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  1. I was torn between voting for Macaulay Langstaff and Ruben Rodrigues, but in the end, I decided to go with someone else who has been more consistent and has shown quality throughout the season. It’s better than being forced to give praise to a donkey or someone who doesn’t deserve any honourable mentions like the team that relegated us to the National League.
  2. The Woking vs Bromley game was definitely a better match than the Barnet vs Boreham Wood game. Woking have been the standout team out of the four and they deserved to win this game. The penalty they gave away was a lucky break for Bromley, who have looked empty of goal. Woking played well and deserved the win.
  3. Alright, voting for all these awards and stuff can be a proper tricky job, but I'm all in and ready to give my two pennies worht! It's important to recognise the hard work and dedication of the players in games and members who make this site what it is, and I'm up for the challenge of choosing who deserves those accolades. Let's get it done!
  4. As of now, it seems like the competition is primarily between three members, but there is still ample time for the situation to change. Despite the circumstances, I cast my vote for the individual who I believe deserves the honour, even though they haven't been posting as frequently lately. Whenever they do post, I find it to be of exceptional quality and well worth reading. Their contributions may be sporadic, but the value of their work speaks for itself. It's my sincere hope that others will recognise the quality of their posts and that their contributions will be acknowledged and rewarded accordingly.
  5. The Eastleigh game was an absolute pleasure to watch, and that's where I've cast my vote. From the first whistle to the final minutes, the game was full of action and excitement, with both teams putting up a good fight. The energy and enthusiasm of the players were contagious, and I found myself completely absorbed in the match. The tense moments, the nail-biting finishes, and the stunning goals made the game a memorable one.
  6. I'm uncertain whether the player being referred to is Chris Iwelumo. Although I recall his name being associated with football, I'm not entirely certain if he ever played for a United.
  7. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for warm weather and favourable conditions at Meadow Lane. The atmosphere there becomes extra special when everything falls into place. On paper, Notts should have the upper hand against York and if they bring their A-game, it shouldn’t be a difficult match. If Notts applies pressure, York is bound to make mistakes. An early goal and a good rhythm could result in a high-scoring game for Notts. Ending the season on a high note is important and while an abundance of goals would be great, a win alone is a satisfactory result. I hope York City puts up a good fight, but it’s doubtful they’ll pose much of a threat to Notts’ goal.
  8. Adam Chicksen has been a totally different player this season. It seems that Luke Williams has the ability to instruct what he wants and this has potentially helped Chicksen with his own movement and gameplay. Scoring so many goals is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He must be feeling settled to perform so well and the new deal is just great news for him and the team.
  9. Although I haven’t experienced much success from Notts County, the few good seasons where we are in the promotion places are amazing. It hurts that Wrexham beat us at their ground, but it doesn’t change anything. I said I wouldn’t be negative about the defeat and that it needed to be accepted. With this in mind, I congratulate Wrexham for winning the league title. I wish them all the success in the future, just not against Notts. I hope they manage to return to the Championship. If Gareth Bale signs for them, that would be insane!
  10. It’s so great to hear that Adam Chicksen has decided to extend his stay at Notts County! It’s clear that Luke Williams has had a huge impact on his decision. Chicksen’s performance this season has been amazing, and it’s exciting to see what the future holds for both him and the club. With Williams as the boss and Chicksen on the pitch, I can’t wait to see what they’ll achieve in the next two years!
  11. OMG, I haven’t laughed this hard for ages! The video of Luke Williams trying to direct the deer to exit the training ground is hilarious. Even the comments here have had me in tears! I guess you could say that Luke Williams is not only great at coaching players but also pretty good at coaching deer.
  12. Notts absolutely smashed it against Maidstone with a 5-2 win! That definitely put some pressure on Wrexham, especially after they slipped up and let Boreham Wood score that easy lob. Poor Ben Foster got mugged off there. But let’s talk about our boys. Jim O’Brien with the hattrick! Absolute legend! And massive respect to Ruben Rodrigues for giving up the spot kick duties. That was an incredibly kind gesture. The players have responded so well and they seem fired up. Let’s keep this momentum going! Come on Notts County!
  13. We’ve been playing our hearts out this season and we deserve to go up. The playoffs are our time to shine and show everyone what we’re made of. And massive respect to Ryan Reynolds for his positive comments about our club. It’s incredibly kind of him and it shines a positive light on us. Come on Notts County, let’s do this!
  14. There's nothing wrong with signing players for free; the issue arises when you purchase the wrong players or randomly select them based on their previous club affiliations. In the past, we used to acquire players from various teams - some were good, some okay, but most were average or poor. I believe that building a team around sensible fees is better because these tend to attract proven players with a track record or upcoming talent, unlike spending £300k on a striker just because the chairman fancies them. The team that relegated Notts to the National League wasn't bad on paper, but we recruited the wrong free agents. Ross Fitzsimons and the defenders in front of him took us down, but if we had a better goalkeeper, we might have had a better chance. Currently, we are signing the best players and captains from other clubs, and it seems to be working. The most significant advantage is that we're able to sign players who can mentor the upcoming talent. I honestly believe that we'll be able to produce better players by leveraging other clubs' talent, but it requires a lot of research during recruitment. A good manager can also make a significant difference.
  15. I can't really recall him either, to be honest. His name doesn't ring a bell. Was he with the club during our time in League One? I don't really recollect many of the fringe players from that period in time.
  16. I think there is a fairly high chance that the game will be slow-paced. It's unlikely that Notts will score early and I have a feeling that we might have to make a comeback. I really hope that none of our players will receive a red card for something silly. I'm not sure why, but I just have this sense that either they will score first or one of our key players will be sent off. I know I shouldn't worry too much and should wait and see what happens on the day. Having said that, I do believe that Notts will be able to overcome any obstacles that come their way. However, there may be some after-effects of the game that could impact the team. I don't think the game will be straightforward, but I still predict that Notts will win 2-1, with goals from Langstaff and Chicksen. On the other hand, I believe Wrexham will win their game and be crowned champions.
  17. No, I don't actually know anyone on the site, but that fact doesn't deter me from interacting with others. I am quite open to discussing the club and I'm happy to interact with anyone who may wish to engage with me. Initially, I used to attend games alongside my parents, but now I usually go alone.
  18. Oh, well, I think Notts County is really cool because it's actually the oldest professional football club in the world, which is pretty impressive, you know? And their stadium, Meadow Lane, has this sort of classic feel to it that I really like. Plus, they do a lot of community work, which is great. Overall, it's just a really special club that's different from others in a lot of ways.
  19. The goals were skillfully executed, all three of them, despite Aaron Nemane seeming to forget how to strike a ball while airborne.
  20. It's a positive step for him; I was unaware that he had departed from Chesterfield or had even joined a team in January this year. I observed that he exhibited elegance on occasion, and if a manager could encourage him to be more consistent, he would be an excellent acquisition.
  21. Science has helped us understand loads about our world and the universe. Some people might find the idea of a multiverse a bit weird though, 'cos it's in Marvel and that. But it's actually a theory that some scientists have come up with to explain some stuff in our universe. We don't have to believe in it, but we should keep an open mind and keep learning about science.
  22. I really enjoy hearing chants at football matches, and I think it adds to the overall atmosphere and excitement of the game. I hope that Notts fans embrace this tradition and come up with some new chants for the upcoming season. It would be great to see the fans really getting behind the team and creating a lively and supportive environment for the players.
  23. Is it because we've done so well that the season feels so short? It doesn't seem that long ago since we played the friendlies. I think the fantastic start to the season gave the players a lot of confidence. The fight and passion came alive with every winning streak we started. I know there was that one brief spell where we lost after winning or drawing for what seemed like half of the season. We struggled for a few games, but those moments are what cast other teams from being a promotion contender.
  24. I feel guilty for admitting this, but I only know bits and pieces. I recall news stories from some time ago about the justice, but I never became engaged with it. Sometimes it’s easier to be a little ignorant when you’re young, but that doesn’t diminish my wish that more people had survived. I sometimes confuse this with the fire that I believe Bradford City had.
  25. I believe that Luke Williams is beginning to feel the pressure. This is likely due to fans who claim that our season will have been a failure if the club is not promoted this time. This seems to be causing Williams to feel more pressure in his approach. I appreciate his honesty and his passionate manner of speaking, but I think he made some mistakes in what he said after the game.

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