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I see this as a reminder that financial strength doesn’t always come from spending big, but from making sure the club is stable and protected. Waiving over ten million pounds is not a small gesture, and it shows the owners are willing to shoulder risk themselves rather than letting it hang over the club. That builds trust. Supporters will want results on the pitch, but moves like this are the groundwork that allows those results to come without the fear of collapse behind the scenes. Football is full of stories where owners walked away, but here it feels like they’re doubling down.

Ipswich Town 1-0 Portsmouth Watford 0-0 Hull City Burton Albion 2-2 Plymouth Argyle Mansfield Town 0-0 Rotherham United Bristol Rovers 0-0 Salford City Crawley Town 1-2 Barrow Joker Halifax Town 1-2 Aldershot Truro City 2-1 Morecambe

Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Ipswich Town Sheffield United 1-0 Charlton Athletic Cardiff City 2-1 Bradford City Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 Northampton Town Bromley 1-1 Chesterfield Salford City 2-0 Swindon Town Joker Altrincham 0-1 Carlisle United Tamworth 2-1 Yeovil Town

What I like most about Matt Dennis is how he looks beyond the goals. You can tell he’s driven, but he keeps saying the wins are what matter most. That attitude is rare and it sets the right tone for the squad. The award for Player of the Month is deserved, but it’s good to hear him say it’s just a bonus. Against Gillingham, we’ll need him at his best, because they’re strong defensively and don’t give away many chances. With Alassana Jatta now fit, there’s also more balance in our attack, which means defenders can’t just focus on Dennis. It feels like a big moment for us, and he’s the player to watch.

Stoke City 1-0 Birmingham City Joker Wrexham 1-1 QPR AFC Wimbledon 2-1 Rotherham United Leyton Orient 1-1 Bolton Wanderers Bristol Rovers 1-0 Barrow Fleetwood Town 2-1 Walsall Hartlepool United 1-0 Brackley Town Wealdstone 2-1 Gateshead

Notts must think long term as well as short term. A clear system that suits the players helps recruitment and development. We should back the squad with smart signings that add pace, technical ability, and grit. The club has a spine: but a reliable goalkeeper, would compliment the solid centre backs, and the midfield that can control tempo. The manager should use youth when ready, but not rush players into big roles. By firm planning and steady progress, Notts can climb the table and play football that makes supporters proud.

Notts have a strong base to build on, both on and off the pitch. The off-field work is clear and steady, which helps in the long run. On the pitch, we need to see a clear plan translated into results. The idea of sticking with a manager who shares the club's values is important. If MP can recruit in the right areas and keep the squad together for a run of games, we’ll see better cohesion. The fans know it takes time and patience. We should not expect miracles, but we should expect a steady climb. That is enough for now if the club stays level and honest about the challenges ahead.

The history of Notts makes this moment extra sweet. Being the oldest professional club in the world brings responsibility, and last Saturday the side showed why the club remains relevant. The 91 teams in four divisions is a testament to resilience and long-term thinking. The fans deserve to feel proud, but we must keep our discipline and respect on and off the pitch. We should celebrate with humility and let the players enjoy the moment, then remind ourselves the real work starts next match. The board has to keep investing in youth and facilities to sustain this level. Notts can be at the heart of the city again if we stay focused and grounded.

It's amazing how Lifeline has raised over £4 million since 1986! Knowing how these funds are shaping the future of Notts County fills me with pride. This year’s focus on creating a high-performance gym matches what elite clubs would aim for, putting our players in the best position for performance enhancement. Additionally, improving matchday experiences with safe standing and updated turnstiles reflects ongoing commitment towards both athletes and fans. More than just infrastructure, these upgrades testify to the club’s ambition and the steadfast dedication of the Lifeline supporters to ensure its continued success.

Celebrating with the fans at the end summed up the day perfectly. You could see how much it meant to the players to finally get that clean sheet, and the supporters responded. Meadow Lane really does feel like a fortress when the fans are behind the team like that. What I liked about Jacob Bedeau’s comments was how he recognised the importance of everyone sticking together. The run of four unbeaten shows the benefits of keeping calm when results weren’t going our way. It’s easy to lose focus after late goals like Barrow, but instead the squad has grown stronger. Now, with a big squad and healthy competition, it feels like we’re starting to turn the corner.

Bolton Wanderers 2-0 AFC Wimbledon Doncaster Rovers 1-1 Bradford City Cambridge United 1-0 Oldham Athletic Salford City 2-1 Tranmere Rovers Walsall 1-1 Chesterfield Forest Green Rovers 2-0 Hartlepool United Joker Tamworth 1-2 Eastleigh Yeovil Town 1-0 York City

Blackburn Rovers 0-2 Norwich City Watford 1-0 Southampton Barnsley 1-0 Huddersfield Town Wigan Athletic 1-0 Stockport County Barnet 1-1 Colchester United Bromley 1-0 Harrogate Town Joker Hartlepool United 1-0 Boreham Wood Morecambe 1-1 Woking

Notts can't really do much until something actually happens. For now, they have to trust what Jatta is saying and take him at his word. It’s not a good look, though. If the club is putting out a different version of events, then they’re adding fuel to the rumours. That only makes things messier. We have to accept that stories like this will always pop up. Most won’t get to the point where they seem dodgy, but sometimes they do, and that’s just how it goes, sadly.

The frustration is clear, but it’s also important to remember the positives. Dennis bagging two goals shows he’s finding real consistency, which we’ve been crying out for. Palmer put in another strong showing too, breaking up play and creating the second goal with his set-piece. The late equaliser was unlucky, and sometimes you can’t plan for those deflections. Bromley’s style made it scrappy, with constant fouls breaking up our rhythm. We dealt with most of it but lacked the killer touch for a third goal. If we keep playing with this intent, results will follow. It’s still early days and plenty of time to build momentum.

Norwich City 0-0 Middlesbrough Sheffield United 2-2 Millwall Bolton Wanderers 3-1 Lincoln City Joker Mansfield Town 1-1 Leyton Orient Fleetwood Town 1-1 Oldham Athletic Gillingham 1-0 Crewe Alexandra Halifax Town 1-1 Forest Green Rovers Sutton United 0-0 Scunthorpe United