The Heff

Platt’s attitude is exactly what we need in this squad. He’s not getting carried away, just focused on the next game and keeping things tight at the back. His point about clean sheets being the foundation for success is spot on. We know we’ve got the attacking talent to score goals, so keeping solid at the back will make the difference in the promotion race.

Momentum is everything at this stage of the season, and Notts have it in abundance. Maynard has got the squad playing with confidence, and the defensive improvement has been huge. We were too open earlier in the season, but now we look much more compact. 12 clean sheets show just how much we’ve improved at the back. My only concern is the injuries. Losing Jones and McGoldrick for any length of time could be a real blow, especially with big games coming up. That said, we’ve got depth, and Whittaker stepping up against Morecambe was great to see. Port Vale will be tough, but we’re in such good form. Keep defending well, take our chances, and we’ll be fine.

I respect the effort Curtis put in to get to this point in his career. Having been with Notts for half the season and recently back from injury, I'm looking forward to seeing what he can do for the team! Excellent article, @menzinho.

Solid win for Notts. The first half saw some good football with quick passing, good movement, and two goals. McGoldrick looked sharp, and Tsaroulla was strong. The second half was different, with Gillingham stepping up. We had some struggles, especially after their goal. We need to manage games better, but defensively we held our ground. Bass made a couple of key stops, and Platt was solid at the back. Nice to see us securing wins under pressure. Another three points on the board. The team is getting stronger each week.

Seeing Curtis Edwards come back after such a long spell out and slot straight back into the team like that was brilliant. He brought so much composure and energy when we needed it most. You could tell how much it meant to him, and the way the fans responded was class.

I think Alex Bass was solid for us in goal, even though Carlisle United didn't look much good as a threat to score. David McGoldrick pushed himself and I think he ran his heart out in his efforts to help secure the win. But it's George Abbott who deserves the Man of the Match vote, at least from me.

A lot of young loanees take time to settle, but Abbott has slotted in seamlessly. His movement off the ball is clever, and he’s always looking for a forward pass. That’s exactly the type of player we need if we’re going to push for automatic promotion. His assist for Jatta was brilliant, but he also had a solid defensive game, making key tackles and interceptions. He’s already got four goals and four assists in League Two, which is an impressive return for a midfielder. If he keeps this up, he’s going to have a big future, whether that’s back at Spurs or somewhere else. Absolutely delighted he’s staying.

I reckon he might stay, considering he's still quite young and has potential to grow. We've got some excellent players he can learn from, and if we achieve promotion, he could prove himself further in League One. It's important to give him the benefit of the doubt regarding his recent improved performances, as we hope he genuinely feels settled within our squad.

While I respect other fans votes, for me, it's an easy decision despite the team's overall good effort. David McGoldrick delivered one of his best performances, and it's unfortunate he didn't get his hat-trick.

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Happy Birthday, legend! It's a shame things didn't work out with you, but you are a great coach, so all the best to you.

Matt Palmer all the way. I think he's getting his stride back in the team. Not that he hasn't been good, but now he's more like he was before his injury. He seems to have a drive that helps us play more calmly.

I feel like we were in control for most of the match, but it just wasn’t to be. We had the possession and the chances, but when you let in three goals, it’s always going to be tough. McGoldrick did well with his penalty, and Hinchy’s goal was a bright spot, but it wasn’t enough in the end. A lot of work to do defensively.

Happy 76th, gaffer! Your passion on the touchline and ability to get the best out of players is something every Notts fan appreciates to this day. Enjoy your day!

Sam Austin really gets the essence of what the FA Cup means to fans and players alike. His point about how even small things, like using different balls in training, add to the excitement is so relatable. It’s clear he values professionalism, which is key if we’re to take on tougher teams like Peterborough. This mindset could help Notts push through to the later stages. Come on, lads!