“Onslaught” They had 1 shot on target all game, and had a goal less on xG too despite the extra man for 30 minutes. Awful from Italy (and the ref)

Do they need one?

Funny you mention that…. I’ve just seen on socials that the vile man who organised that (apparently a close friend of a certain Tommy Robinson) is in Naples for tonight’s match with a “Diego’s In A Box” St George’s Cross flag. Given the reputation of fans in Naples, he might not be around to participate in our 2k allocation anyway.

Least televised Burnley, Norwich, Watford, Southampton in 2022 all shown more than most televised Manchester United in 1993. Broadcasting / TV / Technology has evolved dramatically so I guess that isn't a surprise but still feels like quite the image. Still, guaranteed a minimum ~£100m isn't to be sniffed at for Rovers (and we've probably been on tele more than 12 times this season anyway!

Yeah TV income is something like £100m. Difference between £250 a season ticket and £450 a season ticket is worth max £3-4m (likely far less as you'd sell less at the higher price), and off-set by increased away ticket sales.

Even in the relegation year under Kean and Venkys we averaged 22.5k. We'd be a popular away trip as it'll be a while since some clubs have visited (Fernhurst rubbing their hands together), it won't be the case of 400 Reading fans etc. Every club would easily bring 3k+ up there, except the south coast clubs maybe. BBE Lower and JW would be pretty much full which is 15k or so, then add in the bits of Riverside, worst case it'd be 20k for a regular game and 25k for the 'big clubs', average out around 22k-23k for the season (far fewer Tue/Wed night games helps this too). EDIT: Ah, agree if it was meant as home fans attendance. By the way, has something been released about the stand at all? Or has the thread randomly got back to life as it does each year? I actually thought the stand to the left of the away fans at Bramall Lane looked like a good option for the Riverside, albeit a little bigger than we'd want. Similar to WBA/PNE above it had a box level at the top.

Dragged myself to the Ireland friendly tonight against Latvia. I’d be amazed if Sammie doesn’t make the squad next time around (although Ireland squads often have more shocking call ups than England). Some real dire midfield players still knocking around, certainly lacking creativity - why on earth would you still use Hendricks and McClean in a friendly. Smallbone was the best player on the pitch, but there is definitely space for Szmodics in there too.

In the lower tier apparently too - thought we'd chuck them in the upper tier given the allocation

By kick off all rivals will only have 2 games left (we'll still have Burnley GIH too). Not unconceivable that we go into this knowing 3 points would guarantee us a playoff spot! Would only need to be 4 points clear (current gap) at kick off.

Final one from me as I work my way through the recording - loved JDT’s reaction to Szmodics goal. Didn’t see that for 5 years. The bloke wants success.

Holy shit - rewatching the match on a recording. Did McCoist really say all that nonsense for the penalty. What on earth is he on about the senile muppet. Only explanation is that he had no replays to watch. These guys get paid for this commentary / punditry.

JDT has the international break now to train with Wharton and Travis as the middle two going forward. Get them up to speed together. Unfortunately Morton hasn’t got it at this level, regardless of the lying on the floor incident. £10m to Dortmund you’re having a laugh Summed up with his quote in the Times yesterday (yes the small Rovers article was just about the Liverpool loanee). It was something like “It’s not the Champions League but it’s something I need to do” - piss off mate.

Anyone know where the MOTD equivalent is for FA Cup tonight (assuming there is one and it isn’t actually on MOTD) ?

Feeling Supersonic, Give me Sammie Szmodics!

Agree with all of those except Smod who id rank higher, likely a 7 and maybe even an 8. Must be hard having Morton behind you and Gally in front. Brilliant engine and great goal.

I’m absolutely gutted, lots to read through here. It was a cracking day out, we put in a performance that wins more times than it loses, but that’s football - I thought Travis was superb, he’s up against 3 in the middle and not getting much pressing/aggression from his partner next to him. Best player on the pitch, maybe after Ndiaye for them. - Subs were questionable in my opinion, mainly the formation change, it just invited pressure. Then again when we’re down 3-2 why have we chucked Garrett on over Wharton (in terms of creative players). The latter just has to be first choice alongside Travis going forward. Having said that, JDT has worked wonders at the club, we should be proud of the performance, big deflections and long range winners, when your luck is in, it’s in. Looking forward to smashing them in the playoffs and embracing their administration and rebirth as Hallam Blades FC next year. Unbelievable you can play players you’ve missed payments for. The referee performance isn’t even worth wasting time on. We see these dollopers every week, shocking.

Snake Pass looking glorious today. Sun is shining on the east of the Pennines

Great set of results for us. Now let’s enjoy tomorrow!

It’s bizarre as well, as he was dropped and has only returned on the back of Buckleys injury. Think we can put that one to bed now

Looks like Bet Fred are your best odds at 1004/1, will be able to back in their high street shop too if you don’t have / don’t want to open an account.

Would pretty much have to limit walk ons to Darwen End only and I think you’d get 5k for a playoff decider and ticket offer at the start of the summer. Would be great though I agree. Even if they sold 3k in there in the centre and put the edges under the advertising they currently use. It was full for Oxford, trying to remember what that stand was like for Bournemouth but I can’t fully remember.

It feels like it’s basically a case of he decides to stay if we go up, he 99% leaves if we don’t and a small 1% chance that JDT and Greg work their magic and we have him in this league again next year.

Happy St Patrick’s day to the Irish lot on here (bring back BIGDOG!) - I managed to get through a mental Dublin and on my way back for this one at the weekend. If you’re not excited for this with 6k of us in the away end then it’s not for you! This is what following Rovers is all about. All I ask for is a better performance than the Millwall shambles (I think that’s pretty much a given) Also - this weekend is your last chance for the 1000/1 FA Cup and Promotion double! I’m sure some of you have some Diaz winnings left over for a nice summer bonus.

FA cup finalist doesn’t make Europe anymore - you need to win the whole thing unfortunately, so still about 1 in 100 chance now.

Haha - had to go in and edit that! Suppose keepers start ‘behind’ these days to make sure they’re not off the line for the kick (let me get away with it!)