petehinton Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmond Million's Bung Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 4 minutes ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. Well he is either talking out of his arse now or post Villa, either way he has talked out of his arse. Or perhaps that is the specially prepared communique from the Polit bureau?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepUpLino Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 9 minutes ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. Thats a sackable offence on its own.... New low!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie BCFC Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 11 minutes ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. He said it was an important game though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tts_city Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 "mitigating factors" he means himself there surely ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BristolNorthEndRed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I’ve just posted this on another thread. This is his Radio Bristol interview quote post Aston Villa. I have it recorded so it’s fact. “Saturday obviously becomes a must win game for us now, there’s no hiding the fact we got to win it, and a draw is not good enough.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornacix the Druid Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 He says "for me personally" Perhaps for him personally as he knows it wont make a difference to his position as Head Coach. Maybe he is on his way. For Bristol City and the fans, it obviously does matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppyDAZE Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 5 minutes ago, Flint says No said: He said it was an important game though. Nooooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppyDAZE Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Let's face it, He's / they've got us by the short and curlies.. Becaue we all want to win to help stay up, but at the same time that very win could be the only win we get in another God knows how long and mean SL says see? Really crAppy DAZE at City PS it IS a must win,. He's talking rubbish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BristolNorthEndRed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Seems to me the kid is talking in riddles and splitting hairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayOutWest Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 "There have been mitigating factors in elements of what's gone on" I disagree. Nothing can mitigate our position in the league, style of play, soft underbelly and killer instinct. Its my belief that you have a good enough squad of players at your disposal. The job is too big for you. If by mitigating factors means personality clashes and mismanagement of players, then they are yours and yours alone. Stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calculus Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Well technically he is right. Even if we lose on Saturday there's still 11 games to go. Pretty dumb thing to say, imo, and similar to SOD's 'I dont look at the league tables' quote. If we"ve dropped into the bottom 3 pn Saturday don't see how he'll be allowed to stay. Then again, thought his position untenable a while ago, but Steve thinks different... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmond Million's Bung Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 1 minute ago, Calculus said: Well technically he is right. Even if we lose on Saturday there's still 11 games to go. Pretty dumb thing to say, imo, and similar to SOD's 'I dont look at the league tables' quote. If we"ve dropped into the bottom 3 pn Saturday don't see how he'll be allowed to stay. Then again, thought his position untenable a while ago, but Steve thinks different... Right now or right post Villa interview?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashton_fan Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 26 minutes ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. What he actually meant was that he wouldn't necessarily be sacked if the team didn't win, but he's said elsewhere it's must-win for the team given our position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 He believes his own rhetoric. Deluded or what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samo II Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 22 minutes ago, Flint says No said: He said it was an important game though. They're all important; that's a given. But this game had the potential to be significantly more meaningful than others. The impact of the result in terms of the league position maths of it all is crucial; we shouldn't play it down. 19 minutes ago, BristolNorthEndRed said: I’ve just posted this on another thread. This is his Radio Bristol interview quote post Aston Villa. I have it recorded so it’s fact. “Saturday obviously becomes a must win game for us now, there’s no hiding the fact we got to win it, and a draw is not good enough.” The above is the truth; we now stand in a poaition where our fate may very well be out of our hands already, and surrendering more opportunities to make ground on those immediately above us should be out of the question. A draw may leave us in the drop zone, with our closest opponents holding a game in hand; that is not something that should be taken lightly. 18 minutes ago, Marty said: He says "for me personally" Perhaps for him personally as he knows it wont make a difference to his position as Head Coach. Maybe he is on his way. For Bristol City and the fans, it obviously does matter. I fear there is some truth to this. Rotherham was identified as a crucial game, possibly because of SL having done so in interviews immediately prior, but it seems less so here. I'd say we should be building the importance of this fixture, not hiding from it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashton_fan Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Having just heard his interview on Player he says we need a "Cup Final mentality" for this game so he realises how important it is. This thread is essentially fake news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Acton Red Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 If there was ever a must win game,this is it ffs,the blokes a muppet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityloyal473 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I've said it ten times and I' ll say it again: the blokes a complete and utter clown. The fans, Lansdown and Ashton are being taken for the biggest ride ever. Unfortunately, only 33% of the aforementioned can see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordy62 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I must admit. I interpreted it as "It's not a must win for me personally because I know I'm getting my marching orders whatever happens". If I'm not mistaken he also used the past tense to refer to his time as manager, but then quickly corrected it. I think he knows his fate already. Or maybe that's just hope talking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 3 minutes ago, Fordy62 said: I must admit. I interpreted it as "It's not a must win for me personally because I know I'm getting my marching orders whatever happens". If I'm not mistaken he also used the past tense to refer to his time as manager, but then quickly corrected it. I think he knows his fate already. Or maybe that's just hope talking! I think he will be gone after Saturday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chairman Mao Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I've had it with this clown, he deserves the torrent of abuse coming his way on saturday. statements like this are disgraceful. boils my piss he's still in charge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 He's clearly trying to take the pressure off of the players, God knows it won't work because he's still in the ******* dugout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumRed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 1 hour ago, Flint says No said: He said it was an important game though. Brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricardob59 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 1 hour ago, Fordy62 said: I must admit. I interpreted it as "It's not a must win for me personally because I know I'm getting my marching orders whatever happens". If I'm not mistaken he also used the past tense to refer to his time as manager, but then quickly corrected it. I think he knows his fate already. Or maybe that's just hope talking! Could it be that help is on its way...? Maybe he keeps a position within club...? But a Pearce or a Millen arrive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 1 minute ago, ricardob59 said: Could it be that help is on its way...? Maybe he keeps a position within club...? But a Pearce or a Millen arrive LJ and Millen Wow - that would lift the mood !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 87 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 33 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: LJ and Millen Wow - that would lift the mood !!!! Don't forget Tinnion as well, we like to have 3 coaches roaming the touch line at the moment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayteomike2 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 2 hours ago, 'keepuplino' said: Thats a sackable offence on its own.... New low!! Wake up Lee and Steve lansdown we are losing faith in you big time have a big long think what is best for the club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slippin cider Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I really can't take any more of this man .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FNQ Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Lee's comment "two evenly matched teams" gives me an even deeper sinking sense of reality..... After two transfer windows we've arrived at being evenly matched with Burton.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up The City! Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 2 hours ago, Fordy62 said: I must admit. I interpreted it as "It's not a must win for me personally because I know I'm getting my marching orders whatever happens". If I'm not mistaken he also used the past tense to refer to his time as manager, but then quickly corrected it. I think he knows his fate already. Or maybe that's just hope talking! I can see where your going with this but I can't for a second believe we would hang onto him if a decision has been made to sack him. I read it as it's must win for our relegation chances but not must win for his future at BCFC. I think SL in private has given LJ his 100% support whatever happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 3 hours ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. Surely whether we are in a relegation fight or pushing for promotion he must instil in his players that ALL games are must win. Judging by this it is not the players who lack a winning mentality. Sorry but my patience is now well and truly spent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeneys Penalties Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 DO NOT LOSE is NOT a choice. TBF anything less than 3 points can be regarded as failure. There aren't many options left. LJ out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayteomike2 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 9 minutes ago, FNQ said: Lee's comment "two evenly matched teams" gives me an even deeper sinking sense of reality..... After two transfer windows we've arrived at being evenly matched with Burton.... A s o d response will he wave his hands as well don't suppose he looks at the tables Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive user Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Why would this be a 'must won't game? Ludicrous to add pressure to the situation. A draw and other results go our way and we're another point closer to safety. Simples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumRed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Good god, we're doomed to Div 3, yet again. Hi Gillingham, long time no see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tears in rain Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 1 hour ago, Red Army 87 said: Don't forget Tinnion as well, we like to have 3 coaches roaming the touch line at the moment I feel another Fast Show Gif or meme coming again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayteomike2 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 He's getting more deluded to stay up you must win your home games nothing less Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unan Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 7 minutes ago, Ayteomike2 said: A s o d response will he wave his hands as well don't suppose he looks at the tables Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atticus Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 The guy has a job for life. Nothing is must win for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 13 minutes ago, Rednwhiterob said: 'must won't game? lost me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 3 hours ago, Fordy62 said: I must admit. I interpreted it as "It's not a must win for me personally because I know I'm getting my marching orders whatever happens". If I'm not mistaken he also used the past tense to refer to his time as manager, but then quickly corrected it. I think he knows his fate already. Or maybe that's just hope talking! Please, God. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottishRed Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 I am getting concerned that our Head Coach has truly lost the plot. Any notion that Saturday is not a must win game is beyond delusional, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityironman Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 More smoke & mirrors from the vertically challenged one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Seems like he wants to be sacked. Of course it's a MUST win because it draws them back into it so they can fight it out with Wigan & Blackburn. We can then keep all three at arms length. Wolves, with their games in hand will pull clear also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive user Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 26 minutes ago, BigTone said: lost me Jeez. Even my auto correct is changing win to won't!! LJ out!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B block Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 2 hours ago, Red Army 87 said: Don't forget Tinnion as well, we like to have 3 coaches roaming the touch line at the moment Perhaps pullis as director of football. whats that I hear you say,season ticket sales at zero that can't be true, we have for experienced professionals in board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmabbuttshair Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 5 hours ago, Calculus said: Well technically he is right. Even if we lose on Saturday there's still 11 games to go. Pretty dumb thing to say, imo, and similar to SOD's 'I dont look at the league tables' quote. If we"ve dropped into the bottom 3 pn Saturday don't see how he'll be allowed to stay. Then again, thought his position untenable a while ago, but Steve thinks different... SL has proved time and again he knows **** all about football managers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM88 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Lee Johnson talks shit - shock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 12 hours ago, Big Brother said: He's in denial. I hate that gaunt, haunted look on manager's faces when they know the ax is about to fall. I liked it on Pulis . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Perhaps this is a " Dear God, Steve put me out of my misery please. " speech . Anyway , The perfect Saturday would be a thrashing of Burton and LJ being relieved of his duties . Is that too much to ask ? Three points against the smallest budgeted team in world football and a future new coach ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 12 hours ago, petehinton said: http://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2017-03-02/lee-johnson-burton-match-not-must-win-for-me-personally/ Didnt think the guy could make me any more speechless. Wow. he's trying not to put any more pressure on the players then there already is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 He'd be criticised no matter what he said, even if he'd resigned on the spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 2 hours ago, Northern Red said: He'd be criticised no matter what he said, even if he'd resigned on the spot. I don't quite agree with the second part of your sentence. He'd be treated with respect if he resigned on the spot . Man enough to admit that it's not working for him and giving the club he ' loves ' the chance to turn things around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishreds Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 15 hours ago, WayOutWest said: "There have been mitigating factors in elements of what's gone on" I disagree. Nothing can mitigate our position in the league, style of play, soft underbelly and killer instinct. Its my belief that you have a good enough squad of players at your disposal. The job is too big for you. If by mitigating factors means personality clashes and mismanagement of players, then they are yours and yours alone. Stevo 'mitigating factors', Johnson is talking nonsense. Johnson has had unprecedented support from Stephen Landown and the board. Which previous manager could have bought a defender for £1.5m then loan the player to Bury, or a striker for over £2m and not play him - add agents fee, signing on fee and wages and that's over £4m, on players who are not good enough for the first team. Johnson will attempt to rewrite his time at City for his next employer (mitigating factors and all), if there is someone foolish enough to employ him. I'm sure it's all about the severance package now for Johnson, he has to say something, so he will continue talking BS until he's fired. 'Stephen Lansdown and his wife Maggie', ingratiating, but it should ensure he gets every penny, lets be clear Johnson is not a City supporter. If he does love City he would walk and thank Stephen Lansdown for giving him an amazing opportunity, he would then get full respect from the supporters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 3 hours ago, Northern Red said: He'd be criticised no matter what he said, even if he'd resigned on the spot. Well, yeah. He could have done it two months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Lee also said 'a draw is not a disaster'. Does he not understand that unless we pick up some points, we are going to be relegated?? We are 21st on goal difference, and the team below us is in better form, and with a game in hand. The situation is desperate, and he seems to think this utterly shit run we are on is a blip. It's total 'mentaldom'. Idiot. tfj: NOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 12 hours ago, JasonM88 said: Lee Johnson talks shit - shock. Post of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1953 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 LJ......'we could easily be sat here on 7 or 8 points more for various reasons....' What like if we had a manager who had a clue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire reds Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 A win and only a win will do. He needs it to keep his job and the club need it to help stay up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 8 hours ago, Northern Red said: He'd be criticised no matter what he said, even if he'd resigned on the spot. Who would criticise him for 'resigning on the spot'????????? Surely everyone would be delighted? tfj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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