Jerseybean

Barton on his red card: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/joey-barton-breaks-silence-after-7815541?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email

OK I’m bored already without a City game to look forward to until 10 December. Starting to think about looking even further ahead, to 2024, when BCFC celebrate 130 years. In 1894 Bristol South End Football Club was formed and played their games at St. John's Lane, Bedminster. Hopefully the Club will commemorate this appropriately. Wondering if through OTIB we can find families who can evidence support spanning these 130 years. I’m thinking there must be current City supporters who can trace and evidence that their parents, grandparents, great grandparents and even great, great grandparents supported City. Let’s hear from you if you can demonstrate a 130 year family connection ? of support. Potted history: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/fanzone/club-history/potted-history/

OS: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/thank-you-bakes/

Ratings: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/bristol-city-player-ratings-watford-7814196

Well deserved point, played well overall, we were, on balance, the better team, just couldn’t score, Max had a very quiet afternoon. Well played City.

Programme: https://robinstv.bcfc.co.uk/digital-matchday-programme/

https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/match-preview-watford-h/

City and the Gas play at home at 3 pm on Saturday. NP has said, ‘Managers don't go forever on a run of bad results. I'm aware that this is going to be an important game because otherwise, people might start wondering about what my position is.’ We head into the World Cup break after this game. Their manager says this was, in part, why he accepted the job at Watford. He said “The World Cup break is a pre-season for us, and that is one of the reasons I took the job. I knew that quite soon after I arrived I was going to have a chance to have a sort of pre-season. What we have to try and do is get to that point without too many scars.” Bilic explained why the constant barrage of matches is a problem. “Three games in a week is not uncommon, not just for Championship clubs but also for teams in the Premier League as you have the Champions League, the Europa League. The issue is the standard of those three games in a week. But when you talk about five games or six games in two weeks, nobody has a squad so big that you can just handle that. If you don’t have enough players available to rotate them, if you have a few players that are out, then you are expecting the same group of players to play five or six times in two weeks. Physically that is very demanding, but mentally even more so. Games of football drain you emotionally. And if you add to that long trips to away games, less chances to train, then it’s not easy.” NP on the topic of the WC break had this to say ‘It’s an opportunity but I don’t welcome it. It just seems odd, that we’re having a major competition mid-season but that’s what it is, and we will try and make the most of it. It's going to be an important time for us to prepare for the next window depending on whether we can or can't do business but we still have to do the groundwork on that. If we do business, I want to do it immediately and I don't want to do it at the end of January because that's a waste of time. You've wasted a month so if we do have aspirations to bring people in, it makes sense to do it as early as possible so this build-up to the World Cup break or until the window opens is always very, very important.’ Having made an immediate return to the top flight after being relegated in 2019/20 Watford were relegated after just one season in the top flight finishing last season in 19th place on 23 points, having managed six wins and five draws. They also set an unwanted club record of only managing four clean sheets all season. NP had a spell at the helm (2019/20) for Watford and can point at a decent win 35% win record: Only two managers, Gianfranco Zola and Javi Gracia, have lasted more than a year under the club's current owners, with Watford's 16 managerial changes the most of any team in England's top two tiers over the last decade! https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/53464251 The most recent casualty being Rob Edwards’ whose reign as manager ended in September, he was quickly replaced by Slaven Bilic. https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/63034556 They celebrated the 100th birthday of Vicarage Road on August 30, which marked the 100th anniversary of the Hornets’ first match at The Vic. Our head to head record is won 37, lost 30 and drawn 30. On Tuesday they were at home to Reading which they won 2-0 thanks to two goals from João Pedro. Last time out it was a bit of a spanking and Dean Holden was sacked soon afterwards : In October midfielder Imran Louza was ruled out for a few months with a broken leg. Can you name five players who have played for us and them? NP: Max O’Leary: Their match thread: https://wfcforums.com/index.php?threads/bristol-city-vs-watford-12th-nov-2022-3pm.59815/ Referee is David Webb, he was handed his first game as referee for the Bury v Brentford game in 2007, having previously worked for a charity that supports adults with learning difficulties and mental health problems. Assistants Matthew Jones and Sam Lewis fourth official John Busby. There are special half time events taking place: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/john-ward-team-and-bakes-half-time-celebration/ This fixture is dedicated to the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal in memory and support of those who serve to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life. The players from both teams will come out of the tunnel earlier than normal ahead of kick-off for a small ceremony and moment's silenced observed. Fans are kindly asked to take their seats by 2.45pm Volunteers from the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal will also be in attendance and donations – no matter how big or small – will make a substantial difference. Poppies will also be available for purchase. Finally, the five players are……. https://www.watfordfc.com/news/been-at-both-five-who-have-played-for-the-hornets-and-the-robins See ya the other side of the World Cup, COYR!

OS: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/john-ward-team-and-bakes-half-time-celebration/

https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/tinnion-appointed-technical-director/

SR my main reason for including location is our distance from many of the most successful Clubs (excluding those in and around London) which has I think has always made recruitment / loans more challenging.

https://youtu.be/C_ynx_7ujaM

Yes, on the OS

From my perspective the deeper issues (accepting that some are not unique to us) include: The previous manager and CE - who IMO were given far too much authority to bring in loads of average/poor players. NP takes a very different position preferring (and partly having to) manage with a small squad. Our wage structure - NP has sought to create a more equitable wage structure as apparently he inherited a very diverse range of salaries, including some excessive earners. Our lack of identity and style of play - under LJ it was a lotto week in week out in terms of team selection, again NP has a very different approach e.g. play well and you keep your place. As you mention our FFP dilemma and the general state of the financial side of Championship clubs which has been compounded by Covid and has required us to sell our best players and grow our own. The Club culture which has been remarked upon +++ just recently NP spoke about ‘what a nice Club’ we have been. I believe NP has worked hard to turn this around, however, lasting culture change takes years and years to become embedded. The Board and major shareholder - who have demonstrated the ability to repeat mistakes and despite building an impressive infrastructure haven’t been able to create a consistent/ successful first team squad. Our location and history - both of which I believe are barriers to attracting players. Realistically turning around a Club like ours takes years - something NP and many fans appreciate. Part of the problem, of course, is that we all want to watch great football and follow a winning team!

I wasn’t there tonight so can only base my comments on what I’ve read on here, the Sky coverage, the BBC stats and the final score. To concede three at home is hugely concerning/embarrassing. We knew before tonight that we lacked strength in depth, this performance/result has certainly confirmed that. The blame-game has been in full-swing tonight, for me everybody involved with the Club has to share responsibility for a night like this and the overall situation BCFC are in. That certainly includes SL, NP and the players. In professional football, however, the buck inevitably stops with the manager and NP will no doubt say something post-match along the lines of ‘it’s my team and so I take responsibility for tonight.’ For the record I have been and remain pro NP and really hope that the Club don’t react by sacking him and that he doesn’t himself decide to go. I really don’t see that under all the circumstances a change of manager is the answer. As noted above the problems are much deeper than just replacing the manager.

Atkinson off due to an injury according to the BBC, can anyone actually there elaborate?

By virtue of having no stream I missed Virtue opening the scoring

Nowt doing on Hesgoal for me, has anyone managed to find a stream that works?

A bit more about tonight’s ref: https://staceywest.net/2022/11/08/ref-watch-bristol-city-a-carabao-cup/

As one of only three Championship teams remaining in the Carabao Cup and having already despatched Coventry 4-1 and Wycombe 3-1 we have a great chance of making the next round. Perhaps save the date of the 2022/23 final which will be held at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, February 26. The fourth-round draw will take place immediately after Manchester United's third round tie against Aston Villa on Thursday 10 November. The possibility of extra-time means an exact time for the start of the draw is unknown. Sky currently has the rights to live coverage of the Carabao Cup and their Main Event and Football channels will be broadcasting United's tie with Villa on Thursday. Thus, with the draw following up that game, Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football are where you can watch the fourth-round draw. After beating Doncaster Rovers 3-0 in the first round, Lincoln needed penalties to get the better of Barrow in round two, the Imps have never managed to progress beyond the third round of the Carabao Cup and this season marks just the second time in 18 years that the visitors have made it this far. Last time we played Lincoln was in 1986. Last time they were in Bristol they won 6-3 ? https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/62858699 Head to head record, we’ve won 19, lost 9 and drawn 8. They were non-league for six years between 2010 - 2016. The Imps now compete in league one. They were beaten 1-0 by Chippenham Town on Saturday (thanks to a back-heel) in the first round of the FA Cup, History: Lincoln City manager Mark Kennedy, who was appointed in May, wants the Imps to play "progressive and aggressive" football that will "get fans off their seats". Kennedy, 45, left his job as Birmingham City assistant to succeed Michael Appleton at Sincil Bank. The ex-Republic of Ireland winger also previously spent four years working at Manchester City's academy. "By being attractive, having a brand that people can identify with, that to me will bring success," he said. A big part of my DNA and how I see the game is to be a really aggressive and high-pressing team. There has to be a purpose to playing football and has to be a purpose to possession - we don't want centre-halves that have 300 passes between them.” "We want to play an attractive brand of football that is possession based, but it has to be aggressive and it has to be progressive. That is something I want to bring to Lincoln. Kennedy said "there is no doubt" his time working at Manchester City's academy, as well as stints with Ipswich and Wolves' youth teams in the past decade, have shaped his approach to the game. From a coaching perspective my time working in those elite academies has had a huge influence on how I see the game today," As a player, he was a left back and left winger from 1992 to 2012. He featured in the Premier League with Liverpool, Wimbledon, Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers, as well as in the Football League for Millwall, Queens Park Rangers, Crystal Palace, Cardiff City and Ipswich Town. He was capped 34 times by Ireland, scoring four goals. Their goalkeeper Carl Rushworth was not cleared to participate against Chippenham Town due to a head injury, but he will be aiming to return to the squad for this game. Jordan Wright will retain possession of the gloves if Rushworth is not cleared to take part, but Teddy Bishop returned from a hamstring injury to make the first XI at the weekend. Lewis Montsma, Daniel Mandroiu and Joe Walsh are all expected to remain sidelined for the visitors. NP will likely rest a couple and give starts to a few, so potentially Lowe and Bell could make the starting line-up. Our form (all competitions): L, W, L, D, L, D Lincoln City form (all competitions): W, D, W, L, D, L Lincoln banter The club was given it’s nickname after the legend of the Lincoln Imp, which depicts a creature sent by Satan to the city’s cathedral. The Imps have only ever plied their trade at two stadiums since coming into existence, with the club moving to Sincil Bank from their only previous ground, the John O’Gaunts ground, back in 1895. Back in 1921, the club were founder members of the Football League Third Division North, as it was known back in those days, with the Imps going on to win the league on several occasions following it’s formation. In the 2016/2017 season, Lincoln became the first non-league club to progress to the last eight of the competition since 1914 after beating Premier League Burnley. The club made their first and only ever appearance at Wembley Stadium during the 2017/2018 season, beating Shrewsbury Town 1-0 to lift the EFL Trophy. Free bus service All fans will be able to use the AG3 matchday bus for free. The AG3 services stops at Temple Meads, Broadmead and the city centre before dropping right outside Ashton Gate. This is ideal for fans to connect with dozens of public bus routes across Bristol and services which stop at Bristol Coach Station. Click here to view the First Bus Bristol route map. The AG1 Portway Park and Ride and AG2 Brislington Park and Ride will operate with standard fares and provide free parking as usual. Services will depart between 1715 and 1915 on all routes as follows: AG1 Portway Park and Ride - every 25 mins AG2 Brislington Park and Ride - every 30 mins AG3 Temple Meads via Broadmead and centre - every 15 mins Route maps, tickets and pricing can be found at https://www.bcfc.co.uk/travel/ but please note the different frequency of services as listed above for this fixture. https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/free-bus-travel-for-lincoln-game/ Samuel Allison will be the man with the whistle: https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/football/12454358/the-fireman-dreaming-of-the-top

Good curry options: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/seven-bristol-restaurants-shortlisted-asian-7790399?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email

Good Sunday roast: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/hidden-neighbourhood-pub-serves-one-7786695?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email