Major Isewater Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 Sheffield Utd move up to second after their win tonight over Wolves . Can they go all the way and stick it to the Wendys ?
Rudolf Hucker Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 Whoever said that they were worried about Sheffield United have been proved right, albeit four seasons later!
Jack Dawe Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 You must have that wrong, Major. Promoted clubs with no parachute payments recruiting lower league types "can't compete" with clubs with names like "Villa" and "Leeds." And "Reading." That's what we were told last winter.
cityexile Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 Heck of a few days for them, with Wednesday losing at Birmingham as well tonight. They seem to have taken the momentum of last year in to this, and my biggest regret of recent years is how quickly we lost it after coming up. Of the 'unfashionable' sides, them, Preston and I suppose even us are giving it a real go and showing it is possible to compete with some self belief.
AppyDAZE Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 3 minutes ago, Jack Dawe said: You must have that wrong, Major. Promoted clubs with no parachute payments recruiting lower league types "can't compete" with clubs with names like "Villa" and "Leeds." And "Reading." That's what we were told last winter. ooooooh Brave, Jack brave right now
AppyDAZE Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 I reckon your money should be on Villa for the title. They are finally up and running and i find it hard to look past them and a n other for the autos
KeepUpLino Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 8 minutes ago, cityexile said: Heck of a few days for them, with Wednesday losing at Birmingham as well tonight. They seem to have taken the momentum of last year in to this, and my biggest regret of recent years is how quickly we lost it after coming up. Of the 'unfashionable' sides, them, Preston and I suppose even us are giving it a real go and showing it is possible to compete with some self belief. Self belief? We've spent a bloody fortune compared to those 2 sides?!
cityexile Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 4 minutes ago, 'keepuplino' said: Self belief? We've spent a bloody fortune compared to those 2 sides?! Yes we have, fair comment. We have also spent a fraction of teams like Villa. Still think self belief, confidence, playing for each other, is as important as money. Is a balance of course.
Mr Popodopolous Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 Sheffield United are a big club naturally. Or a decent sized club. We've seen it a few times before- when a big/decent sized club naturally comes up, with momentum and a feelgood that can often continue...
southvillekiddy Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 41 minutes ago, Rudolf Hucker said: Whoever said that they were worried about Sheffield United have been proved right, albeit four seasons later! The TV pundits who cream themselves when they even mention the Blades will tell you it's still theoretically possible for them to retrospectively finish above Bristol City in the 2014-15 season to get automatic promotion to the Championship
stephenkibby. Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 58 minutes ago, AppyDAZE said: I reckon your money should be on Villa for the title. They are finally up and running and i find it hard to look past them and a n other for the autos Don't see it. Had a couple of good results, I can't see them going on an unstoppable run. So many teams (as we know) on a similar level. Top six yes very likely but nailed on NO. If you reckon Villa are the side you can still get 12/1 for the league on skybet.
AppyDAZE Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 3 minutes ago, stephenkibby. said: Don't see it. Had a couple of good results, I can't see them going on an unstoppable run. So many teams (as we know) on a similar level. Top six yes very likely but nailed on NO. If you reckon Villa are the side you can still get 12/1 for the league on skybet. I'll have that then
Kodjias Wrist Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 6 minutes ago, stephenkibby. said: Don't see it. Had a couple of good results, I can't see them going on an unstoppable run. So many teams (as we know) on a similar level. Top six yes very likely but nailed on NO. If you reckon Villa are the side you can still get 12/1 for the league on skybet. Its not a bad shout tbh. I said last night to a few of the lads I can see villa for autos and why not with the team they have?
AppyDAZE Posted September 27, 2017 Posted September 27, 2017 Cant see Sheff U or Cardiff winning the league. doing well, yes but not winning it. My money is defo on Villa
Malago Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 9 hours ago, Jack Dawe said: You must have that wrong, Major. Promoted clubs with no parachute payments recruiting lower league types "can't compete" with clubs with names like "Villa" and "Leeds." And "Reading." That's what we were told last winter. And there was me thinking the league season was 46 games long.
cityboy Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 I thought they'd struggle this year, but they're proving me wrong so far and going great guns. Sheffield Utd that is.
daored Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 8 hours ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Sheffield United are a big club naturally. Or a decent sized club. We've seen it a few times before- when a big/decent sized club naturally comes up, with momentum and a feelgood that can often continue... Totally agree, predicted them as the surprise team this season. They seem to have that momentum we had under Johnson snr. I expect them to be in the play offs whether they can go up, I'm not sure but top six for me
chipdawg Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 Living in Sheffield, it's incredible how many more red and white shirts I've seen out and about over the last 6 months. ESPECIALLY this week. Funny that... Don't think it'll last, but they're certainly not going to struggle as much as I wanted them to. Proper arrogant bunch
Mr Popodopolous Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 @daored As a bigger club than us with a better infrastructure and fanbase than we had 10 years ago, not a huge surprise to me that they adapted well.. Think Norwich, Southampton, Leicester all after League One stints. @chipdawg Surprised me a bit that. Always had them down as quite well supported.
Vincent Vega Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 1 hour ago, chipdawg said: Living in Sheffield, it's incredible how many more red and white shirts I've seen out and about over the last 6 months. ESPECIALLY this week. Funny that... Don't think it'll last, but they're certainly not going to struggle as much as I wanted them to. Proper arrogant bunch Got the train booked for December for this one, any recommendations for away pubs ?
chipdawg Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 39 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: @daored As a bigger club than us with a better infrastructure and fanbase than we had 10 years ago, not a huge surprise to me that they adapted well.. Think Norwich, Southampton, Leicester all after League One stints. @chipdawg Surprised me a bit that. Always had them down as quite well supported. They are to be fair, though Sheffield's a bigger city than you think and doesn't suffer to much from local kids supporting Premier League teams from distant cities. But Blades fans always seem to be a bit bipolar. When things are going great they're the proudest football fans you can find. When things are going badly the world is going to end. I guess we're all a bit like that really, they just seem worse! Maybe it's because I live amongst them
LondonBristolian Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 A couple of weeks ago it looked like three clubs were pulling away but it has really opened up. I'd go with Villa and Wolves as the favourites to go up but reckon Sheffield United will mount a consistent challenge for the play-offs...
chipdawg Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 17 minutes ago, Vincent Vega said: Got the train booked for December for this one, any recommendations for away pubs ? Depends what you're after mate. They can be a bit funny about away fans in Sheffield, but I can't imagine our match is particularly on the radar as a 'big' match. However, I don't tend to go into the city on Sheff Utd match days (I have to go past Brammal Lane to get there, not really worth the hassle) so my recommendations are all subject to door staff letting you in! If you want decent beer or cider, the Sheffield Tap at the train station is a decent place to start, probably be busy though. Between the train station and the ground there's the Rutland Arms, The Red Lion or Sentinel Brewery, which would probably be my recommendation. It's only a 5 minute walk from the ground, pretty sure they're away friendly and the beer and food are good. If you want something a bit more lively, head up to Forum on Devonshire St (Frog & Parrot and Brew Dog there too) or pretty much anywhere on West St is reasonably busy on a match day If I go into town with Sheff Utd mates before the match, I'll probably go to Sentinel, but more likely we'll drink in Heeley which is between home and the ground. Good boozers and good atmosphere, but I have a Yorkshire accent so I can get away with it!
spudski Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 Avoid pubs with doormen...or if doormen present, do as I do, when told 'home fans only', look him in the eye and say.... 'euwwwwwww football, I detest football, much prefer rugger'....works every time. Don't wear colours and speak with no accent ;-)
1960maaan Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 1 hour ago, Vincent Vega said: Got the train booked for December for this one, any recommendations for away pubs ? If I remember correctly , and it's been a while since I went there , we drank by the station and then got the bus down . Seem to remember the buses were quite good.
Bar BS3 Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 1 hour ago, Vincent Vega said: Got the train booked for December for this one, any recommendations for away pubs ? Are the Sky fixtures out for December yet..?
chipdawg Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 5 minutes ago, 1960maaan said: If I remember correctly , and it's been a while since I went there , we drank by the station and then got the bus down . Seem to remember the buses were quite good. You might be getting mixed up with Wednesday. Bramall Lane is about 10 minutes walk from the station. Pub at the station is decent though
Mr Popodopolous Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 @spudski Don't they tend to ask for tickets at home only pubs? They do at ones near AG.
spudski Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 19 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: @spudski Don't they tend to ask for tickets at home only pubs? They do at ones near AG. That's my point....you make out you aren't going to the football, hate it, don't have a ticket and much prefer rugby. It's worked every time for me.
1bristolcity Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 12 hours ago, Major Isewater said: Sheffield Utd move up to second after their win tonight over Wolves . Can they go all the way and stick it to the Wendys ? Why do you worry about such matters?
Major Isewater Posted September 28, 2017 Author Posted September 28, 2017 29 minutes ago, 1bristolcity said: Why do you worry about such matters? ' Worry ' is not the word I'd use but I thought it merited a comment as it is quite an achievement for a newly promoted club , that's been in the doldrums for ages , to have such a flying start when many thought they'd struggle. It's also interesting to see many people's favourite for promotion, Sheff. Wednesday struggling . Have the old guard been overtaken or will normal service be resumed before we get to the business end of the season ? I don't know but this is a fantastic League to be in.
Gert Mare Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 Great manager Chris Wilder. Northampton were in the bottom 2 all season and he saved them on the last day....at the expense of Tinpot Rovers, and now he is at Sheffield United working miracles there too.
Bar BS3 Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 19 minutes ago, Cheesleysmate said: Great manager Chris Wilder. Northampton were in the bottom 2 all season and he saved them on the last day....at the expense of Tinpot Rovers, and now he is at Sheffield United working miracles there too. For part of that CV, the bloke is a legend..!
Ska Junkie Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 To be fair to the Blades, they have a great Manager and really good support. I watched the steel derby the other day and was very impressed by Sheff Utd!
Kodjias Wrist Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 They have the momentum we had under GJ. To me they don't have any stand out players when i have watched them but have that energy and unity that I feel we have atm.
Fat Cigar Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 Interesting (or not...) how all the 3 remaining play-off sides have struggled so far. Sheff Wed just don't score enough.
1bristolcity Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 7 hours ago, Major Isewater said: ' Worry ' is not the word I'd use but I thought it merited a comment as it is quite an achievement for a newly promoted club , that's been in the doldrums for ages , to have such a flying start when many thought they'd struggle. It's also interesting to see many people's favourite for promotion, Sheff. Wednesday struggling . Have the old guard been overtaken or will normal service be resumed before we get to the business end of the season ? I don't know but this is a fantastic League to be in. Don't want to rude Major, but really I couldn't give a monkey's about them, my only concern is that somehow 1. Don't get relegated 2, We get promoted.
Major Isewater Posted September 28, 2017 Author Posted September 28, 2017 2 hours ago, 1bristolcity said: Don't want to rude Major, but really I couldn't give a monkey's about them, my only concern is that somehow 1. Don't get relegated 2, We get promoted. Then why comment on a thread about them ?
1bristolcity Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 1 hour ago, Major Isewater said: Then why comment on a thread about them ? Sheffield.
ScottishRed Posted September 28, 2017 Posted September 28, 2017 23 hours ago, stephenkibby. said: Don't see it. Had a couple of good results, I can't see them going on an unstoppable run. So many teams (as we know) on a similar level. Top six yes very likely but nailed on NO. If you reckon Villa are the side you can still get 12/1 for the league on skybet. They won't finish in the top 6, however they have had an impressive start, not unlike a club from a town close by them did last season! 12/1 is a bloody good bet - I will be having a bit of that.
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