Rumour was floating around before the game that he's been sent back to Barnsley

@piedestrian Notts need to get better with their communication. Good communication stops or at least cuts down the on rumours spreading.

1 hour ago, Robbie said:

@piedestrian Notts need to get better with their communication. Good communication stops or at least cuts down the on rumours spreading.

I agree, if Barry Cotter has been sent back I would be somewhat disappointed because all he needed was a run in the squad to get his fitness levels up. He was in and out, and that seems to impacted his performances but there's clearly a good player there. Whilst I think we have good options in his position, and perhaps he would fall behind, I think he would still be worth keeping but if he was to go back I would understand it.

I would still be disappointed that we never got the most out of him, and his pre-season friendly goal against Cardiff is a clear sign of his quality.

I really appreciate all the hard work you and the team have put into the website. It’s clear that a lot of time and care has gone into it. As members, we should try to match that same level of effort. I include myself in that. It’s only fair that we support the work by staying involved and doing our part.

I think the site is shaping up really well. I’m genuinely pleased with how it’s coming together.

I do like all the improvements made over the past few months. They've have improved the site to a degree.

I would like to be able to go straight to a numbered Topics page rather than have to scroll down one by one which takes time. The number of the page that you could select was a much better option than we have now.

1 hour ago, Robbie said:

I do like all the improvements made over the past few months. They've have improved the site to a degree.

I would like to be able to go straight to a numbered Topics page rather than have to scroll down one by one which takes time. The number of the page that you could select was a much better option than we have now.

@Robbie if I am understanding you correctly I think you can go straight to a numbered page, see this screenshot. Is this what you mean?

13 hours ago, Piethagoram said:

Still think James Belshaw could do a job for us

Swapping a 33 year old Roos for a 35 year old Belshaw doesn't look like it would be for the long term that could make Notts any money if they wanted to sell him on.

I would prefer Notts to go for a good goalkeeper in his late 20s that Notts could improve & become more valuable.

I noticed how he got a hamstring injury in the second half yesterday form zero contact and no action, which needed the trainer to come on for a longish period of treatment to his upper leg (must've been quite long because all the Harrogate players were ages at the touchlines getting drinks and instructions from their manager)

So sorry, I don't think his body can sustain the vigours of pro football if he goes down as easily as that ;)

I tend to agree with @Robbie taking on Belshaw at his age would be short term, we need to find a youngish goalkeeper we can develop, I don’t think Griffiths is the answer from what I’ve seen of him.

Harrogate boss night be frustrated but he would be wouldn't he. He didn't seem to be frustrated about his side wasting time or the other fouls in the penalty area that Harrogate got away with.

Notts were worth their point for their 2nd half display, & if Notts has taken their chances, they would have won the match at a canter.

That was a bit of a hard watch. Even in the second half, when we showed more urgency, we barely tested their goalkeeper at all. It's always difficult when the opposition is as compact as Harrogate were, but of all the crosses we put into their box, we were first to very few of them. As for the penalty, I thought Jarvis played for it at first, but on viewing the replay the Harrogate player had his hand on his back (and must have been pushing, otherwise he wouldn't have gone down with him). I missed the big handball shout on PiesPlayer and they didn't show a replay, so i can't comment on that.

Jatta, Hall and Tsuroulla had a quiet day. I thought Bennetts did OK, but nobody was really attacking his crosses. If Grant had taken his early chance first time instead of taking an extra touch, it could have been a very different game.

Harrogate deserved to take something from that game simply because of the spirit they showed with their backs to the wall, but from our point of view that game was winnable. At least we rescued a point.

It's League Cup Matchday for Notts County Women.

A disappointing loss for the Notts Ladies in the League Cup on Sunday.

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Jarvis for me, he made a real difference when he came on and won a penalty that gave us a point. For that reason I voted for him.

I went for Grant - partly because many of his 1st touches seem to elude many supporters. He’s aware, instinctive and creative. I thought he provided the spark, as opposed to Gall who seemed lethargic and off the pace until the last 20 mins.

The obvious difference between the 2 halves was Palmer tho’. He provided a bit of stability and balance and also allowed Hall a bit more freedom. Robbo & Palmer together are an ideal combination in the centre of the pitch. We look a good side when they play together.

I'm not sure anyone was head and shoulders above anyone else. I don't think the attacking players covered themselves in glory. I have gone for Ness. His run down the left in the first half shows he is more than just a head and kick it defender. We will need players of that quality if we get promoted. A shout out for Macari as well, often goes under the radar.

These are the type of days that make me glad that I'm retired. When you are in a delivery job the rain is certainly not your friend. Even when well wrapped up it is no protection from the wet. On the other hand, the Sun can be your best friend.

Morning all, it’s matchday. I’ve got a couple of tickets high up in the Pavis Stand for me and Chloe she might have to push me up it’s a bit of a climb for these old bones. Hopefully the pitch has survived the weather, I’m looking forward to the game.

Good morning, it’s a dull start to the day but at least it’s not raining, I noticed the Trent was high and flowing fast yesterday as I walked to the match.

Hopefully I’ll get a walk with Mrs. T today if it stays dry but it’ll just be a pavement walk the footpaths and canal tow paths are too muddy.

Have a great day whatever you are doing.

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I've said that countless times myself @Piethagoram ! You must have missed the umpteen times I've made exactly that point

For now though, I'm happy to support him as we look to gather enough points to put us in a good spot come January.

Obviously Hall is ahead of all AMs, but in the absence of Luker, Grant is worth one of the AM shirts, bearing in mind that Iorpenda hasn't notched a single senior goal yet, and looks better playing deeper.

I think the thread might need a disclaimer. Us fans will always comment honestly on how we see the team, sections of the team, and individual players....usually from the standpoint of wanting success and the advancement of our club.

But when we have doubts about players, I think we all want to be proven wrong. We want nothing more than players proving themselves and making the critics eat humble pie.

I'd be over moon if, say, Grant and Iorpenda proved themselves to be promotion calibre No. 10s. The club's advancement is pretty much the be all and end all of being a fan. This should go without saying, but may get a bit lost on forums when debates and discussions get going.

I think that as a CM pairing, they don't come much better than Robertson and Palmer who really compliment each other.

It's the AM duo that's gonna cost us. I personally think Grant is the weak link. Sure he's got intelligence and presses well, but it's only good up until he's 20 yards and closer to the goal that he turns to mush.

Hall I think deserves more time to really make the position his own.

I'd like to see Jarvis and Traore there as they both look intelligent and can drift out, but for the love of god don't put Jones back there.

Fwiw, had Luker been here the whole season, we would be smashing the league and probs go up.

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Wow, great story and great news.

Like a lot of fans, I'd given up on him and just didn't think it would happen for him with us. So much had gone wrong, it seemed ill-fated.

It's testament to his determination then that he came back stronger than ever and he's been outstanding over the last dozen games or so.

And kudos to Montague for recruiting him in Jan '24

We don't have to worry so much about ever losing Matty Palmer either - the baton can be passed on to Robbo. And the way a young, physical midfield of Robbo and Iorpenda looked at Cheltenham is a nice option to have now and a possible glimpse into the years ahead.

Best news of the week - Robbo is a vital cog in the Notts wheel. We play better with him on the pitch, his return from injury has helped in the “consistency” department.

Great news to start the weekend, he's been really good since returning to the side. It's great to actually be in a position now where we are renewing contracts before the end of the season too, means we definitely won't lose him on a free as I'm pretty sure League 1 sides would've been interested in him.

I wonder if we in talks with any other players whose contract is up at the end of the season? 🤔 Tsaroulla and Platt will be out of contract next year...

Football League World is nothing more than a gossip column, so I don't really put much credence into it's reports.

Personally I think that David made a big mistake leaving Notts, but he did & I think our club has now moved on. Notts have had some really good replacements for him who are scoring goals & are doing just fine.

Hopefully, Notts will strengthen the squad in January with a striker & another attacking midfielder to add to the talent we already have.

I'm sure Didzy will come good again at Barnsley, & I wish him well for the rest of the season.

i dont think we really need him, it would be like going backwards despite the quality he could bring. being amongst the league one divisions most shots, says something that he still has it but maybe he is just struggling to convert challenges. i would rather persist with tyrese hall at this stage, because much like dan crowley we have learned to live without david mcgoldrick now.

Yeah, the he calls for his return have quietened down now he hasn’t scored a goal or provided an assist in the League since August…

If we had an unlimited budget I’d say yes, but I just can’t see how we can justify paying his wages (he’s probably on even more than he was at Notts now) knowing he can’t play every 90 minutes anymore. There’s also an argument that due to how we press more and play more direct he might also be less effective now.

Ed Francis, signed for Notts from Harrogate

We got Calvin Miller on loan from them.

Who knew this? Miller is the reigning SPFL's Scottish Championship Player of the Year

and now plays in the Scottish Premiership.

Jamie Turley is another ex player of both teams, can we make a starting XI?

Unfortunately I think the return of Macca is a bit of a pipe dream for us, especially as we are still in League 2. Pretty much every club in League 1 would be happy to have him (assuming they can afford him!)

if we signed macca back on loan, he would be the push needed to give this season all the fight we could.

tho i do think peterborough united would be a good chance to revive his career, i just would not expect williams to be there at the end of his loan or permanent move depending on if anything unfolds. i think its a difficult job for williams and a striker wont solve all the problems he has.

I don't think that Macca will ever return to Notts apart from being an interested spectator. I'm actually happy with what we have & Notts now play a little different to accommodate Jatta.

Changing mid season to accommodate Langstaff would be a backward step in my opinion. I think we would be getting a tall strong striker in January to back up Jatta & Dennis.

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Any one of a number of players could have won the award, it was a great team performance, congratulations Scott Robertson.

It was a close vote for the Top spot between Nick & Scott. Scott has been putting in some great performances of late so I'm pleased that he won. It was richly deserved.

I am pleased for Scott Robertson, he deserved the Man of the Match no doubt.

This will be better promoted and highlighted moving forward; it slipped my mind due to two reasons one being health related but it's not good enough. I apologise to the community, and to @Robbie.

I am greatful for the understanding, but the process needs better handling and I should have reached out to a team member.

1 hour ago, menzinho said:

But it's selling and clearly quite popular so what do I know?!

Indeed, it’s selling and I guess that’s the name of the game, over 700 sold at £50 a pop, I guess I shouldn’t be negative about it but I really don’t see the point.

I wouldn't buy it myself but Kudus to the club for marketing it. The number of sold shirts will probably have exceeded over 1000 by now, so it appears it was a good idea to make them available to supporters.

It’s “pound note Joe” again! Awful shirt anyway, wouldn’t ever contemplate buying one - a few will, that’s a matter for them. It will make the Club a few quid, so that’s something, there’s always punters willing to pay.

Notts are the form team in the League so both have an excellent chance of getting these coveted award's. Good luck to both of them.

Just now, Robbie said:

Notts are the form team in the League so both have an excellent chance of getting these coveted award's. Good luck to both of them.

I just hope it doesn’t put a curse on us as these awards often do, how many times have we seen manager of the month lost the next few games.

You can’t beat a good Sunday roast my favourite has to be lamb, Yorkshire pud, roast potatoes, brocolli, garden peas and of course mint sauce made fresh from the mint growing in the garden. My mouths watering writing this.