It feels like just a couple of minutes since I was posting the scores for the last round (mainly because it was) and here I am, with the next round of prediction league fun. You know what to do by now, just remember your jokers. Kick-off (and thus the deadline) is Tuesday at 7.45pm.

Leeds United v Millwall

Brentford v Nottingham Florist

Lincoln City v Portsmouth

Rotherham United v Ipswich Town

Bradford City v Cheltenham Town

Colchester United v Swindon Town

Eastleigh v Aldershot

Halifax Town v Dover Athletic

It has been announced that Ross Fitzsimons has gone on loan to Chesterfield for the rest of the season. He hasnt been in our squad very much at all this season.

Here is our twitter announcement

Whats your thoughts?

I am not trying to put further blame on Enzio Boldewijn, I’m just curious as to what people think.

Has Enzio proved his transfer fee so far?

Do you think, Notts can recoup it if it doesn’t work out?

With all the rumours surrounding him in the summer, I thought he might have left but reading comments he appears to be an  enigma at this point in time.

Fitzsimons 5 - Made two good saves in the first half but spilt the ball in the 2nd half, gifting them their 2nd goal

Brindley 6 - Got forward more than he has done recently without the end product

Rawlinson 5 - Not his best game 

Lacey 6 - Good in the air but the Lacey-Rawlo partnership had an off day

Bakayogo 4 - Got forward but didn't result in anything. Went back too often, before sending Doyle to football hospital with a horrendous pass

Roberts 5 - Didn't really see much of the ball but should have scored in the 1st half

Rose 3 - Offered nothing all game. Kept attempting the long throws as well which ended in nothing. Don't know how he wasn't subbed

Doyle 6 - Was the only player with an ounce of bravery in his passing until the moment when Zoumana sent him for an early bath

Boldewijn 4 - Sometimes Enzio gets too much stick but today he did not look bothered I'm afraid. Didn't use his head when knowing what pass or run to make. Finally turned up with 10 to go

Wootton 6 - Did what he could with poor service. Tried to do it himself after we got sent down to 10 men

Dennis 6 - Battled away but like Wootton no real service 

O'Brien 6 - Came on and played two passes which make brave passing look simple. Hopefully, fully fit for next Saturday. Need him big time

Thomas 5 - Had the chance to get through on goal once or twice, but didn't get to the ball

Not much has happened for me this week, just work, work and work. Just picking up the extra hours here and there. 

Working for the next 5 days, but got the weekend off for my birthday, so I am looking forward to that. 

My test results from the doctors came back clear so I am happy with that (I wasn't when I first got them ????). 

Very boring week for me this. How has everyone else's week been? 

Good evening to you all, it's time for round 29! Kick-off is Saturday 3pm as usual, and remember your jokers

Stoke City v Swansea City

Bristol Rovers v Fleetwood Town

Rochdale v Gillingham

Crawley Town v Grimsby Town

Exeter City v Colchester United

Chesterfield v AFC Fylde

Hartlepool United v Stockport County

Maidenhead United v Eastleigh

Game 32 - Daggers (A)

Team: Dagenham & Redbridge

Date: 25/01/2020

Where: The Chigwell Construction Stadium

What line-up should Neal Ardley 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.

I was watching a few football related videos on YouTube and it got me thinking.

What are the earliest signs for you, that Notts could have a good season?

Where will Notts finish?

Will Chesterfield end up relegated?

The newcastle united player signed a 18 month contract for The Magpies. 

Cal Roberts is a winger who should do well in our squad if given the chance.

Full article link below

https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news/2020/january/roberts-signs-200120/

I was standing in the beer garden with a few older relatives of mine, when this lanky smartly dressed guy demanded to see my ID. Of course, I shown him. It was actually myself who got the round in, which I did explain.

For the following half hour before we made our way to the game, I was constantly being watched by bar staff and the same lanky guy who I believe might be a manager.

I won't be drinking there again, it takes ages to be served any way and the staff are just rude.

I am reading a lot of comments that the club could do with signing a creative midfielder or winger, surely a creative player would be higher on the priority list?

Sam Osborne may lose important development time if a stronger winger is signed, which would be a crying shame. I know I am an exile, but I don't see Neal Ardley dropping Enzio Boldewijn. That still leaves Sean Shields, and I think some have mentioned Regan Booty can play out wide.

Perhaps, a little more quality in the centre of the park would be the best bit of business the club could do? You need creativity to feed the strikers, I feel the club could do with a king ping midfielder than can unlock play with his passing.

Name three things you're good at doing?

Which players do you feel could share a journey with Notts? Who has the potential to be good? What level of football can you see certain prospects making?

I know a lot speak highly of Regan Booty and Alex Lacey.

I’m curious as to what members think their level is, this way we can compare whom has the best potential in the squad.

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

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

A big fat congratulations to December's manager of the month - and not least to the team who got the results. Massive credit goes to everyone involved!

Here's Neal Ardley, with exactly the sort of face you pull when you receive a Christmas present you've no idea what to do with but still want to appear grateful

He says it'll end up in the shed next to his other awards. I think that's where I'd leave the tacky thing too!

An article has stated that Jim O'Brien started training again on monday with protection on his arm and a large scar on his leg. Ardley has said that hes back training but isnt going to rush him even though he wants him back in the squad.

Whats your thoughts on this?

Heres a full article:

https://www.nottinghampost.com/sport/football/football-news/it-like-new-signing-jim-3739866

Join me in welcoming our new member @Steve-R

I hope to see you join in our community.

Who would you say have been the standout players for Notts County this decade and why?

Welcome to the PON forum @Catherine Iremonger, you have a familiar name to Notts County.

Are you by any chance related to the legendary keeper and cricketer Albert Iremonger?

Saturday at 3pm sees the latest batch of prediction league fixtures kick off. So, whether you're in the running for the title, are in it for the pride of a good league position, or if you are new to this and want to see how it all works, get involved! As ever, you have one joker each.

Birmingham City v Cardiff City

Sheffield Wednesday v Blackburn Rovers

Lincoln City v Blackpool

Fleetwood Town v Shrewsbury Town

Crewe Alexandra v Cheltenham Town

Oldham Athletic v Carlisle United

Barnet v Dagenham & Redbridge

Halifax Town v Maidenhead United

I think with modern football, teams have to think about now and what could happen a few years. I've always felt like Notts have been short sighted with this, almost like the outcome doesn't matter. Players come and go, often these days never establishing themselves. In the 90's, the club made a lot of mistakes with selling key players and not allowing the squad to mature as experienced players retired.

The late 70's and 80's, Notts produced some great talent and the squads grew with each other.

I would like to see Notts thinking a little more about how to move forward when a good player is nearing their end or is likely to progress up the football pyramid.

Michael Doyle: He will require a strong minded replacement.

Sam Slocombe: is 31: Will Ross Fitzsimons be good enough to take on his gloves? Notts may get another 4 years out of Sam.

Ben Turner: again is 31, he seems injury prone and from comments seems to struggle with fitness. A good defender to have, but how long does he have left at the club?

Zoumana Bakayogo: At 33, seems a fringe player in Neal Ardley's squad. I can see him going at the end of the season, if he don't feature much more.

Jim O'Brien: Has been unlucky with injuries, could this take its toll on a 32 year old?

Wes Thomas: Has a few more years within him, but is a candidate as someone the club must replace well to move forward or to improve.

Nathan Tyson: I expect him to retire at the end of the season.

The players in bold are players I feel need replacing well, some players like Regan Booty may eventually step into the likes of Jim O'Brien's boots but I would like to see a bit more experience to cover this area.

A player like Michael Doyle, yet is prime needs to be high on the priority list for the scouting and recruitment.

I feel Notts needs to develop younger players, by firstly replacing the senior and key areas and then filling in the gap with promising players that whoever is in charge is willing to play. Thy will only improve with game time, how do you feel about this? 

Notts County CEO Jason Turner discusses the postponed game against AFC Flyde, the two new scoreboards, Puma, the signing of Kyle Wootton, the clubs heritage and the 8 game ticket bundle ticket offer for fans without season tickets.

Here is the full article https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news/2020/january/ceo-update-150119/?fbclid=IwAR1uhnLepZSVki2Y6wkPEhIgbwHPn425qrcr1IgTyg0q4wA6OkD7yT035nU

dont get me wrong, i feel awful about the situation but what on earth drives people to think this way? whos even donating the money...

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/christian-couple-crowdfunding-76000-resurrect-21126319

@Dan Westwell has kindly supplied us with a set of images from yesterday's 0-0 draw against Dover, please feel free to take a look at the gallery below.

Comments welcome.

Thanks Dan!