Numero Uno Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 3 minutes ago, yatesuperreds said: So if he goes who do we get in Bielsa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSSEL85 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 8 minutes ago, RSW8 said: I dread to think what we’ll be like after 2 weeks of ‘on the grass’ training by manning. Getting rear ended by Leicester is by best guess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSW8 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 4 minutes ago, RUSSEL85 said: Getting rear ended by Leicester is by best guess Didn’t we get ‘rear ended’ by Leicester towards the end of the mcinnes era? Got a similar vibe… 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSSEL85 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 5 minutes ago, RSW8 said: Didn’t we get ‘rear ended’ by Leicester towards the end of the mcinnes era? Got a similar vibe… 4-0 at home if my memory serves me correctly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 11 minutes ago, RUSSEL85 said: Getting rear ended by Leicester is by best guess Up the bum, Bye, bye DumDum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherrich Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 (edited) 9 hours ago, Jerseybean said: What follows is not about anything other than what I feel is in the best interests of Bristol City Football Club. Having supported my team for 60+ years I’m not about to waste any energy on blaming, finger-pointing or bad mouthing anybody. I acknowledge and respect that as the major shareholder and the individual who has invested millions in our club, Mr. Lansdown is the key decision-maker. In reality the views of us fans count for very little, nevertheless this is a fans forum, so here goes. On the evidence of the last 27 games LM is not the person to take Bristol City forward. Having watched each of these games I have seen a team and individuals regress and observed a very rigid and repetitive approach from the Head Coach, in terms of his in-game management, general demeanor and public statements. When he was appointed, I was prepared to give him until the end of the season in the hope that he was the man to take us forward. I have now changed my mind. I see absolutely no benefit in retaining his services. In fact, I would hope the hierarchy are seriously considering relieving him of his duties in this international break. There would, in my opinion, be a few real positives if they did so. they would regain some respect from the fan base, many of whom were disaffected by the sacking of Pearson a new manager or Head Coach would have the rest of this season to assess the squad and plan for the future. Although the hierarchy clearly stated that we had a squad capable of competing at the top end of the Championship at the time of Manning’s appointment, that is not what has happened With eight games to go, we effectively have nothing to play for this season, however, the next eight games could be vitally important in terms of informing our approach to next season. I would certainly hope that is with somebody new at the helm. Had we not sneaked a narrow win against Swansea City (with another poor home performance) the pressure on LM would be even greater. Now is the time to act. Manning is going nowhere. Sacking Manning would be the Lansdowns admitting they got it wrong - which they will never admit. We all have to “put up and shut up.” Edited March 17 by fisherrich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yatesuperreds Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 21 minutes ago, Numero Uno said: Bielsa Prefer Marcel rapp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, fisherrich said: Manning is going nowhere. Sacking Manning would be the Lansdowns admitting they got it wrong - which they will never admit. We all have to “put up and shut up.” Don’t agree now. The situation is going too far. Steve suddenly appearing should worry two people in particular. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yatesuperreds Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, yatesuperreds said: Prefer Marcel rapp Or Fabian Hürzeler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley is our king Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 10 minutes ago, RUSSEL85 said: 4-0 at home if my memory serves me correctly 4 - 0 at half time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUSSEL85 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Just now, Galley is our king said: 4 - 0 at half time! icing on the cake, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banjo Island Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Ive got a gut feeling something could be happening today 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley is our king Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, Banjo Island said: Ive got a gut feeling something could be happening today Well let's hope your gut is right... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew_V1 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, Banjo Island said: Ive got a gut feeling something could be happening today Don’t say such things I’ll start showing emotions and changing my behaviours…… 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, Banjo Island said: Ive got a gut feeling something could be happening today I was thinking that too. Steve being about is making me wonder. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P'head Red Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 1 minute ago, Numero Uno said: I was thinking that too. Steve being about is making me wonder. Where have you seen about Steve being around? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley is our king Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Just now, Nugget said: NOOOOOOOOO! DEFINITELY NOOOOOOOOOO And just incase you are confused by my post... ******* NOOOOOOO, NOT NOW, NOT EVER!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Just now, P'head Red said: Where have you seen about Steve being around? Attended the last two games. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Just now, Galley is our king said: NOOOOOOOOO! DEFINITELY NOOOOOOOOOO And just incase you are confused by my post... ******* NOOOOOOO, NOT NOW, NOT EVER!!!! The irony is the guy that would take almost any job in the world, would prob turn down working for this lot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 6 minutes ago, Banjo Island said: Ive got a gut feeling something could be happening today Me too, fingers crossed. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 24 minutes ago, Galley is our king said: NOOOOOOOOO! DEFINITELY NOOOOOOOOOO And just incase you are confused by my post... ******* NOOOOOOO, NOT NOW, NOT EVER!!!! The first priority imo is to get Manning out. I'd prefer NW to the end of the season - no longer - rather than Manning. Perhaps it was meant to be, if only very short term. The chances are remote to nil though, especially as relegation is not a great concern. What comes next is a secondary consideration to me at this stage. Manning has to go. We'll have breathing space to think about it and hopefully decision makers have learnt their lesson and will make a far more suitable appointment. Meanwhile In house most likely to see out the season and Andy King would do nicely. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waffleflap Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Never taken to him from the beginning. I like managers with a bit of passion and not sounding like he's reading from a text book . Bored to death of him already cause he's another Lee Johnson with all his waffle bollocks 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cityboy1954 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Go get steve cooper if hed come . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-S-M Seagull Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 6 hours ago, Royce5nine said: No season ticket until they all go (Lansdown X2, Downsey, Tinnion & Manning). The club is rotten to the core with employees that are not good enough for the job they are employed to do. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richyy66 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 2 hours ago, RSW8 said: I dread to think what we’ll be like after 2 weeks of ‘on the grass’ training by manning. Bored Shitless i expect if i was a player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUTOR Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 2 hours ago, Nogbad the Bad said: Me too, fingers crossed. Not a hope in hell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseybean Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 City have had 32 managers/head coaches since I started to support them, as below. I think SL has been involved in the tenure of 23 of these. There have inevitably been some good, bad and indifferent appointments in the last 60 odd years. However, I can’t recall anybody who has so swiftly fallen out of favour, so quickly, with so many of the fans, as Liam Manning. I’m sure some may disagree and I’d enjoy hearing what others think about this. I attribute this to the following: Team and individual’s regression His style of play and our performances Results His predecessor being generally popular among fans and many feeling badly disaffected by his sacking and the rationale for it His personality His inexperience at this level Only one of those factors is not directly about him (NP) and I don’t see anything to suggest that any of the others, other than him gaining more experience in the Championship, is going to change if he stays. He was appointed to get more out of a squad which was (although contested by many on here, including me) deemed good enough to compete at the top end of the Championship. He has failed to do that. If he stays and is backed with a budget the Club will be investing in his way and his team, meaning we are landed with his style of play, personality and inexperience. The time to act is now. 07/11/2023 - present Liam Manning 20/10/1985 29/10/2023 - 06/11/2023 Curtis Fleming 08/10/1968 24/02/2021 - 28/10/2023 Nigel Pearson 21/08/1963 16/02/2021 - 23/02/2021 Paul Simpson 26/07/1966 05/07/2020 - 16/02/2021 Dean Holden 15/09/1979 06/02/2016 - 04/07/2020 Lee Johnson 07/06/1981 15/01/2016 - 05/02/2016 John Pemberton 18/11/1964 03/12/2013 - 14/01/2016 Steve Cotterill 20/07/1964 28/11/2013 - 02/12/2013 John Pemberton 18/11/1964 14/01/2013 - 28/11/2013 Sean O'Driscoll 01/07/1957 13/01/2013 - 14/01/2013 Tony Docherty 24/01/1971 19/10/2011 - 12/01/2013 Derek McInnes 05/07/1971 04/10/2011 - 18/10/2011 Steve Wigley 15/10/1961 01/07/2010 - 03/10/2011 Keith Millen 26/09/1966 11/05/2010 - 12/08/2010 Steve Coppell 09/07/1955 18/03/2010 - 10/05/2010 Keith Millen 26/09/1966 26/09/2005 - 18/03/2010 Gary Johnson 28/09/1955 05/06/2004 - 09/11/2005 Brian Tinnion 23/03/1968 01/07/2000 - 30/06/2004 Danny Wilson 01/01/1960 05/07/1999 - 12/01/2000 Tony Pulis 16/01/1958 15/10/1998 - 30/06/1999 Benny Lennartsson 14/12/1942 27/03/1997 - 28/10/1998 John Ward 07/04/1951 15/11/1994 - 14/03/1997 Joe Jordan 15/12/1951 21/01/1993 - 14/11/1994 Russell Osman 14/02/1959 09/03/1992 - 21/02/1993 Denis Smith 19/11/1947 01/07/1990 - 24/02/1992 Jimmy Lumsden 07/11/1947 15/03/1988 - 09/09/1990 Joe Jordan 15/12/1951 01/07/1982 - 30/06/1988 Terry Cooper 12/07/1944 03/01/1982 - 30/04/1982 Roy Hodgson 09/08/1947 01/10/1980 - 03/01/1982 Bob Houghton 30/10/1947 01/07/1967 - 31/10/1980 Alan Dicks 29/08/1934 01/07/1960 - 30/09/1967 Fred Ford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv Smyth Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Steve being around may indicate that the current downturn, is causing him investment concerns. It is no secret that he is looking for investors in the Bristol Sport Empire (https://thebristolmag.co.uk/lansdowns-legacy-in-conversation-with-stephen-lansdown-cbe/), after all, this is what his Financial Services company does - it brings in investors. Potential investors would want to understand how the club is going to grow, and ultimately make them a profit! Until recently (last October ish), I think that the plan for the future was working, and it was probably an easy pitch to potential investors. Now, not so much. SL/ JL/ BT going nowhere, and I don’t think that there will be any admission of getting things wrong, but I don’t think SL will want to double down on the current downturn….. So, someone has to take the blame….. and that only leaves LM in the frame! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy082005 Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 3 hours ago, fisherrich said: Manning is going nowhere. Sacking Manning would be the Lansdowns admitting they got it wrong - which they will never admit. We all have to “put up and shut up.” Don’t bet on it. Heard last night that there is massive concern from above and they are not as oblivious to the problems like we thought they were. If things don’t improve over the Easter period (or god forbid get worse) - I think he will be gone by the end of the season 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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