On Saturday Notts travel to Doncaster Rovers, how many links can we find between the two clubs.

My contribution is Ricky Ravenhill who played for Doncaster 2002-2006 and joined Notts in 2009-2012 making 79 ppearances.

How many more can we find?

Did anyone else buy a match pass for the Morecambe game last night. I thought it was quite good for a tenner but on the downside the commentary was from Morecambe’s local radio, yet I thought it would be Radio Nottingham, is there a way to switch the commentary does anyone know.

We’ve had a day out at the National Memorial Arboretum which has memorial monuments for lots of things from people lost in world wars and other conflicts to stillborn babies and everything in between. The memorials are set in beautiful landscaped gardens near Alrewas in Staffordshire.

Amongst the memorials we’re ones to footballers including a memorial funded by Leyton Orient FC commemorating the players of Clapton Orient Football Club who all volunteered to join the 17th Battalion Middlesex Regiment during the First World War, many sustained wounds and three players died during the battle of the Somme.

There was also one commemorating the Christmas truce of 1914 when British and German forces who’d been killing each other the day before stopped fighting on Christmas Day and played football, the bronze handshake encased in wire to form a football symbolises this. 

It’s a fascinating place and we’ll worth a visit.

Glapton Orient FC Memorial

Christmas Truce handshake

The memorial that has names of every serviceman lost in wars.

A bronze tree statue with brass leave that have inscription to loved ones who’ve died,

I enjoy listening to the trio of Shearer, Lineker and Richards so when their new podcast, the rest is football, released on Monday I had to give it a listen. 

But there was something that Micah said when talking about players going to the Saudi league. 

This isn't a direct quote but it's the gist of what he was saying. 

The Premier League have been out spending everyone for years and no other league has ever been able to compete with the Premier League financially but no one's really kicked up a fuss about that. Now, there's this other power come to challenge them financially and all of a sudden it's an issue. 

Personally, I think Micah makes a valid point. Transfers have become ridiculous over the years and it says alot when you have teams like Bournemouth being able to offer more money than top teams in Serie A, La Liga etc. 

The Premier League broke away to become this superpower that it is today but they're out financed by the Saudi's by a long way. 

Plus there was a bit that Lineker mentioned about some fans these days don't support teams they support players so like Ronaldo, who is a brand now himself, goes to Saudi all of a sudden viewing figures for the Saudi league will increase. Same with the MLS with the arrival of Messi. 

What do you guys think? Does Micah have a point on this? 

Great to be able to do them as a Football League club again:

Stone 6 - I'll have to see the highlights, but I thought he could have done better with their first. Other than that, his kicking was good, when he went long he went looong, aiming in the right area.
Brindley 7.5 - I've been concerned about his form and that didn't change until he went into the centre, but then he was a revelation. Barely put a foot wrong and it was great to see the old Brindley back (I don't mean Bill!).
Rawlinson 6 - Looked better on the right of a back three, did ok.
Cameron 6.5 - Better from the skipper, no silly mistakes and linked play well on the left.
Nemane 7 - Unfortunate with the back pass but had his marker beaten all game.
Palmer 7 - Does what he does, always available and barely wasted a pass.
Bostock 7.5 - Has that touch of class, linked play well and a good finish to get us level.
Crowley 8.5* - I was concerned he might be a bit lightweight, but he has real quality on the ball. Great to see him get the winner, he looks a really good signing.
Jones 8 - his goal might go down as an 'og', but if we get the ball to him quick enough he will deliver quality crosses or shots.
McGoldrick 6 - Some really good moments and some that didn't quite come off. I think he'll offer a bit more goal threat in future games than he did today.
Langstaff 6 - today wasn't his day, but the effort is there and when we put balls in the box he was in the right place.

O'Brien 7 - added a bit of energy and grit just when we needed it.
Austin 6 - Did his job, can be better.
Chicksen 7 - Unusual to see him on the right side, but negated their most threatening area.
Scott 6 - Worked hard and did well in what isn't his natural position.
TAR 6 - offered an outlet on the right when we went long.

Really enjoyable game, a proper footy match. We needed points on the board, so hopefully onwards and upwards.

https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/12938946/notts-county-3-2-grimsby-town-league-two-highlights

Questions on why Brindley didnt close down the Grimsby man for the first, made it far too easy

Rawlinson playing them all on side for their 2nd

Hot on the heels of the last round, we have our first midweek prediction league round. These games kick off at 7.45pm on Tuesday, good luck and remember your jokers! (And if you're wondering where the scores for round 2 are, I'll dust down my abacus and count them tonight.)

Barnsley v Peterborough United

Northampton Town v Lincoln City

Shrewsbury Town v Burton Albion

Colchester United v AFC Wimbledon

Crewe Alexandra v Newport County

Stockport County v Bradford City

Eastleigh v Barnet

Woking v Rochdale

Firstly, sorry I missed last week, I totally forgot about it, not going to lie. 

I've had an alright week, been at work for the majority. 

Wednesday, I went to the theatre royal to watch Carlton Operatic Society production of Kinky Boots. Which was a new musical for me to watch and to support local talent. 

Friday me and @ARLukomskiwent to the concert hall for a show. 

Yesterday, we met up with a couple of friends for a meal and a couple of drinks, while enjoying the nice weather. 

How was your week?

https://www.espn.co.uk/football/match/_/gameId/671649

When Lokomotiv Leipzig were one of the best teams in East Germany.... time has moved on....

Perhaps @DangerousSausage could highlight any anecdotes from any of the ties

FC-Astoria Walldorf 0 FC Union Berlin 4

If you can’t get to the Morecambe match tomorrow you can watch the live stream, details here:

https://x.com/official_ncfc/status/1691010348877328384?s=61

Game 2 - The Mariners (H)

Team: Grimsby Town

Date: 12/08/2023

Where: Meadow Lane

What line-up should Luke Williams opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toby_Mullarkey

Would have suited Notts well, a right sided centre back

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamil_Conteh

saludos

Notts travel to Morecambe on Tuesday, how many links can we find between the two clubs. Whenever I think of Morecambe I think of Sol Campbell and his first and last game for Notts but I digress.

A proper link would be Mark Quayle who played for Notts 1998-2000 before moving to Morecambe.

How many more links can we find?

https://www.borehamwoodfootballclub.co.uk/uncategorized/wood-confirm-retained-list-2/

Did you also get off to a "Nottsy" start? Now's your chance to make amends! Our second round of fixtures kicks off at 3pm on Saturday - even if you missed the first round, you're welcome to take part. Post your predictions below and don't forget your joker!

Hull City v Sheffield Wednesday

Ipswich Town v Stoke City

Leyton Orient v Portsmouth

Peterborough United v Charlton Athletic

Harrogate Town v Forest Green Rovers

Swindon Town v Crewe Alexandra

Dagenham & Redbridge v Southend United

York City v Kidderminster Harriers

On Saturday Notts take on Grimsby in the first home league game of the season in front of what should be a bumper crowd.

What links can we find between the two clubs?

One I can think of is Russell Slade who has managed both clubs.

EFL Cup - The Imps (H)

Team: Lincoln City

Date: 08/08/2023

Where: Meadow Lane

What line-up should Luke Williams opt for? What will be the key areas for the Magpies to get a victory? What do you think the final score will be?

Have your say below, join in with the Pride of Nottingham match discussion.