Chris

Hello, welcome to the Pride of Nottingham @Andystarscream. I hope you enjoy being a part of our Notts County community.

I have done similar things in the past via social media, and just because I have seen fans take to a certain player. It's really no fuss, I like seeing the reaction and how it pleases people. A kind gesture can make somebodies day, seeing comments, interactions lifts mine, and I am pleased to have something to focus on. I'm sure the majority of fans will appreciate this, as I am delighted that our subscribers are happy to also be a part of them. Without these kind members, it would be difficult to rely on donations or sales from our store. Thanks, mate. I do feel strongly about it. It might be something small, but once they are signed I do know fans cherish them. I wanted the subscribers to have the say on this, as it shows their involvement and how important it is. Most of them don't want anything in return, which is very heart-warming. Yet, I want them to see how their support makes a difference and I think this idea will show the community spirit side of things. Thanks for the kind comment, Lewis.

It doesn't really mean he will be able to put into use anything practical in his new role, but it is interesting. I think it's a good opportunity for him. There's a huge wave of people giving insights into football, some are good, some aren't. Even on X.com (Twitter) some of these people just talk a good game and don't really know anything. This isn't a shot at anyone directly, it's just something I notice. Especially, when you see someone delete posts because it makes them look clueless. There's absolutely nothing wrong with giving your opinion and being incorrect; just don't pretend to be in the know. Those who do know a thing or two, will always stand out and go further. So, good luck to this former Football Radar employee.

I can't read the article, since it's behind a paywall, but I do think that investigative journalism is something which still needs to be done. I hope Inverness Caledonian Thistles overcome all the issues. As a Scottish team, I have a very soft spot for them because of @GrannyPie. The shirts they wore back then were truly impressive. I really had a thing for football shirts when I was younger.

"Will headbutt if cornered!" I remember seeing this before; it's a very funny clip. It reminds me of SNL over in the US. Unfortunately, the way the world is becoming friendliness could be a rarer sight. I can be quite grumpy, unintentionally, but I am trying to take a friendly approach by speaking and saying hello, even to people who annoy me (which is a lot when I am out and about). Those who don't look where they are walking, or are glued to their phones with loud sound playing. Being nice tends to kill their behaviour, plus it saves people's ears when I don't complain about it.

Middlesbrough 2-2 Portsmouth Sunderland 0-1 Burnley Charlton Athletic 3-1 Bolton Wanderers (Joker) Lincoln City 1-0 Mansfield Town Cheltenham Town 0-0 AFC Wimbledon Newport County 0-2 Accrington Stanley Rochdale 1-0 Forest Green Rovers Sutton United 0-0 York City

I am not overly worried about the potential of losing Dan Crowley or Jodi Jones. I don't see Notts selling Crowley to MK Dons, I haven't seen much source of genuine interest. I am sure there's plenty watching him, but it seems to me more likely that Notts will have tougher competition at the end of the season. Jodi is enjoying his football, I think he's sensible to know that he and Notts have that connection. He had a tough time at Oxford United, and whilst I do acknowledge that he will probably have desires of playing higher. He has always come across as a loyal person, he remained with Coventry until they decided to let him go (due to injury). Personally, I think he wouldn't have wanted to leave. Notts has taken to him, with Meadow Lane becoming sort of an adopted home and I do believe that he will be wanting to see if we'll be able to play League One football. I think both players might be seeing if this is a likely possibility, it would be encouraging if Notts could strike whilst they are enjoying their football and we have the money to pay a bit more in wages. Get a new deal sorted.

I think Dan Crowley controlled the ball with his chest, not his arms, but the video angle does make it difficult to see clearly. The Grimsby player threw himself to the floor; it was one of the worst dives I have seen live. How the referee didn't book him for simulation I don't know. Notts made a strong start, displaying great focus and determination. Notts took control after scoring the further opening goal. I'm not even sure Grimsby had an attack in the first 15–20 minutes. If they did, I don't remember it. I mean, there were times later on when we had scored the second they looked determined to make a game of it. At times, I felt nervous about just how much we relied on two defenders to deal with their quick counters. They looked decent as a team with the ball, but clueless without it. Very poor defending, their keeper Jordan Wright had a pretty woeful game, but he was protected very well. Jodi Jones stunning goal, 100% a cross to the far post and the target was Jatta. It just flew into the net superbly, still a great goal even if he didn't mean it. I missed the Grimsby goal, I heard it was an Owler. It doesn't bother me, fans need to understand we are a squad that is League Two standard and some mistakes will happen. If they didn't, we wouldn't be in this league, nor would we have the quality that is in our squad. Even teams in the Premier League make fundamental mistakes, it's how you attack and learn. I believe we are showing signs, I am delighted for Stuart Maynard, and I would heap nothing but praise on the squad for an outstanding 90 minutes performance. Coming home, I think Mark Stallard was a bit complementary to Grimsby. I don't think they were as good as he made them sound, defensively they looked woeful, and I don't think Jordan Wright is a smart choice for their first keeper. As I said, coming into the game he makes me nervous, and I think he showed why. Yes, we were class, but Grimsby didn't really help by being pretty lacklustre. Solid win and overall performance, if we can continue to build on this we should have a good season in store.

Just after five, I'll be setting off with the lads to go meet a mate and his partner. I am looking forward to the game, I will be keeping an eye out on which Grimsby players I think did well. I am hoping that Notts shows the same level of ball retenion but in a manner that doesn't focus just on one wing. Sometimes the middle opens up nicely, all it needs is for one player to make a good run and whoever had the ball to spot that movement. I am sure it's going to be a good game.

He's a very good defender. Notts has shown some smart recruitment here because he will tick boxes with how flexible he is to cover positions. I think this is a great capture for us, I am looking forward to seeing Lucas Ness play for us when the time is right. Charlton Athletic have let go a player who had the potential to be a regular starter for them. A few more seasons, I am certain he would have been in the mix of their defence.

Creidt to Notts County Foundation and our club, it's something worth supporting and trying to make a difference. I know a lady in the KOP, who has been fighting cancer. She's a lovely woman, known her for a few years now and always remember seeing her home and away, sadly I don't think she's well enough to go now. Certainly something which makes you proud of Notts, this.

I remember a few challenges that Dion Kelly-Evans did whilst at Notts, some which could have easily seen him walk. Since leaving Notts, he's been a bit sulky with his previous teams and now that he's getting minutes with Woking, he commits a stupid challenge like this. It's not good or defendable by any means. Whilst I did like DKE for his effort, some of our fans cling to him like he was one of our best players, and he simply wasn't. His defending always seemed limited compared to his ability to go forward. If I had his pace, I wouldn't have slid in. It's not going to end well, he could have injured himself. I get that he's probably trying to retain his place and is just trying to work hard, but it's a poor decision. If a stream roller drove that fast, it wouldn't be permitted on a work site.

I actually had a call a few days ago, my phone on silent, but I was using it to do something. I noticed the call screen come up, but it quickly ended. I heard what seemed to be a soft-spoken Japanese woman speaking very rapidly. Left a voicemail message. I couldn't make sense of it, I just deleted the voicemail. It was very odd, thankfully nothing jumped out of my phone screen like "The Ring" or one of their famous horror films. Otherwise, I would have had a heart attack.

I think I would have to read their research before taking their thoughts as facts, it's so easy to get swept up with a lack of information. I don't have any concerns about how Notts are run; the club puts families first and does a great job with our younger fans. I am pleased that the YOUngPIES or whatever it goes under is much better run now. I would be very interested to learn why we were rated so low.

I wouldn't mind being able to canoe around the city centre, I could use the paddle as a 2-metre distance marker when people tried walking past on their phones, totally oblivious to the fact they are knee-deep in water. ????

I don't want to sound mean, but his best and only attribute was running. Yet, I wouldn't extend this to him doing it with the ball, he always looked quite clumsy and quite fortunate to be playing football. He never impressed me, and I would go as far as saying I believe clubs knew they could give him a hard time due to his lack of ability. I've never seen a player who had glimpses of looking decent enough, only to make a series of poor decisions. One of the worst crossers of the ball I have seen at Notts. I always wanted him to do well and he was friendly enough, I just never saw someone with ability. It could have been a confidence thing, but to me it was more a lack of technical ability. I'd always wish him well though.

Jodi Jones is a beast when he gets his confidence going forward, in the first half against Fleetwood he seemed more annoyed and irritated. When his heads are in the game, he can be truly unstoppable going forward, and we are extremely lucky to have him at Notts. I think every fan in League Two will see Jodi as a quality player. I know Elliott who recently did the "Opposition View" with me had glowing words for him. I am pleased for Dan Crowley as well.

The thing I find about Grimsby Town, is they tend to like to be considered the underdogs. Danny Rose is a player we know can cause issues for defenders, but if we remain tight to him and careful in the manner we challenge for the ball. I do think he would struggle. If he starts is a different question, but they have some very good players. Jordan Davies showed good form against Cheltenham, scoring a brace. He's on loan from Wrexham for the season. I am sure he will prove to be an important part of their team, as losing him would be a bit of a blow for them. I wonder if Wrexham does have a recall lease? @Dry Nelson Ray - timing might be hard, but I am sure it's obvious where I am going with this. *wink **wink I don't rate Grimsby's keeper and I also feel their defence can be a bit ropey. Jordan Wright, much like Jake Eastwood, lacks the experience you would expect from a first team keeper. Those are their two options, both of which have travelled between clubs and always seemed a backup. Eastwood once looked quite promising, but has settled for being a reserve keeper a bit too much IMO. Wright's performance for Alfreton Town was not impressive. He was Lincoln's backup keeper before signing for Grimsby, having come through Forest academy. A bit on the short side, but can be decent on his day.

It is a very good read, something which Notts will further capitalise on I think. Sunday at The Nest was a sight to behold, teeming with an abundance of people. I walked past with the intention of swinging in and grabbing a couple of pictures with my mobile. The navi will also be pleased, as they were very busy too. There's further benefits such as seeing if we can obtain any of their young good players, something which Alan Hardy almost destroyed. I know the Reedtz brothers have watched some of their games from time to time; a friend of mine usually lets me know as he's a steward for them (also a Forest fan). It's good that we are showing Nottingham that the city has two teams and Notts are no longer happy being stuck in the days of the past.

I'm reminded why I hate when the house is empty. @cheeky~k8, Jake, Ellie and Ava have gone over to her parents. I have been catching up with things, most PON related. On a different day, I would have been tempted to go spend time with @super_ram, but I will find time for that soon. The only thing away from my laptop that I have done is eat a cheese sandwich, take in a parcel and bring the bin down to my property.

I rarely watch Fusion Josh. He gives me vibes similar to Harry Kane. ???? But, this video was something that stumbled into my watch list when I allowed videos to overlap from what I was actually watching. It's a good video from the sense of capturing both sides and the vibes around Blackpool. I think the scenes near the end show how fed up Blackpool fans are. Blackpool's support was very impressive at the start and for most parts of the game, they seem to have been unlucky not to have taken the lead. Yet, Stockport are one of those teams that once they do score, they will push for more. I am surprised by how well they are growing, but I do think some of their fans are glory hunters and borderline delusional. They're not a Championship team, never have been but have a very good chance to become a stronger squad. I see no reason why they couldn't become a Peterborough United type team, but it's all about them being able to continue their success. As a team who benefitted from their time in the National League, they'll be wise to enjoy this and encourage it to continue.

It's good football by Leicester City, this space opens up a lot when you tend to ignore an opposing player. Vardy showed his experience of reading the game and staying in an area where Spurs seemed to be ignoring. He did well, to make himself open for the pass even with all the space - as he could have strayed offside or alerted Tottenham Hotspur sooner. It's almost something you would expect to see on the training ground. Yet the save is very standard, had the keeper been beaten it would lead to questions. It's a very routine save. I do think a younger Vardy would have finished that chance much better, and I would say it was a wasted chance with a very poor finish. Take into consideration Jamie Vardy's age, then some credit can be given, but it was very soft, and the keeper had a higher chance of saving it than allowing it to be conceded. The ball is literally placed right at the keeper, which again, you would put down to Vardy's age and the fact he had burst away.

@Robbie The star means it's featured. Circle dots show if the content is unread. It disappears when you have, so if you notice the circle re-appear it means there's something new which you haven't seen yet.

Would you be able to screenshot what you mean, @Robbie? I'll take a look. ????