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I agree it was a blanket statement, sorry about that. I would say that most of the Liverpool fans are reasoned and sensible but unfortunately a very vocal minority do let the rest of the club and to a point, the city down. Your defence of them is fair enough, but you must see that they really don't help themselves. An element of false outrage at anything that is a criticism of the city...they was a public outcry when papers indicating that members of the cabinet in the early 80's advocated 'managed decline'. It was 30 years ago for f**** sake! and Maggie shouted those voices down. It was a nothing news story, but it played into the hands of those who like the image of 'everyone is against us'. Liverpool is a fantastic city with lots going for it. Brilliant music scene, incredible architecture, mainly friendly people...it has its share of muppets but everywhere does. I love going back there to see family, but I am glad I don't live there. It is the north after all...

Just to add to this glorious debate about how you aren't allowed to dislike Scousers unless you are related/married/breeding with one (obviously if all three, even better)... Almost all of my Dad's side of the family is from Liverpool and I have to agree with the arguement that they wallow in self pity. It's a Catholic Guilt thing, something brought over with the huge Irish immigration (without which, I wouldn't be here I might add). I can understand the raw emotions regarding Hillsborough, no amount of time will ever heal all the wounds of those who lost someone that day, I do believe that the City and the club will move on once all the documents are released though. What does really annoy me are the Liverpool fans who have no connection with that day, other than being Liverpool fans! I had a massive disagreement with a good friend (who wasn't even born when Hillsborough happened) regarding playing on the date. He said no-one outside Liverpool understands etc etc, I simply reminded him that he was born in Coventry and he supports them because they were winning trophies when he was young! I coul have very easily been a Liverpool fan, most of my family support them and when I was 6/7 and getting into football they were still the best in the country. To boo the National Anthem isn't the worst thing in the world, but to try and defend it by bringing out some S*** about the government and Hillsborough etc is more disrespectful than a couple of idiots shouting during a minutes silence.

I too have enjoyed both George Weah's Cousin and leagueoneminus10 over the last couple of years. So much so, and in conjunction with one of my duties at my new job, I felt that now was as good as any to start my own blog. Mainly about Saints, but also about football in general. Come and take a look - let me know what you think. Very early days but I am enjoying it and aim to post a couple of times a week. It will help that we have lots and lots of football this summer to keep me busy... http://marching-back.blogspot.co.uk

When does the season officially start?? From k.o on the 1st game of the season, or when the transfer window opens? If the latter then its Points-deduction-o' clock for Skates!

Yates' till 6ish Beers on train back to Gloucester Regal (in Gloucester) for one - Got some strange looks from everyone in there, mind you it is a rugby city. Home - where I watched the game again, then watched Football League Show and polished off bottle of Champers while wife went to bed. Suprisingly woke up next day with a clear head, although had no voice!

Plenty of fuel for 'Bestest fans in the World TM' though!

"Didn't I mention...? Oh yeah if you win today Nicola is taking you all to....DisneyWorld!!!" 4 words left...probably just random profanities

Not sure if this has been mentioned on the thread elsewhere, but the new FFP rules that come into affect in 2013/14 season could mean yet more pain for the blue few. Obviously that is reliant on there still being a Portsmouth FC in 2013, but nonetheless if they are unable to get rid of the Chanrai/Gaydamak issue I can't see how they would ever turn a profit

This is the biggest game I can ever remember, bigger than 2003 because defeat although painful didn't affect the club in the way that 2005 v Man Utd did. This is what being a supporters of a club outside of the big 5/6 is all about. Dreams coming true! I have never experienced depression as I did in 2005, nothing has ever come close, definately the worst sporting moment of my life - a win on Saturday would be the best sporting moment of my life!

Hello all, if there is any lovely lovely person out there who has two spare adult tickets, I will be very happy to take them off your hands!!! Spent all saturday on the phone but problems with their systems meant I couldn't get through, then when I finally did - SOLD OUT! Even considered going Hospitality to be there. Hope someone is able to help! Thanks in advance

....and F*** OFF YOU SKATE B*ST*RDS!!! Could be a fantastic fantastic weekend. Win against Reading and WHAM lose, we are up. Skates fail to win, they are relegated!

Not to worried about Friday, Win and we are nearly up. Draw is a decent result for both us and Reading, defeat is not great but not the end of the world. Would be nice if Brighton get an equaliser though!

Looking at the upcoming fixtures, the Blackpool (A) game looks the biggest test. If we can get 10 points from next 4 games, we may be able to go up against Reading! (On TV, which would be nice!) Otherwise Peterborough away looks the most likely... I am almost at the point of declaring we will go up now, but know that there are still 8 games left and anything can happen

In pub in Gloucester watching rugby....when the third went in I was jumping around like a loon. Unfortunately Wales were being presented with the 6 Nations trophy at the time, so an English bloke jumping around was slightly odd.... Didn't care too much really!

Tbh I didn't care about them until they got promoted - once we are above them I will find it easy not to care again. F*ck 'em!

Forte hat-trick! Johnno Quick is awesome, get him back in the boat Nigel!!!

Adam Lallana, makes Messi look slightly worse than Pele!

27, Living in Gloucester 1st Home game: Chelsea (April 10th, 1993) - Saints won with a Nicky Banger penalty 1st Away game: Bolton (FA Cup 5th Round - 1992) We went 2 nil up and got pegged back, I was in Bolton end with my Dad (who was a huge Wanderers fan in his youth) He got some funny looks from the locals when his son was seen jumping around when Saints scored! Don't get to go as often as I would like, only went to SMS once in Premier League, the 3-2 defeat to Villa in the relegation season. Over past couple of years been to Swindon x 2, Bristol Rovers x 2, Walsall, Exeter and Cardiff all away. Always love the away games more.

I remember seeing somewhere (probably 10 pages back by now) that Birch has to report to court on Friday. Is this correct? I doubt that we will see the Toaster pop but what are the chances??

That is the definition of insanity, but I take your point. TCWTB is the definition of an idiot

Just brilliant! I love you Super Kelv!!!!!

Toasty toast with a round of toast! The realisation is starting to hit my pet skates! They have given up, which is quite understandable. They aren't prepared to go to watch them because they aren't the club they love. Already planning going to watch the phoenix club that will ultimately emerge. Mmmm toast!

Tbf Liddell is correct. Saints have no divine right to be in the PL. We had 27 years at the top and due to some appalling management decisions we ended up outside but still paying for it. Hopefully we will be back in the big time soon but it will require money, patience and an expansion of our revenue streams to stay there.

Do I want admin, meaning we play them in April and stuff the fish f*ckers or do I want them to see die???? Difficult!

Last post...It is going to happen! IT IS GOING TO HAPPEN! Lee to introduce himself and Connolly to grab a winner! COYS!!! COYY!!!