warsash saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Putting aside the comedic value of their situation, look at our squad that wasn't good enough to stay up in the Prem, we deserved to go down but there was still some quality there, or look at the players Newcastle failed with - on that basis I can't see Pompey getting a point before Christmas!! They have a keeper and one striker of note, not exactly a winning formula. But probably still a stronger squad than 3 teams in the Premiership
Wes Tender Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Maybe, but they still have a team that could put more goals into our net than we could score against them, imo. I would love to meet the skates in a cup match this season. Only then will we have some idea of the relative strengths of the two clubs. The day will come when we are the better team, but we've an awful long way before this becomes a reality. Meanwhile let's see how we compare with Millwall! I never said that we have a better team than them, merely that we have probably bottomed out in the third division and will steadily progress upwards, whereas it is almost certainly the case that they are nowhere near the team that finished last season and will therefore begin their downward spiral this season. As you say, it would be interesting to get them in a cup match to make comparisons, hopefully quite a bit later on, when we have bought well and stabilised and they have sold even more of their quality players and are demoralised. But what satisfies me is the prospect of both teams being in the Fizzy Pop, for one year, us finishing on promotion and them being relegated. That would be sweet, especially if we took 6 points off them in the process.
dellboypete Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 But probably still a stronger squad than 3 teams in the Premiership to be fair to them, they are one of several very poor (alright, crap springs to mind) teams in the prem this season - so they should be down there mixing it with the worst of them for the whole season
hypochondriac Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 to be fair to them, they are one of several very poor (alright, crap springs to mind) teams in the prem this season - so they should be down there mixing it with the worst of them for the whole season Other teams down there will be Hull, Burnley and Birmingham. Can't think of anyone else poorer than them other than that though.
eurosaint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Other teams down there will be Hull, Burnley and Birmingham. Can't think of anyone else poorer than them other than that though. Hull, Burnley and Skates to go down, Brum have spent a few bob and should improve ! Ps. Hypo. Can you please change your location to 'accept' instead of 'except' as it annoys me
Verbal Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Other teams down there will be Hull, Burnley and Birmingham. Can't think of anyone else poorer than them other than that though. Team morale is a huge factor in relegation - it's not just down to the quality of the squad. I think that'll be a bigger problem at P*mpey than any of the three you mention.
krissyboy31 Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Other teams down there will be Hull, Burnley and Birmingham. Can't think of anyone else poorer than them other than that though. I think Wolves, Stoke and Sunderland will also be hovering around the foot of the table and TBH you could pick any of those 7 to finish in the bottom 3 and wouldn't be too far away.
skintsaint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 think Sunderland are going to be top half this season...just a sneaky feeeeling.
Doctoroncall Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I can see Burnley just surviving as they have an astute manager and get them set up correctly, unlike the skates with Hart at the helm. Also the ACN is on during this coming winter so they'll lose any of Utaka, Diop, Belhadj and Mokoena for up to a month from end of December (it starts on the 10 January). Of course that's assuming they don't sell them first.
Saint Fan CaM Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Poopey really are looking to be a complete and utter demolition job this season. In fact, this seasons 'Derby'. lol
OldNick Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I can see Burnley just surviving as they have an astute manager and get them set up correctly, unlike the skates with Hart at the helm. Also the ACN is on during this coming winter so they'll lose any of Utaka, Diop, Belhadj and Mokoena for up to a month from end of December (it starts on the 10 January). Of course that's assuming they don't sell them first. They still have enough about them to stay up.I wouldnt dance too much just yet.
Katalinic Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://boards.footymad.net/forum.php?tno=424& Some amusing posts, I particularly like the blinkered fool who thinks that they are one of the clubs in the Prem with the lowest amount of debt. They really should take the trouble to look at the accounts not only of Portsmouth City Football Club but Miland Developments 2004 Limited who are part of the group. And yes, I am enjoying their situation...thoroughly.
Channon's Sideburns Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 They still have enough about them to stay up.I wouldnt dance too much just yet. I admire your positivity Nick...but I can't see it. Their bubble has burst and they are a car crash waiting to happen. We had Pinnacle, they have AlFahim.... I have no sympathy for the Skates, they 'lived the dream' under ol'Saggy Chops and are now reaping what they have sown...their gloating over our predicament was not nice. You can't build a football club on sand. At least we had the stadium and the fanbase to sell the club to others...what have Poopey got? A stadium that is more decrepid than The Dell would ever have been, and a fanbase that can't even fill their ground on the best day. Normal order in football on the South Coast will be restored..in time.
eelpie Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I never said that we have a better team than them, merely that we have probably bottomed out in the third division and will steadily progress upwards, whereas it is almost certainly the case that they are nowhere near the team that finished last season and will therefore begin their downward spiral this season. As you say, it would be interesting to get them in a cup match to make comparisons, hopefully quite a bit later on, when we have bought well and stabilised and they have sold even more of their quality players and are demoralised. But what satisfies me is the prospect of both teams being in the Fizzy Pop, for one year, us finishing on promotion and them being relegated. That would be sweet, especially if we took 6 points off them in the process. I like that scenario, Wes
NickG Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Erm I think the accusation of attendance obsession can be laid at Corp Ho's door... until he lost the argument totally and went quiet
View From The Top Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://boards.footymad.net/forum.php?tno=424& Some amusing posts, I particularly like the blinkered fool who thinks that they are one of the clubs in the Prem with the lowest amount of debt. They really should take the trouble to look at the accounts not only of Portsmouth City Football Club but Miland Developments 2004 Limited who are part of the group. And yes, I am enjoying their situation...thoroughly. They really are 'kin deluding themselves and they actually believe we are envious! Morons. :smt103:rolleyes:
EastleighSoulBoy Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Yup - with abuse you can respond, defensively or aggressively or even turn the other cheek. With "feigned" sympathy you sort of have to find yourself responding with an equally insincere oh yeah thanks, hope you get out the mess type of response OR a stuff you I don't need your sympathy Cherry type reaction which leads to beers getting spilled and all that You absolutely disgust me when you mention spilling beer
solentstars Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://www.portsmouthfc.co.uk/?cms_id=78&qs_articleid=2674&qs_media=html statement from pompey website confirming their problems
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://www.portsmouthfc.co.uk/?cms_id=78&qs_articleid=2674&qs_media=html statement from pompey website confirming their problems "should the takeover not happen" - Storrie has changed his tune since a fortnight ago. As I said 3 weeks ago "Oh Happy Day"!
Toadhall Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://www.portsmouthfc.co.uk/?cms_id=78&qs_articleid=2674&qs_media=html statement from pompey website confirming their problems Hmmm - not going to laugh or gloat but that is a clear case of oh **** we had better say something and quick. Problem is its all negative - there are a lot of worried faces around where I work.
solentstars Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 "should the takeover not happen" - Storrie has changed his tune since a fortnight ago. As I said 3 weeks ago "Oh Happy Day"!looks like you were spot on about this deal.
Daren W Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Blooming heck! people, get a move on for those Portmouth relegation bets... If the bet didn't look good with the current fire sale and dwindling squad, the possiblity of administration would make it a nailled on cert.... Happy days...
Tamesaint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 "at this moment in time." Why not just say "now" ???? The grammar in this article is appalling.
Clapham Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Team morale is a huge factor in relegation - it's not just down to the quality of the squad. I think that'll be a bigger problem at P*mpey than any of the three you mention. +1 Especially when they get hit with the -9 :cool:
Under Weststand Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Oh what a difference 3-weeks make. All those fishy friends coming on here gloating, now me thinks the worm has turned. And no sign of those trolls on here now. Today's revelations do appear to be true, admitting to the e-mail on their club website made me LOL. But I do hope they survive. Else we'd have no one to laugh at :smt044
Clapham Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I never said that we have a better team than them, merely that we have probably bottomed out in the third division and will steadily progress upwards, whereas it is almost certainly the case that they are nowhere near the team that finished last season and will therefore begin their downward spiral this season. As you say, it would be interesting to get them in a cup match to make comparisons, hopefully quite a bit later on, when we have bought well and stabilised and they have sold even more of their quality players and are demoralised. But what satisfies me is the prospect of both teams being in the Fizzy Pop, for one year, us finishing on promotion and them being relegated. That would be sweet, especially if we took 6 points off them in the process. Imagine winning the championship against them! That would be sweet. Can't decide if I'd rather win it at St. Mary's or Notarf Crap...
Katalinic Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://dralfahim.blogspot.com/2009/08/al-fahim-pulls-out-of-takeover.html
Toadhall Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://dralfahim.blogspot.com/2009/08/al-fahim-pulls-out-of-takeover.html FF was right all along then. Admin beckons me thinks.
Saints foreva Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 http://dralfahim.blogspot.com/2009/08/al-fahim-pulls-out-of-takeover.html How reliable is this?
NickG Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I would love to hear this officially confirmed. It would be too late for anyone else to come in for this transfer window. With debts they are meant to have will probably have to further weaken selling Distin. Wouldn't it be lovely for them to break Derby's low points record?
NickG Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 How reliable is this? not sure it is, think its a gossip type site
EastleighSoulBoy Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Imagine winning the championship against them! That would be sweet. Can't decide if I'd rather win it at St. Mary's or Notarf Crap... For sheer comeuppance it would have to be at The Piggery. Then to watch their mongtards wreck their part of the city.
Katalinic Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 not sure it is, think its a gossip type site Think you are right but it is a most enjoyable read nonetheless.
krissyboy31 Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 How reliable is this? That blog has been pretty accurate up until now, so it's more than likely correct.
johnny c Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Their very own Pinnacle. You could tell something was amiss when he turned up wearing a cap.
maxi_sopez Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 5live saying takeover likely not to happen hahaha
Thedelldays Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I really hate that club and wish them every possible worse outcome
CHAPEL END CHARLIE Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 5live saying takeover likely not to happen hahaha No sh1te Sherlock - sorry couldn't resist it .
NickG Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 nothing on any news sites yet, drink is in fridge ready!
Amesbury Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I actually feel sorry for my Pompey mates. Football is also about the banter. they have pulled my leg over the last few weeks and I will pull theirs over the next few weeks. But whilst I wish their football club many defeats and relegation it is better there is a PFC than no PFC.
Puddings and Monkeys Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I really hate that club and wish them every possible worse outcome I'm with you. Dirty stinking cheat who over the last few years have shown how corrupt football has become. Let them rot!!
Micky Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I really hate that club and wish them every possible worse outcome Would you stop sitting on the fence and tell us how you really feel eh...!
NickG Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 just been looking for news as much as I was for our takeover!
L1Minus10 Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 One more time .... because it's hilarious....:smt036:D:smt040:supz::smt039
Clapham Saint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 (edited) I actually feel sorry for my Pompey mates. Football is also about the banter. they have pulled my leg over the last few weeks and I will pull theirs over the next few weeks. But whilst I wish their football club many defeats and relegation it is better there is a PFC than no PFC. I agree with all of the above, however it is only the few pompey fans I am directly good friends with that I feel sorry for but that is becuase I would feel sorry for any of my mates who's team was about to go pop. The rest of the inbred mongtards can **** their ****ing **** up their **** ****ing **** ****. Edited 4 August, 2009 by Clapham Saint
Daren W Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I really hate that club and wish them every possible worse outcome Don't beat around the bush... Say what you think... lol
Micky Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 I actually feel sorry for my Pompey mates. Football is also about the banter. they have pulled my leg over the last few weeks and I will pull theirs over the next few weeks. But whilst I wish their football club many defeats and relegation it is better there is a PFC than no PFC. About sums it up for me too - I'm pretty indifferent about them to be honest. That said, I would like to see all South Coast clubs doing well and I really don't wish extinction on any club. Personally, I don't think they will go down this season either, adversity can sometimes make you stronger.
miserableoldgit Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 About sums it up for me too - I'm pretty indifferent about them to be honest. That said, I would like to see all South Coast clubs doing well and I really don't wish extinction on any club. Personally, I don't think they will go down this season either, adversity can sometimes make you stronger. Didn`t work for us did it?
PaulSaint Posted 4 August, 2009 Posted 4 August, 2009 Its all doom & gloom on their BBC Site: http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/606/ArticleSearch?contenttype=-1&phrase=Portsmouth&phrase=Football As somebody who has the misfortune to work there a few days a week I can assure Saints Fans that there was zero sympathy and only laughter when we looked on the brink. They bought the FA Cup on a credit card & now Mint have come knocking
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