by Tommy Miller.
3:46pm
42 minutes: Nathan Thompson is the first player to end up in the snow piled around the pitch, after chasing Ritchie’s pass.
3:42pm
38 minutes: McCormack takes a heavy touch and is bundled to the floor, but the referee gives nothing which allows McAllister to fire over.
3:38pm
34 minutes: Chris Martin almost charges down a Weale kick, but the keeper just about scrambles clear.
3:38pm
34 minutes: Tom Bradshaw has a shot blocked.
3:36pm
The visitors are starting to find their feet here
3:32pm
28 minutes: Roberts and McCormack exchange passes to free Williams, but the striker blazes the ball out for a throw after chesting the ball down well.
3:27pm
23 minutes: Ferry sees a shot blocked after being fed the ball by Hollands.
3:26pm
22 minutes: Ritchie’s cross nearly flies in at the back post, but Weale grabs it just in time.
3:25pm
21 minutes: Roberts dribbles into the area but goes down under pressure from Connor Goldson, no chance of a penalty though.
3:24pm
20 minutes: Town eventually get the ball to the feet of Chris Martin after good work from Williams and Ritchie, but the striker fires into the side netting.
3:20pm
Town on top by far, but not near their best by any means.
3:19pm
YELLOW CARD: David McAllister booked for going through Simon Ferry. (15)
3:17pm
12 minutes: Roberts wins a corner with a teasing cross, and from the corner Hollands forces the first save from Chris Weale with a header at the back post following a flick-on from Andy Williams.
3:14pm
10 minutes: Matt Ritchie plays a superb ball into the path of Simon Ferry, but the midfielder takes a touch too many and loses the chance to shoot.
3:09pm
Five minutes: Town have the first real attack of the game as Gary Roberts and Alan McCormack exchange a few passes, but the move breaks down as Danny Hollands looks to play it into the box.
3:06pm
Not much in the way of quality so far though, with the ball spending a lot of time in the air or out of play.
3:03pm
The ball is rolling really nicely on the County Ground pitch
3:01pm
We are underway
3:01pm
Town to attack an empty and white Stratton Bank in the first half
2:57pm
Here come the teams!
2:56pm
I have to say I am a little upset about the probable absence of the orange ball, which is always such a treat to see.
2:55pm
Not looking like the biggest crowd the County Ground has ever seen, which is understandable, but the club deserves every bit of praise it is getting for the job they have done to get this game on.
2:51pm
With 10 minutes to go until kick-off, here's a quick reminder of how we're allowed to cover games on the Swindon Advertiser website.
Restrictions placed on journalists by Dataco mean we are unable to provide live text commentary. All in-play updates must be subjected to a three-minute delay.
If you are after up-to-the-second updates, log onto Twitter and follow chief sports writer Sam Morshead (@SamMorshead_SA).
Updates will appear on the Adver website but will be on delay.
Stick with us after the game for all the very best reaction to this afternoon's events.
2:49pm
CHARITY BET
We have so far raised (drum roll please)......absolutely nothing for the STFC Football in the Community Trust.
Hoping for better luck today.
SAM: Swindon Town 2 Shrewsbury 0, Chris Martin first scorer - 18-1
ANDY: Swindon Town 3 Shrewsbury 0, Matt Ritchie first scorer - 35-1
2:47pm
IN THE AWAY DUGOUT – Graham Turner
There aren’t many more experienced managers in the Football League than Graham Turner.
The man from the Wirral enjoyed a notable if not spectacular playing career, making more than 200 appearances for Chester before finishing his career with more than 300 games for the Shrews.
In 1978 he became player-manager, and that year they secured the Third Division Championship. The next decade saw the Shropshire side solely in the Second Division, but Turner left after ending his playing career in 1984 to take charge of Aston Villa.
His time at Villa Park was not successful, and he left after only two years with the club heading for relegation from the First Division.
Turner then dropped into the Fourth Division with Wolves, and after missing out in the play-offs in his first season he led the West Midlanders to two successive promotions before leaving in 1994.
The next year he moved to Hereford, but suffered relegation to the Conference in 1997. The Bulls suffered major financial problems during his spell as boss, but they managed to return to the league in 2006 after beating Halifax in the Conference Play-off Final.
In 2007/08 Hereford earned promotion to the third tier for the first time in 30 years, but they were relegated in their first season.
Turner resigned as manager but stayed on at the club as chairman, but after selling his shares he returned to Shrewsbury in 2010.
After a losing in the League Two play-offs in his first season, Turner led the club to second in the league last season as they went up.....behind some team who play in red.
2:43pm
DANGERMEN - A look at the men Town will have to stop this afternoon
Marvin Morgan
The Shrewsbury striker has scored goals wherever he has been, be it in non-league football or in the professional game. Morgan is capable of popping up on either flank or through the middle, and offers a physical threat as well as being good on the ball.
Paul Parry
The winger is capable of popping up on either flank, and has impressed all the way up to Championship level. Parry can hug the touchline or come inside to attack the penalty area, and both full-backs will need to be on their toes. He may be on the bench today, but if the visitors are still in the game late on he could prove vital.
Matt Richards
The Shrewsbury captain can literally play anywhere on the field, having started his career as a left-back at Ipswich. He operated in the centre of midfield for Shrews last season, but now finds himself on the wing. Richards is good on the ball and moves from box to box, and is also good from set pieces.
2:40pm
YOUR SAY
1:06pm Sat 19 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury says
Hello armchair fans.
I got here , Swindon where are you ?
Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud.
Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ?
Proud to follow the Town.
Great effort!
2:40pm
LAST TIME OUT
AT THE DOUBLE: Alan Connell
In the corresponding fixture last season Town went top of League Two for the first time since the opening day as two goals from striker Alan Connell saw them come back from a goal down to win 2-1.
The rest was history for Town as they went on to secure the League Two title, but the scrappy win over the Shrews proved the platform for a magnificent end to the season.
Read for Adver chief sports writer Gary Rose’s report here or by clicking on the picture.
2:37pm
YOUR SAY
1:44pm Sat 19 Jan 13
stigger says
got here ok from the midlands, few dodgy places but hoping for a performance to warm me up and now thankful for the hard work done by everyone last night. COYR!!
2:36pm
The Advertiser understands that one of the parties originally involved in discussions regarding the possible purchase of Andrew Black's shares in Swindon Town has now withdrawn that interest.
There are several parties that remain interested in the club.
2:36pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Manager Paolo Di Canio has a fair amount of ammunition at his disposal if he wants to throw snowballs to motivate his players!
2:34pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Probably a good job there are no fans sitting on the Stratton Bank today though!
2:34pm
THE WEEK THAT WAS
With all the doom and gloom hanging over the club on Thursday, both chief executive Nick Watkins and manager Paolo Di Canio spoke eloquently about the positive aspects of Swindon Town.
IT'S GOOD TO TALK: NICK WATKINS
Between them they gave the message that this was a product which can be taken on and enjoyed by an investor willing to commit.
Watkins interviews can be found here, while Di Canio's remarks are here.
2:31pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
But other areas outside the ground are still covered in snow
DON ROGERS STAND
BACK OF THE STRATTON BANK
2:29pm
If Paolo & Co can get to mine later I'd appreciate it. I still have 9inches to clear. Bring your own pizza. #stfcadver http://t.co/f7C2N4I5
— @AdverSportCraig 19 January 2013
2:27pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
The County Ground car park was in a good condition this morning
2:27pm
YOUR SAY
2:17pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Stfc_BristolRed says
Just got on the train from Bristol. Can't wait to get there!! COYR!!!!
2:27pm
YOUR SAY
2:18pm Sat 19 Jan 13
vikingred says
Was kinda hoping Collins would start the game against his old club, but more than happy for him to come on 2nd half and bang in another 4....COYR
2:26pm
ON THIS DAY
Tuesday, December 19, 1988
Goals from Tim Parkin, Steve White (2) and Jimmy Quinn help the Town to a 4-0 victory over Chelsea in the Simod Cup.
January 19, 1878
Herbert Chapman was born. The man who would go on to become perhaps the greatest inter-war manager played three games for Swindon in 1899, scoring two goals.
2:26pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Once the snow had been cleared and the covers removed, groundsman Marcus Cassidy set about marking out the lines this morning.
2:23pm
THE WEEK THAT WAS
I spoke to owner Andrew Black on Thursday about the situation he finds himself in at Swindon Town.
ANDREW BLACK
He was honest and open in his appraisal of the situation. Having never had a keen interest in football, and having joined the original consortium which took over the club in 2008 as a favour, Mr Black has gone on to become something of a reluctant owner.
He admits that the business of running the club is tiring him mentally, and that he has come to the conclusion in his mind that now is the right time to leave. Having failed in an effort to secure a co-investor in the summer, he does not want to leave behind a "car crash".
To that extent, administration would be the last thing he wants for the club. Indeed the word itself has so many negative inferences, especially around Swindon, that Black wants to avoid it as much as possible.
2:18pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Mr Di Canio also treated all of the volunteers to pizza from Fratellos. An amazing gesture.
2:16pm
BREAKING TEAM NEWS
SHREWSBURY TOWN v Swindon Town: Weale; Goldson, Grandison, Jones, Jacobson; Summerfield, Richards, McAllister, Taylor; Bradshaw, Morgan
2:15pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Manager Paolo Di Canio was in the thick of the action, and can be seen in the red circle.
2:13pm
Joe Devera misses out through injury this afternoon, Swindon Town have announced on their official Twitter account
2:12pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
The heavy machinary was brought in to help move the snow
2:10pm
THE WEEK THAT WAS
After the furore over a piece of plastic, harder news came later in the week when it was formally recognised by the board that owner Andrew Black is looking to sell a large chunk of his 98 per cent shareholding in the board.
The word administration took many by surprise, although it has been discussed by the powers that be in private as a last resort should a buyer not be found in a relatively short timeframe.
2:08pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
The mood of the fans increased as progress was made
2:05pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
But an army of Town fans soon joined club staff to help the effort
2:02pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
The club asked for fans to come and help clear the snow from the pitch after it stopped falling, and initially it was slow going.
2:00pm
BREAKING TEAM NEWS
SWINDON TOWN v Shrewsbury Town: Foderingham; Thompson N, Flint, Ward, McCormack; Ritchie, Ferry, Hollands, Roberts; Martin, Williams
Substitutes: Bedwell, McEveley, Navarro, Collins, Miller, De Vita, Rooney A
That's three changes for Town, with James Collins, Tommy Miller and Aden Flint making way for Chris Martin, Simon Ferry and Aden Flint.
A nice surprise to see Jay McEveley amongst the subs. We were told by Di Canio on Thursday that this weekend would be too soon for his return from a knee operation.
1:58pm
THE WEEK THAT WAS
It all started with a monsoon and a sheet of Perspex.
Town managed to sneak a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth last week in horrendous conditions - the match really should not have been allowed to finish - but attention on Twitter soon shifted to a smashed pane in the visitors' dugout.
Cherries fans were quick to blame Paolo Di Canio, with one even suggesting the police should be called, however te Adver extablished that it was Domenico Doardo who accidentally broke the plastic. The clubs have sorted it out since.
Our picture even made it onto Sky Sports this morning, with Soccer AM taking an interest. Relive it all here.
1:56pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
Work to clear the surrounding area and car park began yesterday morning
1:55pm
Best of luck to the boys today 3 points needed !
— @m_storey32 19 January 2013
1:53pm
THE WEEK THAT WAS
While Andy Warren takes you through the remarkable events of the past 24 hours, Sam Morshead will recount a week of broken dugouts, monsoons, blizzards and potential new owners at the County Ground.
Having had the bizarre saga of the smashed Dean Court dugout following the flooded match against Bournemouth, we're also had to digest the news that the Robins are searching for a buyer pronto.
DUGOUTGATE: THE PHOTO THAT SPARKED A TWITTER WAR
Over the next hour we'll recount what has happened and what is likely to happen over the coming days.
1:50pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
At 11.30am the pitch was completely covered in snow, but groundsman Marcus Cassidy was always confident it was playable if the snow could be removed.
1:47pm
The Shrewsbury team are out having a look at the pitch, having only left Shropshire at 8.30am. Manager Graham Turner is very impressed with what he has seen.
1:45pm
THE COUNTY GROUND TRANSFORMED
The game today is only going ahead thanks to a Herculean effort from close to 200 Town fans and staff, including manager Paolo Di Canio, who worked through the night to make sure the pitch is playable.
Groundsman Marcus Cassidy headed up the effort, which saw close to 30 tonnes of snow removed from the pitch, with most of it in mounds around the advertising boards.
Di Canio bought pizza for all the volunteers, with work going on until close to midnight which has transformed the County Ground into an oasis.
THE COUNTY GROUND AT 11am YESTERDAY
1:41pm
SHREWSBURY TEAM NEWS
A small nugget of info from the opposition ahead of today’s clash now.
Luke Rodgers is expected to be fit after a rib injury.
LUKE RODGERS
The striker has recently agreed a permanent deal until the end of the season with the Shrews.
Jermaine Grandison will be the subject of a last-minute decision following a hip injury, otherwise the visitors have a clean bill of health.
1:37pm
TEAM NEWS
It’s a little early for anything official, with the line-ups expected to be announced at around 2pm, but here’s the rundown of Town’s injured and returning players.
Jay McEveley should be back for the trip to Tranmere next week as his recovery from knee surgery is almost complete, but today is too soon for the left-back and Alan McCormack will continue to fill in.
OUT: JAY MCEVELEY
Miles Storey is available, should manager Paolo Di Canio wish to call on him, but Troy Archibald-Henville remains sidelined.
There could be a recall for Chris Martin up front, while Simon Ferry is expected to partner Danny Hollands in midfield and Raffa De Vita is pushing Gary Roberts for a starting berth on the left wing.
1:34pm
YOUR SAY
Remember, Matchday Live is not just about us spouting nonsense for five hours at a time. It’s a forum for Swindon Town fans’ views on everything going on at SN1 at present.
Whether it’s Paolo Di Canio’s team selection or lukewarm coffee in the Don Rogers, we want to hear from you.
And there are plenty of ways to get involved over the course of the afternoon – all of which are conveniently listed below.
l Twitter – if you’re Tweet-friendly then use the hashtag #stfcadver to have your say, and follow chief sports writer Sam Morshead (@SamMorshead_SA) throughout the game for up-to-the-second commentary.
l Comment – the box below is ready for use. If the comments are sensible and clean then they may well find themselves inserted into the live blog later in the evening.
l Email – you can always pop us an email, just send your ramblings across to smorshead@swindonadvertiser.co.uk.
Get involved!
1:30pm
Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the Advertiser’s live coverage of Swindon Town’s clash with Shrewsbury.
To be honest, we weren’t expecting to be at the County Ground this afternoon, given the heavy snowfall and treacherous conditions of the past 36 hours.
However, thanks to an intrepid bunch of volunteers, groundstaff, Robins office staff, coaches and even manager Paolo Di Canio, we have a game.
Around 200 community-spirited individuals worked until almost midnight last night to clear snow off the covers at the County Ground, led by head groundsman Marcus Cassidy, and their incredible efforts have ensured we have a match to watch this afternoon.
We’ll be recounting the events of yesterday during the next 90 minutes ahead of kick-off, before the Robins look to make it four consecutive home wins against Shrewsbury.
Stick will us for all the best build-up, followed by match updates and reaction. If you’re at home in front of the fire, stick on the kettle and settle down for another exciting afternoon in Town’s season.
Enjoy!
Comments(147)
SAPFanSTFC
says...
10:14am Sat 19 Jan 13
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
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Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
old town robin
says...
10:33am Sat 19 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Donny didn't look too special when we drew here and were lucky to get a point with a Danny Hollands own goal. They could suffer after the departure of Saunders, but would say they are probably the team to catch.
I'll settle for:
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
.
Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
Tranmere have done well but without Cassidy they could struggle to maintain the form they have shown so far, Brentford are involved in extra cup games and fixture congestion could be their downfall, Sheff Utd another poor team when we played them at the CG, with their history they should have been walking this league, but seem to be suffering from Danny Wilson second season syndromn
IMO, Two from present top 5 for the automatic places. If we are going to do it we need to get results when we travel to their places, a return of 12 points from 12 would go along way to ensure we are one of the two to go up automatically.
smirg kcab
says...
11:19am Sat 19 Jan 13
Onwards and frozen
SAPFanSTFC
says...
11:53am Sat 19 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:Yep agree - I'm convinced we have a great chance of making Top 2 if not winning it....especially due to all the reasons mentioned.
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Donny didn't look too special when we drew here and were lucky to get a point with a Danny Hollands own goal. They could suffer after the departure of Saunders, but would say they are probably the team to catch.
I'll settle for:
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
.
Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
Tranmere have done well but without Cassidy they could struggle to maintain the form they have shown so far, Brentford are involved in extra cup games and fixture congestion could be their downfall, Sheff Utd another poor team when we played them at the CG, with their history they should have been walking this league, but seem to be suffering from Danny Wilson second season syndromn
IMO, Two from present top 5 for the automatic places. If we are going to do it we need to get results when we travel to their places, a return of 12 points from 12 would go along way to ensure we are one of the two to go up automatically.
...
Wilson is just too reserved for the options he's got at Sheff Utd and as you say, it's second season syndrome!
...
Winning today and the next 4 would, IMHO, put us in at firm 2nd favourites for the title at least.
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Can't wait for today and really hoping we take the game by the scruff of the neck from the start.
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CAN YOU IMAGINE Paolo's reaction if the players scruw this one up after all his, the staff and the fan's efforts last night!!?.....Ouch!! :-)
Robinonfire
says...
12:02pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Come on you REDS
louiscassius
says...
12:04pm Sat 19 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Ian,
old town robin wrote:Yep agree - I'm convinced we have a great chance of making Top 2 if not winning it....especially due to all the reasons mentioned.
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Donny didn't look too special when we drew here and were lucky to get a point with a Danny Hollands own goal. They could suffer after the departure of Saunders, but would say they are probably the team to catch.
I'll settle for:
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
.
Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
Tranmere have done well but without Cassidy they could struggle to maintain the form they have shown so far, Brentford are involved in extra cup games and fixture congestion could be their downfall, Sheff Utd another poor team when we played them at the CG, with their history they should have been walking this league, but seem to be suffering from Danny Wilson second season syndromn
IMO, Two from present top 5 for the automatic places. If we are going to do it we need to get results when we travel to their places, a return of 12 points from 12 would go along way to ensure we are one of the two to go up automatically.
...
Wilson is just too reserved for the options he's got at Sheff Utd and as you say, it's second season syndrome!
...
Winning today and the next 4 would, IMHO, put us in at firm 2nd favourites for the title at least.
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Can't wait for today and really hoping we take the game by the scruff of the neck from the start.
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CAN YOU IMAGINE Paolo's reaction if the players scruw this one up after all his, the staff and the fan's efforts last night!!?.....Ouch!! :-)
AMAZING!!
Big thank you, to all you guys out there who got together and made this game happen.
I love out Club, I love our Fans, I love Paolo........
STFC Forever!!!
Together We Stand....Always!!
Louis :-)))
dreamofacleansheet2
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12:27pm Sat 19 Jan 13
We are already third favourites to win the league. Time to get the after burners on and win it by ten points. Just in case......
My bet on town, double with Leicester, treble with Utd, quadruple with Harrington and Italy from Euro's depends on it!! COYR
Back to back to back promotions coming. He is a managerial legend. Build a statue of him when he takes us to the Premiership.....
KojaktheWarg
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12:42pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Let' hope their defence is a lot more generous than scrooge. The Swindon Town Volunteer Army from last night deserve to see a big victory..
Thanks to all those who helped get the game on today!
TheDukeOfBanbury
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1:06pm Sat 19 Jan 13
I got here , Swindon where are you ?
Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud.
Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ?
Proud to follow the Town.
DarrenSTFCRomain
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1:27pm Sat 19 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote:Getting picket up from Whitworth rd then getting a lift to the ground ????..
Hello armchair fans. I got here , Swindon where are you ? Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud. Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ? Proud to follow the Town.
smirg kcab
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1:39pm Sat 19 Jan 13
dreamofacleansheet2 wrote:Eieieio to the bookies we will go
Brilliant effort by all the fans and the Emperor of course. Will be leaving Gloucestershire in a few minutes. We are already third favourites to win the league. Time to get the after burners on and win it by ten points. Just in case...... My bet on town, double with Leicester, treble with Utd, quadruple with Harrington and Italy from Euro's depends on it!! COYR Back to back to back promotions coming. He is a managerial legend. Build a statue of him when he takes us to the Premiership.....
Upwards and onwards
stigger
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1:44pm Sat 19 Jan 13
red white
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1:53pm Sat 19 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:I'll settle for 1-0 .
I'll settle for:
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
.
Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
Yooouuu Reds!
Stfc_BristolRed
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2:17pm Sat 19 Jan 13
vikingred
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2:18pm Sat 19 Jan 13
vikingred
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2:53pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Robinonfire
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4:22pm Sat 19 Jan 13
We want 5555555
Blazing Riff
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4:45pm Sat 19 Jan 13
red white
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4:55pm Sat 19 Jan 13
louiscassius
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4:58pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Blazing Riff
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5:04pm Sat 19 Jan 13
mancrobin
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5:16pm Sat 19 Jan 13
louiscassius wrote:Yes, we'll done Wes. He has been a big factor in our recent run and yet another clean sheet.
Brilliant Save Wes!!!
Rebel_phish
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5:22pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Could have been 3, 4 or even 5 again. Silly moment from Macca, but a great save from Fodders, yet another clean sheet.
Same old cliche ., HUGE match next week against Tranmere, I expect it to rather more tricky match-up this time round, but 0-1 or 1-2 will do fine. Even a draw wont be disasterous.
Big thants to the fans last night.
nosyrudeman
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5:55pm Sat 19 Jan 13
eastmidsred
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6:11pm Sat 19 Jan 13
It's absolutely vital now that everyone sticks together and stays positive until an investor(s) is secured. We need responsible reporting from the Adver because, Sam, phrases like 'bidding war' do not help. Clearly we cannot expect anything helpful or factual from the BBC and Sky (Jeff Stelling was talking about our '£13m debt' and making it sound as though we owed money to every Tom, Dick and Harry). As true fans, let's avoid reacting to what we read in the press until we have the real facts. I don't think Andrew Black will let us down and he certainly doesn't want to lose all his money. Just hope we are successful in securing new money and in keeping the squad together. Paulo is proving to be fantastically loyal and he's gone way up in my estimation during the last four weeks.
SAPFanSTFC
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6:22pm Sat 19 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote:Loony!!....but then that is the definition of a Swindon Town fan anyway!!
Hello armchair fans.
I got here , Swindon where are you ?
Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud.
Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ?
Proud to follow the Town.
.
Well done Dukey!..and hope you get home safe and not too cold!
.
(Even I had to put my jumper on 2nd half!)
.
:-)
SAPFanSTFC
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6:26pm Sat 19 Jan 13
red white wrote:That was better than hoped:
SAPFanSTFC wrote:I'll settle for 1-0 .
I'll settle for:
Brentford 0-1 Tranmere (Brentford will be a tougher nut on the run in)
.
Notts Co 0-0 Sheff Utd
.
Walsall 1-1 Bournemouth
.
Swindon 7-0 Shrewsbury!! :-)
....
Up to 3rd place and sadly still 7pts behind Donny
Yooouuu Reds!
Walsall 3-1 Bournmouth (paying for their cup exploits no doubt)
.
Right goal difference:
Brentford 1-2 Tranmere (better for us that way round....especially as we'll win up there next week...of that I've no doubt!)
.
Perfect Prediction:
Notts Co 1-1 Sheff Utd (defence mode ON!! from Wilson)
.
Donny are the team to stop, even though they don't look anything special.
.
Swindon 2-0 Shrewsbury....well it's close on the keyboard! :-)
.
3rd Place ---- OH YES!!!...and only looking upwards!!
The Jockster
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6:30pm Sat 19 Jan 13
My five penneth on the game: - Ferry mom by a mile - some muppet tweeted to bbc wilts that Miller was orchestrating the midfield -I think he meant Max Miller! Taxi time for Martin everybody should score a pen -he never looked like scoring from open play- Willo henceforth to be called long John silver cos has only got a right peg otherwise he could have cut inside the keeper and hit it with his left - good job he can jump up on his good leg to head a ball. Great pen save from Fods and generally good all round defence and well deserved 3,points well done lads. Just about thawed out now!
Wilesy
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6:33pm Sat 19 Jan 13
And a great effort from the players fully deserved the win. Roberts and Williams my pick today both were fantastic. Flint had the champagne moment sticking his head in the snowdrift, hilarious suff.
Looking good on the investment front - Paolo saying he was more happy today than he was yesterday. Very encouraging.
And finally a MASSIVE MASSIVE thanks to the Junior Red ladies who sorted me out a pair of dry socks for my littl'un who had decided on the way to the ground to kick snow but got wet feet. Saved me an early exit and was a superb gesture. Thanks!
jayden
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6:48pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Di kanny oh
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6:52pm Sat 19 Jan 13
the don69
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6:53pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Oi Den!
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6:57pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Okus Road
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7:01pm Sat 19 Jan 13
The next 4 games will decide our season, if we can take 9 or 10 points we will win the league.
Oi Den!
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7:01pm Sat 19 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Cold, jayden? Remember the replay against Crawley in the Cup? Tropical today compared with that!
Boy was that cold.Well done lads fantastic second half not a bad crowd but we will expect more next game.
DarrenSTFCRomain
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7:03pm Sat 19 Jan 13
FOCKING COLD BUT IT WAS WORTH IT
SWINDON TILL WE DIE.................
smirg kcab
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7:13pm Sat 19 Jan 13
A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in.
Ritchie my motm
Thompson different class to caddis
Ferry well what can you say about him?
Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special.
Paolo genius,legend,maestr
o,tactician,sweeper,
Well done and thank you for another great day
Onwards and upwards
Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will go
peatmoor pirate
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7:16pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Okus Road
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7:29pm Sat 19 Jan 13
smirg kcab wrote:Hope you have put a bet on Williams to finish top scorer. I got him at 66/1 ew paying first 4 places.
Said it last year and say it this year, Richards one of the best midfield players I have seen, mind you a great pen save from fodds.
A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in.
Ritchie my motm
Thompson different class to caddis
Ferry well what can you say about him?
Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special.
Paolo genius,legend,maestr
o,tactician,sweeper,
Well done and thank you for another great day
Onwards and upwards
Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will go
Another view
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7:51pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Fans, backroom staff, and the man himself out clearing the pitch till midnight, then they team turns in another polished performance. OK they never got into top gear, but still terrorised a stubborn Shrews side in the second half.
With slightly better finishing it could easily have been our favourite score again. Not forgetting a cracking penalty save from Fodders, which must have been doubly difficult since it was the only shot he had to save on a freezing afternoon.
Some of the teams around us are beginning to slip up a bit, so if we can keep grinding out results like last week at Bournmouth, then turning on the style at home we should have as good a chance of anyone of automatic promotion.
Oxon-Red
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8:05pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Brilliant result and superb effort from every single player on the pitch. MOM was again so difficult, isn't that nice to say, but have to agree with the sponsors, wee Simon was sick on the pitch but went on to give 110%.
The taxi for Martin comment above is poor, really pleased to see him score our first penalty of the season AND get his first goal. His commitment to the team is second to none and playing as a striker is more than scoring goals in a Paolo team (ask Flint, Ward and Co).
COYMR
stigger
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8:07pm Sat 19 Jan 13
smirg kcab
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8:07pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Okus Road wrote:Fair play, liked his work rate just thought as a scorer he didn't look good enough to me.but now he looks as if will score every time he gets the ball.
smirg kcab wrote:Hope you have put a bet on Williams to finish top scorer. I got him at 66/1 ew paying first 4 places.
Said it last year and say it this year, Richards one of the best midfield players I have seen, mind you a great pen save from fodds.
A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in.
Ritchie my motm
Thompson different class to caddis
Ferry well what can you say about him?
Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special.
Paolo genius,legend,maestr
o,tactician,sweeper,
Well done and thank you for another great day
Onwards and upwards
Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will go
Must praise Paolo because he has always seen something in him.its not many times he gets it wrong is it?
I'm happy with my £150 @11/1
Onwards upwards
Oi Den!
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8:29pm Sat 19 Jan 13
.
A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
The Jockster
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8:31pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Oxon-Red wrote:Sorry don't think my taxi comment is poor just my opinion yes he holds the ball up well yes he works hard but he won't score enough goals. If he was providing all the assists I'd go with him playing. I'd have had Collins on for the second half and goodness knows I've been critical of him in the past.
Thank you to all the volunteers that helped clear the pitch and get the game on. Massive respect and if a poster was there say so because you deserve a massive thank you.
Brilliant result and superb effort from every single player on the pitch. MOM was again so difficult, isn't that nice to say, but have to agree with the sponsors, wee Simon was sick on the pitch but went on to give 110%.
The taxi for Martin comment above is poor, really pleased to see him score our first penalty of the season AND get his first goal. His commitment to the team is second to none and playing as a striker is more than scoring goals in a Paolo team (ask Flint, Ward and Co).
COYMR
Changing tack, for me Roberts probably gas his best game in a Town shirt.
The Jockster
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8:41pm Sat 19 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury
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8:48pm Sat 19 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Hi SAPFan.
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote: Hello armchair fans. I got here , Swindon where are you ? Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud. Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ? Proud to follow the Town.Loony!!....but then that is the definition of a Swindon Town fan anyway!! . Well done Dukey!..and hope you get home safe and not too cold! . (Even I had to put my jumper on 2nd half!) . :-)
Got in and home safely and even the Mrs picked me up from the station.
Apologies for going off on one this Morning but walking out of Swindon Station this Morning still gave me that buzz that has never gone away.
A few pints and met up with the rest of the lads and game on !!
That result was for those who cleared the snow. Credit to all of them.
Was never going to miss it !!
Swindon Til I Die........
TheDukeOfBanbury
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8:50pm Sat 19 Jan 13
DarrenSTFCRomain wrote:I don't know you Dazza but I reckon one day we are gonna meet :)
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote: Hello armchair fans. I got here , Swindon where are you ? Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud. Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ? Proud to follow the Town.Getting picket up from Whitworth rd then getting a lift to the ground ????..
Nice one Mate.
Come On Swindon !!
southside7
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9:06pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Have loved Willo from the start and am so glad that Paolo is giving him a real good chance. The reason he's giving him a real good chance is because he has incredible ball control, skill, pace, twists and turns and will be the next legend at our club. Many knocked him, but they will be silent when he really does get going and the patient among us will sit back and admire this great player that has joined our beloved club.Wiiiiiiiiiiiiii
iiiiilllllllllllllll
lllllooooooooo.
Oxon-Red
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9:19pm Sat 19 Jan 13
The Jockster wrote:Jockster,
Oxon-Red wrote: Thank you to all the volunteers that helped clear the pitch and get the game on. Massive respect and if a poster was there say so because you deserve a massive thank you. Brilliant result and superb effort from every single player on the pitch. MOM was again so difficult, isn't that nice to say, but have to agree with the sponsors, wee Simon was sick on the pitch but went on to give 110%. The taxi for Martin comment above is poor, really pleased to see him score our first penalty of the season AND get his first goal. His commitment to the team is second to none and playing as a striker is more than scoring goals in a Paolo team (ask Flint, Ward and Co). COYMRSorry don't think my taxi comment is poor just my opinion yes he holds the ball up well yes he works hard but he won't score enough goals. If he was providing all the assists I'd go with him playing. I'd have had Collins on for the second half and goodness knows I've been critical of him in the past. Changing tack, for me Roberts probably gas his best game in a Town shirt.
This sentence from your post could be telling:
"I'd have had Collins on for the second half and goodness knows I've been critical of him in the past."
This has been said about a number of Town players this season by many different posters.
Commitment to the team is what I like and I believe I am now seeing that in every Town player. Look at the player who forced James into the error last week and ultimately set up the equaliser.
COYMR
DarrenSTFCRomain
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9:19pm Sat 19 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote:Hope so mate..
DarrenSTFCRomain wrote:I don't know you Dazza but I reckon one day we are gonna meet :) Nice one Mate. Come On Swindon !!TheDukeOfBanbury wrote: Hello armchair fans. I got here , Swindon where are you ? Seriously nothing was going to stop me. The lads and lasses that cleared the snow did us proud. Long walk, a lift, and 3 train journeys .... So what was your journey like ? Proud to follow the Town.Getting picket up from Whitworth rd then getting a lift to the ground ????..
I go in the TownEnd BUT 2day was in the Sir Don Rogers stand...
BY HECK IT WAS A TAD CHILLIE IN THERE..
At least in the TownEnd we can stand and move about and cuddle !!
jayden
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9:21pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:Den yes i was thinking that i thought it felt colder today.Took my brother to the crawley game he got cramp and looked like he was drunk trying to walk out the ground.
jayden wrote:Cold, jayden? Remember the replay against Crawley in the Cup? Tropical today compared with that!
Boy was that cold.Well done lads fantastic second half not a bad crowd but we will expect more next game.
DarrenSTFCRomain
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9:31pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:Good interview i thought but Paolo does make me laugh..
Very encouaging and impressive (and very long of course!) post-match interview with PDC on BBC Wilts. Well worth a listen. It sounds as if some kind of takeover is almost in the bag. Fingers crossed, baited breath and all that. . A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
The passion in his voise is fantastic and he did sound very happy with the takeover bid
But then again i think he will be more than happy to start working with a new board..
the wizard
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9:33pm Sat 19 Jan 13
thought we started slowly but finished well. Could have had 4 but I'm happy with 2-0. The old Macca red mist dropping again, why, it seemed he played himself into trouble. Top marks though to Sir Wes on a first class save.
Thought Motm was a close call between several players, and Thompson is now so combative he is magic.
Williams input in attack today was tremendous and Roberts is growing into his role now game by game a better player. A few one-two's didn't come off for a few today, but come on, it was cold. Up to third which is good, hopefully now we will go on a similar run now to last season.
Though our man was cool and quiet by his standards post match interview, very cool and calm.
The Jockster
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9:41pm Sat 19 Jan 13
the don69
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9:43pm Sat 19 Jan 13
DarrenSTFCRomain wrote:What made me laugh from the interview was when Paolo told the players at half-time,if they lost 0-1 they would be in for training Sunday morning at 5am!so what happened,10 mins into the second half it was 2-0 magic!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oi Den! wrote:Good interview i thought but Paolo does make me laugh..
Very encouaging and impressive (and very long of course!) post-match interview with PDC on BBC Wilts. Well worth a listen. It sounds as if some kind of takeover is almost in the bag. Fingers crossed, baited breath and all that. . A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
The passion in his voise is fantastic and he did sound very happy with the takeover bid
But then again i think he will be more than happy to start working with a new board..
southside7
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9:56pm Sat 19 Jan 13
The Jockster wrote:Hold her to the former.
Just had a text from my dyslexic girlfriend - shocked me when she said " I really love anal" Five minutes later she sent another text "Sorry meant you say " I really love Alan - your best mate!
The Jockster
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10:18pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Okus Road
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10:37pm Sat 19 Jan 13
smirg kcab wrote:Looks like a few of us will be returning to the bookies to collect when we win the league. Happy days
Okus Road wrote:Fair play, liked his work rate just thought as a scorer he didn't look good enough to me.but now he looks as if will score every time he gets the ball.
smirg kcab wrote:Hope you have put a bet on Williams to finish top scorer. I got him at 66/1 ew paying first 4 places.
Said it last year and say it this year, Richards one of the best midfield players I have seen, mind you a great pen save from fodds.
A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in.
Ritchie my motm
Thompson different class to caddis
Ferry well what can you say about him?
Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special.
Paolo genius,legend,maestr
o,tactician,sweeper,
Well done and thank you for another great day
Onwards and upwards
Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will go
Must praise Paolo because he has always seen something in him.its not many times he gets it wrong is it?
I'm happy with my £150 @11/1
Onwards upwards
the wizard
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10:42pm Sat 19 Jan 13
old town robin
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11:07pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Pitch was imaculate and I believe even Mr Turner sung the praises.
I think 7,741 was a good turn out given the conditions and congrats to the 251 that travelled down from Shropshire to support their team.
With regards to the game, good performances overall, although we did look off the pace in the first half at times. No complaints of the defence other than the endless back passes, but if they don't conceed goals what can I say, another clean sheet is fantastic and well done Wes for the penalty save.
Midfield I think Holland didn't look to me he was 100% fit, maybe a touch of flu or even the trots (he came on late for start of game), Miller coming on made the difference with support to Simon, probably the best I've seen him play for us, great to have such a choice for midfield when a good player goes off and another come on and tries so hard. Roberts and Ritchie both did well, thought De Vita might come on when Ritchie got another yellow, how many is that now?
Up front thought Chris Martin had some great touches, despite what others say I think he is a good target man and Williams continues to frustrate, with the chances he gets he should already be leading the golden boot for this league, he has pace, but with one foot and no brain, he is never ever going to become a legend here. He has a lot more to do to improve, hopefully Paolo will continue to try and make him a more clinical finisher than he is now, it's not rocket science is it to hit a ball between two post?
Very happy with the win, could/should have been five. Brentford dropped 3 points, the Blades two, Doncaster are the ones to catch, We will be up the Wirral next week with my son , meeting up with 3 locals who will be sitting in with us in the cow shed, a mate I spoke with today who was there for for the play-off game in '93 told me how their fan walked down the pitch and applauded our fans after the game. Top drawer in my opinion of fans that know their football.
COYR's
DarrenSTFCRomain
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11:08pm Sat 19 Jan 13
Okus Road wrote:LONG LONG WAY TO GO CHAPS..
smirg kcab wrote:Looks like a few of us will be returning to the bookies to collect when we win the league. Happy daysOkus Road wrote:Fair play, liked his work rate just thought as a scorer he didn't look good enough to me.but now he looks as if will score every time he gets the ball. Must praise Paolo because he has always seen something in him.its not many times he gets it wrong is it? I'm happy with my £150 @11/1 Onwards upwardssmirg kcab wrote: Said it last year and say it this year, Richards one of the best midfield players I have seen, mind you a great pen save from fodds. A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in. Ritchie my motm Thompson different class to caddis Ferry well what can you say about him? Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special. Paolo genius,legend,maestr o,tactician,sweeper, Well done and thank you for another great day Onwards and upwards Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will goHope you have put a bet on Williams to finish top scorer. I got him at 66/1 ew paying first 4 places.
January will be a very important time of the season with 4 games on the bounce away plus we have to get NEW OWNERS as well so try and carm down..
IF all is well after that then great.
BUT DONT COUNT YA VENKYS JUST YET..
SWINDON TILL WE DIE
DarrenSTFCRomain
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11:13pm Sat 19 Jan 13
The Jockster wrote:Your only worried about her being DYSLEXIC !!!! VERY BIG?..
Just had a text from my dyslexic girlfriend - shocked me when she said " I really love anal" Five minutes later she sent another text "Sorry meant you say " I really love Alan - your best mate!
inwards and outwards
joey butler
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12:22am Sun 20 Jan 13
The Jockster wrote:Malky,
Oxon-Red wrote:Sorry don't think my taxi comment is poor just my opinion yes he holds the ball up well yes he works hard but he won't score enough goals. If he was providing all the assists I'd go with him playing. I'd have had Collins on for the second half and goodness knows I've been critical of him in the past.
Thank you to all the volunteers that helped clear the pitch and get the game on. Massive respect and if a poster was there say so because you deserve a massive thank you.
Brilliant result and superb effort from every single player on the pitch. MOM was again so difficult, isn't that nice to say, but have to agree with the sponsors, wee Simon was sick on the pitch but went on to give 110%.
The taxi for Martin comment above is poor, really pleased to see him score our first penalty of the season AND get his first goal. His commitment to the team is second to none and playing as a striker is more than scoring goals in a Paolo team (ask Flint, Ward and Co).
COYMR
Changing tack, for me Roberts probably gas his best game in a Town shirt.
I understand what you have said in your post above and to be quite honest, I think you are right.
Martin does not score too many goals, quite a serious problem for a striker!!
And Collins had his fantastic moment of glory with 4 second half goals, but cannot usually score to save his life. Bouremouth and today and numerous other times??
We do have a player on our books who CAN score goals and has done for us, his name is Paul Benson, but he seems to be making the tea at the moment!!
joey butler
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12:33am Sun 20 Jan 13
What a poxy place Banbury is, I know, because I used to work there!!'
southside7
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12:36am Sun 20 Jan 13
forzaswindon12
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12:49am Sun 20 Jan 13
smirg kcab wrote:I hope you put that bet on each way?
Okus Road wrote:Fair play, liked his work rate just thought as a scorer he didn't look good enough to me.but now he looks as if will score every time he gets the ball.
smirg kcab wrote:Hope you have put a bet on Williams to finish top scorer. I got him at 66/1 ew paying first 4 places.
Said it last year and say it this year, Richards one of the best midfield players I have seen, mind you a great pen save from fodds.
A very hard game made easy when the first goal went in.
Ritchie my motm
Thompson different class to caddis
Ferry well what can you say about him?
Willo that taste of humble pie gets sweeter.never thought I would say it but this bloke is very special.
Paolo genius,legend,maestr
o,tactician,sweeper,
Well done and thank you for another great day
Onwards and upwards
Eieieio to the bookies me and dream will go
Must praise Paolo because he has always seen something in him.its not many times he gets it wrong is it?
I'm happy with my £150 @11/1
Onwards upwards
Oi Den!
says...
12:50am Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43
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1:08am Sun 20 Jan 13
joey butler
says...
1:08am Sun 20 Jan 13
We do not usually disagree, but if I may say so, there is a big difference here.
Benson scores GOALS and Collins does not!!
Sorry Den
joey butler
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1:10am Sun 20 Jan 13
Apart from Collins first and last time 4 goals blitz!
red white
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1:13am Sun 20 Jan 13
No one else comes close.
Perfect position to attack the summit.
STFC.
joey butler
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1:23am Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:''There is no more money for players, and it would be ludicrous to make any available in these circumstances.
Joey and Jock, my impression of Martin is that he's still lacking a bit of match sharpness and confidence. I still think there's a lot more to come from him. As for Benson, I'm a fan of his too but our aggregate of 17-1 in the last five games suggests we're doing pretty well without him. With that sort of record and every player making a huge contribution, I'm not going to quibble about where the goals are coming from, whether they're from strikers, midfielders, defenders or the referee's arse.
“The only chance of them (Hollands and Martin) staying on is if we are bought in that period of time, not necessarily completed but we would have to be certain it was all going through.”
Given your earlier thoughts Den, If Martin is that good, I just wonder what the plan is when he is gone in less than 2 weeks?
I refer to Patey's quite clear statement above.
joey butler
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1:40am Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:Wiz,
Can't wait for Storey to regain full fitness to get some consideration as well. Surely its not going to be too long now. Evidently Rooney is progressing quite well and could be in for a shout before long as well.
Storey's career might not go very much further.
Very young players with knee problems are like 3 legged horses, I will refrain from Tesco jokes.
But we sure as anything should not assume Storey will be the answer to all our problems, with his knee problems.
southside7
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2:15am Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:I agree, they don't tend to acknowledge Paolo as much as they should, f+ck the BBC, we will win this league anyway. Claridge hates us.....average tw+t.
I absolutely fu.kin detest the BBC not content with their comments on how we controversially won the league last year now that poxy football league show have totally blanked our club yet again. showing interviews with every manager other than PDC. heaping praise on other teams on how they got their games on with not even a mention on how PDC was out there with a shovel. They really do not like PDC do they.
red white
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4:05am Sun 20 Jan 13
southside7 wrote:Siege mentality,i'm glad they never big us up.We don't need it.
Cookie43 wrote:I agree, they don't tend to acknowledge Paolo as much as they should, f+ck the BBC, we will win this league anyway. Claridge hates us.....average tw+t.
I absolutely fu.kin detest the BBC not content with their comments on how we controversially won the league last year now that poxy football league show have totally blanked our club yet again. showing interviews with every manager other than PDC. heaping praise on other teams on how they got their games on with not even a mention on how PDC was out there with a shovel. They really do not like PDC do they.
We do it Paolo's way,thats how we rock.
stigger
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7:35am Sun 20 Jan 13
London Red
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7:52am Sun 20 Jan 13
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Last time I looked Collins was our top scorer with 14 and 5th in L1 with 11
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Benson has about 4
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Massive fan of Benson as a true professional and played a major major role in our promotionast season
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However that is the point - last season
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Plus Benson is 34 and Collins is 21!!!
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I still can't believe some think we would be top 2 with Benson (and probably Connell) up top!
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Den lets not forget it is 22-2 in our last 7 - goals are not an issue - especially as Collins has 5 of them and Williams 4 so practically half!
London Red
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8:02am Sun 20 Jan 13
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Ward is great for us but wouldn't cut it at Norwich!
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Martin is allowed to leave as Norwich don't see him as a Premiership striker
Ollie Reed's Parky dance!
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8:03am Sun 20 Jan 13
London Red wrote:We have moved on from Benno. PDC will not use any squad players that are not in the normal match day squad of late ( unless forced by injury) as he wants to keep the team ethic that appears to have been installed.
Benson scores goals but Collins doesn't!
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Last time I looked Collins was our top scorer with 14 and 5th in L1 with 11
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Benson has about 4
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Massive fan of Benson as a true professional and played a major major role in our promotionast season
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However that is the point - last season
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Plus Benson is 34 and Collins is 21!!!
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I still can't believe some think we would be top 2 with Benson (and probably Connell) up top!
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Den lets not forget it is 22-2 in our last 7 - goals are not an issue - especially as Collins has 5 of them and Williams 4 so practically half!
BTW Macca was awful today and Jay will be back in next week
smirg kcab
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8:36am Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:Den
Very encouaging and impressive (and very long of course!) post-match interview with PDC on BBC Wilts. Well worth a listen. It sounds as if some kind of takeover is almost in the bag. Fingers crossed, baited breath and all that.
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A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
Yes I said to my mate (yes I do have one). Look at Paolo after he called flint over to give him advise on how to combat the threat from the sub before he walked on the pitch. Pure genius also perhaps it's me flint don't look so intimidating to the refs with his hair shorter?. As to the ref I thought he was absolutely brilliant yesterday with no one commenting on him so far, so I thought I might just mention him, as you also likes to appraise officials.
Onwards and upwards.
The league starts now
jayden
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9:24am Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:Yes we did get a mentiion discribed as that third place club.Yes shocking but not unexpected.
I absolutely fu.kin detest the BBC not content with their comments on how we controversially won the league last year now that poxy football league show have totally blanked our club yet again. showing interviews with every manager other than PDC. heaping praise on other teams on how they got their games on with not even a mention on how PDC was out there with a shovel. They really do not like PDC do they.
TheDukeOfBanbury
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9:39am Sun 20 Jan 13
joey butler wrote:7 miles in a snow bound village but I made it albeit catching a train from to Banbury.
''And to the 'Duke' of Banbury, who was just so horribly rude to other Swindon Fans more than once Saturday, why not just go back to Banbury and stay there for as long as possible?? What a poxy place Banbury is, I know, because I used to work there!!'
See you at Tranmere weather permitting.
TheDukeOfBanbury
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9:44am Sun 20 Jan 13
The Jockster wrote:No way Mate have to disagree.
A well deserved win for the players the manager and the fans who all contributed to the win. Jeez that was parky towards the end. My five penneth on the game: - Ferry mom by a mile - some muppet tweeted to bbc wilts that Miller was orchestrating the midfield -I think he meant Max Miller! Taxi time for Martin everybody should score a pen -he never looked like scoring from open play- Willo henceforth to be called long John silver cos has only got a right peg otherwise he could have cut inside the keeper and hit it with his left - good job he can jump up on his good leg to head a ball. Great pen save from Fods and generally good all round defence and well deserved 3,points well done lads. Just about thawed out now!
Martin is excellent up front and the reason why Williams is getting more direct running with his pace, due to the fact that he can hold the ball and find a pass.
He is a clever player. Watch how many free kicks he plays for as well.
Really hope we keep him. The goals will come.
TheDukeOfBanbury
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9:49am Sun 20 Jan 13
joey butler wrote:...and a hat trick against premiership Stoke.
Sorry Den, Apart from Collins first and last time 4 goals blitz!
PDC know best and we have 3 better Strikers than Benson but not taking anything away from Benson who was fantastic last season. Never cut it for Charlton in Div 1.
Look at the facts we are not struggling scoring goals so why worry ?
We are doing well defending them as well.
Lets hope we can keep the squad together.
Reality Red
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10:16am Sun 20 Jan 13
So how many points do you think we need from that lot ,3 wins 5 draws? If we win 6 at home that would give us 80 plus points.
Interested in how others view this.
old town robin
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10:45am Sun 20 Jan 13
smirg kcab wrote:The ref wasn't too bad, a few strange decision, took a look at the Shrews site this morning, their manager Graham Turner thought after seeing the play back the penalty looked a bit harsh, but he did admit it was hard to judge from the dugout and he did praise our fans effort to get the game played and admitted we were the better team that didn't give his players any time on the ball.
Oi Den! wrote:Den
Very encouaging and impressive (and very long of course!) post-match interview with PDC on BBC Wilts. Well worth a listen. It sounds as if some kind of takeover is almost in the bag. Fingers crossed, baited breath and all that.
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A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
Yes I said to my mate (yes I do have one). Look at Paolo after he called flint over to give him advise on how to combat the threat from the sub before he walked on the pitch. Pure genius also perhaps it's me flint don't look so intimidating to the refs with his hair shorter?. As to the ref I thought he was absolutely brilliant yesterday with no one commenting on him so far, so I thought I might just mention him, as you also likes to appraise officials.
Onwards and upwards.
The league starts now
What did you think of the the lady lineswoman on the Arlells side I thought she got a few decisions wrong but nothing too controversial, in fact the ref over ruled her on a couple of occassions.
SAPFanSTFC
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10:53am Sun 20 Jan 13
For what it is worth:
Fodderingham: Not a lot to do today but what he does he does increasingly well. ...Roberts said Macka only gave away the penalty to wake him up and make him earn a wage! :-)
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Thompson: Just looks better and better, so assured on a 1-on-1 situe but never looks like panicking...getting better going forwards in link play with Ritchie but still hesitating.
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McCormack: Ignoring the silly penalty I thought it was one of his poorer performances for Town today...when he made the runs forward he struggled to find his man with a pass and always on the back foot when they broke.....still think he should be in midfield with Ferry when McEverley comes back - who looked pretty sharp when he came on.
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Flint: Did the job well, nervous start but you do see the difference in assurity on the ball and going forwards with Devera - definitely my 2nd choice now.
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Ward: Simply a rock!...I disagreed with someone about making him Captain at the moment but he should be next season.
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Ferry: Simply brilliant stuff again. He harries he chases provides quick link up play and does so much off the ball - He is the engine room of the team and we look far poorer without him.
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Hollands: Has been playing really well and is the one I would keep if we can only keep one of our two loans....hope his injury is not too bad but again if McEverley is back then put Macka back in his natural position alongside Ferry.
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Roberts: Had a great game today but got a bit selfish at the end...so unlucky not to have scored a couple today - We need both him and de Vera at their best as it is a energy sapping position.
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Ritchie: Good game but not at his best today...worryingly getting booked far more often for silly things and arguing too much when only a yellow. Amazing energy and got better as the match went on....possibly more space as they tired.
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Williams: Brilliantly quick feet and some amazing turns at pace...just getting better and better....my e/w money at 70/1 for top scorer is looking better every game....far more to come in the way of goals I think.
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Martin: Bit of an unsung hero at times. Works hard pulling the defence all over the place and links up well with midfield plus gives Williams that yard of space with some great runs...just needs a bit of confidence in front of goal to get going....as mentioned though I'd keep Hollands over Martin.
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McEverley: Covered above. I'm a big fan of him but wish he'd nail his crosses a bit more...great left back.
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Miller: Thought he had a solid game when forced on and just needs some game time...good combative midfielder and one who can hit a ball if needed.
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Collins: He's getting better as time goes on and think he'll click very soon - if he only scores a hat-trick every 10 games but the team score 2 a game with him on the pitch then....I'll be happy! Was unlucky not to get the pass from Roberts late on yesterday as again he makes some good runs....at 21 he has time to learn from the master and seems to be doing so.
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Their MotM......has to be their goalie again....some great saves in tandem with the woodwork!...can we not make our goals 2" wider and 1" taller?...our +30 would be nearer to +40 by now.
old town robin
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10:54am Sun 20 Jan 13
southside7 wrote:Southside
sorry if i've missed something, but i guess the reason de vera wasn't playing today was because he's injured?
De Vita was on the bench and was warming up, but when macca had the red mist decend with 7 minutes to play, he was yanked off and McEverley got a run out. Paolo had already used Miller to replace the injured Holland (he had an excellent game when he came on) and Collins coming on for Martin was very predictable. So De Vita did not got his chance to replace Ritchie or Roberts on this occassion who both had good games by the way.
Okus Road
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11:04am Sun 20 Jan 13
Reality Red wrote:To get in top 2 you need to average 2 points per game. We are on 1.8 so need to pick up 43 more points from 19 games which is 2.2 points per game.
just looking at the Fixtures guys. 8 Home 11 away , we have to play teams currently in 1 2 4 5 6 7 9 and 11th place.
So how many points do you think we need from that lot ,3 wins 5 draws? If we win 6 at home that would give us 80 plus points.
Interested in how others view this.
We would need 12 wins = 36 and 7 draws with no defeats
Allowing for 2 defeats we would need to Win 13 for 39 and draw 4
The other factor to take into account is by playing the top teams if we beat them we move further away, so it's all in our hands.
the wizard
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11:12am Sun 20 Jan 13
joey butler wrote:I think we both can agree it would be a cruel twist of fate for young Miles if his career were cut short after showing good promise. I don't think he is the one player answer either, I was hinting that with more options available it would increase the competition for a starting place in the team and get more focus on finishing skills, which we need. Glad we are both in agreement over Benson. Perhaps now he has had games with Pompey his sharpness may be better than it was earlier in the season here.
the wizard wrote:Wiz,
Can't wait for Storey to regain full fitness to get some consideration as well. Surely its not going to be too long now. Evidently Rooney is progressing quite well and could be in for a shout before long as well.
Storey's career might not go very much further.
Very young players with knee problems are like 3 legged horses, I will refrain from Tesco jokes.
But we sure as anything should not assume Storey will be the answer to all our problems, with his knee problems.
the don69
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11:13am Sun 20 Jan 13
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old town robin
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11:22am Sun 20 Jan 13
Flint should be OK after his two reds he has a clean sheet and with his new haircut, the refs won't recognise him anyway.
SAPFanSTFC
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11:22am Sun 20 Jan 13
Reality Red wrote:It's really hard to judge as you would bet on it being a 3 horse race between Doncaster, Tranmere and us so 90pts should be the target but with Brentford, MK Dons and Bournemouth taking points off others it could be that 4 teams are all on the mid 80pts with 3 games to go.
just looking at the Fixtures guys. 8 Home 11 away , we have to play teams currently in 1 2 4 5 6 7 9 and 11th place.
So how many points do you think we need from that lot ,3 wins 5 draws? If we win 6 at home that would give us 80 plus points.
Interested in how others view this.
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From now until the end of February is a crucial period of time to decide who is in for what:
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We play:
Tranmere (a) I fancy 3pts there; Crawley (a) will take a point
and MK Dons (a) the toughest fixture plus we don't do too well there.
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All other 5 are against lower league teams which with the way we're playing I believe we can win 4 of those.
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Tranmere:
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They've got us at home (we're a real jinx team for them);
Notts Co at home (at a push it's a top half game)
.....then they have 4 other winnable games against lower league teams -
Strangely enough they also visit L.Orient and Colchester in their next 5 games...after which we'll both be level on games played (weather permitting) and I believe could be level on points with 11 games to go.....next week is huge for both teams!!
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Doncaster: Who seem to have made a sensible appointment have no game next Sat (would have been MK Dons away) so we'll have played 1 more than them by next Wednesday..and:
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MK Dons (h); Crawley (a) and Yeovil (h).....plus 3 other lower league teams.
...could see them drawing 2 at worst so at the end of Feb:
Doncaster: Pld 34 - 72pts
Tranmere: Pld 35 - 71pts
Swindon: Pld 35 - 68pts (expecting 1 draw and 1 loss in 8)
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I'm not ignoring Brentfor and Sheff Utd but do think their March fixtures will find them out.
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Doncatesr definitely the team to beat but we can catch Tranmere
jayden
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11:22am Sun 20 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC
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11:30am Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:Don't forget they limit is now reset to 10 as from Jan 1st and not 5
Can anyone say what the yellow card count is now for Ritchie and macca. Macca can and will be rested as we have ample cover. but IMO we can't afford to lose Ritchie, especially as we still have to visit every team in the top 7.
Flint should be OK after his two reds he has a clean sheet and with his new haircut, the refs won't recognise him anyway.
old town robin
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11:31am Sun 20 Jan 13
Okus Road wrote:Good anaysis Okus and yes playing all the top teams are 6 pointers and our destiny is in our own hands.
Reality Red wrote:To get in top 2 you need to average 2 points per game. We are on 1.8 so need to pick up 43 more points from 19 games which is 2.2 points per game.
just looking at the Fixtures guys. 8 Home 11 away , we have to play teams currently in 1 2 4 5 6 7 9 and 11th place.
So how many points do you think we need from that lot ,3 wins 5 draws? If we win 6 at home that would give us 80 plus points.
Interested in how others view this.
We would need 12 wins = 36 and 7 draws with no defeats
Allowing for 2 defeats we would need to Win 13 for 39 and draw 4
The other factor to take into account is by playing the top teams if we beat them we move further away, so it's all in our hands.
From those 12 or 13 wins you mentioned we need, one would like to think we can win or draw the 8 home games, so we will still need to pick up 4 or 5 more wins away from home. A big ask, but if we can hold on to our loanees everything is possible, just hope key players like Wes and Nathan can stay injury free because we don't have adequate cover if we were to lose one or both of them.
southside7
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11:32am Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:? Devera, not De Vita. Don't know if he was on the bench or not, but he's been incredible lately, unless he's just resting him.
southside7 wrote:Southside
sorry if i've missed something, but i guess the reason de vera wasn't playing today was because he's injured?
De Vita was on the bench and was warming up, but when macca had the red mist decend with 7 minutes to play, he was yanked off and McEverley got a run out. Paolo had already used Miller to replace the injured Holland (he had an excellent game when he came on) and Collins coming on for Martin was very predictable. So De Vita did not got his chance to replace Ritchie or Roberts on this occassion who both had good games by the way.
Agree that Ritchie and Roberts both had good games. Think Roberts will come good when he gets more cofidence.
old town robin
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11:37am Sun 20 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Didn't know that Sap, thanks
old town robin wrote:Don't forget they limit is now reset to 10 as from Jan 1st and not 5
Can anyone say what the yellow card count is now for Ritchie and macca. Macca can and will be rested as we have ample cover. but IMO we can't afford to lose Ritchie, especially as we still have to visit every team in the top 7.
Flint should be OK after his two reds he has a clean sheet and with his new haircut, the refs won't recognise him anyway.
old town robin
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11:44am Sun 20 Jan 13
southside7 wrote:sorry mate, read your post wrong, yes Devera picked up a knock in training, nothing too serious I believe but whether he or Flint will start next week will be interesting.
old town robin wrote:? Devera, not De Vita. Don't know if he was on the bench or not, but he's been incredible lately, unless he's just resting him.
southside7 wrote:Southside
sorry if i've missed something, but i guess the reason de vera wasn't playing today was because he's injured?
De Vita was on the bench and was warming up, but when macca had the red mist decend with 7 minutes to play, he was yanked off and McEverley got a run out. Paolo had already used Miller to replace the injured Holland (he had an excellent game when he came on) and Collins coming on for Martin was very predictable. So De Vita did not got his chance to replace Ritchie or Roberts on this occassion who both had good games by the way.
Agree that Ritchie and Roberts both had good games. Think Roberts will come good when he gets more cofidence.
supersaver
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11:56am Sun 20 Jan 13
super red
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12:16pm Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:A bit frightening to think that game away at Tranmere in the play offs was 20 years ago!!
Loads of very good positive post today. firstly we all owe a big thanks to Paolo, the ground staff and volunteers for making it possible, a big, big thanks to all involved.
Pitch was imaculate and I believe even Mr Turner sung the praises.
I think 7,741 was a good turn out given the conditions and congrats to the 251 that travelled down from Shropshire to support their team.
With regards to the game, good performances overall, although we did look off the pace in the first half at times. No complaints of the defence other than the endless back passes, but if they don't conceed goals what can I say, another clean sheet is fantastic and well done Wes for the penalty save.
Midfield I think Holland didn't look to me he was 100% fit, maybe a touch of flu or even the trots (he came on late for start of game), Miller coming on made the difference with support to Simon, probably the best I've seen him play for us, great to have such a choice for midfield when a good player goes off and another come on and tries so hard. Roberts and Ritchie both did well, thought De Vita might come on when Ritchie got another yellow, how many is that now?
Up front thought Chris Martin had some great touches, despite what others say I think he is a good target man and Williams continues to frustrate, with the chances he gets he should already be leading the golden boot for this league, he has pace, but with one foot and no brain, he is never ever going to become a legend here. He has a lot more to do to improve, hopefully Paolo will continue to try and make him a more clinical finisher than he is now, it's not rocket science is it to hit a ball between two post?
Very happy with the win, could/should have been five. Brentford dropped 3 points, the Blades two, Doncaster are the ones to catch, We will be up the Wirral next week with my son , meeting up with 3 locals who will be sitting in with us in the cow shed, a mate I spoke with today who was there for for the play-off game in '93 told me how their fan walked down the pitch and applauded our fans after the game. Top drawer in my opinion of fans that know their football.
COYR's
I remember it so well tho, the incredible atmosphere, end to end game, we seem to have had a few of those in the play off semi's over the years!!
Never forget the composure that Maskell showed in soring one of the goals, i watched it again on one of the Swindon sites recently which returned the memories.
Always thought Mitchell was a bit of a donkey but always scored the goals as well!!
Cookie43
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12:16pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
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the wizard
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12:20pm Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:I don't think that is so much of a problem. Put Williams out as the winger and he plays excellently in this role with superb balls in, and Raffa up front in his place as he is a natural forward anyway.
Can anyone say what the yellow card count is now for Ritchie and macca. Macca can and will be rested as we have ample cover. but IMO we can't afford to lose Ritchie, especially as we still have to visit every team in the top 7.
Flint should be OK after his two reds he has a clean sheet and with his new haircut, the refs won't recognise him anyway.
Roberts can play on either wing and is improving match by match.
I dont think Ritchie has been at his absolute best for the last couple of games or so, so high is his standard, that is not putting him down in any way. Again yesterday his competative spirit got the better of him with his card and his answering back to the ref which is worse this season also does him little favour. Cannot fault his spirit and toil.
We had a laugh over Flints hair cut as well, hardly recognisable from before. LOL.
jayden
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12:23pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
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old town robin
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1:03pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:Brizzi City bottom of the champioship. Brizzi city bottom of div 2,
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
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Swindon town 3rd in div 1, say no more, the BBC are so bias, they are a disgrace. With only 4 or 5 games on yesterday I was sure the Football league show would give us some coverage, but the same as was the case last week at Bournemouth, we didn't get a mention, I dare say we will when we get beat though. lol
the wizard
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1:04pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
SAPFanSTFC
says...
1:08pm Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:Be interesting to see how they ignore us when we beat Tranmere away next Saturday....no doubt they'll focus on what is happening off the pitch.
Cookie43 wrote:Brizzi City bottom of the champioship. Brizzi city bottom of div 2,
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Swindon town 3rd in div 1, say no more, the BBC are so bias, they are a disgrace. With only 4 or 5 games on yesterday I was sure the Football league show would give us some coverage, but the same as was the case last week at Bournemouth, we didn't get a mention, I dare say we will when we get beat though. lol
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I've stopped getting wound up by the Football League show now and just find it laughable.
....
Let's keep the Green Eyed Monster growing!
the wizard
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1:10pm Sun 20 Jan 13
If all our diplomats are like Patey then heaven help us, PR skills of a fence post.
the don69
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1:12pm Sun 20 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC
says...
1:14pm Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:FYI - McCormack now has 5 yellows and is the only one as all others have 4 or less.....no mentioning the 2 reds for Flint on top of the 4 yellows though! :-)
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Didn't know that Sap, thanks
old town robin wrote:Don't forget they limit is now reset to 10 as from Jan 1st and not 5
Can anyone say what the yellow card count is now for Ritchie and macca. Macca can and will be rested as we have ample cover. but IMO we can't afford to lose Ritchie, especially as we still have to visit every team in the top 7.
Flint should be OK after his two reds he has a clean sheet and with his new haircut, the refs won't recognise him anyway.
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No doubt they will come into play later in the season but all other top clubs except Tranmere have far more cards so not as much of a concern for us at the moment.
red white
says...
1:23pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:As we say here;
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Live in London,live in London,live in London we don't care,
We'll follow Swindon,super Swindon,follow Swindon everywhere!
Great post mate,we are out of their comfort zone reporting on us and they can't deal with it,pathetic journalists/ex wanabees.
the don69
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1:26pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Cookie43 wrote:We've done nothing wrong Cookie,Black's got fed up bank-rolling us and is trying to get some of his money back,but if he can't find a buyer?he could put us into admin,then we would lose 10 points!could still make the play-off's,but we don't want it to come to that,so hopefully Black will cut his losses and sell at a rather large loss to his Wonga wad !!!!!!!!!!
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Chish and Fips
says...
1:28pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:I always find Claridge boring, lifeless and mumbles a load of cobblers.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
Sits there slumped over the desk as if he's there under sufferance, as in his little world we all sit waiting on the edge of seats for his words of wisdom.
Sorry to disappoint you Claridge but I don't think are many around who do.
jayden
says...
1:32pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
jayden
says...
1:37pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Chish and Fips wrote:Theirs 2 words i would say to claridge weymouth,portsmouth.
the wizard wrote:I always find Claridge boring, lifeless and mumbles a load of cobblers.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
Sits there slumped over the desk as if he's there under sufferance, as in his little world we all sit waiting on the edge of seats for his words of wisdom.
Sorry to disappoint you Claridge but I don't think are many around who do.
SAPFanSTFC
says...
1:58pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Have normally bought and read it by now as I love the fact you get more then 1 column inch and it is about the football....not been out today though.
the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
---.
I really don't understand this BBC issue - need to get hold of our inside man at the Beeb and find out what it is....we all know Claridge hates us but then it is perfectly mutual!! :-)
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Unless everyone agrees with him he gets all pompus and spouts drivel - like when the Bournemouth player picked the ball up in the penalty area -
"I feel sorry for the defender and not his fault the referee's to blame for not giving the free-kick"....WHAT!?
..yes you feel for him but he picked the ball up with no whistle!...DUH!!?
SAPFanSTFC
says...
2:05pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:Not sure many on here ever liked him Wiz...just a few who were maybe being Devil's Advocate.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
...
I thought the board meeting was today? If it was yesterday then no doubt we'll get a trickle in the morning from the articles (none seem to come out on a Sunday any more) but there may be a lot of secrecy required still if potential buyers are short-listed.
smirg kcab
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2:05pm Sun 20 Jan 13
old town robin wrote:Thought she looked more like a bloke.
smirg kcab wrote:The ref wasn't too bad, a few strange decision, took a look at the Shrews site this morning, their manager Graham Turner thought after seeing the play back the penalty looked a bit harsh, but he did admit it was hard to judge from the dugout and he did praise our fans effort to get the game played and admitted we were the better team that didn't give his players any time on the ball.
Oi Den! wrote:Den
Very encouaging and impressive (and very long of course!) post-match interview with PDC on BBC Wilts. Well worth a listen. It sounds as if some kind of takeover is almost in the bag. Fingers crossed, baited breath and all that.
.
A superb moment today when PDC was instructing our players on how to deal with a Shrewsbury sub before he'd even stepped onto the pitch!
Yes I said to my mate (yes I do have one). Look at Paolo after he called flint over to give him advise on how to combat the threat from the sub before he walked on the pitch. Pure genius also perhaps it's me flint don't look so intimidating to the refs with his hair shorter?. As to the ref I thought he was absolutely brilliant yesterday with no one commenting on him so far, so I thought I might just mention him, as you also likes to appraise officials.
Onwards and upwards.
The league starts now
What did you think of the the lady lineswoman on the Arlells side I thought she got a few decisions wrong but nothing too controversial, in fact the ref over ruled her on a couple of occassions.
Yeah she did do a couple of dodgy mistakes but as I said the ref rectified it that's why I thought he had a good game and also he could have gave a free kick outside the box instead of waiting to award a pen, another great shout.
Going back to the lino she could have been used better, like making and cooking the pizzas for Paolo and his red and white helpers.
No place for women in the world of football.
Onwards and upwards
Stratton Red
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2:08pm Sun 20 Jan 13
TheDukeOfBanbury wrote:I'd rather play two strikers to score goals that play to win free kicks...
The Jockster wrote: A well deserved win for the players the manager and the fans who all contributed to the win. Jeez that was parky towards the end. My five penneth on the game: - Ferry mom by a mile - some muppet tweeted to bbc wilts that Miller was orchestrating the midfield -I think he meant Max Miller! Taxi time for Martin everybody should score a pen -he never looked like scoring from open play- Willo henceforth to be called long John silver cos has only got a right peg otherwise he could have cut inside the keeper and hit it with his left - good job he can jump up on his good leg to head a ball. Great pen save from Fods and generally good all round defence and well deserved 3,points well done lads. Just about thawed out now!No way Mate have to disagree. Martin is excellent up front and the reason why Williams is getting more direct running with his pace, due to the fact that he can hold the ball and find a pass. He is a clever player. Watch how many free kicks he plays for as well. Really hope we keep him. The goals will come.
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Great all round team performance yesterday. Ferry was my MotM but thought everyone played well.
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Not sure what all the commotion is on Twatter, because I've a life...
red white
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2:26pm Sun 20 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Makes winning all the sweeter.
old town robin wrote:Be interesting to see how they ignore us when we beat Tranmere away next Saturday....no doubt they'll focus on what is happening off the pitch.
Cookie43 wrote:Brizzi City bottom of the champioship. Brizzi city bottom of div 2,
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Swindon town 3rd in div 1, say no more, the BBC are so bias, they are a disgrace. With only 4 or 5 games on yesterday I was sure the Football league show would give us some coverage, but the same as was the case last week at Bournemouth, we didn't get a mention, I dare say we will when we get beat though. lol
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I've stopped getting wound up by the Football League show now and just find it laughable.
....
Let's keep the Green Eyed Monster growing!
SAPFanSTFC
says...
2:48pm Sun 20 Jan 13
red white wrote:Too right! :-)
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Makes winning all the sweeter.
old town robin wrote:Be interesting to see how they ignore us when we beat Tranmere away next Saturday....no doubt they'll focus on what is happening off the pitch.
Cookie43 wrote:Brizzi City bottom of the champioship. Brizzi city bottom of div 2,
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Swindon town 3rd in div 1, say no more, the BBC are so bias, they are a disgrace. With only 4 or 5 games on yesterday I was sure the Football league show would give us some coverage, but the same as was the case last week at Bournemouth, we didn't get a mention, I dare say we will when we get beat though. lol
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I've stopped getting wound up by the Football League show now and just find it laughable.
....
Let's keep the Green Eyed Monster growing!
---.
Got two Tranmere supporting mates and both are looking for revenge but both confide that they and others don't hold out much hope of beating us given the recent record and perceived jinx over them! :-)
.
Last 4 seasons together we've:
Pld 7 - W 5 - D 1 - L1 - F 17 - A 3
Let's hope it is 6-1-1 20-4 after next Saturday!!?... :-)
the wizard
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2:59pm Sun 20 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Hi Ian, yes you may well be right about the meeting. I did however notice that Nick Watkins was obvious by his absence yesterday as well or did I just miss him. I was in the LL not long after 12 and did do a sortie up to the chuck wagon, but didn't see him doing his rounds at all.
the wizard wrote:Not sure many on here ever liked him Wiz...just a few who were maybe being Devil's Advocate.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
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The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
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Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
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I thought the board meeting was today? If it was yesterday then no doubt we'll get a trickle in the morning from the articles (none seem to come out on a Sunday any more) but there may be a lot of secrecy required still if potential buyers are short-listed.
I hope its Black who makes any announcements when the time comes. I don't trust Wyatt Earp one bit, typical cowboy. With diplo's like him is it any wonder we never get hostages back alive.
Oi Den!
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3:37pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own.
the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
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I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.
jayden
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4:04pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:Hi Den well im glad it was not just me that thought Chris Dunlavys article was poor to say the least.Yep i couldnt care less what any of the pundits have to say i just commented on the use of that team in third phraise.Enjoy the cold yesterday Den? We will meet up soon im sure.One last thing i thought the ref was poor for both sides yesterday but the linesmen/woman were good.
jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own.
the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
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I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.
the wizard
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4:57pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Dunno about the lino in front of the DR, blind or what, but like most I'm sure they are like old dogs. Most old dogs suffer with selective hearing, linos' suffer with selective vision.
Oi Den! wrote:Hi Den well im glad it was not just me that thought Chris Dunlavys article was poor to say the least.Yep i couldnt care less what any of the pundits have to say i just commented on the use of that team in third phraise.Enjoy the cold yesterday Den? We will meet up soon im sure.One last thing i thought the ref was poor for both sides yesterday but the linesmen/woman were good.
jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own.
the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
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I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.
How they missed some of the stuff in the first half I dunno, and the penalty, well I think the ref wasn't going to give it initially but the crowd uproar changed his mind. Surprised Alan Macca didn't get a card for the penalty foul.
SAPFanSTFC
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5:55pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:Have to admit, didn't see him myself either - he almost always comes into the members lounge but didn't appear yesterday.....we had an awful lot of extra people around us yesterday and not sure they we're all sponsors overflow either...if you get my drift.
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Hi Ian, yes you may well be right about the meeting. I did however notice that Nick Watkins was obvious by his absence yesterday as well or did I just miss him. I was in the LL not long after 12 and did do a sortie up to the chuck wagon, but didn't see him doing his rounds at all.
the wizard wrote:Not sure many on here ever liked him Wiz...just a few who were maybe being Devil's Advocate.
jayden wrote:Hi Jayden,
Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.
the don69 wrote:If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy.
Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!
!
The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried.
It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us.
As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside.
Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL
"NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE"
+
Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back.
I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.
...
I thought the board meeting was today? If it was yesterday then no doubt we'll get a trickle in the morning from the articles (none seem to come out on a Sunday any more) but there may be a lot of secrecy required still if potential buyers are short-listed.
I hope its Black who makes any announcements when the time comes. I don't trust Wyatt Earp one bit, typical cowboy. With diplo's like him is it any wonder we never get hostages back alive.
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Where would be a good place to watch the Crawley v Swindon match on TV in Swindon?..can't go due to commitments during the day but am not missing it for anything!
jayden
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6:07pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oxon-Red
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6:17pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:Haven't read the article but I do find it a bit annoying that there is no mention of Bournemouth, who also have a rich backer.
jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own. . I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
Perhaps a number of Journo's are looking to retire to the South Coast, or is it because they have a nice manager, or have they been through SO MUCH. Lower average attendance, a big squad, pay £400,000 for a player, bid £?000,000 for Ritchie. Are they cheating too ?????
Answer is NO same as Town, we are both very lucky to have or have had a backer that has supported the club.
As for the football league show, quite happy to not be mentioned until we win it in April :-)
COYMR
the wizard
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6:21pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Don't you just love it when a plan comes together, lol.
Ha ha made my day some cheeky little oxford fans just snow balled me shouting cheats, but missed and hit the neighbours car who is a oxford fan and smashed his wing mirror.
They don't like it up 'em !!! and did they get the three sided tip open, they didn't even try, morons !!
Oxon-Red
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6:38pm Sun 20 Jan 13
the wizard wrote:Thought the Ref was good yesterday, he got all the important decisions right.
jayden wrote:Dunno about the lino in front of the DR, blind or what, but like most I'm sure they are like old dogs. Most old dogs suffer with selective hearing, linos' suffer with selective vision. How they missed some of the stuff in the first half I dunno, and the penalty, well I think the ref wasn't going to give it initially but the crowd uproar changed his mind. Surprised Alan Macca didn't get a card for the penalty foul.Oi Den! wrote:Hi Den well im glad it was not just me that thought Chris Dunlavys article was poor to say the least.Yep i couldnt care less what any of the pundits have to say i just commented on the use of that team in third phraise.Enjoy the cold yesterday Den? We will meet up soon im sure.One last thing i thought the ref was poor for both sides yesterday but the linesmen/woman were good.jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own. . I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
Our penalty, I think Andy Williams deserves credit for not actually going down until wrestled to the floor. The guy had hold of his arm and to Andy's credit he tried to beat the guy rather than go down. The foul started outside the box and finished well inside, how many players would have gone down earlier ?
Had a perfect view and definately a Penalty, as was their's (sadly).
COYMR
the wizard
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6:46pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Then put Raffa up front, he knows where to put the ball without doubt, just surprised we don't see more of him at the front.
jayden
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7:02pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oxon-Red wrote:missed 7 clear fouls ,gave them advantage then when we gained advantage he stopped the game and gave a foul nowhere near where it was their pen was right ours to the letter of the law was a foul outside the box .Allowed a trainer on just to walk straight off the other side of the pitch (ferry) Missed a back pass.But we all see it different thats what makes the game its funny because i didnt think he was bad but just got easy things wrong.
the wizard wrote:Thought the Ref was good yesterday, he got all the important decisions right.
jayden wrote:Dunno about the lino in front of the DR, blind or what, but like most I'm sure they are like old dogs. Most old dogs suffer with selective hearing, linos' suffer with selective vision. How they missed some of the stuff in the first half I dunno, and the penalty, well I think the ref wasn't going to give it initially but the crowd uproar changed his mind. Surprised Alan Macca didn't get a card for the penalty foul.Oi Den! wrote:Hi Den well im glad it was not just me that thought Chris Dunlavys article was poor to say the least.Yep i couldnt care less what any of the pundits have to say i just commented on the use of that team in third phraise.Enjoy the cold yesterday Den? We will meet up soon im sure.One last thing i thought the ref was poor for both sides yesterday but the linesmen/woman were good.jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own. . I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
Our penalty, I think Andy Williams deserves credit for not actually going down until wrestled to the floor. The guy had hold of his arm and to Andy's credit he tried to beat the guy rather than go down. The foul started outside the box and finished well inside, how many players would have gone down earlier ?
Had a perfect view and definately a Penalty, as was their's (sadly).
COYMR
mancrobin
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7:21pm Sun 20 Jan 13
I couldn't give a stuff whether Claridge like us or not but when listening to two so called 'informed' pundits summing up a limited number of fixtures in League 2, you would have thought the form team who hasn't lost for donkeys, has a scoring and clean sheets record second to none, has just announced it is up for sale and had 60 fans out on the pitch with the manager until 1am, might, just might, have got a mention.
Still, I refuse to become paranoid, although someone has just told me that BBC stand for Broadcasting for Bristol City.
I reckon Maniche ought to man-up and tell the producer to get some proper football dialogue of the programme.
Wilesy
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7:35pm Sun 20 Jan 13
As for the Football League show, I don't care much for Steve Claridge's opinion on anything. That show is 75% focussed on the Championship. L1 and L2 are an afterthought with the occasional visit to a club from Clem. A routine home win for the club that started in 5th place was never going to grab their attention, even with our fantastic snow shovelling, pizza providing, destined for the top manager.
In fact I don't care much for many forms of the media at the moment with some of the rubbish getting written at the moment (not a pop at Sam). The latest one by Dulaney as mentioned above is terrible journalism.
the wizard
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7:58pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den!
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8:23pm Sun 20 Jan 13
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The club is in debt to its owners. Almost every club in the country is in debt to its owners. If we are cheats, what does that make Chelsea, Manchester United etc? That question was conveniently avoided. Horrible, spiteful stuff.
the wizard
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8:26pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Oi Den!
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8:29pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Wilesy wrote:Wilesy, if the foul starts outside the box I think refs will always play advantage while the attacker stays on his feet. If the defender carries on the foul into the box, he quite rightly gets punished with a penalty.
For our penalty their defender started fouling Willo outside the box. Should that have been given from where it started? Same as the Ritchie yellow card foul - that happened just inside our half, their guy carried on lost the ball fairly and the free kick was given where he lost it just outside our area? As for the Football League show, I don't care much for Steve Claridge's opinion on anything. That show is 75% focussed on the Championship. L1 and L2 are an afterthought with the occasional visit to a club from Clem. A routine home win for the club that started in 5th place was never going to grab their attention, even with our fantastic snow shovelling, pizza providing, destined for the top manager. In fact I don't care much for many forms of the media at the moment with some of the rubbish getting written at the moment (not a pop at Sam). The latest one by Dulaney as mentioned above is terrible journalism.
Oxon-Red
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8:31pm Sun 20 Jan 13
jayden wrote:Trainer came on because Ferry asked for him. He was physically sick and didn't need him after.
Oxon-Red wrote:missed 7 clear fouls ,gave them advantage then when we gained advantage he stopped the game and gave a foul nowhere near where it was their pen was right ours to the letter of the law was a foul outside the box .Allowed a trainer on just to walk straight off the other side of the pitch (ferry) Missed a back pass.But we all see it different thats what makes the game its funny because i didnt think he was bad but just got easy things wrong.the wizard wrote:Thought the Ref was good yesterday, he got all the important decisions right. Our penalty, I think Andy Williams deserves credit for not actually going down until wrestled to the floor. The guy had hold of his arm and to Andy's credit he tried to beat the guy rather than go down. The foul started outside the box and finished well inside, how many players would have gone down earlier ? Had a perfect view and definately a Penalty, as was their's (sadly). COYMRjayden wrote:Dunno about the lino in front of the DR, blind or what, but like most I'm sure they are like old dogs. Most old dogs suffer with selective hearing, linos' suffer with selective vision. How they missed some of the stuff in the first half I dunno, and the penalty, well I think the ref wasn't going to give it initially but the crowd uproar changed his mind. Surprised Alan Macca didn't get a card for the penalty foul.Oi Den! wrote:Hi Den well im glad it was not just me that thought Chris Dunlavys article was poor to say the least.Yep i couldnt care less what any of the pundits have to say i just commented on the use of that team in third phraise.Enjoy the cold yesterday Den? We will meet up soon im sure.One last thing i thought the ref was poor for both sides yesterday but the linesmen/woman were good.jayden wrote:I've read it jayden. Absolutely appalling piece of journalism. I buy the FL Paper most weeks and am usually very impressed with Chris Dunlavy's writing, but this is terrible stuff. He hasn't bothered to check the facts; he's obviously just relied on a few sensationalist headlines to create one of his own. . I'm not sure why so many people are getting so upset about the Football League Show. They have featured us prominently many times in the past, and I'm sure they will do so again in the near future. I like the programme and I 'm really not fussed whether Claridge likes us or not. He's paid to speak his mind not to like or be liked by any club or its fans. There is nothing worse than a football pundit who sits on the fence all the time for fear of upsetting anyone. I'm sure Trevor Brooking stopped doing it years ago because the splinters were getting too uncomfortable. I bet there are fans at every club who say Claridge is biased against them, just as there are those who think they are the only ones who ever suffer from suspect refereeing decisions.the wizard wrote:Hi wiz snowing here again today.No one else seems to have read the football league paper i was hopeing to get others views on this trash.jayden wrote:Hi Jayden, Bampton looked good yesterday as did Tadpole Bridge and the road up to Buckland, so thanks for that. Came back usual way almost but via Burford as I gave a lift to a couple of chaps on the way back. I had issues with Claridge a while back and got put down for it, perhaps a few more are seeing now what I saw then. Sorry to say I rarely watch his show now as its on too late and I'm too busy to watch it on player etc. I think the bloke , ahem, (his favourite saying, ahem), is as you describe. We all see things differently, because we are human, but like Patey for example, I don't like the bloke. I do think that Leroy tries to do it better when he is on, but I think he is easily led by the Maniche guy. Doubt if I could do any better. I think they need somebody who tells the truth and actually does some research on matters properly rather than spout the rubbish about clubs such as ours right now. I'm going to have to watch more of ITV 4 as they seem to putting a lot lore on now, even if they have the dreaded adverts.Cookie43 wrote:Say WE ARE GOING UP, WE ARE GOING UP.the don69 wrote: Well Chaps on Twitter and Facebook!there saying we're the Lance Armstrong of Football,Financial doping lol,what about Man City won the premier league and lost £100m!and most clubs have huge debt's,we'll have to nick the Millwall song!nobody likes us,but we don't care!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! !If we have done wrong then i guess we will get punished but until that happens and i believe we have done nothing more than a lot of clubs, then most of it is sour grapes and jealousy. The Media are determined to lead a hate campaign against Di Canio as they want him to fail. just look at the football league show last night they could not of snubbed PDC and Swindon town any more if they tried. It was pathetic even BBC points west hate us especially that bristol TW.T Geoff Twentyman they are so biased to the bristol clubs its ridiculous even yeovil get more coverage than us. As i said before its just jealousy because we have a manger with more passion in his little finger than most other mangers put together and they hate us for it. Because both bristol clubs are a embarrassment it twists the local BBC sports journalist up inside. Steve Claridge is a failed washed up has been and hates us. Even BBC five live refused to take calls from swindon fans trying to praise PDC for his efforts I say F.CK THEM ALL "NO ONE LIKES US WE DONT CARE" +
The back pass rule is so confusing and can be mis-interpreted. This is one rule that needs to be clarified, especially to kids playing as they have terrible problems with it. I don't recall one on Saturday but maybe I interpret the rule differently.
Agree about the Ritchie incident, advantage was played until they lost possession and the foul should have been taken back to where it occured.
The Williams penalty, difficult, the guy had hold of his arm outside the box but Andy's strength took him well inside (3-4 yards) before he was finally hauled down. If a player attempts a trip, fails first time outside the box because the player is strong enough but then succceeds second time inside the box, should the free kick be awarded for the first trip or the second ?
Anyone remember the Paolo quote from last season about penalties.
COYMR
the wizard
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8:40pm Sun 20 Jan 13
For Tranmere the forecast is snow from mid day and then heavy snow from 3pm, I jest not.
see,
http://xcweather.co.
uk/forecast/tranmere
Oi Den!
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8:44pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Rebel_phish
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10:07pm Sun 20 Jan 13
Our financial situation is clearly that the own wants out and he would like his money back, if pos. We dont owe the council, the taxman, players or any suppliers. So whats the problem. Black sell and someone else buys - simple transaction.
Yet a thought occured to me, Port Vale went into admin last season cos of financial difficulties. now after a restructuring they're riding high in L2. Don't hear anyone knocking them.
Oldhamred
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11:48pm Sun 20 Jan 13
You buy a used car for £5k.
(Read: STFC)
You keep the car for a couple of years during which time you either:
A) Spend thousands upgrading the vehicle to a better standard.
(Read: Sign Players, Gain Promotion, Push for 2nd Promotion)
B) Spend just enough money so the car loses no value.
(Read: Retain league status....just)
C) Spend no money on maintenance and accept the car WILL have an ongoing depreciation in value.
(Read: Freefall out of existance)
Whichever option you choose is up to you as the OWNER, and it is also up to you as the OWNER to sell that car at WHATEVER PRICE YOU CHOOSE!!
Wilesy
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9:31am Mon 21 Jan 13
Oi Den! wrote:I think the Williams incident was a long continuous foul which got worse inside the area, so a fair penalty.
Oxon, I disagree on the Ritchie incident. Same principle as the Williams penalty.
The Ritchie one though should surely have been taken back to where the foul started and ended. Otherwise if the attacker had run on 10 yards further into the box and then had the ball taken off him you're saying that should be a penalty?
Oi Den!
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2:40pm Mon 21 Jan 13
SAPFanSTFC says...
10:12am Sat 19 Jan 13
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Paolo IS a legend of STFC in my book already!
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Scarves Out and hold them High everyone!!!