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Better Tomorrow. 2020, normally eyes and your vision, not covid, death and division. This nasty old virus is trying to condemn us, to stagnation and deprivation. The virus won't beat us, Sir Tom Moore and science are with us. Our doctors and nurses are armed with their vaccines, to scratch us and save us. They've now got the tools, the people aren't fools, we'll soon have a chance to party and dance. Old Covid is fighting but not quite as frightening, it changes to fool us but we can survive this. Keep forcing it back with care and creation, we'll soon be the winners, let's unite the nation. So when you feel down, get rid of that frown, it won't be too long to go into in town. Get rid of that sorrow, it'll be better tomorrow, I know, Sir Tom said so.

?? I may at best tune in to watch 1 game to see how it actually functionally works but otherwise I have zero interest still. Seriously why the f did we have to try and go reinventing the game, again! I probably would have been looking forward to a franchise T20 competition even if they had separated the teams as they are now (just rename the team Western Fire).

Can I offer the answer to that. I think he gets the satisfaction of knowing that his prediction to date is the correct one. If we're honest, he hasn't looked like scoring and has been getting into good positions on a regular basis. To that end, you'd think that counting his many attempts on goal, he'd have got lucky with the odd one or two. That hasn't happened to date. The OP has often stated that he hopes he (Semenyo) comes good and proves him wrong, but he doesn't think he will. I have to agree with him at the moment. Semenyo has lots of abilities such as, pace, strength, a hard shot, a certain amount of trickery. What he doesn't appear to have is a brain that works at the same pace as the game. He will often make the wrong choice in passing or shooting or the run to make space and doesn't see the other players giving him options (if they are). Those things come naturally to a goal scorer. Some things can be coached and other things can be improved upon and maybe, eventually he might start scoring a few goals but, doubt he'd ever get as many as ten in a season. I know he's a long way behind in his football education in professional terms but, you have to have a knack of scoring. that seems to elude him at present. Hope the OP is wrong and I hope I am wrong.

I completely agree with all of that,however it is starting to look in my eyes that you have a big agenda against a young player in a struggling side,and that you are enjoying/looking forward to his next blank sheet.I understand your frustration with the teams performances,but you just seem to be constantly picking on an inexperienced young player,just to try and score worthless points against other posters.Semenyo is not exactly a stand out bad player in an otherwise performing team.If you want to challenge other posters opinions, that is of course fine,but it seems very unfair on a young player,to be using him as your ammunition.

When people abuse people on here - 1. I don’t like it. 2. I like to remind them that other people’s opinions are as important and valid as theirs. 3.Other people’s opinions even if different can also be right.

It could be worse.... ???

Thanks to you all for your kind words regarding my situation & especially those who took time to PM me. Sadly Mum lost her battle this morning and is now at peace. I managed to speak with her on Friday for about 5 mins which was nice. Whilst obviously upset I am also pleased that she is no longer suffering. Now having a glass of Champagne in her memory.

We can all agree 2020 has been a year like no other any of us have experienced before, and with that has brought many added pressures to people at a time of year where suicide rates increase. Please, if you feel alone or are struggling, try to talk to someone. Life might not always feel like living and you may feel like you are at rock bottom, but the world is a much better place with you in it. Personally this site really helps me, I have really low and negative days but keeping in touch with the Bristol City family is a massive thing. If anyone ever feels alone, please reach out. You can message me, or one of the many other supportive posters on here, or even talk to someone. I won't divulge personal information but I can't thank those people enough that have picked up when I've been struggling and taken the time to message me. We come from all backgrounds, beliefs, age groups and football teams etc, but I believe everyone on here would look out for a friend in need. A few of the Bristol City social media accounts shared the below today. Hopefully it'll also appear on the official website too.

Fair enough But an experienced Ex Premier League defender shouldn’t look so out of place , even playing on the wrong side Not easy but give him some protection and just ask him to defend no frills , basically and simply Been very disappointed in him , even with the mitigation he’s out of position

I haven't read the whole list of posts but, it looks like the OP was given a hard time on here, perhaps some of it deserved, as a result he's taken to getting his own back on those posters. Probably down to frustration as well, in regards to the shyte we're having to put up with at the moment, from more than just the one source. There appears to be a section of posters OTIB, in life as well, who delight in having the opportunity to knock others and never miss an opportunity to do so. We also have those that see any criticism of the team/club as a personal attack on themselves. They then shout all sorts of abuse, towards the critic. We have to be careful that this response doesn't grow, as we could end up like the blue few, who ban any detractors under the guise of shitheads., and, it doesn't seem to be doing them any good whatsoever.

Have to agree with this really.OP has in fairness,said he hopes AS progresses,as we all do.I feel though that constantly highlighting one player,in what are continuing poor performances,is unfair and unnecessary. We can all see AS goal stats,and I don't see the need for the constant gloating.

Lam out!!!

And finally - M People