CliftonMagpie

I think Luke Williams may need to consider giving more players defensive instructions to counter any long balls or threats. I would like to see Kyle Cameron focus less on attacking and more on being solid at the back. He has been losing the ball too much for my liking. It’s important that he doesn’t get the urge to run with the ball, as it’s been a while since he has put it to any effective use. He usually just gives the ball away softly. Don’t get me wrong, I like the Skipper, but I think he has created his own problems. We can’t afford to make any silly mistakes against Chesterfield.

Unbelievable! KB1862 has guessed correctly. Next time, I will keep the same idea but eliminate any parts that aren’t as common. I thought I would certainly have people stuck and guessing for at least two more teasers! Fozzy was pipped to it. Things may start to become a bit more interesting. Points Table @Fozzy - 3 @KB1862 - 1 @super_ram- 1

This is an excellent piece from the viewpoint of Notts fans about the playoff game. Ryan, Colin and Matt cover everything about the game and it is something we can look back on and remember. I think the early goal made a big difference and gave some fans hope that we could come back. I bet nobody wanted to see penalties, just like me.

Round 5: Clue: This former English professional footballer was born in the North West. He played as a defender and represented England at youth level. He progressed through the ranks at a well-known team that competes in the top tier of English football. He later joined another team, where he made over 200 appearances and captained the side for two seasons. Apologies for not posting this earlier. I’ve caught a cold and have been resting to recover in time for Wembley. I’m feeling much better now. Good luck to everyone!

I’m pleased that things ultimately turned out in our favour. It was frustrating to fall behind 2-0 so quickly, but Aden Baldwin did well to bring Notts back on level terms. I thought it made a lot of sense to bring Jodi Jones on for Adam Chicksen. He seemed motivated and eager to get on the ball.

It's not often that you see a club owner actively cheering on a team they've been competing against for promotion. This kind of sportsmanship is rare and should be celebrated. It reflects well on the National League, Wrexham, Ryan Reynolds, and Notts County.

I suspect that the reason he features more after coming on as a substitute is to discourage other clubs from wanting to sign him. However, I imagine there is still a lot of interest in his services. He would be an excellent signing for any League One or Two team. I don’t understand why Oxford can’t make use of him - it’s their loss and hopefully our gain. His performance against Boreham Wood will have significantly increased the appeal of signing him.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - it’s wonderful to have you back taking pictures. The Notts community is fortunate to have you capturing their reactions. This gallery is excellent! Well done, mate!

Oh, I see now that you mentioned it earlier. I thought you were just teasing me with more revealing questions that others might notice. Points Table @Fozzy - 3 @super_ram - 1 The fifth round will commence tomorrow at 6 pm. I believe we have reached a stage in the game where we can introduce more structure. @Chris, would you be willing to share it on social media once I post the next round? Perhaps we can encourage more people to participate. Yes, you heard correctly. After a member correctly guesses, I will start announcing the times for the next round. I will also try to respond more promptly, but I won’t give away many clues at first. Why not join in the fifth round tomorrow? The time for the next round is mentioned above - it’s at 6 pm! @upthepies, @BromPie, @Joshua, @liampie, @4everapie, @gtownjohnno, @magpiejue, @DangerousSausage, @BESTpie, @thommo, @Piethagoram, @Richo, @Canadian, @Dripsey3, @ARLukomski, @MuddyPatchPie, @KB1862, @menzinho, @nottsnutter, @AmericanPie, @TheSkipper.

There was a lot of frustration with Notts. I thought we started poorly and that put us on the back foot. It was clear from early on that if Notts didn’t improve, Boreham Wood would cause trouble. They showed their threat early on and when they played football, they looked like a good team. Despite having one of the best defensive records in the National League, it was evident that they wanted to make it difficult. The questions Notts asked in the first half weren’t good enough. Boreham Wood engaged in a lot of negative antics such as diving, pushing, time-wasting and cheating. It didn’t reflect well on a team capable of technical, attractive football. It was a huge relief when the second half started brightly and Aden Baldwin’s first goal was pure class. Some fans near me had criticised his first-half performance but his strike was very good. Boreham Wood increased their theatrics and the referee became wise to it but could have stamped it out better by warning their players. Notts largely dominated the second half and time seemed to be running out before we finally equalised. Once Aden Baldwin scored his second goal, I felt confident that we could finish it off in the second half. A reminder to Boreham Wood fans: don’t chant early and don’t count your chickens when your defence becomes headless due to being dominated by a side fully capable of playing football.

Please, @Fozzy. You’ve earned the praise and the point. Can you tell me who it is for my own sanity? We can’t move forward without an answer. I clearly need to become more cunning!

I’m excited for the upcoming National League playoff match between Notts County and Boreham Wood. It’s crucial that Notts County focuses on creating chances and avoids allowing Boreham Wood to force them to defend for extended periods on their home soil. It’s likely that Notts County will press and cause trouble for Boreham Wood, but I hope this doesn’t lead to errors at the back. I’m particularly keen to see Jodi Jones start, as he has the ability to take the game to the opposition better than most of our players. Alongside him, Arron Nemane, Adam Chicksen and Ruben Rodrigues will also be key aspects of the team. I believe Notts County has a good chance of winning the match, provided they maintain their focus on creating chances and avoiding defensive lapses. I’m excited to see how the team performs and hope for an entertaining and competitive game.

@Fozzy

Macaulay Langstaff has been an incredible signing and player for Notts County. If he can help get us promoted, he will be one of the quickest legends that the club has ever had. He shines Notts County through and through.

I’m crossing all of my fingers and come Sunday, I’ll be wearing my lucky socks, boxers and shirt. Let’s hope for the best!

Every season it seems like we might lose Ruben. It appears that his time here is almost certainly coming to an end. However, there is a chance that he may renew his contract based on his enjoyment of football, being settled and possibly a slightly better new contract. The signings this season have been smart and added extra quality. However, when the club loaned in Connor Lemonheigh-Evans, I felt that we actually needed a defender to come in due to all the injuries. Perhaps the coaching staff and Luke Williams thought Aden Baldwin and Richard Brindley would return sooner than later. Nevertheless, I would have preferred the gamble on a defender. This season has been excellent and our recruitment leaves me less worried about players leaving. I believe we can identify replacements and find a way to keep moving forward. My biggest concern comes from the playoffs, which leads me to agree that the defence needs improving next season. I would like depth and quality all over. I know it's a luxury at this level and money may be tight, but I do think it brings in results.

I'm convinced that you're the only one who knows who the player is. Despite the massive clue, no one else has guessed it. You're incredibly good at this game. I'll leave the clue there for a bit longer, but please reveal the answer at some point. Next time, I'll be more subtle like a sneaky fox. Thanks!

I’m not familiar with all of Derby County’s players, but it’s interesting to note that both of his names can be considered first names.

I’m going for it! I’ll have to make the challenges more difficult because you’re too good at this, @Fozzy! I have a feeling that by the 10th round, you’ll have about half of the answers, if not more. Keep up the great work!

I’m sorry, but I am unable to confirm or deny the question. However, I have a feeling that you may have come to the right conclusion. ????

The player in question is not Chris Iwelumo. From what I understand, he started his professional career at Stoke City, although his youth football is unknown. This would suggest that he began his career at Stoke City. He played just more than a handful of games for Notts County during his time with the team.

@AmericanPie, Super Ram, @JIMBO, fozzy and @menzinho, Thank you all for taking part in this past round. A special congratulations to fozzy for guessing the correct answer - Mark Draper! Great job! Round Four: Clue: This former footballer signed for a total of 10 clubs before retiring in the 2000s. Although he started his career with The Potters, he also played for a Town for over 50 games and a United for just under 50 games. Points Table @Fozzy - 2 @super_ram - 1

Lee Hughes is one Notts player that stands out for his ability to always know where the ball would be and somehow always manage to get in position to make the most of it. On his day, teams couldn't cope with him playing against them. I remember his celebration lifting everyone's spirit. It would be nice if some of the current players made this effort with fans, instead of celebrating with each other.

It's not Jeff Astle. He also didn't play for the Rams either.

There are some awesome pictures of the fans enjoying the game! It’s so nice to see the Faces of PON back and having a great time. ????