Sir Geoff

3 hours ago, JonDolman said:

It was a very tough game. Preston were very sharp and strong defensively, very compact. I think Weimann and Martin have been class so far this season but not too much of a problem today for the Preston defence.

I think tactically they were causing us problems. I still feel that Massengo central with Semenyo wide right might give us a bit more mobility in both areas of the pitch. But also Scott already looks so good, I was disappointed not to see him come on last 20.

Wells did well though wide left. Forced some corners and gave us some fresh legs and pace. Pring's legs seem to go after an hour or so.

I actually thought it was an entertaining 0-0. Probably a fair result, maybe they edged it. I thought Swansea game was a better performance but I think Preston are the more difficult team to play against.

Not long got home from the game and was about to write a similar summary. For a 0-0 it was pretty enjoyable to watch and  a draw was a fair result. My only criticism would be Kalas's long throws. why so many, why so ineffective. He wasted so much time taking them, drying the ball etc.

Wouldnt be surprised to see Semenyo and Dasilva start on Wednesday with Massengo inside instead of King.

11 minutes ago, TomF said:

NURSE! They're at it again. 

I like Mariobalatelis's thinking four posts down on the linked page, though.

Bersant Celina, not a bad signing to be honest. Bombed out, first time round, because he didn't do enough 'donkey work' for Mick Mcarthy.

Used to live round the corner from me in West Town Lane, early 70's.

Should have added a 'Who may be sold' section. We may start the season without one or more of Semenyo, Nagy, Bently, Wells, Kalas.

For me CB is a priority signing.

2 minutes ago, pongo88 said:

Open the box.

(One for the oldies)

Or @Rudolf Hucker

2 hours ago, Davefevs said:

£10 paid.  Madness.  

What...no VPN airlines ?

Paul Cooks Ipswich away at Wigan Saturday. Get ready for the conspiracy theory’s.

22 minutes ago, Super said:

Can anyone really see come August you will for example see 76,000 fans at Old Trafford? 

Yes, that's why restrictions are due to end on June 21st. 

All festivals in the summer have sold out Reading, Leeds, Boardmasters etc. I expect Wembley to be at full capacity for the final stages of the Euros. Fans back in stadiums next season with no restrictions.

At least one Bristol team are capable of decisive action when things aint going well.

8 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said:

I too think that's it sra.

Think back to the Blades we played in the 'Weimann' game and this is a pale imitation. Considering they are a Premier league side, I expected a lot more intensity from them.

That said, the sags are giving them a go. (Grits teeth) They're doing ok but I would expect the Blades to up their game in the 2nd half (ungrits teeth).

I'm just waiting for the rugby TBH.

Not so far....they look worse if anything.

Good finish TBF 1-1

2 minutes ago, Lanterne Rouge said:

1-0 Blades.

Where you watching this mate?

Yes thus the oh dear above.

oh dear

Wow it really does look like a pile of scaffolding and tents...what an embarssment to the city of Bristol....Keith Stroud reffing so should be interesting...switching between this and Blackpool / West Brom on BT Sport.

Davefevs beat me to it

1. Never leave before the end

2. Tosser 

Wouldn't it be funny if after all this Derby were relegated.  Here's to hoping.

Still wondering who Davinia is ?

More chance of getting Daniel Sturrage than the better known Daniel Sturridge, I suppose

Not sure what happened re allocation of tickets for the Brighton Chelsea experiment but my guess would be that for any test event the 1000 tickets will be allocated to those living within a 2/3 mile radius of Ashton Gate thus reducing the use of public transport. Living 70 miles away I expect to be at the back of the queue.

So its alright for thousands of people to sit on Bournemouth beach and wander around the town at will. 100's mingling in town centres shopping and from September 30 kids plus a few adults compressed in small classrooms (indoors !!) but sports fans cant be trusted to act responsibly inside a stadium.

Sorry but from someone who strictly adheres to social distancing I think it is more mixed messages from Government. 

I would quite happily return to watch live football if every second seat is left unoccupied, concession stands and toilets closed (so no queueing).

Under the above guidelines I wont be attending if I have to turn up 3 hrs before...especially after a 2 hour journey to get to the ground in the first place.

I wasnt at York but clearly remeber Hereford. I was working nights and have never run so fast back to the car for a quick drive to North Bristol after the game (if memory serves it went into extra time as well).

12 hours ago, Robin Wood said:

How do the club go about refunding people for the 5 remaining games that won't happen this season

You will get free streaming of those matches on Robins TV. There won't be any refunds imo.

Haven't listened to the Talk Sport show but wondering if Big Cheese mentioned the cross I put in for him to score one of his trademark headers when he was playing as a 'ringer' for us in the Somerset Senior League one evening, late 80's.

10 hours ago, chinapig said:

Perhaps Sheikh Mansour could take time out from his brave battle against the terrible injustice suffered by poor little Manchester City to arrange for Etihad to sponsor Bury?

Why would anyone in their right mind put more money into Steve Dale's bank account.

2 minutes ago, sephjnr said:

It also makes me wonder if Steve Dale bought the club literally just to make money from selling Gigg Lane.

He did. And it has worked, he doesnt give two hoots whether or not Bury survive.