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  1. I was wondering, other than football does anyone have any interests in any other sports?


     


    I personally keep up to date with snooker, F1 and cricket.


     


    But my main passions are WWE and motorcycle racing. I used to go to a lot of race meetings but they are so blooming expensive now, its ridiculous. We want to take Harry to one though before he's too old. He likes the crashes, its great when your a kid and don't understand the injury's that can be involved :)




  2. Anelka Faces FA Probe Over 'Sickening' Salute


    The French striker is facing an investigation after his country's sports minister slammed his controversial goal celebration.


    8:30pm UK, Saturday 28 December 2013


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    Anelka says the gesture was simply a "dedication to his comedian friend"


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    Dieudonne has been fined for hate speech





    Footballer Nicolas Anelka could face an FA investigation after he celebrated a goal with a controversial gesture linked to anti-Semitism in France.


    After scoring the first of two goals for West Brom against West Ham, the former France international appeared to perform the "quenelle" salute made famous by French comedian Dieudonne.


    France's Sports Minister Valerie Fourneyron condemned the striker over the straight-armed salute, which Jewish groups have called "a Nazi salute in reverse".


    She wrote on her official Twitter account: "Anelka's gesture is a shocking provocation, sickening. There's no place for anti-Semitism and incitement to hatred on the football field."


    The Football Association is aware of the criticism and is looking into the celebration.


    Anelka, 34, used his Twitter account to defend the celebration, explaining that it was simply a tribute to his friend Dieudonne.


    He wrote: "This gesture was just a special dedication to my comedian friend Dieudonne." 


    The footballer's gesture came after France's Interior Ministry said it was looking at legal ways to ban performances by Dieudonne M'bala M'bala - who has been accused of insulting the memory of Holocaust victims and threatening public order.


    sportsministertweet-1-522x293.jpgFrance's Sports Minister branded Anelka's behaviour 'shocking' on Twitter

    The stand-up comedian has been fined repeatedly for hate speech and ran in the 2009 European parliament elections at the head of an "Anti-Zionist List" made-up far-right activists.


    French Interior Minister Manuel Valls said: "Dieudonne M'bala M'bala doesn't seem to recognise any limits any more.


    "From one comment to the next, as he has shown in several television shows, he attacks the memory of Holocaust victims in an obvious and unbearable way."


    Dieudonne has responded to the criticism from prominent Jewish figures by threatening to sue them for linking his gesture - a downward straight arm touched at the shoulder by the opposite hand - to the Hitler salute.


    He named the gesture "la quenelle" - the word for an elongated creamed fish dumpling - and says it stands for his anti-Zionist and anti-establishment views, not anti-Semitism.


    The gesture has gone viral on social media recently, with mostly young fans displaying it at parties and sports events. Some do it while in the audience at live television shows.


    2nd-goal-1-522x293.jpgThe straight-armed salute has become hugely controversial in France

    Two soldiers were sanctioned by the army in September for making the gesture in uniform in front of a Paris synagogue.


    Roger Cukierman, head of the CRIF umbrella group of Jewish organisations, complained about it to French President Francois Hollande last week.


    He said: "It's the Nazi salute in reverse.


    "Very clearly, Mr Dieudonne is developing a nearly professional anti-Semitism under the cover of telling jokes."


    Kick It Out, the anti-discrimination campaigning group, said it was looking into the gesture from Anelka and would help the FA if its assistance is requested.


    In a statement, Kick It Out said: "Kick It Out has been made aware of West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka making an alleged gesture, known as the 'quenelle', which carries anti-Semitic connotations during today's  fixture against West Ham United at Upton Park.


    "The campaign is in contact with partners in England and France regarding this matter and has offered its support to the Football Association in any forthcoming investigation."





     


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    This is such a bad picture joke but for some reason I just keep laughing.

  4. This Saturday's fixtures:
    Burnley v Sheffield Wednesday

    Millwall v Ipswich Town

    Gillingham v Swindon Town

    Walsall v Brentford

    Cheltenham Town v Accrington Stanley

    Southend United v Chesterfield

  5. Arquin gone to Scotland for a trial with Ross County.

    Both Charlton lads gone back to parent club.

     

    Might leave us short a left back, meaning Sheenan back to LB?

    Also no mention of Fozzie leaving yet. What a shame!

     

    NOTTS County will not be extending Morgan Fox's loan at Meadow Lane.

    The Wales Under 21 left-back has returned to Championship club Charlton Athletic after a five-week loan at Meadow Lane.

    And Magpies boss Shaun Derry says he will not be coming back.

    Striker Yoann Arquin could also be on his way out of the club, having been on trial at Ross County.

    The 25-year-old has not played for Notts since mid-November and was also a spectator as the Scottish Premier League side beat St Johnstone 1-0 on home soil last Saturday.

    Charlton Under 21 captain Bradley Jordan has also gone back to The Valley with Fox, having joined Notts on loan deadline day at the end of November.

    Midfielder Jordan did not play a play for the Magpies, but Fox played seven times, making six starts.

    He also scored the first goal of his professional career as Notts beat Colchester United 4-0 in League One in mid-December and helped them to three league wins.

    "It was very hard for them to adapt to the level we are at, not so much Fox, but Bradley," said Derry.

    "Bradley came in and perhaps wanted to play a bigger part than he did.

    "What I would say is – and fair credit to them – they came with a freshness and an attitude that really helped us as a group.

    "As much as there was disappointment from Bradley's angle, I'm hoping he will go away better for the experience of being out of his comfort zone and for Fox he came in and played in three wins so that's great for him.

    "He'll want to get out on loan again, but we're looking at different options."


    Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Notts-County-extending-Morgan-Fox-s-loan-Meadow/story-20413178-detail/story.html#ixzz2po9YI88V

     

  6. ... tonight, for the first time in the league since November, 2013. Just our luck, eh? Should we be worried about Saturday's game?


  7. By far one of the most enjoyable months - We've witnessed PoN flourish and many new members arrive. I am hopeful that those who continue to 'voice' our community - we see the benefits in the long run because with each contribution we attract additional interest and a Fan Site can only grow with the support we have seen.

    Firstly I want to thank each and everyone who not only nominated 3 members but also took the time to vote. A big 'Thank You!'

    Please take time to congratulate December's MotM - LiamPie!

    Well Done mate! No doubt this wasn't an easy choice but as always you do a lot to help us. I think it shows you how much of a part you're on PoN to have been voted and mentioned by so many of the community.

    I'd like to briefly thank the other 5 runners up, please continue and keep up the great work! A special mention to Joe Jone's who nearly took this month's award, you do a lot of writing for us and general help - Thanks for being a big part of this site, without your hard work we wouldn't have so much to read or enjoy.

    Next month's will be fun! hehe ;)



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    Jack Grealish and Callum Ball sign deals to stay until end of season at #notts.

     



     



    Taken from David Jackson's twitter a short while ago. 


    No mention of Mac yet though.


     


    As an aside, how do you paste in the actual tweet with the pic etc?


     


  9. I have to admit upfront I wasn't looking forward to it 100%, I actually thought it wouldn't be as good but even I enjoyed it.

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    For children this is great family entertainment, I don't think I would go with just Kate because part of the reason why I liked it was because it was nice to be together but it was very funny. I got sprayed with a water pistol!!!

    The majority of the front few rows got it but for me, right in my face! Luckily it wasn't so bad, this poor women on the right side of me had it sprayed at her until she commented back! LOL - Also, the bad guy kept making comments about Notts. He even mentioned after saying the giants fridge was empty that he believes a couple of Notts fans were in the freezer!! When he heard a few boo's he asked 'Why, does anyone here support Notts County'.

    Que me to shout 'Yes, we do! YYYYOOOOOOOOUUUU PIESSSSSSSS!' lol

    This leaves me to say, have you been to a playhouse panto?

  10. I was really hoping that we would get both these players till the end of the season but it's looking ever more likely that McGregor won't be rejoining us. I have to say I am really pleased to be getting one out of the two (both would have been fantastic) credit to SD and the club for securing Grealish but out of the two I would have preferred we got McGregor I feel he is much more the finished article and we will certainly miss his goals.


     


    I fear that Grealish will suffer with his form if McGregor doesn't rejoin us because they played so well together and fed off each other.


     


    What do others think?


  11. Hi @hambo staggie, welcome to Pride of Nottingham.

    It's nice to see you've joined us! Although the site is quite big, once you get used to the site it will be get easier. I hope you like what you see however, it's great to see more joining us. Really trying to build a strong community here and it be great for you to be apart of it. :)

    Interesting nickname, I thought you might be a stag fan :P

    All the best,

  12. Welcome @Canadian magpie!

    Believe it or not we're being taken over by Canadian Magpies! though I really like to see this, more fans means more people to enjoy the site and to be apart of it. Interesting that Canada seems to be very popular with our fans, would you mind me asking how long you have lived over there and supported Notts?

    Welcome to the community! Glad to see you join us. :) YOU PIES!

  13. Does anybody on here watch non-league football and if so which teams.


     


    Mine are Heanor Town and Matlock Town.


  14. Isn't it great when you wake up in the morning and know there is something to be really happy about but can't remember what.

    That's what happened to me this morning and then I remembered that Notts have won their third game on the trot and were up to 16th in the league, oh joy!

    It's funny how a few football results can change your whole outlook on life (some would say its sad). I have lots of things to be happy about in life and I have some that make me really sad so it's good to feel like this for a short while, let's hope it lasts.

    How is everyone else today?

  15. Alfreton have secured the signing of Notts old boy Shaun Harrard. Who remembers him?

  16. Welcome @iansloan1862, Nice to see you join us here at Pride of Nottingham.

    Would you care to tell us a little about yourself? No problem if you prefer not to, it's just nice to get to know the community a little. Hopefully you like what you see and I look forward to seeing your contributions. See you around the site! :)

  17. The gods are smiling on us!!!!!


    :)


    Notts County Football Club can confirm that striker Yoann Arquin has joined Scottish Premier League outfit Ross County on a free transfer.




    Arquin has found game time limited under manager Shaun Derry and joins the Staggies following a successful trial at the Global Energy Stadium.

     

    The Frenchman arrived at Meadow Lane in the summer of 2012 from Hereford United and has made a total of 65 appearances, scoring 13 goals. 

     

    The club would like to thank Yoann for his efforts in the Black and White stripes. 

     

    Look out for further transfer updates during the January transfer window here on the official site. 



    Read more at http://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news/article/yoann-arquin-joins-ross-county-1296633.aspx#bc4y8cehx3fMOEea.99


     


  18. I've just been thinking, I actually tuned out briefly thinking about the hopes I had early on for this fan site. Along the way (for some reason) opposition fans joined us - It started with Shrewsbury fans, who quickly adopted the title 'Resident'. I genuinely find it enjoyable seeing them around and although some haven't visited for awhile, when they do it makes my day.

    It's quite special seeing so many down to earth fans, none are what you find on general football forums.

    Despite some actually coming from them! I guess it shows how nice the community here can be.

    Shrewsbury - @shrewswill @friendlyshrew
    Walsall - @sadlad
    Rotherham - @BradtheMiller
    Swindon Town - @medievalmickey
    Manchester United - @SteveMUP @Zomaian

    Technically and Additionally....

    Derby County - @super_ram

    Please if you notice anyone missed off let me know - If this happens to be you, sorry.. :D

  19. I work with a load of Derby fans and the say that McGregor is going to Derby with Bryson going the other way.

  20. Heard a rumour that we're after him (all though my source is not very reliable).


     


  21. I was listening to Radio Nottingham on the way to the match last Saturday and they were interviewing Tom Lawton who is the son of the legendary Tommy Lawton, it was quite interesting to hear how Tommy (who was the England centre forward) came to sign for Notts who were in the equivalent to today's league 2.


     


    If I can remember what he said he went something like this, Tommy was at Chelsea and he was a big friend of Arthur Stollery who was a physiotherapist at the club and promised him that if he ever got a job as a manager he would sign for him no matter where it was. So when Arthur was appointed manager of Notts Tommy shook the football world by signing for us for a record £20,000 fee. In today's terms it was like Wayne Rooney signing for Accrington Stanley, can you imagine what it would be like to be a Notts fan then? Lawton was at the peak of his career and signed for little old Notts County! In those days of course there was a maximum wage no matter who you played for, I think Tom mentioned £20 a week so Tommy was no worse off and Notts could afford his wages.


     


    Another thing his son said was that the first thing he did when he joined Notts was insist that all the players were paid the same wage. As you can imagine Notts gates receipts went through the roof so they were well able to afford this and they even negotiated with the clubs they played away for a share of their gate if Tommy played because everywhere Notts played there was a bumper crowd turn up to see Tommy.


     


    Very interesting story I thought.


  22. It's interesting how far game consoles have come, especially since my childhood (Super Ram said the same thing). LOL

    Does anyone here dabble in gaming at all?

    I don't really have the time as much as used to, although when I am my laptop I do tend to play Football Manager 2013. I play Angry Birds, Fruit Ninja and several other games on my phone (when bored). I have a PS3, which PES 2013 and Dead Island are among my favourite games.

    Also, I enjoy playing board games but @super_pie tends to cheat!

    What about you?

  23. Our five year old Grandson George doesn't watch violent films or programmes, he never has toy guns, knives, swords or any other weapon bought him as a toy his parents don't believe in giving kids toy weapons.


     


    However he makes pretend weapons out of almost anything, the other day he had been shopping with his mum and when they got home and were unpacking he pulled out a leek and promptly decided it was a sword and he was going to stab his mother! Out walking he will pick up a stick and decide it is a gun and play soldiers etc.,


     


    What is it with boys and weapons, it seems to be something that is inbred and comes natural to them. Has anyone else noticed this?


  24. Sad to hear that Roger Lloyd Pack (Trigger) from Only Fools and Horses has died.


     


     


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