robin for life Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Just now, Robbored said: No need - no pray offs for them thankfully. Btw- the gashead guys that used to drink in the same pub as me have all gone separate way. The main man, Graham sadly passed away a few years ago and - amusingly - is buried in Bedminster grave overlooking AG……His sons have married and live in Yatton and Clevedon respectively. I see their families growing FB these days. No doubt they’ll both be delighted. Sorry you lost a friend, hope he was watching down on them proud today. My comments were only tongue in cheek, I'm genuinely pleased for them. I have uncles who are Rovers fans and one of them is battling cancer and I know he would have loved to have been there today. My Dad's brothers and sisters are split, 8 kids, 4 Rovers, 4 City. Strange, but they are all in their 70s and 80s and things were different back then. I toyed with the idea of going to watch Exeter today. I think it's great how well the West Country teams have done this season, it's a shame Plymouth buckled. Sadly I don't get to many City games anymore, too expensive for me and living in Exmoor it's a long journey is its an early or late kick off. I've been to a few Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay games this season and I find myself wanting all the West Country teams to do well. I've never gone to watch Rovers, but I am pleased for my uncles and also pleased for their fans. I enjoyed watching it on Ifollow today as it unfolded, with SSN on the TV. As bad as it is to say, I gave a little cheer when the 7th went in. Fair play to em. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 11 minutes ago, Ivorguy said: Why? Because those of us Bristolians who are in our eighth decade remember a time when you could support both Bristol teams whilst favouring one of the two. I remember, as a City fan for over 70 years, I got an enormous thrill seeing Rovers come back from 3-0 down at half time to Leeds, in old Division 2, to draw 3-3 at Eastville. I remember going to cheer Rovers on, Divison 3, against Everton, in Division 1, in FA Cup at Goodison. show respect everyone for a great achievement for one of the city’s clubs. People who on here say they ‘hate’ Rovers, or worse, just take a moment to see how silly you look. I know what John Atyeo would have thought of you! I look to a time, or rather dream of a time, when Bristol provide both city clubs in a European Final My father who I sadly lost last year, was a red through and through. Brought up in St Johns lane. Back in the day, he would watch and support City, and cycle over to watch the gas when City weren't at home. It was common. He said he'd leave his bike unlocked like everyone. No problems. He also supported GCCC but followed SCCC as well. He'd always listen or watch all four clubs...but allegiances were with City and Gloucestershire. Yet he'd still want the Gas or Somerset to beat teams from further afield. I'd personally love both us and the Gas to be in the same league as high as possible. Always loved a Derby game. I've got really good friends that are gas...I'm happy for them today. Because they are close friends. Still lots of friendly banter to be had. However... you'll always get ' hate' amongst certain ones. A wasted negative emotion well ignored imo. As long as City are always above the Gas eh 6 3 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 3 minutes ago, cityloyal473 said: He’ll lead the lemmings in a “city we’re coming for you”, cry, I expect some “sleeping giants” talk and they’ll be even bigger insufferable pricks than they normally are. You pay him to much attention - trust me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 I suppose we'll have to get used to the local news playing the Magnificent 7 theme tune for the next couple of days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollydog Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 13 minutes ago, BCFCGav said: Scraped third in League 2. Big season that to be fair. Think we were 4th when we got out of that league. I remember being pretty damn pleased. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 2 minutes ago, RoystonFoote'snephew said: I suppose we'll have to get used to the local news playing the Magnificent 7 theme tune for the next couple of days. A great classic western and a terrific theme tune as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderingred Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Fair to say that my Cobblers supporting friend is pretty salty! Not at the blue few but at Scunthorpe, and rightfully so! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elruliri Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 So when was the last time they were above us? Asking for a friend on Monday morning lols. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUTOR Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Fair play to them. Doesn’t bother me. If it’s a step towards competitive Bristol derbies at a high level of football then it’s a good thing. Because nothing compares. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dicks Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Who remembers Chester away? Who was there? 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gasbuster Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 5 minutes ago, hollydog said: Think we were 4th when we got out of that league. I remember being pretty damn pleased. We only had to do it once though, thank God ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red-Robbo Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 (edited) I think their momentum would've probably won them the play-offs had they not turned over the worst side in the entire football league (who put out an U23 side). At least this way, we won't have to hear about the "billions" of fans they'll take to Wembley. The citizens of HA9 will be relieved not to be hosting those living dead. I don't begrudge them just scraping back into the third tier on the final day. All things considered, it's probably the level that's right for them. FGR and Exeter deserve the real plaudits though for not having to rely on goal scored to make the leap. The Gas will - of course - find the going considerably tougher next season. Edited May 7, 2022 by Red-Robbo Edit: as per Estonian Red post 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 1 minute ago, Red-Robbo said: I think their momentum would've probably won them the play-offs had they not turned over the worst side in the entire football league (who put out an U23 side). At least this way, we won't have to hear about the "billions" of fans they'll take to Wembley. The citizens of HA9 will be relieved not to be hosting those living dead. I don't begrudge them just scraping back into the third tier on the final day. All things considered, it's probably the level that's right for them. FGR and Exeter deserve the real plaudits though for not having to rely on goal difference to make the leap. The Gas will - of course - find the going considerably tougher next season. Sorry to correct you It was goals scored that secured them promotion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McNasty Filth Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 9 minutes ago, MC RISK77 said: Fair shout to them that is an unbelievable result and turnaround of their fortunes this season- sure others won’t understand but I would love to have really competitive Derbies again in the future… as a young boy I remember my old man taking me to a few in the early 90’s and I really felt the rivalry… always remember one midweek game we won 1-0 with a Tinman penalty after Alexander got sent off. It was so competitive back in those days that I could probably still remember most of their team that played!!! You had to be their I guess This. We must be of similar age. People will frown at this, but I would have no problem with Rovers getting promoted to the Championship if that meant we could have two derbies against them every season. Would make average seasons like this one a bit more bearable. Would definitely bring some of the spirit back having a real passion for supporting City, everything has gone a bit stale and commercial for me over the last five or so years! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xerox6060 Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 4 minutes ago, Bouncearoundtheground said: Fair play to them. Doesn’t bother me. If it’s a step towards competitive Bristol derbies at a high level of football then it’s a good thing. Because nothing compares. Agreed fair play to them, I thought Scun were there for the hammering but once Northampton were 3 up so quick ... psychologically that should have been game over ... .the win at Rochdale too... considering where they were in about Oct they deserve it ,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clevedon Red Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 26 minutes ago, maxjak said: We have some dumb fans........but NOT that dumb IMHO. Ha!! We do, every club has them. At least we don’t have dumb fans who throw bottles……oh wait a minute….. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 12 minutes ago, hollydog said: Think we were 4th when we got out of that league. I remember being pretty damn pleased. Yea but I don’t like them so I insult their achievements. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Even more Sag shirts being worn around Yate now. Defo coming out of the woodwork in the last month or so - barely saw one for years 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Just now, Rossi the Robin said: Even more Sag shirts being worn around Yate now. Defo coming out of the woodwork in the last month or so - barely saw one for years Yeah same around Bradley Stoke/ Stoke Gifford. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red_Alligator Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Let them have their minute in the sun. You can only beat what's in front of you, and it's clear to see what that was today. Extraordinary scoreline and I'd certainly be miffed if I was a Northampton fan. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollydog Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 3 minutes ago, BCFCGav said: Yea but I don’t like them so I insult their achievements. Absolutely reasonable and very sensible! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red panda Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Such a shame Scunny didn't score after the restart, that would have been SO funny. JB had said in advance that if Rovers were winning they'd go for it, so Northampton should have done the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 22 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: I'm still trying to process what has happened. Scunthorpe clearly should have picked a first team 11 from a sporting integrity point of view, but that isn't to take anything away from what the Fewers have achieved today, they can only play the side the opposition put out. If you were a Northampton fan, you'd be livid. Absolute disgrace of Scunthorpe to do this, no attempt to honour the integrity of the league or respect Northampton. Most people expected them to get beat, but to effectively put out a side that was three quarters a youth team in a fixture that effected the promotion places is pathetic. 15 minutes ago, hollydog said: Think we were 4th when we got out of that league. I remember being pretty damn pleased. It was two seasons after we’d gone bust & we were a team of free transfers & kids, that’s why. Unlike them, we have never been back (or non league). 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlastonburyRed Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Preumably their new stadium will be ready just in time for the start of the League 1 season.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 It's their day today, let them have it. Can't stand them as a club but tip my hat to their upturn in form and promotion, bastards! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 35 minutes ago, Ivorguy said: With some replies my earlier post attracted, I feel ashamed to be a City fan. How unpleasant some so called football supporters are whether red or blue. All you do is moan about the club anyway. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReds Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Scunthorpe had 7 teenagers in their side last week as well, Hartlepool who hadn't won in 8 managed 23 shots against them. They are just woeful. Let the Rovers have their fun for a few weeks, they will have a shock next season not playing against utter shite week in week out, and without their better players from this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 1 minute ago, GlastonburyRed said: Preumably their new stadium will be ready just in time for the start of the League 1 season.... They will hire extra tents. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bris Red Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 **** them 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Technically Scunny didn’t break any rules. The team sheet (that’s including subs) has to have at minimum 10 players the same as the previous match. Scunny had 15. They’d actually brought a few of the youngsters in last week and then made further changes this week, ending up with with 4 academy scholars starting and 4 other under 20’s. It’s a bit of a joke really and if you were on the receiving end you wouldn’t be happy, but technically there is nothing against the rules. The fact a 17 year old first year scholar was in goal, who looked absolute pony, is the big issue. Still, having been to FGR numerous times this season, all I can say is Rovers managed to scrape 3rd place in a shite division behind FGR and Exeter, by beating a team of kids on the last day. I’m sure their form would’ve seen them win the playoffs with all the other teams choking recently, so at least we won’t have the unbearable 67,000 at Wembley! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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