FA Cup Draw

[MarkBRFC]

36 minutes ago, chaddyrovers said:

That was before vaccinations came in and I thought getting vaccinated was the way we had no more lockdowns? 

So the virus is less transmissions outdoor where football seating is but its still fine to attend supermarket, or Christmas shopping in Manchester or go to a pub or restaurant which are indoors. 

I think one thing you aren't understanding is, that it's not necessarily the sitting outdoors watching the football that is the main issue (although big gathering probably aren't ideal at the moment, and that's from somebody who really wants to keep going games!)

Last time one of the main reasons was because it stopped thousands of people using public transport to get to the games every weekend, I'm sure that will play a factor if they decide to go down this route again.

Yes I know you are triple jabbed and wear face masks etc, so please don't tell us all again!

[Mattyblue]

He seems to really struggle to differentiate between what he, and many others, of course, want or think should happen, with the realities of what probably will happen.

Edited December 21, 2021 by Mattyblue

[Tyrone Shoelaces]

That’s the point. We all want to carry on with Rovers playing and fans being able to attend as normal but is the virus listening ?

[Rogerb]

Wigan unable to fulfill the Crewe fixture due to injuries and covid. Two weeks to recover.

[rigger]

49 minutes ago, Rogerb said:

Wigan unable to fulfill the Crewe fixture due to injuries and covid. Two weeks to recover.

In the cup, I would suggest if you want the game called off, then you forfeit the fixture.

[Rogerb]

Been trying to buy on line for this but immediately timed out. Not seen any announcement it is sold out.

[Mattyblue]

Wouldn’t have thought so, they were still selling them in the middle-ish blocks when I bought mine yesterday.

That shite ticket site playing up again is the most likely explanation…

[Rogerb]

8 minutes ago, Mattyblue said:

Wouldn’t have thought so, they were still selling them in the middle-ish blocks when I bought mine yesterday.

That shite ticket site playing up again is the most likely explanation…

Did you get yours online?. Was able to get Huddersfield tickets on line this afternoon.

[Mattyblue]

Yeah, was online. Just a very hit and miss system for away tickets, I find. 

All I can think of is that they’ve sold out of one batch and they haven’t added anymore yet.
 

 

Edited December 30, 2021 by Mattyblue

[MarkBRFC]

Don't think we'll even sell the original 2k allocation for this one unfortunately.

[Mattyblue]

Can never work Rovers away fans out. Wouldn’t have surprised me if the whole stand had sold in days, but under 2k isn’t a shock either.

[tomphil]

I'm sure a lot are feeling a bit like me just really can't be bothered with the cup when doing so well in the league. 

I was going to say i hope he turns out the kids but they are all playing anyway 🤣

Lets not forget the lockdown rumours either that won't help, i'll be going but won't be buying until just before or on the day. I reckon there'll be 2.5 thousand there at least come the day. Preston, Bolton fans etc will mock but they've flock all else to play for and if we were our usual midtable i'd expect a lot more interest in't cup.

[Mattyblue]

Oh I get it. But then if you recall we played Bolton away twice in the 2001 promotion season.

We sold the cup tie out pretty much straight away but didn’t get particularly close to doing so for the top of the table crunch league game (granted it was a night match).

[tomphil]

Wouldn't be surprised if the ticket prices had something to do with that and the live tv.

It's the perils of a limited fanbase again that's the main factor imo, an element will still pick and choose. 

[Mattyblue]

Ah well, be easier to get served in Wigan Central…

[rigger]

3 minutes ago, Mattyblue said:

Ah well, be easier to get served in Wigan Central…

Last time I went to Wigan that is the bar I went in.

[Mattyblue]

Cracking place, great selection of beers. 

Edited December 30, 2021 by Mattyblue

[Rogerb]

22 hours ago, Mattyblue said:

Ah well, be easier to get served in Wigan Central…

Is that the one under the railway arches?

[Mattyblue]

That’s the one. A fine (and huge) selection of beers…

[chaddyrovers]

On 30/12/2021 at 16:47, Rogerb said:

Been trying to buy on line for this but immediately timed out. Not seen any announcement it is sold out.

not sold out and they were available buy online yesterday(31st December) 

[MarkBRFC]

I imagine there's loads left.

Rovers fans have been notorious for buying late though when there is no rush to buy a ticket, hopefully a good result tomorrow will spur on sales closer to Saturday. Hopefully make it pay on the day too.

[Darrenbot]

2 hours ago, MarkBRFC said:

I imagine there's loads left.

Rovers fans have been notorious for buying late though when there is no rush to buy a ticket, hopefully a good result tomorrow will spur on sales closer to Saturday. Hopefully make it pay on the day too.

I'm guessing after the Hull experience a lot of fans will wait until nearer the game to make sure there's no chance of it being called off.

[Tyrone Shoelaces]

24 minutes ago, Darrenbot said:

I'm guessing after the Hull experience a lot of fans will wait until nearer the game to make sure there's no chance of it being called off.

Yes, once bitten and all that.

[Rogerb]

18 hours ago, chaddyrovers said:

not sold out and they were available buy online yesterday(31st December) 

Thanks chaddy will try to buy one when down at ewood tomorrow

[ABRAM ROVER]

Sounds like initial allocation of 2k is sold out and we have asked for a further 1k. With the covid measure cap at 10k this might mean that there are no sales on the day if Wigan think this will be a sub 10k gate so if you are planning on paying on the day I wouldn't chance it.