dubai_phil Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 I love it how upset people get about attendances Maybe it's me and I'm not getting something. Some fans on here not long ago were claiming this is the best side we've ever had, playing the best football they've ever seen and how great it is to be a Saints fan right now. Some fans are claiming we need a bigger stadium. There are two games left this season and this is 1st v 2nd, its a local derby, we could effectively seal promotion on Friday. Under those circumstance I can't think of a single reason why this won't sell out or why "fans" wouldnt want to be there. In fact we sh ould have sold out weeks ago and be turning people away in their droves yet all I get when mentioning it are snidy comments about thinking I'm a better fan than someone else. It's hilarious how so many think it's such a great time to be a Saints fan yet can't be arsed to go to games, even massive ones like this. You make a fair point, BUT, an interesting Statistic would be (MLG where are you?) How many Evening Televised games at SMS sold out when were used to be in the PL? How many tickets have Reading taken? And, FWIW, it's costing me around 650 quid to get back for 3 days JUST to watch the Coventry game, so I can be excused missing this one on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 You make a fair point, BUT, an interesting Statistic would be (MLG where are you?) How many Evening Televised games at SMS sold out when were used to be in the PL? How many tickets have Reading taken? And, FWIW, it's costing me around 650 quid to get back for 3 days JUST to watch the Coventry game, so I can be excused missing this one on Friday. Reading have taken the full 3,200 allocation. MLG uses a 32k crowd for a televised game v Bolton midweek in 2002 or something as evidence of why we need to expand. It happened, we did sell out. But that wasn't the best Saints team people have ever seen playing in a title and promotion decider so hardly apples with apples. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 It's hilarious how so many think it's such a great time to be a Saints fan yet can't be arsed to go to games, even massive ones like this. Just for clarity....how many supporters are in the "can't be arsed to go" camp? I can't go on Friday but would be "arsed" if I was able to go, so that's one less to count.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suewhistle Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Don't forget that there's a chance of rain on Friday evening. People won't want to be getting wet just for a game of football. I know, when it rains we all make a dash for the dugout: does our manager's head in.. Actually I'm going to lie through my teeth at training tonight and tell the manager I've a meeting on Friday so won't be able to train - the first time this season I've bunked off. There had better be a stream! I'm not a rich bugger like DP so can't make the end of the season. July, August and first 2 weeks in September I'm not teaching so when does next season start: I need to start planning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Just for clarity....how many supporters are in the "can't be arsed to go" camp? I can't go on Friday but would be "arsed" if I was able to go, so that's one less to count.... Why's that? Chris De Burgh concert to pay for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Why's that? Chris De Burgh concert to pay for? Answering one question with two? Tut tut....You'll have people accusing you of avoiding the question if you're not careful.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liquidshokk Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Why is everyone getting annoyed when it sounds like its going to sell out? Not annoyed as such, but how many people are settling for worse seats for this massive game because of the online system. My actual point was that it seemed like it was already a sell out, however a trip to ticket office has proven otherwise. Just in response to original question, like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View From The Top Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 TBH, any "fan" who doesn't break his/her balls to be there on Friday is a cu nt. Obviously people overseas, working, wife in labout etc are a different matter but no excuses for those outside of those categories IMHO. Biggest game for years and years and years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Answering one question with two? Tut tut....You'll have people accusing you of avoiding the question if you're not careful.... It seems looking at the match day threads you often fall into the "can't make it, got something else to do" category, one mans "can't make it got something else to do" might be another mans "can't be arsed" of course...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 TBH, any "fan" who doesn't break his/her balls to be there on Friday is a cu nt. Obviously people overseas, working, wife in labout etc are a different matter but no excuses for those outside of those categories IMHO. Biggest game for years and years and years. Well said fella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 I know, when it rains we all make a dash for the dugout: does our manager's head in.. Actually I'm going to lie through my teeth at training tonight and tell the manager I've a meeting on Friday so won't be able to train - the first time this season I've bunked off. There had better be a stream! I'm not a rich bugger like DP so can't make the end of the season. July, August and first 2 weeks in September I'm not teaching so when does next season start: I need to start planning? hahaha! Actually that was cash set aside for FMDP's outfit for Daughter's wedding. Luckily () found a load of pics of a Nina Ricci original dress online and have got a local sweat shop to make up a knock off for 50 quid inc material (BUT DON'T TELL HER FFS!). One of my wayward Tee Shots at Emirates slaughtered an Indian Starling (Beautiful Plumage all Royal Blue) to match the dress, so have got another mate to glue them onto one of those headband thingys from Claire's. Sorted Then OF COURSE, I will have to find some business meeting to attend while over. Luckily, with Granty's PTS bid for the skates looks like a pint in the Concourse at Coventry should allow that to be deductible and so voila. Don't need money. Just Creativity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersonic Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 There are two games left this season and this is 1st v 2nd, its a local derby, we could effectively seal promotion on Friday. Under those circumstance I can't think of a single reason why this won't sell out or why "fans" wouldnt want to be there. In fact we sh ould have sold out weeks ago and be turning people away in their droves yet all I get when mentioning it are snidy comments about thinking I'm a better fan than someone else. It's hilarious how so many think it's such a great time to be a Saints fan yet can't be arsed to go to games, even massive ones like this. No, it really ISN'T a local derby. There are just short of 50 miles between the 2 stadiums, no way is it a local derby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 No, it really ISN'T a local derby. There are just short of 50 miles between the 2 stadiums, no way is it a local derby actually...it is a local derby many local derbies around are further away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagon 84 Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Still tickets left, just got 2 together Itchen block 5. Quite a few staying in pubs around town to watch the game, so may not sell out.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 It seems looking at the match day threads you often fall into the "can't make it, got something else to do" category, one mans "can't make it got something else to do" might be another mans "can't be arsed" of course...... Of course.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Diamond Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 There were sod all left yesterday and someone mentioned today there are less than 60 remaining. The hotline will be busy with people ringing up for Peterborough, as it was yesterday, so if you've not got a ticket, ring up and get in the queue quick! Also use the 'alternative' number... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordswoodsaints Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 only odd seats available in blocks 11,13+14 left. That's a shame,I've got OCD and I can only sit in an even number seat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 TBH, any "fan" who doesn't break his/her balls to be there on Friday is a cu nt. Obviously people overseas, working, wife in labout etc are a different matter but no excuses for those outside of those categories IMHO. Biggest game for years and years and years. My mates stag do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Now sold out. I bought the last ticket! Guy behind me was well ****ed off - sorry mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesfp1 Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 My mates stag do... It should start at St Marys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southamptonfclegend Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 i bet it's not sold out.. if it was there would be a massive deal about it on the OS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saints foreva Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Listed as Sold Out on the online ticket site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGTL Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 i bet it's not sold out.. if it was there would be a massive deal about it on the OS. Showing as sold out on the online ticketing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFSFC Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 If you don't go your a cu nt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raging Bull Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 If you don't go your a cu nt But cu nt s are useful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svetigpung Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 TBH, any "fan" who doesn't break his/her balls to be there on Friday is a cu nt. Obviously people overseas, working, wife in labout etc are a different matter but no excuses for those outside of those categories IMHO. Biggest game for years and years and years. Thank god i live abroad. Was getting worried for a while that i'd turned into a cu nt. phew! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Showing as sold out on the online ticketing. They were showing Peterborough away as "Sold Out" the other day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaford Saint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 No, it really ISN'T a local derby. There are just short of 50 miles between the 2 stadiums, no way is it a local derby Its local in my house matey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wycombe Saint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 When do the Coventry tickets go on general sale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joesaint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Now sold out. I bought the last ticket! Guy behind me was well ****ed off - sorry mate! Yea, I was ten minutes late. Gutted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southamptonfclegend Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 i'm not talking about the 'online' sales.. i am saying that there would be a story about it on the OS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coca Cola Saint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 When do the Coventry tickets go on general sale? Saturday morning at 9am Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDSFC Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Just got off the phone with TO, it is sold out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianoneils slidingtackle Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 is it sold out ? or is there hundreds of corporate and "other" tickets available for the favoured few Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrasaint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Just got off the phone with TO, it is sold out. And yet it is not shown as sold out on online ticketing cuz i have just checked. Struggled to find availability anywhere though!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petersfield Saint Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 I'm going, but it's only my second game of the season. What kind of a cu nt does that make me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 My brother just phoned and told it is sold out, I bet there are loads of empty seats around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jawillwill Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 I bet there are loads of empty seats around. Most of them are probably at Fratton Park though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 My brother just phoned and told it is sold out, I bet there are loads of empty seats around. So how does that make sense? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexstar Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 They won't announce it as a sell-out until all of the corporate seats are shifted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobbster Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Definitely sold out....looking for 1 ticket for my son I anyone has a spare?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IFHP Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Definitely sold out....looking for 1 ticket for my son I anyone has a spare?! No its not, just got a ticket on line. They are still showing too so I didnt get the last one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannysfc Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Thank God I got in there yday as I needed 2 for my bro's who are down here for Easter so am Pleased I've got them one!!! Am also going to ring up either this PM or tomorrow to get Peterboro ones aswell as I'l probs end up going in the end tbh!!! COYR!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 No its not, just got a ticket on line. They are still showing too so I didnt get the last one.Says sold out when I log on !? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Neil Allen has requested a seat in the press box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bender Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 They were showing Peterborough away as "Sold Out" the other day. Yeah but we got given more tickets which changed the status. Clearly not possible with a home game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Yeah but we got given more tickets which changed the status. Clearly not possible with a home game. Point being that Peterborough wasn't "sold out" or anywhere near close, therefore, just because it may say "sold out" on there, doesn't mean you should take it for certain. I'm pretty sure further tickets popped up for the skates games after the ticket site said "sold out". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersonic Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 actually...it is a local derby many local derbies around are further away Like whom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 Like whom? just a quick look exeter plymouth norwich ipswich cardiff swansea newcastle boro manchester leeds are all very similar distances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 11 April, 2012 Share Posted 11 April, 2012 just a quick look exeter plymouth norwich ipswich cardiff swansea newcastle boro manchester leeds are all very similar distancesBut is it a "derby" and what constitutes a "derby". The games you've listed there all have a history of hatred and regional rivalry. Can't think of anyone from Southampton that has a dislike of Reading particularly. Guess there is a fair bit of cross-over in places like Basingstoke and Newbury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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