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I remember reading some stat about the average IQ of criminals. It turns out it had been taken from the prison population. i.e those who had been caught. :)

Yes, many came and went during those 34 years.

Yup, can't argue with that.

Agreed. But mirroring the media, people do love a stat and we would only fair marginally better if we used 7th as the measure. As you say though... statistics; pah!

What is everyone arguing about? 34 years in the top flight and an Cup win (considering the size of the club/resources, etc) is excellent. 15 years of struggle in Champ/L1 (considering the size of the club/resources, etc) is poor. Close thread.

Whatever way you look at it that is the most appalling mismanagement.

Probably take some sandwiches then I reckon

That is a fair comment, no argument here.

I too am proud of our history and certainly would not swap places with anyone. We are just overdue a little excitement or even a flirtation with a top half is all.

Who suggested that? Let's see a quote.

OK have it your way... you think its a good thing that we've had one top 7 finish in 45 years?

Why does everything have to be so fucking black & white on here? Yes it was great that we stayed in the top flight for all those years. No it's not good that we haven't had a top 6 finish in 45 years. Simple really.

To be fair they have made it hard to enjoy the day... but I agree with the sentiment.

Of course not, he is quite right to admire our spell in the top flight. But you might mention that we are a bit jealous of any promotion they have enjoyed.

Have Northampton had promotions? Good seasons?

Problem is there is usually nobody sitting next to you.

Yup... and I wouldn't want to be a Sunderland fan no matter what division they are in.

Yes you did explain it well. And the ongoing elation and pride of supporting a winning team who are challenging would, I imagine, be even better. So yes it sucks and has done for far too long!

Agreed, although I'd rather he were big but not a lummox.