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Every club should be able to nominate 3 vloggers that are under their licence. They should be made to wait to release their footage after the official highlights have been aired and worked with, not against. @ARLukomski makes me feel closer to matches, just like PON makes me feel a part of the community and connected with what matters. I get what the EFL are doing, but by targeting fans in this manner they are removing what helps them to be more approachable. Good vloggers serve the club. Yes, there are some right idiots blogging, but the EFL/Clubs should embrace and support.

@Piethagoram I am sorry to hear about your sister. You don't have to provide us with any updates on how she's doing, but I for one hope she pulls through this okay. I am concerned for you too, I hope you are coping as well as you can. How are you? @Fan of Big Tone I hope you and Mrs. Tone had a nice time in Whitby. The pictures certainly make it look quite brisk, but still inviting! @cheeky~k8 those are brilliant cards. I like that you take the time to hand-make your Christmas cards, that's a gift! This past weekend, I haven't done much, if anything at all. I am still recovering from my operation, which was successful. I didn't want to mention this before, but that is why I haven't been as active. I still get tired, but it's nice to not feel so short of breath. Plus, I can get around using my own two feet. I plan to spend Christmas away with my neighbors; they have become more like family.

I believe we need to recognise how much progress we’ve made and strive to stay grounded after disappointing outcomes. Defensive mistakes can be trained out of a team’s performance, as can the team’s style of play. Losing 4-2 to Wimbledon is a letdown, but we shouldn’t let it make us feel defeated. It’s just one match, and I’m confident that Luke Williams will be able to turn things around. If we can strengthen our squad further in January, we might see even more improvement. A skilled defender could make a significant difference. Not that our defenders are poor, but someone who is more alert, focused, and driven could be a game-changer.

I didn’t have the chance to see Ben Davies play in person, but I do recall his time with us and how he often emerged as a goal scorer. The 09/10 season was a delight to follow through the highlights, and I wish I had been able to attend some of the matches that season. Reading this article is fantastic, especially the comments, as they reveal how much Ben meant to Notts.

Notts needs to start shifting into fourth or fifth gear now, if they want to be in the running for the top 3 spots. Stockport County are starting to pull ahead and create a healthy gap. I don’t want to see Mansfield finish above us, we need to keep the pressure on them and a win against Wimbledon would be just the ticket. Wrexham are also starting to show they can finish in the top three, so we need to work hard in away games to make sure the club picks up as many points as possible on the road.

The fans forum was really productive, the bit where Luke Williams explains the short corners is hilarious! I don’t reckon fans need to keep questioning our managers, it was the same with Ian Burchnall. The game’s changed and I think Williams has shown a level of understanding that makes it daft to question his decision to play short corners at every chance. I’m chuffed fans enjoyed it and feel closer to the club, that’s really important.

Dan Crowley is a really exciting player to watch, he seems to have a lot of tricks up his sleeve and the way he turns around and then goes back to where he was previously facing is such a clever way to confuse the opposition player. Seeing players enjoying their football, it makes everything that much better. Finally, Notts County have a squad that fights for the fans, owners who care about the future, rather than the short term and staff who understand how unity makes a big impact.

Very handy to read all this, I’ve not had the chance to watch the fans forum video but going through this it seems like it was very informative and useful, with lots to look forward to. It’s nice to see the club buzzing, but also with owners who understand how smart investments work. Investments that aren’t a gimmick like naming tea bars after yourself.

Yes, Ian McParland tells it like it is and isn’t scared to speak up. Sometimes you might disagree with his view, very rarely would you feel he’s out of line and most of the time I would agree with him. I think I’m one of the few who thought Charlie was a good manager and could have done a lot more for us.

I can’t stand for long these days, so I’m not bothered and the chances of me getting to Meadow Lane are slim. But when I do finally get back to Nottingham, I’ll choose to sit. However, I do hope that safe standing makes a comeback. There’s no problem with it when done right and fans can choose if they want to stand with others.

Their manager will undoubtedly be feeling the pressure. I find @Chris’s comments interesting, but I don’t usually pay much attention to the opposition as they can often resemble politicians, moulded by their own agendas and beliefs rather than being honest and humble. Notts played very well, even though I felt like Forest Green could go on and cause an upset. I think that second goal for them woke Notts up, thankfully we turned our performance back on. Finishing the game 4-3 is just a reminder that some teams won’t just lay down because we are leading a game.

It wasn’t uncommon for Jimmy to go to a pub after games with some of the players. Several times I said hello and would ask him about his thoughts on Notts. He was a very friendly person, with a very thick Scottish accent which never changed. Yet he had his own way of speaking. Sometimes, I must admit he would speak so fast that I would just nod. You would feel rude in this scenario but just being in his presence felt incredible. On a night out in Notts, I once came across Jimmy with Brian Clough. They were both deep in conversation, so I never bothered them but it was a sight to see them. I feel very privileged to have spoken to Jimmy. Younger fans who would have missed this, go speak to Les Bradd or Don Masson, they will tell you stories which will make you see just how important he is to our club’s history.

Fair play to Neil Warnock, he seemed to enjoy the chant and that reaction is priceless. I wish him much happiness in his retirement.

I’m not sure how this escaped my notice, @Piethagoram, but that’s quite an impressive list. I believe there’s a portion I’ve never seen, so I’ll use this as a guide for future viewing.

Our away form has seen steady improvement since the earlier games. However, Colchester may prove to be a challenging team for Notts to score against. I envision the game ending in a 1-1 draw, not due to a lack of good play or opportunities created by Notts, but because Colchester performed well on their home ground.

The young player performed well against us. His potential is evident and his skills were impressive. He’s definitely one to watch.

Hello, @Niederbayern Pie. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. I hope to see you join in whenever you can. See you across the pond!

Hello, @Morten Johansen. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. I hope to see you join in whenever you can. See you across the pond!

The game was incredibly exciting. There was a moment when I thought Forest Green might take the lead. Notts seemed to retreat after the second half began, but they came back fighting for the win when the score was 2-2. It was truly entertaining.

Luke Williams will undoubtedly demand better, but I believe he will be pleased with the win. I’m sure he enjoyed the game as much as anyone else - how could he not? He simply wants to see improvement at times. There’s not much that could have been done about two of the goals as they were well executed. However, we need to be more careful about conceding penalties.

A victory is a victory, no matter how it comes. It’s crucial not to underestimate the importance of showing the quality and character needed to win a game, especially when the opposition has managed to claw their way back into it. Scoring two more goals after such a setback demonstrates real quality.

The level of support shown during games has been truly impressive. I’ve been following the matches on iFollow and it’s clear that the Notts fans are giving their all. Their dedication and connection to the club is something that needs to be nurtured and supported. An increase in the fanbase could be a positive development, especially if we manage to maintain an average performance. There’s no doubt that it’s a fantastic time to be a fan.

I extend my best wishes to Ian Burchnall as he embarks on his journey. Taking on a coaching role in the Premier League can be inherently more precarious compared to a managerial position in the Football League. The turnover of coaches in the top league can happen swiftly and unexpectedly. If I were in his position, I might have considered seeking an opportunity with a League One or Two club, with the hope of gradually progressing towards a managerial role.

All games, in my opinion, hold significant value as they provide me with valuable insights. I express my gratitude to everyone who has engaged in playing games alongside me. This information is crucial for someone like me who is living away from their home country. Therefore, I extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you.

While the statement that Luke Williams despises cup games may not come across as particularly well-articulated, it does give off a somewhat immature impression. However, it is worth pondering what has become of the individuals who expressed their dissatisfaction with the EFL Trophy owing to the participation of Premier League U21 teams, or their belief that it is merely a tinpot cup.