CliftonMagpie

I believe it will be Stuart Maynard, Neil Warnock’s connection just seemed odd to me. I would have thought he would have other clubs at a much higher level seeking his signature, and coming to our level could be a weak point for such an amazing career. Maynard has something to prove, I have high hopes it’s him because he stands out to me as the most serious candidate to complete what Luke Williams started.

Bristol City 0-1 Watford Norwich City 2-2 West Bromwich Albion Exeter City 0-1 Cambridge United Stevenage 0-2 Barnsley Joker AFC Wimbledon 1-0 Crawley Town Barrow 1-3 Crewe Alexandra Eastleigh 0-2 Oldham Athletic Ebbsfleet United 0-1 Hartlepool United

Positive move forward, I don’t believe our Women’s team are professionals as of now? Enhancements to the coaching staff and further progress in the future could shape the club’s destiny. I hope they continue to ascend the leagues.

He’s only had notable appearances at Aldershot Town, besides playing 7 times for Crawley Town. It’s difficult to be enthusiastic about this signing as there’s little to base it on, and we’ve observed that loaned goalkeepers often don’t play much. I believe it’s more of a signing to provide cover until our next manager can fully utilise Sam Slocombe or Aidan Brooks. As a side note I generally don’t agree with clubs signing players when there’s no manager in place. That’s just my personal opinion.

I don’t believe their second goal should have been a penalty. Tobi Adebayo-Rowling wasn’t the only one struggling to stay upright. To me, it seemed like Jayden Richardson had fallen, and even after watching the highlights, I’m not convinced there was any contact. The decision seemed harsh on Kyle Cameron.

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Welcome to our community @Robbie__64! We’re glad you’ve joined us. I hope you continue to enjoy PON. We do have quiet spells at times but there's plenty of members contributing throughout the day and week, I am delighted to see you joining in. It makes welcoming someone a lot more exciting.

@Piethagoram, I didn’t and don’t have any issue with you joining in. Apologies for not responding sooner. I didn’t realise you had mentioned me and I’ve been away from the internet due to football yesterday and family matters.

Despite the room for improvement in defence, Notts’ performance left me with a positive impression. They held their own for the majority of the game. It’s important to concentrate on the bright spots from the match. We controlled the ball well, and Stockport was successful in intercepting our attacks, which kept the excitement high. I trust the players are satisfied with their efforts. I’m hopeful that the club will delegate the responsibility of the players’ press conference this time. We can gather our strength and come back stronger on Boxing Day.

I came away from the match feeling pleased with Notts’ performance. They played well for most of the game, even though there’s room for improvement in the defence. We must focus on the positives from the match. We had a good amount of possession, and Stockport managed to block everything, keeping me on tenterhooks. Hopefully, the players are content. I hope the club lets someone handle the players’ press conference this time. We can regroup and give it another shot on Boxing Day.

A forward shouldn’t be scared of the other team, and Macaulay Langstaff’s eagerness shows he’s ready. I hope he can quieten the supporters calling for Luke Williams to be dismissed.

It’s remarkable how much stronger we are with Macaulay Langstaff leading the attack. He tirelessly chases every ball. Having a striker who’s dedicated to defending when needed, but also has a knack for scoring, is impressive. He’s a dynamic striker with a well-rounded game. I’m glad he’s found his scoring form this season.

I believe our players should have a break this Christmas, no matter their performance. The less stressed and more grateful they are, the harder they’ll work, in my view. We’re very fortunate to have Luke Williams. He sets high standards and lives by them. He’s the perfect person to lead us to League One, even if it takes some time.

His first goal was fantastic. It’s unfortunate that he had to leave the game against Walsall due to an injury. He seemed quite strong, especially when it came to tackling. He brings a unique element to our defence, and we hope he continues to develop.

Brilliantly answered by none other than @Piethagoram. Tony appeared lost with my hint, but Fozzy guessing Chi Chi Mendes was a good attempt. I’ll post another round on Saturday. I’ll confirm the exact time later, but I reckon I should be available around 7pm. Points Table: @Fan of Big Tone - 8 @Fozzy - 5 @Piethagoram - 2 @super_ram - 2 @KB1862 - 1 @liampie - 1

I miss the feeling of potential victory, as now it seems like we’re destined to lose, and I have a feeling it will be due to our own mistakes. Stockport County could have a great game against us if we don’t show up or play our best. I would have predicted a draw before our recent form, but now I feel they will win. They have everything in their favour, and we’re still in a slump with no signs of getting better.

I’m not particularly concerned about Michael Doyle. I don’t think Woking is a place where he’ll learn and stay for a long time. I give him a maximum of 12-14 months.

Round 18: Clue: I am a father whose daughter has chosen to tread the same path as I did. Her given name is far simpler to articulate compared to mine. I had the pleasure of a brief period with Notts County. Can you guess who I am? Points Table: @Fan of Big Tone - 8 @Fozzy - 5 @super_ram - 2 @KB1862 - 1 @liampie - 1 @Piethagoram - 1

A regular round of ‘Guess Who’ will be posted between 5pm and 6pm. @Fozzy @Fan of Big Tone @Piethagoram @DangerousSausage @super_ram Please continue to send in your guesses and join in the fun. Hopefully, this will lift spirits amidst the recent disappointment surrounding Notts.

I believe everyone needs to take a breather, concentrate on what has previously brought the club success, and try not to focus too much on past mistakes. There was always a possibility that we would go through a period where defeats would start to creep in. We’ve gone from believing we can win any match to losing ones we shouldn’t on paper. To keep our season on track, the players must start paying attention to Luke Williams - although perhaps he needs to take a step back to fully understand what’s happening.

Given our recent tendency to concede careless goals, it will always be challenging for the defence to bounce back. We need to let our offence take the lead again. Rather than focusing on the defence, the midfield could alleviate some pressure, but the rest is up to Luke Williams.

We’ve had a hectic period, facing various teams. We’ve performed well against some, but could have improved against others, like Walsall. I believe it’s crucial to regroup and maintain focus during matches, and hopefully, our training will yield results over time. I don’t think Walsall were particularly outstanding; their victory was more a reflection of our shortcomings. They reacted, while we let our spirits drop and didn’t sustain the same level of effort.

@Fan of Big Tone Spot on! The player is indeed Peter Reid. I’ll keep you updated about the upcoming round. Thanks for your guesses and participation. We’ll be moving on to the next round shortly! Stay tuned for more updates on this.

We’re aware of what Harrogate brings to the table, but I’m hopeful that we can leave all the disappointment in the past and concentrate on returning to consistent performances. I’m not overly concerned if we win without flair, but I do believe that for the sake of consistency, it’s always better to play well. I think this makes it easier for form to come naturally. Luke Williams needs to work out how to compensate for the void left by Matt Palmer’s injury. He’s one player we’re sorely missing, and it’s no surprise that his absence is keenly felt. Dan Gosling hasn’t made much of an impact so far, so perhaps it’s time to let him start a match and see how he fares from the get-go? I’ll be attending the match, so I’m hoping for some form of entertainment.

No, it isn’t George Best. The hint I’d offer is that I’ve never seen this individual appear under the age of 40.