If Jan Poortvliet is correct and all Saints lack is a bit of belief, they should have gone at least some way to putting that right in last night's friendly against West Ham.
The head coach said he would treat the match as if it were the season opener against Cardiff a week today.
In truth the opposition meant that was hard. West Ham had top quality Premiership players on show but ones who are a week behind Saints in their preparations for the new season.
But this was more about what Saints could do rather than anything else and there were some encouraging signs even though it is fair to say they go into the first day of the Championship season not the finished article.
The major pre-season concern has been the lack of goals, with only one netted in three first team friendlies up until last night.
There still appeared to be a major lack of confidence in the final third until Saints scored - and suddenly you could visibly see the players start to produce the belief Poortvliet has talked about as they began to think that perhaps they were good enough to compete.
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If there is still one problem it's that elusive final ball where Saints are falling down.
At the back despite a lack of pace and the occasional exposing of the full backs they looked very solid, Michael Svensson marshalling the defence well.
Lloyd James at right back has got to be the star of pre-season, having been excellent in every game he's played and very much looking the part.
He is not only defending well but gets forward and can deliver a great cross.
The holding midfield duo of Morgan Schneiderlin and Simon Gillett look solid. Schneiderlin we know is a class act, the question has been whether he needs a Gillett type or a more experienced head alongside him but they are a good pair.
When you get to the front players there is plenty of promise but it is here that the belief is at times lacking and that's where that final ball scenario creeps in.
Adam Lallana looks decent in the hole, Lee Holmes and Jake Thomson weren't equally so in the attacking wide positions.
When they do look confident they can deliver but that belief must become a permanent feature rather than a fleeting one.
David McGoldrick has set himself up to start against Cardiff with two much needed goals. His main problem has been trying to calm his enthusiasm to run non-stop and realise his role in this set-up is to be the predator down the middle.
But the one thing the youngsters do have is a massive appetite to do well and what's more to do well for each other - and that shines through.
Holmes had the first chance of the match and showed a decisive edge when he opted to shoot on seven minutes but Marek Stech turned it wide at the near post.
James made two great defensive blocks before, on the second one, the ball rebounded to Carlton Cole whose effort was saved by Bartosz Bialkowski.
But midway through the half Saints suddenly started to get going, keeping the ball well, perhaps buoyed by the realisation that Poortvliet's words that they can compete might have a basis.
First McGoldrick and then Lallana missed the target before Thomson cut inside and saw his curling shot plucked out of the air by Stech.
Saints really hit top form shortly after, when they scored twice in four minutes.
The first came on 32 minutes, James with an inviting, curling, tantalising cross to the far post and McGoldrick peeling off his man and heading downwards to beat Stech.
Saints doubled their lead on 36 minutes when Holmes took advantage of a loose ball after what looked a West Ham free kick that was never given and slid the ball into McGoldrick's path.
Out of the corner of his eye he saw Stech advancing and lifted the ball over the advancing keeper, a terrific finish for 2-0.
It could have been 3-0 when Holmes crossed to McGoldrick on 38 minutes but this time his header was directed at the keeper. At the other end Bialkowski did well to stop from Craig Bellamy.
Sadly, an old and unwelcome Saints trait returned towards the end of half - uncertain defending of set-pieces.
First Saints somehow bundled the ball behind for a corner, but with little knowledge of how.
Then from the next effort from the other side they left Callum Davenport unmarked and he duly made it 2-1.
West Ham made second half changes and looked hungrier and sharper for it.
Saints threatened first with a McGoldrick chip that never quite got going and then a Svensson header over the bar.
Thomson had a gilt edged chance on 54 minutes, through one-on-one after robbing Valron Behrami of the ball, but his finish lacked that belief.
It was past the advancing keeper but tamely wide.
Bialkowski had already scrambled away a Carlton Cole header but was helpless to prevent the Hammers levelling on 64 minutes.
Behrami got to the right by-line and cut the ball back to sub Zavon Hines who hit a brilliant low first time volley into the bottom corner.
The remainder of the match continued to be played at a high tempo but there was no winner for either side, the Hammers coming closest when Junior Stanislas tried his luck from distance but Bialkwoski, at full stretch, turned the ball round the post.
But for Saints the important thing was not the result but to capture a bit more of that much needed belief.
I was there last night and it really does look promising for the season.The Dutch duo really have got us playing some good football.True we need some more bite up front but that will surely come as the season progresses.
Its amazing how far we have come with NPs departure well done to Wilde&Lowe for having the balls to do it.
No doubt the whingers (who probably werent there) will find something to moan about.But never mind I am really looking forward to this coming season.
I was there last night and it really does look promising for the season.The Dutch duo really have got us playing some good football.True we need some more bite up front but that will surely come as the season progresses.
Its amazing how far we have come with NPs departure well done to Wilde&Lowe for having the balls to do it.
No doubt the whingers (who probably werent there) will find something to moan about.But never mind I am really looking forward to this coming season.
Posted by: Condor Man, Southampton on 7:31am Sat 2 Aug 08
I wasn't at the match but from what I've heard there's plenty to be pleased about. We're not going to play teams like West Ham in the Championship and to be honest looking at the division there's plenty of crap out there.
Schneiderlin and Holmes look to be great signings.
I wasn't at the match but from what I've heard there's plenty to be pleased about. We're not going to play teams like West Ham in the Championship and to be honest looking at the division there's plenty of crap out there.
Schneiderlin and Holmes look to be great signings.
Posted by: Andy Welsh, Sudbury on 7:37am Sat 2 Aug 08
While we obviously shouldn't get carried away over this result, you would have to be one of the most rabid Lowe haters not to feel a glint of optimism, if Saints played as well as reports sugggest. It is still very much early days and there is still much to improve, but perhaps we are beginning to believe this can work.
While we obviously shouldn't get carried away over this result, you would have to be one of the most rabid Lowe haters not to feel a glint of optimism, if Saints played as well as reports sugggest. It is still very much early days and there is still much to improve, but perhaps we are beginning to believe this can work.
Posted by: thedelldays, southampton on 7:52am Sat 2 Aug 08
who ever stays away because of lowe after seeing what this team will do more often than not will be missing a treat...I was told burley played "passing football" sorry, after watching that last night he does not!!! That was some of the best football I have seen in years..
Holmes, schniederlin, gillit and james were absolute stars made scott parker, craig bellamy, lucas neill and co look like mugs..
watching James play like he did at RB made me feel physically sick at the thought of previous management playing jermian wright there so much..
If this is what Rupert Lowe see's as the way forward as we are cash strapped, THEN I WANT TO SEE MORE...
who ever stays away because of lowe after seeing what this team will do more often than not will be missing a treat...I was told burley played "passing football" sorry, after watching that last night he does not!!! That was some of the best football I have seen in years..
Holmes, schniederlin, gillit and james were absolute stars made scott parker, craig bellamy, lucas neill and co look like mugs..
watching James play like he did at RB made me feel physically sick at the thought of previous management playing jermian wright there so much..
If this is what Rupert Lowe see's as the way forward as we are cash strapped, THEN I WANT TO SEE MORE...
I too am getting very excited about the forthcoming season, the team is starting to work together very well, lets get some big crowds at sms and really get behind the lads and with a bit of luck and the wind in the right direction we can finish in the top two!
COME ON YOU SAINTS
I too am getting very excited about the forthcoming season, the team is starting to work together very well, lets get some big crowds at sms and really get behind the lads and with a bit of luck and the wind in the right direction we can finish in the top two!
Well well, what a very pleasant surprise! Saints were great last night, and though it's certainly passing football, it's a million miles from the interminably dull fare served up by the likes of Burley and Hoddle. These players actually seem to know where the goal is; there was none of that horrible square stuff in the middle of the park and we even got to see (shock horror!) the occasional good long ball.
Schneiderlin was the best player on the park by a country mile, but how can we possibly hope to keep him if he can play like that?
Of course the rough and tumble of the Championship is another matter, but this was a great Saints performance by anyone's standards.
They could yet prove me and the other cynics wrong.....
Well well, what a very pleasant surprise! Saints were great last night, and though it's certainly passing football, it's a million miles from the interminably dull fare served up by the likes of Burley and Hoddle. These players actually seem to know where the goal is; there was none of that horrible square stuff in the middle of the park and we even got to see (shock horror!) the occasional good long ball.
Schneiderlin was the best player on the park by a country mile, but how can we possibly hope to keep him if he can play like that?
Of course the rough and tumble of the Championship is another matter, but this was a great Saints performance by anyone's standards.
They could yet prove me and the other cynics wrong.....
Posted by: nigel devlin, romsey on 9:21am Sat 2 Aug 08
As a West ham fan at the game i must agree that the saints looked good at time and hopefully they will do well this year as for West Ham it could be another one of those seasons. P.S Shame that so many Saints fans did not turn up to support there team! Hammers were there in force but thats a given.
As a West ham fan at the game i must agree that the saints looked good at time and hopefully they will do well this year as for West Ham it could be another one of those seasons. P.S Shame that so many Saints fans did not turn up to support there team! Hammers were there in force but thats a given.
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 9:23am Sat 2 Aug 08
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Posted by: Sally Hamilton, Soton on 9:47am Sat 2 Aug 08
I would love to see some negative comments after last nights performance! I was there and was very pleased. We were lucky to stay up last season and last night played a decent west ham team. Yes it was just one game, but what a game! Great football. I hope JP continues what he is doing and ignores comments from negative armchair fans that you see on here!
I would love to see some negative comments after last nights performance! I was there and was very pleased. We were lucky to stay up last season and last night played a decent west ham team. Yes it was just one game, but what a game! Great football. I hope JP continues what he is doing and ignores comments from negative armchair fans that you see on here!
Posted by: SaintsOnTheSettee, Oxfordshire UK on 9:51am Sat 2 Aug 08
Confident attacking football again!
Welcome back!
I know that there will be a number of posters that will suggest that fans should exercise a little bit of restraint because it was only a friendly game, BUT WHY?
It's our job to get excited ... isn't it?
I LOVE SAINTS
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Confident attacking football again!
Welcome back!
I know that there will be a number of posters that will suggest that fans should exercise a little bit of restraint because it was only a friendly game, BUT WHY?
It's our job to get excited ... isn't it?
I LOVE SAINTS
http://www.saintsont
hesettee.forumotion.
net
Come and share your positive vibes with other like minded Saints fans!
I totally agree with all the comments above. Saints were outstanding last night and if they play like that for even of the majority of the season I think we will be looking at a top 2 if not play off spot.
I particularly like the look of Schneiderlin, he looks a class act! Lloyd James was brilliant at right back aswell. If this is Lowes plan then I am all for it if it produces games of the quality of last night.
If we can get St Marys full every game it will be a big boost for the players so come on you stay aways get back to the ground and support the TEAM not the management otherwise you will be missing a treat!
COYR!
I totally agree with all the comments above. Saints were outstanding last night and if they play like that for even of the majority of the season I think we will be looking at a top 2 if not play off spot.
I particularly like the look of Schneiderlin, he looks a class act! Lloyd James was brilliant at right back aswell. If this is Lowes plan then I am all for it if it produces games of the quality of last night.
If we can get St Marys full every game it will be a big boost for the players so come on you stay aways get back to the ground and support the TEAM not the management otherwise you will be missing a treat!
Wow what a difference a couple of months make!!
Now we have got rid of the players here for their meal tickets we seem to have a squad that wants to play for each other. I for one have been on this website criticizing the board and the squad but i am truly optimistic for the new season. Fair play mr lowe i think you may have this one right. COYR!!!
Wow what a difference a couple of months make!!
Now we have got rid of the players here for their meal tickets we seem to have a squad that wants to play for each other. I for one have been on this website criticizing the board and the squad but i am truly optimistic for the new season. Fair play mr lowe i think you may have this one right. COYR!!!
[quote][bold]Saints No 1 Fan[/bold] wrote:
I totally agree with all the comments above. Saints were outstanding last night and if they play like that for even of the majority of the season I think we will be looking at a top 2 if not play off spot. I particularly like the look of Schneiderlin, he looks a class act! Lloyd James was brilliant at right back aswell. If this is Lowes plan then I am all for it if it produces games of the quality of last night. If we can get St Marys full every game it will be a big boost for the players so come on you stay aways get back to the ground and support the TEAM not the management otherwise you will be missing a treat! COYR![/quote] I don't know whether to say I agree with you or say "please don't tempt fate".
I'm still aiming for safety, followed by financial improvement but a few wins in the bag and who knows.
My wish last season was for 3 wins in a row.
If we get a few of those - who knows, maybe it will be the biggest prize of all.
Up the Saints!!
Saints No 1 Fan wrote:
I totally agree with all the comments above. Saints were outstanding last night and if they play like that for even of the majority of the season I think we will be looking at a top 2 if not play off spot. I particularly like the look of Schneiderlin, he looks a class act! Lloyd James was brilliant at right back aswell. If this is Lowes plan then I am all for it if it produces games of the quality of last night. If we can get St Marys full every game it will be a big boost for the players so come on you stay aways get back to the ground and support the TEAM not the management otherwise you will be missing a treat! COYR!
I don't know whether to say I agree with you or say "please don't tempt fate".
I'm still aiming for safety, followed by financial improvement but a few wins in the bag and who knows.
My wish last season was for 3 wins in a row.
If we get a few of those - who knows, maybe it will be the biggest prize of all.
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] And it would have been the most talented player ever to be seen in your slum - despite the millions.
True Blue wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
And it would have been the most talented player ever to be seen in your slum - despite the millions.
Posted by: Dr Who, Basingstoke on 10:55am Sat 2 Aug 08
Well, what an inspirational night! A good turn out of red radiators watching a well groomed team with skill, enthusiasm, determination and a genuine desire to give 100% of their best. The atmosphere was good,and fans left with a warm feeling inside. How refreshing. Just the tonic we needed.
For any red drainers still out there - my advice would be - quit dwelling on the past and change direction. Yesterday has gone, measurable progress has been made under JP and the chairman didn't even make the bench! Give credit where it is due. Good news travels fast. Rejoin the red radiators - - - otherwise you may find it difficult to get a seat!
Can't wait to attend the Stoke match to get another fix!
Well, what an inspirational night! A good turn out of red radiators watching a well groomed team with skill, enthusiasm, determination and a genuine desire to give 100% of their best. The atmosphere was good,and fans left with a warm feeling inside. How refreshing. Just the tonic we needed.
For any red drainers still out there - my advice would be - quit dwelling on the past and change direction. Yesterday has gone, measurable progress has been made under JP and the chairman didn't even make the bench! Give credit where it is due. Good news travels fast. Rejoin the red radiators - - - otherwise you may find it difficult to get a seat!
Can't wait to attend the Stoke match to get another fix!
[quote][bold]Martin Orford[/bold] wrote:
Well well, what a very pleasant surprise! Saints were great last night, and though it's certainly passing football, it's a million miles from the interminably dull fare served up by the likes of Burley and Hoddle. These players actually seem to know where the goal is; there was none of that horrible square stuff in the middle of the park and we even got to see (shock horror!) the occasional good long ball. Schneiderlin was the best player on the park by a country mile, but how can we possibly hope to keep him if he can play like that? Of course the rough and tumble of the Championship is another matter, but this was a great Saints performance by anyone's standards. They could yet prove me and the other cynics wrong.....[/quote] Good post. I am not a fan of Lowe, but despite that I am delighted with last night's result because I am a supporter of SFC.
I'm now looking forward to seeing how the team handle Stoke, next week, which I see as the key pre-season game for the young'uns. Stoke will be more physical and more like the CCC teams we will face from next Saturday, and despite not liking Lowe, I wish them well for that game and the rest of the season.
Martin Orford wrote:
Well well, what a very pleasant surprise! Saints were great last night, and though it's certainly passing football, it's a million miles from the interminably dull fare served up by the likes of Burley and Hoddle. These players actually seem to know where the goal is; there was none of that horrible square stuff in the middle of the park and we even got to see (shock horror!) the occasional good long ball. Schneiderlin was the best player on the park by a country mile, but how can we possibly hope to keep him if he can play like that? Of course the rough and tumble of the Championship is another matter, but this was a great Saints performance by anyone's standards. They could yet prove me and the other cynics wrong.....
Good post. I am not a fan of Lowe, but despite that I am delighted with last night's result because I am a supporter of SFC.
I'm now looking forward to seeing how the team handle Stoke, next week, which I see as the key pre-season game for the young'uns. Stoke will be more physical and more like the CCC teams we will face from next Saturday, and despite not liking Lowe, I wish them well for that game and the rest of the season.
Posted by: miserableoldgit, Southampton on 11:23am Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
True Blue wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 11:45am Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name.
In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry.
MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name.
In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry.
MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
Posted by: Dr Watson, Swindon on 12:02pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]Dr Who[/bold] wrote:
Well, what an inspirational night! A good turn out of red radiators watching a well groomed team with skill, enthusiasm, determination and a genuine desire to give 100% of their best. The atmosphere was good,and fans left with a warm feeling inside. How refreshing. Just the tonic we needed. For any red drainers still out there - my advice would be - quit dwelling on the past and change direction. Yesterday has gone, measurable progress has been made under JP and the chairman didn't even make the bench! Give credit where it is due. Good news travels fast. Rejoin the red radiators - - - otherwise you may find it difficult to get a seat! Can't wait to attend the Stoke match to get another fix! [/quote] I have to agree. I spoke to my father who went to the game and, as an elderly gentleman, he rarely gets excited. He was so enthused by the performance, he got lost on his way home.
ps. If anyone finds a lost looking man wandering around SMS, please post a message here.
Dr Who wrote:
Well, what an inspirational night! A good turn out of red radiators watching a well groomed team with skill, enthusiasm, determination and a genuine desire to give 100% of their best. The atmosphere was good,and fans left with a warm feeling inside. How refreshing. Just the tonic we needed. For any red drainers still out there - my advice would be - quit dwelling on the past and change direction. Yesterday has gone, measurable progress has been made under JP and the chairman didn't even make the bench! Give credit where it is due. Good news travels fast. Rejoin the red radiators - - - otherwise you may find it difficult to get a seat! Can't wait to attend the Stoke match to get another fix!
I have to agree. I spoke to my father who went to the game and, as an elderly gentleman, he rarely gets excited. He was so enthused by the performance, he got lost on his way home.
ps. If anyone finds a lost looking man wandering around SMS, please post a message here.
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name.
In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry.
MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
[/quote] [bold]WOW what a boring little boy you are
This is why children should not be allowed to use the internet Unsupervised
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True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any "True Blues"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name.
In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry.
MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
WOW what a boring little boy you are
This is why children should not be allowed to use the internet Unsupervised
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary\\\'s, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man. [/quote] England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps?
Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored.
Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps?
Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored.
Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
Posted by: Dennis Butler, Singapore on 1:01pm Sat 2 Aug 08
As a 65 year-old Cowes-born "Saints" supporter now Singapore-domiciled to defend the last remnants of the Colonial Empire, I am however heartened by the new regime - Rupert Lowe & the Dutch duet. Financial stability - to avoid falling into the same kind of abyss as the likes of Luton Town & Rotherham United now find themselves - can only compliment what I perceive (admittedly at a long distance) as some adroit professionalism from Poortvliet & Wotte in blending some Academy youngsters into a partnership of some professional self-belief with respected seniors such as Svensson. But next Saturday's away game @ Cardiff City will be an initial litmus test as to whether the new formula will stand up to the rigours of another gruelling Coca-Cola Championship campaign with those elusive Premiership promotion slots always at stake.
But Good Luck to "Saints" nevertheless from this supportive Singapore household
As a 65 year-old Cowes-born "Saints" supporter now Singapore-domiciled to defend the last remnants of the Colonial Empire, I am however heartened by the new regime - Rupert Lowe & the Dutch duet. Financial stability - to avoid falling into the same kind of abyss as the likes of Luton Town & Rotherham United now find themselves - can only compliment what I perceive (admittedly at a long distance) as some adroit professionalism from Poortvliet & Wotte in blending some Academy youngsters into a partnership of some professional self-belief with respected seniors such as Svensson. But next Saturday's away game @ Cardiff City will be an initial litmus test as to whether the new formula will stand up to the rigours of another gruelling Coca-Cola Championship campaign with those elusive Premiership promotion slots always at stake.
But Good Luck to "Saints" nevertheless from this supportive Singapore household
Posted by: Saint Madcap, Horndean on 1:28pm Sat 2 Aug 08
Well what can i say, light at the end of the tunnel that's what!
The Kids are Alright. Well done.
My only concerns are that we seemed a bit light weight up front and, can we play like this on a cold wet November Saturday away from home. Time will tell. We bossed The Hammers last night that's a good start.
Welcome home Killer. C-O-Y-R
Well what can i say, light at the end of the tunnel that's what!
The Kids are Alright. Well done.
My only concerns are that we seemed a bit light weight up front and, can we play like this on a cold wet November Saturday away from home. Time will tell. We bossed The Hammers last night that's a good start.
Welcome home Killer. C-O-Y-R
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 1:56pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]The oracle[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary\\\'s, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man. [/quote] England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much![/quote] Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history.
So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors.
Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'.
I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year.
As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him?
Get real.
He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints.
The oracle wrote:
True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history.
So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors.
Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'.
I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year.
As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him?
Get real.
He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints.
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]The oracle[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary\\\'s, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man. [/quote] England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much![/quote] Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints. [/quote] Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it
come on you saints
True Blue wrote:
The oracle wrote:
True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints.
Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it
Posted by: yorkie, Pocklington on 2:30pm Sat 2 Aug 08
Please by the result, but this was a Prem side with a number of key players missing, and really only warming up for 2-weeks time.
When we have Davies back in the middle next to Killer, and Davis back in goal - we could be the real deal!
Concern about the set piece debacle and the end of the first half - all too familiar.
Seen it written elsewhere - but West Ham do let you play. There are not many teams in the Championship let you do that. WBA managed to play ther way out of the league, but they had people who scored all over the park.
As for the crowd of 12,000+ - a reflection on time of year, and the fact it was a friendly. I wouldn't have gone even if I lived in So'ton, so I didn't stay away because of Lowe. Still won't come to SMS while he is there, but I will be at Derby when I get back from Egypt.
There is a lot to be positive about - but will we be out muscled? Will skill factor win out? I think our players may get kicked and intimidated in the league - but I'm hoping not.
Are they strong and fit enough to do it for 44-games?
Lots of questions only time will tell - don't forget Watford last year walking the league by a contry mile at Christmas and then faded badly. Only a week to go then it's for real.
Please by the result, but this was a Prem side with a number of key players missing, and really only warming up for 2-weeks time.
When we have Davies back in the middle next to Killer, and Davis back in goal - we could be the real deal!
Concern about the set piece debacle and the end of the first half - all too familiar.
Seen it written elsewhere - but West Ham do let you play. There are not many teams in the Championship let you do that. WBA managed to play ther way out of the league, but they had people who scored all over the park.
As for the crowd of 12,000+ - a reflection on time of year, and the fact it was a friendly. I wouldn't have gone even if I lived in So'ton, so I didn't stay away because of Lowe. Still won't come to SMS while he is there, but I will be at Derby when I get back from Egypt.
There is a lot to be positive about - but will we be out muscled? Will skill factor win out? I think our players may get kicked and intimidated in the league - but I'm hoping not.
Are they strong and fit enough to do it for 44-games?
Lots of questions only time will tell - don't forget Watford last year walking the league by a contry mile at Christmas and then faded badly. Only a week to go then it's for real.
Posted by: Acersaint, Corby on 2:58pm Sat 2 Aug 08
I am over the moon at the reports given by those lucky enough to have seen the game last night. For the first time in several years we can actually look forward to the season. Well done JP and your team and three cheers for the youngsters. Still I can't understand why the sad supporters down the road have nothing better to do than post on our site. I have NO inclination to even visit theirs ( do they have one!!) cant wait to get to a game home or away.
I am over the moon at the reports given by those lucky enough to have seen the game last night. For the first time in several years we can actually look forward to the season. Well done JP and your team and three cheers for the youngsters. Still I can't understand why the sad supporters down the road have nothing better to do than post on our site. I have NO inclination to even visit theirs ( do they have one!!) cant wait to get to a game home or away.
Posted by: Leicestersaint, Leicester on 3:11pm Sat 2 Aug 08
Well done young Saints! i am really looking forward to this season and think can surprise a few people. It's great to see a manager who is prepared to give the Academy players their chance.
And the cricket is great too!
Well done young Saints! i am really looking forward to this season and think can surprise a few people. It's great to see a manager who is prepared to give the Academy players their chance.
Posted by: Ken Jeans, Highcliffe,Dorset on 3:17pm Sat 2 Aug 08
Great game'yes I was there,I hope all you doubters out there will turn up for the league games!Just one negative when does Michael Svensson get a contract? he may not be up to speed but he organised the defence,there are still problems there but this was a Prem club looks good for season COYR
Great game'yes I was there,I hope all you doubters out there will turn up for the league games!Just one negative when does Michael Svensson get a contract? he may not be up to speed but he organised the defence,there are still problems there but this was a Prem club looks good for season COYR
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 4:14pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]CHIMIDRA[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]The oracle[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary\\\'s, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man. [/quote] England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much![/quote] Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints. [/quote] Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it come on you saints[/quote] Clinging on the Championship League football by the skin of your teeth, lets face it, if you did not improve on that, you would be non-league in a couple of seasons, predicting the result of a local derby with Eastleigh.
Last season your team was even worse than the one that was soundly thrashed 4-1 at Fratton Park, in the Old Days when you were sliding out of the Premier League.
CHIMIDRA wrote:
True Blue wrote:
The oracle wrote:
True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints.
Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it come on you saints
Clinging on the Championship League football by the skin of your teeth, lets face it, if you did not improve on that, you would be non-league in a couple of seasons, predicting the result of a local derby with Eastleigh.
Last season your team was even worse than the one that was soundly thrashed 4-1 at Fratton Park, in the Old Days when you were sliding out of the Premier League.
[quote][bold]Ken Jeans[/bold] wrote:
Great game'yes I was there,I hope all you doubters out there will turn up for the league games!Just one negative when does Michael Svensson get a contract? he may not be up to speed but he organised the defence,there are still problems there but this was a Prem club looks good for season COYR [/quote] Killer is on a pay-per-game basis.
He is happy, the club are happy.
Don't Worry Be Happy.
Ken Jeans wrote:
Great game'yes I was there,I hope all you doubters out there will turn up for the league games!Just one negative when does Michael Svensson get a contract? he may not be up to speed but he organised the defence,there are still problems there but this was a Prem club looks good for season COYR
Killer is on a pay-per-game basis.
He is happy, the club are happy.
Don't Worry Be Happy.
Posted by: Saint Jeff, On top of your mother on 8:18pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis
ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
True Blue wrote:
The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis
ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 8:26pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier.
I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier.
I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Posted by: SAINTS DIEHARD NUMBER ONE, london on 8:39pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[bold]WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! COME ONE U REDS! PLEASE CHANT THIS GUYS FOR EVERY HOME GAME AND U WILL SEE THE DIFFERENCE FROM THE PLAYERS.GOOD LUCK TO THE GREAT CLUB OF ENGLAND. U ARE RISING AGAIN! YES!!!!!!!!!!! I AM CONFIDENT ENOUGH[/bold]
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! COME ONE U REDS! PLEASE CHANT THIS GUYS FOR EVERY HOME GAME AND U WILL SEE THE DIFFERENCE FROM THE PLAYERS.GOOD LUCK TO THE GREAT CLUB OF ENGLAND. U ARE RISING AGAIN! YES!!!!!!!!!!! I AM CONFIDENT ENOUGH
Posted by: mad micky four fingers, st. james hospital on 9:03pm Sat 2 Aug 08
great result i cant believe how amazing we played i know its only a friendly but wow total football dutch style. If this is a sign of things to come we will walk this division easy.
great result i cant believe how amazing we played i know its only a friendly but wow total football dutch style. If this is a sign of things to come we will walk this division easy.
Posted by: Artful Dodger, Millbrook on 9:09pm Sat 2 Aug 08
[quote][bold]SAINTS DIEHARD NUMBER ONE[/bold] wrote:
[bold]WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! COME ONE U REDS! PLEASE CHANT THIS GUYS FOR EVERY HOME GAME AND U WILL SEE THE DIFFERENCE FROM THE PLAYERS.GOOD LUCK TO THE GREAT CLUB OF ENGLAND. U ARE RISING AGAIN! YES!!!!!!!!!!! I AM CONFIDENT ENOUGH[/bold] [/quote] I don't know what the hell you are smoking, but it certainly does appear to be some good stuff.
SAINTS DIEHARD NUMBER ONE wrote: WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! WE ARE GOING UP! COME ONE U REDS! PLEASE CHANT THIS GUYS FOR EVERY HOME GAME AND U WILL SEE THE DIFFERENCE FROM THE PLAYERS.GOOD LUCK TO THE GREAT CLUB OF ENGLAND. U ARE RISING AGAIN! YES!!!!!!!!!!! I AM CONFIDENT ENOUGH
I don't know what the hell you are smoking, but it certainly does appear to be some good stuff.
Posted by: MONGREL HATER, MILLBROOK! on 12:25am Sun 3 Aug 08
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade. [/quote] Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League.
Now theres a suprise,NOT.
The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES.
MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.
True Blue wrote:
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League.
Now theres a suprise,NOT.
The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES.
MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 8:55am Sun 3 Aug 08
[quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade. [/quote] Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.[/quote] I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin.
Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding?
You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road.
Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers.
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.
I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin.
Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding?
You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road.
Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers.
[bold]TRUE BLUE go away you boring little boy no one cares about your boring dribble
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TRUE BLUE go away you boring little boy no one cares about your boring dribble
This is why children should not be allowed to use the internet Unsupervised
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]CHIMIDRA[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]The oracle[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]miserableoldgit[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.[/quote] With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary\\\'s, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man. [/quote] England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much![/quote] Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints. [/quote] Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it come on you saints[/quote] Clinging on the Championship League football by the skin of your teeth, lets face it, if you did not improve on that, you would be non-league in a couple of seasons, predicting the result of a local derby with Eastleigh. Last season your team was even worse than the one that was soundly thrashed 4-1 at Fratton Park, in the Old Days when you were sliding out of the Premier League.[/quote] HAHAHAHAHA!
According to research by Sky HD, Portsmouth have the least attractive fans in English football’s top flight.
True Blue wrote:
CHIMIDRA wrote:
True Blue wrote:
The oracle wrote:
True Blue wrote:
miserableoldgit wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
You can only dream of ever having a player of the quality of MLT. He spent the whole of his illustrious career at Saints because he loved the Club that much. Can the same be said of any \\\"True Blues\\\"? Thought not. Enjoy your few minutes in the sunshine. It won`t last and all will be right with the World again.
With the dross that you have been served up at St Mary's, I guess you have good reason to choose such an appropriate name. In answer to your question, the late, great James W Dickinson springs to mind who, not only played a record number of times for Pompey, but also managed to gain 47 England caps, at a time when they were not handed out to every Tom, Dick & Harry. MLT was just a big fish in a very small pond, who was adored by Saints fans, but who the the England selectors, (who were not Pompey fans)considered to be a just a good club man.
England Selectors? Its not cricket sunshine. But thats maybe why Dickinson got so many caps? Just like the current England team it becomes an Old Boys club and fresh talent gets ignored. Hoddle was just jealous of Le Tissier's skill and El Tel love Teddy too much!
Oracle? I thought they made predictions, not re-writing history. So who do you think picked the England team when Walter Winterbottom was manager? It was the England selectors. Yes, there are also England selectors for the England cricket team, so can understand why you appear to be confused, or perhaps I should say, 'stumped'. I would hardly say that the current England team is an Old Boys Club, with Beckham being the exception to the rule. Now it appears to be any English player with Premier League experience - and they get fewer each year. As both Hoddle and Venables had short careers as England's manager, can you come up with any more names who were jealous of LeTissier's skills, so would not select him? Get real. He was not the best that was available for England, only the best that was available for Saints.
Like it or not true Poo, we're improving and you cant take it come on you saints
Clinging on the Championship League football by the skin of your teeth, lets face it, if you did not improve on that, you would be non-league in a couple of seasons, predicting the result of a local derby with Eastleigh. Last season your team was even worse than the one that was soundly thrashed 4-1 at Fratton Park, in the Old Days when you were sliding out of the Premier League.
HAHAHAHAHA!
According to research by Sky HD, Portsmouth have the least attractive fans in English football’s top flight.
Posted by: Happy Harry, Flying High on 5:54pm Sun 3 Aug 08
We might be ugly , but were in the Premiership , not in the Chumpionshite getting excited about drawing with Wet Sham reserves , no doubt about it your headed for Div 1 with the Dutch Tw@ts
We might be ugly , but were in the Premiership , not in the Chumpionshite getting excited about drawing with Wet Sham reserves , no doubt about it your headed for Div 1 with the Dutch Tw@ts
Posted by: MONGREL HATER, MILLBROOK on 8:15pm Sun 3 Aug 08
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade. [/quote] Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.[/quote] I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin. Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding? You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road. Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers. [/quote] Do shut up you divvy little MONGREL.
Quick mummy and daddy want to roast you little pikey MONGREL.
Do run along now,theres a good MONGREL.
True Blue wrote:
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.
I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin. Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding? You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road. Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers.
Do shut up you divvy little MONGREL.
Quick mummy and daddy want to roast you little pikey MONGREL.
Posted by: Davina McKenzie, London on 8:18pm Sun 3 Aug 08
[quote][bold]Happy Harry[/bold] wrote:
We might be ugly , but were in the Premiership , not in the Chumpionshite getting excited about drawing with Wet Sham reserves , no doubt about it your headed for Div 1 with the Dutch Tw@ts[/quote] Theres no MIGHT about it MONGREL.
You lot in toilettown are disfigured humans.
Happy Harry wrote:
We might be ugly , but were in the Premiership , not in the Chumpionshite getting excited about drawing with Wet Sham reserves , no doubt about it your headed for Div 1 with the Dutch Tw@ts
Posted by: saint steve, southampton on 8:58pm Sun 3 Aug 08
I was at the game & was very happy with what I saw. I thought James & Surman did ok at full back positions, but feel we could definetly do with some cover. I just hope we don't loose any of our strikers & bring in a left back & a right back (hopefuly the moritz volz roumour is true). I also noticed that Kelvin Davis & Skacel weren't in the squad & as both players were linked with moves away, I believe these two players are most likely to be off (which could generate around 2 million). Sad to see Viafara go last wk, but that saves the club roughly 500k a year also. I beleieve if we can keep Stern John & Rasiak. Sign two half decent full backs & don't have too many injuries this season we will finnish top 6.
COYR!!!!!!!!
I was at the game & was very happy with what I saw. I thought James & Surman did ok at full back positions, but feel we could definetly do with some cover. I just hope we don't loose any of our strikers & bring in a left back & a right back (hopefuly the moritz volz roumour is true). I also noticed that Kelvin Davis & Skacel weren't in the squad & as both players were linked with moves away, I believe these two players are most likely to be off (which could generate around 2 million). Sad to see Viafara go last wk, but that saves the club roughly 500k a year also. I beleieve if we can keep Stern John & Rasiak. Sign two half decent full backs & don't have too many injuries this season we will finnish top 6.
COYR!!!!!!!!
Posted by: True Blue, Fareham on 9:40pm Sun 3 Aug 08
[quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade. [/quote] Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.[/quote] I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin. Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding? You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road. Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers. [/quote] Do shut up you divvy little MONGREL. Quick mummy and daddy want to roast you little pikey MONGREL. Do run along now,theres a good MONGREL.[/quote] You seem to have a thing about dogs, I suppose you did a bit of dogging on your way home from the Gay Pride parade.
Still, late to bed but up early, to cook your bloke's breakfast I suppose.
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.
I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin. Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding? You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road. Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers.
Do shut up you divvy little MONGREL. Quick mummy and daddy want to roast you little pikey MONGREL. Do run along now,theres a good MONGREL.
You seem to have a thing about dogs, I suppose you did a bit of dogging on your way home from the Gay Pride parade.
Still, late to bed but up early, to cook your bloke's breakfast I suppose.
[quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]MONGREL HATER[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]Saint Jeff[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]True Blue[/bold] wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip![/quote] Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.[/quote] You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade. [/quote] Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST in the Premier League. Now theres a suprise,NOT. The years of inbreding are starting to show now,you should be called MONGRELS not SKATES. MONGrel,the new meaning for those who reside on that stinky litte island called TOILET-TOWN.[/quote] I note that your post was timed at 12.25am so guess you had just got home from attending the Gay Parade in Brighton. I hope you are sitting comfortably, then I'll begin. Yes you are correct. I wonder who read that for you, because your command of the English language leaves a lot to be desired. eg what the hell is inbreding? You did note that it was in the PREMIER LEAGUE, so you, my spotty faced friend, would not have been in contention, nor would the other by-products of Derby Road. Call us what you like, whether it is Mongrels of Skates, it makes no difference because we would be Premier League Mongrels/Skates not Wannabe Scummers. [/quote] Do shut up you divvy little MONGREL. Quick mummy and daddy want to roast you little pikey MONGREL. Do run along now,theres a good MONGREL.[/quote] You seem to have a thing about dogs, I suppose you did a bit of dogging on your way home from the Gay Pride parade. Still, late to bed but up early, to cook your bloke's breakfast I suppose. [/quote] wont don't you p1ss off, nobody cares what you queer pompey pr!cks think.
True Blue wrote:
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
MONGREL HATER wrote:
True Blue wrote:
Saint Jeff wrote:
True Blue wrote: The attendance would have been higher, but a few thousand fans, in red and white striped shirts, were at Hayling Island watching the Whale, and were most annoyed when they were told that it was Not Matt LeTissier taking a dip!
Unfortunately, it is true that this is what happens when mentally sub-normal cousins/brothers/sis ters indulge in incest, as is common in your area, so we will treat your drivel with the complete and utter contempt it deserves.
You are so right Saint Jeff, we told them that it was a whale, but they still insisted that it was LeTissier. I am sorry that you missed it, but guess you were in Brighton for the Gay Pride Parade.
Oi True Blue (inbred), is that right your fans got voted the UGLIEST i
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