Islander

'You couldn't make it up'. How many times has that phrase been used in this thread? Well, this whole, wonderfully unbelievable thread must surely have that as a subtitle. If you had told me over 5 years ago how this would have panned out I would have laughed at you but it is of course us who are laughing at the blue phew in the most incredible set of circumstances it would have been impossible to have imagined in 2009. Thanks to all contributors who have provided constant entertainment.

Just had a look at James Raven on Amazon and 2 of his books, Malicious and Stark Warning are currently FREE on Kindle. Another is £1.87.

I think you are wrong. That has got to be someone from here because: 1. He calls himself a skate (they wouldn't) 2. There is no mention of actually supporting them 3. It's spelt correctly 4. Far too insightful

I dread to think - probably 20 or more - all stored away in case they become fashionable again. Along with many shirts, including the '76 home and away, hundreds of programmes, tickets, badges and a stud from Peter Osgood's boot. I might add I haven't bought a scarf for at least 20 years - probably longer.

Of course, silly me. With 20,000 plus turning up every week I suppose they would have to close for safety reasons

So are they sharing the car park then? Otherwise where will the Tesco customers park?

Absolutely love watching him - if someone had told me I'd be impressed by a magic show I wouldn't have believed it. I just love the way Dynamo is so unassuming and casual and then just wanders off after he's produced his magic. There is no 'showmanship' which is what makes him what he is. Brilliant.

Nice to see so many memories of Steve Mills - my favourite player for a time. Such a promising talent and so sad that his career and then his life were cut short. Does anyone remember another young player who died - Austin Hayes? If I remember correctly he had lung cancer and never smoked in his life. Think he was only about 21. On a happier note - I love this thread, I don't feel as though I have to be careful what I say!

All done - good luck.

Had to work hard for that point and although we didn't play that well we still got something from the game. Was never going to be easy so very happy with that.

I had totally forgotten all about that track - it was only when I saw the album cover that the bells started to ring! Thanks St.John for the video - great memories and I found myself remembering the punchlines of the song!

@SouthamptonFC: Punch: "It's a weight off my mind, so now I can look to the long-term future..... Not the first time he's said that recently.

Feel so priviliged to have seen so many of those goals. For anyone interested you can get Unbelievable as a DVD (it's on Amazon).

Jose Baxter baby, jose Baxter oh oh oh Oh dear........

How could I forgive him for getting my hero Stevie Williams sent off (and Ossie too)? So many opposition players over the years have caused upset but Bailey was the one that sticks in the memory most. However, the game was what it was and I wouldn't wish serious illness on anyone, so hope he recovers soon.