Malpas: Why are you being so negative?
MAURICE Malpas insists he will take only positive thoughts with him to Tranmere Rovers tonight, despite the barrage of criticism levelled at his side's recent poor form.
Going into tonight's clash at Tranmere (7.45pm), Town have won just one of their last nine matches, including three defeats in four games, but Malpas believes the media have exaggerated the nature of their slide down the League One table.
The County Ground chief insists recent performances have been "excellent" and claims the statistics do not tell the full story of the Robins' recent run.
Malpas said: "The media are there to sell papers. They write bad headlines. If it's one win in nine, they write that and they sell papers that way. I understand that people perceive certain situations and produce headlines from it.
"I would never change that, that's part and parcel of the game, I just hope the fans know we're sticking together and getting on with it.
"I'm a positive person and hopefully our fans won't get into a negative frame of mind. We've got a game on Friday night - let's go and win that game.
"The way we have played in the last six or seven games isn't the reason we have been beat.
"In terms of our overall play we have been excellent.
"But we've given ourselves a few problems by not defending set pieces properly and missing chance after chance.
"It's important that we win to get the monkey off our back - they (the media) are coming out with stats and they are not very flattering to anybody."
Town fans were rubbing their hands in anticipation after the recent 2-2 draw against Carlisle, when Malpas' team put on a show to be proud of.
Back-to-back defeats against Brighton and Southend over Easter saw Swindon slump to 15th, but Malpas insists a big win could be just around the corner.
He said: "By the law of averages we are going to give a team a bit of a beating soon. Either that or we are going to get an absolute roasting from a team and win 1-0. At the moment we seem to be roasting teams and getting nothing.
"We have to stay positive because we know on our day we can beat anybody.
"It's all about winning though. That's what the players want and that's what the fans want.
"It doesn't matter how we win, who scores the goals or when the goals go in, we just need to get one more goal than the opposition.
"If we do that we'll come back down the road on Friday night a happy team with three points."
Striker Kaid Mohamed will be included in the squad for the trip to Prenton Park after completing a month's loan at Torquay United.
7:30am Friday 28th March 2008
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CommentPosted by: stuart randall, port de soller mallorca on 7:43am Fri 28 Mar 08
First you have taken a squad who were fairly decent and demoralised them, yes injuries and suspensions have played a part.
However 1 win in 9 games is the "Pits" as to your comment law of averages, sounds as if you are hoping for the best.
I do not know if you ever read these comments but the paying fans are I am afraid not keen on your management style, as were the Motherwell fans.
As a true fan I know its impossible to win every game but your team under your management have done little to impress the Town faithfull.
What was the reasoning of that drastic goalie deal PB out Smith in/PB back.
I do hope the town do not get relagated,and if that were to happen I would not like to be in your shoes.
I just hope AF realizes he made a mistake in appointing you, as to date as said you aint done a thing.
Anyways as normal hope the team does get a miracle this evening good luck[bold]bold[/bold]
First you have taken a squad who were fairly decent and demoralised them, yes injuries and suspensions have played a part.
However 1 win in 9 games is the "Pits" as to your comment law of averages, sounds as if you are hoping for the best.
I do not know if you ever read these comments but the paying fans are I am afraid not keen on your management style, as were the Motherwell fans.
As a true fan I know its impossible to win every game but your team under your management have done little to impress the Town faithfull.
What was the reasoning of that drastic goalie deal PB out Smith in/PB back.
I do hope the town do not get relagated,and if that were to happen I would not like to be in your shoes.
I just hope AF realizes he made a mistake in appointing you, as to date as said you aint done a thing.
Anyways as normal hope the team does get a miracle this evening good luck
Posted by: TonyJanson, Chippenham on 7:46am Fri 28 Mar 08
BEFORE THE GAME : -
Instructions to the Tranmere players : It`ll be easy lads, Go for the set pieces and dont worry if they get any penalties !
............
Instructions to the Swindon players : If I think of a gameplan I`ll let you know at half-time and dont worry if you`re playing out of position.
AFTER THE GAME : -
Tranmere Manager : Well done lads ! You got the result you deserved .
Swindon Manager : We were a bit unlucky really. We had most of the play but we must stop giving away easy goals.
BEFORE THE GAME : -
Instructions to the Tranmere players : It`ll be easy lads, Go for the set pieces and dont worry if they get any penalties !
............
Instructions to the Swindon players : If I think of a gameplan I`ll let you know at half-time and dont worry if you`re playing out of position.
AFTER THE GAME : -
Tranmere Manager : Well done lads ! You got the result you deserved .
Swindon Manager : We were a bit unlucky really. We had most of the play but we must stop giving away easy goals.
Posted by: mossy282, highworth on 7:48am Fri 28 Mar 08
We have been roasting teams??? I must have neen at a different match to MM on Monday, we were absolutly dire. Ten weeks ago it was not a bad side,now it's a awful side and what has changed?-MM arrived ! even Byrne and Williams nmade a better fist of things. I thank AF for saving this club and investing in it but I really think he has made a mistake in MM.
We have been roasting teams??? I must have neen at a different match to MM on Monday, we were absolutly dire. Ten weeks ago it was not a bad side,now it's a awful side and what has changed?-MM arrived ! even Byrne and Williams nmade a better fist of things. I thank AF for saving this club and investing in it but I really think he has made a mistake in MM.
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 7:50am Fri 28 Mar 08
"MAURICE Malpas insists he will take only positive thoughts" ...... well that ain't going to use up to much ink and paper if he has to write them down.
"MAURICE Malpas insists he will take only positive thoughts" ...... well that ain't going to use up to much ink and paper if he has to write them down.
Posted by: red ed, Bristol on 7:55am Fri 28 Mar 08
Stats is the way performance in football is measured. The most imporant presentation of these stats is the league table. The fact is, since MM has been here we've taken a big dive down the table. The stats don't lie.
I'm not so sure that recent performances have been "excellent" anyway -- performances in which soft goals are conceded are not excellent. He needs to stop talking this drivel and concentrate on turning it around. He is already sounding desperate.
As for us being able to beat anyone on our day - yes, we know this side can do that, so why haven't we been winning under you, Maurice!?
Stats is the way performance in football is measured. The most imporant presentation of these stats is the league table. The fact is, since MM has been here we've taken a big dive down the table. The stats don't lie.
I'm not so sure that recent performances have been "excellent" anyway -- performances in which soft goals are conceded are not excellent. He needs to stop talking this drivel and concentrate on turning it around. He is already sounding desperate.
As for us being able to beat anyone on our day - yes, we know this side can do that, so why haven't we been winning under you, Maurice!?
Posted by: stickybeak, . on 8:14am Fri 28 Mar 08
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans.
I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh.
The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans.
I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh.
The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.
Posted by: M Mack, Highworth on 8:25am Fri 28 Mar 08
I'm sure Mr Malpas is aware of these comments and to be honest, it's not helping the situation. It must be putting extra presssure on him knowing that the fans are not happy. I'm not comfortable with that, but the simple fact is that he doesn't seem to be the right person to take us forward. Not everybody can be successful everywhere. I do wish him the best, but things are going to get uncomfortable for all concerned if we carry on like this.
I'm sure Mr Malpas is aware of these comments and to be honest, it's not helping the situation. It must be putting extra presssure on him knowing that the fans are not happy. I'm not comfortable with that, but the simple fact is that he doesn't seem to be the right person to take us forward. Not everybody can be successful everywhere. I do wish him the best, but things are going to get uncomfortable for all concerned if we carry on like this.
Posted by: hogface, Worcestershire on 8:30am Fri 28 Mar 08
What did we do to deserve this deluded joker. He's got no management pedigree and he seems to think we're playing well ! I'd like him to find a single supporter who agrees!
The sooner he takes his skills back to Jocko land the better.
What did we do to deserve this deluded joker. He's got no management pedigree and he seems to think we're playing well ! I'd like him to find a single supporter who agrees!
The sooner he takes his skills back to Jocko land the better.
Posted by: TonyJanson, Chippenham on 8:36am Fri 28 Mar 08
Hogface : MM may be a very nice man and a reasonable coach. As a manager he`s well out of his depth. Soon one of his few supporters will be saying that The Town need to go down and then rebuild .
Hogface : MM may be a very nice man and a reasonable coach. As a manager he`s well out of his depth. Soon one of his few supporters will be saying that The Town need to go down and then rebuild .
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 8:42am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]stickybeak[/bold] wrote:
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.[/quote] I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't.
stickybeak wrote:
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.
I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't.
Posted by: swindon1969 on 8:51am Fri 28 Mar 08
The County Ground chief insists recent performances have been "excellent" and claims the statistics do not tell the full story of the Robins' recent run.
Im sorry MM,but what game are you watching?The game agaist Carlise was indeed excellent,but alot of the performances have been shocking.
The County Ground chief insists recent performances have been "excellent" and claims the statistics do not tell the full story of the Robins' recent run.
Im sorry MM,but what game are you watching?The game agaist Carlise was indeed excellent,but alot of the performances have been shocking.
Posted by: mr big, Swindon on 8:58am Fri 28 Mar 08
Why don't we sack MM. Get a top manager on high wages let the club go bust then you lot with have nothing to moan about. We are Swindon Town Not Man UTD. Ther yo go.
Why don't we sack MM. Get a top manager on high wages let the club go bust then you lot with have nothing to moan about. We are Swindon Town Not Man UTD. Ther yo go.
Posted by: stickybeak, . on 9:02am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Time_waits_for_no_man[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]stickybeak[/bold] wrote:
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.[/quote] I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't. [/quote] My opinion is it's harsh to criticise him after so little time.
Yes the "we need to win" comment was a little obvious after 1 win in 9. I'm concerned, but not pushing the panic button just yet.
That is my opinion.
Still, if it makes you happy to moan on and on about Malpas then carry on.
Time_waits_for_no_man wrote:
stickybeak wrote:
Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.
I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't.
My opinion is it's harsh to criticise him after so little time.
Yes the "we need to win" comment was a little obvious after 1 win in 9. I'm concerned, but not pushing the panic button just yet.
That is my opinion.
Still, if it makes you happy to moan on and on about Malpas then carry on.
Posted by: A Tax Payer, Peatmoor on 9:08am Fri 28 Mar 08
In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things.
There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie.
I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard.
As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities.
Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you.
Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has.
In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things.
There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie.
I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard.
As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities.
Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you.
Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has.
Posted by: janaage, Swindon on 9:09am Fri 28 Mar 08
I totally agree with Steakybeak (as most of you probably know by now).
I'm not saying that MM is the answer, I just think it'd be a case of premature ejection if we were to sack him now.
He needs time, and I can't see how all this negativity is helping matters, must put a lot of extra, un-needed pressure on the team and coaching staff.
Come on you reds!!
I totally agree with Steakybeak (as most of you probably know by now).
I'm not saying that MM is the answer, I just think it'd be a case of premature ejection if we were to sack him now.
He needs time, and I can't see how all this negativity is helping matters, must put a lot of extra, un-needed pressure on the team and coaching staff.
Come on you reds!!
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 9:15am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]stickybeak[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]Time_waits_for_no_man[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]stickybeak[/bold] wrote: Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.[/quote] I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't. [/quote] My opinion is it's harsh to criticise him after so little time. Yes the "we need to win" comment was a little obvious after 1 win in 9. I'm concerned, but not pushing the panic button just yet. That is my opinion. Still, if it makes you happy to moan on and on about Malpas then carry on.[/quote] So little time - mores the concern the damage he has done in this 'little time'......I have a cunning plan .....Lets all sit back and watch !...When its time I will hit the panic button...wait for it!! keep waiting !! oh sugar its too late now we are sunk !!!!
stickybeak wrote:
Time_waits_for_no_man wrote: stickybeak wrote: Sorry MM, it's not the press that are being negative it's the fans. I don't agree with it, but listening around the ground on a Saturday isn't happy listening. Personally I think it's a bit harsh. The only way to change this is to start playing well more consistently, and get good results. I know we won't play as well as we did against Carlisle every week, but we do need to put the same amount of effort in week in week out.
I like the way you disagreed with it - then said you thoughts on how to cure it - YES negative fans but for good reason - do we sit back and let our club go down and down without a whimper. People like to air their thoughts perhaps you don't.
My opinion is it's harsh to criticise him after so little time. Yes the "we need to win" comment was a little obvious after 1 win in 9. I'm concerned, but not pushing the panic button just yet. That is my opinion. Still, if it makes you happy to moan on and on about Malpas then carry on.
So little time - mores the concern the damage he has done in this 'little time'......I have a cunning plan .....Lets all sit back and watch !...When its time I will hit the panic button...wait for it!! keep waiting !! oh sugar its too late now we are sunk !!!!
Posted by: janaage, Swindon on 9:29am Fri 28 Mar 08
I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans.
When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them.
I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans.
When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them.
Posted by: Vulcan, Swindon on 9:37am Fri 28 Mar 08
' In terms of our overall play we have been excellent.'
What cloud are you living on Mr.Malpas?I attended my first game of the season on Monday and it was so bad that i spent most of the game picking out the landmarks that I could see from my vantage point in the Arkells stand.The football was abysmal and I see better quality and commitment watching my 14 year old play on a Sunday morning (and it's cheaper).
' In terms of our overall play we have been excellent.'
What cloud are you living on Mr.Malpas?I attended my first game of the season on Monday and it was so bad that i spent most of the game picking out the landmarks that I could see from my vantage point in the Arkells stand.The football was abysmal and I see better quality and commitment watching my 14 year old play on a Sunday morning (and it's cheaper).
Posted by: s.lovesey, Swindon on 9:37am Fri 28 Mar 08
I hope that the players, MM and Fitton do read this site, I had been calling for MM to be given more time, but his substitutions, team selection and now talk of having "Roasted" teams recently, just highlight that you can give him as much time as you want as long as you are prepared for us to get back to playing against Oxford and I can't see them being promoted. It would be harsh to be critical of MM if we had been playing well every game and his team selection made sense, you have to remember that Sturrock was achieving with this team. So the players are good enough !! So it must be the management that aren't....
I hope that the players, MM and Fitton do read this site, I had been calling for MM to be given more time, but his substitutions, team selection and now talk of having "Roasted" teams recently, just highlight that you can give him as much time as you want as long as you are prepared for us to get back to playing against Oxford and I can't see them being promoted. It would be harsh to be critical of MM if we had been playing well every game and his team selection made sense, you have to remember that Sturrock was achieving with this team. So the players are good enough !! So it must be the management that aren't....
Posted by: blobster, Bradford on Avon on 9:54am Fri 28 Mar 08
You have hit the nail on the head Mr Lovesy
These players were performing well under Sturrock
They are not performing well now
What has changed: the manager
You have hit the nail on the head Mr Lovesy
These players were performing well under Sturrock
They are not performing well now
What has changed: the manager
Posted by: realist, wilts on 9:59am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]A Tax Payer[/bold] wrote:
In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things.
There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie.
I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard.
As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities.
Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you.
Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has. [/quote] A tax payer said
"Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy"
The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it.
We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue.
A Tax Payer wrote:
In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things.
There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie.
I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard.
As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities.
Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you.
Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has.
A tax payer said
"Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy"
The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it.
We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue.
Posted by: stfclondon on 10:12am Fri 28 Mar 08
I agree, realist. Rather than Health and Industry, our motto should be Delusions and Negativity.
Let's hope the manager's positivity rubs off on the players.
I agree, realist. Rather than Health and Industry, our motto should be Delusions and Negativity.
Let's hope the manager's positivity rubs off on the players.
Posted by: Joner, Bath on 10:14am Fri 28 Mar 08
It sticks in the craw to hear Malpas berating the media for reporting 'negative' stories about the Town. What is he asking them to do, distort the facts and say they haven't won just one of the last nine? "If it's one win in nine, they write that and they sell papers that way". Maurice, if you really think that is going to sell papers you are losing your grip on reality. I am sure the Adver will tell you that their sales figures increase when the Town are doing well, not the other way round!
Strikes me that Malpas is getting desperate and really feeling the pressure. He should realise that the only way he can get the media to write positive stories is to produce positive results on the pitch. Anything else will lead to deserved criticism.
It sticks in the craw to hear Malpas berating the media for reporting 'negative' stories about the Town. What is he asking them to do, distort the facts and say they haven't won just one of the last nine? "If it's one win in nine, they write that and they sell papers that way". Maurice, if you really think that is going to sell papers you are losing your grip on reality. I am sure the Adver will tell you that their sales figures increase when the Town are doing well, not the other way round!
Strikes me that Malpas is getting desperate and really feeling the pressure. He should realise that the only way he can get the media to write positive stories is to produce positive results on the pitch. Anything else will lead to deserved criticism.
Posted by: Harry Potter, Swindon on 10:19am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]realist[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]A Tax Payer[/bold] wrote: In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things. There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie. I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard. As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities. Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you. Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has. [/quote] A tax payer said "Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy" The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it. We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue. [/quote] C'mon fella's, get real. We havent had much to shout about since we were relegated from the premiership. It is essential that suporters make their feelings known and if those feelings are negative, so be it. The new regime at the CG arent in place because supporters were being soooo positive about those muppets that were previously in charge of the club are they?!!
realist wrote:
A Tax Payer wrote: In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things. There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie. I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard. As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities. Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you. Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has.
A tax payer said "Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy" The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it. We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue.
C'mon fella's, get real. We havent had much to shout about since we were relegated from the premiership. It is essential that suporters make their feelings known and if those feelings are negative, so be it. The new regime at the CG arent in place because supporters were being soooo positive about those muppets that were previously in charge of the club are they?!!
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 10:24am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]janaage[/bold] wrote:
I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them. [/quote] Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee...
Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !!
janaage wrote:
I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them.
Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee...
Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !!
Posted by: A Tax Payer, Peatmoor on 10:27am Fri 28 Mar 08
You don't get do Harry Potter?
You don't get do Harry Potter?
Posted by: A Tax Payer, Peatmoor on 10:28am Fri 28 Mar 08
Repost: You don't get it do you Harry Potter?
Repost: You don't get it do you Harry Potter?
Posted by: stevensjohn on 10:42am Fri 28 Mar 08
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Posted by: PJACE1, Chard on 10:46am Fri 28 Mar 08
indeed malpas is a waste of a space,Sturrock had his fair share of stick but at least he got the best out of the players,malpas is a muppet if he thinks that the media are talking about stfcs slide down the table,its for all to see we are still several points away from safety (all down to sturrock thankfuly)
if this season continues we will finish about 2 places above relegation which on the results at the start of the season is DIRE! since sturrock left so did the confidence and malpas is a total muppet as hes suppoesed to be bringing in confidence but he moans that he wants the oppositions players.....total idiot get him out now and lets have a temp manager in for the rest of the season...
indeed malpas is a waste of a space,Sturrock had his fair share of stick but at least he got the best out of the players,malpas is a muppet if he thinks that the media are talking about stfcs slide down the table,its for all to see we are still several points away from safety (all down to sturrock thankfuly)
if this season continues we will finish about 2 places above relegation which on the results at the start of the season is DIRE! since sturrock left so did the confidence and malpas is a total muppet as hes suppoesed to be bringing in confidence but he moans that he wants the oppositions players.....total idiot get him out now and lets have a temp manager in for the rest of the season...
Posted by: janaage, Swindon on 10:46am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Time_waits_for_no_man[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]janaage[/bold] wrote: I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them. [/quote] Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee... Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !![/quote] Why is that double standards? Why do I have to agree with your opinion? I don't refuse to criticise I choose not to, as personally I'm happy with Malpas' performance so far, you are not, that's fine.
I supported the anti-board movement, but that doesn't mean I now have to jump on the M.o.B. bandwagon?
Time_waits_for_no_man wrote:
janaage wrote: I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them.
Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee... Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !!
Why is that double standards? Why do I have to agree with your opinion? I don't refuse to criticise I choose not to, as personally I'm happy with Malpas' performance so far, you are not, that's fine.
I supported the anti-board movement, but that doesn't mean I now have to jump on the M.o.B. bandwagon?
Posted by: Harry Potter, Swindon on 10:48am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]realist[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]A Tax Payer[/bold] wrote: In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things. There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie. I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard. As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities. Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you. Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has. [/quote] A tax payer said "Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy" The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it. We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue. [/quote] C'mon fella's, get real. We havent had much to shout about since we were relegated from the premiership. It is essential that suporters make their feelings known and if those feelings are negative, so be it. The new regime at the CG arent in place because supporters were being soooo positive about those muppets that were previously in charge of the club are they?!!
realist wrote:
A Tax Payer wrote: In all fairness I have not been to many games since Malpas arrived, though i have seen the good the bad and the ugly, however, I think that as fans we must stop and consider a few things. There can be only so much mileage that Malpas can gleen from bad luck, poor refereeing, injuries, suspensions and the like. He knows as does Mr. Fitton that the team as in the players, the club as in the management on and off the field are in a results driven business as am I in my position as sales manager for my company. In short the figures do not lie. I, like Malpas have no place to hide and rest assured that if there is no significant pick up in form or league position between now and the end of the season Mr. Fitton will I'm sure behind closed doors be laying it on the line to Malpas exactly what is expected of him and his team for next season and how long he has to prove he can cut the mustard. As fans, we do not any real favours to the management or team in continually running them down. Yes of course we pay their wages and have "certain rights" to be dissatisfied with the results and performances but with those rights comes responsibilities. Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy if you like. If your employer keep having a go at you no matter how much effort you applied you'd get Pished off would you not? The same applies to scalding a child and calling them unsavoury names they will at some point believe they are worthless. The same also applies to beating a dog it will eventually turn on you. Remember where we were six months ago. The darkest hour is always the one before dawn. Malpas may or may not be up to the job but as I've already said Mr. Fitton will the the ultimate arbiter in whether MM stays or goes and if he stays how long he has.
A tax payer said "Continual berating and negative comments only fan the flames of discontent and discord both on the field and off, it becomes a self fulfilling prophesy" The very point I made to Carterton the other day.Certain elements have continually criticised the club and its management since the times of McMahon. That negativity has certainly been self fulfilling with the club stability getting worse and worse until we nearly lost it. We need to get past the the idea that someone or something has always got be the "devil" otherwise our dismal times and instability with constant changes of management etc. will always continue.
C'mon fella's, get real. We havent had much to shout about since we were relegated from the premiership. It is essential that suporters make their feelings known and if those feelings are negative, so be it. The new regime at the CG arent in place because supporters were being soooo positive about those muppets that were previously in charge of the club are they?!!
Posted by: ianswindon, swindon on 10:50am Fri 28 Mar 08
positives:-
1:you'll start the game with 11 men.
2:you'll start the game not losing:
3:heard some decent curry houses in tranmere:
4:saturdays free to come up with some ludicrous comments like it's 'bad press''we roast over teams'.
I'm actually beginning to feel sorry for you now MM as you are obviously dillusioned!!
positives:-
1:you'll start the game with 11 men.
2:you'll start the game not losing:
3:heard some decent curry houses in tranmere:
4:saturdays free to come up with some ludicrous comments like it's 'bad press''we roast over teams'.
I'm actually beginning to feel sorry for you now MM as you are obviously dillusioned!!
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 10:52am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]stfclondon[/bold] wrote:
I agree, realist. Rather than Health and Industry, our motto should be Delusions and Negativity. Let's hope the manager's positivity rubs off on the players.[/quote] His positivity has not done too well to date... I know this is very personal but can you honestly see him coming across with passion and commitment - he is very dour and I'm yet to be convinced of his knowledge due to his track record so far.
stfclondon wrote:
I agree, realist. Rather than Health and Industry, our motto should be Delusions and Negativity. Let's hope the manager's positivity rubs off on the players.
His positivity has not done too well to date... I know this is very personal but can you honestly see him coming across with passion and commitment - he is very dour and I'm yet to be convinced of his knowledge due to his track record so far.
Posted by: s.lovesey, Swindon on 10:58am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]janaage[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]Time_waits_for_no_man[/bold] wrote: [quote][bold]janaage[/bold] wrote: I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them. [/quote] Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee... Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !![/quote] Why is that double standards? Why do I have to agree with your opinion? I don't refuse to criticise I choose not to, as personally I'm happy with Malpas' performance so far, you are not, that's fine. I supported the anti-board movement, but that doesn't mean I now have to jump on the M.o.B. bandwagon?[/quote] Janaage, you are happy with Malpas performance, fair play to you !!! What are you happy with, are you happy with players being played out of position, players dropped for no reason, weird substitutions, delusional comments such as we have been Roasting teams, you must have been absolutely over the moon when Mcmahon and King were here then !!!
janaage wrote:
Time_waits_for_no_man wrote: janaage wrote: I do find it amazing that when a manager underperforms (in the opinion of some fans)after 3 months or so he's continually under pressure from the fans. When our ex-directors underperformed over a few years (and took us to the brink of closure) a lot of supporters refused to criticise them.
Are you really serious about that or clutching at straws. They were constantly being pressed for information and berated for their performance - wake up jannage and smell the coffee... Double standards too.. refuse to criticise - who's doing that now !!
Why is that double standards? Why do I have to agree with your opinion? I don't refuse to criticise I choose not to, as personally I'm happy with Malpas' performance so far, you are not, that's fine. I supported the anti-board movement, but that doesn't mean I now have to jump on the M.o.B. bandwagon?
Janaage, you are happy with Malpas performance, fair play to you !!! What are you happy with, are you happy with players being played out of position, players dropped for no reason, weird substitutions, delusional comments such as we have been Roasting teams, you must have been absolutely over the moon when Mcmahon and King were here then !!!
Posted by: ReadytoGo, Swindon on 11:00am Fri 28 Mar 08
At first I thought the ability to comment on stories in the Adver was a good thing.
Increasingly I don't think it's helpful to anyone, and frankly, it's a bit depressing.
At first I thought the ability to comment on stories in the Adver was a good thing.
Increasingly I don't think it's helpful to anyone, and frankly, it's a bit depressing.
Posted by: pjarvo, swindon on 11:05am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote]"In terms of our overall play we have been excellent[/quote]
**** i must have missed that bit.
perhaps i didnt get to my seat quick enough after h/time!
for 80 mins against southend we were dire,
but UNLUCKY to get anything from the game!!
sorry but i fear we might get smashed at tranmere tonight.
hope not.
"In terms of our overall play we have been excellent
**** i must have missed that bit.
perhaps i didnt get to my seat quick enough after h/time!
for 80 mins against southend we were dire,
but UNLUCKY to get anything from the game!!
sorry but i fear we might get smashed at tranmere tonight.
hope not.
Posted by: pjarvo, swindon on 11:06am Fri 28 Mar 08
#### that was d amn by the way!
#### that was d amn by the way!
Posted by: s.lovesey, Swindon on 11:08am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]pjarvo[/bold] wrote:
[quote]"In terms of our overall play we have been excellent[/quote] **** i must have missed that bit. perhaps i didnt get to my seat quick enough after h/time! for 80 mins against southend we were dire, but UNLUCKY to get anything from the game!! sorry but i fear we might get smashed at tranmere tonight. hope not.[/quote] I'm with you pjarvo, we may get hammered, but maybe "the law of averages" will kick in and we will give them the whupping MM mentioned....
pjarvo wrote:
"In terms of our overall play we have been excellent
**** i must have missed that bit. perhaps i didnt get to my seat quick enough after h/time! for 80 mins against southend we were dire, but UNLUCKY to get anything from the game!! sorry but i fear we might get smashed at tranmere tonight. hope not.
I'm with you pjarvo, we may get hammered, but maybe "the law of averages" will kick in and we will give them the whupping MM mentioned....
Posted by: pjarvo, swindon on 11:09am Fri 28 Mar 08
sorry adver is that a swear word?
sorry adver is that a swear word?
Posted by: M Mack, Highworth on 11:17am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]ReadytoGo[/bold] wrote:
At first I thought the ability to comment on stories in the Adver was a good thing. Increasingly I don't think it's helpful to anyone, and frankly, it's a bit depressing.[/quote] Yes, I agree with you on that one. There often is good posts though with some decent thoughts/ideas, but it is a shame that there is alot of negativity at the moment. Let's not forget one important thing that binds us though. We all love STFC and want the very best for the club. STFC is the only club in the world for me, till the day I die.
ReadytoGo wrote:
At first I thought the ability to comment on stories in the Adver was a good thing. Increasingly I don't think it's helpful to anyone, and frankly, it's a bit depressing.
Yes, I agree with you on that one. There often is good posts though with some decent thoughts/ideas, but it is a shame that there is alot of negativity at the moment. Let's not forget one important thing that binds us though. We all love STFC and want the very best for the club. STFC is the only club in the world for me, till the day I die.
Posted by: blobster, Bradford on Avon on 11:22am Fri 28 Mar 08
So if Roberts and Corr are now out for the rest of the season, how come we did not go into the loan market
Getting Mohammed back from Turkey is hardly the answer, just imagine if he starts up front with Moses, what a strike pair that will be
I shall avoid jokes about crosses though
Anyway the point is MM is so lacking in contacts in the English game that he probably had no where to turn to for help
Oh dear: I fear a long 90 minutes
So if Roberts and Corr are now out for the rest of the season, how come we did not go into the loan market
Getting Mohammed back from Turkey is hardly the answer, just imagine if he starts up front with Moses, what a strike pair that will be
I shall avoid jokes about crosses though
Anyway the point is MM is so lacking in contacts in the English game that he probably had no where to turn to for help
Oh dear: I fear a long 90 minutes
Posted by: janaage, Swindon on 11:24am Fri 28 Mar 08
Another quick point, did Malpas actually ask the question "Why are you all being so negative?" or has the Adver journo/editor been working their poetic license magic on that one, I can't see the quote in the artivle above.
I'm happy as I've seen enough from the Leeds, Leyton O, Carlisle and Hudders match to see that we're moving away from Sturrock's mudane, grinding out results tactics, to decent football. It'll take a while but MM will get us there!
Another quick point, did Malpas actually ask the question "Why are you all being so negative?" or has the Adver journo/editor been working their poetic license magic on that one, I can't see the quote in the artivle above.
I'm happy as I've seen enough from the Leeds, Leyton O, Carlisle and Hudders match to see that we're moving away from Sturrock's mudane, grinding out results tactics, to decent football. It'll take a while but MM will get us there!
Posted by: M Mack, Highworth on 11:31am Fri 28 Mar 08
One thing I would like to add is, I don't think Town fans are moaners. I won't be happy till were in the Prem and playing in Europe. If you don't have high expectations, you're unlikely to succeed. Aim as high as you can and if you fall slightly short, so be it. Don't forget where Reading and Wigan are and where they were a few short seasons ago. Also look at Forrest and Leeds, where they are now and where they were a few short seasons ago. Funny old game football. If we demand high standards, who knows what the future could hold. Don't be happy with second best, this is why Town fans are critical of Malpas at present, its not moaning, its just they expect better, like under Lou, Ozzie and Glenn.
One thing I would like to add is, I don't think Town fans are moaners. I won't be happy till were in the Prem and playing in Europe. If you don't have high expectations, you're unlikely to succeed. Aim as high as you can and if you fall slightly short, so be it. Don't forget where Reading and Wigan are and where they were a few short seasons ago. Also look at Forrest and Leeds, where they are now and where they were a few short seasons ago. Funny old game football. If we demand high standards, who knows what the future could hold. Don't be happy with second best, this is why Town fans are critical of Malpas at present, its not moaning, its just they expect better, like under Lou, Ozzie and Glenn.
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 11:33am Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]janaage[/bold] wrote:
Another quick point, did Malpas actually ask the question "Why are you all being so negative?" or has the Adver journo/editor been working their poetic license magic on that one, I can't see the quote in the artivle above. I'm happy as I've seen enough from the Leeds, Leyton O, Carlisle and Hudders match to see that we're moving away from Sturrock's mudane, grinding out results tactics, to decent football. It'll take a while but MM will get us there![/quote] Where though !!! We seem to be heading rather quickly in the wrong direction under your messiah's guidance.
PS did say the football won't be pretty but the points will be.
janaage wrote:
Another quick point, did Malpas actually ask the question "Why are you all being so negative?" or has the Adver journo/editor been working their poetic license magic on that one, I can't see the quote in the artivle above. I'm happy as I've seen enough from the Leeds, Leyton O, Carlisle and Hudders match to see that we're moving away from Sturrock's mudane, grinding out results tactics, to decent football. It'll take a while but MM will get us there!
Where though !!! We seem to be heading rather quickly in the wrong direction under your messiah's guidance.
PS did say the football won't be pretty but the points will be.
Posted by: lazaat, High Peak on 11:33am Fri 28 Mar 08
Hi again janaage; can you tell me what you are on please? As i would like a bit of the action myself...I am feeling a bit depressed and negative about MM (as you know from our sparring last week) but when i take what you are on i shall be happy and satisfied with our performances, wont care about the threat of relegation,will be hallucinating and will think we have the best manager in the world!! I will probably also have men in white coats with a straight jacket come and take me away.....but it will all be worth it janaage. (contents of this post are said tongue in cheek)...i still like you janaage!
Hi again janaage; can you tell me what you are on please? As i would like a bit of the action myself...I am feeling a bit depressed and negative about MM (as you know from our sparring last week) but when i take what you are on i shall be happy and satisfied with our performances, wont care about the threat of relegation,will be hallucinating and will think we have the best manager in the world!! I will probably also have men in white coats with a straight jacket come and take me away.....but it will all be worth it janaage. (contents of this post are said tongue in cheek)...i still like you janaage!
Posted by: MITTED, Swindon on 11:55am Fri 28 Mar 08
If MM thinks performances have been excellent, I dread to think what they will be like when he says the are poor! MM alienated himself by attacking Motherwell fans; this attack on the media is just the thin end of the wedge IMHO.
If MM thinks performances have been excellent, I dread to think what they will be like when he says the are poor! MM alienated himself by attacking Motherwell fans; this attack on the media is just the thin end of the wedge IMHO.
Posted by: jimbog, Surrey on 11:59am Fri 28 Mar 08
I am not happy at recent results (who would be? - all fans want their team to win / be successful)...[italic]however[/italic] in my opinion [bold]Maplas simply hasn't had enough time[/bold] to put in place the management and team set-up he would like...only then can we fairly judge him, surely. Obviously at the moment there is a risk in that allowing him more time [italic]could[/italic] result in us being relegated, however it's a risk I think is worth taking. How do we know that if Sturrock had stayed on we wouldn't have experienced the same dip in form? Plus there are various factors involved, resulst aren't just down to the manager or even internal (STFC) factors. We are too demanding sometimes, expecting almost instant if not instant success. Patience is a virtue. Give him until the middle of next season. He will have had a full term in management then too (he didn't at Motherwell).
I am not happy at recent results (who would be? - all fans want their team to win / be successful)...
however in my opinion
Maplas simply hasn't had enough time to put in place the management and team set-up he would like...only then can we fairly judge him, surely. Obviously at the moment there is a risk in that allowing him more time
could result in us being relegated, however it's a risk I think is worth taking. How do we know that if Sturrock had stayed on we wouldn't have experienced the same dip in form? Plus there are various factors involved, resulst aren't just down to the manager or even internal (STFC) factors. We are too demanding sometimes, expecting almost instant if not instant success. Patience is a virtue. Give him until the middle of next season. He will have had a full term in management then too (he didn't at Motherwell).
Posted by: Adder, Swindon on 12:00pm Fri 28 Mar 08
For God's sake get off Malpas' vack and give the bloke a chance. He has only been in the job for a couple of months. Even Sir Alex didn't pull up any trees at Man Utd for a good while but I bet their fans are glad they didn't sack him after just a couple of months.
For God's sake get off Malpas' vack and give the bloke a chance. He has only been in the job for a couple of months. Even Sir Alex didn't pull up any trees at Man Utd for a good while but I bet their fans are glad they didn't sack him after just a couple of months.
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 12:24pm Fri 28 Mar 08
We have had 3 months of confusion with MM - if he can't show signs of any cohesion by now it to me seems he is not sure or doesn't have the experience to sort the problems out. Why should we suffer like this. I would love to eat 'humble pie' on this one.
We have had 3 months of confusion with MM - if he can't show signs of any cohesion by now it to me seems he is not sure or doesn't have the experience to sort the problems out. Why should we suffer like this. I would love to eat 'humble pie' on this one.
Posted by: bullethead, Swindon on 12:25pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Lets face it, MM was not the big name people wanted, as a consequence he has had not one bit of vocal encouragement or support from day one. I can't help but think that this heaped instant pressure on him to make an 'impact' and as a result he has tinkered excessively with line-ups and formations.
It saddens me that too many STFC fans have been on his back from the start, I'm not saying things would've been any different had we been supportive but who knows?
What I do know is that all the sniping and negativity will only make things worse. Why can't we trust the judgement of the the board on this one? I'm sure they will know if and when to make a decision on MM's future.
As for the out and out abuse dished out by the likes of 'International Robin' all I can say on that is grow up!
Lets face it, MM was not the big name people wanted, as a consequence he has had not one bit of vocal encouragement or support from day one. I can't help but think that this heaped instant pressure on him to make an 'impact' and as a result he has tinkered excessively with line-ups and formations.
It saddens me that too many STFC fans have been on his back from the start, I'm not saying things would've been any different had we been supportive but who knows?
What I do know is that all the sniping and negativity will only make things worse. Why can't we trust the judgement of the the board on this one? I'm sure they will know if and when to make a decision on MM's future.
As for the out and out abuse dished out by the likes of 'International Robin' all I can say on that is grow up!
Posted by: H, Swindon on 12:28pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Like previous posted comments I too have serious reservations as to suitability of MM, I guess I am just a farty by admitting a bit of a disapointment that with all the potential managers available Mr Fitton chose someone I had never heard of, so its not just his track record so far that clouds my judgement. So some could argue I am being a tad unfair, so I will say this, it would be crazy right now to sack any manager at this point in the season with so few games left and being around the relegation zone. We need to get 100% behind the team if we are to pull the rabbit out of the hat and stay up.
Like previous posted comments I too have serious reservations as to suitability of MM, I guess I am just a farty by admitting a bit of a disapointment that with all the potential managers available Mr Fitton chose someone I had never heard of, so its not just his track record so far that clouds my judgement. So some could argue I am being a tad unfair, so I will say this, it would be crazy right now to sack any manager at this point in the season with so few games left and being around the relegation zone. We need to get 100% behind the team if we are to pull the rabbit out of the hat and stay up.
Posted by: janaage, Swindon on 12:48pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Thank goodness a few more people are now posting in support of giving the man a bit more time.
It's all been negative publicity for the fella since he arrived in town, mainly due to his "terrible personality".
As for we're used to better under Lou, Ossie and Glenn, that was 15 years ago, and for a relatively short period in our history.
Of course I want those days back but as AF & Co have already said, it's not going to be an over night thing. It'll take time and that's what MM needs, time.
Ps - I've never said MM is my messiah, I simply trying to give the guy a break.
Thank goodness a few more people are now posting in support of giving the man a bit more time.
It's all been negative publicity for the fella since he arrived in town, mainly due to his "terrible personality".
As for we're used to better under Lou, Ossie and Glenn, that was 15 years ago, and for a relatively short period in our history.
Of course I want those days back but as AF & Co have already said, it's not going to be an over night thing. It'll take time and that's what MM needs, time.
Ps - I've never said MM is my messiah, I simply trying to give the guy a break.
Posted by: Kevin m, Swindon on 12:53pm Fri 28 Mar 08
He has clearly been at different games to the ones i have been to as apart from carlise we have been rubbish. How he has turned a decent team into a rubbish one is beyond me
MALPAS OUT!!!
He has clearly been at different games to the ones i have been to as apart from carlise we have been rubbish. How he has turned a decent team into a rubbish one is beyond me
MALPAS OUT!!!
Posted by: docklander, swindon on 1:17pm Fri 28 Mar 08
With having played 3 games in 7 days the players will need all the energy and encouragement that they can muster, and hopefully they will find sufficient of both to get a result tonight. Mr Malpass needs to be as good tonight at motivating the players, as he was at his interview to get the managers job.
We all know ( well though's of us who know a bit about football) that the Team is capable of beating any in this league, as in my opinion this is the weakest league in football. It's a challenge Mr Malpass, show your desire to win a game to ease any relegation worries, by Motivating the team, as quite a few contributors on here believe that most of the team have not been turning up lately. Then you have enough time to look towards next season.
With having played 3 games in 7 days the players will need all the energy and encouragement that they can muster, and hopefully they will find sufficient of both to get a result tonight. Mr Malpass needs to be as good tonight at motivating the players, as he was at his interview to get the managers job.
We all know ( well though's of us who know a bit about football) that the Team is capable of beating any in this league, as in my opinion this is the weakest league in football. It's a challenge Mr Malpass, show your desire to win a game to ease any relegation worries, by Motivating the team, as quite a few contributors on here believe that most of the team have not been turning up lately. Then you have enough time to look towards next season.
Posted by: jantheman, Swindon on 1:18pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Well!!
I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society
As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role
Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being
What is the alternative to MM please let me know ??????
remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer
Well!!
I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society
As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role
Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being
What is the alternative to MM please let me know ??????
remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 1:27pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]jantheman[/bold] wrote:
Well!! I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being What is the alternative to MM please let me know ?????? remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer [/quote] Can we go for some one who has a good and proved C.V. - remember this request before we took on board MM - and whats the result of failing to do this.. I rest it there.
jantheman wrote:
Well!! I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being What is the alternative to MM please let me know ?????? remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer
Can we go for some one who has a good and proved C.V. - remember this request before we took on board MM - and whats the result of failing to do this.. I rest it there.
Posted by: Time_waits_for_no_ma
n, Swindon on 1:30pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]jantheman[/bold] wrote:
Well!! I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being What is the alternative to MM please let me know ?????? remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer [/quote] Don't really want to go down the alternative(s) road but there are plenty out there.
jantheman wrote:
Well!! I have just logged on to the MM appreciation society As STFC supporters we are stuck AF saved our club remember that and then he appointed MM into the role Therefore we have to guided by AF for the time being What is the alternative to MM please let me know ?????? remember the names Wise, Ruddock, even Glenn where they hear for the long term or until they found a better offer
Don't really want to go down the alternative(s) road but there are plenty out there.
Posted by: Adder, Swindon on 1:50pm Fri 28 Mar 08
I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.
I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.
Posted by: s.lovesey, Swindon on 2:01pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Guys, I know it would appear that some of us don't want MM to succeed and haven't supported him, but up until that shower of Sh1te on Saturday I was also all for giving him more time, but the facts are that I have been watching town home and away for 23 years and I cant understand some of his decisions and tinkering with the team and as for the article above you are probably right Jaanage he didn't say the headline, but can he seriously believe that we have been roasting teams, then to go on about the law of averages and that we will give someone a good spanking. I have felt less connection with this manager than any other that has managed town and that does include some fairly arrogant and poor town managers, I agree that we need stability and that we have to trust AF, after all as I have stated before I would rather have AF & MM than what we had previously with sturrock and a board that were taking us into oblivion. But a lot of us commenting on this site are frustrated because of MM and the fact that he has done nothing since he has been here and baffled a lot of long term town fans in the process.
I agree that the Scottish comments and nasty things that are being said shouldn't, but why also should the people who support STFC stay silent if they are unhappy, many of us feel that MM isn't going to do it here and if we persist with him it will all end in tears because we would have wasted next season as well. his team is good enough in my opinion to have reached the playoffs in this division, whether they are good enough all round for the championship is questionable. So yes MM should probably be given a decent shout, but he has to start showing the supporters something worth cheering about !!
Guys, I know it would appear that some of us don't want MM to succeed and haven't supported him, but up until that shower of Sh1te on Saturday I was also all for giving him more time, but the facts are that I have been watching town home and away for 23 years and I cant understand some of his decisions and tinkering with the team and as for the article above you are probably right Jaanage he didn't say the headline, but can he seriously believe that we have been roasting teams, then to go on about the law of averages and that we will give someone a good spanking. I have felt less connection with this manager than any other that has managed town and that does include some fairly arrogant and poor town managers, I agree that we need stability and that we have to trust AF, after all as I have stated before I would rather have AF & MM than what we had previously with sturrock and a board that were taking us into oblivion. But a lot of us commenting on this site are frustrated because of MM and the fact that he has done nothing since he has been here and baffled a lot of long term town fans in the process.
I agree that the Scottish comments and nasty things that are being said shouldn't, but why also should the people who support STFC stay silent if they are unhappy, many of us feel that MM isn't going to do it here and if we persist with him it will all end in tears because we would have wasted next season as well. his team is good enough in my opinion to have reached the playoffs in this division, whether they are good enough all round for the championship is questionable. So yes MM should probably be given a decent shout, but he has to start showing the supporters something worth cheering about !!
Posted by: M Mack, Highworth on 2:03pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Adder[/bold] wrote:
I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.[/quote] No Adder, YOU are in the minority here. We pay our money and that means we can voice our opinions when we feel it is appropriate. The MAJORITY of opinions here are voicing a concern for Malpas being able to take us forward. How can that mean we are of low intelligence. Your statement leads me to believe YOU are of less than low intelligence. Now shut it and get me that quarter pounder with cheese, hold the gerkin.
Adder wrote:
I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.
No Adder, YOU are in the minority here. We pay our money and that means we can voice our opinions when we feel it is appropriate. The MAJORITY of opinions here are voicing a concern for Malpas being able to take us forward. How can that mean we are of low intelligence. Your statement leads me to believe YOU are of less than low intelligence. Now shut it and get me that quarter pounder with cheese, hold the gerkin.
Posted by: malkym on 2:03pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Town's limp strike force soldiers' on,
All hope of playoffs long since gone
MM sits there like Simon Cowell
Wearing a smile or is it a scowl?
Was even talk of automatic promotion!
What a silly fantisised notion,
Just like the one about getting a summer
Then it rains again! What a bummer!
Time to stop being like cattle
Herding together afraid to battle
Just put the ball in the onion bag!
Then wave and blow kisses to your wag!
Town's limp strike force soldiers' on,
All hope of playoffs long since gone
MM sits there like Simon Cowell
Wearing a smile or is it a scowl?
Was even talk of automatic promotion!
What a silly fantisised notion,
Just like the one about getting a summer
Then it rains again! What a bummer!
Time to stop being like cattle
Herding together afraid to battle
Just put the ball in the onion bag!
Then wave and blow kisses to your wag!
Posted by: largey, london on 2:09pm Fri 28 Mar 08
well done mack. telling people they can voice their opinions and then telling them to shut it when its not to your liking.
id say the for and against of malpas is fairly split from what ive seen over the last month.
well done mack. telling people they can voice their opinions and then telling them to shut it when its not to your liking.
id say the for and against of malpas is fairly split from what ive seen over the last month.
Posted by: Hertz, swindon on 2:10pm Fri 28 Mar 08
Check out a certain Mr Cloughs first few months in charge at Forest, bet he was'nt flavour of the month .
I know its o.k to want the best nd fully support that concept but you have to take a reality check now and again . So for those that were'nt listening this is a 3 year program (not a 3 month program) , baby steps get the house in order , we have to have a base to build from otherwise anything we achieve will fail and simply come crashing back down . We won't go down this season (my words)however if we loose to Port Vale and Gillingham we deserve to go down anyway .As for Tranmere a draw and I think a win 2 nite we are a bit of a banana skin for them so think positive . Consider this if Forest and Leeds stay in our divvie and are joined by Sheffield Weds , Coventry , Liecester take your pick it will be pretty half decent league next year anyway .
I am H A P P Y .
You Reeeedddss
Check out a certain Mr Cloughs first few months in charge at Forest, bet he was'nt flavour of the month .
I know its o.k to want the best nd fully support that concept but you have to take a reality check now and again . So for those that were'nt listening this is a 3 year program (not a 3 month program) , baby steps get the house in order , we have to have a base to build from otherwise anything we achieve will fail and simply come crashing back down . We won't go down this season (my words)however if we loose to Port Vale and Gillingham we deserve to go down anyway .As for Tranmere a draw and I think a win 2 nite we are a bit of a banana skin for them so think positive . Consider this if Forest and Leeds stay in our divvie and are joined by Sheffield Weds , Coventry , Liecester take your pick it will be pretty half decent league next year anyway .
I am H A P P Y .
You Reeeedddss
Posted by: Adder, Swindon on 2:18pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]M Mack[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]Adder[/bold] wrote: I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.[/quote] No Adder, YOU are in the minority here. We pay our money and that means we can voice our opinions when we feel it is appropriate. The MAJORITY of opinions here are voicing a concern for Malpas being able to take us forward. How can that mean we are of low intelligence. Your statement leads me to believe YOU are of less than low intelligence. Now shut it and get me that quarter pounder with cheese, hold the gerkin.[/quote] There may be a slight majority on this Forum who think that by shouting and posting abuse they will effect a change of manager but on the whole you are very much in the minority. I bet you are one of the idiots who stands up throughout the game in the Town End and thinks it is big and clever. And boos our own players if they happen to make a misplaced pass. Truly pathetic.
M Mack wrote:
Adder wrote: I still think that some of the so called Town "supporters" are anything but. Until AF took over they were all moaning about the Board. Now that they cannot do so any longer they have switched their angst to the Manager. A few months ago it looked as if we wouldn't even have a club now but people seem to have very short memories. If we get to this stage next season and we aren't challanging for a play-off place i'll be the first person saying it's time for a change but after a couple of months the Malpas Out crowd just show themselves up to be of a very low intelligence i'm afraid. Fittion must be wondering why he bothered saving a club with such a sad minority of negative followers.
No Adder, YOU are in the minority here. We pay our money and that means we can voice our opinions when we feel it is appropriate. The MAJORITY of opinions here are voicing a concern for Malpas being able to take us forward. How can that mean we are of low intelligence. Your statement leads me to believe YOU are of less than low intelligence. Now shut it and get me that quarter pounder with cheese, hold the gerkin.
There may be a slight majority on this Forum who think that by shouting and posting abuse they will effect a change of manager but on the whole you are very much in the minority. I bet you are one of the idiots who stands up throughout the game in the Town End and thinks it is big and clever. And boos our own players if they happen to make a misplaced pass. Truly pathetic.
Posted by: M Mack, Highworth on 2:18pm Fri 28 Mar 08
[quote][bold]largey[/bold] wrote:
well done mack. telling people they can voice their opinions and then telling them to shut it when its not to your liking. id say the for and against of malpas is fairly split from what ive seen over the last month. [/quote] You can shut it as well. Ah! only joking Largey, we are all entitled to our opinions, it's just that I wasn't too happy with being called 'of low intelligen
