Cider_boy

Sheff Utd 2 up, gulp

Looking at stats, for what they are worth, just reinforce how we are playing, possession they are well ahead, but matching them for shots, and ahead of shots in target. One of those that unless they pull in around, which is possible, their manager will come in for some stick for his changes.

Have they got the majority of possession because they are out playing us, or has Cotts issued instructions to make sure we don't get caught on the break.  Let them have the ball, and defend it properly.

2.10 of injury time played according to the BBC - I think they under-reported it by 2 seconds, it's really 2.12

You don't get a point for losing 2-0

haahaa, too much cider earlier, I meant;

or it may turn out that we're one of few teams not to come away with at least a point from them.

although maybe teams that play at Ashton Gate should get a point for losing 2-0 away?

 guys get a grip of yourselves.

More inclined to do that when we win. (Sorry couldn't help it!)

Can't take too much from the first game or two of a season (which is why I never start betting until a few games in). SW may walk away with the title and this result not look too bad, or it may turn out that we're one of few teams to come away with at least a point from them.

Hopefully, it will mean that SL will ensure the necessary cash is available to strengthen if he wasn't already....

:laugh: According to the BBC - Gas have had no shots (8 to the cobblers) - and some think our game is one sided!

Can't we at least get a corner - give Flinty a chance to score first (as I voted for!)

Looks like they updated the job ad this afternoon:

http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/vacancy-first-team-physiotherapist-2601361.aspx

Must have someone in place for tomorrow, interviews are next week (if anyone applies!)

We should all apply. It'll be epic.

Would be funny - and it's not normal to take certificates to an interview - just bring them with you on you first day, if you could turn up by 2.30 on 8 August...

Just seen this wonderful image on a rovers fans Facebook page.

Nice to see the scarf being held correctly.

Make sure the doors are locked - or the gas will try to steal AG again, by claiming squatters rights.

http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/pitch-side-physiotherapist-required-2582551.aspx#il7iAGI5AsJEik3s.99

hahahaha.

That really is hilarious!

The sucessful candidate must be able to start immediately.

So what happens if they don't get someone by their first game, as the new season starts soon (thank god!)

Not too happy. If Rovers go bust, many entities (including local traders) will be left owed money by something that no longer exists.

And if you're a local (or any sort of trader) you should no longer be doing business with Rovers other than cash up front! The loss of credit terms is often what tips someone into administration earlier than would otherwise be the case.

Ems Bradshaw Sad how them shitheads got **** all to shout about that they gotta take soo much notice of our club ..

 

 

Apparently she works at Ladbrokes in Midsomer Norton. Any local city fans fancy going in to ask for the odds of Rovers going into administration?

When wonga take control of the mem, perhaps SL would like to buy it to protect it as a war memorial and community asset for Bristol.

Not sure if I'd rather the Gas be kicked out or charged a high rent (income which could then be reinvested in City, HaaaHaaa!)

Any local pubs showing the game live?

 

Anyone going - what train are we getting?

God, they really can't get over the fact that they have made it into the football league can they:

"I know that he is desperate for another opportunity to play league football"

If buying football clubs was like Storage Hunters, how upset would you be if you opened the Bristol Rovers bin??   

With all the bidders reeling away 'cos of the stink as the door opens!

To be fair, if I was a rich American I'd invest my money in Rovers:

They have a huge fan base, with great potential to grow even bigger

They could have a great new stadium, somewhere near Bristol

They have their famous (not quite unique) quarters

They are nicknamed the pirates

They even have league status

They only have several million in debts

How could there possibly be a better football club to invest in?

erm, actually, I've a few other clubs to consider for my investment........

What did they expect? Pirates steal your money and run off with it. It's in the job description.

I'm surprised that certain sporting clubs think that a pirate is an appropriate image for them.

It's not just their nick name that fits:

http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/rover

"A person who spends their time wandering: " from Bristol to Bath, back to a different part of Bristol, to South Glos?....

"they became rovers who departed further and further from civilization" 'nuff said, oxford dictionaries have obviously seen their players!

and

C14: probably from Middle Dutch or Middle Low German, from roven to rob (of a sports ground, either from local rivals as soon as they experience financial difficulties, or from a local rugby club).

Is with all criminal gangs,you round up the foot soldiers and get them to flip on the godfather

And the Americans are particularly good at this, they use this 'rolling up' method in corporate corruption cases all the time.

If your a rich 80 year old used to the good life, do you spent the rest of your life locked up, or do you give up those above you?

FIFA may be big, but no match for the full force of the USA/FBI

Got to be disappointed to concede two goals at home. Not really good enough City.

:clapping:

Well done, great way to end the season, and very suitable that Flint got the hat-trick!

Barnet winning

with the only shot on target of the game so far - good standard in the non-league!

One concern.

We're only 26 points ahead of Sheffield Utd, but they still have 30 points available.