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  1. This is a positive move for Matt Palmer. The approach should be gradual and cautious to prepare him for the upcoming season. He plays a significant role in Notts’ success, so his return will certainly make a difference. He’s a rare gem for a club like ours - a highly skilled footballer who consistently delivers steady performances.
  2. You know, I need to update my Twitter bio and include a link to my PON blog. I didn’t post my latest blog and I asked the boss not to do it for me because I wanted to see how far it could reach and if readers would share it. I write out of love, not for views and clicks. While comments are nice, I’m proud to be here. I’ll think about this idea and see how I can contribute. Young supporters should know they’re welcome here and won’t be turned away.
  3. In my view, our options are limited and letting Stuart Maynard go won’t help because I foresee the form being inconsistent until this season’s end. If Notts appoints a new manager, how much time will these critics give the new hire? Will they, as usual, reverse their stance and criticise the appointment, arguing that we should have stuck with Stuart Maynard? This happens often when we go through the cycle of changing managers. Some supporters need to realise how common it is for teams returning from the National League to start strong but lose their way as the season goes on, as this is also extremely typical. While some teams do well, more will experience significant dips, and the majority struggle from the start. As I see it, The Reedtz deserve some leniency and understanding that the club is working towards their goals. It might not happen immediately, but anything worthwhile usually requires patience. We could easily swap Maynard for someone who might not perform any better, and in my view, it’s a bigger risk to take that chance. Notts spent four years outside of the Football League, and we’ve had a variety of managers, but our owners have demonstrated a knack for spotting a good manager. It’s not working out so far, but that doesn’t mean all or most of the blame should be placed on the easiest target. I believe what we’re experiencing now can only be endured and strengthened out of season. Giving Maynard and the Reedtz the benefit of the doubt, a review at the season’s end could lead to better outcomes. He’s learning on the job, and the players are more accountable for the losses, but that doesn’t mean we should turn against them either.
  4. Thank you for all the reads and remarks. I hope you thought about sharing it as I didn’t post or share links to it elsewhere, mainly because I wanted members to spread the word. The goal was to provide insight into our current form and situation. I’m happy with how most fans behaved in our recent home match against AFC Wimbledon. That loss was beyond our control, even though the own goal didn’t help, but that’s football. Notts played well and if they maintain that standard, we should be back to winning soon.
  5. I value your hard work in keeping this going, even when some rounds are skipped or missed. It’s a top-notch prediction league and a standout feature for PON.
  6. I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been in hospital and unwell. The pain you’re experiencing sounds distressing, but I hope you’re being looked after. I won’t tag you as it might be overwhelming, but like others, I care and wish you all the best.
  7. Some fans criticised our play, saying we weren’t bold enough and our defence was weak. I don’t agree. Wimbledon let us play, which meant we had to be more inventive. With their defence crowded, it was hard to find space unless we shot from afar. Dan Crowley should’ve taken some shots himself, rather than passing to Macaulay Langstaff who couldn’t reach the ball. We made some poor choices, but that happens. Defensively, I think Notts did alright, and Sam Slocombe was good except for his distribution. Jim O’Brien was impressive, and we missed him when he went off. I reckon we did better without John Bostock and David McGoldrick, though we needed more support for Langstaff. Alessandra Jatta could’ve added something extra upfront.
  8. It’s important to preserve and share our history, especially with new supporters. We should take pride in our past, and Notts fans ought to unite in celebrating it.
  9. It’s wonderful to see clubs nurturing talent from the grassroots, creating opportunities for young girls aspiring to join the women’s game. There’s ample opportunity to witness the rise of the next generation of Notts and potential England stars.
  10. There is no doubt that Stuart Maynard's fortunes are destined to change for the better. AFC Wimbledon are strong, but if we aim to turn Meadow Lane into a stronghold this season, they’re just the kind of team we should excel against. We need to capitalise on our ball possession and keep our defence alert.
  11. Sam Austin had his ups and downs early in the season, and it seemed Luke Williams had trouble fitting him into the team. Even in his preferred position, he seemed a bit out of place and needed time to get used to League Two. I’m really glad to hear he’s constantly improving his game and prioritises the team. That’s a great trait because when he’s comfortable and playing well, Austin can really make a difference.
  12. Look after yourself, mate. We’ll be here waiting for your return. We understand you wouldn’t leave the site without a good reason.
  13. Blackburn Rovers 2-2 Plymouth Argyle Millwall 0-1 Birmingham City Port Vale 0-2 Shrewsbury Town Joker Reading 3-1 Wycombe Wanderers Accrington Stanley 1-0 Bradford City Sutton United 1-2 Grimsby Town Aldershot 0-0 Oldham Athletic Kidderminster Harriers 0-1 York City
  14. Both are outstanding saves, goalkeepers have the toughest job on the pitch and often get overlooked for their contributions to teams. Clubs wouldn’t win anything without a solid keeper, even teams like Manchester City should be thankful to have a good keeper.
  15. It’s believed among the press association that the outages were caused by internal issues linked to Threads. Facebook and Instagram lost a lot of money for every second the network was down. There were worries that it might be an attack on the site, but I don’t think this is likely. I’ve noticed that Facebook hasn’t really addressed anything and has carried on as if nothing happened.

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