TheSkipper

I think with more performances like this, the players could make us believe we can challenge for promotion. It would be good to keep this form, especially against other promotion candidates. We should aim for the best possible run to move up the table. Credit to Stuart Maynard, he praises the team and shows a lot of potential.

The tempo Notts set was very high, with the chance creation and general play being very exciting to watch. Grimsby were poor in defending, but looked quite comfortable going forward. They reminded me of Notts against Tranmere, so I do think we defended better. Their goal was frustrating at the time, as it could have been a clean sheet, but it's all positives at the end of the day. I went home happy and encouraged, I can see players working well together. It would be good to see this continue, I hope it does start to become a consistent part of our game.

When players click together, it can boost everyone’s performance. While people are talking about Jodi Jones and Dan Crowley, there’s another solid player who deserves attention. Curtis Edwards has the ability to do everything needed to make others thrive, gliding around the pitch effortlessly. I thought he played very well. He has the qualities we’ve been looking for in our midfield. He’s a mix of several players but brings his own style from playing overseas. I can see our midfield being just as strong as our defence.

It’s always great to see the photos you take at games, @Chris. Some of the photos are excellent, and I’m sure other fans appreciate them too. It was an action-packed game, so you are giving those who featured something extra to remember the game by. Great gallery!

Allowing the subscribers to be the judges should help make sure that the right people are rewarded. I am pleased to see this. The artwork is incredible, such a talent there! I think fans will love the prints. A lot of effort must go into them, and if some fans get acknowledged for their support, then I think it’s a very kind gesture. I also agree with what @True Magpie said. Well done to him and @Chris.

It looks like an excellent bit of business on paper. I am sure Notts has done all their homework, and it’s good to see further strengthening of the defence. I think being strong in each area will help Notts move forward. I don’t see this as a panic signing or anything negative. I see it as the club really wanting to be structured at the back. So, I am delighted we have signed Lucas Ness.

That house has been well-maintained and respectfully preserved; it looks much better. It's good to see buildings being treated in this way, as they should be. Gone from that, to green to being filled in. It looks such a mess right now, I would have left it be. It was nice to see the greenery there.

It might go against the grain, but by mentioning the officials, it’s just drawing attention to it. Jodi Jones does get frustrated, and quite rightly so, with the fouls on him, but he does also get on with it. I do think officials should cut it out, but at the same time, mentioning it in the press will just lead to teams assuming that if they do it and take Jones out, Notts will be limited. I don’t like that. We just need to try to safeguard Jodi by making sure he’s safe. Complaining might lead to officials offering no protection at all. As for the season, it’s good to be back. Everything seems promising. Notts just needs to climb the table.

I would be tempted to start David McGoldrick over Jatta, though both are in good form. I think Jatta might cause more trouble coming on from off the bench, with McGoldrick's experience helping to keep the front organised and ready to pounce. I am sure whatever the starting line-up will be, it will be strong and a good selection. A win would be very nice, but I do feel a draw could be possible again. I am not worried about these types of games ending up as 3 points. It will come as the season progresses.

I am not so concerned, but I do think it's a game that has a draw all over it. I think both us and Grimsby will make the most of the game, it could be a bit topsy-turvy. Provided it's not a game with rash challenges or otherwise heated moments, it's all about managing the game and trying to get shots on target. Would it make sense to start David McGoldrick up top, and allow Jatta to come on from off the bench? Notts could greatly benefit from Diddzy's experience to unleash their potential in the opening half. Can we bring some extra height and fresher legs onto the field in the second half? Nick Trousella will ideally be named in the starting 11. Adam Chicksen hasn't contributed much, he has not even taken the chance to start.

McGoldrick needs to accept that he’s no longer in his prime. I think he knows this. While he feels he can contribute, it has to be what’s best for Notts rather than himself. I’m sure he would like to be starting, but I don’t see his place as a regular anymore. If he played as he did last season for most of those games, his spell back here would have been disappointing. Thankfully, everyone else played just as badly, but we relied on him a bit too much. I love David McGoldrick, but his place is as a squad player.

Grimsby fans will be excited for the game. I hope they can come in good numbers. Selling most of the Sirrel stand adds to the occasion. I think we have a very good chance of getting our first win of the season. The players just need to perform well in both halves. If we can score and hold onto it, attacking the KOP should make for a better ending.

I can’t imagine the players being nervous; more likely, they are excited to be playing in front of us at Meadow Lane. Our strategy should revolve around exerting constant pressure on Fleetwood's defence from the beginning. Patient build-up play could benefit the game, but to keep it open, we need to see the link play where Notts moves the ball into areas where the more creative players can put the ball to the likes of Jatta. Fleetwood will come with a good spirit; I hope their fans do too.

We want a player that can make use of the space and exploit the opposition's defenders, who might not be marking him completely. He looks like a player who can develop into that mould and assist the club. I wouldn't personally get carried away by saying we should get promoted, but that is a goal that we should all be fighting for. I just feel it is early, and we need to focus on getting wins before. He seems a very talented midfielder who unfortunately missed out on signing for Barnsley, but this is our gain now. Hopefully, he can continue to shine for us.

I think Stall’s comments make a lot of sense. He always knows how to put things into perspective, and I agree with him. There’s no need to worry, shake off the disappointment and focus on the league again.

Despite their relegation, they’re still a good team with some decent players that Notts must be mindful of. I expect the match to be quite open, with both sides working hard to create chances. I hope Notts can score first, and if we do, we must defend that lead. I can't wait to get back to Meadow Lane.

Even though we all must be feeling frustrated, I am pleased that we can discuss our thoughts in a way that isn’t like social media. The official pages can be depressing to read, with people quick to moan and throw nonsense into what should be more encouraging. We have played two games. Yes, Shrewsbury shouldn’t have got back into the game the way they did, but some people are ready with pitchforks. Oddly, it’s always the same people moaning all the time.

It’s always good to see a fan of an opposition club take the time to nicely answer the questions put to them. It gives a good insight, and I would like to thank Tom for speaking to the gaffer. The opposition views are good to see back on PON. Good set of questions too, so I am very pleased with the insight. I think Tom is right about it being a good game.

There are a lot of positives if we wish to find them. I know it’s much easier to think of the negatives. Focus on the players’ mistakes that became costly, though those are things the players and coaching team need to address. For me, I want to praise the good effort that took us 2-0 up and for the spirit to get ourselves back on level terms. Notts going to penalties is a gamble on who would come out better, and if we had managed to win on them, we wouldn’t be as fussed over conceding 3. It’s still very early days, no need to panic.

Let's take the positives. I think Mark Stallard is right about the subs influencing the game, and it makes sense when Stall explained it's to get minutes in for the players coming on. I think Stuart Maynard will learn from this, maybe bring them on gradually and not three in one go, especially when under pressure. Credit to Shrewsbury for turning the game on its head, plus I am pleased for Jatta that it was him who sent us to penalties.

Let's keep in mind they are a League One team and subs can change games, what looked like a sensible change by Stuart Maynard could be part of our undoing. Shrewsbury are coming into it more and more, they have made changes I believe, so it's all to play for. Whilst I am disappointed that we have conceded two quickly, it's a cup match and these can swing in favour of the home team very quickly. Their fans were getting on their backs, now they are very loud in positive chanting.

Triple subs, Jodi Jones coming off. Dan Crowley, Cedwyn Scott and Matt Platt on.

His and the other players defending was superb, much more controlled and calm compared to last season. I think we might make the right decision bringing in defenders as the main priority ahead of this campaign. Looking at the Tranmere Rovers game, I think, it was very promising with the way we handled the game. Tranmere being a tall, physical side, they were always going to make us work for anything. A point is a good start to the season, it gives us a solid platform to move into the weekend's game on Sunday pushing to go one better.

Notts women's team is some way off playing in the top leagues, but I am sure they will get there with all the efforts they are putting in. I hope these signings help them with their ambitions this upcoming season.

2-0 up, there is still a long way to go, but we have to be happy so far. Shrewsbury having only one close effort, Notts seem to be performing hard and working well together. It is good to see the players pulling together as a squad and showing that we can rest players in order to give others a chance. Stuart Maynard, he does deserve some of the praise for his selection. Not many fans seemed pleased by it, but it's a good game, and we need to rotate players. Good decision by our head coach, it seems!