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Yeah. In the end (which is what really matters) I felt joy in Konsa’s performance, Saka’s performance and goal, and then his penalty, in Eze’s contribution, in the delight on the faces of those fans who spent big to be there.
Pubs, restaurants, media outlets, businesses will all feel the benefit of another England game.
Yeah, I felt joy. I’m sure that’s okay with you? You don’t have to feel it too. That’s okay. But knowing other people are joyful maybe helpful or of interest - I dunno.
Wow! Do you think Sam Allardyce would’ve taken us to three semi finals? That’s what Southgate stepped in to. How hard is it to get to three semi finals (including a final)? That’s what Southgate has done.
Could we do it easier - subjective?
Entitled opinions such as ‘we should be better because of the players we got’ don’t win football matches or hearts and minds.
Could we do better? I hope so, but just now it’s a joy to see these players doing well. International football is so tough.
Thoughts International tournament football is much harder / tighter than i probably realise. Coaches get less time with players, club cliques, less ‘easy’ footballing nations etc.
Southgate is not Taylor or Keegan or McClaren or Hodgson or Allardyce…
Hype is high. This time of year the OTT mainstream press circus sets up camp on the edge of town and resident expectations of bearded women and dwarf firing canons go through the roof / canopy.
Knickers get twisted, flags get waved, faces get painted and that weird uncle who’s lazy eye always seems to rest on your sister passes out on the couch at halftime due more to a lack of quality rather than solely alcohol content.
I accept hospitality businesses are the ones praying for a nation to ‘go deep’. Cash ain’t it.
Suggestion Have a laugh, don’t take it (yourself) too seriously. Keep trees vertical, be nice to strangers but don’t get in their cars, only disagree with people whose opinion you value.
Sofa King Cheap was a furniture store near Wishaw I think. 30 odd years ago in Bracknell there was a cracking kebab to be bought from Jason’s Doner Van.
I saw Hearts win at Celtic in Dec, they’ve had a good season - tailed off a bit. Fans of national team are optimistic for Shankland this summer.
When I first moved to Scotland (late 90’s) I was told of the business model for certain new stadiums being built (ICT, Falkirk, Clyde) included a large away end or stand that can be used for away fans (particularly Celtic /GR).
I believe over the years that fans revenue has reduced in comparison to other streams (not to the extent of in England though), so less need to accommodate Old Firm away fans. As alluded to above the cost of policing / stewarding increases the more away fans you attract too.
"I've been told that West Brom played with two keepers for a while.
"I'm not here to complain. I'm here to make sure my team is better, so if we need to play against two keepers then we need to practice playing against two keepers.
"Football is a game with mistakes and unfortunately refs can make mistakes as well. They have a very difficult job - the second most difficult job, after being a manager.
"On the pitch I thought their keeper made an amazing save - I mean the real keeper. That shows you how difficult the referee's job is. I was shown it (on video) afterwards."
We can be more like Marti.
I loved Gary O’Neil cheating (getting caught) at Wembley. Brom fans loved Cedric Kipre cheating (not getting caught) at LR. That’s football.
I could be wrong but I think I see JCS admiringly clarify with Kipre what happened at the end of ext highlights. Professionals make big decisions quickly. Kipre made the right one.
Good post hoopsie Agree with gazza that they’re all massive now. Need to focus on consistency - getting the most out of this squad until end of season (grow confidence).
Avoid looking at others around us, concentrate on who we are and what we can achieve (we will win, draw and lose before May). HEAD
Of course, we’re fans too. With other teams picking up points around us - what do we think the safety points total will be? 47 - 52…. HEART
Anyone at LR last night close to the corner where Dykes celebrated see Sam Field batter the corner flag in delight? Great to see passionate players. Could’ve had someone’s eye out 🤣🤣
Useful Nix. He hasn’t said he’s depressed or suicidal. Arranged a day out on a hill with him next month, getting him out the city feels right. Appreciate you taking the time respond.
Sorry to hear that wombat. One of my pals lost his mum and last month his partner finished with him. It’s hit him hard and he’s withdrawn. All he’s said to me is that he is sad all the time. Drinking each night to sleep etc. I don’t know what to say or do. What is helping you wombat?
“Give it time mate” feels so empty.
Doesn’t help he’s a Liverpool fan just now either.
It’s those surprise moments that really get me. Something too about predators in the wild (although owl sanctuaries are up there with roman forts for first date options... Partridge?). Ospreys are the birds most recognisable with fish, but I’ve been told that a hungry peregrine will steal or pirate a fish caught by an osprey. New England on the list Boston - covid scuppered attending a wedding near Camden, Maine in 2020 but we’ll get across one day.
Lucky enough to ‘meet’ Bowie on the set of Labyrinth. Whilst waiting for the lighting to be adjusted for the thousandth time I remember Bowie loving a bored Jack Purvis getting up in front of the crew to belt out Let’s Dance. Two men with lights dancing in their eyes and smiles.
Later getting more into his music - and connecting with pals in a Aigburth flat to David Live. Here Today, Gone Tomorrow - tell those you love now.
Alright Wirral Where about are you based? My in-laws are Old Swan Broadgreen. Watched the Bournemouth game in the Mason Arms Gotta a pal from bebington too, his nephew goes up to Tranmere. Nice talking.
Must be 5+ years ago but enjoyed a visit. Stayed in the Maldron for a work weekend. Had a cracking night in Bennigans with a polish/Irish gypsey punk band who knocked my socks off. Loads of history, lovely people.
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