robin_unreliant Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, Sir Geoff said: Go and listen again. He said promotion with this squad of players this season Exactly this. We don't want to just bumble along for the rest of this season. The squad is good enough and deserves a chance of promotion so we need a change. Pretty clear what he said so no excuses. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, citywest30 said: I'm not sure some people completely understood what JL was saying. He didn't say we have to go up. He said the goal is promotion and that we should be competing to be in the top 6. I'm fairly sure if we don't do that, he will get another crack next season as long as they are happy with what they are seeing. But then Gavin Marshall came out on his glory and said promotion is the expectation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Musicworks Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 This time last year Luton took on Rob Edwards and few thought he had the experience (Just 10 Championship games) to take them up with a hardworking but not especially talented squad. It can work ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, steviestevieneville said: It was a stupid statement from Lansdown & puts extra pressure on him. Like I said earlier. Pressure should be put on Lansdown & tinnion , not manning Agree with you totally. Putting my disappointment at his imminent arrival to one side I feel a bit sorry for the bloke. Unwanted by many and with a target that’s very tough and somewhat unlikely. If he pulls it off fantastic, but you’d have to say it’s unlikely. Presumably if he doesn’t achieve it he will be sacked too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 6 hours ago, GrahamC said: Not from me, pal. Cotts had managed Forest & Burnley by then. And had about 3 promotions 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviestevieneville Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 Just now, Ska Junkie said: Slagging us off when we are clearly ahead of them? Maybe, just maybe, Manning is the man to break the cycle and we are able to usurp them? He’s not slagging us off . He’s complementary about the ground & crowds , but he’s right . We’ve underperformed for years. Don’t be so precious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo1111 Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 6 minutes ago, steviestevieneville said: It was a stupid statement from Lansdown & puts extra pressure on him. Like I said earlier. Pressure should be put on Lansdown & tinnion , not manning It was a stupid statement but it was made out of desperation. Desperation to justify the sacking of someone who didn’t deserve it. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, Sir Geoff said: Go and listen again. He said promotion with this squad of players this season Indeed and on that basis the decision was made to sack Pearson. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnheadbcfc Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 Just now, One Team said: According to Lansdown he wasn’t going to so was sacked. Reality is we will never know. Agreed , but we need to move on its like Pearson is a bloody club icon. Thankful for what he did behind the scenes and I'm sure that foundation will be used in a way he had plans for, but on the pitch it wasn't very good at times. The amount of away games I've been to in the last 3 seasons where almost all the city fans booed the players and were not happy was alot more common than the pearson cult will admit. Like I said the hard work from how the club is ran is fantastic and I'm hoping that identity stays for a long time. I'm looking foward to a new chapter now and seeing whats next ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 Just now, steviestevieneville said: He’s not slagging us off . He’s complementary about the ground & crowds , but he’s right . We’ve underperformed for years. Don’t be so precious I wouldn't do that, apart from the gas and find it unnecessary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviestevieneville Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, One Team said: Agree with you totally. Putting my disappointment at his imminent arrival to one side I feel a bit sorry for the bloke. Unwanted by many and with a target that’s very tough and somewhat unlikely. If he pulls it off fantastic, but you’d have to say it’s unlikely. Presumably if he doesn’t achieve it he will be sacked too? He’s not going to be sacked if we’re not promoted this season. Some of this has got hysterical now . The bloke needs time to get the squad playing his way. From the videos I’ve seen , he plays some very good attacking football Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, johnheadbcfc said: Agreed , but we need to move on its like Pearson is a bloody club icon. Thankful for what he did behind the scenes and I'm sure that foundation will be used in a way he had plans for, but on the pitch it wasn't very good at times. The amount of away games I've been to in the last 3 seasons where almost all the city fans booed the players and were not happy was alot more common than the pearson cult will admit. Like I said the hard work from how the club is ran is fantastic and I'm hoping that identity stays for a long time. I'm looking foward to a new chapter now and seeing whats next ! Another person whose views I don’t quite align with but can have a decent debate with. What is going on with OTIB?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviestevieneville Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, Ska Junkie said: I wouldn't do that, apart from the gas and find it unnecessary What in his observation is wrong ? He’s spot on . You can’t be so blinkered to not see it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Geoff Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 5 minutes ago, Johnny Musicworks said: This time last year Luton took on Rob Edwards and few thought he had the experience (Just 10 Championship games) to take them up with a hardworking but not especially talented squad. It can work ! Is that the same Luton that were in the play offs the year before. So building gradually, which is exactly what we were doing under NP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banjo Island Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 19 minutes ago, George Rs said: This won’t happen today will it? Not today or any other day hopefully 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 6 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: Slagging us off when we are clearly ahead of them? Maybe, just maybe, Manning is the man to break the cycle and we are able to usurp them? Not exactly miles ahead of them are we? They've even won a major trophy unlike us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 9 minutes ago, Sir Geoff said: Go and listen again. He said promotion with this squad of players this season Yes, that was the hope/expectation/target - it's not going to be for the new man, this season. That would be ridiculous as he isn't starting from level pegging with the rest of the teams, like NP was - he had a deficit to make up & 15 games less to achieve anything. Progress will be expected, but it would be extremely harsh to expect any manager to be targeted with getting top 6 this season and would be outstanding if he managed it..! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRoss Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 14 minutes ago, Sir Geoff said: Not wsm seagull but our esteemed Chairman. Said we're getting promoted THIS season He didn't say that though did he. He said the aim is still promotion this season. Why wouldn't it be? I know its popular to berate or turn everything negative right now but let's not spin the truth to suit agendas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Team Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, steviestevieneville said: He’s not going to be sacked if we’re not promoted this season. Some of this has got hysterical now . The bloke needs time to get the squad playing his way. From the videos I’ve seen , he plays some very good attacking football I agree with a lot of your comments Stevie, I think it’s the critique of the ridiculous Lansdown decision making people are frustrated with. Maybe this is what they meant by the fans getting excited? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnheadbcfc Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 5 minutes ago, One Team said: Another person whose views I don’t quite align with but can have a decent debate with. What is going on with OTIB?! Mental isn't it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley is our king Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 37 minutes ago, Cristored said: An excellent appointment, I think the club have gone early to get their man as he was going to be linked with some big clubs, well done. Joined on Saturday..... 18 posts! Putin been recruiting again? It really is a ******* disgrace.... 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cristored Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 9 minutes ago, One Team said: Agree with you totally. Putting my disappointment at his imminent arrival to one side I feel a bit sorry for the bloke. Unwanted by many and with a target that’s very tough and somewhat unlikely. If he pulls it off fantastic, but you’d have to say it’s unlikely. Presumably if he doesn’t achieve it he will be sacked too? Pearson pulled your pants down, it’s not 2010 anymore, Manning will be an excellent appointment. 4 1 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Geoff Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 Just now, Bar BS3 said: Yes, that was the hope/expectation/target - it's not going to be for the new man, this season. That would be ridiculous as he isn't starting from level pegging with the rest of the teams, like NP was - he had a deficit to make up & 15 games less to achieve anything. Progress will be expected, but it would be extremely harsh to expect any manager to be targeted with getting top 6 this season and would be outstanding if he managed it..! So we rip up the template of the past 3 years and start all over again..... wonderful 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 6 minutes ago, steviestevieneville said: He’s not going to be sacked if we’re not promoted this season. Some of this has got hysterical now . The bloke needs time to get the squad playing his way. From the videos I’ve seen , he plays some very good attacking football But according to the people who matter we have a squad at this very moment to get promoted to the premier league, and they are saying Manning is the one to oversee it. So yes, promotion this season. None of this bedding in b0llocks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenred Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 Just now, Cristored said: Pearson pulled your pants down, it’s not 2010 anymore, Manning will be an excellent appointment. And I’m sure you’ll be absolutely nowhere to be seen again if he isn’t…… 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Geoff Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, Cristored said: Pearson pulled your pants down, it’s not 2010 anymore, Manning will be an excellent appointment. Thanks, John 1 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finley_Smith10 Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 15 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: Do we think the 'nest egg' or part of it will be available to our new HC? Would assume he’d be allowed to spend to get some of ‘his’ signings. Would love Twine who he had at MK Dons. Brannagan? Or just some signings scouted. Think we’re in need of a physical 9 aswell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerly known as ivan Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, Cristored said: Pearson pulled your pants down, it’s not 2010 anymore, Manning will be an excellent appointment. In the nicest way possible, you being new to the forum, what makes you believe he will be an excellent appointment? Genuine question, are you closely connected to the guy? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRoss Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 1 minute ago, Galley is our king said: Joined on Saturday..... 18 posts! Putin been recruiting again? It really is a ******* disgrace.... Bet you burnt 5G masts when they were built. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cov 77 Posted November 6, 2023 Report Share Posted November 6, 2023 7 minutes ago, Sir Geoff said: Go and listen again. He said promotion with this squad of players this season No way I wanted Nige gone but Christ people calm the **** down , Lansdown Jnr said he expected Nige to get this squad into the play offs etc , and wrongly in my opinion got rid , the sacking was personal as we all know but you can’t put all this bile on to a new guy who’s got nothing to do with it . Anyone taking on a new job has to acclimatise and hopefully quickly but let’s hope he can get off to a good start, but just piling the Pearson anger on any new guy is pointless. We are City fans first and foremost , but not sure you would think that reading this forum. 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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