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Match Thread Middlesbrough vs Coventry City Play off Semi final 2nd leg Match Thread - Wednesday 17th May (2 Viewers)

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Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #596
Sky Blue Pete said:
Great debating skills not!
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There is no debate is there we just disagree? Maybe if you were attending the game you’d have a different opinion.
 
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Otis

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #597
SheafIsGod said:
Will we be better next season if we don’t go up?

Gyok will almost certainly be off. There is a good chance Hamer goes as well. Doyle will go back to Man City and McFadzean will be a year older so our back line will be a shambles. The only bit of hope I’m seeing is that Sheaf and Palmer will likely still be with us.

For me, the playoffs are do or die. If we lose I genuinely think we’ll struggle next season.
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I would temper that with we MIGHT struggle next season

We have to recruit well. Replacing the likes of Gyokeres and Hamer with the same quality is a big ask.
 
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robbiethemole

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #598
Boosh said:
No we’ll still be here without our best players. If you’re going to insist on replying to every post I make please stop posting the same drivel. Stick to choir
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Fuck off you twat
 
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Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #599
Otis said:
I would temper that with my MIGHT struggle next season

We have to recruit well. Replacing the likes of Gyokeres and Hamer with the same quality is a big ask.
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In Gyokeres’ case I would say it’s impossible. Tricky job for the recruitment team this summer definitely. Hopefully they get it right
 
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Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #600
robbiethemole said:
Fuck off you twat
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Are you able to find the match thread today mate? Need me to show you?
 
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robbiethemole

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #601
Boosh said:
Are you able to find the match thread today mate? Need me to show you?
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It’s on the ignore list of wankers like you on here, isn’t it? Fuck off and let us real supporters enjoy the season, if you can’t find any comfort in that, go somewhere else.
 

Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #602
robbiethemole said:
It’s on the ignore list of wankers like you on here, isn’t it? Fuck off and let us real supporters enjoy the season, if you can’t find any comfort in that, go somewhere else.
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Real supporters? I’ll actually be there tonight so I’m a ‘real supporter’ compared to 95% of the losers on here
 

Otis

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #603
Boosh said:
Real supporters? I’ll actually be there tonight so I’m a ‘real supporter’ compared to 95% of the losers on here
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #604
Boosh said:
In Gyokeres’ case I would say it’s impossible. Tricky job for the recruitment team this summer definitely. Hopefully they get it right
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I think they will and they will also hopefully be given enough of the Gyo and Hamer fees to do it with. Important not to forget they were both signed for low 7 figure fees and developed into some of the league’s best players. Confident we can do it again but across more of the squad, but it will take time for a high number of new players to bed in.
 
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Fysnkysc

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #605


How we all feeling?
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #606
Kizz said:


How we all feeling?
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Expecting defeat so not all that nervous. If we take the lead however…
 
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TomRad85

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #607
Kizz said:


How we all feeling?
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A wave of optimism from me, difficult game but believe we can do it. Footballs a funny game, never know whats going to happen, we could create no real chances all game but bang in a couple of 30 yarders and win 2-0.
 
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KenilworthSkyBlue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #608
Brighton Sky Blue said:
Expecting defeat so not all that nervous. If we take the lead however…
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Pretty much the same. First goal is vital. If we get it then I think we stand a chance of winning. If we go into the break trailing or it's all evens then I think we'll struggle.

Fatigue and squad depth is likely going to play a big factor in deciding this result. Everyone bar Eccles has played a full 90 minutes over the past two games so expect tired legs, especially in the second half, which I think Middlesbrough will capitalise on.
 
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robbiethemole

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #609
Boosh said:
Real supporters? I’ll actually be there tonight so I’m a ‘real supporter’ compared to 95% of the losers on here
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Post a photo on here to prove it then, you’re probably just a keyboard imagineer. You say you have grandkids, what a example you must be setting them.
 

Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #610
robbiethemole said:
Post a photo on here to prove it then, you’re probably just a keyboard imagineer. You say you have grandkids, what a example you must be setting them.
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having grandkids at 23 would be quite a job mate. But yes I will send a photo, what would you like one of so loser @Nick can’t accuse me of stealing it
 
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robbiethemole

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #611
KenilworthSkyBlue said:
Pretty much the same. First goal is vital. If we get it then I think we stand a chance of winning. If we go into the break trailing or it's all evens then I think we'll struggle.

Fatigue and squad depth is likely going to play a big factor in deciding this result. Everyone bar Eccles has played a full 90 minutes over the past two games so expect tired legs, especially in the second half, which I think Middlesbrough will capitalise on.
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So have their team? Their fans won’t be so chilled as us if they don’t get a lead, expect massive pressure from the stands. I see Giles has been spouting off again, very gobby for a loanee. Most of their loans will be off at the end of the season, so they’ll be a different looking team next season
 
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robbiethemole

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #612
Boosh said:
having grandkids at 23 would be quite a job mate. But yes I will send a photo, what would you like one of so loser @Nick can’t accuse me of stealing it
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23?? That explains everything.bye now
 

AFCCOVENTRY

Well-Known Member
  • May 17, 2023
  • #613
Boosh said:
having grandkids at 23 would be quite a job mate. But yes I will send a photo, what would you like one of so loser @Nick can’t accuse me of stealing it
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Post a picture including your ID and credit card as well please, including the 3 digit code on the back.
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #614
Boosh said:
having grandkids at 23 would be quite a job mate. But yes I will send a photo, what would you like one of so loser @Nick can’t accuse me of stealing it
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A selfie with the scoreboard
 
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Otis

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #615
Boosh said:
having grandkids at 23 would be quite a job mate. But yes I will send a photo, what would you like one of so loser @Nick can’t accuse me of stealing it
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23? Wow! I had you down as at least 10 years younger.

Especially considering your taste in pop music.
 
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AFCCOVENTRY

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #616
I only just saw the story, but the club hired security to ensure no fireworks were set-off near the hotel they were staying at. Wonder if that worked…?
 
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Grendel

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #617
robbiethemole said:
Fuck off you twat
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Such a well reasoned response Robert
 

MAFF

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #618
AFCCOVENTRY said:
I only just saw the story, but the club hired security to ensure no fireworks were set-off near the hotel they were staying at. Wonder if that worked…?
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Hahahaha you've got to be joking???
 

Boosh

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #619
robbiethemole said:
23?? That explains everything.bye now
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What about my grandkids though
 
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KenilworthSkyBlue

Well-Known Member
  • May 17, 2023
  • #620
robbiethemole said:
So have their team? Their fans won’t be so chilled as us if they don’t get a lead, expect massive pressure from the stands. I see Giles has been spouting off again, very gobby for a loanee. Most of their loans will be off at the end of the season, so they’ll be a different looking team next season
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Their bench is far superior and they've made several substitutions in both fixtures which will help with R&R for their players.

Equally, given their age I think McFadz and Kelly will be feeling it tonight. It's a big ask, especially for Kelly who hasn't really played all that much this season, to play three games in nine days.

With the club also sweating over Hamer's fitness I think the fatigue element will cause us issues.
 

Robinshio

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #621
KenilworthSkyBlue said:
Their bench is far superior and they've made several substitutions in both fixtures which will help with R&R for their players.

Equally, given their age I think McFadz and Kelly will be feeling it tonight. It's a big ask, especially for Kelly who hasn't really played all that much this season, to play three games in nine days.
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some people overlook what we have done all season, and think its all of a sudden Manchester city v Nuneaton Borough ffs, we are 2 evenly matched teams and we have managed with the same squad all season
 
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Gynnsthetonic

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #622
KenilworthSkyBlue said:
Their bench is far superior and they've made several substitutions in both fixtures which will help with R&R for their players.

Equally, given their age I think McFadz and Kelly will be feeling it tonight. It's a big ask, especially for Kelly who hasn't really played all that much this season, to play three games in nine days.

With the club also sweating over Hamer's fitness I think the fatigue element will cause us issues.
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Middlesbrough looked dead on there feet last 20 on Sunday, they'll be fatigued too
 
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Grendel

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #623
Otis said:
I would temper that with we MIGHT struggle next season

We have to recruit well. Replacing the likes of Gyokeres and Hamer with the same quality is a big ask.
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There does seem to be an acceptance it’s good enough to be the bridesmaid and not the bride on here.

It could be a one off opportunity. None of the relegated teams are in the play offs and the league is very tight - the relegated teams next season are likely to be strong and we have a new squad to be build

A game against Middlesbrough and Luton to reach the premier league will be as “easy” as it’s going to get.
 
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KenilworthSkyBlue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #624
Robinshio said:
some people overlook what we have done all season, and think its all of a sudden Manchester city v Nuneaton Borough ffs, we are 2 evenly matched teams and we have managed with the same squad all season
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Completely misread my post but fine.
 

AFCCOVENTRY

Well-Known Member
  • May 17, 2023
  • #625
MAF said:
Hahahaha you've got to be joking???
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No…

Coventry City call on security amid firework concerns from Boro fans

Coventry City play-off news from CoventryLive as the Sky Blues take precautions to ensure the players get a good night's sleep on Teesside
t.co
 
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Otis

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #626
Grendel said:
There does seem to be an acceptance it’s good enough to be the bridesmaid and not the bride on here.

It could be a one off opportunity. None of the relegated teams are in the play offs and the league is very tight - the relegated teams next season are likely to be strong and we have a new squad to be build

A game against Middlesbrough and Luton to reach the premier league will be as “easy” as it’s going to get.
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I agree. This is our best chance and could be for some time to come.
 
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lifeskyblue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #627
Nowhere near as nervous as I expected to be. Didn’t think we would be in playoffs so tonight is a bonus and I hope we capitalise on it. Yes we are underdogs but that will suit us and if we don’t concede early their fans/players might get increasingly frustrated.

Having said that I believe the Championship will be extremely strong next season and matching this season’s achievement will be difficult.


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Blind-Faith

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #628
 
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KenilworthSkyBlue

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #629
Gynnsthetonic said:
Middlesbrough looked dead on there feet last 20 on Sunday, they'll be fatigued too
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I'm not really saying they won't be...

As I indicated in my previous post I suspect they'll cause us issues in the second half when they can utilise their bench to try and change the game if needed, or sustain momentum if they're in the lead. We don't particularly have that luxury.

It's pretty vital we get an early goal to pile the pressure on them from the off.
 

mmttww

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  • May 17, 2023
  • #630
Otis said:
I agree. This is our best chance and could be for some time to come.
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You might be right, but a LOT of people were saying this last season when we fell away. Robins and co. are building a body of evidence that warrants us having some confidence and trust that they can handle set backs, or falling short, and somehow still find a way to progress again the following season.
 
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