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  1. Chris
    Yesterday, we had a trip to @cheeky~k8's nan. It reminds me of going to see my grandparents, my children can complain about there being nothing to do, but it's nice just to chat. In my case, it was mostly listening and trying to keep @Dash_16k company. We arrived at Long Eaton around 2ish, before we walked to Kate's nan's house. We had KFC, which was nice. We haven't eaten out as a family for some time and, I treated @super_pie to some chicken on the bone. He loves it; it reminds me of my grandfather Ray. Personally, it makes me feel unwell. I just don't like it, but I am pleased he's less fussy. It was nice, just to take a step back from things. I still did most of what I would normally have done, but having that quality time with the family felt nice. It's tired me out a bit. Today, I see a specialist physio about my back pain. I'm not looking forward to it, but I am trying to find ways to make it easier to cope with.
  2. Chris
    I have one of the 1882 scarves somewhere in a bag, in the kitchen with loads of them and other winter stuff. I actually tried to get it exchanged, but I was refused. So, I tried to get my money back, but it was like making a stone bleed. To my announcement, exchanges were offered in the end, but I wasn't able to get to Meadow Lane during that period, so I ended up being stuck with it. As for Yeovil, it's very easy to do. Your eyes go blind to what you want to see. I have this issue with a side effect to some of the medication I am on. If I thought the sea was red, no matter what you said or showed me. I would be convinced I was right. I feel for Yeovil, they did well to reach the Championship and have suffered ever since.
  3. Chris
    I saw parts of the table tennis game, I thought both of the team GB girls did incredibly well. At one point, I thought they were going to win the game. China really does drill sports into their athletes, and it was nice to see the respect shown to both sets of players. The interview with the girls after was a nice moment.
  4. Chris
    I'm in agreement with, @liampie. I hate many of the needless changes; if the League Cup is revamped it wouldn't be of the focus of making it exciting. It would solely be down to how much money it could generate and this is the wrong approach.
  5. Chris
    I was recommended consider an automatic because my legs do tend to have a mind of their own. I'm pretty confident I could pass in a manual car tomorrow if I had a test, but with the way my disability affects me, I lost the confidence to pursue it. I did hope by now, I would be in a position to drive. @super_pie, is now looking to drive, and I think he'll do very well too. When I don't think my legs will hold me back, I might actually look at an automatic. Keep us in the loop with how you get on, Tone. I am sure you will adjust to it.
  6. Chris
    It's an ambitious move if they are looking to spend so much money on a single player. Personally, I think goals are the least of their problems. Being able to control games and handle the threat of better teams would be my focus if I were the Millwall manager. They play some good football and look able to create goal-scoring chances, the issue is defensively they can be poor and their midfield whilst okay going forward, offers little in defending. Would paying £3 Million on a striker solve this? I don't think so; use it to sign a good centre back and a young upcoming central midfielder that can get them structured at the back. They will always be in the lower end of the Championship, but they have done well to fight for their place. I just don't think a striker would be the answer.
  7. Chris
    It could be wurst.... I know Notts used to re-heat the unsold hot dogs in the past, I hope this practice has stopped because it's the reason why they tended to be very rubbery. A good hot dog is a nice thing to fill the void with hunger at a football game. It does seem like other footballing countries are more creative when it comes to what food is served on a match day. Notts manages to make simple items like chips appear overpriced. Clubs aimed at drawing large crowds also attract affluent individuals who are willing to pay a premium when needed. I wouldn't, never will either.
  8. Chris
    I am nominating a player who has impressed in Greece for Panseeraikos. He also spent a brief time in Turkey and Scotland, I personally didn't think he would play at a very high level. I didn't think much of him, but he would come to haunt Notts when he played for Swindon Town in 2017. The player in question is Kaiyne Woolery. He was at Notts in 2015, barely did anything for us. I didn't see much in his ability but to be fair, he did reasonably okay after.
  9. Chris
    Little does anyone else know, until know I had to crack your winder in order to get you to stand and even then I had to discreetly hold you up.
  10. Chris
    It does make a lot of sense to beat the price rise, although not everyone will be able to do this. I do hope something changes to make it easier for people, because the cost of living does make things harder. I watched the news earlier, and it had a segment on this and the water price. Trying to justify giving the stakeholders money from the profits, at the expense of people who can't do much on a daily basis is just wrong. Meanwhile, these "stakeholders" make so much money, they don't have to worry.
  11. Chris
    I don't think we need to change much from the previous, hopefully, this will reflect in Stuart Maynard's starting XI. Nick Tsaroulla has looked good ahead of Adam Chicksen, who for me hasn't been all that great. I hoped that Chicks would take the opportunity, but Tsaroulla looks good going forward and defensively. Unless a player elsewhere has a niggle or something, I really don't see the point in changing much. I don't think there's need for any tactical changes either, so this is a plus in my opinion over Swindon Town who might actually make two to three themselves. How they started seems irrelevant as it's still very early. It would be a positive to see Notts put on a strong performance away from home; we have a good chance to climb the League Two table and push ourselves nearer the top.
  12. Chris
    I thought that the first sub was an OTD, but I can't locate it and therefore must be mistaken. I am aware of it though.
  13. Chris
    TC9 seems to spin a lot of false rumours out, I can see that by looking at the most recent content. I wouldn't buy into it. If you are going to report on things like this, you want to make sure you protect your reputation, not allow the rumours to be that. "Deal could be sorted soon" isn't a common way to sum it up either; "could" makes it sound doubtful. If you're confident of a player making a move, something like "expected" is much better.
  14. Chris
    I used to go to Notts games with my grandfather Ray, @GrannyPie's father. Obvious, @super_ram is a Derby County fan and my grandfather Tom supported his local team which is Alfreton Town. I really enjoyed going to Meadow Lane, back then we were in the old First Division which is now the Championship. I wasn't aware of Notts' history all that much, but my grandfather would tell stories of past results, players and historic moments. The first season I attended, we were close to the promotion places and I turned to my grandfather, saying "could we get promoted to the Premier League". He kept a straight face and said, that we would be lucky to stay up. He was far from negative, but very realistic, and it's because of him why I am such a die hard Notts fan. Obviously, my mum helped, but any chance my grandfather had to take me to a game he would. He always felt it was important I made the big games, such as the playoff and Anglo Italian Cup finals. One of my fondest games was the friendly arranged from the sale of Jermaine Pennant against Arsenal.
  15. Chris
    More information about "Opposition View: Swindon Town Fan Lee Witts' Honest Analysis Ahead of Notts County Match"
    Introduction: Name: Lee Witts. How long have you supported Swindon Town? I’ve supported Swindon since I was about four years old. Are you a season ticket holder? I’m not a season ticket holder because I have a young child at home who is too young to go to games at the moment. However, I go to most home games and some away games, including some long ones. Age? 29. Favourite Player? The legends Don Rogers and Sam Parkin. How do you feel about Swindon Town’s performance so far this season? What do you think are the main reasons behind the team’s current position in the league? I think we need new players. Our squad depth is shocking, which is why our start to the season hasn’t been good. We capitulated during the first home game against Walsall. How do you feel about the recent loan signings of Miguel Freckleton, Joel Cotterill, and Kabongo Tshimanga? How do you think these new players will integrate with the existing squad? Freckleton looks like he’ll be a decent signing after a few more matches. Cotterill needs to improve as he hasn’t had a good start. Tshimanga could be a great signing if he scores a few early goals. What are your expectations for the upcoming game against Notts County? Which Notts County players do you think Swindon Town should be most wary of? My expectation for the game on Saturday is a win, but I know that Notts are much better defensively so far this season. So, a draw would still be a solid result! If we control the midfield and limit Jatta’s service, I would be very happy. What strategies do you think Swindon Town should employ to secure a win against Notts County? How do you think Swindon Town’s recent signings, like Jeff King and Grant Hall, can contribute to the strategies you mentioned? Jeff King has an amazing cross and shot. If we find Smith in the box, he’ll likely win the header and score because of his stature. Even though Hall had a bad game against Walsall, he has plenty of Championship experience and should start performing well in the future. How has the fan support been this season, and how do you think it affects the team’s performance? What are your thoughts on the management and coaching staff’s approach this season? Our fans expect more than what we’ve been giving them. We’re one of the biggest clubs in this division on paper, but we’ve nearly gone out of business and underperformed in the last four or five years. Our fanbase is fed up and wants to see results and passion. This season, we’re playing more direct football than we have in the past, and it will take some time to get used to. But I believe we can turn our fortunes around. Are there any particular players you are excited to see develop this season? Which player do you think has been the standout performer so far this season? I think Will Wright has been our standout performer. He looks very solid, and he was a great signing after his success with Crawley last year. He’s also a set-piece expert, so he’s my best player so far this season. When he finally gets fit, Sean McGurk is a very talented youngster, and I can’t wait to see him flourish in the right hands. What are your hopes and expectations for Swindon Town for the rest of the season? What changes or improvements would you like to see in the team moving forward? The playoffs were our objective this season, but after the first three games, and if nothing improves, I’d probably say mid-table or even relegation if our performances don’t change. However, we have a lot more experience this season, and I think we should be okay. How do you think Swindon Town can effectively cope with teams that like to retain a high amount of possession? Additionally, what adjustments do you think the team should make to their defensive and midfield strategies to counter such teams? I think we’ll struggle on the counter-attack. Walsall, for example, punished us every time they attacked in the last home game. However, not every game will be like that, and I think we’ll have our fair share of possession over a long and fruitful season. Also, I think we have a good chance of getting a result against Notts County if we can keep Jones quiet on Saturday. Final comments from Chris It’s still very early in the season, and Swindon Town’s start is a false impression of their abilities. They are a good League Two team with some very good players, and the arrival of Kabongo Tshimanga on loan from Peterborough United should give them a threat up top. Notts will see this as a good opportunity to continue their undefeated start. I believe it will take a few more games before Swindon start to pick up their season, so I think their form will benefit Notts if we control the game. Jodi Jones and our midfield will be crucial in making the game difficult. I think Swindon will be defensively tight and hard to break down. The Magpies must be creative in their bid to get their first three points on the road. I predict a 2-0 win, but I acknowledge that it could end in a draw. Take a moment to cast your vote for the Pride of Nottingham Player of the Month for August and recognise the standout performances! Pride of Nottingham member Blake encourages fans to share their love for Notts County by posting their favourite memories with fellow supporters!
  16. Chris
    Howard Wilkinson learned the ropes under Jimmy Sirrel's guidance before he became a full manager, right? I had forgotten he became the caretaker of the England squad, I remember his involvement with the U21s, but Wiki filled in the missing parts. I do remember his tenure at Leeds United, though by 93-96 I don't think he was anywhere near his best.
  17. Chris
    He's been brilliant since arriving, when I first watched him play his first few games. I was surprised by how well he could hold the ball up, including when being pushed, manhandled and pulled. At times, it's like the ball is glued to his feet. No matter what opposition players throw at him. This season, he's started off well. I am happy with him being our main striker, as he will continue to get goals and his height is of a huge benefit. We have lacked a tall striker since Kyle Wootton left, another player I really rated. Jatta has the ability to be our highest goalscorer, provided we keep creating chances for him.
  18. Chris
    I don't really know what to make of it all. I have enjoyed seeing Jermaine Jenas, on the "One Show" myself. As for Match of the Day, he does tend to be biased especially towards Spurs. Internationals and non-related games, he can be okay, just not when a previous club is involved. I also get the comments about him being smug, he can be, but his appearances on the One Show made him come across much better. As for the "incident texts", god knows. The BBC are very quick to take complaints seriously these days, and they do have the horrible habit of making them into a storm in a tea cup. Personally, I felt surprised when I learned that Jenas had been sacked.
  19. Chris
    This is great! It's good to see Lou, coming to Meadow Lane to support his Grandson. I really hope Notts were aware and allowed him to spend time in the hosptality part, I know the players families do have a space to sit down before the games inside the Pavis Stand. Yet, I think it's the least we could do as a club to show Lou Macari that we appreciate his time in coming.
  20. Chris
    My vote went to Dan Crowley. I believe he's been in great form from the moment we kicked off this season. I would be tempted to vote for Jodi Jones, but I think Crowey's defensive work does pip him at least with my vote. @Robbie don't forget to cast your vote, as I will be tallying them up between the group and Twitter.
  21. Chris
    External URL's that have meta support will now embed. See my example:
  22. Chris
    The BBC's article, plus a video on his time mostly as the England manager. It's a good watch, the article is a decent read too. Sven-Goran Eriksson obituary: Ex-England manager who could and should have ended trophy drought WWW.BBC.CO.UK Sven-Goran Eriksson was engaging, courteous and a shrewd tactician - and he could, and should, have ended England's trophy drought.
  23. Chris
    The military robots look something straight up out of Fallout or something. I think there's a huge increase in AI and robotics in general. I don't think it's a smart area to push too far, but naturally it will because world leaders will want to make sure they can defend themselves if they ever do reach the point where they can serve and protect. It just makes you question if there might be a day when they do try to take over.
  24. Chris
    What would be even more foolish, was if they left them out somewhere in public having planned to load them (a bag assuming) into a car etc. I can actually imagine it's more common, especially before the rise of social media.
  25. Chris
    Hello, @Medz59. Firstly, sorry that I haven't welcomed you sooner! Here goes, welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. I hope you enjoy being a part of our Notts County community.

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