Nogbad the Bad Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 4 minutes ago, cidercity1987 said: Unchanged team??? Almost incredibly it seems it is. Only change is on the bench with Freeman coming in and Golbourne being left out completely. Quote Link to comment
Major Isewater Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 2 hours ago, City Rocker said: If only there were some way of looking up information like this on your phone, perhaps via some kind of worldwide computer network. You might just have something there CR ... This time next year we could be millionaires . Quote Link to comment
cidercity1987 Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 7 minutes ago, reddogkev said: Apart from the narrow loss, I guess they did play rather well at Birmingham. I agree, but very unusual for LJ! 1 Quote Link to comment
Dolman Block B Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Always tough up here against this lot Quote Link to comment
Shtanley Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Very sad about Castro. Once again I post saying that I hope we see Engvall on the pitch today. Quote Link to comment
Major Isewater Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 7 hours ago, havanatopia said: Good day everyone, Shedding tears of joy or tears of sorrow today will be a topic of conversation either side of the Florida Straits.. I cannot ever recall doing the former as I somehow find myself not having a free flowing lacrimal duct when I am deliriously happy although it does seem to work well when I have sorrow. Don't imagine people will be equally happy in Florida as they are equally sad in Havana as Fidel Castro died at 10.22pm local time on November 25th.. just 4 hours ago as I write these words. Mixed emotions everywhere. As a Johny foreigner living in Havana I was rather neutral about Fidel; he affected all of those who lived in Cuba of course, for better or for worse, and he certainly polarised opinion even in the Island nation. His legacy will still be mourned the world over but, by some, less so closer to home. That Cuba is changing, and fast, is now beyond doubt and if Raul stands by his word he will stand down in 2018 and make way for a new younger generation. This passing may now cement that and also pave the way for faster legislation to set in motion a more market driven economy that moves toward democracy in the years ahead. To all those who wish to go before the Americans 'move in' consider two things; Havana has insufficient rooms both in the public and private sector and no doubt those 90 miles to the north will wish to book those rooms out for the next 6 months. Prepare to be disappointed. Although Fidel retired in 2008 today is a tumultuous day. And now back to the more important matter of a football match... Reading appears to have an affinity with the Blue few from Horfield; a tongue in cheek remark but one that goes right back to Readingas or Readagas who were an early Anglo Saxon clan around the 8th century and later became known as Readingum. At this time settlements were named after a leader, in this case it was Reada, coming from a certain place or ingas. And, funnily enough, Reada literally means 'The Red One' . So there you have it folks; Deep down all teams really want to play in red or have red in the heart and in the soul. The town has interestingly bid to become a city on three previous occasions failing each time. All we know today is that with 4 consecutive wins under their belt Jaap Stam's men have to be stopped or we will find ourselves in the lower echelons of this division for about the first time this season. City had a reasonable advantage over Reading until October 2010 when winning by a single goal at Ashton Gate. Since then Reading have won all 5 matches and now have a slight advantage of 36 wins to 35 with 19 draws. Today surely we have to start reversing that poor run to bring us back to 36 wins each. Anybody remember those Division 4 matches we had with them? Both teams have done rather better than the other two teams promoted that final season for us in the lowest tier, Doncaster and York. City have to show some metal today. A crucial encounter to turn our negative tide around. I wonder if Lee has the metal to galvanise the team to do just that. However, I suspect a rather underwhelming draw might be the result. 2-2 ? And a final huge thanks from all of us not going to the match today to those who are; at time of writing I understand over 3,000 City fans are making the journey east along the M4. Absolutely marvellous. Roar us over the line to victory.. Really need to be victorious today. UTC Mixed feelings about Papa Noel , Lots of bad stuff but some good ideas as well. He ' liberated ' the people then sealed them into a Truman style show which they could n't leave. I have very fond memories of Cuba and it's people and hope to God that it does n't revert back to the Mafia playground that it was before the revolution. Courage to them and equally to our boys in Red as they attempt to get our season back on track . We need to play without fear , express ourselves and take the risks necessary to break down a tough Reading side on top form . Logic says we will lose but as nothing is sure in football , apart from Colin taking over an ailing Championship side and saving them, I'm going for a City win . Tammy and Tomlin due goals so 1-2 to the Robins ; 1 Quote Link to comment
Reigate Red Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 16 minutes ago, Shtanley said: Very sad about Castro. Once again I post saying that I hope we see Engvall on the pitch today. Yeah didn't even make the bench. Too soon? Anyway just arrived hoping for a result but not feeling confident. Quote Link to comment
RedM Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Live from Reading! 1 Quote Link to comment
cityloyal473 Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Didn't realise Reading were third in the league 3-0 to the home side and a City sending off is my prediction. Quote Link to comment
BobBobSuperBob Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 My Dad , a City Fan for 68 yrs is terminally ill and fighting hard to get thro weekend - Told him the lads would help him with 3 points today So cmon lads , let's do it 5 Quote Link to comment
old_eastender Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 36 minutes ago, cidercity1987 said: Unchanged team??? Very surprised Paterson has kept his place, been seriously underwhelmed by his last 4 appearances. If we are to get anything out of this he has to get involved in the game, otherwise is like playing with 10 men. 1 Quote Link to comment
Red-Robbo Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 7 hours ago, havanatopia said: Good day everyone, Shedding tears of joy or tears of sorrow today will be a topic of conversation either side of the Florida Straits.. I cannot ever recall doing the former as I somehow find myself not having a free flowing lacrimal duct when I am deliriously happy although it does seem to work well when I have sorrow. Don't imagine people will be equally happy in Florida as they are equally sad in Havana as Fidel Castro died at 10.22pm local time on November 25th.. just 4 hours ago as I write these words. Mixed emotions everywhere. As a Johny foreigner living in Havana I was rather neutral about Fidel; he affected all of those who lived in Cuba of course, for better or for worse, and he certainly polarised opinion even in the Island nation. His legacy will still be mourned the world over but, by some, less so closer to home. That Cuba is changing, and fast, is now beyond doubt and if Raul stands by his word he will stand down in 2018 and make way for a new younger generation. This passing may now cement that and also pave the way for faster legislation to set in motion a more market driven economy that moves toward democracy in the years ahead. To all those who wish to go before the Americans 'move in' consider two things; Havana has insufficient rooms both in the public and private sector and no doubt those 90 miles to the north will wish to book those rooms out for the next 6 months. Prepare to be disappointed. Although Fidel retired in 2008 today is a tumultuous day. And now back to the more important matter of a football match... Reading appears to have an affinity with the Blue few from Horfield; a tongue in cheek remark but one that goes right back to Readingas or Readagas who were an early Anglo Saxon clan around the 8th century and later became known as Readingum. At this time settlements were named after a leader, in this case it was Reada, coming from a certain place or ingas. And, funnily enough, Reada literally means 'The Red One' . So there you have it folks; Deep down all teams really want to play in red or have red in the heart and in the soul. The town has interestingly bid to become a city on three previous occasions failing each time. All we know today is that with 4 consecutive wins under their belt Jaap Stam's men have to be stopped or we will find ourselves in the lower echelons of this division for about the first time this season. City had a reasonable advantage over Reading until October 2010 when winning by a single goal at Ashton Gate. Since then Reading have won all 5 matches and now have a slight advantage of 36 wins to 35 with 19 draws. Today surely we have to start reversing that poor run to bring us back to 36 wins each. Anybody remember those Division 4 matches we had with them? Both teams have done rather better than the other two teams promoted that final season for us in the lowest tier, Doncaster and York. City have to show some metal today. A crucial encounter to turn our negative tide around. I wonder if Lee has the metal to galvanise the team to do just that. However, I suspect a rather underwhelming draw might be the result. 2-2 ? And a final huge thanks from all of us not going to the match today to those who are; at time of writing I understand over 3,000 City fans are making the journey east along the M4. Absolutely marvellous. Roar us over the line to victory.. Really need to be victorious today. UTC Eloquent and informative as ever, H. All I can say is: "Fidel si! Lone Striker Up Front no!" 2 Quote Link to comment
finbarr_in_z Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Like Brum last week, this is one place that it feels like we never win at (nevermind what the stats say). 0-0 all over. Quote Link to comment
reddoh Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 32 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: You might just have something there CR ... This time next year we could be millionaires . If its any use I have a spectrum 48k you can use as the main server but you will need to find a tape player to attach to it. Quote Link to comment
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 7 hours ago, havanatopia said: Good day everyone, Shedding tears of joy or tears of sorrow today will be a topic of conversation either side of the Florida Straits.. I cannot ever recall doing the former as I somehow find myself not having a free flowing lacrimal duct when I am deliriously happy although it does seem to work well when I have sorrow. Don't imagine people will be equally happy in Florida as they are equally sad in Havana as Fidel Castro died at 10.22pm local time on November 25th.. just 4 hours ago as I write these words. Mixed emotions everywhere. As a Johny foreigner living in Havana I was rather neutral about Fidel; he affected all of those who lived in Cuba of course, for better or for worse, and he certainly polarised opinion even in the Island nation. His legacy will still be mourned the world over but, by some, less so closer to home. That Cuba is changing, and fast, is now beyond doubt and if Raul stands by his word he will stand down in 2018 and make way for a new younger generation. This passing may now cement that and also pave the way for faster legislation to set in motion a more market driven economy that moves toward democracy in the years ahead. To all those who wish to go before the Americans 'move in' consider two things; Havana has insufficient rooms both in the public and private sector and no doubt those 90 miles to the north will wish to book those rooms out for the next 6 months. Prepare to be disappointed. Although Fidel retired in 2008 today is a tumultuous day. And now back to the more important matter of a football match... Reading appears to have an affinity with the Blue few from Horfield; a tongue in cheek remark but one that goes right back to Readingas or Readagas who were an early Anglo Saxon clan around the 8th century and later became known as Readingum. At this time settlements were named after a leader, in this case it was Reada, coming from a certain place or ingas. And, funnily enough, Reada literally means 'The Red One' . So there you have it folks; Deep down all teams really want to play in red or have red in the heart and in the soul. The town has interestingly bid to become a city on three previous occasions failing each time. All we know today is that with 4 consecutive wins under their belt Jaap Stam's men have to be stopped or we will find ourselves in the lower echelons of this division for about the first time this season. City had a reasonable advantage over Reading until October 2010 when winning by a single goal at Ashton Gate. Since then Reading have won all 5 matches and now have a slight advantage of 36 wins to 35 with 19 draws. Today surely we have to start reversing that poor run to bring us back to 36 wins each. Anybody remember those Division 4 matches we had with them? Both teams have done rather better than the other two teams promoted that final season for us in the lowest tier, Doncaster and York. City have to show some metal today. A crucial encounter to turn our negative tide around. I wonder if Lee has the metal to galvanise the team to do just that. However, I suspect a rather underwhelming draw might be the result. 2-2 ? And a final huge thanks from all of us not going to the match today to those who are; at time of writing I understand over 3,000 City fans are making the journey east along the M4. Absolutely marvellous. Roar us over the line to victory.. Really need to be victorious today. UTC Are they still called The Biscuitmen? Quote Link to comment
WhistleHappy Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 29 minutes ago, Shtanley said: Very sad about Castro. Once again I post saying that I hope we see Engvall on the pitch today. He's on the bench, close but no Cuban cigar so far. Quote Link to comment
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 3 minutes ago, Mike Hunt-Hertz said: Are they still called The Biscuitmen? Huntley and Palmers? Quote Link to comment
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 2 minutes ago, EstoniaTallinnRed said: Huntley and Palmers? Sorry...only asked!! Quote Link to comment
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Peak Freans. 1 Quote Link to comment
WhistleHappy Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 12 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: My Dad , a City Fan for 68 yrs is terminally ill and fighting hard to get thro weekend - Told him the lads would help him with 3 points today So cmon lads , let's do it Best wishes to your dad, yourself and family at an obviously difficult time.... fingers crossed for good luck today. Quote Link to comment
Red-Robbo Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 5 minutes ago, Mike Hunt-Hertz said: Are they still called The Biscuitmen? No. Though the club fanzine is called Hob Nob Anyone? 1 Quote Link to comment
Fiale Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 OMG Johnson in dart's to chose team shocker !!!! And we know he was not joking, dammit Lansdown what have you done, if the team is being picked with dart's let's get Michael Van Gerwen in to manage. Quote Link to comment
BobBobSuperBob Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 (edited) 5 minutes ago, WhistleHappy said: Best wishes to your dad, yourself and family at an obviously difficult time.... fingers crossed for good luck today. Thanks Whistle , not only my Dad but my best friend , down to him taking me to football , cricket etc etc that I'm a diehard red as for many of us I'd guess Edited November 26, 2016 by BobBobSuperBob 1 Quote Link to comment
Red Army 75 Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 18 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: My Dad , a City Fan for 68 yrs is terminally ill and fighting hard to get thro weekend - Told him the lads would help him with 3 points today So cmon lads , let's do it Come on city 1 Quote Link to comment
1891 B.C. Sweden Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Come On You Reds!!! Quote Link to comment
Red-Robbo Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 A very tough test today for the lads. Let's hope they win it for @BobBobSuperBob's dad. COYR! Quote Link to comment
Garland-sweden Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Always Believe, COYR!!! Lets surprise today. Quote Link to comment
WhistleHappy Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 6 minutes ago, Fiale said: OMG Johnson in dart's to chose team shocker !!!! And we know he was not joking, dammit Lansdown what have you done, if the team is being picked with dart's let's get Michael Van Gerwen in to manage. ....better than making them all toss for it. Quote Link to comment
Lanterne Rouge Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 Sky just said there hasn`t been a 0-0 in this fixture for 79 games. Quote Link to comment
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