Match Talk

Majority of fans who have spoken to me don't see where we will score, though I hate to lift expectations as I do think we shouldn't inflate players, yet I do hold hopes that perhaps Bajner could score his second goal for us. We do have some players who do look likely to score even when the chips are down, however I do agree that it is hard to see us doing so at the current rate of play but knowing Notts we are extremely unpredictable. Also, most see this as a game whereby we will punished by a considerable amount of goals. I think it will be tighter than that, I think it's possible they could score several goals but I have 1-2 in my mind. For me it's about how defend an…

Notts County's youth team travelled this morning to the interestingly named Sun Hat Villas and Resorts Stadium - or the home of Lincoln United FC to you and me. I always enjoy the trips to watch the youth team at non-league grounds rather than a roped off field at an academy as there are usually luxurious facilities such as seats and sometimes even a half-time cup of tea. But I digress. With a month of inactivity the young 'Pies have fallen from a position 'closing in on the top spot' to exactly mid-table so a run of good results is now required. The good news, team wise, was the return of Colby Bishop to the team line-up after a spell in the first team squad. The tw…

Rooted bottom of the league it's not where Orient will want to be and they're good enough in my opinion to move a way from there, so this should be a warning for us. They aren't any push overs, just a side which are struggling and quite desperate to find some sort of form within League One. I do think we have the quality to beat them, however I am nervous as to how we will respond after Saturday. If we end up losing, it would be a concern but I still won't be thinking 'relegation' as this is typical football but what Derry needs to do is settle the squad and tactics, allowing the players to actually play the way he wants. I don't blame SD but I do think he's starting to…

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Here's yesterdays highlights, it's not as bad as I thought. It's actually good to re-see our chances, if only Bajner could have scored one of this efforts. >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxzgVs2LDYk Discuss folks

onwards and upwards once again. on a night when airwaves are rife with nottinghamshire managerial upheaveal - and not us for a change - as well as a buzzing deadline day grapevine, my thoughts turn to our next opponents. chesterfield - losing 0-1 on the final day at saltergate has happened at least three times in my memory, so not too happy / memorable times. players that link the two clubs; erm, this wont be too salubrious, but tom curtis, glynn hurst and tcham n'toya are my starters... things may be bad at present, but "trust" me, they're not that bad...

>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzv8iQzHkqs I'm speechless, all 3 goals.... Absolutely poor defending! Oldham appear to be on par with Swindon and Bristol City judging this, I wasn't impressed with Shauns 'honest' post match interview either. Time to get back together.

Much different compared to the last time we went there, the game wasn't that entertaining if it wasn't for surviving the League One drop - It would be nice to see a good attendance but several fans have already highlighted the weather concern. I don't think it will be a problem, the snow can hold off until at least Sunday. Notts need to regain their form here, it's time the squad pulled together and had a go. If we can put in a solid performance, I could see us winning this one but Oldham can be a team who we struggle against. Still I quite fancy Bajner to score, If only he could blow them off the park! Personally I don't think much of them as a unit. I think we could…

oldham athletic fills me with memories of 1990/91. the curious nature of the fixture computer meant that 1st played 4th and 2nd played 3rd on the final day. we (4th) went to west ham (1st) on the back of a good run in, (WWWWWW i think), and actually won at upton park 2-1. oldham (2nd) entertained sheff weds (3rd) at home, and beat them 3-2 (from 0-2 down i think) and finished with a very late goal. this curious set of results resulted in oldham snatching the title, and whilst west ham still celebrated promotion back to the top flight, they'd literally been done at home by little notts county! we went on to beat middlesborough and brighton in the playoffs, as th…

Heres the match highlights for our game against Peterborough United on the 24th jan 2015. >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJdsa2N1U3g

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I don't think Peterborough are a side which many sides should fear, especially compared to previous season. They do play some good football, however they are largely inconsistent and they haven't filled in the gaps left behind by losing key players. They invested quite heavily on raw, upcoming talent and it shows when watching them play. Their defence also looks pretty poor in my opinion. This doesn't mean I am writing them off on Saturday, I'm not but don't impress me like they have done. I know full well they have the quality to take the game to teams, however I see this as being another prime game where Notts can show just how much they have progressed themselves. I…

and to we think we've fallen away this season..... this weekend sees free scoring and free falling posh roll into town. the team that bought big from non-league and then sold on for huge profits, (cms, macclean, boyd, gayle etc) once again have the former two back in their ranks. hopefully their patchy form will continue past this weekend and they leave meadow lane empty handed for what would be the first time in a while. ferguson then surely to be under threat from the admirable but impatient mcanthony. links? quite a few spring to mind, but gary martindale, sean farell and andy legg are my starters...

Heres the match highlights for our game against Doncaster Rovers on the 20th jan 2015 which ended in a 0-0 draw. >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFx_WDYh2W0

Here's a view of what the general census of the Crewe Alexandra fans think. Before the Game Dickos1; Said "Win on Tuesday night and were more than likely in the playoffs, not a bad place to be halfway through the season. With all the chaos we had in the summer. Dickov is doing a smashing job" Dutch Uncle; Said "Although my head says draw at best I have a sneaky feeling that County's and Rovers' fortunes are changing - I am going for a lucky win!" Bristol Red Rover; Said "win - sorry late, but was what I'd say" Derby Viking; Said "No Wellens even on the bench. On his way out?" uros predic; Said "Jesus, normally people's first thought would be injury!" BillyStubbsTea…

It can't be said that this game will be any easy, in fact if we defend as we did against Crewe Alexandra - Doncaster Rovers will mostly punish us because they're a quality side. That said having see Santos (first time), Hayhurst, Thomas and Daniels. I think we have narrowed down that gap within the lack of creativity and ability to get the ball forward. Once things settle a bit, I think the attacking will start to connected. Thomas could have introduced more into the game, however this is no negative comment to the Derby lad he covered some ground and his effort was top notice. I would like to see more from Santos, especially with his running. Doncaster Rovers isn't rea…

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Here's a view of what the general census of the Crewe Alexandra fans think. Before the Game sankeyred; Said "I think were playing these at the right time,another away win 1-2." crewebacca; Said "Given the current form of both teams we'll hammer 'em 1-0 C.O.Y.R." BenAlexl Said "Tough one this not beaten County in the last nine meetings, but we are looking stronger in all departments so I will go with 1-2 COYR." alexmick; Said "Another tough away encounter, although they are all difficult in this very competitive league. Having not won away at County since 1997, perhaps this Alex outfit, with our new look forward line can do the business tomorrow and make headway on th…

Easy game right? Let's not go there. Crewe Alexandra have put together some decent results which in turn have lifted them up from the dreaded drop zone. Key results include winning those who never lose 'Bristol City' but they have also draw to sides in contention for promotion. In truth they can play some good football, although they do have an inexperienced squad. Some very good players are within their team (albeit unknown/underrated). Also, if anyone made use of their academy it's them. Several players have made the grade, part of the struggle for them from what I recall being mentioned when I last spoke to the Railwaymen's fans. We need to use this game to find ou…

Here we go folks, even the highlights look far better than many of the results games. I think you can highlight from the goals who pushed Notts forward yesterday and it was a great team effort. >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6Ef7pY3a3U What's your thoughts on the Pen? Daniels finish? Did Noble deserve to go? Discuss...

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Ok, then folks looking forward to our Saturday fixture against The Railwaymen... Who do we have then that connects the two clubs? Recently, Danny Haynes who unfortunately failed to shine with either... My shouts here; Febian Brandy Alan Sheehan and Luke "offside" Rodgers Over to you....

The Notts County youth team travelled to play Mansfield at a very blustery and cold Clipstone FC yesterday evening knowing that a victory would put them level on points with league leaders Hull City. There was a rare outing for striker Alex Kenlock, recently out on loan at Rainworth MW FC. An accident to the original keeper early on meant that the Stags' very young looking substitute keeper should have been in for a very busy time, especially as Notts had the advantage of the strong wind in the first half. Notts seemed reticent to shoot despite having the strong wind at their backs. Notts did the right thing, keeping the ball on the floor and passing well among…

Here's a view of what the general census of the Bristol City fans think. Before the Game 'Fatalist'; Said "In the game at Meadow Lane they were really timid. Derry said they had no choice but to get men behind the ball, we were so good. They just let us come at them. We really should have had it sewn up long before JET's winner. All this was with them as the HOME side. Don't expect them to come at us all guns blazing tomorrow." 'dandare 1966'; Said "Don,t panic we will get at em and they don,t like it up um." 'Marina's Rolls Royce'; Said "NC competed really well last time at BS3 and we were lucky to win. The TOTL spot is there for us and our team will want that every …

Prepare for the best here, which I think would be safe to say making sure we don't concede many. I'd hope we could leave with a draw, yet I don't see us winning. This said, Bristol have lost to some sides you would have expected to be slaughtered themselves and other teams similar to us have gotten draws. I don't have that feeling, I think they will win but it wouldn't be the end of the world or requiring 'Derry' out comments. With the lack of wingers (quality) I think our chances will be largely limited. I see the game ending 2-0 in their favour. Thoughts?