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Love the fact that Platt isn’t getting ahead of himself and talking about the title already. Too many teams fall into that trap and lose focus. He’s right, there’s still loads of football to play, and all we can do is take it game by game. The most impressive thing about this run is how solid we’ve looked at the back. For years we’ve relied on outscoring opponents, but this season we look like a proper, balanced team. Port Vale is a big test, but I have faith in this squad. If we can keep picking up clean sheets and grind out results when we need to, there’s no reason we can’t be in the promotion picture at the end of the season.

Notts are in such a strong position now. Maynard deserves credit for keeping the squad motivated and competitive, even when we’ve had injuries. You can tell the confidence is sky-high, and players are stepping up when needed. Keeping so many clean sheets is no fluke, it shows how disciplined and committed we are. The key now is keeping players fit because every game from here on is massive. Losing Jones and McGoldrick, even for a short time, could make things tricky.

Tsaroulla has been a brilliant signing, and you could tell that goal meant a lot to him. His movement off the ball has been excellent, and he fully deserved his moment. I also love his attitude, he’s not just talking about his goal but the team’s defensive improvements and how much the fans push them on. That’s the mentality we need if we’re going to stay in the promotion race.

David McGoldrick is the player who stood out the most for his performance. He delivered a showstopping display and contributed some fantastic moments during the match.

I love the mentality Bedeau talks about, taking it one game at a time. We’ve seen how tight League Two can be, and it’s all about consistency. The fact that he and the squad are so focused on the defensive side of things is really encouraging. Last year, we’d have struggled to see out games, but now we’re managing them much better. The home form is massive too, and he’s right, Meadow Lane is a tough place for teams to come. If we can keep making it a fortress, those points will add up quickly. Really impressed with how we’re shaping up, and it’s great to see the players enjoying their football.

Burnley 2-2 Watford QPR 1-0 Preston North End Blackpool 1-0 Stevenage Northampton Town 1-2 Charlton Athletic Chesterfield 2-0 AFC Wimbledon Morecambe 0-1 Bromley Hartlepool United 2-0 Yeovil Town Wealdstone 0-3 Dagenham & Redbridge joker

Luton Town 1-1 Swansea City Plymouth Argyle 2-2 Oxford United Blackpool 2-0 Rotherham United Cambridge United 1-0 Shrewsbury Town Crawley Town 1-2 Stevenage Gillingham 0-0 Salford City Harrogate Town 3-1 AFC Wimbledon Newport County 0-2 Carlisle United Joker

I can see both sides of the coin here. While it’s frustrating to see us struggle without key players, it’s allowed the others to shine. Players like Austin and Gordon may not have made the same impact if they were competing with a fully fit squad. The return of those injured will no doubt push our performance further, but it’s the experience gained during these tough times that could prove invaluable. Maynard’s biggest task will be integrating everyone back into the squad, ensuring both old and new stay motivated. I’m cautiously optimistic about what the rest of the season holds.

Jack Hinchy’s first goal was a huge moment, not just for him but for the team. His awareness and confidence to take the shot, even after missing earlier in the game, say a lot about his mindset. It’s good to see young players working hard on their craft and seeing results on the pitch. Hopefully, this boosts his confidence, and he keeps adding goals to his game!

I always wished Notts had kept Shaun Derry as the manager when we were relegated. I think he would have learned from League One and helped get us back up. Anyway, happy birthday to him.

It takes some players time to settle and find form after injury. While some might be like a new signing, I hope it isn't repeated and that all can steadily return to action. We need their quality to help get the club back on track.

Brilliant player, even though I never witnessed his magic, I can appreciate what he did for the club. I am sure most fans who did see him play would have him at his best now and in the current team. I am also pleased to see Notts pay respect and tribute to Pedro Richards. It's a shame his son Jordan didn't work out for us.

Matt Palmer gets my vote for his integral part in how we played going forward and tried to remain organised at the back. I would give a shoutout to Alex Bass. I don't think he played all that badly and was unlucky at times.

Good luck to the Notts Women's team. It should be a good game, and I will keep an eye out for the final score.

Neil Warnock wasn’t just a manager, he was a leader and a fighter. His time at Notts County will always be special to all of us. Happy birthday, gaffer!