Greenridge

Most certainly was lol..........

I phoned that new help line yesterday. It was an awful line I could hardly hear a thing, just crackling.

And we think we're struggling for a squad. Their's has been decimated this summer, how many turned up for pre-season training, something like 16?, they're just about to lose Crouch, Distin is being touted as going to Villa and with Campbell likely to move elsewhere they really are down to the bare bones. Unless they get themselves sorted very quickly, both on and off the field, they could start the season as one of the favourites to go down. Oh what joy.

I'm sure you're dead right Wes, again I'll refer back to my original comment which related to a prior one from AP which seem to raise a question over Murty although it could be read / interpreted 100 different ways and was just my take on it. When some players get to the ends of their careers they don't have the hunger they may have had in an earlier period and some are ultimate professionals to the very end.....Let's hope Murty still 'wants it' as he could be very influential for us this year.

Perhaps you might read my post again in the context of the previous quote it was related to. I think Murty could potentially be a very good signing for us and if in doubt this was demonstrated on Saturday. He needs time to shed a few pounds but as long as he is 'professional' I have no doubt he'll do this and maybe that's what AP is waiting to see him achieve.

Found the link I was referring to... http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/sport/saints/news/4495663.Saints__new_owner_wants_big_turn_out_on_Saturday/ and the relevant comment... “It will be my first visit since late May when I first became convinced to make my investment in this great club. I can see that I read 'late May' as 'last May'.......my apols :smt100

In all fairness to RM that date came from me, I may be completely wrong (I pointed this out in the post I made the comment), I can't even recall where I read the article although it was a quote attributed to ML himself. I thought it was 2008 but you could well be right. I'll rack my brains to see if I can find the article in question. Still begs the question as to why he didn't beat Pinnacle to the period of exclusivity?

And not forgetting they managed to bluff their way past Fry and a team of experts at BT that they had proof of sufficient funding in place. Back to the original post then has it damaged us? Well, it's held us back in terms of time available to prepare for the coming season but we also seem to have been left with a decent owner with a long term interest who is putting a solid team of people together. I for one feel a lot more optimistic about the future than I have for two or three years.

Surprise surprise...Maradona Rubbishes Pompey link.... http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_5454496,00.html

Oh please god no, not another one. Perhaps you and derry can swap stories about the virues of 4-4-2 on another forum....I have a 5 metre swiming badge, does that count? Everyone wants instance success and you and I are no different. The last 4 years or so have been enough to test anyones patience but it's only fair we give AP a chance. I'm also a little worried that he doesn't have his support staff in place and nor do we have the team / squad as yet but let's see how things stand in 14 days time. I'm sure there will be a lot of activity in the coming few days.

I'm sure he does but what he wants and what he thinks is achievable might not necessarily be one of the same.

Murty is quite big... On a serious note the lack of patience shown by many fans is truly scary.

In other words why did he let himself go (weight!) over the summer...not very professional.

Would be interesting if JP Saeijs could be tempted to League 1, as you say we are desperately short on numbers and quality but seems AP is on the case.

You're like a scratched record. It might not be fair but it is fact. AP will be looking at Bosmans and loans...just like the totalling football team could have. I only want to look forwards now and this thread is about AP so for me to bring the dutch duo into the equation was wrong.

No, not at all. Just a shame JP and MW struggled to grasp that concept.

Seems to be suggesting the 'Academy' graduates where promoted before they were ready and indicated they will be taking out of the firing line and replaced with players with more experience.

LOL... Have to say I'm quietly confident all the parts of the jigsaw are coming together at last for SFC. AP and a solid support team, new players and a new owner who, on the face of it, seems to be a decent guy with a good approach. Hopefully a season of stability and progressive improvement once the -10 has been overcome.

Is it April 1st? http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11661_5449180,00.html

Sums up how I see it also. PS skintsaint suggest you send your vid to AP pdq

No, you're right he is 'crap in the air' and 'lacks pace', as for his finishing that's poor as well. My apologies. He is a very poor singer though I'll give you that

Some of the comments on this thread about Saga's ability are mind blowing... He might not be putting a shift in when needed and he might not want to play in League 1 but to say he is 'rubbish' etc is just ridiculous. He needs a decent manager who can motivate him, simples. Saying that, if he doesn't want to be here then let him go but get some decent money in for him and free up the wages for someone who does want to be here. Be careful what you wish for though as AP has made it clear this team is short on experience and quality...both of which Saga has.

It was always going to be a close call if you'd beat Nineteen to this question so you win a Crackerjack Pencil. ...interesting question though as to where they will draw the line between paying and non-paying guests

........stalker