alex l

I don't know if I'm being nitpicky by this point, but shouldn't Barcode Logistics have their logo in this graphic? It's like there's no quality checking of any sort

Relatively minor, but another example of the incompetence at the club - not deleting a cued post when the women's game was announced as postponed yesterday

He did that earlier before putting the Cashin name out, think it was an explosive emoji for that one. Has a history of being cryptic, but equally, one he puts something out, it tends to come to fruition

One and a half games without the keeper having to make a save of note. Cantwell trying too hard, lost the ball too many times. Don't think there has been a single player coming off from the first half with any credit of note.

And £15 on top to print their name and number.

Literally seems to be for an individually numbered shirt and box. But as you say, it's difficult to justify the price point for those alone. It'll get even more embarrassing if/when the shirts are discounted. Wouldn't be surprised if they are 'prizes' in the Rovers Return draw or for people who buy a ST next season.

500 of the boxed, numbered ones. Presumably quite a lot of the 'standard' ones, they're in a full range of adult sizes going up to 5xl

Even some of the Venkys logos around the pitch look worn or at the very least in need of a clean. Perhaps they don't watch, despite what is claimed.

Fully in agreement that Ewood Park has been neglected and needs much care, but comparing it to the murder of a baby through abuse is either a ridiculous exaggeration of what is going on at a football club or downplaying an evil and vile act.

How refreshing to have a player on the left who understands the basics of defending. Might not offer much going forward or have pace, but at least Pickering is in position to help at the back.

Arguably VI has had it worse in a way - they sold/lost half of his starting team in one window and brought in the calibre of de neve, Sidnei and henriksson, plus a lad who would miss a third of the season. JDT and JE didn't face that level of mismanagement.

Seems a bit of a generalisation, and not something I'd heard of. And in Alebiosu's case, it was reported he had to apply for a Nigerian passport months ago in order to be eligible, so hardly a shock to him.

No expertise beyond GCSE physics, but I suppose the water is now channeled to where the river runs faster?! Rather than slower moving in the wider part where the wall is. However it doesn't resolve the primary issue which seems to be how slow the immediate drainage from the pitch is, or when the river level reaches the outlet height

We need to take a philosophical approach. 'if a goal is scored at ewood, but it's raining, will the goal count for anything?'

There's now a further factor to add to this: the likelihood the game will actually complete, or instead be abandoned and be a complete waste of time. Does anyone know if those who bought tickets for the first Ipswich game got their money refunded?

Apologies for the lack of clarity, yes I meant bringing de neve on for hedges rather Ribero, I know hedges was injured. Another one to add to our casualty ward.

Not sure it's a list he has kept, perhaps him scribbling down the decisions which came to mind when he lost his cool at the ref performance? I think he got the sub of hedges wrong, Yuri would more likely have sat in and helped the backline. I prefer him being honest and not biting his tongue tonight, at least it shows some passion, even if it may come from concern for his own position

I don't disagree that ST pricing is too high but I'm not convinced £300 is the mark to really move the needle on attendance. If it was, and I'm happy to be corrected if my recollection is wrong, the Riverside would be much fuller as that was the initial price. Make it £300 all around and we have an empty Riverside and possibly much lower revenue.

Any deals they do have to be careful not to undercut the cost per game of ST holders, therefore when it's a discount across multiple games the savings aren't dramatic. All goes back to the issue of ST prices.

That would actually be peak Rovers with their current organisation. And then spin it as a thank you to those who took a chance; anyone else can now pay £200 per shirt to make up the loss to the club projections.

Probably very, but I'm seeing it as a bit of fun. The club shift some stock they've struggled to get rid of, it's set at a reasonable price to see what you get in the 'lucky dip'. At least they've used a bit of imagination and not set it at a stupid price. Fair play on this one, I await my 7 year old training shirt in size xxxxl.

Of course attendance is higher when the team is winning - you're more inclined to go if you're more likely to have a good time, rather than a waste of time. The other factor is cost - I can only speak for myself but with everything costing more these days, I've far less disposable income for leisure and many are likely in a similar position. Combine the above and it's not tempting to use your money on the 'product' at ewood. In 22 years (since I've been driving, I live 35 miles away )this is the longest I've gone into a season without seeing the team.

De neve shouldn't get near a shirt again. His lack of effort for Smyth's goal and volley are embarrassing. Only been on the pitch a short time and no desire to get back in.

We're probably nothing more than a loss making venture in amongst many business interests for them. Can imagine a weekly meeting going through their portfolio: "Anything on the football club?" "Nope nothing from Suhail, must be going smoothly, he's not asked for anymore money". Of course they should take more interest, but i imagine at their level of wealth, you employ people to do that for you. We just ended up with people who care more about reducing the losses.

Wharton starting confirmed. Rudy rubbing his hands for a war chest until the funds mysteriously disappears and board pay increases