Just heard that Liverpool are asking for the april 15th game to be moved, as its the anniversary of Hillsborough

First 6 games are winable, 24 points, top of the league

Dont think that will matter, dont they start a week earlier than us?

Cheeky git

It sounds like a problem with the poker room. I'm accessing it through my coral account, and its like a dog at the moment.

Is anyone else having problems? I cant find private tables or the regular ones either.

I've tried to register, but it says i've got an account with another site. I think a few sites use the same poker room. I cant seem to find slam-tilt

or maybe not

Apparently, the Welsh side TNS have offered to play Liverpool in a qualifier at the millenium stadium for next seasons champions league, its being considered by the FA and UEFA.

Just sent you a request to let me play USRoverMe

My friend has an iPod, and uses an iTrip with it. Does anybody know if any of the cheaper MP3 players have an iTrip facility?

I would love to, but i've got a live poker game going on in my house tonight

Most of them do seem to follow the date joined, i just noticed that some of them dont. Obviously it doesn't bother me, it just puzzled me.

For price, you'd struggle to beat Dell.

How were the member numbers worked out? They dont seem to follow the date registered.

I think the only thing that will encourage people to buy season tickets, would be new signings. After this season's performances, if the fans could see that Rovers were looking to drastically improve the squad, they might be willing to fork out their hard earned cash. Rovers have tried lowering prices to watch some of the "smaller" teams, but this hasn't had the desired effect. Would you buy a sh1t product if it were half price? No. We maybe need to have a season of good home performances, where people will buy individual tickets, before the season ticket holders come back.

Did we not get beat last season, I think it was the season before when we stuffed them. So its our turn this time. 1-0 to the Rovers, Stead.

Superstella, dont let them wind you up. We know we play a hard game at the moment, its a fight for survival. We know we are a small club, that makes being in the premiership all the more sweeter. To think that a small club like us can finish above the "big" teams like Brum and Newcastle makes them angry. Mine was, and always will be. Rovers forever.

I see you've chosen claret for the replies Colin, was that intentional? 0-0 draw, both teams reduced to 8 men through injuries and red cards.

Well, I've gone and done it, I've picked Stead as my captain for my fantasy footy team. So here's hoping for a Stead hatrick. I would mention the "kiss of death", but with no goals at Ewood this season, it doesn't really matter. Rovers 3-0 Citeh Stead Stead Stead

Lucas Neill was very poor again today, thought he could have done more for all 3 goals. All in all, we were outclassed by a better team. We need new full backs, at least 1 new striker, and a few more. Disappointed, but we should secure prem football this season, and build on our experiences.

Jesus wept! And £220 for the minibus & £460 for the hotel. I am chief tour organiser you see. £100 each for the trip to Bristol, one night stay, transport and match ticket. Not bad I say, just as long as I get all my money back. and there was me thinking you needed all those seats for your big behind Will.

This Saturday, 9th April, we entertain (if that is the right word) Southampton. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend myself, I’m getting married on Friday, and we’re off to Paris for a couple of days on Saturday for our honeymoon. (Sorry, couldn’t get out of it) I think we can class this game as a 6 pointer, both teams need the 3 points at the moment, maybe Southampton more than us. Recent results have given us a bit of breathing space, however, our lack of firepower up front leaves cause for concern. Also, Harry Rednapp seems to be turning things around at the Saints, and they seem to know where the back of the net is. Its going to be a close run-in to the end of the season, with 3 out of 7 (that’s my thinking) facing the drop. Southampton have been an ever present in the Premiership, although they’ve had a few close calls, especially 95/96 and 96/97. I personally think they are good enough to stay up, but I thought the same about us in 99. (indecently, it was Southampton that finished 4th from bottom that season) Brief History: Southampton Football Club, as it is now known, was formed in November 1885 by members of St Mary’s Church of England’s Young Men’s Association. In 1894, St Mary’s Y.M.A. football club entered the Southern League and became Southampton St Mary’s FC. In 1898, they took up residency at the “Dell” and they stayed there till the summer of 2001, when they returned to St Mary’s. Famous Saints players include: Bruce Grobbelaar Tim “bottle” Flowers Peter Shilton Mark Wright Mick Mills Alan Shearer (you might remember him) Matt Le Tissier Kevin Keegan Lawrie “yes boss” McMenemy Plus most of the Wallace family….. There have been a number of players who have played for both clubs in recent years: Alan Shearer Tim Flowers Jeff Kenna Kevin Davies James Beattie Mark Hughes Graeme Le Saux Stuart Ripley Results from previous seasons: 03-04 Rovers 1-1 Southampton Cole - Phillips 02-03 Rovers 1-0 Southampton Thompson 01-02 Rovers 2-0 Southampton Duff Yordi Then of course we all remember that goal by Le Tissier against Flowers in the 90’s (a bit lucky if you ask me) So, in my opinion, it promises to be a scrappy affair with little or nothing between the 2 teams. My work colleague and friend (but not this weekend), Danny, has been kind enough to answer a few questions: Questions to Danny Now then Danny, the saints have had a poor season, what would you put that down to? The chairman. Last season, when Gordon Strachan made it clear he was not renewing his contract Lowe panicked and tried to get Hoddle back. Although I rate Hoddle as a great coach and manager, he cannot be trusted. Such was the public outrage by the fans, that he was forced to back down and appointed Sturrock on a whim. He gave Sturrock a few games with Strachan’s team. Sturrock had chance to mould his side in pre season but was given just 2 games to prove himself, of which he won 1. He was then replaced which is scandalous. Wigley was another panic appointment and once it became clear that Harry was being forced out at Portsmouth, Wigley’s days were numbered. So is there a general consensus among the fans to get rid of the chairman? I think because of all his tinkering this season, there are a lot of fans who would like to see him replaced, especially when the alleged Hoddle appointment came to light. All will no doubt be forgiven if we manage to stay up and keep St Harry for next season Are you confident you can beat the drop? I feel we’ll still pick up some good results but it’s really down now to how Palace and a couple of the others do, I think Norwich and West Brom are certs for the drop, then any 1 from 5 Who would you include in that 5? I see it between ourselves, Palace, Fulham, Rovers and Portsmouth, the game on the 9th will be key. If one team wins they will be safe, I feel. We also have to play Palace and Portsmouth away so it’s still in our own hands Did you welcome Harry to Southampton with open arms? Yes, I’ve always thought he was a great manager. Did the hatred between the Saints and Pompey give any cause for concern among the saints fans? I think had we not been in dire trouble, there would have been a lot more fuss, but his appointment really was last chance saloon ! Was the loss of Beattie a big blow for the saints? Personally I don’t think so. Rumour has it he was half the reason Sturrock left. I feel he’s and average player who’ got too big for his boots and judging by his performances at Everton so far, I’ve been proved right. Who are your danger players? Crouch for his height, Phillips for his finishing and Camara for his pace and directness. I also think Antti Niemi is the best keeper in the premiership and feel he’ll move to Arsenal or United in the summer. Which Rovers players do you fear? Dickov always seem to unsettle us, Robbie Savage is underrated and it’ll be interesting battle between him and Redknapp in the middle. Emerton can also be very dangerous when on his game Its interesting you mention Jamie Redknapp, do you thing he can concentrate on his game when Louise is waiting for him at home? (hubba hubba) Seriously though, has he brought anything new to the saints’ midfield? It sure would brighten up anyone’s day going home to Louise! I feel Jamie has brought confidence to the midfield more than anything, but obviously he can pass the ball, he knows where the goal is and is not afraid to get stuck in ! How do you rate Mark Hughes as a manager? The jury is still out for me. He’s done ok, and did a fairly good job at Wales, but he’s yet to prove his worth. I certainly think Rovers have a better future than under Graeme Souness ! There’s a lot of us who’d agree with that. Dou you see Rovers as a long term Premiership team, or do you think we’ll be struggling with relegation every season? Hughesy should bring some stability and I think he’ll do quite well in the summer, wouldn’t be surprised to see Bellamy and possibly Gabbidon (I think the Welsh centre half) in a rovers shirt next season ! I think you’ll be a prem team for the foreseeable future, although it’s hard to see you breaking into the top 6 say. Before our game against Man U, and yours against Chelsea, (I’ll predict 0 points for us both) we are 5 points ahead of you. This game is vital for both teams. A win for us would surely put us clear of the relegation scrap. A win for the saints would certainly help. Can we have your prediction please? I can see us getting at least a point against Chelsea, the loss of Robben is a big blow for them, they’ll also possible have one eye on the Bayern game. Plus with the firepower and confidence we have at the mo, I think we can score goals against them. If we beat Chelsea I think we’ll go on and beat Rovers 2-1 , Any other result against them and your looking at 2-2 Rovers vs Saints Can you give us a likely line up for your team? Niemi, Delap, Bernard, Jacobbson, Lundekvam, Telfer, Le Saux, Redknapp, Quashie, Camara, Crouch Finally, who do you think will make it to the FA Cup final? Arsenal vs Manchester United, Arsenal to win ! Cheers Danny, may the best team win. My prediction – 1-0, MGP

What about Shay Given?

except the FA Cup final