havanatopia Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) Weather is a funny old thing you know. No sooner has the dust settled on the last match day thread, where I wanted to dwell a while for those poor souls in the Caribbean, and along comes Tropical Storm Lannie maybe soon Typhoon. As if the Pacific will not be outdone by the Atlantic storm season the activity in the Philippine Sea takes a decided turn for the worse. Weather is a funny old thing you know. I left work a little earlier than usual as the rain and wind had abated a tad and I saw an opportunity. Alas it lasted only a few minutes before I was swept up along one Manila street with a sudden gust and downpour. I took shelter and loitering around the lobby, of what I soon discovered was a hospital, I picked up a small leaflet. On the front was a circular logo in blue with a sort of cog surrounding the circle and a red and white quartered crest in the middle of it all. It looked a bit like the Rotary Club crest although I might be a mile away from that as an accurate comparison. Anyway, more to the point, the name of the crest instantly struck me because I had looked up a little about Wolverhampton Wanderers' history over lunch earlier in the day. When formed, in 1877, Wolves were called St Lukes after the local church. The name on that hospital crest?, St. Lukes. And had it not been for the dodgy weather I would likely, hopefully, never have set foot in that hospital. Weather. I hear it might be rather inclement this evening in the Birmingham environs so all you hardy souls making your way north I hope you avoid the worst of it or at least keep out of the wet. Molinueuuewweeuuuuxxujuu, I could never spell it, is a modern theatre of football so i hope it keeps you dry. Previous match day threads on Wolves I have talked about their history and their town and all that sort of trivia. Nevertheless here are a few bits and pieces about their past which rank as worthy of a smile or entry to my mind. In 1938, Wolves needed only to win the last game of the season to be champions for the first time, but were beaten 1–0 at Sunderland and Arsenal claimed the title. That must have been painful for the Wolves but I bet Sunderland were laughing like nuts and Arsenal somewhat grateful. As if that was not hilarious or heartbreaking enough they repeated it after the war and not even the magic of Stan Cullis, in his last ever match for Wolves, could stop it;- When league football resumed in 1946, Wolves suffered yet another heartbreaking failure in the First Division. Just as in 1938, victory in their last match of the season against title rivals Liverpool would have won the title but a 2–1 defeat gave the 1947 championship to the Merseyside club instead. Poor little blighters. And then, 2 years later, they missed out again on the title on goal difference. I guess you have to hand it to them though because with Billy Wright as captain and Cullis as manager they finally won their first of 3 titles in 1954. Wolves were, to be fair, the dominant force in English football in the 50's. I am not sure if Stan Cullis' 'kick and rush' football left a lasting legacy but it sure made an impression on European football at the time. Those that have researched this era of football can no doubt talk more about it. Wolves were pioneers in the style and the science of football and had super fit athletes of their day. According to the modern era fan Wolves play slick football under their Spanish (?) coach and many, on their forum, seem to have a respect for the way we play our game and that tonight will generally not be easy for them. Some pointing out that if City play the usual 'nice passing game' (is that fair or myth? I have no idea) then Wolves will win. I suppose that suggests that if City try a Millwall rear guard type of action a point or more might be on offer. I wonder how Lee will set up then. Enjoy the game folks and I hope we at least give a good account roared on by the usual vociferous City away support. St Lukes 1 City 1 .. fatal for me to make a prediction so I used a non sensical name for them. Edited September 12, 2017 by havanatopia 16 1 Quote Link to comment
Phileas Fogg Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) I think you'll find NTTDS has beaten you to the punch merge needed! Joking aside, interesting read as per. Hoping for a draw at least, we have horrible form there so would be very pleased with that. Edited September 12, 2017 by Phileas Fogg Quote Link to comment
stawey Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 thanks, usual high standard from hav Quote Link to comment
havanatopia Posted September 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Hardly think its worthy of a usurping merge Phil do you? But hey ho, whateverrrrrrrr. 1 Quote Link to comment
Major Isewater Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 51 minutes ago, Phileas Fogg said: I think you'll find NTTDS has beaten you to the punch merge needed! Joking aside, interesting read as per. Hoping for a draw at least, we have horrible form there so would be very pleased with that. This one's official. The other one is for the rebels amongst us . Wolves eh ? As long as David Bloody Kelly doesn't come out of retirement I fancy a result for us tonight. We have had a steady , solid start to our season. Win tonight we will all be thinking the unthinkable. Lose and most will think we've reverted to type. I believe Young Bobby and Fammy will bag a goal each . Will it be enough ? 1 Quote Link to comment
hoxton casual Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 0 -1 I think to them. That is progress imho. Love to get rid of that 1931 record. Quote Link to comment
Eastside Moonwalker Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 If we can get a win or draw today we'd be in a great position, think Fammy Abraham deserves one more game starting to see what he's got before maybe we bench him for another striker though. Although every time I've seen city play Wolves we've lost , but here's hoping Quote Link to comment
old_eastender Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Pissano missing is a big loss. We rode our luck against Reading, cannot see that lasting an even sterner test. I'll go for 3-1 to Wolves. Quote Link to comment
reddogkev Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 1-1 draw, but I'd take a loss fair and square on the chin as long as we don't get duffed up too badly. Bet you haven't heard anyone say 'duffed up' for a while, eh? COME ON YOU REDSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Quote Link to comment
Lrrr Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Just read the fact of us having not won away on a Tuesday since Bradford in league 1, coincidentally the last Tuesday away game I attended... Quote Link to comment
Offside Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 It would be great to break the Molineux jinx but I can't see us winning. A draw would be a good result. Quote Link to comment
Buster Footman's T shirt Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 I think it may be a hideous spectacle. Think reminiscent of crazy gang era Wimbledon v john beck era Cambridge utd without the goalposts. 0-0 and would take that all day 1 Quote Link to comment
EmersonsRed Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Take a point if offered now. Quote Link to comment
Garland-sweden Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Not a win there siince 1931. Phu. But the times they are a changing, Bob Dylan sang. Yes we can do it. Always believe, Coyr!!! Quote Link to comment
Distortia Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 I think we'll give it a good go, but fall short and lose 2-1. They're a good team, as they should be with the quality of players brought in. As has been said, no shame in losing away to Wolves this year. Quote Link to comment
Major Isewater Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 I hope the players don't go into the match with the same defeatist attitude of many posters. We are not cannon fodder . We can win this . Who gave our reserves a chance against Premier League side Watford ? We must battle all the way against every team in this tough league but we can beat anyone , anywhere. Now City , prove me right . 6 Quote Link to comment
wendyredredrobin Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) 4 hours ago, Eastside Moonwalker said: If we can get a win or draw today we'd be in a great position, think Fammy Abraham deserves one more game starting to see what he's got before maybe we bench him for another striker though. Although every time I've seen city play Wolves we've lost , but here's hoping Or perhaps bench him for a central defender who can score goals. I do fear a hammering though, but hope for a point. Any more than that and we will certainly have turned a corner. Worried about the right back situation with eros injured. Edited September 12, 2017 by wendyredredrobin Quote Link to comment
AppyDAZE Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) 7 minutes ago, wendyredredrobin said: Or perhaps bench him for a central defender who can score goals. I do fear a hammering though, but hope for a point. Any more than that and we will certainly have turned a corner. Our defence looks a lot, lot better this season. Not saying i expect to win, but there is nothing to suggest we will get steam-rolled. Oh, dear.. what have i said. EDIT: No sod it, we'll win... we're due it up there. Edited September 12, 2017 by AppyDAZE Quote Link to comment
downendcity Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 You look at some fixtures and based on history you automatically accept that defeat is a foregone conclusion, and Wolves away is one of those. Then again, so was Reading! Quote Link to comment
Fordy62 Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 How are people's journeys coming along? Quote Link to comment
ZiderEyed Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 2-1, FD and Leko. Mon the reds. Quote Link to comment
Ska Junkie Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 16 minutes ago, Fordy62 said: How are people's journeys coming along? I've just driven back from Wolverhampton and it looked pretty clear although I wouldn't try and go as far as the M6, possibly go off the M5 at West Bromwich or the Dudley (Dudley / W'hampton) turn before it. Anything past J2 will mean delays. 1 Quote Link to comment
WhistleHappy Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Sadly... They don't have a Doogan and we don't have a Gow (both legends, R I P) So there's not a lot to fear for either side tonight... draw! Quote Link to comment
Septic Peg Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 3-2 to the moon howlers... It'll all go tits up and LJ's head will be on a hypothetical spike by 10pm... Quote Link to comment
Phileas Fogg Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 3-1 to Wolves, but I anticipate a steely performance where we come out with some credit. Hope City prove me wrong. Quote Link to comment
Fordy62 Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Phileas Fogg said: 3-1 to Wolves, but I anticipate a steely performance where we come out with some credit. Hope City prove me wrong. I hope they prove you right! Sort of. Edited September 12, 2017 by Fordy62 Quote Link to comment
RumRed Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) 1-2 to City. Blind faith will see us through. (please let me be right for once) COYR Edited September 12, 2017 by RumRed 2 Quote Link to comment
Big C Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Two changes then Wright for Vyner, Leko for Paterson Quote Link to comment
Nibor Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 Bristol City FC ⚽️ #BristolCity v Wolves: Fielding, Wright, Flint, Baker, Bryan, O'Dowda, Brownhill, K.Smith, Leko, Reid, Diedhiou. #WOLvBRC ⚽️ #BristolCity subs: Steele, Magnússon, Pack, Eliasson, Paterson, Taylor, Woodrow. #WOLvBRC Seems a bit odd. Wright at right back? Quote Link to comment
Meh Posted September 12, 2017 Report Share Posted September 12, 2017 (edited) Wright back !! Leko and Famara start - interesting!! Edited September 12, 2017 by Neo Quote Link to comment
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