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Abbott was everywhere on the field today, truly ran himself to a standstill. He's my Man of the Match.

Reading Maynard’s comments about the FA Cup reminded me why this competition is so special. It’s not just about the big wins, it’s about the dreams of going up against the best and showing what we’re capable of. Peterborough United will be a difficult test, their pace and counter-attacking ability could hurt us if we’re not careful. However, I believe in the progress we’ve made since the summer.

Jatta’s development has been great to see this season. He’s becoming a player we can really rely on, even if his name isn’t always on the scoresheet. What I admire most is how he’s willing to put the team first. Whether it’s making a decoy run or helping out defensively, he’s always switched on and giving his all.

As long as we put in the effort or secure a win, that's all that matters in the end. Newport County are a team we should be able to beat, despite their tendency to make matches challenging. Notts needs to focus on playing the ball forward and testing their defence and goalkeeper. I agree, a good result would give us a boost going into this crucial and tough stage of the season. It’s important to build momentum with positive outcomes, especially at this point in the campaign.

I'm really excited about the plans for safe standing next season. Many fans have been advocating for this change, and it has the potential to significantly enhance the atmosphere at Meadow Lane. I trust the club will collaborate closely with supporters to ensure its proper implementation. This initiative highlights the club's responsiveness to feedback, which is always a positive sign. It's heartening to see the club take steps that reflect the desires and suggestions of the fan base.

I’m intrigued by the plans for safe standing next season. It’s something many fans have been asking for, and it could really improve the atmosphere at Meadow Lane. I hope the club works closely with supporters to make sure it’s implemented in the right way. This kind of initiative shows they’re listening to feedback, which is always encouraging.

I’m a bit conflicted about all this. Football has long been about the raw, unfiltered display of talent and endurance, where every player must earn their stripes. Introducing influencers feels like it trivialises that journey, making it seem not about skill but about popularity. In essence, football is a meritocracy and blending it with social media culture could disrupt that balance. Yet, I understand clubs’ need for progressive, marketable strategies to stay afloat financially and remain relevant. Imagine if it does bring a new wave of fans who perhaps fall in love with the actual sport! However, those already invested in the culture may feel let down, questioning why a genuine fan or player wasn't the club's first pick.

It's a pleasing result, and it shows the difference between this season's team and last season's. We have an edge now that helps us see out games without getting flustered or panicking when we don’t have the ball. Also, credit to Stuart Maynard, who might have been tempted to make changes to improve our attack but chose to keep the momentum we had built. I felt a goal was coming, so I didn't think much needed to change.

Barrow gave us a proper challenge, especially in the first half. They pressed well and took their chance, which meant we were on the back foot for a while. However, I thought we grew into the game, and by the second half, we looked more like ourselves. The equaliser was deserved, and we had some good chances after that. It’s disappointing not to have grabbed a winner, but a draw was probably fair given the balance of play. Crowley’s influence was clear again, and it’s good to see Jatta making an impact too. A solid point in the end, and we’ll need to keep building from here.

Really pleased with the result today. We looked a bit shaky at times, but credit to the lads for keeping their heads and grinding out a result. Defensively, we were solid, and it’s great to see the team able to close out games like this. It wasn’t flashy, but it was a proper team performance with everyone putting in a shift. This is exactly what we need if we want to push for promotion.

There should be goals in this game; I would be surprised if it ended 0-0. A draw seems likely with our current away form, but we can only return to winning ways by controlling the game or finishing the chances we get. Notts can play very good attacking football, and we need to see this in tomorrow’s game.

It’s unfair to blame Stuart Maynard for the draw. Some fans need to accept that we will have days like this and Notts won’t win every game. If they hold onto the desire for promotion, it’s best to be patient and encouraging, as every point matters when it reaches the crucial end of the season. It’s such a good point, considering Morecambe could have had a second, and it would have been goodnight for us had that happened. A well-fought, solid point.

Very good match report. The officials did give some fouls for needless things, but I do agree we have to be a bit more sensible with how we defend. I think part of it was frustration too, but none of our players looked like they were walking. Morecambe are lucky to have ended the game with 10 men and not fewer.

It’s a hard decision because none of the lads played badly, but my vote would go to Jacob Bedaeu.

It’s frustrating to lose after such a good performance. I thought we were the better side for most of the game, but Gillingham set up well defensively and limited our chances. That being said, we still had plenty of opportunities, and on another day we could’ve had two or three goals. The disallowed goal was a tough one to take, especially after seeing it back. It looked onside to me, but sometimes the decisions just don’t go your way. Injuries didn’t help either, with Jodi Jones going off, but the squad has enough depth to cope. Hopefully, Jatta will be back soon. We’ll need to be more clinical going forward, but plenty of positives to build on.