George Rs Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I know we know this already, but alex Scott is so unbelievably good at football. No offence to the rest of the team but he’s so clearly the best player on the pitch by such a margin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 That’s enough now Scotty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 A Scott goal and a clean sheet would really be the icing on the cake. Perhaps the cherry on top of the icing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 First league game of the season v Preston nailed on 0-0 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 6 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: A Scott goal and a clean sheet would really be the icing on the cake. Perhaps the cherry on top of the icing. You have the first! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elhombrecito Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 7 (seven) - 0 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CodeRed Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 7 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: A Scott goal and a clean sheet would really be the icing on the cake. Perhaps the cherry on top of the icing. There it is 7-0 Scott! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.D Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 18 minutes ago, MattWSM said: Thanks. I've tried that but still the same sadly. Logged out and back in but it just plays a video with Tommy Conway. There are two bars at the bottom, click on the right one saying live stream.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, eardun said: You have the first! As with the Swindon game, there is clearly an emphasis on trying to get Scott into more attacking and potentially goal-scoring positions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jose Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Loved to see what we could achieve with Scott in the team this year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 1 minute ago, Rossi the Robin said: First league game of the season v Preston nailed on 0-0 ......... ........ until the 91st minute, when we all know what happens.......! Just using pre-season matches to get my Bristol pessimism up to match fitness. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, CliftonCliff said: As with the Swindon game, there is clearly an emphasis on trying to get Scott into more attacking and potentially goal-scoring positions. Yes - if we can hang onto him, I think he might get a hatful this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elhombrecito Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Get another today, then keep up this improvement each match, and we'll beat Preston 13-0. Easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadrunner Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I have never known pre season results like this. Just hope we have not peaked to early. I think Portsmouth will give us a better idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crackers Corner Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 what was the commentator saying about newcastle, was he talking about scott? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, Roadrunner said: I have never known pre season results like this. Just hope we have not peaked to early. I think Portsmouth will give us a better idea. I was thinking earlier that, in terms of depth of squad, this is the strongest I’ve seen in my lifetime of watching City (since mid 70s). Even in Div 1 in 1976-80, I don’t think we had this depth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aa_bcfc Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, eardun said: I was thinking earlier that, in terms of depth of squad, this is the strongest I’ve seen in my lifetime of watching City (since mid 70s). Even in Div 1 in 1976-80, I don’t think we had this depth. Steady on mate. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 1 minute ago, Crackers Corner said: what was the commentator saying about newcastle, was he talking about scott? He was talking to Rob Atkinson about players moving in the Championship and said “At least you won’t have to face Harvey Barnes …” and then a discussion ensued about his expected move to Newcastle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INCRED Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 8 minutes ago, CliftonCliff said: As with the Swindon game, there is clearly an emphasis on trying to get Scott into more attacking and potentially goal-scoring positions. It makes you wonder with all the transfer speculation and bids, why bother playing and planning these tactical positions if he is going to leave - or maybe not?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out of his pie crust Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 10 minutes ago, downendcity said: ........ until the 91st minute, when we all know what happens.......! Just using pre-season matches to get my Bristol pessimism up to match fitness. Ffs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, INCRED said: It makes you wonder with all the transfer speculation and bids, why bother playing and planning these tactical positions if he is going to leave - or maybe not?? I have never been entirely convinced he would leave this summer and I'm still not. They are playing him in the way they are - in my opinion - as part of our preparations, because, for now at least, they expect him to be part of the team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkev Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 6 minutes ago, Roadrunner said: I have never known pre season results like this. Just hope we have not peaked to early. I think Portsmouth will give us a better idea. I am very happy with the squad we have and how things seem to be going , but I will only stick my head over the parapet so to speak and take any sort of notice is with the game at Portsmouth , firstly tougher competition and also away in front of an actual proper crowd . in the meantime am quite happy to be dicking the minnow side 5 or 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desso Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Wonder if City have allowed Wolves scouts to attend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out of his pie crust Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 45 minutes ago, Numero Uno said: 4-0. Vyner. The start of his transformation into the next Bobby this season 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephenkibby. Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 5 minutes ago, aa_bcfc said: Steady on mate. I thought we were in trouble after going 2/1 down against Torquay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_BCFC Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Is there actually any benefit to these pre-season games against a bunch of jokers every time. Perhaps for fitness but I would think we would be better off actually have some competitive games to bring players up to championship standard…not league 2 or non league Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 2 minutes ago, Desso said: Wonder if City have allowed Wolves scouts to attend. Do Wolves have Scouts or just Cubs? 2 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarksRobin Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 3 minutes ago, Desso said: Wonder if City have allowed Wolves scouts to attend. That would be one way to boost Robins TV sub numbers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Wouldn't get too excited about the goal tally - it simply reflects the quality of the opposition. Just about getting minutes into the legs at this stage, though that said, it never does confidence any harm to bang a few in. The remaining friendlies might tell us a bit more. In the meantime, you can only beat what's put in front of you, and they've certainly done that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 6 minutes ago, Desso said: Wonder if City have allowed Wolves scouts to attend. There won’t be any need for scouts if they’ve already bid a few times and have confirmed their interest tbh. Don’t need further convincing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James54De Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 6 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: Is there actually any benefit to these pre-season games against a bunch of jokers every time. Perhaps for fitness but I would think we would be better off actually have some competitive games to bring players up to championship standard…not league 2 or non league How pre season normally works, no? Games get more serious the closer to the start of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 How did SPH get on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetterRedthanBlue Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 9 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: Is there actually any benefit to these pre-season games against a bunch of jokers every time. Perhaps for fitness but I would think we would be better off actually have some competitive games to bring players up to championship standard…not league 2 or non league Helps with fitness and match sharpness and team cohesion theres only so much you can do on the training pitch. you don't want to jump into the deep end and say lose 3-0 to a European team and then keep getting loses because that'll lower confidence heading into the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 8 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: Is there actually any benefit to these pre-season games against a bunch of jokers every time. Perhaps for fitness but I would think we would be better off actually have some competitive games to bring players up to championship standard…not league 2 or non league Fitness mainly. First 90 mins for the players. Been impressed with the work rate of the team to be fair. Plus I think you can see that we are championship standard by the way we are playing v a league 2 side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Well we'd piss League 2 if nothing else. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CodeRed Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Scott makes it 8 ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slippin cider Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 8-0 now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grifty Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I'm sorry but if Scott stays he is winning the Balon D'Or. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 3 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: How did SPH get on? Really tough ask, playing in a side that was completely outclassed. Took off after 70 minutes, Newport brought on a lot of trialists in the latter stages. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 2 minutes ago, eardun said: Fitness mainly. First 90 mins for the players. Been impressed with the work rate of the team to be fair. Plus I think you can see that we are championship standard by the way we are playing v a league 2 side. Absolutely right. I thought Joe Williams was starting to show the benefits of getting an injury-free (so far) pre-season under his belt. Had a busy game today, which was encouraging to see. I would love to think that we might yet see the player that we signed when he joined from Wigan, before all his fitness problems. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 So it should be 9 in the next match then given how pre-season is going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 22 minutes ago, Desso said: Wonder if City have allowed Wolves scouts to attend. I think they'd be expected to, but if not they could've stumped up a fiver for the stream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 11 minutes ago, eardun said: Fitness mainly. First 90 mins for the players. Been impressed with the work rate of the team to be fair. Plus I think you can see that we are championship standard by the way we are playing v a league 2 side. Let's see a pass completion rate that high v PNE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeAman08 Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 20 minutes ago, CliftonCliff said: Wouldn't get too excited about the goal tally - it simply reflects the quality of the opposition. Just about getting minutes into the legs at this stage, though that said, it never does confidence any harm to bang a few in. The remaining friendlies might tell us a bit more. In the meantime, you can only beat what's put in front of you, and they've certainly done that. I get you but 8-0 is impressive I think. Imagine it was a cup game. Didn’t we start off with a big win against Plymouth in our cup run season? Think it is good we are dominant against these sides. Don’t think we were dominant last summer against similar sides. Shows everyone starting off that the top of their game imo. Portsmouth be real test though I think. Get a good idea then 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Rob Atkinson was very negative about the level of opposition we're facing. He'd much rather we played teams from a higher level. He also said the defence for the first game is obvious, then backtracked a bit around the full back positions. I'm guessing he meant McCrorie, Vyner, Dickie and Pring. Interesting that at Oxford, Atkinson was initially understudy to Dickie, with Dickie expected to be snapped up by a bigger club at some point. Now he's back in competition with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 7 minutes ago, eardun said: So it should be 9 in the next match then given how pre-season is going. Could be if Oxford played last night and they put out a weak 11 this afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillies Downs Leeds Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 No McCrorie today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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And Its Smith Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Just now, siuk101 said: That closer to the first team than the line up for the first game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Scott brace and clean sheet. No injuries or knocks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Ian M Posted July 22, 2023 Admin Share Posted July 22, 2023 33 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: Is there actually any benefit to these pre-season games against a bunch of jokers every time. Perhaps for fitness but I would think we would be better off actually have some competitive games to bring players up to championship standard…not league 2 or non league However, we play this level of opposition in every pre-season, we don't usually win this well. Something feels different about this group. PS - Cornick's first touch looks improved with the time spent here. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstdivision Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I’ve missed Naismith’s injury. Anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 As soon as Leeson started earlier I was concerned about McCrorie and Tanner! Seems the former is playing no part today. Concerning. Just now, firstdivision said: I’ve missed Naismith’s injury. Anyone? ‘Minor calf strain’ according to the local paper, fingers crossed they’re right! We’ve heard that before and not seen a player for two months. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Rs Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 1 minute ago, BCFCGav said: As soon as Leeson started earlier I was concerned about McCrorie and Tanner! Seems the former is playing no part today. Concerning. ‘Minor calf strain’ according to the local paper, fingers crossed they’re right! We’ve heard that before and not seen a player for two months. Missing the arguably more important part of pre season as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstdivision Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 2 minutes ago, BCFCGav said: As soon as Leeson started earlier I was concerned about McCrorie and Tanner! Seems the former is playing no part today. Concerning. ‘Minor calf strain’ according to the local paper, fingers crossed they’re right! We’ve heard that before and not seen a player for two months. Indeed. It was a calf strain last season as well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 9 minutes ago, And Its Smith said: That closer to the first team than the line up for the first game. Half and half I'd say. Presume Oxford just playing their kids so could be another shelacking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 1 hour ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Given I haven't seen any of the game, whether he has been tested may make this a moot point. How has Wiles-Richards done or has he been a virtual spectator? 2 good punches from opposition set-pieces, one which was right off of the head of their player with a free header. 1 easy save from SPH on the angle. Flawless distribution. 29 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: How did SPH get on? Did all he could with no service. Pressed our CBs and did okay considering. At h-t I said I thought Bondswell gave Leeson a hard-time. He’s on loan from Newcastle, probably explains it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritAbroad Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 20 minutes ago, Gillies Downs Leeds said: No McCrorie today I wonder if he's picked up a knock? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Rs Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Only bought the Newport game but I left the page open and I’ve got the Oxford livestream somehow. Was it two for one? Or should I not close the page at all costs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James54De Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 JKL, I like it. Araoye gets talked about a lot, but I hold Jamie in just as high regard. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvio Dante Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 12 minutes ago, mozo said: Half and half I'd say. Presume Oxford just playing their kids so could be another shelacking Yep. They beat Swansea last night at the Kassam so have a largely second string side full of dross. I know this because Billy Bodin is playing. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 11 minutes ago, George Rs said: Only bought the Newport game but I left the page open and I’ve got the Oxford livestream somehow. Was it two for one? Or should I not close the page at all costs It was separate cost for each game which I thought is a bit cheeky tbh. Did you manage it?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseybean Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 51 minutes ago, Slippin cider said: 8-0 now https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/23673428.alex-scott-fires-bristol-city-8-0-win-newport-county/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 36 minutes ago, Gillies Downs Leeds said: No McCrorie today Are Wolves in for him ? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 (edited) When are we expecting squad numbers to be confirmed then? No names on the back of shirts normally means a few changes are probably likely. Would mean a bit more ££ spent on kits with names too Edited July 22, 2023 by petehinton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CodeRed Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Excellent cross from Roberts and even better finish from Conway for 1-0, Oxford go straight down the other end and equalise 1-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James54De Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 TC TC TC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmo Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 22 minutes ago, George Rs said: Only bought the Newport game but I left the page open and I’ve got the Oxford livestream somehow. Was it two for one? Or should I not close the page at all costs Had a feeling this could happen so decided not to buy the Oxford game until the Newport stream ended, but thankfully it rolled straight into the next game. Happy days. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattWSM Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 1 hour ago, M.D said: There are two bars at the bottom, click on the right one saying live stream.. yep did that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Much more ragged display from this lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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