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Title: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: paul thompson is on December 10, 2017, 17:28:11 pm
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+

i went it was terrible,
but it has always been terrible apart from the one season in 20
when the miracle of Wilder turns up(right balance of players playing an solid system)

Here is a shock to your system
Northampton Town will always be a lower league team,
now stop spitting feathers and get used to it........

we will never be in the Prem/play in the Champions league/win a cup,
we make up the numbers like most football teams,

The players don't give a sh1t(it is JOB to them) they dont care if the shirt is blue,yellow,red or claret(it is a JOB)
they are journey men average talent footballers, if they were any good they wouldn't be playing for us,



Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: everbrite on December 10, 2017, 18:53:04 pm
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+

i went it was terrible,


Well that' s a bit harsh as for 10 mins second half there was hint of a comeback ;)


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Tabasco Kid on December 10, 2017, 19:22:07 pm
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+
I have opinions about a hell of a lot of things that I was not present at. And I do not require any ones permission, to express them.
Interesting Avatar you have, by the way. I seem to recall, that a previous poster had one similar.







Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest2487 on December 10, 2017, 19:23:39 pm
Ah look, someone else telling people what they can and can't talk about.

Welcome to 2017.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest3114 on December 10, 2017, 19:52:24 pm
I care what they think.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: BrixworthCobbler on December 10, 2017, 20:43:42 pm
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+

i went it was terrible,
but it has always been terrible apart from the one season in 20
when the miracle of Wilder turns up(right balance of players playing an solid system)

Here is a shock to your system
Northampton Town will always be a lower league team,
now stop spitting feathers and get used to it........

we will never be in the Prem/play in the Champions league/win a cup,
we make up the numbers like most football teams,

The players don't give a sh1t(it is JOB to them) they dont care if the shirt is blue,yellow,red or claret(it is a JOB)
they are journey men average talent footballers, if they were any good they wouldn't be playing for us,



Somebody is drunk very early on a Sunday night


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Glastonbury Cobbler on December 10, 2017, 21:40:09 pm
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+

i went it was terrible,
but it has always been terrible apart from the one season in 20
when the miracle of Wilder turns up(right balance of players playing an solid system)

Here is a shock to your system
Northampton Town will always be a lower league team,
now stop spitting feathers and get used to it........

we will never be in the Prem/play in the Champions league/win a cup,
we make up the numbers like most football teams,

The players don't give a sh1t(it is JOB to them) they dont care if the shirt is blue,yellow,red or claret(it is a JOB)
they are journey men average talent footballers, if they were any good they wouldn't be playing for us,




We don't and half have some idiots spouting rubbish on here!

So many happy clappers, happy to settle for the s***e we are being dished up week in, week out


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest3114 on December 10, 2017, 23:48:10 pm
Somebody is drunk very early on a Sunday night
I like him, I think he’s got spunk!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: dolph on December 10, 2017, 23:57:39 pm
I like him, I think he’s got spunk!
Same here, he`s most probably right


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest3114 on December 11, 2017, 00:16:10 am
Same here, he`s most probably right
Er, problem is I don’t go to games and as you have responded to my opinion it probably means you care about it? I think that might make him probably wrong? Still think he’s spunky though!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: SteveRiches on December 11, 2017, 08:31:50 am
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+

i went it was terrible,
but it has always been terrible apart from the one season in 20
when the miracle of Wilder turns up(right balance of players playing an solid system)

Here is a shock to your system
Northampton Town will always be a lower league team,
now stop spitting feathers and get used to it........

we will never be in the Prem/play in the Champions league/win a cup,
we make up the numbers like most football teams,

The players don't give a sh1t(it is JOB to them) they dont care if the shirt is blue,yellow,red or claret(it is a JOB)
they are journey men average talent footballers, if they were any good they wouldn't be playing for us,


How depressing never to have a realistic hope of Championship football. Currently yes, we're in a mess and the only short-term aim is to avoid relegation....BUT after some moderate ground expansion this town is well-placed to support Championship football and in doing so it would not be boxing very far above its weight. To say "Never" is deeply depressing. The town is expanding massively and the thousands of people coming in don't have the 1960's "We'll always be a small club" mentality that frequently blights this site.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Saint Cobbler on December 11, 2017, 09:32:59 am
How depressing never to have a realistic hope of Championship football. Currently yes, we're in a mess and the only short-term aim is to avoid relegation....BUT after some moderate ground expansion this town is well-placed to support Championship football and in doing so it would not be boxing very far above its weight. To say "Never" is deeply depressing. The town is expanding massively and the thousands of people coming in don't have the 1960's "We'll always be a small club" mentality that frequently blights this site.
Re the '1960's attitude of we'll always be a small club'. Surely it was only in the 60's that we were actually a much bigger club, based on performances. I remember us beating Newcastle 3-0, drawing away to Arsenal etc., and not thinking that was much of a big deal. It's only during the late 60's and since then we've declined.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: threeinabed on December 11, 2017, 09:59:38 am
The bloody madness of not going to a game and then typing sh!te after sh!te about what you think,
nobody cares what you think unless you were one of the die hard 300+


you bloody hero!! if only every fan cared as much as you. Although i don't think the club would survive with just you 300 legends supporting the team.

i've never met you, but you clearly have a very over inflated opinion of your standing in society


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest1269 on December 11, 2017, 12:27:24 pm
It’s a ridiculous thread - you chose to go to Oldham and that of course gives you the right to comment on the game itself (although I probably get a better I probably get a better view from iFollow) - but the point here is you chose to do that and it doesn’t give you a legitimate right to comment on if others are “qualified” to post an opinion  - some which may be valid others less so but all in the eye of the beholder.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: everbrite on December 11, 2017, 13:06:58 pm
It’s a ridiculous thread - you chose to go to Oldham and that of course gives you the right to comment on the game itself (although I probably get a better I probably get a better view from iFollow) - but the point here is you chose to do that and it doesn’t give you a legitimate right to comment on if others are “qualified” to post an opinion  - some which may be valid others less so but all in the eye of the beholder.

Very defensive almost apologetic!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on December 11, 2017, 15:29:16 pm
This thread sums up what has gone wrong with this site.......the "holier than thou" attitude, the sniping, the criticisms........i'm all for friendly banter and exchanges of opinions, but its all a bit personal at times and perhaps explains why many don't post on here any more!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Vintage Cobbler on December 11, 2017, 15:50:52 pm
Agree with GPC. I am one of those who come under attack for not accepting all that KT throws at us occasionally and increasingly occasionally.  I have also been critical from time to time of the silence from the Trust.  That always sparks a strong reaction.  I don't agree with all that Beds writes by any means but he is right when he says about NTFC's perennial struggles both on the pitch and off it that is doesn't have to be like this.  People have short memories when it comes to our owners. Not so long ago we had on this site a large number of the "In Dave we trust" brigade.  Incredible when you think about it.  Now when some perfectly reasonable questions are asked of KT, his plans for the club, about the Chinese etc., JFH etc the criticism rains down on those who have the audacity to even raise such questions.  Small wonder that some have decided to go and play elsewhere.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest48 on December 11, 2017, 16:03:07 pm
 
  I have also been critical from time to time of the silence from the Trust.  That always sparks a strong reaction. 
Not anymore.


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Vintage Cobbler on December 11, 2017, 16:13:32 pm
PHEW!!

And may I ask when can we expect an update on the Trust's views on the present redevelopment stagnation following its meetings with KT and NBC?


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest3114 on December 11, 2017, 19:11:34 pm
I know you can't tell much about what people are like from the internet (look at that Catfish Show). Perhaps I'm a bit deluded but I think the people on here are alright, theres not one I dislike. Yes there's some right nonsense spouted (guilty), a bit of arguing and a few insults banded about, but isn't that just part of the rough and tumble of this type of site? Theres plenty of intelligent opinion on here, lots to laugh at and best of all non stop chitter chat about me beloved Cobblers. Often wonder how I got by without this site, marvellous. Share the love everyone!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Terryfenwickatemyhamster on December 11, 2017, 22:30:06 pm
Agree with GPC. I am one of those who come under attack for not accepting all that KT throws at us occasionally and increasingly occasionally.  I have also been critical from time to time of the silence from the Trust.  That always sparks a strong reaction.  I don't agree with all that Beds writes by any means but he is right when he says about NTFC's perennial struggles both on the pitch and off it that is doesn't have to be like this.  People have short memories when it comes to our owners. Not so long ago we had on this site a large number of the "In Dave we trust" brigade.  Incredible when you think about it.  Now when some perfectly reasonable questions are asked of KT, his plans for the club, about the Chinese etc., JFH etc the criticism rains down on those who have the audacity to even raise such questions.  Small wonder that some have decided to go and play elsewhere.

Are you currently holed up somewhere in need to of rescue or assistance? Or are you no longer "under attack"?

 ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: guest3114 on December 12, 2017, 00:53:18 am
On another note I wouldn’t be too hard on Mr Thompson either. He’s just got the hump cause he’s done a 400 mile round trip and sat in the freezing cold for that crap. Don’t blame him really. He’s going to make sure he damn well gets something for his money and the best he can come up with is exclusivity of opinion on this site. Given the pain and effort he’s been through I almost feel inclined to give it to him. Still he’ll get over it. A couple of signings in January and his frozen testicles in Boundary Park will be a distant memory, god bless him!


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Poggy on December 14, 2017, 16:19:09 pm
There's the usual excuse that our stadium holds us back from sustaining League 1 football but I think any relegation this season would be attributed solely to the chairman with a succession of really poor decisions regarding the football side of our club. It's all well and good saying the recruitment side of things is the responsibility of the manager but the squads that Page and JE were allowed to assemble strike me as a man who doesn't actually know a lot / care about football. And for what it's worth I don't think the Chinese owners have a clue either and have shown little strategy in which way they want to take our football club in.




Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: Coolcat on December 14, 2017, 18:15:13 pm
There's the usual excuse that our stadium holds us back from sustaining League 1 football but I think any relegation this season would be attributed solely to the chairman with a succession of really poor decisions regarding the football side of our club. It's all well and good saying the recruitment side of things is the responsibility of the manager but the squads that Page and JE were allowed to assemble strike me as a man who doesn't actually know a lot / care about football. And for what it's worth I don't think the Chinese owners have a clue either and have shown little strategy in which way they want to take our football club in.



You missed out the club shop, the 'in house' catering, Walter Tull (not the guy himself!) Sixfields Tavern and Carr's Bar in the total s***e roll of honour!  ;D


Title: Re: An opinion based on going to a game not just the last one at ice station zebra
Post by: EssTeeFree on December 15, 2017, 09:35:14 am
There's the usual excuse that our stadium holds us back from sustaining League 1 football but I think any relegation this season would be attributed solely to the chairman with a succession of really poor decisions regarding the football side of our club. It's all well and good saying the recruitment side of things is the responsibility of the manager but the squads that Page and JE were allowed to assemble strike me as a man who doesn't actually know a lot / care about football. And for what it's worth I don't think the Chinese owners have a clue either and have shown little strategy in which way they want to take our football club in.

I think this is a good point but to play devils advocate for a moment...

Imagine when JED was sacked and he made a statement along the lines of "things would have been different but the Chairman vetoed me signing 3 players because he felt I was building an unbalanced squad. It's a difficult enough job as it is without 'non-football' people interfering with the manager"

A bit crude but you can see where I am going with this. Probably a no-win for a chairman/owner of a club. Interfere with managers decisions = bad, doesn't interfere = also bad.

I think it is right that you give the manager free reign within the budget. IMO Thomas' mistake has been the men he appointed not that he didn't handle the recruitment.