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Title: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 09, 2019, 16:05:21 pm
Only a couple of weeks after closing the Relegation Watch thread guess what? Here is the play-off watch thread!!

The Cobblers are amazingly now only 8 points off the playoff positions with 10 games to go.

On a good run and with some very winnable games coming up....look at the next 5 games......

Home v Newport, Away v Grimsby, Away v Cheltenham, Home v Port Vale and Away v Notts County.

four wins out of five needed....but on current form very gettable!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Dr Feelgood on March 09, 2019, 16:11:17 pm
I was going to do one of these until Carlisle go that late winner.. ;D

Good points GPC we're the inform team but I think its just out of reach..


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: ajp on March 09, 2019, 16:12:47 pm
They’re not on a great run but when did we last win at Grimsby? Always difficult place to go.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 09, 2019, 16:17:53 pm
They’re not on a great run but when did we last win at Grimsby? Always difficult place to go.

2010....I seem to remember the Fishy fans getting a bit upset on that day!!

Actually we've only lost on one of our last 5 visits there....

2013 FA Cup...lost 0-2
2010 League 2....won 2-1
2006 FA Cup... won 2-0
2006 League 2....drew 1-1
2005 League 2...won 2-1


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Glastonbury Cobbler on March 09, 2019, 16:22:07 pm
Only a couple of weeks after closing the Relegation Watch thread guess what? Here is the play-off watch thread!!

The Cobblers are amazingly now only 8 points off the playoff positions with 10 games to go.

On a good run and with some very winnable games coming up....look at the next 5 games......

Home v Newport, Away v Grimsby, Away v Cheltenham, Home v Port Vale and Away v Notts County.

four wins out of five needed....but on current form very gettable!

Imagine had we gone for it in the two games at home against Crawley and Morecambe - the games we settled for a point that were there for the taking - We'd now be 4 points better off and only 4 points of the play. Whilst I hope I'm wrong I think those two results will cost us when it comes down to it.

Really hope we make it but I think it is a bridge too far.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Tabasco Kid on March 09, 2019, 16:58:33 pm
I have got bad memories of the last time we reached a play off final. It just totally enforced my opinion about Boothroyd.
The only plus points were a very early start in the Lord Byron, and a very late finish in the same pub. And the gallow humour that ensued.
And some local idiot taking a leak in the nearby litter bin, whilst still munching on his bag of cheesy wotsits. Pure class.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: wazzacobbler on March 09, 2019, 17:03:09 pm
What a ridiculous season it would end up being if we did make the play offs!

Hope it happens just for the idiocy of it all.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: corno_ntfc on March 09, 2019, 17:24:07 pm
Would have held off this thread until Tuesday night at least.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Coolcat on March 09, 2019, 21:20:56 pm
What a ridiculous season it would end up being if we did make the play offs!

Hope it happens just for the idiocy of it all.
Indeed! 😂


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: The 12th Marquis of Sixfields on March 10, 2019, 00:37:16 am
Too much to do I think. Not only do we need to continue this form we also need a good 3-5 sides to start playing like idiots. If we'd have picked up form a month earlier then we may have had a shot but I think it's too late now.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: The 12th Marquis of Sixfields on March 10, 2019, 00:38:47 am
Oh and we don't seem to want to start with our main goal threat on the pitch


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: guest3114 on March 10, 2019, 01:18:33 am
We would probably have to break some sort of club record to make it. When you think back comparatively to some of the squads of yore, no it’s not possible. That being said I think most would agree it’s a monumental achievement that we are even discussing this as a possibility?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: bringbackbroadhurst on March 10, 2019, 10:13:00 am
Argh, so frustrating. We’re talking eight wins from the last 10?

Too little, too late I think. We’ve dropped 18 points from winning positions this season 😩.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: guest48 on March 10, 2019, 10:22:10 am
I think, that we are even talking about this, proves what a poor league this is this season. Our Champions team from 3 years ago would have hardly dropped a point in this league !


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: ItsaSetPieceDivision on March 10, 2019, 11:22:22 am
Amazing that we are realistically eyeing the play offs when a few weeks ago the doom mongers had us down as relegation fodder.

Personally I think we'll fall short of the play offs which could be a blessing in disguise as I don't think this side is good enough for League1 (yet)
I see no benefit going up if we're going to struggle.

But if we can finish the season strongly it gives momentum and confidence for next season. A few additions in the summer and have a good crack at it next year.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: sixfields starling on March 10, 2019, 13:07:41 pm
It is great to be even thinking about the play offs. At least the next few games will have a real meaning to them, especially the 2 consecutive Saturday away games coming up if we can pick up a win on Tuesday. Win these and it will become really interesting, with some of the teams above dropping points, due to playing each other etc, April could be a fun month. Either way, well done KC and the players, we look a solid unit , full of confidence and not many on here thought we would be saying that last Christmas.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 10, 2019, 16:42:06 pm
I thought Atkins did this and secure promotion via Swansea. Also did Wilson achieve the impossible too?
Come in GPC?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Winslow Lee on March 10, 2019, 18:17:34 pm
Oh and we don't seem to want to start with our main goal threat on the pitch
I don’t know Pierre has been starting!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Deepcut Cobbler on March 11, 2019, 09:37:26 am
Four of our last ten are against the current bottom four, would be helpful if their respective fates are decided prior to our games so that they aren't still 'going for it'.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: southofthecounty on March 11, 2019, 11:46:56 am
Four of our last ten are against the current bottom four, would be helpful if their respective fates are decided prior to our games so that they aren't still 'going for it'.
As a long time betting man, I have noticed that once a team's fate has been sealed, that is when they relax and really begin to play.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Deepcut Cobbler on March 11, 2019, 14:27:03 pm
As a long time betting man, I have noticed that once a team's fate has been sealed, that is when they relax and really begin to play.

True, however we could be tenth after tomorrow nights fixtures...  :o


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: WasRambo on March 12, 2019, 14:44:41 pm
Yep, tenth best we can hope for - we need a Swindon / Stevenage draw.

Can't see Carlisle not winning at home, despite a recent poor run.

If we can stay 8 points off though and move up 4 places, table will look a little better


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: wazzacobbler on March 12, 2019, 16:56:41 pm

But if we can finish the season strongly it gives momentum and confidence for next season. A few additions in the summer and have a good crack at it next year.


This is exactly what we need to happen really. Momentum is a huge thing in football.
Wilder's title team didn't have the best 11 players in the league in it but they had great team spirit and fantastic momentum.
If we can finish the season with that winning mentality instilled into the belief of the players, who knows what next season could bring?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: BedsCobb on March 12, 2019, 17:34:51 pm
A song for first game of next Season away at Ipswich,  17, 17 undefeated....
Flow with it :afro


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 12, 2019, 22:07:56 pm
The gap is now down to 6 points.....dare to dream yet? Not just 6 points behind 7th place but 6 points off 6th place too. MK Dons in 4th are 14 points ahead, but there are three other play-off places up for grabs.......and we are on a roll!

A few weeks ago we were only 6 points off the bottom two, now its 19 points!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: 606 Parklands_Cobbler on March 12, 2019, 22:15:06 pm
Think we need 7 wins from 9 games (72 points)

If we can get it down to 5 from 7, I'll start to believe.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: 606 Parklands_Cobbler on March 12, 2019, 22:29:50 pm
Actually, I've looked at the teams to play, I just can't see it. Bury (a), Mansfield (h) ...means we can't really afford to slip up.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 12, 2019, 23:02:53 pm
We've got Grimsby away followed by Cheltenham away and then Port Vale at home.

Upcoming fixtures....

Friday night..... Newport v Cheltenham

Saturday.....
Exeter City (9th) v Colchester (7th)
Forest Green (6th) v Carlisle (8th)
Grimsby Town  v  Northampton (11th)
MK Dons v Stevenage (10th)
Oldham Athletic v Tranmere Rovers (5th)
Swindon Town (12th)  v  Port Vale

So with the teams 6th, 7th 8th and 9th playing against each other a win for us would see us gain ground on at least two teams above us.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: phil_in_npton on March 15, 2019, 21:52:07 pm
Good Evening

Afraid Cobblers drop to 12th as Newport beat Cheltenham 1-0 tonight. Only a point in it. Our match next Saturday v Oldham has been postponed so a 15 day break may be beneficial.

Phil in Northampton


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 19, 2019, 12:30:10 pm
So....was the draw at Grimsby a chance lost? Us on a decent run with consecutive victories, them on a bad run with consecutive defeats.....but many happy to take a point away! The fans that is, because even the players saw it as two points lost.

The gap stays at 6 points, with one game fewer to go...…

No midweek games this week, and international weekend sees Oldhams game with Newport called off due to international call ups, otherwise its a full programme,

Carlisle United (9th) v Cambridge United
Cheltenham Town v Northampton Town (11th)
Colchester United (8th) v Tranmere Rovers (5th)
Macclesfield Town v Stevenage (10th)
Notts County v Exeter City (7th)
Port Vale v Forest Green Rovers (6th)
Swindon Town (13th) v Morecambe

No more slip-ups!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: MCHammer on March 19, 2019, 21:21:47 pm
Might be controversial but I actually don't want us to get in the play offs.

I don't think we are good enough to win them and couldn't stand another Bradford style final.

I also think it would leave us exposed if we somehow did get promoted as we are nowhere near ready for another tilt at league one.  I know you can't pick and choose when you get promoted but my preference would be to let KC evolve his own squad during the summer.  Get the finances on an even keel and have a real go at it next season.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Cordwainer2 on March 19, 2019, 22:07:28 pm
Might be controversial but I actually don't want us to get in the play offs.

I don't think we are good enough to win them and couldn't stand another Bradford style final.

I also think it would leave us exposed if we somehow did get promoted as we are nowhere near ready for another tilt at league one.  I know you can't pick and choose when you get promoted but my preference would be to let KC evolve his own squad during the summer.  Get the finances on an even keel and have a real go at it next season.
I thought I was the only one who thought like that.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: WadeyCobbler on March 19, 2019, 22:31:29 pm
If you get a chance of play-off/promotion glory then you have to go for it. I remember in 1988 when we just missed out on the play-offs and in 1998 when we lost play-off final, fans and club staff said it was for the best we missed out on a possible place in the second tier because we weren't ready. We haven't had that chance again. I know this is 'only' for a return to the 3rd tier but I'd rather take it than not, we could be playing Ipswich and Boton next season. Stay in League Two and we could end up like Notts County is another possibility rather than continuing the steady progress. Nothing is certain.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Dr Feelgood on March 19, 2019, 22:35:19 pm
I thought I was the only one who thought like that.
dunno its always that team that makes the final spot that seems to win. Id love for us to make the Playoffs.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 20, 2019, 00:39:48 am
dunno its always that team that makes the final spot that seems to win. Id love for us to make the Playoffs.

Agreed with all those with a positive outlook. The defence & midfield are ok! Forwards still main issue. Would be prudent to strengthen any suspect areas.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: threeinabed on March 20, 2019, 08:26:11 am
If you get a chance of play-off/promotion glory then you have to go for it. I remember in 1988 when we just missed out on the play-offs and in 1998 when we lost play-off final, fans and club staff said it was for the best we missed out on a possible place in the second tier because we weren't ready. We haven't had that chance again. I know this is 'only' for a return to the 3rd tier but I'd rather take it than not, we could be playing Ipswich and Boton next season. Stay in League Two and we could end up like Notts County is another possibility rather than continuing the steady progress. Nothing is certain.

Spot on

who wouldnt want us to have a chance of winning the play offs?!

utter madness


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: runningcobbler on March 20, 2019, 09:02:35 am
Might be controversial but I actually don't want us to get in the play offs.

I don't think we are good enough to win them and couldn't stand another Bradford style final.

I also think it would leave us exposed if we somehow did get promoted as we are nowhere near ready for another tilt at league one.  I know you can't pick and choose when you get promoted but my preference would be to let KC evolve his own squad during the summer.  Get the finances on an even keel and have a real go at it next season.
But when is the right time to get promotion if this is the case then? We won league 2 by a long way yet we didn't do any good in league 1 the two seasons we had back there, no one knows what could happen, which players would be brought in etc... If we have a chance then lets just go for!!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: MCHammer on March 20, 2019, 10:34:57 am
So this is the point where you have to realise that being a Cobblers fan means you end up with two sides to your brain.  The fan side and the logical side.  Some people are capable of engaging both aspects and entering in to debate.  Some remain firmly with the FAN option engaged at all times.  Those that engage LOGICAL aren't negative they are using the information at their disposal to form an opinion. 

A simple example of this.  FAN Mode.  Any win is brilliant and loss is rubbish irrespective of how it was achieved.  There is a third mode which is those that have a malfunctioning positivity area in their brain.  For these few unfortunate souls they are unable to comprehend any negativity or criticism of their beloved club no matter what logic it is based on.

So to get to the point at last.  Using my FAN brain...let's win every game left at least 4-0, get to Wembley and score a last minute winner against MK Dons.

My original point was simply this, Logical brain engaged.  I don't think we are one of the best 4 sides in this division.  I don't want us to get promoted when we are soooo badly prepared for another tilt at league one.  I acknowledge you can't pick and choose but would we ever have been less prepared?

We have no league one capable strikers, midfielders or goalkeepers.  The club is coming off the back of two fairly disastrous financial years and still needs to balance books.  Play Offs delay your next season planning and completely change your recruitment plans.  It's highly unlikely many if any of the young players will get much game time in league one as opposed to two.  I'd like to see some foundations put in place so we can go up stronger whenever that may be.

A final random example that might support my point.  Imagine you are an organisation something like Northampton Town Football, Swimming and Cycling Club Supporters Trust, NTFSCCST for short.  What you could do is lay some solid foundations by having a massive membership drive, re-engage with existing members and ask the wider fanbase what you want the NTFSCCST to be.  Maybe get involved in some supporter led initiatives in conjunction with the club raising finance and showing your membership that you can fund, manage and deliver a decent sized project that benefits the club and fans.  Or you could just lay no foundations put your finger in the air to get "A FEEL" of the mood, get a backer and approach the club.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: BedsCobb on March 20, 2019, 12:26:54 pm
Might be controversial but I actually don't want us to get in the play offs.

I don't think we are good enough to win them and couldn't stand another Bradford style final.

I also think it would leave us exposed if we somehow did get promoted as we are nowhere near ready for another tilt at league one.  I know you can't pick and choose when you get promoted but my preference would be to let KC evolve his own squad during the summer.  Get the finances on an even keel and have a real go at it next season.
Im the complete opposite,  as soon as its mathematical impossible for us to reach the playoffs, my seasons over.
As for losing in the playoffs, that's why we go because we want to challenge ourselves to the maximum so going out without a fight because we might not win in the playoffs is a weak argument.
We all fully understand that Sixfields can't sustain a league 1 campaign ( well most do) but it doesn't stop us going does it.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 20, 2019, 13:54:36 pm

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We have no league one capable strikers, midfielders or goalkeepers.  The club is coming off the back of two fairly disastrous financial years and still needs to balance books.  Play Offs delay your next season planning and completely change your recruitment plans.  It's highly unlikely many if any of the young players will get much game time in league one as opposed to two. 

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A little piece of self indulgent piece of rhetoric  ;D. Regarding strikers you are correct but could be corrected as necessary. We have  a reasonable midfield but agree it should be strengthened. Planning what planning ? That IMO is fanciful thinking; if KC cannot bring together a side for purpose in League 1 then he should move on. I also think Cornell based on current form is ok for L1, former goal keepers like ROD and Ingham are hardly distinguishing  themselves.
You make no mention of the defense which is playing well and is as you know the springboard for a decent team. Finally a successful end to the season might alleviate the current financial situation if that is correct; a team promoted to League 1 might well be more attractive to a buyer?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: BackOfTheNet on March 20, 2019, 14:13:36 pm
A little piece of self indulgent piece of rhetoric 

Why two pieces Einstein when one is sufficient?  ;D


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Irchy cob on March 20, 2019, 14:20:32 pm
Im the complete opposite,  as soon as its mathematical impossible for us to reach the playoffs, my seasons over.
As for losing in the playoffs, that's why we go because we want to challenge ourselves to the maximum so going out without a fight because we might not win in the playoffs is a weak argument.
We all fully understand that Sixfields can't sustain a league 1 campaign ( well most do) but it doesn't stop us going does it.

I thought you were watching from the hill until KT leaves - it would be a bit hypocritical if you’re lining the pockets of a man that you seem to despise?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: MCHammer on March 20, 2019, 14:43:21 pm
A little piece of self indulgent piece of rhetoric  ;D. Regarding strikers you are correct but could be corrected as necessary. We have  a reasonable midfield but agree it should be strengthened. Planning what planning ? That IMO is fanciful thinking; if KC cannot bring together a side for purpose in League 1 then he should move on. I also think Cornell based on current form is ok for L1, former goal keepers like ROD and Ingham are hardly distinguishing  themselves.
You make no mention of the defense which is playing well and is as you know the springboard for a decent team. Finally a successful end to the season might alleviate the current financial situation if that is correct; a team promoted to League 1 might well be more attractive to a buyer?

Where to begin with this.  First sentence you might have to explain as I've no idea what the Fck you are talking about.

As for the rest well if you are going to offer a differing opinion at least actually offer one.  Strikers I'm correct but could be corrected?  Thanks for that pearl of wisdom...correct me then.  You then say we have a reasonable midfield but it should be strengthened.  So again you seem to want to disagree but don't actually say anything.  So what current midfield players are league one standard which is what I was saying.

I didn't mention defence as I actually think a couple of centre backs are probably ok for league one and was being generous by not mentioning right back or left back.

As for Cornell your argument seems to be based on they are sh!t and he's not as sh!t as them?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 20, 2019, 14:49:16 pm
Why two pieces Einstein when one is sufficient?  ;D

If MCH is allowed some fanciful rhetoric so can you and I 8). That is assuming you are aware of the meaning of rhetoric ;D


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: BackOfTheNet on March 20, 2019, 15:03:09 pm
If MCH is allowed some fanciful rhetoric so can you and I 8). That is assuming you are aware of the meaning of rhetoric ;D ;Dc

Indeed I am, Nevers... in fact I can thoroughly recommend this book on the topic https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elements-Eloquence-Perfect-English-Phrase/dp/1785781723/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1553094013&sr=8-1&keywords=the+elements+of+eloquence (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elements-Eloquence-Perfect-English-Phrase/dp/1785781723/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1553094013&sr=8-1&keywords=the+elements+of+eloquence)


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 20, 2019, 15:25:26 pm
Where to begin with this.  First sentence you might have to explain as I've no idea what the Fck you are talking about.

As for the rest well if you are going to offer a differing opinion at least actually offer one.  Strikers I'm correct but could be corrected?  Thanks for that pearl of wisdom...correct me then.  You then say we have a reasonable midfield but it should be strengthened.  So again you seem to want to disagree but don't actually say anything.  So what current midfield players are league one standard which is what I was saying.

I didn't mention defence as I actually think a couple of centre backs are probably ok for league one and was being generous by not mentioning right back or left back.

As for Cornell your argument seems to be based on they are sh!t and he's not as sh!t as them?

Sorry most of your argument appears to be based on Rhetoric of some kind.  My opinions are there its just that you choose to ignore them.  As for strikers of course you are correct but that situation can be rectified.  As for midfielders both Turnbull and JJOT if his current form continues will suffice. Clearly we need some effective creative balance ; perhaps Bridge can offer this if KC wishes to offer him a consistent platform to perform on.As for the defense we perhaps need to replace the aging Buchanan? I appreciate your generous comment on defense. As an aside McWilliams is a promising midfield player - yes?  As for Cornell and your eloquent analysis of him - I believe you have missed the point; Cornell has proved he is as capable as the other two who were much lauded on here.



Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Madrid Cobbler on March 20, 2019, 19:55:23 pm
To me all this talk of whether our team is good enough for League 1 at the moment is irrelevant. Every team should always try to go up if it has the chance and face the challenge if and when you do so. What if we take our foot off the gas at the end of the season because "we're not ready" to go up, only to find our "better prepared" team next year struggling in the lower half of the table? Can easily happen. Last time we went up we seemed to have a side well capable of establishing itself in League 1 and we struggled, so let's just go for it and then talk about what to do next if it happens.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Coolcat on March 20, 2019, 20:13:24 pm
To me all this talk of whether our team is good enough for League 1 at the moment is irrelevant. Every team should always try to go up if it has the chance and face the challenge if and when you do so. What if we take our foot off the gas at the end of the season because "we're not ready" to go up, only to find our "better prepared" team next year struggling in the lower half of the table? Can easily happen. Last time we went up we seemed to have a side well capable of establishing itself in League 1 and we struggled, so let's just go for it and then talk about what to do next if it happens.
Bet Shrewsbury fans are delighted they failed to go up last season!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 20, 2019, 22:33:09 pm
To me all this talk of whether our team is good enough for League 1 at the moment is irrelevant. Every team should always try to go up if it has the chance and face the challenge if and when you do so. What if we take our foot off the gas at the end of the season because "we're not ready" to go up, only to find our "better prepared" team next year struggling in the lower half of the table? Can easily happen. Last time we went up we seemed to have a side well capable of establishing itself in League 1 and we struggled, so let's just go for it and then talk about what to do next if it happens.

Interesting comments and any discussion whether the team is good enough is fair comment but it is interesting none the less. It is easy to agree with your second and third sentences.



Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 23, 2019, 19:47:42 pm
Time to shut this thread down already??

9 points behind Exeter in 7th, they have a game in hand and a superior goal difference.

7 games to go...the maximum number of points we can get now is 73 so that's the title gone!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: clarkeysntfc on March 23, 2019, 20:22:57 pm
Absolutely no chance folks.


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: BMON on March 23, 2019, 21:38:34 pm
Time to shut this thread down already??

9 points behind Exeter in 7th, they have a game in hand and a superior goal difference.

7 games to go...the maximum number of points we can get now is 73 so that's the title gone!

Not good enough to even considered  the ' play-offs'
been lucky to win with terrible hoof hoof hoof football,

Time to sell all the decent players and hope some of the kids are good enough to hoof again next season,

I dont know so much,if you look at the players and "strength" then i'd say both Goode and Taylor in defence, Bridge and JJOT in midfield, and Williams  up front have that "strength".Maybe you've got to play them all, or most of them at leastl in the same game...make it ugly like so many other teams do!!
We do though have a number of lightweight players in our team who are getting bullied out of games at League two level, yet like you say, if they have the time and space then they can produce. As the ground gets heavier, the weather worse etc, I cant see the situation getting any easier!!

I think the run has taken peoples eyes off the ball!!


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Deepcut Cobbler on March 29, 2019, 09:15:31 am
https://www.ntfc.co.uk/news/2019/march/kc_280319/
KC still saying the right things, hopefully we go for it and this is still achievable after tomorrow's game.
Could maintain the interest with a couple of maximums tomorrow and next week at Notts with a bumper away following?



Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: corno_ntfc on March 29, 2019, 19:15:40 pm
https://www.ntfc.co.uk/news/2019/march/kc_280319/
KC still saying the right things, hopefully we go for it and this is still achievable after tomorrow's game.
Could maintain the interest with a couple of maximums tomorrow and next week at Notts with a bumper away following?




The run in starts here?

I'd have preferred the run-in to have started away at Cheltenham if I'm honest, instead of throwing in a kid at CB


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Coolcat on March 29, 2019, 19:23:58 pm
Time to shut this thread down already??

9 points behind Exeter in 7th, they have a game in hand and a superior goal difference.

7 games to go...the maximum number of points we can get now is 73 so that's the title gone!
Think you are being a tad negative...we only have to win all of our games, the top half losing all theirs, and voila...Bradford at Wembley revisited!  ;)


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Dr Feelgood on March 30, 2019, 00:54:03 am
We should win out quite comfortably..
Then hammer the Dongs at Wembley.
Eieieio


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: everbrite on March 30, 2019, 12:26:24 pm
We should win out quite comfortably..
Then hammer the Dongs at Wembley.
Eieieio

There are times when your posts are quite readable! However you appear to have mood swings - may I ask if your non de plume affects your
 day to day activities?


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Glastonbury Cobbler on March 30, 2019, 13:24:52 pm
There are times when your posts are quite readable! However you appear to have mood swings - may I ask if your non de plume affects your
 day to day activities?

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Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: Dr Feelgood on March 30, 2019, 14:43:58 pm
There are times when your posts are quite readable! However you appear to have mood swings - may I ask if your non de plume affects your
 day to day activities?
its nom de plume Cecil.. ???
And yes the voices in my head often effect my posts


Title: Re: Play-Off Watch
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on March 30, 2019, 19:11:42 pm
Thread closed.....goodnight!