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« Reply #7305 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 08:19:09 »

Another club in the shit
Thats stopped the £3.5m transfer of Louie Barry.
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« Reply #7306 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 19:22:59 »

What an awful load of old shite the Women’s Euros are.
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« Reply #7307 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 19:46:15 »

That prick at morecambe continues to drag his feet.....
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« Reply #7308 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 19:54:25 »

What an awful load of old shite the Women’s Euros are.

As of today, there appears to be only one potential winner which is Spain of course.  They seem to be years ahead of the rest. There are huge difference betweem the men's and women's game, including lack of closing down giving ample shooting opportunities. Women's teams are becoming more proficient and skillful, but it is easier just to accept that the men's and women's games are different although they are subject to the same laws.  I enjoy the effort and team spirit of the women's game but am not sure that VAR is neccessary, the games are much slower. The views of rural Switzerland are stunning, worth watchung the games just for that.
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« Reply #7309 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 20:05:32 »

I’m not comparing them to men’s football. As a stand-alone spectacle it is very poor fare. Low in quality and excitement.

The last Euros were better. For all the extra exposure and money involved it seems to have gone backwards.
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« Reply #7310 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 20:27:43 »

I think to a point you're probably just comparing the group stages of this tournament with the latter stages of the last one. The depth definitely isn't there, the bad teams are really very bad. We'll see how it goes when Spain play someone good (perhaps not England!).
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« Reply #7311 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 20:32:13 »

I’m not comparing them to men’s football. As a stand-alone spectacle it is very poor fare. Low in quality and excitement.

The last Euros were better. For all the extra exposure and money involved it seems to have gone backwards.

I would agree with that, most teams don't look as capable as last time, for example Norway seemed to be not as good but have won two games so far suggesting overall a lower standard in the tournament.
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« Reply #7312 on: Monday, July 7, 2025, 21:50:49 »

Would imagine the WSL teams and women’s teams in general here are terrified of England getting dumped out in the group stages. Would likely lead to a significant decrease in interest in women’s football in this country and not help with them trying to force artificial growth.
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« Reply #7313 on: Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 06:19:35 »

I've watched a little bit of the euros so far. I was very impressed with the French, who beat us very handily despite the scoreline. The end to the Switzerland game the other day was fun, nice for the hosts to get something to cheer about. Spain are clearly on another level, and England will have to be much better against the Dutch to avoid going out at the group stage, which would be sad to see, but it is starting to feel a little 'end of an era' for this group of players.
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« Reply #7314 on: Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 12:28:42 »

And still it drags on..... https://bsky.app/profile/uglygame.bsky.social/post/3lthbcdrwdk2z
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« Reply #7315 on: Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 18:18:49 »

That prick at morecambe continues to drag his feet.....

Now he is selling it to somwone else, no doubt a friend of his!

https://www.morecambefc.com/news/2025/july/09/public--statement-on-behalf-of-jason-whittingham--bond-group/

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« Reply #7316 on: Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 19:14:23 »

Or delaying further, though he's said it's done. Feels a bit Bury
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« Reply #7317 on: Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 21:52:06 »

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/09/ryan-bowman-banned-from-football-for-three-and-a-half-years-for-placing-6397-bets-fa

6,397 bets in 15 months! Over 350 bets on matches for teams he was contracted to at the time.

Thankfully I've only ever placed about 5 bets in my life - the Grand National and once for Bez to win Big Brother when the lineup was announced. As a poor student I think I put a fiver or tenner on it and won 80.
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« Reply #7318 on: Thursday, July 10, 2025, 08:59:02 »

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/09/ryan-bowman-banned-from-football-for-three-and-a-half-years-for-placing-6397-bets-fa

6,397 bets in 15 months! Over 350 bets on matches for teams he was contracted to at the time.

Thankfully I've only ever placed about 5 bets in my life - the Grand National and once for Bez to win Big Brother when the lineup was announced. As a poor student I think I put a fiver or tenner on it and won 80.
What are the odds of that happening to him Wink
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« Reply #7319 on: Thursday, July 10, 2025, 09:15:43 »


Supporters Trust have spoken to National League who have confirmed that they know nothing about this potential new buyer, just stinks of further delaying tactics by the prick.

Edit - Previous 'buyers' have released a statement....

July 10, 2025
Panjab Warriors Response to Breach of Public Commitments by Bond Group Investments Ltd
The Panjab Warriors are dismayed by the events that have unfolded since the public confirmation of our acquisition of Morecambe Football Club. In light of Bond Group Investments Ltd’s latest announcement suggesting the sale of the club to an alternative party, we feel compelled to provide clarity to supporters, regulators, and the wider football community.
On Friday, July 4, 2025, two formal statements were published on the official Morecambe FC website:
The Morecambe FC Board of Directors stated:
“The Board of Directors have unanimously agreed to rejoin Morecambe FC and facilitate the sale of Bond Group's shares to Panjab Warriors, which is intended to complete on Monday.”
“All we can promise is that we will do everything in our powers to make it happen, get wages paid, and begin at last to look forwards.”
A statement on behalf of Jason Whittingham and Bond Group Investments Ltd confirmed:
“Bond Group Investments LTD and Panjab Warriors Sports LTD have today agreed final terms for the transfer of ownership and sale of Morecambe Football Club Limited, subject to contract, and intend to complete the sale… on Monday 7th July 2025.”
“Panjab Warriors will now engage with the National League... and provide evidence that the club will be in a stable financial position moving forward.”
These were not speculative intentions—they were formal acknowledgements of a concluded negotiation process. The Panjab Warriors had already received full EFL approval, with all terms agreed and financial conditions satisfied. We entered this process in good faith and have, over the past 14 months, contributed significant funding to support the operational survival of the club, including payroll and working capital, at the repeated request of Bond Group Investments Ltd (BGI).
Such statements were not verbal assurances—they were repeatedly reiterated by BGI through various modes of communication, including emails, written correspondence, and formal requests. These communications consistently reaffirmed that financial support was being sought to maintain the club’s operations while the sale to Panjab Warriors was finalised, and that the agreed acquisition would be completed upon receipt of EFL approval.
All funds advanced to the club—structured as interest-free loans—were provided strictly on the basis of these written assurances. It is now clear that such representations were misleading, and that we were induced to provide critical financial support under false pretences.
Had it not been for the specific written undertakings and confirmations from BGI, we would never have entered into such financial commitments. We now find ourselves in a position where, having honoured every obligation and provided over a year of support to keep the club alive, the sale is being diverted in favour of a last-minute party, without transparency or justification.
This is not only a fundamental breach of trust, but may constitute misrepresentation and bad faith dealing, with potential legal consequences that we are now actively exploring.
The Implications
The Panjab Warriors were formally approved by the EFL, fully funded, and ready to complete the deal immediately.
The public commitment by both the Club Board and Bond Group leaves no room for ambiguity.
The introduction of a new party at the final hour—after formal statements, EFL approval, and financial reliance—raises serious legal and regulatory questions.
We are currently seeking legal advice and will begin exploring all legal avenues, including action for misrepresentation and recovery of funds.
Regrettably, should this matter not be resolved swiftly and honourably, we will be forced to consider legal action to recover the substantial loans and financial support provided. While we have no desire to take action against Morecambe Football Club itself, we may be left with no alternative if Bond Group’s conduct continues to compromise both the club and our investment.
Call to Action
We now urge:
Bond Group Investments Ltd to honour its public commitment
The EFL and National League to investigate the matter thoroughly and suspend approval of any alternative transactions until this dispute is resolved
The Morecambe FC Board of Directors to uphold the trust placed in them by supporters and act in accordance with the club’s values and public pledges
The Panjab Warriors remain fully committed to the club and stand ready to complete the deal in accordance with the original agreement. We believe the supporters, staff, and town of Morecambe deserve nothing less than transparency, professionalism, and leadership grounded in integrity.

For media enquiries, please contact:
Panjab Warriors Communications Team
Email: info@panjabwarriors.com
Website: www.panjabwarriors.com

Panjab Warriors
For the Future of Morecambe FC
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