wendyredredrobin Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 To be honest, does anyone know any of their players? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 6 minutes ago, wendyredredrobin said: To be honest, does anyone know any of their players? When i was young i did. Now i could only name a few. Why? They are irrelevant now 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 12 minutes ago, wendyredredrobin said: To be honest, does anyone know any of their players? Brett Pitman? I think? Is Mark Little still there? And I know the Father of their CB, couldn't name anyone else I don't think 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 1 hour ago, TonyTonyTony said: When i was young i did. Now i could only name a few. Why? They are irrelevant now There's a young lad stands next to me he's been there with his friends the last couple of seasons, his mates weren't there, so when the East End were singing "Joey's going down" he turned to me and the conversation was. "Who are they singing about?" Me. "Joey Barton" "Ah right,........ who does he play for these days?" Me. "He doesn't play for anyone, he's Manager of the rovers" "Ah right.......... and they aren't doing very well?" Me. "No especially if they lose today" "Uhuh, what's the Cardiff score?" ‐‐_ That's how important they are in the scheme of things these days, I think it's only us oldies, that have even a passing interest in their results. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samo II Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 11 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: There's a young lad stands next to me he's been there with his friends the last couple of seasons, his mates weren't there, so when the East End were singing "Joey's going down" he turned to me and the conversation was. "Who are they singing about?" Me. "Joey Barton" "Ah right,........ who does he play for these days?" Me. "He doesn't play for anyone, he's Manager of the rovers" "Ah right.......... and they aren't doing very well?" Me. "No especially if they lose today" "Uhuh, what's the Cardiff score?" ‐‐_ That's how important they are in the scheme of things these days, I think it's only us oldies, that have even a passing interest in their results. I get this. I’m not super young but for me; Rovers haven’t been realistic opposition to us throughout most of my time supporting City - they are a hilarious side show rather than any kind of threat. Cardiff on the other hand… been some close fought, fierce rivalry games across the last while, and I am more concerned about the games against them than I would one against Rovers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 16 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: There's a young lad stands next to me he's been there with his friends the last couple of seasons, his mates weren't there, so when the East End were singing "Joey's going down" he turned to me and the conversation was. "Who are they singing about?" Me. "Joey Barton" "Ah right,........ who does he play for these days?" Me. "He doesn't play for anyone, he's Manager of the rovers" "Ah right.......... and they aren't doing very well?" Me. "No especially if they lose today" "Uhuh, what's the Cardiff score?" ‐‐_ That's how important they are in the scheme of things these days, I think it's only us oldies, that have even a passing interest in their results. There’s a lot of truth in this, my two boys are in their late 20’s and have hardly ever seen a Derby except the 2-1 game 7/8 years ago, they have no dislike for them or their fans and get on really well with the odd gashead that they know, there just isn’t the hatred their was in the 30 years pre millennium because they are such an irrelevance and non-entity now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 2 minutes ago, harrys said: and get on really well with the odd gashead That’s all of them. 2 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordy62 Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 26 minutes ago, samo II said: I get this. I’m not super young but for me; Rovers haven’t been realistic opposition to us throughout most of my time supporting City - they are a hilarious side show rather than any kind of threat. Cardiff on the other hand… been some close fought, fierce rivalry games across the last while, and I am more concerned about the games against them than I would one against Rovers. Christ. Just had a think about that. I’m 40. More than half my life they’ve been below us and I’m pretty old! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillies Downs Leeds Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 3 hours ago, MarcusX said: Brett Pitman? I think? Is Mark Little still there? And I know the Father of their CB, couldn't name anyone else I don't think Litts is at Yeovil now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samo II Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 1 hour ago, Fordy62 said: Christ. Just had a think about that. I’m 40. More than half my life they’ve been below us and I’m pretty old! Im not far behind… And yes; it’s 20 years since we had any meaningful league action against them - I remember well the last league win against them; them going up in the first minute, only for us to come back. Thing is; it’s basically a near-childhood memory now - the games since haven’t carried the same weight, and don’t see matches like that retuning any time soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 1 hour ago, Rudolf Hucker said: That’s all of them. On form Mr Hucker. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted September 29, 2021 Report Share Posted September 29, 2021 10 hours ago, Ska Junkie said: 'Legend'? never heard of him. Must have seemed quite novel to those in attendance. Watching Rovers playing against a team wearing their own away kit - and not ending up in non league..! 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirColinOfMansfield Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 How many managers can boast a Top 5 list like this? #5. Joey Barton stubbs Cigar Bud in Youth Player's Eye (Fined six weeks' wages) #4. Joey Barton exposes Himself to Everton Fans (Fined £2000) #3. Joey Barton's Incarceration (Sentenced to six months behind bars) #2. Joey Barton Gouges Out a Teammate’s Eye (Four-month suspended sentence +200 hours of community service + £3000 compensation) #1. Joey Barton's Ugly QPR Incident (Suspended for 12 games and fined £75,000) https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/5-times-bristol-rovers-manager-has-made-bad-news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, SirColinOfMansfield said: How many managers can boast a Top 5 list like this? #5. Joey Barton stubbs Cigar Bud in Youth Player's Eye (Fined six weeks' wages) #4. Joey Barton exposes Himself to Everton Fans (Fined £2000) #3. Joey Barton's Incarceration (Sentenced to six months behind bars) #2. Joey Barton Gouges Out a Teammate’s Eye (Four-month suspended sentence +200 hours of community service + £3000 compensation) #1. Joey Barton's Ugly QPR Incident (Suspended for 12 games and fined £75,000) https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/5-times-bristol-rovers-manager-has-made-bad-news Family club mind . . . . . as in keeping it in the family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 Police working with Bristol Rovers Football Club to identify fans who ran onto pitch | Avon and Somerset Police Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReds Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, SirColinOfMansfield said: How many managers can boast a Top 5 list like this? #5. Joey Barton stubbs Cigar Bud in Youth Player's Eye (Fined six weeks' wages) #4. Joey Barton exposes Himself to Everton Fans (Fined £2000) #3. Joey Barton's Incarceration (Sentenced to six months behind bars) #2. Joey Barton Gouges Out a Teammate’s Eye (Four-month suspended sentence +200 hours of community service + £3000 compensation) #1. Joey Barton's Ugly QPR Incident (Suspended for 12 games and fined £75,000) https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/5-times-bristol-rovers-manager-has-made-bad-news And after the latest charge(s), the wishing Wael was right on the ball: "Firstly, I think it is really important to confirm that as a club we stand firmly against any form of violence. Any individual that is found guilty of any such offences will be dismissed immediately. I understand the concerns expressed by a number of you. Why would someone with Wallys so called principles hire him in the first place, it's as if that statement is a load of bull and was made up to appease a few of the saggies.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readie14 Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, SirColinOfMansfield said: How many managers can boast a Top 5 list like this? #5. Joey Barton stubbs Cigar Bud in Youth Player's Eye (Fined six weeks' wages) #4. Joey Barton exposes Himself to Everton Fans (Fined £2000) #3. Joey Barton's Incarceration (Sentenced to six months behind bars) #2. Joey Barton Gouges Out a Teammate’s Eye (Four-month suspended sentence +200 hours of community service + £3000 compensation) #1. Joey Barton's Ugly QPR Incident (Suspended for 12 games and fined £75,000) https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/5-times-bristol-rovers-manager-has-made-bad-news The team was out for a Christmas party in 2004 when a fracas ensued between Tandy and Barton, who had dressed up as Jimmy Savile. All makes sense now the cigar was part of his Jimmy Saville costume. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 27 minutes ago, Super said: Police working with Bristol Rovers Football Club to identify fans who ran onto pitch | Avon and Somerset Police “Our supporters travel in VAST numbers across the country”. They just can’t stop themselves 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedZepperin Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 Just now, harrys said: “Our supporters travel in VAST numbers across the country” No surprise some of them spill over onto the pitch occasionally. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter O Hanraha-hanrahan Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) 26 minutes ago, harrys said: “Our supporters travel in VAST numbers across the country”. They just can’t stop themselves Yes, they’re like the Leeds Utd of the basement division. I imagine Barrow won’t be the only club this year who will be financially secure for decades after hosting the Gas and their gargantuan army of travelling supporters.... Edited September 30, 2021 by Peter O Hanraha-hanrahan 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gert Mare Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) On 29/09/2021 at 14:45, wendyredredrobin said: To be honest, does anyone know any of their players? Well, if you listen to the Gasheads I know, regardless of who currently plays for Rovers they'll reel off:- Frankie Prince, Smash and Grab, Paul Randall and Olly Olloway. When probed a little more they will mention Ricky Lambert because he scored 'that goal against the shit' and they all had a collective tug when he played for England. This team of about 6 geriatrics are managed by Gerry Francis. That's about it from the 'Stuck in the 70's Neanderthals'. Edited September 30, 2021 by Gert Mare 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Super said: Police working with Bristol Rovers Football Club to identify fans who ran onto pitch | Avon and Somerset Police “Bristol Rovers scored two late goals to come from behind to win the fixture on Saturday 25 September to claim three points in the League Two encounter. These late goals led to both Bristol Rovers fans running onto the pitch to celebrate, contravening section four of Football Offences Act 1991.“ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globe Trotter Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 I’ve not seen any footage but if all they did was celebrate is it really proportionate for the police and Rovers to be trying to identify a few simpletons doing a little jig of delight after a rare win in the fourth division of English football? I believe in looking after those less fortunate - Gasheads should be allowed the odd moment of enjoyment to distract themselves from their woeful club, miserable existence and the fact the gap’s 21st birthday is upon us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Globe Trotter said: I’ve not seen any footage but if all they did was celebrate is it really proportionate for the police and Rovers to be trying to identify a few simpletons doing a little jig of delight after a rare win in the fourth division of English football? I believe in looking after those less fortunate - Gasheads should be allowed the odd moment of enjoyment to distract themselves from their woeful club, miserable existence and the fact the gap’s 21st birthday is upon us. A complete and total waste of police resources 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 Made me chuckle.... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 3 hours ago, Gert Mare said: Well, if you listen to the Gasheads I know, regardless of who currently plays for Rovers they'll reel off:- Frankie Prince, Smash and Grab, Paul Randall and Olly Olloway. When probed a little more they will mention Ricky Lambert because he scored 'that goal against the shit' and they all had a collective tug when he played for England. This team of about 6 geriatrics are managed by Gerry Francis. That's about it from the 'Stuck in the 70's Neanderthals'. You missed out Gary Penrice. He usually gets a mention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 7 minutes ago, Lanterne Rouge said: You missed out Gary Penrice. He usually gets a mention. ... and Nigel Martyn ... funny how few of them seem very proud of Gary Mabbutt - they just can’t stop rabbiting on about their heroes of 1990 and squads around that time ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterRedthanBlue Posted September 30, 2021 Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 On 29/09/2021 at 17:00, Port Said Red said: There's a young lad stands next to me he's been there with his friends the last couple of seasons, his mates weren't there, so when the East End were singing "Joey's going down" he turned to me and the conversation was. "Who are they singing about?" Me. "Joey Barton" "Ah right,........ who does he play for these days?" Me. "He doesn't play for anyone, he's Manager of the rovers" "Ah right.......... and they aren't doing very well?" Me. "No especially if they lose today" "Uhuh, what's the Cardiff score?" ‐‐_ That's how important they are in the scheme of things these days, I think it's only us oldies, that have even a passing interest in their results. I'm 30 first game my dad took me to was a derby which we won 2-0. But I don't think of them as a rival the gap has been there for pretty much most of my life and it's hard to see them as rivals I'm more concerned with Cardiff and Swansea then I am the 15ers. They are obsessed with us (singing songs about us, checking scores constantly etc) but it feels like we've moved on, we'll all have a chuckle about their misfortune but it's hard to think of them as a true rival anymore. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42nite Posted September 30, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 1 hour ago, BetterRedThanBlue said: .... it's hard to think of them as a true rival anymore. Many people older than you have long memories. Rivals? Nah probably not, we just don't like them! Karma eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BS3City Posted September 30, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted September 30, 2021 (edited) The Blue Few aren't our rivals, and for me this thread has nothing to do with that. They were once but not anymore. For me it's about never forgetting their actions back in '82, and never missing an opportunity to laugh at them or joke at their expense, at situations they continue to pathetically create themselves. We're not making this stuff up! So anyone under the age of 50 can possibly be forgiven for not "getting" where such an intense hatred comes from. Or if you do have the hatred it might be for other reasons (probably different to mine), but that I would respect nonetheless. But for me you had to live it to understand it. For this reason I absolutely despise them, will never knowingly miss an opportunity to take the piss out of them, and will continue to do so until my last breath. I'm off to Peterborough on Saturday cos I love my team, but will be shamelessly checking my phone for their score cos I hate them so much. CTID (I feel better now) COYR!!! Edited September 30, 2021 by BS3City Additional Sag hatred 15 5 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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