Macaulay Langstaff looks very dashing in his evening wear; you could hardly tell he is a footballer. Soon he will be dining and spending time with high executives when clubs come knocking down Meadow Lane’s door.

Macaulay Langstaff looks great in a suit; it really does look good on him. His smile is that of delight and “what am I doing here?” I bet he had to pinch himself, but at least he didn’t have to head out before midnight like Cinderella did!

Best dressed of the Night: Macaulay Langstaff! I bet he could win any award he put his mind to. He looks very gentleman-like in his shiny black suit.

David McGoldrick seems to have won everyone over. I am pleased he’s back and appreciate what he’s said since his return. He sounds very focused, considering Derby still wanted him. This suggests it should work out for us, but nobody knows when a player’s legs will go. I believe he will be fit enough.

I am pleased David McGoldrick has had the chance to return to Meadow Lane, where he wants to retire. I like these kinds of stories. I am not sure what to make of the stories about him attending games or bumping into Charlie Slater. I think some of this is good PR work but it’s no doubt a coup for us.

 feel we are lucky that David McGoldrick wanted to come back. I think he will have wanted to do this for a while, but it will be good to see how he does over the course of the season. If Notts only gets one year out of him, it’s one year he may have spent with Derby scoring bags of goals. Isn’t it better that he does this for us?

It's unfortunate that the signatures are turned off for me, even though I've enabled them. I don't think I'll be using them much anyway.

I don’t use a signature and I don’t have any plans to add one. I have noticed that more members do have their own. This is nice to see, but personally, I see no need for my own.

I feel we are lucky that David McGoldrick wanted to come back. I think he will have wanted to do this for a while, but it will be good to see how he does over the course of the season. If Notts only gets one year out of him, it’s one year he may have spent with Derby scoring bags of goals. Isn’t it better that he does this for us?

50 minutes ago, CliftonMagpie said:

I prefer easy-to-listen-to music. I think the 80s had some great songs and, while I could get through a playlist with songs from that period, I find myself more of a fan of the 70s, with the rock and roll styles being a bit easier to enjoy. I do not like much modern music. @super_ram, I remember my mum watching Sharpe on ITV when I was a little child. The song reminds me of those days.

If I were to name a few preferred artists, I would say Frank Turner, Elton John, The Hollies, Fifth Avenue, Jason Mraz, Coldplay and Michael Bublé.

OK  @CliftonMagpie I get it that you are a lot younger than me,mind you I didn't realise till I checked that Sharpe was first broadcast 30 years ago.Also seeing as you like The Hollies too ,I'll say no more.lol

I have a wide variety of taste in music. Although, I don't particularly like today's music. There seems to be a lack of originality and feel good factor like they used to be. 

Clubland, Rock or Pop Punk are my top 3 genres.

I can just about listen to anything tbf. Mostly due to growing up I was introduced to multiple different types of music. 

Limp Bizkit and Oasis are up there as my favourites to listen to. 

I am a Clash fan; that is my favourite band to listen to. I grew up listening to them; all of my friends liked them and for the time they were the coolest act to follow. I do like Queen also. I think Freddie Mercury had one of the best voices in music, closely followed by Morrissey.

Good luck to Enda Stevens in finding a new club. I wonder if Luton Town might be interested? He has Premier League experience and they could do with a few experienced faces.

I wish Enda Stevens the best of luck. He always showed promise at Notts. I doubt he’ll return here, but I’m sure another club will sign him.

Enda Stevens did okay for Notts, considering he was thrown into the team and how the club was performing; it was always going to be a battle for the lad. I thought he had been doing well for Sheffield United. Now that David McGoldrick is here, I don’t think we can rule out that Notts may express interest.

Interesting story by Charlie. You have to appreciate the way he drifts away from the point and how he goes about it.

Charlie sure knows how to tell them. I agree with others who say it reflects well on McGoldrick. It would be hard for a footballer to attend many games while actively playing, yet it’s still good to think he came to show his support.

I wanted Charlie to say halfway into the story that his kid woke up and that he would have to continue it later. Save me the job. It does come across well for David, though I have my doubts about the story itself.

I haven’t heard of him, which is strange since he plays for West Ham. I don’t pay much attention to the Premier League or Match of the Day; the attraction has fizzled out.

I would imagine the list of missed players is never-ending, but at least with the recruitment Notts has now, good players are being spotted, signed and improved. Notts just needs to start getting fees for the players instead of allowing deals to expire.

He’s not a name I am all that familiar with, but I think a player like him wouldn’t slip through our current recruitment system and if he did, well I think there would be realistic reasoning behind that.

The reunion of Kristian Dennis and Kane Hemmings will be interesting to watch. However, it wasn’t the attack that caused the club’s relegation; it was the midfield, defence and goalkeeper.

Tranmere Rovers have lost quite a few of their best players. Salford and the likes have taken the opportunity to buy some of them. Kristian Dennis is an excellent bit of business for them, as he and Kane Hemmings have goals in them. Tom Davies, I feel, is one of the best defenders in our league.

Kristian Dennis was always a good striker - very much a player who could find space and tuck shots away. He worked hard too and always tried to make himself known. Good signing for Tranmere.

i am fully prepared for him to leave, but i do hope he stays. i think he can be replaced and probably with a more consistent player, but one that does not have that habit of showing pure magic like ruben does,

I wonder why Portsmouth would pull out, provided the rumour is true? Does this mean they are more keen to sign Aaron Nemane, or is it all smoke?

I wish we knew one way or another whether he’s staying or not, it’s so frustrating for us fans.

I remember when he signed for Burnley, I think. They did the whole Non-League to Premier League thing and it didn’t work out as intended, but he looks like a good player. This is one of the better rumours for me.

By the way, when I posted using the topic feed, my post was incorrectly sent here.

I’m not sure if Carlisle released him or if he turned down a new contract. It’s quite surprising because he’s a talented player. I believe he would perform well in League One.

On 07/06/2023 at 17:50, Countyman said:

Sooner or later one of these rumours will turn out to be true, I think this one might have some substance to it. The club may have been tracking this player for a while. I think we have a good chance of signing almost any player we want now, mostly because of the positive atmosphere and momentum we have created at the club and the fact that players can see we are building something special here.

I think this summer it turned out to be David McGoldrick, but you know what they say: there’s no smoke without fire. I’m looking forward to seeing some new faces come through the doors at Meadow Lane.

He will be King Ruben if he stays! He needs to sign that deal now! I don’t expect it to happen but it would be nice if he could then nutmeg League Two players to his heart’s content.

Ruben’s stats are interesting. He’s likely to be at the top of those kinds of charts. I think he could make it if he moved to a Championship team.

Ruben Rodrigues will leave behind some very difficult stats to break. I can’t see him staying, but we have the memories and the recruitment team is able to push forward.

Very saddening news, has the cause been announced or mentioned? I assume it's natural causes? Rest in Peace the great sheik.

It's been awhile since I heard the wrestlers name, so sad to think that had gone. Rest in Peace. 

I have never been a big of wrestling, but I remember the mid to late 80s and remember the Iron Sheik. May he rest in peace.

Due to my night shifts, I think only the home games are realistic for me to attend. I don’t have my rota for those dates yet, so I could find myself off on one or two. If I am lucky, I will be able to attend a few.

It’s a good line-up of exhibition games before the season starts. Pre-season is useful for various reasons; a manager can tinker with his starting 11, see which players work well together and see if any of the youngsters can step up without the worry of losing a competitive game.

The list of friendlies looks good. I hope to make it to the Shrewsbury Town match. I think I can attend most of the pre-season games.

I am surprised because he looked nothing more than average when he played against Notts, but there are far more qualified people out there to assess players than me and most likely Barnsley have watched him multiple times. Best wishes to him.

I didn't rate him either, but sometimes we have to take into consideration how good Notts were when we played them. I think he should do alright with them, I can easily see him adapting and possibly making a move overseas in the future. Polish players tend to be snapped up as affordable buys by teams in europe.

Lopata is a promising prospect and has performed well. I think the move will work out after some time, but it may not be a smooth start.

Good blog, not something I would usually read but it’s interesting. It gave me some insight into the different aspects of the club and the challenges they face. It was well written and informative, but not too long or boring.

3 players I would like to see at Notts to boost the defence

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

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

https://gateshead-fc.com/players/ethan-pye/

and for goalkeeper

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

https://www.southendunited.co.uk/teams/first-team/goalkeeper/collin-andeng-ndi/

Good blog. I do agree that it seems to be trying to focus too much on liked players and in this case, the writer should have made it clear. This would give them credibility instead of trying to seem like they recommend the players off their own back. If they wrote about players linked, it would have been just as good. It’s well-written though.

Pleased for Tiernan Brooks, he deserves the call-up and hopefully he does manage to get game time. There’s one thing to loan him out, yet another to give him the time to improve.

On 07/06/2023 at 05:43, AmericanPie said:

I am delighted and thrilled for Tiernan Brooks; considering his young age, he must be eager to participate in matches, especially since internationals are a unique opportunity that not all young goalkeepers encounter. I concur with those who believe that if he is skilled enough for Ireland's U21s, he should be prepared to see some action with Notts County.

What are your thoughts on Tiernan, @Dripsey3?

It's great to see Tiernan playing for the U21s. I hope he gets game time in League 2 next season. 

It's gratifying to witness Tiernan serving as a representative for both Ireland and Notts. As a promising young goalkeeper, he simply requires ample time on the pitch to further develop his skills. His contribution to both teams highlights the importance of nurturing and supporting emerging talent in the world of football.

I don't have much to say, other than I wish them well and that they can find an investor to get behind. They won't get anywhere if they can't put their indifferences aside. That goes for board and the fans.

I also hope that the club’s best interests are put at the forefront of the situation.

Patrick Thistle Football Club has had its fair share of challenges recently, and we would like to take this opportunity to express our unwavering support and encouragement. May the Jags, as they valiantly strive to overcome adversity, find strength in their endeavours, both on and off the pitch. As supporters and well-wishers of the beautiful game, we stand together with the club, its players, and devoted fans, confident that Patrick Thistle will channel their indomitable spirit en route to achieving even greater successes. From all of us here, we send the team heartfelt good luck and perseverance as they navigate through these tumultuous times.

Hello, welcome to the PON forum @Ohh Tommy Johnson. If like me you get overwhelmed by birthday cards, this may continue a bit more.

Welcome! Glad to see you joining in, I am a fairly new member myself. Good to say hello to another new faces @Ohh Tommy Johnson.

Good to see another recently arrived member of PON joining in, welcome to the comminity @Ohh Tommy Johnson.

Hello, @calw_111. Welcome to the site and community here.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @calw_111. Pop on and have your say when you can, it will be nice to read your thoughts.

Hello, @calw_111. Welcome to PON, as another newbie I hope you join in.

What made you choose McSwegan as your username? Welcome to PON, @McSwegansRightPeg.

Welcome @McSwegansRightPeg.  I'm looking forward to your thoughts and opinions. This is a very friendly place.

Gary McSwegan was an excellent striker for Notts, we should have kept him for long! Welcome, @McSwegansRightPeg.

Costa is my favourite coffee shop out of all of them. There used to be a small vendor in Nottingham City Centre that I really liked, but unfortunately it closed down during the first COVID lockdown.

Speaking of UK coffee places, they vary in quality and taste. My favourite is Costa Coffee and their Caramel Latte is delicious. There are many other coffee places in the UK that offer great drinks and atmosphere. Some popular chains include Starbucks, Caffè Nero, and Pret A Manger. Each has its own unique style and menu offerings. In addition to the chains, there are also many independent coffee shops that offer a more local and unique experience. Whether you prefer a classic espresso or a flavoured latte, there’s something for everyone in the UK’s coffee scene.

and why everyone should avoid Starbucks

I wish Ricardo all the best in his new role; the Croatian league could be a breath of fresh air for him. If he can attract the players on the money available to him, who knows what he can do.

I wish to see ex-managers and players succeed only; it’s good that he has already found his next project, and I wish him well without.

Ricardo Moniz will lead Slavena in the preparations on Thursday, June 15, and for the club's website he shared his first impressions after signing the contract with Slaven Belup.

- It is a great honor for me to come to Slaven Belupo, Koprivnica and Croatian football. I know a lot about the club, and the two friendly matches we played last season, one in Koprivnica and the other in Zalagereszeg, especially helped me. I know that it is a great club with ambitious people who lead it and very good players that I saw in the mentioned matches. So far in my career, I have coached players like Olić, Petrić, Tomasov and Mance, so I know what the Croatian mentality means and what the Croats' view of football is. There is always great emotion and a desire for progress, which impresses, and I believe that the same awaits me in Slaven Belup.

He explained what Slaven can do next season in the following way.

- I am aware that I am coming to a club that is not a favorite for the top positions, but that is what should inspire and motivate us. We must have great ambition and take steps forward through work at a high level. Regardless of the fact that we may be outsiders at the start, we want to lurk for an opportunity from the shadows, and that will come through a high intensity of work at every training session. I like to compete against nominally better and bigger clubs, against clubs that have more money and better conditions, because everything is possible in football.

He was attracted to Slaven Belupo by the club's desire for progress in all segments.

- When we talked about my arrival in Slaven Belupo, I felt a great love for football from the people of the club and that I get a lot of energy through talking with them. I can't wait to start work, but I must point out that we have a lot of work ahead of us. There is no magic wand, and our only goal must be progress step by step. We must together create one philosophy in the club that we will all follow, both the first team and the football school. I don't want to impose anything on anyone, my task is to convince everyone of this philosophy because I am a team player.

The message to the fans of our club is simple.

- Football is played for the fans, and we will do everything to be better for them. We can raise our game, our philosophy, our training by a few percent, and we will do that only if we live it. We have a great responsibility for the fans and we have to respect them, but also be brave. I am looking forward to my stay in Koprivnica and believe in joint success.

Coach, once again, welcome and good luck!

RIP Chloe Gibson.

Awful to learn about Chloe Gibson, very sad news. May she rest in peace.  

Awful and saddening news, my thoughts go out to her family and friends.  

I've been to Ulaan Bataar, Mongolia is a fascinating country

It’s such a shame when a football governing body cares more about money and bribes than the well-being of its teams. It inevitably has a negative impact on the good teams.

It’s sad; there’s a lot of corruption in sport, but if they have the money and fans, they should try to fix what is broken with their game.

Ed Francis is an excellent fit for Gateshead. They have a proven track record of getting the best out of players with potential, and I think this move is the best decision he could have made. I wish he could have been a bigger player here, but it’s just not the case at the moment.

Gateshead will take good care of Ed Francis. I hope he does well for them and I’ll be keeping an eye on his progress.

I think Ed will start to figure out what works best for him and make strides towards improving his game. Moving to a new club can be helpful in this regard - the disappointment of being released can provide motivation to push forward to the next stage of your career.