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Title: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: dlm on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:27:31 7 o'clock news says that Malpas is expected to be sacked this morning
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:34:48 http://www.thisisswindontownfc.co.uk/news/headlines/3847129.BREAKING_NEWS__Malpas_s_future_in_balance/
Byrne and Williams back then...? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Tails on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:42:27 I heard stuff yesterday that he was in meetings with Fitton all day.. Seems that may have been true!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:45:17 I heard stuff yesterday that he was in meetings with Fitton all day.. Seems that may have been true! It's the way of the world...the only question now, is if it will be an internal appointment. or a new broom. From what has been said previously, you'd expect an internal. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Tails on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:46:45 Byrne caretaker for a month or two I imagine.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 07:48:41 Byrne caretaker for a month or two I imagine. Probably right....think the baying masses would like to see a name though. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:14:14 Fucking hell. In some ways I'm surprised, but in others it's not a surprise at all.
Budgie in charge for a couple of games wouldn't be too bad. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: A Gent Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:14:51 Whatever the rights and wrongs of the move it is the time to do it if we are looking externally - there are a number of good managers who have just been sacked and the managerial merry-go-round is just getting going.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: fatbury on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:16:10 apparently the loss of money is the deciding factor ... over 1000 havent yet renewed part 2
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: The Grim Reaper on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:18:31 And big Sam on Sky Sports news this morning saying he's ready to return to management...
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:19:19 If we get Allardyce as manager I'll eat my left foot - FACT!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:19:28 Last nights rumour mill seemed a bit more real than usual so I'm not that surprised.
If it's true then we're definitely up to 4 consecutive seasons without a manager in charge for a whole one. Good old King. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:21:53 Holy cow, didn't see this as a possibility until january at the earliest. Maybe there is more going on than just fan unrest? If it does happen i'll be a bit sad in a way, it's not nice to see someone with the best intentions fail or be sacked. But if it is for the greater good of stfc then it has to happen.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:22:15 Also gives the new manager time to assess the squad and where he wants to strengthen in January I guess.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC_Gazza on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:22:37 Ian Dowie has been named as a replacement someone has told me.
Bye Bye Mo Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:22:47 just read somewhere that Bodin could be in charge for the Leicester game. So surely Budgie would be gone as well then if true.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:24:11 I'm suprised at the timing if not the action, but I guess Fitton didn't want a showpiece game like Leicester having as bad an atmosphere as seemed inevitable.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:26:49 just read somewhere that Bodin could be in charge for the Leicester game. I think could is key in that. You could be in charge for Leicester come to that.Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: fatbury on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:27:20 Iain Dowie instead of Malpas ... not rocket science!!
Goodbye Mr Magic! Hello Mr Ugly!! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:27:48 If we get Allardyce as manager I'll eat my left foot - FACT! I'd eat your right one if true... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:28:37 If there's a conference at 10am will it be on the wireless?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:29:43 Sam, Sippo, if Big Sam does get the job are you going to sever the feet first and maybe get fb to flambe them Hannibal style or just gnaw them off in place? This certainly adds a new level of frisson to the normally tedious "Who's going to be the next manager?" debate!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:30:25 Iain Dowie instead of Malpas ... not rocket science!! Goodbye Mr Magic! Hello Mr Ugly!! So can we expect a load of Coventy and QPR players on loan? Could be worse I suppose. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:34:34 Sam, Sippo, if Big Sam does get the job are you going to sever the feet first and maybe get fb to flambe them Hannibal style or just gnaw them off in place? This certainly adds a new level of frisson to the normally tedious "Who's going to be the next manager?" debate! I don't know what Sam's feet are like, so I'd prefer if fb cooked them first! Brings a wwhole new meaning to his death burgers Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:38:47 I've never called for MM to be sacked and really wanted him to do well, but it's become apparent, even to me, that there's something not quite right at the moment with regards to the playing side of things (And I don't just mean the results) some of his substitutions are puzzling, as is the Ifil situation.
Wouldn't wish unemployment on anyone, and I've certainly got no hostile feelings against the bloke but if it's the right thing to do for the sake of the Club, so be it. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Ardiles on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:40:00 If we get Allardyce as manager I'll eat my left foot - FACT! I really hope not. What we really don't need, in my view, is a 'name' who will drop us as soon as another offer comes his way. As a club, we've been stung that way more times than is healthy during the last 10 years. Genuinely sorry it hasn't worked out with Malpas, but I hope our next manager is selected on the basis of having at least some experience of successfully managing a Div 2/Div 3 club. The strategy of appointing someone on the basis of a strong interview and little track record clearly hasn't worked. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:46:08 Sam, Sippo, if Big Sam does get the job are you going to sever the feet first and maybe get fb to flambe them Hannibal style or just gnaw them off in place? This certainly adds a new level of frisson to the normally tedious "Who's going to be the next manager?" debate! I'd have to sever it first, I can't get my feet up that high to knaw on them. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:48:27 Would anyone be happy with an appointment like Teddy Sheringham, someones first stint at management?
Just looking at Di Matteo, he's done well. Everyone needs a lift, a 'name' would certainly do that. If an experienced manager came in, would they do anything this season than just survive? Its a hard one. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:48:27 I've never called for MM to be sacked and really wanted him to do well, but it's become apparent, even to me, that there's something not quite right at the moment with regards to the playing side of things (And I don't just mean the results) some of his substitutions are puzzling, as is the Ifil situation. Wouldn't wish unemployment on anyone, and I've certainly got no hostile feelings against the bloke but if it's the right thing to do for the sake of the Club, so be it. Yep, I'd pretty much agree with all of that. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC_Gazza on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:49:45 I have supported MM since day one and as a person I am gutted to see him lose his job after uprooting his family etc to the area. Genuinely as a person I am absolutely gutted for him. He always treated me with respect. During the team photo shoot he was talking to BBC and came over and said “good to see you again” really was a top man.
As a Swindon Town supporter he had to go, we weren’t going anywhere, We have a good squad but he has somehow with Byrne and Williams managed to turn us into a shocking and gutless team. I am very hopeful we get a motivator now as MM was very soft spoken who can take us forward. We have a squad more than capable of being in the top 10. The players will want to play for a new manager. DON’T expect results right away if Byrne and Williams are in charge though (which I am lead to believe they won’t be) , Williams and Byrne are part of the problem. The results will come when the new manager comes in. Reality is MM will likely never get another managerial job, his record is poor at best but will get a coaching job somewhere in Scotland I expect. As a person I wish MM all the best, as a fan I would say good riddance and let’s now “do a spurs” UP THE TOWN! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Power to people on Friday, November 14, 2008, 08:51:34 I hope if / when Malpas goes then Byrne is dispensed of as well, I don't blame Ady as he is a young in-experienced coach (and also got a playing contract).
I'd like to see someone brought in, a big name hopefully that has seen it and done it, I don't buy this that they will be off as soon as something else comes along as they need to have success first and foremost. We can't really afford to take our time appointing someone though as we don't want to slip into the bottom 4. But the merry go round is in full swing so there are enough decent managers available. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:00:26 I am looking forward to finding out which new manager we all get to bitch about.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:00:49 Fucking hell not Byrne PLEASE!!!!
Come on AF now is the time to get a name in to "unite the clans" sorry fans. A clear out would be the best for all. Shame if MM does goes, I don't have anything against the bloke personally, unfortunately he just was cut out for the role. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:03:54 When/if Malpas goes clear the decks - get rid of Williams/Byrne as well
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arch Stanton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:11:37 I think Malpas is a good coach and will get a decent job in that area, the same as Kingy really, he was never ever a manager but a good coach/scout. He's found a good job utilising his expertise and I'd expect Malpas to do the same.
I reckon Fitton's probably got someone lined up already so I'd expect our caretakers stay to be brief. Although I will refer to an old post I made saying that we need to get Holloway in before the Leicester game as old managers tend to haunt previous clubs - and I'd like some serious haunting to go on on Saturday!!!! Back in 93 I got some serious hassle from some Leicester fans at Wembley, saying that though I was a pretty annoying 20 year old back then - fearless and gobby and drunk!!! Christ I just had to edit this post as I got my age wrong..... getting old is what does it... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:18:27 I have supported MM since day one and as a person I am gutted to see him lose his job after uprooting his family etc to the area. Genuinely as a person I am absolutely gutted for him. He always treated me with respect. During the team photo shoot he was talking to BBC and came over and said “good to see you again” really was a top man. As a Swindon Town supporter he had to go, we weren’t going anywhere, We have a good squad but he has somehow with Byrne and Williams managed to turn us into a shocking and gutless team. I am very hopeful we get a motivator now as MM was very soft spoken who can take us forward. We have a squad more than capable of being in the top 10. The players will want to play for a new manager. DON’T expect results right away if Byrne and Williams are in charge though (which I am lead to believe they won’t be) , Williams and Byrne are part of the problem. The results will come when the new manager comes in. Reality is MM will likely never get another managerial job, his record is poor at best but will get a coaching job somewhere in Scotland I expect. As a person I wish MM all the best, as a fan I would say good riddance and let’s now “do a spurs” UP THE TOWN! A top post - anyone who has lost their job will know the pain but this had to happen. Hope he gets a coaching job in Scotland. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:21:01 Put it this way if a club is willing to give Iffy Onuora a job after what he did here, I would say there is a fair chance Malpas may get another job in football
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Panda Paws on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:27:02 All I can say is ....
Thank GOD! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: spacey on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:29:34 Does this mean now that our seasons not over after 3 months? How exciting!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:30:45 Please not Byrne.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Spencer_White on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:31:46 Second worst manager Ive seen, after Colin Todd.
Bye bye. Do you want a lift back to Scotland? Il drive. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:32:02 Please not Byrne. Can't see Fitton going for that option. The blokes a fucking clown. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:42:49 Whoever's appointed, I think it's crucial that as fans of the club we put the boot in right from the off and continue to give him a real kicking at every given opportunity, no matter how tenuous or ridiculous.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: BANGKOK RED on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:43:39 Malpas in.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: SwindonTartanArmy on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:49:47 And big Sam on Sky Sports news this morning saying he's ready to return to management... [url width=352 height=400]http://theducks.org/pictures/do-not-want-dog.jpg[/url]Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:52:41 Second worst manager Ive seen, after Colin Todd. Bye bye. Do you want a lift back to Scotland? Il drive. amen to that Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:54:27 thirded
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Tails on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:57:05 Good luck to Malpas if he goes. Hasn't worked here but I've got nothing against the bloke at all. Hope he does well somewhere.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 09:58:56 http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/s/swindon_town/7728908.stm
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: juddie on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:00:51 I'd like to echo Herthab and Gazza's sentiments, nice bloke and you wouldn't wish anyone unemployment at this stage, but something had to be done.
I've also heard dowie rumours, FWIW. Good luck in the future momo... Can't wait to see who it is! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: random_five on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:04:12 I'd like to echo Herthab and Gazza's sentiments, nice bloke and you wouldn't wish anyone unemployment at this stage, but something had to be done. I've also heard dowie rumours, FWIW. Good luck in the future momo... Can't wait to see who it is! Holloway shot himself in the foot when he turned up uninvited at the Huddersfield game.. yeah I've also heard Dowie rumours.. Looks like he is the bookies fave Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:05:15 Holloway can talk himself out of that one, ffs all he did was come and watch a game of footie. It's not like he did a Rix and shagged a minor.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: random_five on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:07:11 Holloway can talk himself out of that one, ffs all he did was come and watch a game of footie. It's not like he did a Rix and shagged a minor. Hope so matey.. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:07:14 Holloway can talk himself out of that one, ffs all he did was come and watch a game of footie. It's not like he did a Rix and shagged a minor. They took any job they could after maggie shut the pits down.......... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:07:46 i would rather holloway than dowie but beggars cant be choosers
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:10:58 Holloway shot himself in the foot when he turned up uninvited at the Huddersfield game.. yeah I've also heard Dowie rumours.. Looks like he is the bookies fave why has he shot himself in the foot????? What did he do wrong?????? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:17:46 This is maybe a stupid thing to say, but it still hasn't been confirmed that MO Mo is leaving and we are discussing new managers.
Perhaps (although I suspect not) this is the dreaded vote of confidence from Fitton and MM will get the next 4 games to turn things around. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:19:34 On OS MM to go
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: A Gent Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:20:08 Official site now carrying this...
Swindon Town Football Club have this morning announced that Maurice Malpas will be leaving The County Ground with immediate effect by mutual agreement. Assistant Manager David Byrne will be taking charge of team affairs until further notice. The Board would like to place on record their thanks for the professionalism that Maurice brought to the club in so many areas during his tenure. A full statement from the Board to follow. http://www.swindontownfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10341~1454078,00.html Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: juddie on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:21:46 Byrne has to go too.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:22:20 thank fuck hes gone.
byrne shouldve gone too though imo Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:22:57 thank fuck hes gone. byrne shouldve gone too though imo I expect he will when a new man comes in Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:23:17 12:30 press conference
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arch Stanton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:25:29 yes, its just been announced on the official site......
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:26:13 Good for now, but I feel we need a complete clear-out if we're to turn things around on the pitch.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: thepeoplesgame on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:26:38 I have nothing against Malpas personally (and have enjoyed the flashes of good football he occasionally produced at the tail end of last season and very beginning of this), but with the season over in November (barring a relegation scrap) and only Rovers at home guaranteed to draw a crowd after tomorrow, I think this is probably the only way for the board to inject life back into what's turned into a damp squib of a season.
I'd really like it to be Holloway, but I worry that Fitton might not want it to look like he's had Malpas's replacement lined up for weeks. I don't think the fans would care though. This one certainly wouldn't. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC4LIFE on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:27:32 Bryne is caretaker though.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:28:45 if Holloway came in i think that would be a good move for us. He'll soon get the guys motavated and he'll bring a bit of fun to the club but get them knuckled down when needed.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: spacey on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:30:43 but with the season over in November (barring a relegation scrap) What?! Is the season still over? Boooo! I'll get back to creosoting the shed then. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Luci on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:31:01 Im convinced it will be Holloway. I have no 'sauces' mind.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:34:35 Code: Team P W D L F A W D L F A GD PTS 10 points off the playoffs with 32 games to go. With Mo in charge it looked a tall order but hopefully with some new blood coming into the club we can do a Tottemnham and start pulling together some decent results Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:34:56 We should be in for a good performance tomorrow. The players will know they need to impress whoever it is that's coming in.
Byrne might be able to fire them up initially, but I don't think he's a long term option. (But what do I know, I thought Malpas would be a success) Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: stfctownenda on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:42:34 Definitely not Byrne and Williams, we need a whole new management team to come into the club. Both of them have to carry the can as being part of this unsuccesful regime as well so deserve to lose there jobs at the club. Would be happy with Dowie or Holloway, could Boothroyd be lured in?(very doubtful I know)
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: suttonred on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:43:13 http://www.thisisswindontownfc.co.uk/news/headlines/3847704.BREAKING_NEWS__Town_end_Malpas_reign/
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: fatbury on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:43:20 No chance of a win tomorrow with Byrne in charge thats for sure!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:45:05 No chance of a win tomorrow with Byrne in charge thats for sure! Stranger things have happened. Especially if Maurice had lost the dressing room. The players may show what they can really do now.......... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC4LIFE on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:45:45 I wouldn't be suprised if Holloway was brought in today to be honest.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Leggett on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:46:55 No chance of a win tomorrow with Byrne in charge thats for sure! thats it alec you bellend, get behind the team! can we sack you from the fanbase please? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: fatbury on Friday, November 14, 2008, 10:59:10 well Byrne is as much a part of the failed backroom staff as Malpas IMO
would much rather have seen Zippy in charge tomorrow ... Ill still be supporting them 100 percent ! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:05:09 i know what your saying but it's chain of command isn't it.
Byrne is next in line so he takes charge as he has also been working with the first team where Bodin hasn't. He wont be here once the new guy comes in. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:10:01 i know what your saying but it's chain of command isn't it. Fair point I just hope he doesn't do what he did last time and come over to the fans after every game and do really over the top celebrations which was blatently to promote his own credentials for the job ...... as one win would probably see a load of people thinking he should get the job permanently as he seems 'passionate and enthusiastic'. Just hope he's been told his reign is purely temporary.Byrne is next in line so he takes charge as he has also been working with the first team where Bodin hasn't. He wont be here once the new guy comes in. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:15:50 I can't stand Byrne, the bloke is a prize idiot. Just his general attitude is shite. I remember when we did that members lounge thing he left the room saying "I suppose I better get back to those idiots down stairs" etc. Old school knob jockey, who should be out on his ear as I feel he, and the rest of the coaching staff, let MM down badly.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: fatbury on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:17:34 I can't stand Byrne, the bloke is a prize idiot. Just his general attitude is shite. I remember when we did that members lounge thing he left the room saying "I suppose I better get back to those idiots down stairs" etc. Old school knob jockey, who should be out on his ear as I feel he, and the rest of the coaching staff, let MM down badly. hear hear - exactly my feelings on itTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: random_five on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:18:21 I can't stand Byrne, the bloke is a prize idiot. Just his general attitude is shite. I remember when we did that members lounge thing he left the room saying "I suppose I better get back to those idiots down stairs" etc. Old school knob jockey, who should be out on his ear as I feel he, and the rest of the coaching staff, let MM down badly. Agree 100% I'm sure he'll be sent packing once the new man is appointed. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC4LIFE on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:22:20 At least FourFourTwo are getting there moneys worth.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: strooood on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:26:08 I just think it is funny that Malpas has been sacked the day Football Manager 09 has come out.
atleast he wont get bored. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:26:46 maybe he'll have more luck too
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:28:26 I was beginning to lose my stupid, unfounded optimism. Luckily, I'll have a new manager to blindly support and defend soon.
Happy days. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pumbaa on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:28:43 No hard feelings MM, but your time was up. Good to see Fitton take decisive action at this stage.
Personally I'd like to have seen Byrne and Williams follow too (at the same time) and I hope to god that whoever gets the job has the opportunity to refresh the backroom staff and not be lumbered with them two. Nonetheless, now is the time to get behind Byrne and the players and cheer them on to a result against Leicester tomorrow. I won't be there (bugger paying full price for a ticket.....) and I wasn't going to bother even listening, but I might just have to listen now! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Power to people on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:37:11 12:30 press conference Anyone know if this is live on RS ? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC_Gazza on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:37:57 Now here is a surprise name, but likely complete rubbish… LOU MACARI… now he has a proven track record here.. Someone text me to say he is the favourite although I think its rubbish. Fitton has said you don’t go back although he has been bringing back names from the past. Personally I think Lou’s job with MUTV would keep him there…
PROS -Instant hit with the fans -Would re-unite fan base -Would get bums in seats -Fitness would improve tenfold. CONS -Not managed since Huddersfield in 2001 -Does he still have it? -Easy choice -You never go back Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:38:19 So Malpas was shit because he was unenthusiastic and seemed not to care (amongst other things), yet byrne is shit because he's enthusiastic and passionat (amongst other things).
Theres no fucking pleasing some people! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:39:04 No chance of a win tomorrow with Byrne in charge thats for sure! No, not at all, after all we never won last time he was in charge did we? Just an idea, but maybe try getting behind the team/caretaker/new manager when appointed. Or we could all wait and see who's appointed then put the boot in right from the start like people did with Malpas. That'll helpTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: blinkpip on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:39:30 Ill be pissed of with Macari, it just wont work.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:40:24 I can't stand Byrne, the bloke is a prize idiot. Just his general attitude is shite. I remember when we did that members lounge thing he left the room saying "I suppose I better get back to those idiots down stairs" etc. Old school knob jockey, who should be out on his ear as I feel he, and the rest of the coaching staff, let MM down badly. MM let himself down imho and if Byrne etc...were letting him down then MM should have had the bollocks to approach fitton and get in his own backroom staff....still lets not focus on the negatives as I am now looking forward to watching the town again now he has gone....I'm not expecting miracles but if we bring in someone like holloway, at least we can expect honest and entertaining post match interviews Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:41:20 Anyone know if this is live on RS ? yep Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: A Gent Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:41:20 Anyone know if this is live on RS ? They said it would be during the 11 news. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:41:44 So Malpas was shit because he was unenthusiastic and seemed not to care (amongst other things), yet byrne is shit because he's enthusiastic and passionat (amongst other things). Exactly. Spot on daveTheres no fucking pleasing some people! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:42:55 The players are shit too. I hope they've all been sacked. Especially Ifil.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:43:47 So Malpas was shit because he was unenthusiastic and seemed not to care (amongst other things), yet byrne is shit because he's enthusiastic and passionat (amongst other things). Theres no fucking pleasing some people! I think you;ve just highlighted why manager's aren't shit just because they are loud or quiet, you can be either and good, or either and shit. Don't really understand your argument there Davido. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:47:43 I'd be happy with a miserable cunt who never smiled, spoke to the press, or acknowledged the fans. As long as he was successful.
I'd be equally happy with an over-the-top, gobby, hysterical fuckwit. As long as he was successful. I pay to watch the team, not the bloke in charge. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:47:50 I think you;ve just highlighted why manager's aren't shit just because they are loud or quiet, you can be either and good, or either and shit. Because so many people's beef with Bryne seems to consist of precisely just that - "he shouts and waves his arms so he's a moron". At least you had the decency to judge his coaching abilities on the basis of some random anecdote that apparently shows he's a "knobjockey" ::)Don't really understand your argument there Davido. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:48:29 I'd be happy with a miserable cunt who never smiled, spoke to the press, or acknowledged the fans. As long as he was successful. Quite. The manager can juggle fucking seals on the touchline for all I care as long as he gets a performance and results out of the teamI'd be equally happy with an over-the-top, gobby, hysterical fuckwit. As long as he was successful. I pay to watch the team, not the bloke in charge. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:49:47 I'd be happy with a miserable cunt who never smiled, spoke to the press, or acknowledged the fans. As long as he was successful. I'd be equally happy with an over-the-top, gobby, hysterical fuckwit. As long as he was successful. I pay to watch the team, not the bloke in charge. so do i, but does the team not reflect/represent the bloke in charge?? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:49:59 If a manager was juggling fucking seals on the touchline then I'd probably give him more time when it came to a run of bad results.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:50:08 Because so many people's beef with Bryne seems to consist of precisely just that - "he shouts and waves his arms so he's a moron". At least you had the decency to judge his coaching abilities on the basis of some random anecdote that apparently shows he's a "knobjockey" ::) Having had the pleasure of talking to Byrne, my opinion is that he's a bit of a tit. That said, if he wins games, I'll be singing We are Byrnes Red and White Army! I don't have to personally like the bloke though. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:50:45 I think you;ve just highlighted why manager's aren't shit just because they are loud or quiet, you can be either and good, or either and shit. Don't really understand your argument there Davido. The point was people slag(ed) off malpas for seeming passionless, yet slag byrne off for being passionat Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:51:51 so do i, but does the team not reflect/represent the bloke in charge?? I don't think they reflect his personality. Look at that whinging, miserable twat in charge at arsenal. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:53:28 Because so many people's beef with Bryne seems to consist of precisely just that - "he shouts and waves his arms so he's a moron". At least you had the decency to judge his coaching abilities on the basis of some random anecdote that apparently shows he's a "knobjockey" ::) No Paul I base my views on the bloke from a variety of experiences, and apologies for using the term "knobjockey", didn't realise that in some way makes my OPINION less valid. I have never taken to the man, again, TO ME, he comes across as an old school style of coach, the advantages of keeping him in the set up are escaping me at this time. Seems to me that ever since he did that Trust podcast you've been an avid supporter of the man, which is understandable I suppose. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:54:44 Having had the pleasure of talking to Byrne, my opinion is that he's a bit of a tit. Exactly. FWIW, I quite like him on a personal level, but that makes no odds whatever about his managerial/coaching ability. I don't really care whether I like/dislike the managers/players/whatever - I want to watch them play football, not move in with themThat said, if he wins games, I'll be singing We are Byrnes Red and White Army! I don't have to personally like the bloke though. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:55:30 Thing is if Byrne does well ie in the next 3 games or so, he'l lbe staying - like him or not.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:56:45 What you need is a manger with a bit of humour. Maybe then we'll emulate the success we had under Andy King.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:56:58 Having had the pleasure of talking to Byrne, my opinion is that he's a bit of a tit. That said, if he wins games, I'll be singing We are Byrnes Red and White Army! I don't have to personally like the bloke though. And therein lies my feelings aswell.......having spoke to him at numerous away games he always mades stupid comments, Jan's comment about him at the legend's thing pretty much sums him up as a person. Look at the Zaaboub thing as well, yes Zaaboub was an petulant idiot but your assistant manager shouldn't be almost fighting with players what kind of example does that set. I also feel aswell as never getting the fans behind him MM was on a loser from the start as Byrne blatently wanted the job himself and there was always an underlying tension between the 2. Add in the shit football we've seen this season for which he must take a lot of responsibility himself and it leads me to not really think much of him. It's not purely based on the fact that he looks a tit in the dug-out. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:57:18 If byrne can get us playing like we did against swansea and forest last year consistently he's welcome to the job
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:57:38 No Paul I base my views on the bloke from a variety of experiences, and apologies for using the term "knobjockey", didn't realise that in some way makes my OPINION less valid. Fine, but the example you gave was in my OPINION a poor one of why he is a bad coach/manager. I stick up for Byrne for the same reason I stuck up for Malpas a lot of the time - because a lot of the criticism he gets is unfounded/irrelevant to his abilities as a coach/asst mgr/caretaker/tea lady. If you founded your OPINION on more relevant grounds than those you gave fair enough, but I went on what you posted. So hang meTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: thepeoplesgame on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:57:54 If a manager was juggling fucking seals on the touchline then I'd probably give him more time when it came to a run of bad results. You and me both. I'd pay top dollar to watch that regardless of any shite served up on the pitch. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:59:05 What you need is a manger with a bit of humour. Maybe then we'll emulate the success we had under Andy King. We're all missing the point - what we need is a manager who can play drumsTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 11:59:37 No Paul I base my views on the bloke from a variety of experiences, and apologies for using the term "knobjockey", didn't realise that in some way makes my OPINION less valid. Why's your OPINION allowed such a high level of validity that people aren't allowed the OPINION that it's shit? The OPINION rant is pathetic. Please never do it again. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:00:46 You and me both. I'd pay top dollar to watch that regardless of any shite served up on the pitch. The seals would be fucking each other at the same time as being juggled? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:00:57 If a manager was juggling fucking seals on the touchline then I'd probably give him more time when it came to a run of bad results. It would work equally well the other way round, although I'd accept that having the manager fucking juggling seals on the touchline might not be quite acceptable as family entertainment. I'm guessing the RSPCA would be under-impressed as well.Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:01:02 My OPINION is more valuable than anyone else's.
I'm special you see. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Power to people on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:01:42 If byrne can get us playing like we did against swansea and forest last year consistently he's welcome to the job Noooooooo We need fresh blood, someone to come in that does not know the players everyone get's a clean slate. have a clear out of coaching staff. We can't risk going down the road of appointing the No 2. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:03:00 We need fresh blood, someone to come in that does not know the players everyone get's a clean slate. have a clear out of coaching staff. Agreed. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:03:21 To me what is also good news, is that sacking Malpas after only 10 months or so is essentially an admission by the board they got it wrong, but instead of backing a mistake regardless to save face, they’re rectifying it as soon as is necessary.
Malpas was Fitton’s appointment which fulfilled the criteria of stability, loyalty and developing the youngsters. This is why I never thought any sacking would be as quick as this - Fitton would back his man, yet as soon as Malpas showed he was clearly not up to the job, Fitton et al took decisive action. This decisive thinking is good news for our club. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:04:09 Why's your OPINION allowed such a high level of validity that people aren't allowed the OPINION that it's shit? The OPINION rant is pathetic. Please never do it again. Dear Forum Nazi, Please never write like you have some authority on my opinion, someone else's opinion, or what should or shouldn't be written about in the past or future. It's just a forum Ben, it's really not that important. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:05:18 Malpas never, ever, displayed any interest in progressing our youth players.
That is probably the only thing I'll ever agree with JPC about. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:05:53 Noooooooo We need fresh blood, someone to come in that does not know the players everyone get's a clean slate. have a clear out of coaching staff. We can't risk going down the road of appointing the No 2. Fair point. What if we win our next three games 3-0 though, looking the most commited we ever have? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:06:20 Dear Forum Nazi, Please never write like you have some authority on my opinion, someone else's opinion, or what should or shouldn't be written about in the past or future. It's just a forum Ben, it's really not that important. No offence, but you must be the easiest biter on the whole forum Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: herthab on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:06:52 Fair point. What if we win our next three games 3-0 though, looking the most commited we ever have? Then I will think that Byrne, far from being a tit, is a cool, crazy mothafucker. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:07:16 Noooooooo Out of interest have we ever been successful promoting the No 2 to the managers job, some people would argue King for a period but our past record of success (or lack of) should serve as a stark warning really.We need fresh blood, someone to come in that does not know the players everyone get's a clean slate. have a clear out of coaching staff. We can't risk going down the road of appointing the No 2. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:08:19 I don't think they reflect his personality. Look at that whinging, miserable twat in charge at arsenal. but in our case they do....his dour personality, his negativity, his clear lack of hunger/enthusiasm, his decisions..malpas also doesn't reflect fitton's personality...we need that hunger,desire, ambition and professionalism....fitton needs to make sure we get the right man in this time and take his time appointing the right man(altho we don't want to be in a relegation battle come christmas). I'd like to think he has already had numerous meetings with, for instance, Holloway to establish that he is the right man for the job-the relationship of fitton and the new man will filter through the club and bring us some success with a bit of luck for good measure! you know yourself if you have someone in charge that you respect and listen to, they'll get more out of you....from personal experience it works for me both at work and even my football playing days gonna be buzzing tonight at the CG at the Bodin/Digby/Taylor night...and cant wait now til tomoro as aint been since uddersfield Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:09:25 What about if Byrne juggled fucking seals on the touchline for the next 3 games?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:10:33 Dear Forum Nazi, Please never write like you have some authority on my opinion, someone else's opinion, or what should or shouldn't be written about in the past or future. It's just a forum Ben, it's really not that important. The forum's important enough for you to make over 11000 posts on. So you throw a strop if people criticise your opinions, and if then if they criticize the strop they're a nazi? Keep going jan, what am I for criticising this one. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:13:09 I see Bob Holt is sticking up for MM, blaimng the players incompetence.
Fuck off you old cunt Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Bogus Dave on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:13:49 they are to an extent
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:16:08 I see Bob Holt is sticking up for MM, blaimng the players incompetence. Fuck off you old cunt Where have they dug him up from? since when has he been able to offer a decent opinion on anything let alone football? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:16:46 They just said he contacted RS apparently, im listening to it now.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:17:30 they are to an extent incompetence breeds incompetence Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: wheretherealredsare on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:18:32 Bob Holt ... "There is no manager ... I'm free!"
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:19:10 Haha, Bob Holt has commented on Malpas sacking.My digital radio was breaking up but something about should have supported the manager...investment...players instead of decorating the County Ground.
Fitton must be delighted. If Holt thinks it's a bad move it must be the exact opposite. edit. sorry, it's already been covered. Pizza arrived before I posted. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:20:31 Shows how little Bob knew about running a football club really I guess
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:21:35 The forum's important enough for you to make over 11000 posts on. So you throw a strop if people criticise your opinions, and if then if they criticize the strop they're a nazi? Keep going jan, what am I for criticising this one. Blimin' heck Ben I would have thought the "Nazi" tag and "my opinion, someone else's opinion" "should or should not", both in "past and future", etc BS politician speak would have given you a hint I wasn't being serious. I stand by the forum not being that important though, it is just a place to come on and have a chat about things. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:23:31 Haha, Bob Holt has commented on Malpas sacking.My digital radio was breaking up but something about should have supported the manager...investment...players instead of decorating the County Ground. Fitton must be delighted. If Holt thinks it's a bad move it must be the exact opposite. edit. sorry, it's already been covered. Pizza arrived before I posted. Bob Holt, the Ken Livingstone of Swindon, can't get over the fact he doesn't work there anymore but still thinks his opinion is still important ("yeah I would have done it much better if it were me") Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:24:28 Blimin' heck Ben I would have thought the "Nazi" tag and "my opinion, someone else's opinion" "should or should not", both in "past and future", etc BS politician speak would have given you a hint I wasn't being serious. And now the I wasn't serious/only fishing backdown. Pretty pathetic all round so far today Jan. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:24:55 :)
Bob Holt, the Ken Livingstone of Swindon, can't get over the fact he doesn't work there anymore but still thinks his opinion is still important ("yeah I would have done it much better if it were me") Flipping heck, that's a bit offensive. Livingstone wasn't that bad. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:26:04 "There is no Bendy bus"
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:26:27 I haven't fucked up have I? Radio Swindon is chatting about children in need.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:26:56 Oi their are more important things in this thread than listening to you two bitches argue.
Take it to pm Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: spacey on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:29:03 If you do take it to PM can you then PM me what happens? I love an argument.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:31:37 And now the I wasn't serious/only fishing backdown. Pretty pathetic all round so far today Jan. Don't be a plonker, I'm really not bothered what you think tbh. I come on here for some light relief, to get me through the working day, not to be quizzed by some person I barely know. Please move on from this subject. I will be. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Maurice Malpas on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:32:16 I think Jan is more disliked than I.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:32:24 i can't fucking listen to RS at work.
someone keep us updated please Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:32:45 I love the way they manage to get a vaguely interesting guest on the lunchtime show and this happens and children in need happens the same day. It's the old bus theory in local radio terms.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:32:45 Leave it Jan, leave it. It's just the wine talking.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:35:32 Don't be a plonker, I'm really not bothered what you think tbh. I come on here for some light relief, to get me through the working day, not to be quizzed by some person I barely know. Please move on from this subject. I will be. Quizzed? I wasn't quizzing you. I was pointing out that all the Opinion bollocks was a load of shit. You can move on where the fuck you want. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:35:41 Press conference turns out to be Fitton and Hadwin having a chat.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:36:06 http://www.swindontownfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10341~1454375,00.html
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:39:18 Fittons admitted hes made a mistake by the sounds of it.
He apologises for that. MM was a good coach apparently Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:39:48 Quizzed? I wasn't quizzing you. I was pointing out that all the Opinion bollocks was a load of shit. You can move on where the fuck you want. You two are pissing yourselves via PM aren't you. TEF's very own phoney war. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:40:25 Sounds like it's purely based off the cups, not league form
No immediate decision on a new guy, nobody lined up. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:40:41 Redknapp aint coming!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:41:04 Short process appointing new manager apparently
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:41:14 Planning on getting a new guy in quickly, sounds like he's got a few if not one person in mind, probably somebody without a club at the moment.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:41:38 Sounds like it's purely based off the cups, not league form No immediate decision on a new guy, nobody lined up. nobody lined up but he doesn't expect it to be long....hmmmmmm Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Batch on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:41:44 Harry Rednapp ruled out of job by Fitton!
Nobody spoken to about job. However expects it to be a "short process" to recruit replacement. Phone already ringing with seconds of sacking! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:42:07 Fittons admitted hes made a mistake by the sounds of it. He apologises for that. MM was a good coach apparently Good article/interview that, think it sums it up well. Hopefully Fitton will learn from his mistakes and get someone in who can drive us forward. MM was close to leaving football before he came here, I wonder if he'll call it a day now, and concentrate on something else, stand up comedy maybe? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:42:18 Phones been going haywire with applicants already.
Rocky is on the text Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:42:30 Fitton expects 10 applications by end of today
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:42:36 Sounds like going for a manager with a proven record and no internal appointments and a rapid appointment.................sounds like good news
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:43:24 Yep, doesn't sound like DB will get the top job, Ed didn't ask if he'd hang round longer term.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:43:28 Proven track record? He said that prior to the MM appointment!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:44:11 Proven track record? He said that prior to the MM appointment! Think Fitton basically admitted that'll he'll learn from his mistake last time.Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:45:42 Does the Adver ever comment on Oxford managers etc? Hmm small inferior club syndrome by the Poxford Mail I think
http://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/oxfordunited/3848319.Malpas_leaves_Swindon/ Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:46:56 william hill not taking bets on holloway as next manager.....
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Don Rogers Shop on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:48:25 Yeah the bastards
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:49:23 I'm not sure which way to take the whole waiting until someone available like Tottenham might have done bit.
Did he mean that he's had someone in mind and reckon they'll take it now, or just a more vague there's lots of people out there and it's a good idea to get in there whilst there is. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:50:14 Think Fitton basically admitted that'll he'll learn from his mistake last time. Yeah, appreciate that. I trust the bloke, I think/hope it's Holloway. He'd do for us. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:50:23 Didn't he specifically say it wasn't like the Tottenham thing.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Iffy's Onion Bhaji on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:50:43 It will probably be Holloway. He lives locally, his kids go to a special school in the area, he's out of work and he was here not so long ago. He'll be interested for sure. I'd be happy with that as well. Anyone else like Davies or Dowie would actually be amazing tbh.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Maurice Malpas on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:51:09 I once became so animated, Barry Corr broke a bone through surprise.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: jimbob on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:52:18 william hill not taking bets on holloway as next manager..... nor bets on any appointment as next manager according to my phone call with them ??? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:52:29 I'm not sure which way to take the whole waiting until someone available like Tottenham might have done bit. Sorry lover, but what did he actually say there then, unable to listen to the radio at the mo. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:52:51 william hill not taking bets on holloway as next manager..... The more I think about it the more I think there was something to Holloway being at matches...... I don't think we can underestimate how astute Fitton and the board are as businessmen. Just putting 2+2 together to equal 5 but it seems strange.Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: sonic youth on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:53:50 the full statement on the website is really great. respect mr fitton.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:56:38 fitton has been more than patient with malpas.the facts are that malpas has failed and taken us backwards.
fitton has to get the next appointment right. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC_Gazza on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:57:42 Proven track record? He said that prior to the MM appointment! Tea Lady it is then! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:58:33 Darren Patterson from Oxford?? It's about time we recalled our agent from the Kassam, he's done a great job, from our point of view, down there.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:01:26 Sorry lover, but what did he actually say there then, unable to listen to the radio at the mo. Someone else was probably listening better than me but he did a little mumbling talk about Tottenham waiting for the right time when they could get their man, and how it was a bit like that.I'm probably just reading too much into it all. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:01:45 fitton has been more than patient with malpas.the facts are that malpas has failed and taken us backwards. fitton has to get the next appointment right. Or? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Tails on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:03:40 Arriba will stab him.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:05:00 Fred will shoot the fucker.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Mplanney on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:06:28 should be intresting to see how many out of job managers turn up for tommorows game
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:07:11 Where will Holloway sit, Town End or Exec Arkells?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Tails on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:09:40 We should play spot the manager. Probably be more interesting than the game.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:12:50 Or? or the 3 year plan will have been a long shot.malpas's appointment has been a waste of valuable time. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:16:44 and money
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:18:55 or the 3 year plan will have been a long shot.malpas's appointment has been a waste of valuable time. meh. I never believed it anyway. Didn't fitton say something at the agm about needing to find new revenue streams before they can look at a serious promotion push? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:20:51 dunno wasn't there.whatever time scale he gives, malpas has been a waste of it.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:22:56 Malpas positives:
Paynter's improved dramatically I'm stuck now, anyone fancy helping? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:24:31 what does meh mean?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:24:46 he had the same first initial as me?!!! M
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:25:45 Don't be a plonker, I'm really not bothered what you think tbh. I come on here for some light relief, to get me through the working day, not to be quizzed by some person I barely know. I'm seeing a jan/fb dell/reg double header duel with old-fashioned pistols in the centre circle at half time tomorrow. Combine that with the fucking seal juggling and we're on to a winner entertainment-wise. If that don't get the crowds coming back, nothing willPlease move on from this subject. I will be. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Power to people on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:26:07 Malpas positives: Paynter's improved dramatically I'm stuck now, anyone fancy helping? Cox has been rattling in the goals under Malpas ? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:26:58 Cox has been rattling in the goals under Malpas ? That's not really a change though, he's knocked them in under every manager he's served under. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:27:43 Cox has been rattling in the goals under Malpas ? one from Fatbury "Pooky wooky has been playing :flaccid: Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:29:37 what does meh mean? It's sort of a cross between, hmmm, eh?, ooooh, oh, heh, ha and squelch. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:30:30 Malpas positives: Paynter's improved dramatically I'm stuck now, anyone fancy helping? No boring nil-nil draws Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: magicroundabout on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:41:41 especially on the conceeding front
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DMR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:46:33 Fucking hell not Byrne PLEASE!!!! Come on AF now is the time to get a name in to "unite the clans" sorry fans. A clear out would be the best for all. Shame if MM does goes, I don't have anything against the bloke personally, unfortunately he just was cut out for the role. Fuck off, we were lush under Byrne last year! I hope that the board dont opt for what is basically the fundamentally cheapest appointment again because it won't work. Lets see some ambition. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DiV on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:47:30 Malpas positives: Paynter's improved dramatically I'm stuck now, anyone fancy helping? He signed Cox, McNamee & Timlin technically. He put young Sean Morrison he's only 17 in the first team Our performance at home to Swansea last season with 10 was excellent We beat Rovers away and we beat Port Vale 6-0 Its not much, but a few of those things will be remembered. I reckon the Swansea game was our best performance last season Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:49:00 Fuck off, we were lush under Byrne last year! I hope that the board dont opt for what is basically the fundamentally cheapest appointment again because it won't work. Lets see some ambition. and the cheap option is byrne Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:51:20 Our performance at home to Swansea last season with 10 was excellent Straw clutching? Swansea at Home was like 2 or 3 games before he got the job..... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: ghanimah on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:55:14 He signed Cox, McNamee & Timlin technically. He put young Sean Morrison he's only 17 in the first team Our performance at home to Swansea last season with 10 was excellent We beat Rovers away and we beat Port Vale 6-0 Its not much, but a few of those things will be remembered. I reckon the Swansea game was our best performance last season Performance against Huddersfield in the first half, a match ruined by the ref if I remember rightly Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DMR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:55:41 and the cheap option is byrne I ain't saying I want him full time or owt. Just that he's alright. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:56:20 I'm seeing a jan/fb dell/reg double header duel with old-fashioned pistols in the centre circle at half time tomorrow. Combine that with the fucking seal juggling and we're on to a winner entertainment-wise. If that don't get the crowds coming back, nothing will That moment has passed Paul (I hope). I've got a meal to go to tomorrow night, and I don't fancy my chances. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:57:31 He signed Cox, McNamee & Timlin technically. The Swansea game was Byrne not MalpasHe put young Sean Morrison he's only 17 in the first team Our performance at home to Swansea last season with 10 was excellent We beat Rovers away and we beat Port Vale 6-0 Its not much, but a few of those things will be remembered. I reckon the Swansea game was our best performance last season Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:58:23 He signed Cox, McNamee & Timlin technically. He put young Sean Morrison he's only 17 in the first team Our performance at home to Swansea last season with 10 was excellent We beat Rovers away and we beat Port Vale 6-0 Its not much, but a few of those things will be remembered. I reckon the Swansea game was our best performance last season any of us watching training would have played morrison by now. byrne was in charge of the swansea game.and the signings mentioned would have been made anyway. malpas's signings leave alot to be desired Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: yeo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:58:53 Not sure why everyones so keen on Holloway?
What does he offer other than mildy entertaining Soundbites? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 13:59:20 charisma for starters
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:00:30 kingy had charisma
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:01:32 He shares a name with a prison? Holloway, not Ian. Although they should name prison's after bloke's names, like Ian. Then when some bloke comes out of clink he'll have to tell people "I spent 5 years inside Ian, yeah it was alright..." Would always make you smile inside, as you wouldn't want to upset the nutter you're talking to.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:01:44 kingy was better than malpas.at least he signed decent players.all is by the by though.i wouldn't say he had charisma.he was abrasive imo
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DMR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:02:00 Not sure why everyones so keen on Holloway? What does he offer other than mildy entertaining Soundbites? I think at this level you need a name bigger than the players... Wise, Sturrock and dare I say Kingy etc command respect from the players just because of who they are, we all know who Ollie is and thus I bet he'd get more from the players than Malpas, or say Iffy, - it's widely suggested the squad had no time for him. I'd fucking love a random appointment of a big name with no previous... someone like Teddy Sheringham or Martin Keown, won't happen though. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DiV on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:02:39 Not sure why everyones so keen on Holloway? What does he offer other than mildy entertaining Soundbites? he got leicester relegated and is a gashead Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: tans on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:02:52 umm Keown.
Good shout there Dave Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:03:36 i like the keown shout.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:04:31 I think at this level you need a name bigger than the players... Wise, Sturrock and dare I say Kingy etc command respect from the players just because of who they are, we all know who Ollie is and thus I bet he'd get more from the players than Malpas, or say Iffy, - it's widely suggested the squad had no time for him. Think you're right there Dave. Which is a sad reflection on the players' self-belief, professionalism, passion for the club etc etc but there it is. You play the hand you're dealtTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DiV on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:04:42 If he turned down a job at Portsmouth would he accept one at Swindon?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:05:19 i like the keown shout. Known scummer and turned down Pompey which suggests he doesn't want to go into coaching yetTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:05:19 So we're replacing one ex-international defender, with not much managerial experience, with an ex-international defender with no managerial experience. Surely that won't please the masses.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DiV on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:06:08 So we're replacing one ex-international defender, with not much managerial experience, with an ex-international defender with no managerial experience. Surely that won't please the masses. Yeah but Johnny Armchairfan knows who Keown is, he's the big ugly monkey looking one Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:06:31 So we're replacing one ex-international defender, with not much managerial experience, with an ex-international defender with no managerial experience. Surely that won't please the masses. Yeah, but he's been on the tellybox and Scotland doesn't count :) Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:06:39 So we're replacing one ex-international defender, with not much managerial experience, with an ex-international defender with no managerial experience. Surely that won't please the masses. The molasses would love it because they've heard of Keown.Anyway back to more important stuff - you're just gibbing this duel with fb because you're frightened of his eye patch aren't you? Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DMR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:07:23 If he turned down a job at Portsmouth would he accept one at Swindon? Top job, in charge? Just chucking names about, but Jan- I think someone like Keown would be seen in a better light because this side of the border we all know who he is. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: janaage on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:07:39 Good points.
He ain't got much of a personality from what I've seen. I think AF will go for experience this time round, not a "new starter". Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: yeo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:08:11 Keown can fuck right off.
Its sad that personality should come into it however as it so important can I suggest a "Big Brother" type competion,or maybe Manager Idol... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: DMR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:08:45 Isn't Dennis Bergkamp trying to get into coaching?!...... *drools at the thought if it*...
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: glos_robin on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:08:56 Keown can fuck right off. Its sad that personality should come into it however as it so important can I suggest a "Big Brother" type competion,or maybe Manager Idol... Like Luton did a few years back kind of..... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: flammableBen on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:09:07 Gaffer Factor
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: yeo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:10:36 10 manager in a room for a week all playing FM2009 and doing tasks with Cones.
Its a winner! Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Arriba on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:12:42 Known scummer and turned down Pompey which suggests he doesn't want to go into coaching yet maybe he doesn't want to be a number 2? and is he on record as a scummer?(not that it bothers me) he was a top defender and part of a fantastic team. he'd whet the appetite for me Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:17:05 he'd whet the appetite for me Really don't like the idea of a whetted arriba. Keown OUT!Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: yeo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:18:10 Hes from Oxford thats gotta rule him out surely!?
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: thepeoplesgame on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:25:17 maybe he doesn't want to be a number 2? and is he on record as a scummer?(not that it bothers me) he was a top defender and part of a fantastic team. he'd whet the appetite for me He has explicitly said on Radio 5 that he is after a job in management and would look to go down the "Paul Ince route" to gain experience and learn the trade. However, when I hear him on the radio and see him on the telly he just states the bleedin' obvious while trying to dress it up as amazing tactical insight. Not at all sure he's worth the risk when there are decent experienced options available. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: STFC_Gazza on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:33:11 Here is a shot out of the dark (unless someone mentioned it as I have not read the thread) - Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. Says he wants to manage. Big name, will start from lower leagues.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:34:30 It's certainly a big name, must be a good 25 letters. Ace player as well.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Sippo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:35:04 Same as Dennis Bergkamp.
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: pauld on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:39:10 He has explicitly said on Radio 5 that he is after a job in management and would look to go down the "Paul Ince route" to gain experience and learn the trade. Nah, you misheard - he said he wants to go up Paul Ince's passage. It was a massive self-outing that everyone missed because he's so dull to listen toTitle: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Power to people on Friday, November 14, 2008, 14:56:10 Here is a shot out of the dark (unless someone mentioned it as I have not read the thread) - Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. Says he wants to manage. Big name, will start from lower leagues. I'd much rather go for Poyet, he wants to be a manager, the only reason he left last time was to follow his mate Dennis as they was 'a team' now he can be his own man. High profile Young up and coming managers have had success over recent season's (Ince, Ferguson, Keane, Di Matteo) but there is an argument that says we need experience here ala Sturrock though Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Colin Todd on Friday, November 14, 2008, 15:17:33 Just listend to Fittons interview on the OS
I'm not hanging out of his arse here, but It fills me with happiness that we have a bloke so intellegent, articulate with a real passion for the game running our club. (not to mention rich with even richer mates!) He makes a lot of sense, especially the bit where he talks about Joe Kinnear and Chris Hughton at Newcastle. Kinnear says Hughton is a better coach than him, the reason kinnear is a manager with a reasonable track record is that he can get inside players heads (not literally) and raise their level of performance. The relevance to STFC is that he says managers need a cretain "sparkle" or Charisma that you even have or dont, regardless of how much of a student you are of the game or how good a coach you are. He dosnt directly say it but its clear he means malpas does not have this even though he maintains that he is an excellent coach. On this basis I think Holloway will be our new manager as the charismatic figure head, hopefully with an experienced coaching team underneath him. (again not literally) Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: nevillew on Friday, November 14, 2008, 15:25:46 Hes from Oxford thats gotta rule him out surely!? No, Yeovil, it gives everyone an excuse to get on his back the moment we don't win a game at least 3-0 We probably couldn't afford him if he turned down Portsmouth anyway Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Ardiles on Friday, November 14, 2008, 15:41:12 Just listend to Fittons interview on the OS I'm not hanging out of his arse here, but It fills me with happiness that we have a bloke so intellegent, articulate with a real passion for the game running our club. (not to mention rich with even richer mates!) He makes a lot of sense, especially the bit where he talks about Joe Kinnear and Chris Hughton at Newcastle. Kinnear says Hughton is a better coach than him, the reason kinnear is a manager with a reasonable track record is that he can get inside players heads (not literally) and raise their level of performance. The relevance to STFC is that he says managers need a cretain "sparkle" or Charisma that you even have or dont, regardless of how much of a student you are of the game or how good a coach you are. He dosnt directly say it but its clear he means malpas does not have this even though he maintains that he is an excellent coach. On this basis I think Holloway will be our new manager as the charismatic figure head, hopefully with an experienced coaching team underneath him. (again not literally) Seconded. Despite the very obvious misjudgement in appointing Malpas (based on a misplaced 'gut feel', it appears), I still maintain that Fitton is our best signing from the last few years. I remain confident that this is all going to come good in the end. Viva AF. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, November 14, 2008, 16:28:13 Iain Dowie instead of Malpas ... not rocket science!! Goodbye Mr Magic! Hello Mr Ugly!! Strangely Dowie has a degree in rocket science....unlike MM who has a degree in electrical engineering. Whoever takes over, will have the same problems as MM, namely a squad of players with too many not up to the required standard to mount a challenge in L1. Given that it's been stated the squad is too big and sales need to happen, it will take a gaffer of serious ability to move us forward.... Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, November 14, 2008, 20:03:18 I think it would just take a manager who could get the players putting in a bit of effort. Every fan wants promotion, otherwise what's the point?
However, I think many recognise this could take time. What they couldn't stomach was the limp wristed efforts like the game at Histon. The games we've done well in recently are how we should have been performing all season in my opinion. If we get beat to teams playing like that then it's because they are a better team. Sure, fans won't be happy with a defeat, but they won't feel like our team is a lost cause. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: reeves4england on Friday, November 14, 2008, 20:14:12 Si, I've just noticed your signature. Top stuff!
Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Nemo on Friday, November 14, 2008, 20:19:17 Si, I've just noticed your signature. Top stuff! Seconded. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Friday, November 14, 2008, 20:25:10 Seconded. Despite the very obvious misjudgement in appointing Malpas (based on a misplaced 'gut feel', it appears), I still maintain that Fitton is our best signing from the last few years. I remain confident that this is all going to come good in the end. Viva AF. Thirded. No doubt about it whatsoever. Title: Re: BBC Swindon this morning Post by: Simon Pieman on Friday, November 14, 2008, 20:36:27 Si, I've just noticed your signature. Top stuff! I'm not sure it's as good as the adapted Madonna tune, but I can always change it if we do indeed get Holloway in. |