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Just need to showcase them to that Tony Hart Gallery music

Since Southampton! It's actually my 21st this Oct. To quote a lyric, 'who knows where the time goes?'

I quite like the tabbed format on a match but the rest is not for the better and as above, now missing some key info. Hopefully it's going to be tweaked in time.

Surely there are more important things they could spending money on. The curtains and carpets must be due another deep clean by now.

I'll say it again. This man's last job was at Everton

Appreciate the above, it's answered a few questions i had as an RTV Airways season subscriber.

His name came up a short while back on here during a discussion about great players making great managers. His managerial career has surpassed a distinguished playing career so no doubt for me he's one of the footballing greats of all time. Strange to think his previous job was at Everton.

Joselu back on the bench at the weekend then. I can only assume they subbed Kane off for Choupo-Moting as he is good at defending his box a la Diedhiou. Subs seemed to be the trigger.

Cold night in Stoke, warm night in Madrid. Joselu cares not!

Crazy.

Been solid until then. Should be bread and butter for him.

By definition... I'd say Gow doesn't fit but Flint could.

Good piece on Bristol Live, sounds positive. https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/adam-murphy-bristol-city-first-9270085 Body strength and box-to-box energy: Adam Murphy's impressive first steps for Bristol City Adam Murphy was introduced in the second half of Bristol City U21s' 4-2 Professional Development League victory over Charlton Athletic At the risk of delving into lazy and obvious stereotypes, from 1996 until the mid-2000s, the advertising slogan for a particular world famous brand of Irish stout was “good things come to those who wait”. As Brian Tinnion sat in the lower section of the Dolman Stand, with Ashton Gate bathed in pleasant sunshine, watching Adam Murphy burst forward after pirouetting into space from inside his own half, Bristol City’s technical director no doubt afforded himself a warm smile given how long it’s been to get to this point. Murphy’s journey from Ireland to the green grass of BS3 has been a tortuous one given the collapsed transfer last summer over physical concerns and then, having secured his signature at the start of January, the 18-year-old was required to undergo a pre-season almost on his own, coupled with some injury niggles that further delayed his entrance. The bottom tier of the Lansdown Stand was sporadically populated, to say the least, on Tuesday afternoon in City’s penultimate Professional Development League game of the season but it was an important moment nonetheless for everyone at the club, and most importantly Murphy himself, as he joined the game in the 63rd minute for Dylan Kadji. Tinnion had revealed 10 days ago the teenager would be involved for these final matches of the season, with Fleetwood Town to visit next Tuesday, with the Republic of Ireland international eased into action as he was named among the substitutes. In what proved an open, end-to-end encounter, as has been the case over their previous two fixtures, Murphy took his place at the base of midfield in a 4-2-3-1 alongside Tommy Backwell. Stocky in build but with acceleration and athleticism, he joined the game to a shout from a teammate of “go on, Murph” before putting himself about in* midfield with the scoreline reading 2-2 as Ryan Huke had just equalised for the Addicks. As City built from the back, he quickly dropped into a deep pocket to try and secure some early possession but was bypassed and his first touch proved a tackle, and a show of one side of his game. Using his body to get between man and ball it looked a straightforward challenge for him to win, but he brushed the man in navy aside with consummate ease to get City on the move again. That upper body strength was evident throughout the 27 or so minutes he was on the field and the way he tucked his shoulders down and shielded the ball meant whenever he was closed down, he never seemed to lose possession. In the build-up to Toure’s own goal, it was a loose ball in midfield that Murphy quickly jumped upon, holding his marker off before sending a pass upfield, leading to the decisive third. There were plenty of vocals as he was constantly communicating with Backwell as to who should be furthest forward or deeper, with instructions at throw-ins and in-play as to who should press, and who should block the space. So too Yeboah, who had taken his place in the No10 spot. If there were any doubts over his confidence then his decision to neglect Raph Araoye to his left and attempt a left-footed effort from around 40 yards which was blocked off, while slightly misguided, showed a certain sense of self-belief. But that should no way indicate an individual playing for himself because he was constantly tracking back, shielding the defence and looking to make recovery tackles. Even on the one occasion when he was a little outmuscled and outpaced, he stuck to Pat Casey the whole way, with the Charlton forward eventually thwarted on the edge of the box. It was from that area of the pitch from which he launched forward, for what proved the obvious highlight of his involvement. Taking a pass in the middle of the pitch, he was quickly closed down, but got his body in the way, turned quickly and then burst through centrefield. Further advancing on the Charlton area he then swept an outside of the boot through-ball into Thomas’ stride but a covering defender just got across in time to deny the City striker a clean attempt at goal. As City got a bit boxed in on the touchline at a throw-in, Murphy took charge, running towards Leeson and gesturing for the ball to take in on full and fire a low volley into Thomas’ chest further up the line. But if there was one moment that perhaps encompassed what the Irishman is all about, it was in the closing stages as Thomas found room just outside the penalty area with City trying to craft a fifth goal. Murphy had darted into the area and called for the ball, Thomas ignored him and the move broke down with Backwell then tackled as he tried to recycle possession. Charlton countered but it was City’s No15 who had sprinted back to cover the space, getting a toe in to guide the ball back to the defence. Box-to-box in the blink of an eye. These are but small steps, and next Tuesday’s game against Fleetwood Town will offer a further test, as Murphy will surely be in line to start, before he then prepares to try and impress Liam Manning over pre-season. But the promising early signs, after such a wait, were undeniable.

Yep, that's an excellent film. Incredibly powerful yet not a lot happens. You see next to nothing of the camp but the subtle hints both visually and audibly tell the story. Very clever and interesting film about a very delicate subject. Well worth your time.

Really good. Top, top bloke. Hope enjoys those holidays.

Classy and with gravitas. Just what you'd expect from Nige. If King won't be around after hanging up his boots, i hope we cross paths with him again in the future. I'm sure he'll be successful in what he chooses to do next. All the best to him.

Can't argue with that Dave. I'm sure Liam would agree!

Probably a little unlucky to miss out this time. Good form is good form regardless. Had this been a mid season run i think he would of got a nomination. Can see why they've gone as they have.

Worthy nomination. Been really impressed with him in recent weeks.

Clever amd beautifully executed FK.

It's raining pens, hallelujah It's raining pens,amen.

“Not at the moment,” Manning said, when asked whether there had been any developments around his contract situation. “We’re really keen to keep him. I think we’ve been quite clear on that. An offer has gone into him so the decision will be with him, ultimately. “He’s been great, I love working with him. He’s been one, I think we can have a real positive impact on his career. I don’t think he’s someone who has to chase anything too soon. If you look at his journey so far this season, he’s improving and getting much better. For me, he should be targeting 15 goals plus next season, that should be the aim for him. He’s someone, when you look at it, the defensive side is terrific. “At the weekend, the cross at the near post where he nearly scores, I think he’s now starting to get in better areas and part of it, having Twiney helps that; you see the relationship between them building, the link-up is massive. “Tommy’s someone who we want to keep and the ball’s in his court now.” https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/tommy-conway-bristol-city-contract-9244274

Just cracked open one of these to set the mood...

Thinking about it, you don't often see an on the ball head-butt. Would take some doing.

Players player of the year i reckon.