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Solid performance against a struggling Accrington team that never really looked to get themselves sorted throughout the game. George Abbott's goal was a thing of beauty. I thought David McGoldrick was trying to get the best goal of the game, with his narrowly missed free kick and the two excellent goals he scored. Still, delighted to see the team win 3-0. It's something at this stage of the season that only helps with form, especially with the introduction of new signings. It allows them to settle in a bit easier, with a little less pressure, and even better, gives a sense of winning.

I wonder who fans feel deserves to be named the new vice-captain now that Dan Crowley has left for the gloriously woeful MK Franchise? I propose David McGoldrick. I think he has led us through his experience and been much more of an influential player this season compared to last. We had a spell during this campaign where he alone changed the outcome of certain games, such as Swindon Town away earlier in the first part of 2024-25. What about you and why?

Yeah, it has to be David McGoldrick. I thought he made much of what worked happen and led our team as someone who should be the vice-captain.

To be fair, we have pulled off some very good results on the road and compared to last season, this has been a big improvement. At home, our record is very good too. Some of the results could have gone our way a bit more, but during that period when we had injuries, we did everything possible to get through it. I do wonder how much Dan Crowley wanting out played into that period and if he was injured or just using excuses to force the club's hand. I am more confident about finishing in the automatic places than gambling it through the playoffs.

I voted for David McGoldrick. I was a bit disappointed that we conceded two goals after taking the lead. However, we have to admit that Walsall are a good team. I thought McGoldrick put in a good effort. Alassana Jatta had a quiet second half. He did well to score, but his performance could have been more impactful.

It’s hard not to feel frustrated after a performance like that. We had the ball, we had the shots, but we didn’t convert. Walsall were clinical with their finishing, and that’s what ultimately cost us. The penalty gave us a glimmer of hope, but the third goal so late on really took the wind out of our sails. The fact we got a goal back late on from Jack Hinchy was a small positive, but we need to manage the injuries we have. We need to take our chances, particularly when we dominate possession like that.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, plenty of nice people on here who all like to discuss things calmly. See you around, @Jon Lowe!

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, plenty of nice people on here who all like to discuss things calmly. See you around, @Peter Speers!

@ARLukomski who do you think Notts County might be more tempted by in the January transfer window? It’s interesting to see the focus on wing-backs and wingers in this discussion. I think Notts have done well with recruitment under the current setup, but it’s clear we could use more depth in these areas. Players who can contribute defensively and in attack will be key if we want to maintain our style throughout the season. I’d also love to see us unearth a gem from Scandinavia, as their leagues often go under the radar. A young, hungry player looking for their next step could be exactly what we need to strengthen for a promotion push.

For me, what’s impressive about Jatta is his physical presence on the pitch. He’s got that mix of strength and speed that makes him a real handful for defenders. It’s not just about what he does on the ball, either, his pressing and ability to track back are crucial in how we play as a team. He’s the kind of player who gives everything, and that’s why the fans are warming to him. Sure, he’s not the finished article yet, but you can see the raw talent is there. If he keeps working on his game, particularly his finishing, he could easily become one of the key players in our squad. He’s got a bright future ahead of him.

It’s tough for clubs like Partick Thistle when they face financial issues. It makes me wonder about the state of football as a whole, especially for teams outside the top leagues. A lot of clubs seem to rely on things like promotion to cover shortfalls, which isn’t sustainable. It’s encouraging to see Notts being run more carefully now after all we’ve been through. Owners who invest wisely and care about the long term are rare. I do feel for Thistle’s fans, though, as they’re stuck in the middle of it all. It’s easy to take stability for granted until it’s gone. Hopefully, they can sort it out without losing their identity or dropping too far down the leagues.

This match feels like such a special moment for the club and the young players. It’s rare for a youth team to face a Premier League academy at home, and it’ll be great for them to experience playing at Meadow Lane. I love that Dan Leivers focuses on effort and improvement over just winning, it’s the right approach to youth development. Whether or not they progress, this is the kind of challenge that helps players grow into future stars. I’ll definitely be there to cheer them on and hope others will too. The lads deserve our support for how far they’ve come already.

His talk about “momentum” is so true. Playing consistently is everything for a player. Hoping Jevani gets a solid run and shows his quality. Loved his comment on the goal relief. Not every day do you get a player who’s genuinely excited for the team, not just for himself. Speaks volumes.

Nick has fit in perfectly here. He’s clearly focused on enjoying every match, and his dribbling is something special. His approach to every game seems so genuine, like he’s really valuing each moment with us. Plus, that instinctive dribbling style is exactly what we need.

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