I can't see that Cardiff are playing on the Sunday from the Sky listings. https://www.skysports.com/watch/football-on-sky/competitions/championship

There was green paint sprayed on Queen Vic's statue which seemed to be there for years. The route to Ewood from town was also littered with Plymouth slogans spray painted on various walls and buildings.

That was such an enjoyable evening as, for a rare occurrence I could relax and really enjoy a Rovers performance. What a credit to the club these youngsters are. Great attitude and desire to do well and from Tomasson's comments it seems they are great to work with too. I counted seven academy graduates in the team that finished alongside two youngsters in Bloxham and Markanday. Quite often games that see teams three or four up at the break and up with no second half goals but tonight our desire for more goals was clear to see and we could have had twelve. I loved Tomasson's post match comment that he wanted ten. Keeping Tomasson here should be the highest priority and the powers that be should be sitting down with him now with the offer of an extension to his deal. No penny pinching, no prevaricating just get the deal done. We won't make a better signing.

I find it incredible that any fan doesn't want to progress in any competition. Beating West Ham last season was one of the highlights for me. And Tomasson thankfully makes a big thing about progressing in both cups when the games come around. Quite the opposite of his dolt of a predecessor.

Dolan would be like a fish out of water at full back. Some players can play different positions but I don't believe that Dolan has any of the attributes and certainly not the discipline to play in a defensive role. It's just not going to happen in my view.

I wouldn't entertain any trialling of players in a competitive game. Last season we had a great run in this competition and brought some money in. To risk that by purposely playing players out of position is complete folly in my book and disrespectful to fans who are going.

I thought I was a picture of him in the BCD game against Carlisle last week. In fairness the pictures were on the Carlisle website and were predominantly their own players with ours in the background usually.

He has so much natural ability about him that must be a coaches dream to work with. A small area of improvement for me would be awareness when he is in possession. A few times he has been caught by opponents who have nicked the ball away from him. But hey, the kid is 19 and will undoubtedly improve the more he plays. I know it's brash but after seeing him in the under 21's I predicted he would play for England.

I think Pat Gamble will get a start alongside Scott Wharton with Pickering playing left back. With JRC going off injured on Sunday it could be too risky to start Brittain there. I think Gilsenan will feature too and Gallgher needs game time as does Tronstad who I think will partner Garrett in central midfield.

It was before my time Tyrone but I remember players from different era's eulogising about him.

I didn't realise just how well be disguises some of his passes until JRC mentioned it last week. I paid particular attention to this yesterday live at the game and on a recording of the game when I got home. I noticed a few where he did it and the Watford players just couldn't read his intentions. What a real weapon that is to have in your locker.

He was a slow burner initially Gav but now is fundamental to the way Tomasson wants us to play. His attitude rubs off on other players and he doesn't feel sorry for himself when he makes a mistake. He reminds me in so many respects of Jamie Vardy.

I always chuckle to myself when I hear the Dingles singing 'no one likes us'. And then I think is it any f****** wonder.

https://www.lancashire.police.uk/news/2023/august/appeal-after-brick-thrown-at-football-bus-on-m65/

We saw lots of Villa supporters coaches on the M66 as we were coming back from Watford. I'm pretty sure the team coach would have gone that way too.

They have played two Premier League games so far and an opposition player has been hit with an object, one of their Neanderthals got on the pitch in what looked like an attempt to attack a City player now the opposition bus has been bricked. Hopefully now the world can see what these idiots are really like instead of this great fans bollocks.

It was certainly more Labore than Arte but really who gives a toss. I'm sure the experts will point to the stats but as I have said many times before only one stat matters. We were as good defensively as we have been for a long time and I was critical of Carter and Hyam last week but today they were outstanding. We headed, kicked, blocked and tackled to stop them scoring and I loved it. Special mention for Adam Wharton today too as he had to forego some of his creativity for doing the dirty work. I can't really fault anybody today and although some players were guilty of carelessness at times the immense effort more than made up for it. Tomasson is so astute tactically and he sees situations that are pivotal to being successful. And Hedges goal was terrific as he did some keepy uppies before lashing it in from a ridiculous angle. Also massively well done to Watford for how they handled and contributed to the sad passing of Matt Sillitoe. And also Rovers for their sensitivity and thoughtfulness in presenting Matt's sister with some flowers. I sincerely hope we all agree that today's win was for Matt.

RIP Matt. A ridiculously young age to pass away. Condolences to your family and friends. Hopefully Rovers can get a win tomorrow and dedicate it to Matts memory.

Dolan was hooked after 18 minutes last Saturday so his match fitness was impaired. I'm guessing that is why he played the BCD in midweek.

I really don't want to alarm anyone but on Sunday the appointed referee is Gavin Ward. Personally I think he is in the worst two referees on Select Group 2 and God knows how hw will cope with the new instructions.

That reminds me of the story of Billy Connolly when he was a guest on Parkinson (I think) along with Rod Hull and Emu. Hull made a move towards Billy Connolly and as quick as a flash he said 'if that thing comes near me I'll break its neck and your arm'.

They are but I don't like over playing in the wrong areas. The yards further up field is far less riskier. The stream has gone offline now.

Now 2-2 after we took a 2-1 lead. Their equaliser was a direct result of over playing at the back.

Are you aware it's a good 20-25 minute walk from the station to Vicarage Road.