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Everything posted by CliftonMagpie
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Man City demolished at Home by Spurs
I find it amusing how the media often act as if Manchester City losing is impossible. Of course, it is possible. I think teams are beginning to exploit their weaknesses more now. Spurs are a good team, although not always consistent. When they perform well, they can dominate any opponent.
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Weekly Chat Monday 25th Nov - Sunday 1st Dec
When I woke up today, I almost forgot I had a cast on. Surprisingly, this hasn't happened often. But once you're up and moving, you quickly remember. My days are quite uneventful, so I decided to visit the local shops for a change of scenery and to keep walking. With the colder weather, I don't want to be stuck inside. I prefer staying active. I'm making good progress and look forward to the day I can walk without the cast.
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Jatta interview, FLP
It's great to see Jatta getting the recognition he deserves. From the moment he arrived, he made a significant impact. Many fans initially questioned why the club bought a striker when it seemed defenders were needed. His call-up for The Gambia reflects his influence. I'm glad it's paying off for him.
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Dan Leivers: "Lads Excited for FA Youth Cup Challenge Against Fulham"
The academy needs moments like this, and I would encourage fans to try to get down on Sunday if they can. It would be a boost for them, but to my starting point, this is what young players look forward to and it will only encourage them. Whatever the outcome, we need to be proud and spur them on.
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Childhood food memories
Spaghetti Bolognese is one of my earliest memories. I could be quite fussy, but my mum is an excellent cook, and a lot of the food we had, from casseroles to shepherd's pie, are things I used to look forward to. One of my all-time favourite simple meals was cheese, beans and potato, three of the best ingredients to make a meal from.
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Welcome Jon Lowe
Hello, @Jon Lowe. Welcome to PON, I hope to see you take part in the community here. It's good to have you with us.
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Welcome Bren Shep
Hello, @Bren Shep. Welcome to PON, I hope to see you take part in the community here. It's good to have you with us.
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Welcome to PON Jonathan Raimondi.
Hello, @Jonathan Raimondi. Welcome to PON, I hope to see you take part in the community here. It's good to have you with us.
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Welcome to PON Peter Speers
Hello, @Peter Speers. Welcome to PON, I hope to see you take part in the community here. It's good to have you with us.
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Arriving on BlueSky and update on PON socials
I tried tweeting back in the day. There's not really a sense of communicating or making friends. I mostly interact by liking stuff, but BlueSky does sound interesting. I think it's important for PON to go with the flow, and identifying how to make the pages different is a very good idea.
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"I want to play every minute"- David McGoldrick.
David McGoldrick will want to play every minute. No footballer wants to miss out on the action, and it's natural that he's eager to impact the team. His ability and experience are key. If he continues to perform well and decides he wishes to have more seasons, I wouldn't object to him signing a new one-year deal. However, his wages might need to be revalued because I strongly feel he shouldn't be earning the most. He's important, but he won't always be playing and sometimes he will be used as a super sub type player.
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14 Summer Signings. Who's made the biggest impact?
It's easy to say that Jacob Bedeau looks like a real class defender. He should be able to step up with us as he already has League One experience. For me, it would be between him, Matty Platt, and Alex Bass. I think each of them has fitted in so well, and we look like a different team at the back. Whereas defence cost us last season, this campaign it's the defence keeping us up at the top. I do think Nick Tsaroulla looks class, but I am sceptical of Kellan Gordon. He didn't do much against Newport, and he is one of those very frustrating types of players who never seem to show their actual ability consistently. Conor Grant and Curtis Edwards, especially Edwards, could have been in the running had it not been for their injuries. They are good signings, but I feel Robbie Cundy and Josh Martin aren't really good enough.
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Who is your Man of the match v Newport?
Matt Palmer had a good game. He gets my vote, but I would also acknowledge just how well Matty Platt and George Abbott played.
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Prediction league 24/25 round 16 - Saturday 16 November
Blackpool 1-2 Northampton Town Stockport County 1-0 Wrexham Joker Accrington Stanley 0-3 Swindon Town Barrow 0-0 AFC Wimbledon Bromley 3-0 Carlisle United Braintree Town 1-3 AFC Fylde Hartlepool United 1-1 Eastleigh Yeovil Town 3-3 Halifax Town
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Weekly Chat Mon 11th - Sun 17th November
I'm focusing on my rehabilitation and getting back on my feet. I know I haven't been around much, but I do check in from time to time without posting. It's not as if any of you will be missing me! ???? In all seriousness, it’s not the same without PON, and I want to wish Super well too. I'm glad you shared with us the reason for your absence, as it helps ease our worries. That’s why I’m updating everyone and posting here myself. Get better soon, @super_ram. Wishing you a full recovery so you can join us again! No excuses.
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Stuart Maynard Praises Alassana Jatta's 'Perfect Goal' and Fans' Role in Doncaster Clash
It's not a bad result. I don't like how some people are suggesting that Doncaster were much better than Notts; I don't think that was true. They created some good chances, but we played much better football overall. We controlled most of the game, while they mainly relied on counter-attacks. When the game went their way, it showed they are a decent team. I don’t believe we need to question every decision Stuart Maynard makes; we should have more faith in the players and the process. A point earned, but there's no need to be negative about it.
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Alassana Jatta's Ambitions for Notts County: Eyes on Double or Triple Digits
Everything will be fine with Jatta representing his country! It's a big opportunity and could be life-changing for him. Come the new year, I believe he’ll celebrate his first full season with a hat trick, and he will thank us fans and the club for giving him the chance to grow. He’s excellent, very skilled with his feet and just as good in the air. He’d be a major threat from corners if we played more direct balls. Go on, Jatta, you’ll make us proud. Good luck!
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Who is your Man of the match v Doncaster?
I believe the way everyone played made this quite challenging. I can understand how tough it is to name just eight players when all eleven contributed equally well. For me, it’s a choice between Jevani Brown, Alex Bass, and George Abbott. I chose Abbott; he was a real pleasure to watch in the first half and kept going in the second.
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Match Report: Alassana Jatta’s Early Goal Not Enough as Doncaster Equalise
Good result, I feel. I think Notts needed a second goal to see it out, and I think we tried to do that. Some fans kept calling for changes, but why risk Dan Crowley and still draw? There were not a lot of options to change things, and I think if David McGoldrick had been fit enough for selection, this game would have been something where he would have made a huge difference. The 70th minute mark was crying out for someone like him in the team, although I thought Jevani Brown did well. Unfortunately, I have no idea how he got a yellow for controlling the ball when a foul had been made on him.
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Prediction league 24/25 round 14 - Saturday 26 October
Derby County 2-1 Hull City Plymouth Argyle 1-0 Preston North End Cambridge United 0-2 Burton Albion Lincoln City 2-3 Stockport County Bradford City 1-0 Doncaster Rovers Newport County 0-2 Fleetwood Town Joker Barnet 3-1 Rochdale Ebbsfleet United 1-1 Wealdstone
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Nick Tsaroulla Finds His Feet at Notts County: "It Feels Like Home Now"
He just needed the minutes and a chance to settle in. When we signed him, I would have put him in my starting eleven, especially after Aaron Nemane left. He has done well so far, but if he's more comfortable on the right, we should play him there while Jodi Jones is out. We can put Kellan Gordon on the left and mix things up if needed, but I hope Michael Tsaroulla keeps improving.
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"This Is What I Live For" – David McGoldrick’s Determination Keeps Notts County Unbeaten Away
David McGoldrick has saved us many points this season. His moments of brilliance have led to numerous wins and draws, and the penalties he has converted have kept us at the right end of the League Two table. I believe he is proving to be more important this season than last, as he is showing some great form.
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Stuart Maynard Discusses the Key to Notts County’s Grit and Determination
We need to start getting the right results at home; the pressure should be on the visiting teams. Given how lush the Meadow Lane pitch is, we take great pride when we step onto the field. Our performances will improve, but for now, we must keep our form and make the most of the points we can earn. Stuart Maynard is doing very well, so I trust he will be ready for Saturday.
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Who is your Man of the match v Barrow?
I felt that David McGoldrick worked hard to chase the ball and played a big role in trying to create chances in the game. However, I believe Nick Tsaroulla stood out the most.
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Match Discussion: Game 13 - The Bluebirds (A)
Performances can fluctuate, but as long as we remain focused and strive for improvement, that’s satisfactory for me. I think we could really benefit from a boost in confidence, as we seem to be experiencing a challenging period right now. Still, it’s always a positive sign when we begin to find our rhythm during games. While we may have been a bit fortunate with the penalty decision, we certainly earned that point. Also, drawing 1-1 away from home is a clear indicator of a team chasing promotion; it’s certainly better than leaving with no points at all. These results show that we’re capable of competing, and if we can build on this, we’ll be in a strong position moving forward.