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I saw his post-match interview, and his evident pleasure really struck me. This article conveys that as well. If Jim is reading this - I admire your passion and hope you join Notts’ youth setup. We’ll find a way to improve your deal with Sheffield United, just let us know what you need.

Dan Crowley played a crucial role, and David McGoldrick also deserves a lot of credit for his tireless work to overcome the early setback. I don’t think Sam Slocombe or many other goalkeepers could have done anything about Adam Campbell’s well-aimed shot. It was just too well hit, but our goals were just as impressive, I believe.

It’s great to have Adam Chicksen back, but it’s difficult to know where he’ll fit in and when Luke Williams will give him the time to settle in. Out wide, he poses a good threat and adds another potential scorer to our team. In defence, he can do the job, but in my opinion, he’s less effective.

I don’t think we need to worry. I believe we’ll win some, lose others, and draw elsewhere. I just hope we can regain our form because when we’re on a winning or undefeated streak, we seem to be a completely different team. We could be better defensively, but that’s lower league English football for you. Crawley is a decent team at this level, but I don’t fear any team at home.

Mark Stallard makes a valid point, and I don’t think he’s far off. It all comes down to having a true leader in defence. This could make a significant difference, just like the signing of Aden Baldwin did. If we can achieve this in January, we may see improvements. But even if we don’t, we should still be strong enough for at least the playoffs.

Notts let me down yesterday, but they redeemed themselves with the comeback. For a short while, I think we showed AFC Wimbledon why we’re a strong team at this level. If Crowley hadn’t handed them their second penalty, I believe we could have secured a point and possibly even snatched a win.

When we were relegated from League Two and he was available as a free agent, I had hoped he would return to Meadow Lane. I still believe he could have been a significant asset for us, serving as a mentor for others. The 09/10 season, up until the point he left for Derby, was one of the most enjoyable periods I’ve had supporting the club. It feels like those times now, but it’s easier to embrace because there’s no off-field drama.

It demonstrates what it’s like to work for a manager who not only participates in training but also knows how to bring out the best in players in a clear and practical way. I believe most fans feel fortunate to have John Bostock as part of our team.

Sensible remarks from the Notts manager. I believe Luke Williams is aware that teams are still getting used to the league table and any one of them can hit a rough patch due to the schedule. In my view, AFC Wimbledon is a team we ought to defeat, but a squad’s strength alone doesn’t guarantee victories. Williams understands that we need to enter the match well-prepared to achieve the best result. I reckon he’s absolutely right.

He’s been fantastic and we’re truly fortunate to have a player of his calibre here at Notts. Observing him both at home and away games, he has a unique bond with Meadow Lane where he flourishes due to the support. He’s been instrumental throughout the season in bringing out the best in his teammates. Success requires players who take pleasure in their football. I’m glad he’s content here, as I’m relishing his on-field performances.

Predicting our play away from home is difficult as we’ve been inconsistent. It largely depends on how we start. If we start well, the game should be entertaining with opportunities. But if we start slowly or AFC Wimbledon dominate possession, it could be frustrating. I don’t think it will be easy, but we have a strong midfield that just needs to create opportunities for Macaulay Langstaff and David McGoldrick.

He performed brilliantly and would be my pick for Man of the Match. He’s similar to Matt Palmer in how he just gets on with the game. Dan Crowley was a handful for Bradford in the first half, and in the second half, he had moments of brilliance that opened up the play. However, everyone’s performance started to drop, which is natural when you’re leading 4-0. It’s more about concentration and game management.

It's going to be a tough match, Gillingham have recruited well in the summer and they aren't easily defeated, but there have been some unexpected results. I believe that regardless of the outcome on Saturday, they will be one of the teams vying for promotion. At present, I'm uncertain how Luke Williams can orchestrate a win, as it seems to me that the match is likely to end in a draw. I hope I'm mistaken, we do have a lot of talent and there are potential game-changers throughout the team, but our form is slightly more worrying than theirs. The fact that they are playing at home and capable of causing problems is the tricky part. Notts must remain resilient and improve their defence, otherwise I can see it being like the Colchester match where we have to equalise to secure a draw or something more challenging.

Here’s the revised table, at the very top we have a dancing banana and @Fan of Big Tone. @Fozzy is close behind. I’ll have to come up with one that might favour @super_ram, as I’m feeling a bit sympathetic towards him. Please keep participating, I’ll make sure rounds are posted from now on for prompting. Good luck! Points Table: @Fan of Big Tone - 6 @Fozzy - 5 @super_ram - 2 @KB1862 - 1 @liampie- 1 @Piethagoram- 1 Next round (Round 17) will be posted on Monday, 9th October between 5-6pm.

I’m pleased that the Reedtz are our owners during this time. They deserve a celebration, especially with such a significant milestone game coming up. Our 5000th game could be a real cause for celebration if we perform well and get the right result. Like @liampie, I’ve enjoyed reading this and the pop culture references from that era add a nice touch.

Notts are currently making history. With our owners, we’re taking big steps to awaken this sleeping giant of a club. Luke and his team of coaches, along with the players, are doing a fantastic job. We hope to commemorate our 5000th game with a strong showing. It won’t be easy, but if all the players put in the effort and create opportunities, I’m confident in what can be achieved.

“Cutting out individual errors is point number one,” This statement is spot on. It’s not a big problem, but we do need to start maintaining more shutouts if we want to keep ourselves at the top. As long as we can secure victories and minimise losses or points dropped, there’s always a chance we can remain in the lead. I believe part of the problem lies in our starting strategy. If John Bostock isn’t playing, we need to consider how that might affect our defence and ensure that everyone is working together. Good defending is crucial to winning games, regardless of how many goals we let in. Mistakes are bound to happen, this is League Two football after all, but I think Mark Stallard’s comment hits the mark.

It was a bit annoying, but I must give credit to Colchester United as they managed to stay on top of the game. If John Bostock had been playing from the beginning, I don’t think they would have been able to apply as much pressure. But that’s just how it goes. On any other day, we would have come out on top. But we didn’t this time, and we just need to look back and get better. Our main focus should be on being consistent and staying alert while defending. We need to work together as a team, rather than as individuals.

While it’s never a simple affair, Colchester United demonstrated their worthiness. Our goals were impressive, and if you only saw those, you’d undoubtedly declare, ‘that’s why they’re at the top of League Two’. However, the same cannot be said if you were to see their goals. Don’t misunderstand me, they played well, but had we not made the mistakes we did, we could have won. The errors were our own doing, and some of their goals weren’t particularly good. I’m not expressing this out of bitterness; defensively, we didn’t deserve anything from the game.

Notts have made a comeback in the second half, showing more energy. The introduction of John Bostock has significantly improved the game. Macaulay Langstaff scored an early goal, bringing us back into the match. Well done! We need one more goal to ease the tension in the game. Forget that, we've let our fans down who came to watch us. We've given them another chance to score an open goal. It's really frustrating!

All we can do is give our utmost effort, and I’m confident that we, the fans, will support the lads and cheer them on vociferously. It would be splendid if we could secure another 2-0 victory away from home, but I’m uncertain about how Colchester United will perform against Notts. I’ve watched a few of their highlights, and it seems they’ve been unfortunate to concede some goals, while others have been a complete disaster. However, when you’re up against a team that’s near the top of the league, it naturally motivates the opposition players. I don’t anticipate an easy or routine match; I foresee a challenging first half and an improved second.

He’s a player who, I believe, lifted Notts’ game last season. His unique style and intense energy off the bench set him apart from our other players. This season, we haven’t seen the best of Sam Austin yet, but he’s performing well. I hope he gets more opportunities in the starting lineup. When he starts, he shows great potential. However, as a substitute, he seems to take a while to adjust to the game’s speed. His confidence is evident in his play, and I agree with his sentiments on its importance.

There’s undoubtedly a belief that we have the potential to excel. Without explicitly stating it, if our growth continues, I don’t see why we couldn’t enjoy another successful season. However, there’s still a considerable journey ahead. Luke Williams is well aware of this and our aim is to maintain our form as best as we can. Winning matches instils a certain mindset within the team, which becomes second nature and almost instinctive. Therefore, by Williams taking each match as it comes, we remain grounded and able to concentrate on what truly matters.

This is an excellent article, brilliantly penned by @TheSkipper. I believe Notts, under the Reedtz, has truly welcomed its fans. Winning games naturally brings joy, but we’ve demonstrated this season that even when the tide is against us, we continue to support our players and club wholeheartedly. The atmosphere at Sutton was testament to this; despite not seeming likely to gain anything, the fans were phenomenal. As @liampie drove us back, we all discussed the positivity of the support and how it inspired us to attend more away games. This trend has continued at home games and it’s simply remarkable. If Notts County wishes to expand its fanbase, this mutual relationship needs nurturing. The club has been fantastic and seeing Meadow Lane filled to capacity is truly heartening.

@Fan of Big Tone