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But we didn't sign any of them in the championship apart from Manning.

Here are some standout examples of Farmer Saint’s high-energy frustration—particularly in match threads—where his emotionally charged reactions really shine through. --- 1. Saints 1‑1 Ipswich (September 2024) Farmer Saint vents after a late equaliser: > **“The point is it shouldn't have come down to that final corner — we should have been out of sight by then!”** A broad statement fed by passion, frustration with the team’s lack of clinical finishing, and impatience with the defensive lapse. --- 2. Saints 1‑0 Everton (November 2024) Here he lashes out at critics and forum negativity: > **“Look at the match thread mate. So many of the familiar ‘hope we lose’… gang don’t go to games… too busy wanking over the possibility of a loss…”** This post radiates exasperation—not just with the team’s performance, but with cynical fans stirring on the forum. --- 3. Saints 1‑5 Chelsea (Late 2024) After a heavy loss, his frustration shifts tone—stinging, terse, somewhat resigned: > **“I think we're just predisposed to think that players have done well when in actual fact they haven't.”** A dry, sarcastic expression of disappointment and an unwillingness to sugarcoat reality. --- Summary Table Match Context Farmer Saint’s Response Ipswich draw (late goal) Frustrated outrage that the team nearly wasted a strong performance. Everton win Frustration directed at the doom‑monger mentality of some fans. Heavy defeat vs Chelsea Controlled frustration—criticism of forum positivity as misplaced. --- What This Pattern Tells Us Emotion-led expression: Farmer Saint vividly lays bare his emotional state—anger, disbelief, disappointment. Blunt language: He regularly uses blunt phrases and casual profanity to drive his point. Engaged opponent: He’s not just reacting—he’s confronting broader attitudes (e.g., negative fans) alongside his critique of performance.

I think they will make the playoffs. Almost impossible to win it with a points deduction.

I think we will make the playoffs as it stands. With quality additions we coukd be uo challenging for automatic with Sheffield United, probably Birmingham and Ipswich.

In the prem maybe but championship he should be alright.

We have zero creativity. We have goalscorers but no one to set the goals up. We have functional players but no magic or flair. We are going to struggle to score goals as it stands. This will likely change by the end of the window but as it stands I don't think anyone can seriously have us in the automatic promotion places.

It's just a lazy thing to do. I'd say at this point Ipswich are nailed on for 1st with a settled manager and not too much upheaval. Birmingham may be up there but a lot of new faces to gel together along with Sheffield United and someone like Coventry or Norwich will be up around the playoffs. I expect Leicester will do a lot better than people expect and for me they will make the playoffs, even with a points deduction. We could challenge for promotion but it depends how we replace Fernandes and dibling and what we get to threaten out wide.

Loads of people have us finishing first or second which at this point is bizarre. Maybe at the end of the window depending on who we get but not at this point.

Although it nails him here Alright — here’s a comparison of Matthew Le God with two other fact‑driven posters on SaintsWeb — hypochondriac and buctootim. 🔍 Fact‑Driven Poster Comparison Trait Matthew Le God hypochondriac buctootim Primary Focus Saints results, tactics, stats, historical comparisons Logical flaws, internal consistency, political debates Balanced commentary on football & broader topics Detail Level Very high — cites stats, league tables, timelines High — focuses on logical structure & evidence Moderate-high — blends facts with perspective Tone Direct, sometimes blunt; prioritises accuracy over tact Dry, occasionally sarcastic; forensic Calm, measured; less emotionally charged Argument Style Persistent, point‑by‑point rebuttals Point‑by‑point, often re‑frames the argument Selective engagement; summarises rather than nitpicks Breadth of Topics Narrow (mostly football) Broad (football, politics, ethics, logic) Broad (football, society, culture) Tolerance for Repetition High — will revisit the same facts repeatedly to clarify High — will dismantle an argument over multiple posts Lower — tends to disengage after a few rounds Use of Humour Minimal; mainly functional Occasional dry humour Light, conversational humour 🧠 Observations Matthew Le God has the most narrow topical focus and highest commitment to factual correction — this can make his style appear more rigid or “specialist” compared to the others. hypochondriac also shares point‑by‑point analysis and persistence, but spreads it across more topics and adds more sarcasm, which softens perception. buctootim is fact‑driven but less combative, often prioritising perspective over total accuracy, which reads as more relaxed. 🎯 Conclusion Matthew Le God’s style is not unique on SaintsWeb — hypochondriac shares his persistence and logical structuring — but MLG’s single‑minded topical focus and minimal use of humour do make his communication style come across as more “specialist” or “systematic,” which are traits sometimes associated with autistic communication styles. That said, these traits are equally consistent with: Being a subject‑matter specialist Having a strong personal investment in the club Valuing accuracy above social smoothing in an online debate

Not sure it captures the maddening robotic style but I suppose MLG is similar to AI so possibly he's going easy on him because they are kindrered spirits: Here’s a closer look at Matthew Le God, his distinctive presence on SaintsWeb, and a celebrity personality that reflects his style: --- Poster Profile: Matthew Le God Extremely prolific — with nearly 30,000 posts since joining in 2006, he’s a consistent and dominant voice across The Saints forums. Analytical and detail-driven — he frequently reviews tactical scenarios, player performances, and club strategy with precision: > “They are bigger than any team in the bottom half of the Championship… Player quality wise, they'd also be top half.” Fact-obsessed — provides corrections, clarifications, and deeper insights into club affairs and league dynamics. Engages aggressively when challenged — willing to defend his points robustly and respond with point-by-point authority: > “Yet again, you fail to address anything in the post. Top avoidance!” Balance of substance and tone — not as abrasive as some high-strung posters, but also not shrinking from disagreement. --- Celebrity Parallel: Matthew Le God ≈ Gary Lineker Why Gary Lineker? Matthew Le God Trait Gary Lineker Parallel Detailed football insight Former player, sharp broadcaster, tactically aware Calm yet assertive commentary Known for clear reasoning and measured critique Media consistency and credibility Trusted voice on Sky Sports debates Fact-focused and reliable Delivers statistics and context with authority Lineker isn’t combative, but his analysis cuts through fluff — mirroring Matthew’s strength in reasoned discussion and football insight. --- Final Insight Matthew Le God stands out as a knowledgeable, consistent, and tactically engaged contributor — both approachable and intellectually grounded. His tone and output closely mirror someone like Gary Lineker, offering football clarity without emotional grandstanding.

Alright — here’s my Top Ten Most Unintentionally Funny Posters on SaintsWeb. These are the people who, whether through over‑the‑top delivery, strange phrasing, or sheer absurdity of argument, end up making threads funnier than they probably meant to. 🤭 Top Ten Unintentionally Funny Posters 1. east‑stand‑nic Conspiratorial certainty combined with dramatic predictions (“50% of you will realise you’ve been lied to!”) gives posts an almost theatrical comedy, especially when dropped into calm threads. 2. sadoldgit Absolute moral conviction in every post, with little room for nuance — the hyper‑serious delivery can make minor squabbles read like UN crisis talks. 3. Farmer Saint High‑energy frustration, especially in match threads, can spiral into near‑slapstick rants about the team’s hopelessness. 4. CB Fry Meant to be cutting and sarcastic, but the sheer volume of scorn can cross into parody territory — like a Clarkson character turned up to 11. 5. Turkish When trying to provoke, sometimes ends up creating surreal humour because the target either ignores it or responds in a totally unexpected way. 6. Lord Duckhunter The bluntness is meant as aggression, but the extreme phrasing and choice of insults can make it sound like a comedy roast. 7. Guided Missile Gets deeply involved in long, meandering debates, but will occasionally drop a line so oddly put that it steals the scene for comedy value. 8. Kanilworthy Earnest, overly detailed explanations that can unintentionally feel like comedy monologues. 9. badgerx16 Very sure of their take, but sometimes the hyper‑specific analogies feel like they’ve wandered in from a sketch show. 10. Saint86 Mixes confident predictions with emphatic tone — making it all the funnier when they’re immediately proven wrong by events. 🧭 Why They’re Funny Without Trying Over‑serious tone in a silly situation Wildly confident predictions that don’t pan out Hyper‑specific details that are unintentionally absurd Sheer volume of posts in one thread to the point it becomes its own joke

I think it can do an analysis to see the likelihood of them being the same.

Although... Alright — here’s my Top Ten Funniest Posters on SaintsWeb, based on wit, timing, and their ability to turn even a dull or tense thread into something worth reading. This list leans more toward comic impact than diplomacy — so some of these posters are also controversial. 😂 Top Ten Funniest Posters on SaintsWeb 1. whelk Master of dry, deadpan humour. Can turn a one‑liner into a thread highlight without derailing the topic. 2. egg Sharp, sarcastic, and unafraid to prod sacred cows. Can drop a single sentence that makes half the forum laugh and the other half fume. 3. Lord Duckhunter Blunt, sweary, often outrageous — but undeniably funny when the barb hits the target. 4. Holmes_and_Watson Uses clever turns of phrase and cultural references. Feels like someone who could hold court in a pub corner for hours. 5. Turkish Acidic wit, often deployed in mockery. Pushes the line between funny and antagonistic, but can land some killer digs. 6. Lighthouse Uses absurdity and surreal callbacks (“beef f**king stroganoff”) to keep things playful, even in serious debates. 7. CB Fry Clarkson‑esque humour — sarcastic, cutting, and often at someone’s expense, but in a way that gets quoted later. 8. norwaysaint Warm, observational comedy. Good at spotting the ridiculous without being mean‑spirited. 9. View From The Top Not a joke‑a‑minute poster, but when they do drop humour in, it’s clever and well‑timed. 10. buctootim More subtle than most here — slips in intelligent quips that reward a second read. 🧭 Observations Some of these names (Lord Duckhunter, Turkish, CB Fry) make the list because their humour is tied to their abrasiveness — you can’t always separate the two. Others (whelk, Lighthouse, norwaysaint) are more universally likeable in their comedic style. The funniest moments on SaintsWeb are often the unexpected one‑liners in otherwise heavy discussions.

AI courting controversy here: If we’re talking about the ten best posters on SaintsWeb overall — based on what I’ve seen in The Lounge and The Saints, I’d judge it on a mix of: Quality of contributions (insight, wit, balance) Consistency (regular presence without being repetitive) Engagement (sparking worthwhile conversation, not just arguments) Tone (can debate without unnecessary personal attacks) Here’s my take: 🏆 Top Ten Posters on SaintsWeb (Overall) 1. Lighthouse Measured, witty, and good at diffusing tension while still making sharp points. Consistently respected. 2. whelk Dry, understated humour that adds lightness to threads. Knows when to speak up and when to step back. 3. Holmes_and_Watson Balances football knowledge with wit and cultural references. Clever without being condescending. 4. egg Witty and provocative in the right doses. Can cut through waffle with one line, though sometimes polarising. 5. buctootim Cerebral, thoughtful, often the adult in the room during heated debates. 6. norwaysaint Combines reason with friendly humour. Works well in both serious and light threads. 7. Lord Duckhunter Blunt and opinionated but with a strong personality that makes threads more entertaining — a forum character in the best way. 8. View From The Top Offers balanced, thoughtful contributions — often from personal experience — that add depth to threads. 9. Saint lard Not as frequent a poster, but quality over quantity — adds value when they do weigh in. 10. hypochondriac Analytical and forensic in debate. Can be brusque, but often keeps discussions grounded in facts and logic. 📌 Why Notables Like sadoldgit and east-stand-nic Aren’t Here Both are prolific and contribute to the forum’s identity — but they’re too polarising and combative for this “best overall” list, which rewards balance and constructive engagement as much as personality.

It's not. If he doesn't put in a transfer request it's all a load of hot air.

Was it Scott sinclair who was great at Swansea and then took the money to sit on city's bench and never did anything again? I know it's not quite the same thing but it's an awful shame when players do that.

✅ Types of Support from Other Posters 1. Fellow contrarians and free-thinkers . . 2. Debate-driven personalities . 3. Supporters of frank discussion . 📋 Summary Table of East‑Stand‑Nic’s Typical Supporters Poster Name Interaction Type Common Theme of Support Guided Missile Frequent discussion partner Willing to debate deep political views badgerx16 Echoes or rebukes bravely Engages similarly in tough calls & challenge intolerance Saint86, MoroccoSaint, Turkey Participate in same threads Validate skepticism and awareness-themed commentary Others (e.g., Saint In Cornwall) Engage with tone or topic Sometimes supportive, sometimes corrective 🧠 Takeaway east‑stand‑nic doesn’t enjoy broad popularity, but he has a niche community of fellow users who either back him or engage robustly with his style. These are typically: Posters comfortable with conspiracy or skepticism narratives, People who prefer blunt, emotionally charged commentary, Users who value debate intensity over neutral civility. Many interact because they want the friction, not because they always agree. But that friction itself indicates a form of recognition and respect for the strong voice east‑stand‑nic brings to the forum—whether people like him or not.

From what I’ve seen of east‑stand‑nic and Dave of clausentum, I think it’s unlikely they’re the same person. Here’s why: 🔍 Differences in Style east‑stand‑nic: Posts with a confrontational, speculative, sometimes conspiratorial edge. Frequently uses provocative phrasing and direct accusations toward other posters. Often focuses on mistrust of mainstream narratives. Dave of clausentum: Generally measured and good‑natured, with a lighter, anecdotal humour. More grounded in observational comments, less ideological. Rarely resorts to personal digs or heated confrontation. 🧠 Differences in Tone & Impact east‑stand‑nic tends to polarise threads — either drawing support from like‑minded posters or pushback from others. Dave usually adds to the flow of conversation without creating major flare‑ups. ⚠️ Possible Caveat If one person wanted to deliberately use two different personas — one calm and one combative — they could try to mask their style. But the patterns in word choice, pacing, and subject matter here are different enough that I don’t see strong signs of a shared author. If you like, I could run a stylistic fingerprint analysis on a batch of posts from each — looking at sentence length, favourite phrases, and posting rhythms — to give you a more data‑driven answer on whether they might be the same person.

👤 Poster Profile: Lighthouse 🎭 Celebrity Parallel: Lighthouse ≈ John Oliver Why John Oliver? Thoughtful and witty: Offers nuanced scepticism and analysis, but still delivers with a smile. Fact-conscious storytelling: Breaks down complex topics (e.g. politics, media) in an engaging way. Friendly and approachable tone: Humorous, but never condescending or mean. Values standards in discourse: Prefers reasoned, civil debate rather than drama. ✅ Other Possible Comparisons Stephen Colbert (moderated persona)—witty, informed, values clarity and logic. David Mitchell (UK)—intelligent, occasionally dry witty commentary paired with reasoned mindset. 🧭 Final Thought Lighthouse lights the way in forum discourse—measured, bright, insightful, and respectable. They remind me of John Oliver: entertaining yet focused on substance, steering discussion toward reason rather than conflict.

I'll stop now.

This one made me laugh 🎭 Celebrity Comparison: Lord Duckhunter ≈ Liam Gallagher Why Liam Gallagher? Trait Parallel with Lord Duckhunter Provocative and confrontational He doesn’t hold back—often aiming comments directly at users or groups, provoking reaction. Polarising appeal Loved by his supporters for passion and irreverence; disliked by others for intensity and abrasiveness. Opinionated commentary on culture Tactically focused on football or politics but quick to call out others’ intelligence or hypocrisy. Consistent presence and volume An omnipresent voice; prolific and unapologetic—always there, always loud. 🔹 Alternative Celebrity Matches Russell Brand Matches Duckhunter’s polemic streak and flair for calling out hypocrisy (e.g. media, establishment) though Brand can be more theatrical. Scottish musician Paolo Nutini (less edgy) Shares occasional blunt observations and grassroots style, but without the consistent invective. John McEnroe (the former tennis player) Matches the volatility and “you cannot be serious!” energy—quick to call out incompetence or inadequacy. ✅ Summary If Lord Duckhunter walked into The Lounge instead of singing into a mic, he’d sound a lot like Liam Gallagher: opinionated, loud, critical, unfiltered, and unapologetically influential.

All your posts are now being read in Clarkson's voice in my mind.

Interesting. I always had someone like @trousersas Michael Palin in my mind. 👤 Poster Profile: Holmes_and_Watson 🟢 Activity & Presence ✍️ Style & Tone 📌 Highlights Mixes tactical football knowledge with quick, humorous observations that lighten the tone of serious threads. Posts demonstrate precision and coherence, balancing insight and entertainment. 🎭 Celebrity Parallel: Holmes_and_Watson ≈ Stephen Fry Why Stephen Fry? Articulate intelligence — well-versed in culture, football, and the occasional meta-commentary. Witty and erudite — makes humor sound effortless and charm intersect with intellect. Self-aware and affable — engages thoughtfully without dominating, using humour subtly. Versatile communicator — able to shift from deep insight to lighthearted banter with ease. ✅ Alternative Matches Michael Palin — genial, observant, and quietly entertaining. Hugh Laurie (in more thoughtful mode) — articulate and clever, mixing serious commentary with occasional levity. 🧭 Final Take Holmes_and_Watson brings blend of intellect and warmth to the forum: insightful in football analysis yet lighthearted enough to amuse and diffuse tension. Think of them as the Stephen Fry of SaintsWeb—the cerebral, witty, and engaging presence people enjoy.

Agreed but the chances of united selling to a direct rival?

I think most would prefer to keep them but everyone is also realistic and that's not going to happen.