Sergei Gotsmanov

Very interesting Saint John

Aintforever the earth has cooled and warmed over eternity; sea levels have dropped and risen as well, this is fact. What many of us want is rational debate not being called 'flat earthers' or deniers. Lets face it scientists generally change their minds every ten years anyway. There are many that are financially benefiting from the global warming panic. I am not an expert but I think it is more likely that a disease will get us first - look at swine flu; just think of something more potent. We have a population problem and if you live in the sticks and understand nature you will know that mother nature has a great habit of throwing up a disease to address over population.

No WG I was merely pointing out that in the eighties there was hysteria about the Ozone layer which has now died down. Badger nothing has been proved 'correct'. What many people are saying is that the debate is ongoing.

What happened to the ozone layer? we all stopped buying deodorant in the eighties and were told that we would all be wiped out in decades. In the seventies we were being told that we were on the verge of another ice age - man made of course! Scientists are fallible.

what was the crowd

It is unhealthy for the club to attempt to manipulate the local media. I am eternally grateful for Cortese's intervention in saving our club but this does not put him above critcism when he behaves inappropriately.

Am with Duncan on this. Whatever you think of the Echo, anybody who cuts off the press is out of order. In history, people who have tried to control the press tend to be fascists, communists or unsavoury dictators. Cortese has a good story to tell he should let it be told. He has done a lot of good to date so why bother.

I remember us beating Blackburn away in the late nineties in November and Roy getting the sack. Bet you don't remember who scored for us in the two goal win

Hamster I generally divide our Nation up by; Wealth creaters - pay for everyone. Without us we are screwed. Neccesary Public Sector workers;soldiers, teachers, police, firefighters, Docters, Nurses possibly even parking wardens Others; public sector workers who retire at 60 when we are told we are now going to retire at 70, include sick leave as part of their holiday, have statutory 6 weeks holiday and gold plated pensions. The Queen is a wealth creator so I support this institution. I despise politicians and bureaucracy because it is an indusry that creates red tape that means that us wealth creators have to work longer hours and spend less time with our families. Th EU is a master at this.

The Queen has no real power, she is symbolic. She is a very good ambassador for the country generating considerable income for the nation. She conducts herself with great dignity (I might not be prepared to die for her though) In contrast this unelected woman with limited experience wields considerable power. She joins a long list of Brits that have joined the EU gravy train and made fortunes. A special thank you to the Kinnocks for all their efforts in making a difference to our lives; they preach socialism while picking up an obscene amount of money. I cannot wait until the MEPs expenses are esposed.

I got 12/1 on them finishing bottom and 3s on them relegated. A day later they were odds on for relegation. The bookies were caught with their pants down.

TameSaint you got thise odds in early August

Very sad to hear this. A loyal Saints and Hampshire stalwart.

He kept the club going when we would have gone out of business. He sorted the Ted Bates statue out. His company sponsored just about everything apart from the shirts. He was guilty of not seeing through Wilde but he was not alone there. People should acknowledge his contribution.

In fairness we had a miracle escape with a fairy tale ending. In the middle of a a horrendous economic crisis we find a Swiss Billionaire. He seems sensible and not as egotistical as some. Administration was a good thing but it should really have been a terrible thing. How many current clubs would want to be in our situation. Yes we may be bottom of league one but we all know that with our resources we will be climbing back up the league.

the chap I sat next to at the Dell until the season before we moved was over 90 and went to his first game in 1921

Everyone was at it then. Remeber the West Ham pair (I think it was). It also went on in cricket - first wide etc

I backed Charlton to win the division after they thumped us last season. Bloody good point

Not going to be smug but we have invested heavily at 3/1 for relegation and 12 to 1 to finish bottom. Sadly They are now odds on for relegation and 7/2 to finish bottom. Somebody on this site tipped me off about these prices

In fairness PFC we got was it 7,000 againts Hearts, the second such home friendly in a week on the day that Hampshire played in a final at Lords. I think under the circumstances even you must concede that is impressive.

A lot of people whinged on this forum, the Saints Trust actively looked to rally support to find alternatives. 'All it takes for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing'. They tried to do something! Anyway tomorrow is about Hampshire and a good trip to London.

Mathew Harding (Chelsea) offered what would have smashed the the transfer fee; more than Andy Cole. Base your valuation on that. Oh and by the way he scored more goals and set up more chances than Cantona in a relegation threatened team.

When we were in crisis the Saints Trust played a valuable part in trying to cordinate supporters to do something about it. I think that should be commended. A lot of people just walked away.

Excellent news. I am sure he reads this forum

John Mortimore is a gentleman and a footballing legend. Go to Benfica and ask anyone. In this new era I hope we can acknowledge his service to the club.