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  1. CliftonMagpie
    Hello, @Sophie d. It's great to be welcoming you to the Pride of Nottingham. Welcome!
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    He might suit our system better than at his previous clubs. We hope that being part of a team aiming for promotion will motivate him. There’s no real risk with injury, as we can return him if it occurs. Ideally, we would have considered this and concluded that he can offer more than the signing implies. Let’s see how he performs, he might fit in well.
  3. CliftonMagpie
    This is an interesting read. I hadn’t heard much about Jack Peart before. I think I might have seen a post about him shared by PON on social media, but this article provides a good insight.
  4. CliftonMagpie
    I admit that I should use the follow function more than I currently do. I believe raising awareness about it is crucial, and I hope others start using it more. I need to ensure that I follow all the active contributors, as I want to support their work.
  5. CliftonMagpie
    I still think we can make it to the playoffs. It’s a challenging time for Stuart Maynard to understand the squad, but it will be a valuable learning experience for him. These games are crucial for our future direction. I’m relieved that we’re just a few points away from safety. I had hoped we could compete more closely for automatic promotion, but I feel injuries have hindered us. If we can defeat either Wrexham or Mansfield, it could boost our confidence. From there, we might improve our form enough to increase our points lead over the teams below us. Ideally, I hope this is achievable. I believe it is, but we need to stay focused.
  6. CliftonMagpie
    There was a lot of curiosity about who Stuart Maynard would pick, but I can see why he started with Aidan Stone and Richard Brindley. The rest of the players are automatic choices for our team, and no one on the bench has shown they should be starting based on their form in games. I watched our new loan goalkeeper warm up, and he seemed very capable during shooting practice. I believe Jaden Warner could strengthen the defence, but he might have to wait his turn.
  7. CliftonMagpie
    I can’t understand how any referee could see that challenge as only deserving a yellow card. The player went straight through Jodi Jones, with no attempt to play the ball. The challenge was from behind, which is known to increase the risk of injury. The speed at which both players were running made it extremely dangerous. Luca Stephenson is fortunate that Jones didn’t exaggerate the impact of the challenge, because if he had, I think the referee would have taken longer to decide. This says more about us than them.
  8. CliftonMagpie
    It’s a lovely picture of Meadow Lane from the past, which looks very different now. You can spot the standing areas that are now the KOP. The ground is still recognisable, and it’s interesting to see how the area has changed.
  9. CliftonMagpie
    We must remember that Stuart Maynard has all the resources he needs to succeed in his role, with the Reedtz ensuring he has everything necessary. The coaching team is superior to many at this level. His tactics and coaching style should start to show as we play more games, but we’re still a few matches away from seeing the complete picture. I wish fans would support him and wait to see the outcome. I firmly believe that Maynard will prove his worth. His introduction at Meadow Lane was a nice touch. Let’s rally behind him.
  10. CliftonMagpie
    I’m happy with the new signing. He seems robust and exactly what we need. If he were older and had more experience with Norwich or had been loaned out, fans might not be concerned about his lack of experience. A good player can compensate for that, and at our level, he should be able to contribute effectively. He appears to be very defensively focused, which is welcome in a young player, despite hopes of signing someone more experienced.
  11. CliftonMagpie
    We should indeed give more game time to promising youngsters like James Sanderson. They can only improve with experience and by playing alongside skilled players. Our midfield should be a gold mine for such a young player, with the likes of Jim O’Brien, David McGoldrick, Matt Palmer, Sam Austin, Jodi Jones, and John Bostock. Best of luck to him!
  12. CliftonMagpie
    The situation with Lewis Macari’s injury is a bit puzzling, but I wouldn’t want to speculate too much. It could be a personal matter, such as a family member dealing with an illness, and he’s being given time off. If he’s actually injured, it would be odd, but it could be two separate issues. I’m eager for Matt Palmer’s return, but I’m willing to wait until he’s fully recovered and ready. Ideally, Cedwyn Scott will be back soon, but there’s no need to rush him.
  13. CliftonMagpie
    In the short term, it would indeed be a letdown to have climbed so high only to lose our head coach and playoff spot. While the board and Stuart Maynard have stated that promotion is the goal, perhaps not this season, we must maintain a positive outlook. Otherwise, the season could quickly become uninspiring, dampening the magical atmosphere within the club. We must continue to strive forward, even if the best outcome doesn’t materialise.
  14. CliftonMagpie
    The club’s update is appreciated, and it’s been well reported here by PON. The video was a nice touch, allowing us to see the players in person and witness their high spirits. Being injured as a footballer must be tough, but we all wish them a swift and robust recovery.
  15. CliftonMagpie
    My family all back Notts, those who don’t aren’t into football and I’ve no reason to follow any other team. There are teams I like, but that’s usually because of a Notts link. I can’t imagine any team being more of a rollercoaster than Notts. Despite the ups and downs, it’s the community and the real football that make it special to me.
  16. CliftonMagpie
    Hello, @True Magpie. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. I’m grateful that you’ve decided to help the gaffer, all we need is a bit of help in the right areas.
  17. CliftonMagpie
    What terrible news, I’ve seen people chatting about it on social media. It’s such a pity that they couldn’t be saved. Nuneaton sadly are one of those teams with a small fan base and it’s even harder to get the results to build a loyal enough following to keep them going.
  18. CliftonMagpie
    Troy Deeney is a thug and fool. Good player, but his skill stops with his feet and ends there too. His brain seems short of oxygen, enough gets through to keep him alive but he doesn’t have much between his ears.
  19. CliftonMagpie
    Hello, @Harry Buckley. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. We’re like a family here, so it’s great to see you’ve joined us. You’ll easily make a friend or two. @TheSkipper @Fan of Big Tone Oh, I’ve been saying for a bit that @super_ram hides his support for Notts. We know the truth, no matter what he says. You can’t find a “Super Ram” anywhere else online. That’s a very telling story.
  20. CliftonMagpie
    Mistakes need to be set aside once they occur. After a moment of reflection, it just becomes another match. As a supporter, I back every player who represents Notts, and I believe Kyle Cameron is a prime example of leadership. He’s a skilled player who often faces criticism despite his significant contributions to Notts. I’m hopeful that he’ll score in the upcoming match against Stockport County.
  21. CliftonMagpie
    Rochdale are quite average these days, although it should be a good test for him. I hope they actually play him and don't become reliant on whoever they already have. I have every bit of faith that Tiernan Brooks can help them.
  22. CliftonMagpie
    The Prediction League could be anywhere really, with Notts fans taking part, but I do like the changes! They're practical and make the site look more balanced instead of being heavily focused on forums. We need to support the Women's forum and the sports one, as those are two good inclusions.
  23. CliftonMagpie
    It's a very sensible appointment and it's good to see that the club is recruiting managers who have built something under challenging circumstances. I'm fully behind Stuart Maynard, and I encourage others to support him too. Let's make him feel welcome and supported, regardless of how his reign starts or if we have a difficult period. I believe that out of the list of potential managers, Notts have hired someone on the up. It would be remarkable if he could achieve this with us and help establish us back at the higher end of the English football pyramid.
  24. CliftonMagpie
    I support Stuart Maynard, he's the one from the list of potential managers that stood out for me. I hope that he will feature more young players when the timing is right, because that would help us to establish our own talent. I'm delighted that we finally have the head coach role sorted in time for Saturday.
  25. CliftonMagpie
    Notts are much more secure and structured at the back, I anticipate it will be more of a stop-start game with some messy play. I fully expect Stockport County to try to intimidate us, that was their strategy at their ground and they executed it well in the first half. We need to be wary of those elbows and pushes to the ground, more than we have to worry about them being more direct. I hope we get some news about the new head coach, it seems likely that it will be announced at the match now. There’s something happening which has led to the media releasing the pre-match interviews quicker. I actually think we can narrowly win this game, being on home turf makes me much more confident that we can edge the game.

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