L 2-0 vs Barrow (A) - League Two - Tue 28th Nov, 7:45pm

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Fair play to the 92 supporters making the trip tonight.

I think an away game will do us some good as there is a real air of negativity at home and lethargy currently. Barrow are a quality L2 side so we will have to bat at or very close to our best to get anything from the game, I would snap your hand off for a point now.

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As we gear up for tonight’s clash at Barrow, I can’t help but don my optimist’s hat. McEntee’s absence? Merely a chance for someone else to step into the spotlight – or at least, into the general vicinity of it.

I’m feeling a surge of intuition – or maybe it’s just hope – that we’ll roll out a classic 442 formation.

Regarding our frontline, there’s talk of DJ and Draper teaming up in a 442 formation. Now, while this pairing might have its supporters, let’s just say I’m not organizing a fan club anytime soon. Johnson, bless him, doesn’t quite tick all the boxes for me. Instead, I’m casting my vote for Douglas James-Taylor. Sure, he’s only netted one professional league goal, but sometimes it’s about the quality, not the quantity, right? It’s like choosing a fine wine over a pint of lager; both have their place, but one just feels a bit more special. Here’s to hoping DJT uncorks something spectacular tonight

Now, let’s sprinkle some delightful stats into the mix, shall we? I’ve always been a fan of numbers, especially when they paint a picture brighter than our league position. Speaking of which, did you know that every time we’ve played on a day ending in ‘Y’, we’ve shown a 17% increase in pass completion in the final third during leap years? Fascinating, right?

Facing up to Barrow, who are organized and press with the intensity of a Black Friday sale, requires patience. We’re talking monk-like levels of calm. Playing out from the back against them is less a strategy, more an act of footballing defiance. We might not break through every time, but when we do, it’s like finding a £20 note in an old pair of jeans.

Now, onto the elephant in the room – our beloved manager, Sadler. In the face of criticism, I stand by him with the stubbornness of a mule. Sure, the results might not be there yet, but if you squint hard enough, you can see the outlines of a grand plan, like a magic eye picture. He’s not just building a team; he’s building a legacy – one questionable decision at a time.

So, as we stare down the possibility of sliding to 19th, let’s remember: it’s not just about the destination; it’s about the journey. And what a journey it’s been – full of twists, turns, and the occasional ‘what on earth was that?’ moment. Here’s to hoping tonight’s game is another step forward – or at least sideways – in our grand adventure.

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That the Allegro again?

P.S. Don’t over-egg it. Subtlety is key. :wink:

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Don’t win on a Tuesday, bout time it changed

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Do we win on a Saturday?

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Will we ever win again ?

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Of course , pomlett said watch out villa and wolves remember!

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Either a hard earned 0-0 or a 4-0 hammering.

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Imagine actually posting “likes” on posts generated by AI :rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

What a world :rofl::rofl::rofl:

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2-1 Walsall win. :laughing:

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4 4 2

Evans

Gordon
Farq
DD
Dave

Stirk
Coms

Hutch and Foulkes on the wings (fed up with Knowles)

Matt
DJ

Keep some pace on the bench to hit them late on and come away with a 1 0 courtesy of DJT. Will be watching on iFollow. UTS

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Pom ear actually meant watch out PELSALL Villa and WOLVERHAMPTON Casuals

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I fear an absolute drubbing tonight, its typical 4 nil territory.

Probably spaff a 1 nil win now.

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Some people liked it because sometimes its a comedic post and tickles one or two of our funny bones :rofl: , we no its not you posting said post so we know its not associated in any way shape or form with your opinions … its just created a little humour in these dull weeks​:smiling_face:

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Fair enough….until it’s your posts that it’s taking the p!ss out of and your avatar that keeps getting stolen….

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I agree with you completely 100% , and the mods should be sorting it and suspending the account im just explaining why some people may have liked it

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Can’t see anything other than defeat, unfortunately. They’re a club on an upward trajectory who’ve been building steadily for a few years now and are reaping the rewards with being in the mix for most of last season and being up there again this season. They’ve lost players and recruited as good, if not better with a good young manager in place. Sadly, we now look up to the way clubs like Barrow are doing things.

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can’t wait for Sadler’s interview after tonight’s 0-4 drubbing…
“We didn’t underestimate them, they were a lot better than we thought” (apologies to Bobby Robson)
“Oh, and I was very pleased the way the lads played, I was proud of them out there tonight, it was cold.”

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You’re replying to an AI generated account ya fool!! :rofl::rofl::rofl:

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Aren’t we all AI generated? Or at least most of us? We are possibly in an alien, or AI, created reality after all.