Saint_clark Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10280~1790246,00.html Don't know too much about him, but good to see the rebuilding of the whole club being continued. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Anyone who wants to beat the crap out of Neil Warnock is OK by me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpine_saint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Can only be of benefit. Good to see Jaidhi and Papa were in training today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Ash Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 I think that's excellent, bit of a character! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilchards Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Wally out, he's crap, he can't coach for toffee blah blah... I'm only following the trend that's part of this forum. Wecome Wally to Southampton football club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 so...brilliant facilities....loads of money spent...premiership proven manager, TWO ex football league managers on the staff...last season top goal scorer, player from champions league side Fiorentina..easily the best keeper in the league, signed a rival captain... surely we have to win soon ffs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingeletiss Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Wey hey!!!!!..............another positive step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrey1saint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 A positive step,yes....the tide has turned.COYR! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 7 September, 2009 Author Share Posted 7 September, 2009 The article has been taken straight off the OS main page WTF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 The article has been taken straight off the OS main page WTF? umm no it has not.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 7 September, 2009 Author Share Posted 7 September, 2009 umm no it has not.. Nevermind, it definitely disappeared for a few minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mase Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 so...brilliant facilities....loads of money spent...premiership proven manager, TWO ex football league managers on the staff...last season top goal scorer, player from champions league side Fiorentina..easily the best keeper in the league, signed a rival captain... surely we have to win soon ffs Indeed it all sounds good! Fingers crossed for a win at Charlton. Proving we can beat the leaders would hopefully set a winning trend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 The article has been taken straight off the OS main page WTF? What article? The only link I can see is the one from the OS ? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 7 September, 2009 Author Share Posted 7 September, 2009 What article? The only link I can see is the one from the OS ? :confused: I meant the piece ON the official site had been removed from the news index, but it's been moved back again now. Probably just someone clicking the wrong button at SMS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
once_bitterne Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Was Brentford manager when he featured in the C4 programme Faking It. Was quite amusing. I think Wally can definately be thought of as 'old school'. This was rumoured at the time AP took over. Surprised it took so long. Maybe PArds feels that he needs some help improving morale and banishing the losing ethos that the club seems to have.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 I meant the piece ON the official site had been removed from the news index, but it's been moved back again now. Probably just someone clicking the wrong button at SMS. I see - yes it did hang when I went to it. I just canned it and tried again and it was OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Good to see we are toughening up, anyone with War Department on their training kit must be a bonus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 (edited) Let me tell you - this is an awesome appointment. ''Wally'' was one of the pivotal figures in readings record breaking season. the reading lads loved him, he was part of the amazing team spirit they had together - he was part of their celebrations when they scored quite a lot of the time. Think of him as a character similar to Glynn Snodin, who i also thought was a huge loss for us. (i can assure you that he has had a big impact in leeds current form...) He's an extremely infectious character and specialises in the defensive side of the game - another reason why reading have been so tight in defense (even when they were in the premiership). This is a huge signing for us IMO - another top appointment by Pards. Edited 7 September, 2009 by S-Clarke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Good to see we are toughening up, anyone with War Department on their training kit must be a bonus No fighting in the war room! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintDonkey Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Did he write his own wiki entry? Downes then once again rejoined Coppell, this time at Reading F.C., initially on a casual basis, but quickly proved himself invaluable, and took on the job of coaching Reading's defence. As a result, Downes was a major reason for Reading's impressive defensive display in the 2005-06 Championship season, where Reading had the best defensive statistics in the entire English football pyramid, and were promoted to the Premier League with a record 106 points. Sounds a very astute hiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 7 September, 2009 Author Share Posted 7 September, 2009 No fighting in the war room! *ahem* 20 for motivation, determination and man management me thinks MLG.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Walley Downes will know Graeme Murty well. Its a shame Murty is currently injured, but it must be good for Saints to have them both here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_boysie Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 does anyone know if training is open to the public tomorrow, I knew it used to be on a tuesday if I remember rightly.. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Anyone who wants to beat the crap out of Neil Warnock is OK by me. Lol, indeed and here it is: I like him already ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Let me tell you - this is an awesome appointment. ''Wally'' was one of the pivotal figures in readings record breaking season. the reading lads loved him, he was part of the amazing team spirit they had together - he was part of their celebrations when they scored quite a lot of the time. Think of him as a character similar to Glynn Snodin, who i also thought was a huge loss for us. (i can assure you that he has had a big impact in leeds current form...) He's an extremely infectious character and specialises in the defensive side of the game - another reason why reading have been so tight in defense (even when they were in the premiership). This is a huge signing for us IMO - another top appointment by Pards. Good stuff, thanks for the info ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 *ahem* 20 for motivation, determination and man management me thinks MLG.... I won't touch any new staffs attributes until the Football Manager 2010 January update. Hence Harding, Murty, Hammond, Lambert, Papa Waigo, Jaidi, Mellis, Wilkins, Pardew, Downes, Murdoch and Trotman will have all have been done solely by their former clubs researcher. I'd need to see them in action over a few months in order to make an informed decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrey1saint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 This is a very positive appointment....good stuff indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kraken Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Anyone who wants to beat the crap out of Neil Warnock is OK by me. I came here to post exactly that, and it was the first reply! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Walley Downes will know Graeme Murty well. Its a shame Murty is currently injured, but it must be good for Saints to have them both here. Yes, any news on Murty ? McLaggon has resumed light training which is good news but no update on the OS regarding Murty-why am I not surprised though ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 (edited) Let me tell you - this is an awesome appointment. ''Wally'' was one of the pivotal figures in readings record breaking season. the reading lads loved him, he was part of the amazing team spirit they had together - he was part of their celebrations when they scored quite a lot of the time. Think of him as a character similar to Glynn Snodin, who i also thought was a huge loss for us. (i can assure you that he has had a big impact in leeds current form...) He's an extremely infectious character and specialises in the defensive side of the game - another reason why reading have been so tight in defense (even when they were in the premiership). This is a huge signing for us IMO - another top appointment by Pards. Too true - need somebody who is a bit more vocal, channel that us vs. them camaraderie to productive ends. alot of our players seem a tad too withdrawn. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-509622/Why-hump-Wally-Downes.html Edited 7 September, 2009 by shurlock spellink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissyboy31 Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Just needs Coppell to come in as Sporting Director and we'll have an awesome management and coaching structure, probably our best ever? And the best outside the top half of the Premier League. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 I came here to post exactly that, and it was the first reply! Well clearly you're not the speedy player we're looking for to add to Papa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red&white56 Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Even if the reults aren't quite how we would like them to be, AP has certainly delivered in terms of rebuilding the squad and support staff. More power to him and I really am looking forward to watching Papa Doc play for saints - has anybody found any footage of him on utube? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Steve Coppell joining in the near future is looking more and more likely now I reckon he'll be here as sporting director/director of football before next season. A very good thing as long as Pardew is happy with it and their roles don't overlap in any way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 (edited) Ray Winstone = poor mans Wally Downes Edited 7 September, 2009 by shurlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrey1saint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Even if the reults aren't quite how we would like them to be, AP has certainly delivered in terms of rebuilding the squad and support staff. More power to him and I really am looking forward to watching Papa Doc play for saints - has anybody found any footage of him on utube? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q60eH7rauWU&feature=related Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint lard Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Good appointment. However, i will be more content when i am reading about our first league win of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q60eH7rauWU&feature=related another one there too didn't know he'd scored against Juve twice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 has anybody found any footage of him on utube? It is not hard to type in "Papa Waigo" into the Youtube search bar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 It is not hard to type in "Papa Waigo" into the Youtube search bar! Sarcastic git Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon monkey Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 With Downes there, It will make watching the dugout more fun than watching on the pitch. I wonder if Henderson is going to leave then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 With Downes there, It will make watching the dugout more fun than watching on the pitch. I wonder if Henderson is going to leave then? I think Henderson will now focus on the acadamy and reserves full time. It seems as if Downes / Wilkins / Murdoch have come in as just first team coaches...leaving the likes of henderson to retreat back to the academy. Hopefully we can recruit some more people in that area too - we've never replaced Prost and i don't think we've really got a proper youth development manager. I know Matt Crocker is part of that...but im not sure if he's full time anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solentstars Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Wally out, he's crap, he can't coach for toffee blah blah... I'm only following the trend that's part of this forum. Wecome Wally to Southampton football club.careful the numpties will not like that postive talk:D good appointment and another step on the road to recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjphilsaint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 a good appointment IMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dark Sotonic Mills Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 With over 200 appearances for Wimbledon under his belt, Downes left the Crazy Gang to move into coaching in the late 1980's Shurely shome mistake? They mean 200 pies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNSUN Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Shurely shome mistake? They mean 200 pies. If he gets fit enough, we could stick him on the playing staff, and give him squad number 40. Maybe some WD40 would sort Svensson's knees out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ron fan Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 We were at school together in West London, in the same year. He was in the first team (naturally), I was in the 4th! Funny to see the photo of him above...it looks like he's as fat as me these days! He's definitely a character! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fen Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Anyone who wants to beat the crap out of Neil Warnock is OK by me. Heard an interview with him a while ago and instantly liked the bloke after he said he disliked Neil Warnock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's There Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 Is it me, or do I sense everything moving in the right direction...and with the defence tightening up the first victory can't be too far away. Maybe Charlton is too early(1:1), but the following week.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 7 September, 2009 Share Posted 7 September, 2009 We now have one coach for every point we have 'won' - whoop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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