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Our crew have all been saying 3,5,2 for a while now. It would mean binning off the 10's but that is our problem right now we are to easy to play against.
Become more solid and play more direct with two forwards - It might not suit the "game model" but getting your arse handed to you regularly is starting to test the patience of the natives. And FFS stop that ludicrous goal kick routine.
Millwall know how to get points in this league and it isn't fannying about with the ball in our own half.
Thanks Jamie great report. Been to Coventry a few times in recent seasons but no way was I going Saturday. It’s an absolute disgrace the fitness levels of these players compared to other clubs and no way was I going to spend my hard earned watching that shambles.
I very nearly didn’t renew our season tickets this year too and now wish I hadn’t.
Anyway don’t let the numpties grind you down Clive especially on Twitter. Your articles and reports bring so much joy especially in tough times.
So pleased for him - He is a decent manager albeit at a lower level.
Unfortunately we had to many ego's and a poor dressing room when he came to us and perhaps tried to change things to quickly. I am still amazed that Marti managed to turn us around and keep us up.
Will never forget him trying to run of a broken leg for us against Luton.
I think its 20% of the sale not the profit as we allowed Eze to join Palace (which he wanted) even though we had better offers on the table. I believe this clause got the deal over the line.
Love the video and commentary. Great work getting Phil Parkes and Gerry Francis involved and listening to Brain Moore takes me right back to my childhood days.
Kit's good and I'm sure my daughter will fleece me for it in the club shop tomorrow.
Very happy Clive's articles are back from the summer break. One of life's small remaining pleasures is reading these masterpieces in bed and as always this one didn't disappoint.
I have not watched any of the pre season friendlies but am already starting to feel a tad nervous.
I lost my Dad a couple of years back too and his story is very similar to yours. Born and bred in Acton and supporting the R'rs through the sixties and beyond. I'm 56 and he took me to my first game in 1975. Oh they were the days.
It does get easier and you have so many wonderful memories to cherish. They will make you smile in the tough days / weeks ahead.
And rest assured we will meet them again by the railway track on the other side.
Rest easy Martin.
Take care pal and always around if you want a chat.....
Whilst I still love going back to my West London roots, my family like thousands of others made the move West to the Home Counties in the late seventies, early eighties for a better life. It was probably the best thing they did. Better schools, less crime etc.
My Dad would always shake his head when I took him back to W12 to watch a game. I know nothing stays the same for ever but I think London has definitely lost a lot of its soul over the years which is a shame. Just watch some of the early Minder series to see what West London was like in that period.
I think they call it progress but I'm not so sure and reading that statistic on Shepherd's Bush is very sad.
Maybe it's the lack of communication from the club that has made me feel like this.
Not renewed our season tickets yet either - I am even thinking do I bother this year and just pick and chose games instead especially with all those horrible 12.30pm kick offs.
It's horrible mate we become so attached to our furry friends. As you say no matter what else is going on in our lives they are always there for us pure and utter unconditional love.
We have had cats and dogs and saying goodbye is the worst thing in the world. Just remember you gave them a wonderful life and created a unbreakable bond.
However life goes on and maybe don't leave it to long before you get another pet. We said goodbye to our dog just before Christmas and whilst I wanted a break my wife went to the rescue and got us another dog very quickly. It certainly helped with the healing process and now I am inseparable again with my new mate.
It's crazy really how can you love something so much when the vast majority of the time they make you angry and ruin your weekends. My wife always checks the full time scores so she knows what type of mood we will be in when we return home from a game.
Okay so here goes:
1) My family are all from West London and were season ticket holders. My first game with my Dad was in 1975.
2) Going with my children now it allows me to spend quality time with them especially pre match food (normally pie,mash & liquor). The pre match drinks with other members of my family and friends. Buying a akutrs from Dave.
3) The location and "old skool" stadium - I bloody love the place.
4) Those rare moments of joy that other fans (of big clubs) just wouldn't appreciate.
5) And finally a shout out to this site and Clive's writing too. We are very lucky to have such talent as one of our own.
It's been my church for over 50 years now - Whatever else has gone on in my life that lovely little blue oasis set right in the heart of West London has always been there for me.