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  1. CliftonMagpie
    I found it an entertaining read, very enjoyable. Isn't it always the same with Notts? When times get tough, the negative comments fly and the players get unfairly criticised, as if they don't care or put the effort in. As for Stuart Maynard, some fans who dislike him will never accept him as our head coach and just wait for those moments to claim he's not good enough. I try to focus on the positives, but unfortunately, a small vocal minority of our fans don't.
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    It should be a very good game, even though the squad's morale might be affected after losing to Peterborough. They gave a good account of themselves and really could have won, though some will say they should have. However, that's irrelevant now. We have to do our best to get the right result against Walsall. Would I take a point? Yes, but I am hoping we can show enough quality to come back home with all three points. Defensively, Notts just have to take their time and not make rash decisions. We have been immense this season at the back, so if we are solid in this area, we'll be better up front.
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    I voted for Matty Platt. I thought he was the rock in our defence and kept us structured against a team that could skilfully create chances. It's a shame he went off. I hope it's not a bad injury.
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    George Abbott for Player of the Month. He's been incredible and deserves to be in the spotlight for this. He's done very well for us and will be a big part of the success we might experience this season.
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    Good report of the game. I feel proud of the players and I would have stayed to clap them off the pitch had I been there. They deserved it for the performance they gave and despite conceding goals, I don't think it's something we need to pay too much attention to because we matched them in terms of scoring.
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    What an honour and historic moment. Pedro looked like a classy player and although he was well before my time, I respect and admire what he did for Notts County. I am pleased the club remembered to do this, as it reminds fans of his legacy which is important beyond the colour of his skin.
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    I would like to think we are a lot more settled in defence and can make Peterborough United work hard to get anything from the game, yes they are a good team but on cup day we are equal to them. The winners will be whoever wants it more, or who plays the best defensively. I am sure Stuart Maynard will have the team well drilled and prepared for the match. We have a good following, so I am sure that will help us get into things.
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    Alan Judge was one of my favourite players back in the day. He was such a good player. After he left us, we never seemed to find someone to replace him. I see a lot of Judge in Dan Crowley and Cal Roberts. They are players who can take control of a game and change the outcome with pure brilliance.
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    It's a great idea. You can get content emailed by following forums and topics. I think more members should enable this feature. A newsletter is a brilliant idea to boost engagement.
  10. CliftonMagpie
    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.
  11. CliftonMagpie
    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.
  12. CliftonMagpie
    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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.
  19. CliftonMagpie
    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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    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.
  21. CliftonMagpie
    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.
  22. CliftonMagpie
    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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  24. CliftonMagpie
    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.
  25. CliftonMagpie
    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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