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The drive and preparation being put into our training is a testament to our ambitions for the upcoming season. Kyle Cameron's confidence in their efforts is heartening. The increased intensity of our training should be directly reflected in the vigour we bring to our League Two matches. All this hard work should definitely assist in targeting a top-three finish this season.

Remembering last season, it's evident that a deep block situation did arise quite often. If we can tactically outsmart such strategies, I reckon we can maintain control over games. Williams seems aware of this, and it's now down to how well we execute on the pitch.

I am reading that the final score in the Alfreton game was 5-0. Macaulay Langstaff found the net three times, which is very positive news. Please do share your thoughts; I would love to see more opinions from fans who attended and in general.

Boston sounded like a very good test. It deserves credit to shut out a team that plays good football, and it says a lot about both teams. Winning 1-0 isn’t a bad thing at all. The fact that we managed to score is the positive part, along with the relentless pushing for the scoring opportunity. It could have easily led to frustration and a lapse in concentration, resulting in them having fewer chances on goal but claiming the win.

No albums currently. I am listening to this due to the fact the cancel culture are saying it's racist. It a very good song by Jason Aldean, that mentions nothing to do with any race.

Hello, welcome to the Pride of Nottingham @BeestonPie. PON is a very good site, join in and don't look back.

Knowing that Notts were in possession throughout the game is a good thing. The important thing to take away is that they didn’t give up or allow frustrations to get the better of them. Winning 1-0 isn’t a bad thing; it sounded like Notts played very well and just needed a bit more luck on goal.

Williams’ response to the injuries is positive. I think at this stage, the minor concerns are normal and should be fine within a few games into the season. Having a settled squad with backup options for depth is useful. For me, seeing all the responses except the above is useful. I appreciate the club approaching the injuries openly, as it stops talk of it being more serious or other nonsense.

The team seems to be developing nicely with the new signings. It’s a positive sign, and fans should realise that it will take further time for things to be perfected between the players. The signings this season, I think, go a long way in adding quality to the attacking departments, which should ease the defence.

I hope we can give Forest a run for their money. Obviously, if we lose, we lose. I don’t care, but if we were to win, it would show those plastic fans who don’t appreciate their own club. Much like the 70% who seem to be glory supporters. I’ll make a prediction: 2-1 Notts, with a Langstaff brace.

There’s no need to resort to the stupidity of losing, regardless of the manner. I think those vocal fans have let down the whole club and community. That said, there are some interesting and very decent comments. Frustration should never lead to anger, though.

It would be good if they managed to survive. What’s happening to clubs is awful.

It sounds like we have some promising young talent, but whether Luke Williams will be brave enough to play some of them during the season, only time will tell. With 7 subs, any games where we are a few goals ahead would be the ideal time to throw one or two on just to gain experience.

@Fan of Big Tone Some keepers do take things too far, but it’s the same for strikers who perform antics themselves. They should have to do a straight run-up, without stuttering, leaps or jumps. If a keeper can’t move, why should the advantage go solely to the penalty taker? Archie Mair also engaged in some of these dark arts of goalkeeping.

I don’t think all the changes are necessary, as some of them are what the card system is for. However, I don’t believe that what the Argentina keeper did in the World Cup final should have been allowed. Trying to put off the opposition by talking to them in an annoying way should have resulted in him being carded. Most of the changes seem to be a result of his antics. I have also read that towels will no longer be able to be used for long throws, which should speed up the game slightly.

Very interesting graphic. Matt Palmer seems to be one of those players who covers a lot of ground while performing at a very high standard. The way he covers so many blades of grass shows part of the quality he possesses. It would be interesting to compare this to the end of our League Two campaign. Will it be similar or increase?

It’s great to see so many returning members. It seems more and more return between the days I post and even more when I don’t. Nobody should worry about fitting in. Just post great comments and have fun.

Anyone interested in watching a film in their own time and coming back to give their thoughts on it? @KB1862 Have you seen a of the Nightmare on Elm Street films? @liampie Mimic 1997 Very good film.

The discussion inside the post about the TV show "From" has made me wonder how many fans of horror are on the Pride of Nottingham. The 80s were a great year for the genre, with films like The Blob, A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Shining, Hellraiser, Creepshow, The Thing and Friday 13th being just a few of the films I recall enjoying. The 90s were also quite enjoyable, but I am not a fan of those films that use jump scares as their main focal point. I also dislike the first person, self-filming camera type movies. The Blair Witch Project did it right, but most films after that which tried this unique method made it unbearable and distracting. What horror films have you enjoyed? If you were to name 3, what would they be? Let's discuss what films within the horror genre we define good entertainment.

Isn't that the truth, @Fan of Big Tone. I hope your wife is coping with the medication and is getting closer to being taken care of by the NHS. Knowing that people are well, happy and in good situations is a blessing.

I bet if I were in the UK, all the high street shops would be new to me. When I was last in Nottingham, I didn’t get a chance to go into the city centre. So, I’m not aware of what it’s like these days. I thought this trip down memory lane might interest some of the PON members like @Piethagoram and @super_ram. What shops do you remember and wish were still around?

Good article on Dan Crowley. He sounds like a good asset and of the mould of Matt Palmer: a quality midfielder that gets the others around him into scoring positions.

The key fixtures sound like fans should have a good time. Who we get doesn’t bother me. It’s the results and performances that matter. I think the opening games will give a good sign of the squad’s character.

I understand that this signing might not be as thrilling as the others, but he seems like a player that we can get something out of and I believe the coaching team will help him. It’s interesting that he used to be a defender; I would hope his communication and understanding of defending would help him keep the defence alert.

It’s a very good interview. I really like how David McGoldrick comes across. I know there were some concerns about him signing, but when you speak like David, you don’t need a PR team to win anyone over. Just be yourself, natural and work hard on the pitch. I’m sure he will!