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Aye, I’ve seen it all in me time. Clubs brought to their knees by folk who shouldn’t be let near a ledger. Money frittered away on daft things, while the basics get ignored. It’s no good having fancy ideas if you’ve not sorted the roof and the pitch first. That’s how clubs end up gasping for breath, near enough dead. Notts has always looked like it ought to be doing better. Big name, proud colours, but never quite showing what it’s made of. I don’t know much about your old owners, but I do remember reading about trouble with the tax man more than once. That sort of thing sticks in the mind. It’s a warning sign, that is. We all want to see our team go up, don’t we? But it’s no good chasing glory if it means losing your soul. You’ve got to build steady. A club’s not just about the league table, it’s about the folk who stand by it, rain or shine. Your ground’s a proper one. Got character. Looks like it belongs in the Championship, easy. Putting money into things off the pitch, training, youth, the community, that’s what lasts. That’s what keeps a club strong when the goals dry up. Fans make the club. Without ‘em, it’s just bricks and turf. And if the fans don’t care, it’s no better than watching telly and shouting at the screen. You need folk who turn up, who sing, who moan, who love it deep down. That’s what keeps it alive. Seems to me your owners now have their heads screwed on. Making smart choices, not chasing daft dreams. That’s how you get the right players in, not just names, but lads who want to fight for the badge. You’re building something now, and that’s worth more than a lucky season. All the best to you, Pie fans. Keep the faith.

The question might not be worded clearly, but from the outside, there doesn’t seem to be much wrong with how Notts County is being run. Your club looks like it’s in a strong position. The owners seem to be changing things for the better and improving Meadow Lane, especially from a match day point of view. I haven’t been for a while, to be fair, but I’ve seen the pictures and the pitch looks better than most in League Two. Signing free players isn’t a problem. If it strengthens the squad, it’s worth doing. Just because a player comes from a lower league doesn’t mean they won’t do well for you. Some clubs are in a mess, with owners making poor choices or spending too much without thinking about the long-term effects. It’s best to wait until the season starts properly. Until then, enjoy the build-up.

Good luck, Pies. I hope this appointment works out better than it seems on paper. It’s hard to judge without proper experience, but Martin Paterson looks like he understands the game well, and that counts for something. He always came across as someone who wanted to win. If he can bring that same drive into management and get the team playing with confidence, things could really click. The team was already exciting to watch, and with his approach, you might see even more attacking football this season.

The problem at Sheffield Wednesday is that some of the latest kits are being cloned and copied. On match days, you’ll see more fake shirts than retro ones. Our fans are quite divided on the matter. There’s no doubt it takes money away from the club’s coffers. https://www.owlstalk.co.uk/forums/topic/323664-fake-shirts/

What a great win! Keep flying high, Magpies. You are looking very good. I have been watching your highlights, and when your team performs well, they are unstoppable. There were some good signs against Tranmere, on top of those two excellent goals. I am pleased for you!

Luke Williams looks like a superb upcoming manager. He’s a lot better than half of the rubbish I have seen in League One and the Championship. Hold onto him for a few more years, and you will have yourself the next big manager in football. I truly wish you long-term success. Great victory against Tranmere Rovers.

Good luck in your final home friendly against Forest. Take pride in knowing that you don't have to pay £150,000,000 to survive the drop and that team spirit from promotion is better than that of survival. At the end of the day, the result won't matter unless you win. Go earn those bragging rights, County!

It's regrettable that Jackie Sewell's true brilliance isn't more widely acknowledged. He was a remarkable footballer who shone alongside one of England's finest ever strikers, Tommy Lawton. Sewell enjoyed an outstanding career and it's a pity that he's frequently forgotten. In my opinion, people don't remember just how talented he was.

Good luck on Saturday against Stevenage Magpie fans. I will be keeping a look out for your score, hopefully Saturday you bag your first league win and then things won't look so bad. There's a long way to go, keep fighting and stay positive.

Hopefully better to come Pie fans, all the best. nightOWL