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Post by gibby1409 on Sept 6, 2021 21:13:35 GMT
The four nil was in 1975. Hudson ran the show and we looked like winning the league! The coming together between Pej and Tueart was Jan 28th 1976 and was a fa cup night match, and Pej chucked the ripped shirt into the paddock. It wasn’t a replay, we were behind schedule due to the roof blowing off the Butler street. (I think) 😊
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Post by gibby1409 on Mar 21, 2021 18:38:19 GMT
RIP Lord Eff
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Post by gibby1409 on Feb 19, 2021 11:03:21 GMT
A true legend. Gave his all for our club. Best of luck Ryan
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Post by gibby1409 on Dec 1, 2020 6:11:24 GMT
The real problem isn't VAR, its the interpretation by shite ref's on and off the field? I agree offside needs looking at, and for me, unless there is "daylight" between the player and the last defender when the ball is played, then they're onside? The penno given against the scousers last weekend was, imo nailed on. The player missed the ball and kicked the player? The ref missed it hence VAR did it's job. The fact it annoyed Klopp too is just an additional bonus
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Post by gibby1409 on Nov 19, 2020 12:59:51 GMT
A tragic loss! Always seemed a top man. RIP Locko, taken far too soon x
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Post by gibby1409 on Jan 25, 2020 10:24:57 GMT
For me Crooks was the best player and very skilful with a great left foot. Chapman was tall and ungainly but had that knack of being in the right place at the right time, and always scored goals. What they both had in common was suffering quite a lot of stick from us lot. Crooks in particular had loads of stick from the Butler street paddock ( I know cos I stood there) And I wonder if anyone else can remember him coming across to the Butler street and giving them some stick when he scored against us for Spuds? So imo Crooks the better player, but strangely, Chapman more effective through his career
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Post by gibby1409 on Nov 8, 2019 11:08:14 GMT
It's quite clearly a shit or bust; and could easily go either way.
For what it's worth, I'm cautiously optimistic about a guy that's worked wonders with a NI squad that have nowhere near the ability, on paper at least, of our lot.
It then comes down to the players - conspiracy theories about them not playing for NJ, or willing to play his way abound, so we'll very soon find out if it was Nathan or them at fault.
(And I'd back him also to be issuing the 'my way or the highway' ultimatum to any squad members not onboard.)
We quite obviously have a squad more than talented enough to pull clear and MO'N quite obviously has the ability to organise, let's make no bones about it, 'lesser' players into a very effective team.
(This is also where, I really hope, the Board are being cute and not stupid: they'll have him down to successfully reshape the bulk of what we have, rather than issue him with a blank and willing chequebook for yet ano rebuild that has no guarantee of anything except ano slew of punitive contracts, should it fail.)
Let's hope too that the mutual respect and the 'chemistry' that seemed to be missing with Nathan is there from day 1.
I will say also that, for all the short comings from the Board that have led us to this point, I personally acknowledge, and yes, respect, their very sizable cohones for ano imaginative appointment / outright chuffin' gamble (take your pick) given the league position.
Good luck fella.
I'm an argumentative fu*k, but you're spot on with this post. Goaaarn Michael!!
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Post by gibby1409 on Nov 5, 2019 13:00:06 GMT
So in one sentence you say we're going backwards as a club... and in your next sentence you advocate Pulis 🙄 A retrograde step if ever there was one. It'll reaffirm the image of Stoke-on-Trent as a parochial, backwards-looking city. Tony pulis is a man who cares about our club. Losing his job here hurt him and his subsequent behaviour had all the hallmarks of a man hurting that someone else was doing his job. That alone gives him a huge advantage over other options. He cares and were he ro accept the challenge he would be doing so because he feels he cant sit idly by and watch us crumble. It has nothing to do with typical stoke on trent attitude or anything of the sort. Hes the best man for the job and we need him badly. I agree Dave. When TP left I felt it was the right time, and we moved forward for a while. Now this shitstorm is made for him, because he'll knock this shower into shape. We need some kind of identify back, something we as fans can relate to. If that means we're back to being horrible nasty bastards that no one wants to play, then bring it on! Because at the moment, playing us must be a dream for every team. We roll over and play bastard dead whenever we have a set back!! I realise that other managers could do this too, but the names, and I mean the serious names I'm seeing on here, are a frightening proposition as candidates to manage our club. Sam could do it, so could Moyes and Hughton, but they ain't gonna come here. So as someone who isn't keen on reinventing the past, I've got to the stage where I truly think that TP should come back and let's start again.
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Post by gibby1409 on Oct 2, 2019 10:26:28 GMT
What's up with nearly 60 FFS.....sniffle TP 61. Hughton 60. Moyes 56. Nothing between them.on the age front really.
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Post by gibby1409 on Sept 25, 2019 21:59:45 GMT
So much to relate to on this thread. I've not had a ST this year, two reason's, one being away at weekends quite a bit, and the other, which if I'm honest is the real reason, is that I've lost some of the passion & enjoyment for the game. That feeling when you woke up and it's game day, its gone, and I've become bored with the whole football "thing" I first went in 1969, and I've seen the good times and the bad times, made some great friends, and had some unforgettable experiences. And in that period, I've had a few absences for varying periods of time, for either family commitments, playing on a Sat, or when monies been tight. But I've always had the passion, and would follow the game from wherever I could. I still do, but to a much lesser degree, and I'm enjoying not going every week, which seems odd. I've gone away from having my mood set depending on the result! Thats made a huge difference to me, because I'd have been at the end of my fu***ng tether by now! But seriously, I think there is an apathy in the support, and whilst its mainly based on our dire results and how we've just fallen apart as a club. I also think that football in general has lost so much. Its not "our" game any longer, and the influx of money, whilst it's great to a point, has meant that the top 6 in the prem is almost nailed on each season, and its arguable that all the remaining clubs in that league are at risk of relegation. A far cry form the comparatively level playing fields of the 70's, when many clubs could actually win the league. But back to our club, I truly hope things are sorted out quickly, and we get back on the right path. And who knows, even an old bastard like me may regain his enthusiasm
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Post by gibby1409 on Aug 17, 2019 14:55:28 GMT
Enjoyed the game. Looking sharp. Just a few lacks in concentration otherwise looking fit strong and dangerous
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Post by gibby1409 on Aug 17, 2019 10:36:45 GMT
£1 sent Rob. Cheers
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Post by gibby1409 on Aug 3, 2019 8:28:54 GMT
Top man Rob £1 sent. Email starting with gibbs5
Cheers
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 31, 2019 21:47:47 GMT
I'm just hoping that NJj keeps to his vision, refuses to compromise, and gets the time to make it work. We, like all fans are impatient, but I think he needs as much time as poss to implement everything he wants. I'm actually looking forward to the start of a season for the first time for quite a while. I think/hope we'll do well and get some identity back. The thing is gibby I’m quite easily pleased. I’ll be quite happy if this season we look like we’ve played a game of football before and look like we give a shit. I think my confusion is sometimes mistaken for negativity because what NJ says and what NJ has done so far don’t seem to match up. My ears tell me one thing then my eyes another. I’m very confused that we’re going to play a system we don’t seem to have the players for and Gayle to me looks like we’ve realised we’ve messed up a bit and are now panic buying (otherwise why did we buy Gregory...you’ve got to admit it’s all a little odd). I think I'm similar in that I'm easily pleased. All I want at this stage is a team I can see giving 100% towards the cause. Aggressive, passionate, and showing us fans it means as much to them as it does to us. I think we all over think it a bit tbh, where systems are concerned. When the dust settles it's all about the players respecting the manager the club and the fans and giving it their all. Just touching on the system though, NJ clearly believes it works, and I respect the ball's he's showing in being single minded. I think he's very similar to TP in this respect but he speaks clearly, and probably gives more away than TP. Where Gayle's concerned, I think we'd have moved earlier if we could have got some of the deadwood big earners off the wage bill. And I think another issue to NJ is that Butlands not been sold cos that would have given him the monies to close deals like this. But I'm really curious to see how it goes over the first couple of months, could be very interesting...
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 31, 2019 21:30:00 GMT
You still being fucking negative? Of course 😉 I don’t trust them having lots of time to plan transfers nevermind panic buying at the end of the window 😂 the tweet is clearly nonesense but I wouldn’t put anything past them anymore tbh 😂 I'm just hoping that NJj keeps to his vision, refuses to compromise, and gets the time to make it work. We, like all fans are impatient, but I think he needs as much time as poss to implement everything he wants. I'm actually looking forward to the start of a season for the first time for quite a while. I think/hope we'll do well and get some identity back.
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 31, 2019 21:23:06 GMT
Melt down? There would be a fucking riot! Sad that as utterly ridiculous as that sounds and untrue as it must be there is still a part of me going “but are we that stupid though?” You still being fucking negative?
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 30, 2019 8:22:37 GMT
Alan Hudson on his return to us. He sent half the Arsenal team in the wrong direction in one game at the Vic. 😁
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 21:08:36 GMT
Some of these replies sum up the OP perfectly. I think gibby was joking. We’ve had a decent debate about the role of admin. Don’t take things too seriously! We did! Really enjoyed it actually And yes, my statue dancing days went out in the 90's (In fact, there wasn't even a statue then )
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 21:05:19 GMT
Oh come on lads ffs. We’ve just got to the good bit where threats to meet up for a dance round the statue are being bandied about and you fucked the quote function up. I’ve now got no idea who’s threatening who. Come on admin sort this out. Messing the quotes up should be an automatic ban. It was gibby because I said he was being pathetic for wanting admin to moderate every single post on here 😂 What a fanboard 😂 I've been feckin rumbled!
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 21:00:12 GMT
Oh come on lads ffs. We’ve just got to the good bit where threats to meet up for a dance round the statue are being bandied about and you fucked the quote function up. I’ve now got no idea who’s threatening who. Come on admin sort this out. Messing the quotes up should be an automatic ban. Been saying they're weak all day mate
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 20:52:29 GMT
You're still missing the point. The OP said what a lot of posters think, me being one of them. And it's not the posters like Bayern who need a bit of support, its the posters who just don't bother anymore. I stand by every comment I've made today, and I truly believe that the board is getting weaker. But it won't be people like me who bring it down, this will be fair and square on the shoulders of others. You have one view, i have another, that's fine, it's what debate is all about. It's not your fault that you're wrong.... Yes we disagree but I’m not calling for you to be moderated that’s the difference and blaming admin. People need to grow thicker skins mate not expect admin to censor it - that’s all I’m saying. Challenge it or ignore it if you don’t like it. I will challenge it, that's my point, its the people who don't that I feel we're missing. I'm an opinionated miserable bastard, and I'll argue with anyone, but we need more people joining in, and not just giving up when they get flooded. This is where a stronger admin is needed. Anyway, good to have a debate, and I'll see you at the statue on Sat at 14:00
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 20:43:53 GMT
If you think me making comments about the level of negativity will be the death of this message board, then I'm sorry mate, you're deluded? Also I think you're missing the distinction between being negative towards the club, manager, players & other posters, and me pointing out the level of negativity on here? Completely different pal! In the same way that I don't need anyone to defend me, then I'm pretty sure Bayern can fight his own battles, heaven knows he starts enough And as you say about Admin, "They Can't Be Expected to Read Every Post" is probably the reason I've never read posts slagging off Bayern. If you truly think that Admin do a great job, then fine, that's your opinion, but don't expect me to agree with you. And if Admin are above constructive criticism, then yes, the board will disappear, but if you think this board is improving rather than regressing, then again, we'll have to disagree. No I think you moaning about admin could mean they don’t bother and it shuts down as a result. If Bayern can fight his own battles then admin don’t need to do anything do they. Absolutely classic that you’ve called me deluded too. At least practice what you preach. You're still missing the point. The OP said what a lot of posters think, me being one of them. And it's not the posters like Bayern who need a bit of support, its the posters who just don't bother anymore. I stand by every comment I've made today, and I truly believe that the board is getting weaker. But it won't be people like me who bring it down, this will be fair and square on the shoulders of others. You have one view, i have another, that's fine, it's what debate is all about. It's not your fault that you're wrong....
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 20:28:41 GMT
So you’re agreeing with me that the OP started with a comment about negativity? And then the trolling started after a few pages? Not liking is not the issue. It’s the general negativity, and people wanting to be proved right rather than wanting the team to win that sticks in many people’s throats. I, not asking them to moderate views I don’t like, that’s just nonsense which if you’ve read my previous comments is clearly not true. I’m asking for them to moderate how middle of the road posters get mobbed and then don’t bother posting again. If you can’t see that this will be the end of this message board then it’s a shame. Any good message board needs strong Admin, and whether you agree or not, I don’t think we have. Admin do a great job. Where were you when everyone was slagging off Bayern? Did you step in and say - hang on a minute personal abuse isn’t on or did you just carry on moaning about people being negative? It’s pathetic coming on whinging about admin. The very people complaining about people being negative were the ones attacking Bayern. Posts like yours will be the end of the message board because Admin might well turn round and think well we won’t bother then. Its pathetic. You think someone gone to far personally. You call them out on it. They can’t be expected to read every single post. Your original posts weren’t even about personal abuse you were just moaning about other people being negative. Which is hypocrisy at its finest. If you think me making comments about the level of negativity will be the death of this message board, then I'm sorry mate, you're deluded? Also I think you're missing the distinction between being negative towards the club, manager, players & other posters, and me pointing out the level of negativity on here? Completely different pal! In the same way that I don't need anyone to defend me, then I'm pretty sure Bayern can fight his own battles, heaven knows he starts enough And as you say about Admin, "They Can't Be Expected to Read Every Post" is probably the reason I've never read posts slagging off Bayern. If you truly think that Admin do a great job, then fine, that's your opinion, but don't expect me to agree with you. And if Admin are above constructive criticism, then yes, the board will disappear, but if you think this board is improving rather than regressing, then again, we'll have to disagree.
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 20:04:48 GMT
Paul/Dave I think you’re maybe missing the original point, and homing in on a comment about “Disgraceful” posts. The OP started this off about negativity, and the trolling of quite a few posters who put a positive comment on. This added to the general almost poisonous tone on the board as a whole, just discourages many people from joining the debate. This is what got my attention, and I did and still do, strongly agree with the OP. I mentioned about the moderators too, and how I think the board is poorly moderated, which is not helping in keeping a great forum going and growing. I also mentioned that it’s a thankless job, and I believe it’s almost a no win situation. But equally, the Mods, should be able to take constructive criticism where it’s justified. This kind of feedback, whilst it can annoy people, is generally a good thing, and should lead to changes/ improvements. I’ve seen very few comments from Admin during my time on the Oatie, which could be read as either good or bad. Interestingly there was one on this thread, but as I said earlier, rather than us focusing on disgraceful comments, then lets focus on the flooding of posts and general slagging off of posters who have the temerity to post something positive about the team, the manager, new signings etc etc. Anyway, win on Saturday, and all this bollocks is forgotten 😊 No it didn’t at all. The OP started with a comment on negative which then within 5 pages turned into a personal attack on one particular poster who is perceived to be “negative” by a number of posters who think they are “positive”. br] And fish’s original outburst was about the said negative poster apparently being told to “commit suicide”. Which admin did delete. Such personal attacks are clearly not on but you not liking someone one views is not the same. Challenge those views or ignore them. It’s nothing to do with admin. It’s not their job to moderate views you don’t like. So you’re agreeing with me that the OP started with a comment about negativity? And then the trolling started after a few pages? Not liking is not the issue. It’s the general negativity, and people wanting to be proved right rather than wanting the team to win that sticks in many people’s throats. I, not asking them to moderate views I don’t like, that’s just nonsense which if you’ve read my previous comments is clearly not true. I’m asking for them to moderate how middle of the road posters get mobbed and then don’t bother posting again. If you can’t see that this will be the end of this message board then it’s a shame. Any good message board needs strong Admin, and whether you agree or not, I don’t think we have.
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 19:45:26 GMT
I've neither the time or inclination to look but I'm sure you've seen them too. Anyway, I'm off for a curry. So you've just posted a load of posts accusing Admin of not moderating the board effectively and when Admin then ask you to help them out by directing them to these "disgraceful comments" (your words), you reply by saying that you can't be arsed to do so? You really can't see what a complete and utter self entitled tit that makes you look? And you have the audacity to complain about the contributions from people on this messageboard? Paul/Dave I think you’re maybe missing the original point, and homing in on a comment about “Disgraceful” posts. The OP started this off about negativity, and the trolling of quite a few posters who put a positive comment on. This added to the general almost poisonous tone on the board as a whole, just discourages many people from joining the debate. This is what got my attention, and I did and still do, strongly agree with the OP. I mentioned about the moderators too, and how I think the board is poorly moderated, which is not helping in keeping a great forum going and growing. I also mentioned that it’s a thankless job, and I believe it’s almost a no win situation. But equally, the Mods, should be able to take constructive criticism where it’s justified. This kind of feedback, whilst it can annoy people, is generally a good thing, and should lead to changes/ improvements. I’ve seen very few comments from Admin during my time on the Oatie, which could be read as either good or bad. Interestingly there was one on this thread, but as I said earlier, rather than us focusing on disgraceful comments, then lets focus on the flooding of posts and general slagging off of posters who have the temerity to post something positive about the team, the manager, new signings etc etc. Anyway, win on Saturday, and all this bollocks is forgotten 😊
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 15:10:57 GMT
Eh?....I’ve never called you a cunt or verbally threatened you Take that back you twat or I’ll kick your fucking head in 😁 I'll help as well you colossal knob head! Can I join in ya bunch of cocks! 😂
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 14:57:20 GMT
Its going that way very quickly, if you can’t see that you need to get a reality check pal.. Us ungrateful twats just want a message board that’s like it used to be a few years ago, not a negative, nasty forum that’s full of people who don’t appear to want our club to do as well as possible and troll posters who do. If you can’t see that, then I’m glad I’m an ungrateful twat, who should be grateful for moderators who don’t moderate. So if that means it closes down, then there won’t be many people who lose any sleep. In my opinion of course.... Why don’t you see if you can become a moderator mate? Be the change you want to see? I’d ban too many mate. 😉
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 14:54:33 GMT
Unfortunately, this response is typical and defines why the board is dying. In my opinion of course..... So the board is dying because volunteers, who give their time freely, don't moderate posts almost instantly or quick enough for your satisfaction? I'd say your response sums up what a bunch of ungrateful twats frequent this board in all honesty. I hope they decide enough is enough and close it down. That should make you happy enough Its going that way very quickly, if you can’t see that you need to get a reality check pal.. Us ungrateful twats just want a message board that’s like it used to be a few years ago, not a negative, nasty forum that’s full of people who don’t appear to want our club to do as well as possible and troll posters who do. If you can’t see that, then I’m glad I’m an ungrateful twat, who should be grateful for moderators who don’t moderate. So if that means it closes down, then there won’t be many people who lose any sleep. In my opinion of course....
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 14:39:49 GMT
No but some posters are. Admin should now start to serve bans, so I guess we agree in some part. Some posts are offensive to some people and we are all accountable to help get the Oatcake back to its best. Admin have the power to do this. Admin have never shirked so I don't quite get why you target them with your complaints. If you don't enjoy participating, don't participate. Unfortunately, this response is typical and defines why the board is dying. In my opinion of course.....
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Post by gibby1409 on Jul 28, 2019 14:38:34 GMT
Various posters have been banned, sometimes for less, so I'm sure when the comments that offend you so much are seen, bans will follow. My point remains...admin/moderators are not to blame for your declining enjoyment of this free forum. No but some posters are. Admin should now start to serve bans, so I guess we agree in some part. Some posts are offensive to some people and we are all accountable to help get the Oatcake back to its best. Admin have the power to do this. Best quote of the day! Admin have to play a proactive part and I’m sorry, but yes, admin are largely to blame because they know the issues and what this whole thread is about
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