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Someone I know was having an informal chat with Brian Hunt, then the director in charge of the St. Marys development. He said that they roughly budgeted for a third crowds of 18k, a third 24K, and a third around 28k for the top clubs. At the time The Dell was limited to around 14K. As we know the figures have been much better than that, which is one of the difficulties of a CBA, but far better than the alternative! A far better product both on and off the pitch has benefits all round, so let us hope that a few constraints on development and investment in infrastructure have been slackened. I see that a new gym is planned for Staplewood.

Yep, rubber moulded are far safer and get used a lot at our level, particularly when we play on 3/4G sometimes. But I do have metal screw-ins for occasional use and I keep a piece of fine sandpaper in my bag just in case any burrs occur. As Whitey says, the nylon ones could end up nasty.

If you did one for the last match I don't think you have to do it again..

Trains from the East OK, I'm relieved to say. Costs a bit more mind, due to more beers.. Pre-match pre-med probably needed more today with City's form at the moment..

Blimey! A new positive Charlie Wayman n'all! 😉

Can you try via a desktop and then print it out? That's what I've done and it saves a lot of inconvenient stabbing at a phone screen when there's poor reception..

2-2 in the end, WBA equalized on 90... sounds familiar?

Lots of noisy discussion on possible formations here in the pub..

Headscratching here but no doubt in the Brentford camp as well..

Just noticed that the KO is 19.45 not 20.00 so an extra 15 minutes to get back to the station. In the Brighton direction the last train is 10.21 or 10.26 (there appear to be two!) but slightly worried about covid staff issues.. Last 8 o'clock match with loads of extra time I was on the front row by the whistle then a fast jog to the station, but I'd rather be more relaxed about it!

What time do the morning's covid test results come through! When is the decision deadline from the league? How will Kegs do against Brentford? So many questions!

Ha! I'm lesbian my dear, and if you want to see various phobias in operation you really should look at the threads Turkish starts or comments on in The Lounge. Fortunately these days I miss most of the details if I'm logged on but see enough to know he's still at it. Seeing his 'like' for you amuses me highly.

Are you gay, Lord D? Not an issue for me, obviously, but I used to crew on a yacht with a gay guy like you. Not his boat fortunately, but he had the same knee jerk reaction to any female he came across in any situation. As for the game, some resilience from Saints. Valery really should know better even if the second foul and booking was a soft one. Stuart Armstrong still not 100% fit, Shane Long still showing he has value for the team, Romeu a bit slack with his passing occasionally and as ever we really should finish our chances. As somebody who was there when Hughie Fisher scored I'm happy to ride our luck and hope for a home match next round. Who do people want?

My niece supports the Us, she is rather pleased.. 😉

There's no dichotomy, it's generating justification in their own minds and elsewhere that their targeting is legitimate and justified. Boris Johnson was telling lies in Parliament yesterday, which is nothing new, but you won't find that in The Mail. The Daily Telegraph, based on my newsfeed is a constant stream of "evil EU, particularly France" stories - it really is unremitting. As for a subsequent poster "far left politics on most media platforms", it probably explains why I ignore his posts on football matters too.

Well, judging how scared the BBC are of offending the Tory government, and the latter's attempts to put poodles in charge, and how uncritical the Daily Mail is of Boris Johnson can I suggest two candidates?

Simeu and Small are a bit younger, the latter only 17 so as we know a year can make a big difference at this age. It's obvious he's not quite there yet at the moment but I'm perfectly happy to wait a bit longer for a final judgement. Suffice to say I'm happier with Smallbone at the moment who doesn't look out of place when he plays for the first team, and I don't think we're missing out as a club at the moment. I look forward to seeing Small and Simeu against Swansea. Having been impressed when I first saw Stevie Mills, Wayne Bridge and Luke Shaw play I hope to give you all the benefit of my experience and judgement with an assessment after the game. 🙂 Edit: and Bale FFS!

You often make me laugh Mack, and I'm pleased to say with you not at you in this case. I must admit the thought occurred to me too!

Amen! That was to saint_clark's post..

And now all the incestuous newshounds will start quoting each other regarding a rumour probably started during a drunken session by the UI. It's not how rich he is but whether he can convince the banks and is doing a leveraged purchase financed by mortgaging the club at some extortionate rate.

I think you're being unduly cynical. Whilst I was surprised that Long started the last game he pleasantly surprised me with his fitness, his contribution and keeping their defensive honest and making them work. Perhaps Valery, who also impressed me, was referring to his professionalism in training even when he hasn't been starting? If so perhaps it has rubbed off on Valery judging by his contribution?

It was very swift at the barriers checking the passes, and no queuing effectively and I wasn't too early (earliest since I don't know when though!) . I printed mine out so no fumbling with a phone. Disappointing level of mask wearing in the concourses, although once I got to my seat I didn't either.

Oh do keep up. Why do you think they are pushing boosters so much? The improvement in protection is dramatic. The current wave of infections has been impacting more the younger age groups who are generally less vulnerable, and they don't know the impact on older age groups. Yesterday I dashed out to get some LF tests for my mum as there is a positive case in her block of older people's flats and the person has been in the comunal lounge in the last few days.. If not getting vaccinated only impacted yourself I'd say fair enough. But it does have an impact, like many anti-social behaviours. Bad luck in getting covid is one you can accept, but outright stupidity I find difficult to accept. I shall be there on Sunday if it goes ahead, taking reasonable precautions and going by car (SW & Southern Rail have already made that decision for me!).

Most of his points are intended to show how intelligent he is. My opinion is different to his on this matter too. I'll concede abrasive and opinionated though..

I've edited for you.. Incidentally, we had two players on our bench yesterday who have never played for the first team: Small and Simeu..