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4 hours ago, Silvio Dante said:

The young player of the year is pretty slim pickings

Didnt vote on young player or the women categorues.

Dickie POTS for me.

22 minutes ago, Zookeeper WSM said:

Warnock was at Torquay v Weston yesterday. Was also apparently at Torquay's previous home game.

Could he buy them or front up a consortium? Hed love the challenge of getting them back in the efl.

8 minutes ago, petehinton said:

Think it’s pretty clear he’s nowhere near the level they were expecting him to be. Said in another thread, would be surprised to see him get another minute for us.
 

All in all a very odd one, especially considering the ‘visa issues’ fibbing from the club. Feel a bit sorry for him tbh. 

Shite due dilligence by the club.

Thankfully (I hope) not another Styvar..

5 minutes ago, Corkonian said:

Handling players like that in public, especially after just giving them a bit of game time, doesn't seem like the best approach. And comparing it to how Fergie used to handle things, it definitely feels off.

I didnt like it personally.

12 minutes ago, ExiledAjax said:

No worries.

I try and stay civil on here at all times, but your comment angered me to the point of swearing.

If you'd ever like to understand how being colourblind can affect life, or football, then feel free to ask.

I hadnt considered the green/red impact either so its good to see that its recognised.

Having said that id love the third kit to be white.

13 minutes ago, Fjmcity said:

It must be so confusing for a number of people that we are 6 points off last seasons total with 6 games to go. And Manning’s PPG also beats last years total 

But but but Nigel 

Only a dummy (you) would discount the circumstances under which Pearson operated.

Playing well. Subs working and made before the usual 60 minutes.

Fair play Manning.

Plymouth down to 10 but still in it.

29 minutes ago, One Team said:

 

Is the splat robin still on that babyshit yellow shirt?

10 minutes ago, One Team said:

Weird we're not playing in red, kits clash pretty badly! 

Is the splat robin still on that babyshit yellow shirt?

Argyle started well.

Vyner looking very good though.

45 minutes ago, 1960maaan said:

Bit of controversy coming out of Belgium concerning match fixing of the game between Genk and Westerlo .
The 1-1 draw was handy as both sides needed just a draw for their own reasons. Genk needed a point to qualify for the next round of games, while Westerlo were in need of a point to make sure they were clear of relegation . 
Now some of the older viewers on here may remember  our game with Coventry , well it was that with bells on. While a late equaliser signalled the end of any attacking intent from either side , still echos of our 2-2 , they went further. There seemed to be two opposition players just passing to each other. I would say while we played out with no intention of harming each other, that passing between opposition players makes it feel much worse.

Story below.

 

Belgian football has been hit with a controversial 'fix' scandal as Genk and Westerlo played out a 1-1 draw.

Controversy has hit Belgian football with a reported 'fixed' game on the final day of the league season in a match between Genk and Westerlo. The scandal resulted in players being banned and one member of staff even losing his job.

Both sides went into the Belgian Pro League encounter in need of a point. This would see Westerlo avoid relegation and remain in the division, while Genk needed a draw to secure a place in the Championship round. The home side took the lead in the match through a Ravil Tagir goal in the 80th minute before being pegged back only six minutes later.

Bryan Heynen's strike in the 86th minute seemingly put an end to the game as both sides appeared to stop playing. Several bizarre moments in the closing exchanges didn't seem to add up as players shook hands before the game was even over when they should have been trying to find a winning goal in theory.

The Belgian FA have stepped in and issued fines to all 21 players who were on the pitch at the time, with Genk having been reduced to 10 men earlier in the match. The captains of both sides have also been handed suspensions.

Westerlo have taken drastic action in the aftermath of the game as they announced the sacking of their manager, Rik De Mil. 
The club statement read:
Despite considering long-term collaboration, we found it necessary to make this decision. The club regrets having to take this measure but cannot accept that its values and norms would be questioned. We thank Rik for his performance and dedication, and wish him every success in the future.

The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office shared some harsh words as it was claimed (Per Sporza): "The last five minutes of Westerlo-Genk were a mockery of fair play. This is not only against the rules of the game, it is also manifestly unfair compared to other teams that were still in the running for a Champions' Play-off ticket. The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office classifies this as blatant cheating."

Footage has emerged online of Genk's Joris Kayembe and Nicolas Madsen of Westerlo passing the ball back and forth. According to the Mirror, the duo have been handed larger fines and two-match bans.

Genk's manager, Wouter Vrancken, could be seen laughing on the touchline during the game and has since stated he doesn't feel he or his side had done anything wrong. Vrancken said, per the Daily Mail: "The boys played for the Champions' play-offs. At that moment, we were on the field with 9.5 players. (Christopher) Baah got red and (Bryan) Heynen could barely walk. Then you didn't have to take any risks."

It is yet to be seen if further fines will be handed out or more suspensions will be given to players or staff, but Genk and Westerlo could both have to pay up to £8500 in the wake of the baffling encounter.

A draw suited both.

They clearly seem to have gone for it until 86th minute then settled for a draw.

Why take risks to suit 3rd parties when your priorities come first.

4 hours ago, TV Tom said:

Similar fans to Swindon, always ran  

Not in the 70s.

15 minutes ago, redsquirrel said:

he had a tr7 didnt he?, load of old cack they were too

The 'Kevin Mabbutt Striker' logo

56 minutes ago, Alan Dicks said:

Prefer the Kevin Mabbutt show myself

His car mind...

6 minutes ago, SecretSam said:

It does illustrate that 'good players' don't mean good results. Look at the Dutch... wonderful team, great players, zero world cups

Won the Euros with a wonderful team though.

Just now, SecretSam said:

And look what Sven achieved...

Who said he did a good job though?

1 minute ago, Kid in the Riot said:

And bear in mind since the introduction of the Nations League they carry even less significance. 

If they mean nothing the FA should take them all round the country and charge 30 quid a ticket.

Clearly matter to the FA 

3 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said:

Before Southgate England were largely shit. We had good players but no cohesion as a team. He deserves some respect for his record.

Pre Southgate the squad was nowhere near as good.

The team plays not to lose when against decent opposition.

And usually ends up losing.

3 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said:

None of that equates to automatically winning it does it? As you say, France has equal opportunity - there is never a divine right to win a trophy.

We have been in the mix in recent tournaments, and i expect we will be in the mix in the forthcoming Euros. I hope the gold dust of Bellingham takes us over the line.

Southgate has been a good manager for England - i don't see how anyone can argue against that. 

When it comes to the crunch his arse goes and that translates to the players.

I disagree with you.

Just now, And Its Smith said:

I think it means as we’ve been worst in the past we should be grateful now!

Thanks

Just now, TonyTonyTony said:

Some of you have short memories.

Wtf does that mean?

Just now, TonyTonyTony said:

Thanks for the deep analysis. All this shows is he is better at managing England than he was at managing Boro. 
 

We knew that anyway.

He has better players now but still fails against decent opposition.

Rubbish appointment but so FA.

On 25/03/2024 at 09:11, And Its Smith said:

Guessing people will call this woke 

Wouldnt have thought so ?

14 minutes ago, W-S-M Seagull said:

I'm not sure what he's seen in our performances that I/we haven't  

His approach seems to be all over the place. Like you said, he's been going on and on about getting players on the grass and coaching them and then gets them to do physical work! Whilst at the same time saying the players needed a bit of a break. Even more bizarre when you consider that we now play a less intense game as we no longer press from the front. 

Bizarre that we are focusing on fitness work in almost April. 

 

The inference being that he inherited a bunch of unfit players which is patently bollocks.

Playoff contenders L1 in 25/26 season with this clown.

4 hours ago, cotswoldred2 said:

Really ?

Not that anyone on here would have the balls to confront him personally.

It's all done behind keyboards. 

Hes a ******* oap not Tyson Fury.