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Good morning the weekend is here, what plans has everyone got? Who’s going to watch Notts? Who’s seeing relatives? Whose relaxing? Let us know what you are doing or have been doing.
It’s an exciting weekend for me as we are going on holiday (yes again!) tomorrow we are travelling down to Southampton to stay in a hotel, then Sunday we a boarding a cruise around the Mediterranean for two weeks. 
I will try to get on here whilst in port but on sea days I won’t have a signal.
What are you planning this weekend?
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Game 39 - The 'Owd Reds (A)
Team: Accrington Stanley
Date: 16/03/2024
Where: Crown Ground
What line-up should Stuart Maynard opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?
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If anyone on here hasn't watched Sam Slocombe's interview on You tube, before today's game I suggest you go and watch it and all the Nay sayers should also go and watch it. This Guy as a eloquent and professional attitude regarding the club his fellow players and knows what is expected of himself and his team mates regarding the Fans expectations. He is also very humble stating his Man of the Match performance at Crawley was what he's paid for. Bravo Sam Bravo.
Once again another individual error cost Notts again today how many times as that happened this season? And the Magpies had two goalkeepers on the Bench, which shows how thin the Notts Squad is. So if it's Not the time to Blood the youngsters Now I don't know when it will be. Notts have nothing to lose just throw caution to the wind and Go For It. Jatta as shown what he is capable of with a Goal and an assist more of that please. The Magpies need to get Macca back into his scoring groove. It appears Jodi wasn't very happy being substituted as he disappeared straight down the tunnel I know players want to play the full 90+ minutes, but this sort of attitude only fires up some Fans even more against the Head Coach. At this present moment in time all the Players and the Staff need to show a United Front, and Personal Feeling Need To Be Put To One Side.
I believe Notts are secure in League 2 for another season. Nine games left and we just need to finish has high as we can.
An encouraging performance from Jatta this afternoon. He's not fully fit but when he is fit he will be a good asset for Notts.
The issues continue to remain in defence, however the squad is too thin to correct these issues & only a squad rebuild in the close season will go towards correcting it
Notts just need to battle through to the end of the season, and play the only way this team can.
Stuart may decide to play some of the promising youngsters, but he will probably stick with the strongest side that's available to him to try to finish on the up if possible.
Accrington had 23 attempts overall and in the second half and there was a 30-minute period where we didn’t have a shot. So, I think I can just about count that as fluking something!
First half sounded a lot better than the second, when it seemed the ball just kept coming back. It sounded like we played more more long balls and struggled to keep possession for long periods.
Seeing lots of positives about Jatta, he’ll still be settling in but if he can keep his place in the team and keep performing well that’ll be something to be positive about for next season. I also read that Jodi went straight down the tunnel when he was subbed, no idea if it’s injury related or just frustration. By all accounts him and Nemane were managed quite well by Accrington for most of the game.
I’ll take a point after the run of losses. Hopefully it’ll provide a little boost for the players. Just playing for pride (and some of them contracts) for the few remaining games now. Let’s hope that can start a little bit of good form (but not to the extent where we miss out on the play-offs by a point or goal difference cos that would be bloody annoying!)
The points from yesterday's round aren't even counted yet, and it's already time for the last proper midweek round of the season! These matches all kick off at 7.45pm on Tuesday - good luck and don't forget your joker!
Northampton Town v Blackpool
Shrewsbury Town v Exeter City
Wycombe Wanderers v Wigan Athletic
AFC Wimbledon v Gillingham
Newport County v Morecambe
Walsall v Barrow
Halifax Town v Oldham Athletic
Maidenhead United v Hartlepool United
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Great news today regarding Matt Palmer's recovery from serious injury.
Let's hope that he will be ready for next season.
Great to see him on the training ground
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Notts have submitted planning permission to create a fan zone, read more here:
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Looks like Torquay United are headed for administration.
Surely we are not going to see another grand old league club poised to follow clubs like Bury, Macclesfield and Chester who have reappeared well down the league pyramid as phoenix clubs.
Something has to be done to ensure this does not happen.
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When I was invited to become a moderator and accepted, I felt not only proud to be asked but also motivated to make a difference, so I joined Twitter. I mainly retweet and comment, I’m not the most active user, but it’s a good platform to connect with fans. It’s more about motivation for me. However, I’ve mentioned in my Twitter bio that I’m a moderator, in the hope that fans will see it and consider visiting the site.
If you’re a fan of PON, one way to show your support is by adding the Pride of Nottingham’s social media account to your own socials. You could even leave a comment suggesting others to visit the site. If you don’t have a website, you might consider linking to your own profile or to the community.
It’s crucial to attract more visitors to the site. I understand not everyone will do this, but I’d recommend it. It’s a common practice among people my age to recognise the communities they’re part of.
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Game 38 - The Red Devils (A)
Team: Crawley Town
Date: 12/03/2024
Where: Broadfield Stadium
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i thought notts played well for most parts, sam austin has come into the team determined and he looks eager to stay within the mix. this is exactly what you want to see from players who have not started much but have been on the bench. you want them to take the chance they get, so i am also pleased for austin. robertson is a bit clumsy with his challenges, i could see him walking so i think we need to make quicker decision to pull anyone who may get a red card. normally you can trust players on a yellow to avoid making silly decisions.
sam slocombe was brilliant and its fair to say he did keep notts in the game. he should not take any faults for the two goals that went in, we needed to defend more bravely and plug the gap robertson left by getting sent off. you either lose attacking prowess or defensive cover. we seemed to lose both. 
I don’t think Maynard should be blamed for not subbing Robertson, the player was on a yellow card so common sense should tell him not to pull a player down, it’s not rocket science, as I said in a previous post he is young and will learn but that doesn’t help Notts, they’d done well up to that point, the sending off was definitely a game changer.
As a manager or head coach, you have to be cautious about certain decisions. I wouldn’t entirely blame Maynard, but there’s a point to be made. Robertson came with a fiery reputation, and if you see players losing their cool in games, it’s best to substitute them. The sending off was Robertson’s fault, and it turned the result against us. However, Maynard might need to consider these situations.
If several players are already on a yellow card, it’s harder to decide who to take off to avoid suspensions. If you leave someone on who has a yellow card, then you risk them being sent off. Notts had three players on a yellow card: Robertson, O’Brien, and Slocombe. O’Brien is experienced enough to ensure he won’t be sent off, despite his physical style of play. Slocombe wasn’t likely to see red. Robertson, being young and fiery, always seemed a risk that would warrant a tactical decision to take him out of the game.
Crawley had five yellow cards. Forster and Gordon, who both looked highly likely to receive another card, were taken out of the game. Lolos and Mukena remained, and then Maguire received a yellow card after coming on. I repeat, I wouldn’t completely point the finger at Maynard, but it’s a fair argument that we should have considered substituting Robertson.
I believe it is more important than ever to get behind Stuart Maynard and the team.
We have witnessed a big loss in form, but I don't blame Stuart for that.
We knew from the very first game of the season that things went quite right.
Notts were very fortunate that they didn't meet a top side in the first 12 games, then things started to come unstuck when we met Mansfield at home.
Even before then we were conceding lots of goals and Luke Williams never solved the problems before he left.
We have to be blunt, Stuart came into a mess that was none of his making. He identified the problem very quickly and has tried to tweak things which has worked to reduce the goals conceded, but our goals have dried up for us too.
We did play well in parts in our last game, and we are still creating chances, but still conceding from defensive errors.
We have 11 games left and the target now has to be getting another half dozen points to see us safe, then a rebuild is needed in the close season.
I believe Stuart Maynard should be that man to rebuild the side and take us into the new season with a stronger squad that will compete in this League.
Chopping and changing the Head Coach now, and some Notts fans are advocating that, would be absolutely counter productive in my opinion.
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community is something that makes a difference, you see it on facebook, twitter where pockets of fans look out for each other and its no different on pon. its very important, i know it is to some of the others i know here. we dont just discuss notts but we get to know each other through the comments and that might take some by surprise but i would always encourage a community that supports each other than one that turns against itself.
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I suddenly noticed that Facebook had logged me out, I tried to sign in and it wouldn't let me. So, I decided to try to reset my password, which didn't work either. A quick check to see if others were experiencing it, and I see people are speculating that it's been hacked.
It could very well be down but signing users out of its service is a very strange aspect.
Twitter users are having a good chuckle at the expense of Facebook, not that Twitter (Xxcom) doesn't have its own issues.
Hopefully, it's just a case of Facebook being down. It would be quite alarming to think it has been hacked, what with all the information a social media site like it would have.
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Massive win for Notts County Women today..
Result.
Solihull 0 Notts Women 2.
Goals by Burnett and a Russell penalty give Notts all 3 points
Table available here.????
Notts County LFC https://g.co/kgs/YGXCLJC
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Spurs v Notts FA Cup 1/4 final.
That Don O'Riordan Goal.
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I bet you thought I’d forgot to post this didn’t you? Well actually I did. 
I’m going to the match this afternoon, grandson George doesn’t want to come because of all the negativity, I fear we’ll lose supporters if it carries on.
Tomorrow it’s Mothers Day and our son has invited us for Sunday Lunch along with our daughter in laws mother so we are looking forward to that.
Whats everyone else doing/been doing this weekend?
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These fixtures all kick off at 3pm on Saturday, and you get a joker each. Good luck!
Blackburn Rovers v Plymouth Argyle
Millwall v Birmingham City
Port Vale v Shrewsbury Town
Reading v Wycombe Wanderers
Accrington Stanley v Bradford City
Sutton United v Grimsby Town
Aldershot v Oldham Athletic
Kidderminster Harriers v York City
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Game 37 - The Wombles (H)
Team: AFC Wimbledon
Date: 09/03/2024
Where: Meadow Lane
What line-up should Stuart Maynard opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?
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Robbie You Just Smashed It. You are so right about Jason Turner the influence the positivity and his footballing knowledge had an immense impact at the Lane, His Tragic Death last season hit the club staff players and fans like a bomb going off. His photo was carried by the players at Wembley and I'm sure the memories of Jason's time as C.E.O at Notts helped inspire the Lads to their victory over Chesterfield. And as you have stated Jason's death may have also been a factor in Notts misfortunes, because his personality and footballing know how, would have certainly helped Stuart Maynard's transition into the Magpies New Head Coach. You may want to put your comment on Social Media, it may give certain Notts Fans pause for thought.
It’s just like Notts to control the game, keep the pressure on, but then let in a goal. People are making too much of Stuart Maynard’s words about crosses. He might have just slipped up. Jatta might not be the best at handling crosses unless he can bring them down, as he prefers the ball at his feet. Some say he’s not good in the air, but I’d still have given him a chance. I won’t use a stressed head coach’s words to prove a point; it’s not that important. Some of our supporters on social media wouldn’t cope with being in management for even a day.
At the 90-minute point, I had a feeling it wasn’t going to be our day. Regrettably, we lost our focus and fell to a rather weak Wimbledon team. I didn’t hear any jeering directed at the players, only at the officials. Those around me were vocal in their criticism and made their feelings clear. On a different day, we might have scored two or three goals. A goal for Notts could have completely changed the game. I don’t believe it would have ended in a draw if we had taken the lead. However, we need to improve our defence at the moment. This situation is leaving Stuart Maynard with very little support, but it’s crucial that the club remains united.
The launching of the Notts County Memory Club for former players is a great idea by the Club, and the first meeting will be held later this month.
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I’m grateful for PON too, it’s usually my go-to when I see some of the brilliant content that’s shared on the site. It’s got me curious, my moustache is practically jumping off my face with excitement. Most of my online activity is reading the news, I don’t really participate in other discussion forums. I seldom use social media, I definitely don’t spend time on Twitter. So, what are some of your other favourite websites? I enjoy checking BBC News and Sports, CNET, Android Authority to name a few.
How about you?
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NCWFC defender Mollie Crump looks ahead to the visit to Solihull Moors.
Watch her full interview by the link below ????
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We all remember the great goals but what about the great saves?
This save from England great, Gordon Banks, from a Pele header during the Brazil v England game at the 1970 World Cup in Mexico, is my favourite all time greatest save.
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102 years ago today result
Aston Villa 3 Notts County 4
FA Cup 4th round replay. (Quarter final in those days)
The 4th round tie at meadow lane ended Notts 2 Villa 2
Notts lost to Huddersfield in the semi final that year.
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On Saturday Notts take on Wimbledon at Meadow Lane. How many links between the two clubs can we find?
My contribution is Neil Ardley who managed both teams. How many more links can we find?
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i thought this was worth sharing here, as i agree with everything mentioned in the post.
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