Sc***horpe 28.1.2020

[guest2995]

I love it when I get under a halfwits skin, it’s all too easy.

Fine , but the biggest thing that comes through is that you know very little about football and everything you say is spouted rubbish .

[Monty]

I don't want to go overboard on Olayinka's impressive debut - it's only one game after all and he's just a kid. But I must say I'm really looking forward to seeing him play for us again.

[Knockingonabit]

Surprised nobody has mentioned their No. 15 who managed to ensure Olayinka finished as a passenger and dispose of Martin completely. Makes me wonder if I have the right bloke! It was him both times wasn't it?

[Battery Man]

We have to sign another centre back because we will not get away with Harriman and Martin playing there for long , as commendable as they have been . Williams seems to be right out of the picture sadly .
Goode’s sh*thousery is funny but he has to be careful of his reputation because it’s happening all of the time now .
We have a great team spirit though and it’s good to see .

I thought Harriman has looked comfortable as centre back on the strength of the last 2 performances and was quite impressed with Martin last night after not thinking much to him  as a wing back. I would say that we could get by with these 2 as cover if the right player isn't available, though I would be tempted to get Williams back and in the squad.

[Deepcut Cobbler]

So after Super Sammy's brief stint at centre back last night is there ANY outfield position he hasn't played in for us now??

Charlie Goode is proving to be very good at irritating people until they hit him, isn't he? 

Looking at other League Two fans comments, it appears that he is getting a bit of a reputation across the Division for his 'antics' which, in my opinion, sometimes are bordering on, if not, embarrassing.  

[guest3264]

Totally right. He got more frustrated as the game went on and put his head in late to Martin's face (breaking his nose?). Then minutes later he swung at Olayinka which could have caused long-term damage!

Surprise, surprise Hurst never mentioned the damage he done but thought Goode going done lightly was of more importance.

[Irchy cob]

It’s so predictable to see an opposing manager come out with absolute drivel in his post match interview - yes the sending off was on the soft side but what was KVV doing raising his hands, I’m sure if it was one of our players doing it to one of his he wouldn’t have moaned. I thought the ref let them get away with murder - the challenge on Olayinka was worth a red card in itself, he missed at least one blatant penalty and after booking Watson in the first minute then went on to be inconsistent for the rest of the match. I though that Harriman was superb for the second game running in an unfamiliar role, I just hope that Turnbull is back for Saturday as I have little confidence in Martin.

[threeinabed]

2 games with a "makeshift" back 3 and 2 clean sheets - cannot argue with that.

[BackOfTheNet]

I've been less than complimentary of Martin recently but in fairness he did pretty well last night. Not that comfortable when he found himself in possession but did a sound job of preventing attacks, which in the end is what a defender is there for.

It was nice to see some sympathy from Curle when he came off the pitch with his nose spread all over his face and claret pouring everywhere... Did he say "Are you OK Joe?" or "Bloody hell, that looks nasty"? Nope, he bellowed at the physios "GET HIM BACK ON!" 

[singcobb]

See all too easy Franky.

Are you talking about that person in the mirror again?


You are definitely not getting under people's skin you are just the most negative person on the board, not a 'supporter' of NTFC!!

Fine , but the biggest thing that comes through is that you know very little about football and everything you say is spouted rubbish .

Why do you even bother to reply to him? All you are doing is feeding his feelings of low self esteem and narcissism.

[GrangeParkCobbler]

Looking at other League Two fans comments, it appears that he is getting a bit of a reputation across the Division for his 'antics' which, in my opinion, sometimes are bordering on, if not, embarrassing.  

Agreed...…...if he's doing it for us it doesn't seem to matter as much though......but we'd be right on any opposing players back if they were doing it! Just the way it is!

[Deepcut Cobbler]

I've been less than complimentary of Martin recently but in fairness he did pretty well last night. Not that comfortable when he found himself in possession but did a sound job of preventing attacks, which in the end is what a defender is there for.

It was nice to see some sympathy from Curle when he came off the pitch with his nose spread all over his face and claret pouring everywhere... Did he say "Are you OK Joe?" or "Bloody hell, that looks nasty"? Nope, he bellowed at the physios "GET HIM BACK ON!" 

Good drills...

[crazycobbler]

Looking at other League Two fans comments, it appears that he is getting a bit of a reputation across the Division for his 'antics' which, in my opinion, sometimes are bordering on, if not, embarrassing.  

The reality is he’ll probably be off to a bigger/higher club soon anyway so I wouldn’t worry about it too much.

[Manwork04]

Why do you even bother to reply to him? All you are doing is feeding his feelings of low self esteem and narcissism.

Haha I mention halfwits and you lot reply, hilarious 😂
Anyway I bored with you now so jog on.

[guest48]

As pointed out earlier, their No.15 only got a yellow for that "assault" and KVV gets a red for very little, I will admit that we all enjoyed watching him walk but that's because he's an arrogant prat. A bit like last week at Orient, 2 players get reds for a bit of pushing and shoving, which is not going to any serious injury but there was a foul on Anderson, just before half time, that could have caused him a serious injury, and the bloke got a yellow. The FA need to sort this out, the sentence needs to fit the crime !

[lordjord]

A great result for us and ideal results in and around us also.

The main positive for me was Olayinka, it was obvious from early on in the game that he has quality. His ability to intercept and win the ball back was similar to how Mcwilliams breaks up play. The difference being that Olayinka then passed the wall out wide quickly, and then continued his run which was key. That left Adams one on one with the full back on a few occasions and with his ability to cross with either foot is going to create chances. Thats exactly how the first goal came about but the same phases of play occured a few times throughout the game which is promising.

Our main goal threat is from out wide, so the more ball we get to Adams in particular the better. Sometimes it can be difficult to get it to him when we are going direct, relying on second balls etc. We are good at that without doubt, but the more our midfield can get it wide quickly after winning back possession the better. Olayinka seems to have the ability to do that whereas Watson / Lines have a different style of play.

I would like us to get another CB in for sure. Harriman struggled at times with his distance between Adams / Goode (although Eisa looked like a really good player so I can understand the difficulty). Martin did ok, but didnt seen confident when to attack the ball or drop back. It really highlights how effective Wharton, Goode and Turnbull are as a back 3 to me.

The two other loanees showed glimpses which is good news. Certainly both bring pace which we were in desperate need of.

All in all a good win and keeps us chasing down an auto spot!

[Charlatan]

Surprised nobody has mentioned their No. 15 who managed to ensure Olayinka finished as a passenger and dispose of Martin completely. Makes me wonder if I have the right bloke! It was him both times wasn't it?

Yes it was. They were both cowardly challenges as our lads made genuine attempts for the ball. T****R No 15 was late with both challenges. He also, after going down after he'd laid Martin out, argued with the ref that he shouldn't have to go off the pitch to come back on when play restarted. For what its worth I thought the ref was very poor. Booked Watson after 1 min. There were loads of fouls as bad as his one and took no action for ages. IE 1st half.

[DrillingCobbler]

Decent game last night, Scunny reminded me absolutely, of what we were last season, particularly before KC took over.

Attack - get caught out, 0-1.
Attack - get caught out, 0-2.
and repeat...
Coupled with zero 'game management' ability, a tendency to lose shape very easily and hearts over ruling heads.
Lots of expensive players, with dubious characters.
15th/16th in the league, having been in the bottom 3 early doors and relegated the previous season.
KVV playing for them.

A year on, we are a robust team full of heart. We play with our brains, first and foremost. We are ruthless, with and without the ball. We resolutely stick to our beliefs, and game plan. We have an excellent dressing room, with no obvious factions within it.


Last night, Scunny played like a sunday league team. We didn't. And that pretty much sums it up. KVV getting sent off, best singular moment of the season in many ways so far. Hilarious! Harsh but Karma Id say. Karma...

Worth mentioning, blatant penalty Scunny should have had when it was 1-0 v 11 players. We got lucky there.

All in all, the luck we got last night evened itself up from last Tuesday. Cup luck (Goode v Derby) doesn't count towards league points. We've taken 4 points from the last 2 games, all things equal thats a fair return in my book.

The subs didn't weaken us, far from it. That was telling last night. VERY telling. The Arsenal kid was superb, in particular.

I wanted an attacking number10, a winger and a striker this window. We've got all 3. In an ideal world we will go and get a big money proven front man with some of the cup money, but if we don't then so be it. We've clearly got a great dressing room, and we don't need any billy big b@llox turning up and ruining in it like the bloke now playing for Scunny!  (Their number 30, black guy on the left wing looked bloody good mind).

[crazycobbler]

I wanted an attacking number10, a winger and a striker this window. We've got all 3. In an ideal world we will go and get a big money proven front man with some of the cup money, but if we don't then so be it. We've clearly got a great dressing room, and we don't need any billy big b@llox turning up and ruining in it like the bloke now playing for Scunny!  (Their number 30, black guy on the left wing looked bloody good mind).

Agreed. Their number 30 looked a very good ball carrier and a constant threat with his pace and dribbling. However, I also thought there were quite a few times where he got into great positions but his end product was lacking (e.g. tamely shooting at Cornell or delivering a poor cross). It woould be interesting to hear what the Scunny regulars think of him.

[memyhead]

Abo Eisa

On 15 August 2019, Eisa signed for League Two side Sc***horpe United on a two-year deal, reuniting with former Shrewsbury manager Paul Hurst.

He's the brother of Mo who's at the scum