saint_bert Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I have serious reservations about what might happen at the game if we lose. I can see a repeat of scenes we saw a few weeks ago. The only thing I can see keeping the peace is for Lowe/Wilde/Woote etc taking their leave in the week. Cant see that situation happening though if im honest. All I can say is lets us, as a fanbase try and keep the spirit of Southampton(I know its been kicked the sh*t out of) by not turning on each other. Those tossers may not care what happens to OUR club, and I dont included 90 percent of the squad in that, but we all do. Southampton till I die!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 what is the spirit of southampton...seriously, what does that mean..what example of this are there that are unique to this club and not replicated at every other ground after a good spell/win..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Considering we could be bottom if Charlton beat Barnsley, which will probably not make for the best atmosphere should we lose!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Considering we could be bottom if Charlton beat Barnsley, which will probably not make for the best atmosphere should we lose!!!!! indeed this sounds bad but I would not want to be in Lowe's shoes now....if he even dares to go to the game I fear for his safety Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 If we lose against Preston i reckon it'll kick off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_bert Posted 15 February, 2009 Author Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Ok so when we lose on saturday, which will probably will, then lets make things worse than they all ready are by arguing and fighting amongst ourselves then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St. Jason Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 indeed this sounds bad but I would not want to be in Lowe's shoes now....if he even dares to go to the game I fear for his safety I don't fear for his safety, infact i hope someone does to him what he's done to our great club! SAINTS FOREVER!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALWAYS_SFC Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 (edited) There should be protests before,during the game,at half time and after the game, all this "not during the game crap" has made no difference to the results so why would it now... We need Lowe out Wilde out Askham out The rest of the Lowe/Wilde cronies out Wotte Out Gorre out A new manager brought in with some knowledge of this league and what it takes to survive..... We are running out of time... Edited 15 February, 2009 by ALWAYS_SFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milkybarkid Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 There should be protests before,during the game,at half time and after the game,all this not during the game crap has made no difference to the results so why would it now... We need Lowe out Wilde out Askham out The rest of the Lowe/Wilde cronies out Wotte Out Gorre out A new manager brought in with some knowledge of this league and what it takes to survive..... We are running out of time... Fine sentiments and you're absolutely right. Just worries me that, should Lowe and the others feel they have no choice but to go, who would be interested in stabilising a club in administration and heading towards financial meltdown along with lost TV revenue, ST losses and lower crowds that is League One? I'm no pro-Lowe and Wilde-ist but makes more sense to hope we can ride out the growing storm and somehow attract investment from someone who gives a **** about making our club strong. All protests will do is make everyone feel slightly better until the next defeat. That's all the last one achieved, good though it felt at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Paul Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I think this game could be the tipping point, if we go behind early I think it'll kick off. I'm surprised it's taken this long, there aren't many sets of supporters that would be so tolerant with people running the Club so badly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I think this game could be the tipping point, if we go behind early I think it'll kick off. I'm surprised it's taken this long, there aren't many sets of supporters that would be so tolerant with people running the Club so badly. by sentiments exactly. wait forthe no money brigade fact is it is not about no money it is about MISSPENDING what little he have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_bert Posted 15 February, 2009 Author Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I think this game could be the tipping point, if we go behind early I think it'll kick off. I'm surprised it's taken this long, there aren't many sets of supporters that would be so tolerant with people running the Club so badly. I agree whole-heartedly but I just dont see what can be achieved "kicking off" amongst each other?? If anyone can tell me what will be achieved with fans fighting fans feel free to put me in my place. Unless im reading or misunderstanding the situation then the general concencuss is that people want Lowe/Wilde etc removed from the club. This is what we should all be focusing on IMO.I dont fall into the camp of "it puts the team off" to sing/protest during a game. This HAS to happen but not what we saw the other week when people were fighting with each other? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordswoodsaints Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 the tipping point for me was the docaster game,we are very unlikely to stay up so we might as well protest before,during and after every game. the board are not responding to the protests so it is time to step it up.the players are not playing any better from us not protesting during the games so its time to put the squeeze on everybody employed by the club,if this involves abusing the players then so be it,it doesnt matter to them as most of them will be off at the end of the season anyway.....they will negotiate a nice contract elsewhere and we will be left to pick up the pieces of our broken club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milkybarkid Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 the tipping point for me was the docaster game,we are very unlikely to stay up so we might as well protest before,during and after every game. the board are not responding to the protests so it is time to step it up.the players are not playing any better from us not protesting during the games so its time to put the squeeze on everybody employed by the club,if this involves abusing the players then so be it,it doesnt matter to them as most of them will be off at the end of the season anyway.....they will negotiate a nice contract elsewhere and we will be left to pick up the pieces of our broken club. Doncaster was the tipping point for most of us. Just feel that there's still a lot to play for and the players are improving. Could protests be used by the board as a stick to beat us all with if we do go down? I'm all for protesting if it CAN change things, but fear with this lot in charge, it's an empty gesture and could be one we all regret later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALWAYS_SFC Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 What form of protest is happening on saturday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 What form of protest is happening on saturday? I believe there are still 2 marches planned (to and from the ground). But have also heard rumours of pitch invasion being organised (if that is the right word fro it). I personally will not be attending and have decided to boycott (ST holder) until we have new people at the helm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Block 5 Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 what is the spirit of southampton...seriously, what does that mean..what example of this are there that are unique to this club and not replicated at every other ground after a good spell/win..? Why are you asking? You call yourself thedelldays and then ask dumb questions like this; surely you are trying to provoke? This is a thread that is attempting to stop us all fighting amongst ourselves... And what is the first reply? Is it an affirmation of the original poster's sentiments? No. It's you trying to pour cold water on an essentially good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Why are you asking? You call yourself thedelldays and then ask dumb questions like this; surely you are trying to provoke? This is a thread that is attempting to stop us all fighting amongst ourselves... And what is the first reply? Is it an affirmation of the original poster's sentiments? No. It's you trying to pour cold water on an essentially good idea. well, what is it then..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Block 5 Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 well, what is it then..? The Dell days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 well, what is it then..? I believe the Spirit of Southampton is unique to Saints, just as I imagine the Spirit of Exeter is just as unique to The Grecians etc etc etc. I believe it is a spirit of unity, belief, cammaraderie, feelgood, togetherness, hope, enjoyment, optimism etc etc etc, something that has been missing from this Club for quite a while. Of course it's not unique to us, but at the same time it cannot be doubted that we have lost it big time at Saints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I believe the Spirit of Southampton is unique to Saints, just as I imagine the Spirit of Exeter is just as unique to The Grecians etc etc etc. I believe it is a spirit of unity, belief, cammaraderie, feelgood, togetherness, hope, enjoyment, optimism etc etc etc, something that has been missing from this Club for quite a while. Of course it's not unique to us, but at the same time it cannot be doubted that we have lost it big time at Saints. Trouble is we forgot to put it into the van when we moved from the Dell to our Estate pub replica, shiny-new, 32000 all seater stadium.Our problem is St Mary's Stadium( and Lowe and all that of course) It is devoid of atmosphere when it is less than 70 full. How many games have we won there in the 7/8 years that we've been there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Strover Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 If we lose? We are at home FFS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 If we lose? We are at home FFS! has not made much difference for every other home game, still Wotte will be in the Echo Friday night saying the boys are up for it, shame they are just not up to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Strover Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I meant we are bound to lose because we are at home. I didn't even watch Sky or listen out for the results yesterday - I have completely given up. I don't even know why I come back here but like the 'dog returning to it's vomit' I do.....I fear in time this will fade and football will hold no interest for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 has not made much difference for every other home game' date=' still Wotte will be in the Echo Friday night saying the boys are up for it, shame they are just not up to it[/quote'] Maybe we'll sign someone who can actually put the ball in the net from 6 yards this week eh. It's all we need, well in theory anyway. Marians is knocking them in again for Skonta, they must be finished for the season soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Maybe we'll sign someone who can actually put the ball in the net from 6 yards this week eh. It's all we need, well in theory anyway. Marians is knocking them in again for Skonta, they must be finished for the season soon. we desparately need a dean windass type , rough um up and let Saga slot them home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 we desparately need a dean windass type ' date=' rough um up and let Saga slot them home[/quote'] is this steve howard type the very thing we used to slate derby and their style for...heavily..??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 is this steve howard type the very thing we used to slate derby and their style for...heavily..??? yes and as fans we were to high and mightly but we have learnt what it takes to get out and STAY in this division , shame rupert and co have not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyer Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 we desparately need a dean windass type ' date=' rough um up and let Saga slot them home[/quote'] Look out for Jon Parkin up front for Preston, the human wardrobe. The fattest footballer since Jan Molby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr X Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Personally I feel fans are well within their rights to "kick off" on saturday one win at home all season is unaceptable and the poorest record in the league. However our anger should be directed at the board and only at the board, not the players and certainly not at each other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilsburydoughboy Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 indeed this sounds bad but I would not want to be in Lowe's shoes now....if he even dares to go to the game I fear for his safety He will be there, he probaly shoulders no blame in his mind for this whole fiasco. God i hope he is there, there is nothing like a figure of hate and ridicule when it all turns bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysaint Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Maybe we can borrow the police presence from Bristol yesterday, dogs, horses, riot police a bit OTT in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonRichards Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 What form of protest is happening on saturday? The march to the ground is happening. The plan is to meet at the Bargate for 1.00pm for a 1.30pm-1:35pm march and the protest before/after as mood dictates. I think the 'When the saints go marching out' protest has been cancelled according to Stu's facebook message Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuRomseySaint Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 The march to the ground is happening. The plan is to meet at the Bargate for 1.00pm for a 1.30pm-1:35pm march and the protest before/after as mood dictates. I think the 'When the saints go marching out' protest has been cancelled according to Stu's facebook message I am not organising any planned boycotts. Nobody came forward to help and there were too many mongs and superfans knocking it... knowing how fickle our fanbase is, I could see people booing the people leaving, which would make the protest null and void. An example of our fickle fans is the standing ovation that about 50% of the fans gave Saints players on Saturday after the game. Stop protecting them, ffs, they are not completely blameless and many are under-performing. Now it is time for everyone to unite, stick together. I don't think a march to the ground will do any good, but I will support it and applaud anyone who attends. Let people protest inside the ground ALL GAME, don't shout down the Lowe Out chants, if you don't want to join in then don't, but please don't try and shout them down. This is about the board, not the players.... let's make it as uncomfortable for them as possible on Saturday ( all legally of course ) before, during and after the game. Let's crank up the pressure, we are down, we might as well go down fighting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfc123 Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 what is the spirit of southampton...seriously, what does that mean..what example of this are there that are unique to this club and not replicated at every other ground after a good spell/win..? Hmmm, an interesting point. This 'spirit' is generic, and common to all cities with football clubs, even mine: 8622 utterly miserable souls are watching a wretched Pompey attempt to beat a less than mighty Stockport. It's Tuesday 17th February 1998. It's a ****poor game. For a change we're actually winning 1-0, but are now really under the cosh and it doesn't look like we can hold out for a vital win. A single person in the newly rebuilt Fratton end, starts singing 'Alan Balls Blue and White army'. He's on his own for the first couple of chants. A few more join in more out of misplaced optiminsm than any sense that it might actually make a difference to those out on the pitch. It's dire out there, and in desperation more people start joining in. The chant continues when the ball goes out play. Still more join in. People start looking round as they're singing and suddenly, we're all thinking, 'Hang on, somethings happening here.' By now it's been going for about five minutes and the whole of the Fratton end is belting out the same chant. The North stand start joining in. The part timers in the Milton end become interested, and then even the crusties and guests of directors in the South stand can't resist, and the whole ground is jumping.... That chant went on for about 25-28 minutes. Someone eventually belted out the chimes to end it, but when it did end my hands were numb from constant clapping and my vocal chords were shredded. The effect on the team was genuinely amazing. An incredible 'They WILL not pass' attitude had transmitted itself from the fans to the players, and how they'd responded. Having weathered the storm the game eventually petered out for a precious, precious win. Atmosphere had returned to Fratton Park. The point of all this is that EVERY city has that 'Spirit'. You just need to be very, very lucky to be able to say you were there on the rare, never-say-die occasions when it comes out....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Duckhunter Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I can not see that sort of support (Pompey Post) whilst Lowe is at the helm. The spirit was alive and well for last season's Sheff Utd game, despite a god awful season. Supporters were united, together and got behind the team all game. Lowe destroyed that stright away. I can not see it returning with, him, Wilde, and the people propping him up, still at the Club.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Ok so when we lose on saturday, which will probably will, then lets make things worse than they all ready are by arguing and fighting amongst ourselves then. Seriously how can anything be worse than bottom of the league? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Hmmm, an interesting point. This 'spirit' is generic, and common to all cities with football clubs, even mine: 8622 utterly miserable souls are watching a wretched Pompey attempt to beat a less than mighty Stockport. It's Tuesday 17th February 1998. It's a ****poor game. For a change we're actually winning 1-0, but are now really under the cosh and it doesn't look like we can hold out for a vital win. A single person in the newly rebuilt Fratton end, starts singing 'Alan Balls Blue and White army'. He's on his own for the first couple of chants. A few more join in more out of misplaced optiminsm than any sense that it might actually make a difference to those out on the pitch. It's dire out there, and in desperation more people start joining in. The chant continues when the ball goes out play. Still more join in. People start looking round as they're singing and suddenly, we're all thinking, 'Hang on, somethings happening here.' By now it's been going for about five minutes and the whole of the Fratton end is belting out the same chant. The North stand start joining in. The part timers in the Milton end become interested, and then even the crusties and guests of directors in the South stand can't resist, and the whole ground is jumping.... That chant went on for about 25-28 minutes. Someone eventually belted out the chimes to end it, but when it did end my hands were numb from constant clapping and my vocal chords were shredded. The effect on the team was genuinely amazing. An incredible 'They WILL not pass' attitude had transmitted itself from the fans to the players, and how they'd responded. Having weathered the storm the game eventually petered out for a precious, precious win. Atmosphere had returned to Fratton Park. The point of all this is that EVERY city has that 'Spirit'. You just need to be very, very lucky to be able to say you were there on the rare, never-say-die occasions when it comes out....... I'm really really not interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Shango Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 Hmmm, an interesting point. This 'spirit' is generic, and common to all cities with football clubs, even mine: 8622 utterly miserable souls are watching a wretched Pompey attempt to beat a less than mighty Stockport. It's Tuesday 17th February 1998. It's a ****poor game. For a change we're actually winning 1-0, but are now really under the cosh and it doesn't look like we can hold out for a vital win. A single person in the newly rebuilt Fratton end, starts singing 'Alan Balls Blue and White army'. He's on his own for the first couple of chants. A few more join in more out of misplaced optiminsm than any sense that it might actually make a difference to those out on the pitch. It's dire out there, and in desperation more people start joining in. The chant continues when the ball goes out play. Still more join in. People start looking round as they're singing and suddenly, we're all thinking, 'Hang on, somethings happening here.' By now it's been going for about five minutes and the whole of the Fratton end is belting out the same chant. The North stand start joining in. The part timers in the Milton end become interested, and then even the crusties and guests of directors in the South stand can't resist, and the whole ground is jumping.... That chant went on for about 25-28 minutes. Someone eventually belted out the chimes to end it, but when it did end my hands were numb from constant clapping and my vocal chords were shredded. The effect on the team was genuinely amazing. An incredible 'They WILL not pass' attitude had transmitted itself from the fans to the players, and how they'd responded. Having weathered the storm the game eventually petered out for a precious, precious win. Atmosphere had returned to Fratton Park. The point of all this is that EVERY city has that 'Spirit'. You just need to be very, very lucky to be able to say you were there on the rare, never-say-die occasions when it comes out....... Bore off dullard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I'm really really not interested. I thought of you as a sensible poster. Sadly, I was wrong. Are you so blinded by this Saints and Pompey hatred, that you can't see what pfc123 was saying in his post? Read it again. On second thoughts, you might not 'see' it then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supaimpy_returns Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 well pfc123 has very nearly captured the spirit of the Dell, it'll never happen at St pride park Marys, the team despite now having moved to 442 isn't mobile enough to get the fans thinking theres something to sing about. if the team wants support they need to show they deserve it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nadia Sllim Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I predict a riot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuRomseySaint Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I predict a riot. Let's hope so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I would say the backing of the team at the moment is not to bad considering the postion we are in on & off ther pitch, it could be far worse than it actually is in terms of team backing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamster Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I predict a riot. If there is a pitch invasion (during the game) do you think those involved would be cheered or jeered? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuRomseySaint Posted 15 February, 2009 Share Posted 15 February, 2009 I would say the backing of the team at the moment is not to bad considering the postion we are in on & off ther pitch, it could be far worse than it actually is in terms of team backing. I would say that if anything, it is TOO nice. What the f*ck people where clapping them off the pitch for on Saturday, I don't know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_bert Posted 16 February, 2009 Author Share Posted 16 February, 2009 Seriously how can anything be worse than bottom of the league? Fighting each other imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 16 February, 2009 Share Posted 16 February, 2009 If there is a pitch invasion (during the game) do you think those involved would be cheered or jeered? Cheered without a shadow of a doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyFartPants Posted 16 February, 2009 Share Posted 16 February, 2009 If there is a pitch invasion (during the game) do you think those involved would be cheered or jeered? Cheered without a shadow of a doubt. Probably a healthy mixture of both. Those that understand that Lowe and Wilde can't stop being in charge unless someone buys them out will more than likely jeer while those that think by getting Lowe and Wilde out somehow means we will be great overnight will cheer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 16 February, 2009 Share Posted 16 February, 2009 Probably a healthy mixture of both. Those that understand that Lowe and Wilde can't stop being in charge unless someone buys them out will more than likely jeer while those that think by getting Lowe and Wilde out somehow means we will be great overnight will cheer. I was basing my opinion on the two lads who ran onto the pitch when we played Donny. They got roundly cheered from the Northam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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