TheSkipper

Looking forward to seeing the latest discussion widget, I think it will make it a lot easier for those who use the dashboard page. 👍🏻

Tomorrow, PSG faces off against Real Madrid. It goes to show how poor the Citizens are when it comes to cup glory outside the UK. I still think it will be Chelsea vs PSG come the final.

I like the look of the tones of green and what the teaser reveals, it could be a very nice shirt. I do like when the club does things like this, and it doesn't seem like we have long to wait. I wished they would also focus more on the home shirt, it's the most important of the two.

There is no room for abuse in football, I wouldn't condone it, and I think some fans take matters too far. Jason Whittingham could be pulling the classical 'I am the victim card', we had this from the past owners, and nothing ever seemed to come of the threats of taking action. That said, if he is being abused and it's not just fans being upset, if there's a real sense of danger, or threats, or unwarranted comments, then the police need to get involved. I don't think the statement serves much purpose. It reads as very ill-advised. In addition to reporting this to the police, they will be investigated even after the club is sold, no matter how long it takes. As we acquire their details, we will contact their place of work, education or associations as well as pursuing criminal charges. I have always been told by my father, who is a legal professional, never to make threats back. You could easily class that "contacting their place of work." as a threat, and one which could come across as harassment in its own right. The only thing he should say is that the police will be investigating and that criminal charges will be explored, but some factors could fall within the civil court. The comment about "they will be investigated even after the club is sold, no matter how long it takes." Sounds rather empty; the new owners might not wish to get involved. I am not sure there's much merit in the comment about putting buyers off, football does unfortunately drive emotions, and surely any buyer would understand that emotions are high? Again, it depends on what is classified as abuse. "involved in a club with a section of such toxic individuals. These individuals serve only themselves not the best interests of the club." This comes across as very personal, which makes me question the purpose of making such a statement. Please, someone teach whoever wrote this how to use commas.

I would hope the Notts media team think about live streaming these games, as it would keep the fans better informed, and not everyone can go to Germany. It would also allow those with work commitments or who are able to watch but not travel a chance to stay updated with the pre-season. I am sure it's going to be another tough game, I'm not sure if Martin Paterson will continue with the two XIs in both halves or just make sweeping changes. Also, any repeat trialists could be an indication of how seriously we are looking at them.

His time at Bristol Rovers was affected by ankle problems. I think he also broke his hand and had some hamstring trouble as well. Before that, he had injury issues at Stoke City, which I believe were related to his knee. All of this has made it hard for him to stay fit for a long spell. At his age, it's not unusual for a player to have picked up a few knocks. Most players will have had their fair share by now, but I’m not sure if any of his past injuries are serious enough to worry about going forward. It’s hard to say what’s “normal” for a footballer, but small injuries and muscle strains are pretty common over a season. Serious problems like repeated knee or hamstring issues are more concerning, especially if they keep coming back. Stoke-on-Trent LiveMajor injury update on Romaine Sawyers and Nick Powell se...Romaine Sawyers has been a fixture in the Stoke City starting line-up since joining on loan from West BromBristol LiveBristol Rovers injury latest with record signing's season...The injury latest on Bristol Rovers' absentees ahead of this weekend's trip to Lincoln City

I have always been impressed with James Sanderson when he has played. I think he does have a lot of promise, and with his age, it's really important for him to get some playing time. I would see how he does in EFL Trophy games, and if he does well. I would consider starting him; it just leaves the question: will Martin Paterson be the first head coach to get the most out of the young players we have, or will he be afraid, like others, to make the decision to actually give them more game time? Last season, Stuart Maynard gave some a chance early on, and then once the season had momentum and we were near the top, they just never had the same opportunity, it seemed. There's a lot riding on Paterson, but the way he comes across is that of someone who might be able to get more out of players like James Sanderson. Personally, I think if we could give young players 15-20 minutes in games where we can afford it. I think we would start to see them gradually earning more minutes as they get experience and settle into the squad. I do think Sanderson is one of the better youngsters we have.

I heard he played in the number 9 shirt and was quite lethargic, only contributing neat passes and the odd ball in. I can't say it would be the end of Conor Grant, because Martin Paterson knows him and has worked with Grant before. These usually form some sort of reliance, as it's generally seen as a way to get their ideas across to a new group of players. I don't mind Grant as a player, but we have to play him in the right role and make sure he is consistent.

Hello, @James Macdonald. Welcome to Pride of Nottingham, I am pleased to be welcoming you. You'll soon see plenty more fans welcoming you.

Hello, @Daisy-Mae. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. It's nice to be saying hello to you. Do tell us a little bit about yourself, we would love to know.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @Peter Thornley. Tell us a little bit about your background, if you support Notts and all that good stuff.

There could have been something to this; we won't know unless someone asks the club during a media scrum. However, he signed 2 days ago for Železničar Pančevo. GazetteFORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester winger joins Serbian top-flight...Former Colchester United winger has a new club

It's awful news; he had been growing in his role at Anfield, and for the past two seasons he has been among their best players. It's very sad to learn that he died in a car, which was engulfed in flames. To die alongside his younger brother, after having a medical procedure that prevented him from flying and not long after getting married, just adds to the sadness. May they both rest in peace.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @theAnticlough. Glad to see you joining in and becoming part of the community here. You will probably notice a bunch of welcomes popping up; we really love saying hi to new folks. It's always great to see some fresh names! I can't wait to hear your thoughts and comments. Out of interest, what era did you first start watching Notts? It's nice to learn a little about new people.

Chelsea vs. PSG in the final is where my money would go. Considering how poor Chelsea have been in recent years, it's good to see them reaching this stage of the Club World Cup.

It sounded like a good game, where Alfreton Town wanted to take the game more seriously and Matin Paterson wanted Notts to be competitive. I hope the signs are positive; the comments I have read seem to have settled some of the criticism. There seem to be more fans willing to give Paterson a chance; this could all change, I know, but it does sound more promising than it did. Harry Griffiths has also been among the notable names praised, which will only do him good. Two competitive Notts teams in both halves, no goals conceded, no injuries, vital match minutes for several new signings, and some good showings from trialists (from what I read). Encouraging!

The interview is very good; Martin Paterson says all the right things, and it's good that he sees the level of work that needs to be put into moving forward. If he can show a clear understanding of how to improve, beyond just words, then it will be very promising. Being asked about Alex Bass and highlighting that he doesn't want to lose our best players, he comes across as knowledgeable and very honest.

He's direct and should be exciting to watch, as he does like being involved and taking players on. I am sure a member like, @Dripsey3 has extensive knowledge regarding Barry Cotter. For those who don't, Barnsley fans quite like him from what I have seen. Mostly because he's a constant attacking threat, I think he will be a great addition to our squad. He should be a great player for us against League Two opposition. This is worth a read: The Barnsley FC BBS Fans ForumBarry CotterStraight from the horses mouth in an establishment in tarn (I’m not saying anymore but anyone who’s read past posts could probably figure it out, this...

Yes, I am sorry I missed welcoming you sooner. Welcome to PON, @MikeWood! Join in when you get chance, once you get used to things here you should really enjoy it.

I won't be at the game either, but it should be a good run out for the squad. Alfreton Town are a good team at their level; while we can outplay them, they do tend to be defensively organised and can be challenging to break down. It all depends on how they play. I know previously they stuck a veteran striker up top, and he had no service. For us, it's all about getting shape, communicating, and preparing to listen to Martin Paterson's instructions. The formation will be interesting, and I hope we can start with the strongest XI at the beginning. There are plenty of minutes to get the new signings settled and embedded into the team, though I do think most will start. I don't think the club is doing it, from what I have been hearing; if so, I would have thought they would announce it. It does seem a shame if they don't stream the game to those of us who can't make it.

Excellent poem, well-written and insightful as to how most fans might be thinking. The gaffer will be happy; he's a poet, too. Well done, and thanks for sharing it, Michael!

It's been great seeing the likes of @McPie, @Sheffield Pie, @BridgyPie, @PieHard and even @Michael D Pie. joining in. I am sure there's plenty more; these are just off the top of my head, and the upgrade has made a big difference, too. I feel the site is far more polished, and with further work still needing to be done. I am thankful that the community supports the site. Thank you to all the members who subscribe to PON, especially. Michael. You all are making a difference. 👏🏻

I pitched it earlier today; my editor is thinking it over. Even if he doesn't like it, I might persist in my personal time. It would be a lot easier to use my media credentials. At least from the investigative angle. I might reach out to Peter Trembling, but he may want to distance himself from it now. He clearly was the pawn behind it all and probably was clueless as to Russell King's lies.

I can see you are more a "half-eaten pie" type of fan, rather than a "half-empty, half-full glass" type of person. 🤣 😂😂😂😂👏🏻 I think we need to keep note of some of these lines you use, as I still can't get over your reference to MK Dons having 'the rich history of a microwaved lasagna'. It's pure brilliance and such a joy to read.

@piedestrian, David Button, and Kai Kennedy would be excellent signings for us. That's fair enough; I just thought trying to coax some suggestions might be interesting. I should have thought that some might not have knowledge outside of Notts or the wider leagues. Jack Payne would be a great signing, a very hard-working midfielder. One year left on the deal, too, which could make it more tempting to accept a fee for his services. Another name to suggest is Jack Bridge, although more of a wide player than a central midfielder. He could play either side, maybe even higher up, as he does have goals in him. Jack Bridge - Player profile 25/...Jack Bridge - Player profile 25/26