SNSUN Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 FFS I dreamed we lost 3-0 and then later that we lost 2-1 feck this waiting for a game of soldiers.Hey, your dream results are improving each time. Take that as a good sign! 14 pages! Is this the longest build-up thread ever seen on SWF? It must be, and it will only get longer.
kpturner Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/articles/20120426/lallana-buoyed-by-home-record_2264122_2750534/0,,10280~2750534~1,00.html http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/articles/20120426/manager-preparing-diligently_2264122_2750508/0,,10280~2750508~1,00.html Nigel: "We're going to be at the right state of arousal" The girls are going to love this game!
eelpie Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Supporters versus nerves. This is the crucial underlying battle that could determine the result. WE somehow must not let on-pitch nerves get to us all in the stands. Or in-the-stands nervousness get to the players. At all times, if we can keep up a barrage of noise - the noisiest ever - throughout the WHOLE game - the players will do the job! Even when mistakes are made - as will happen - keep up the noise! Positivity!!! COYR!!!
Johnny Shearer Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I don't see this game being a walk over as many others seem to think it is. Or maybe it's just the nerves!
Professor Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Why such a negative bench? None of those players are likely to change a game if we need a goal, I'd want De Ridder in for Harding and Barnard for Connolly, who isn't fit and rarely changes a game. My team prediction is not what I'd like to see but what I think Nigel will play. I think he will go cautious, with 2 defenders and one MF as subs. I don't think he'll risk going without a GK on the bench and that although he will expect to win my guess is he'll be happy with a 2 goal lead and be desperate not to lose. I agree that if Connolly is still injured it will be Barnard on the bench. I suppose he could, go for SDR on the bench instead of Connolly/Barnard and move Guly up front if he needs to replace a striker, but I am expecting him to go for a negative bench as he'll see that as a positive way to get the win. We don't need a hatful of goals, nice as that would be.
thegaffer Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 would be nice to do to Coventry what West Ham did to Brighton recently in the first 10 minutes to ease everyones nerves. COYRS
saints-cris Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Coventry have won 1 game on the road this season.. Just sayin'
kpturner Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Going by the Adkins interview, I suggest that the "Going down" chant be replaced with: "We're suitably aroused" "We're suitably aroused" "We're Southampton" "We're suitably aroused"
derry Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 would be nice to do to Coventry what West Ham did to Brighton recently in the first 10 minutes to ease everyones nerves. COYRS Your nipper will have to practice his sad face if that happens or he'll be out of a job Dave.
thegaffer Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 just got off the phone to him Dave...They know that its a tall order to expect Coventry to do them a favour but as always they will go out to win the game against Hull and put as much pressure on us as possible and if we win and they win at least they are in a good run of form for the play-offs. The Bristol game away is the one where they had enough chances to have won the game twice over and they get undone by a long range hopeful shot that Green would have save 9 times out of 10. As for his job as everyone knows in football no matter what happens nobodys job is safe. Lots of family conflicts at the moment as you can imagine. We want him to do well but not tomorrow,leave it for them to get through in the play-offs.
Surman4no7shirt Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/17859433 Nige on the Art of War. Did't see it posted elsewhere.
derry Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 just got off the phone to him Dave...They know that its a tall order to expect Coventry to do them a favour but as always they will go out to win the game against Hull and put as much pressure on us as possible and if we win and they win at least they are in a good run of form for the play-offs. The Bristol game away is the one where they had enough chances to have won the game twice over and they get undone by a long range hopeful shot that Green would have save 9 times out of 10. As for his job as everyone knows in football no matter what happens nobodys job is safe. Lots of family conflicts at the moment as you can imagine. We want him to do well but not tomorrow,leave it for them to get through in the play-offs. I think we will win also I think there will be a number of goals so if there is a draw it will be high scoring game although I can't see it.
charliemiller Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Train ticket booked few beers before and hopefully lots after to celebrate ..............bring it on !!!!
Special K Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Exactly 28 years ago on saturday we beat coventry 8- 2 , its an omen That was the first game i was allowed to go to with just my mates and no parents. Happy days. Will be a cracker tomorrow. Really looking forward to it, just hope the atmosphere isn't ruined by all the pansies in the crowd ponying themselves everytime Cov pass the halfway line. Judging by the majority of comments on this forum though, i suspect they will be in the majority.
The Cat Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 A highly dodgy last kick of the game penalty like this will do:
Manuel Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I'm confident about this. We will want it more than them and will win, on BBC, for all to see. Looks like it might stay dry too. http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/se/southampton_forecast_weather.html
Sheaf Saint Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Coventry have won 1 game on the road this season.. Just sayin' FFS! You had to go and post that didn't you!
jupu Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Since there's absolutely nothing that I can do to influence the result, I just wanted to contribute to the longest build-up thread ever (or to be...)
paris Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 In other news Pimpey are going into meltdown Stuart Gray and Guy Whittingham have been shown the door today....more to follow....
SW11_Saint Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 A highly dodgy last kick of the game penalty like this will do: Call me old fashioned, but I'd rather it was sorted well before then (and could do without the controversy of a pen being given for an airshot too!).
toofarnorth Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 If this game is not 0-0 at half time i'll be surprised. Expecting to be put through the wringer but come out ok at the end. That being said wouldn't it be great it Cranie conceded a penalty in the first minute. Certainly settle my nerves.
Legod Third Coming Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 If this game is not 0-0 at half time i'll be surprised. Expecting to be put through the wringer but come out ok at the end. That being said wouldn't it be great it Cranie conceded a penalty in the first minute. Certainly settle my nerves. Like the first minute goal at Boro you mean? No thanks. If we get one in the first minute, I won't be happy unless we get another three in the next 20!
bender Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Coventry's objective seems to be getting exposure to their 'Sisu out' campaign. They're rightfully annoyed at the continuous media sympathy of Pompey and not themselves. http://www.skybluestalk.co.uk/threads/16746-Sisu-out-at-southampton As a Coventry player, I'm not sure I would be too galvanized when all you hear from your own fans is this rather than them getting behind your team.
West End Saint Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Just can't wait to get down the ground my nerves are shredded have to believe in the boys they have been class all season top 2 since day 1 is a great achivement they have the quality to get the result to get us back to Prem what a massive game. I am going to put the nerves to 1 side & roar & shout & sing my head & just get right behind the team COYS we can do this
dannysfc Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Well am actually Buzzing for this game even tho it's the last one of the Season if we don't make the Play Offs as I'm staying optimistic and that come this time tomorrow that we'l be celebrating Promotion back to the Big Time where we Belong and I can see West Ham screw up and draw at home 1-1 to Hull and that we'l do it and Win 3/4-0 and Go Up But we'l see!!! Scoring wise I think it'l be Lambert, Lalanna and Sharp/Hooiveld for Saints which would be Good But we'l see!!! Have got most of my family coming to this and my brothers friends n that aswell and have got my Mum a ticket as it's her Birthday tomorrow aswell so hopefully she can see Saints Go Up aswell!!! COYR!!!
saints_is_the_south Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I am beginning to feel physically sick with nerves, tomorrow can't come any quicker! I have just had a reassuring text from a mate however which definitely applies for me, and probably quite a few on here too. 'Your concern for the worst is clouding your judgement. Don't worry, we're win'. So I'm going to drink to that tonight and try and remain as calm as I can about tomorrow. COYR!!
Window Cleaner Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Well am actually Buzzing for this game even tho it's the last one of the Season if we don't make the Play Offs as I'm staying optimistic and that come this time tomorrow that we'l be celebrating Promotion back to the Big Time where we Belong and I can see West Ham screw up and draw at home 1-1 to Hull and that we'l do it and Win 3/4-0 and Go Up But we'l see!!! Scoring wise I think it'l be Lambert, Lalanna and Sharp/Hooiveld for Saints which would be Good But we'l see!!! Have got most of my family coming to this and my brothers friends n that aswell and have got my Mum a ticket as it's her Birthday tomorrow aswell so hopefully she can see Saints Go Up aswell!!! COYR!!! Best not make the play-offs huh Daniel!! Mind the language in front of your Mum then, she might not be impressed and cut off your supply of treats.
trousers Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Coventry have won 1 game on the road this season.. Just sayin' You're saying they're long over due an away win...? ;-)
Ex Ringwood Saint Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Getting twitchy..just want kick off..watching at home with my lad and some beer...and an emergancy bottle of single malt for when it gets twitchy...Like most on here say if we can't put a few past Coventry at home in front of packed st Mary's then I am not sure that we would deserve to go up....COYR lets do this..!!
Chez Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 half in we'll be 2-0 and cruising. Hopefully. Not thought about the game much all week. A quick look on here and the heart rate has increased already.
SNSUN Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I've just received a bit of great news about my job that I've been waiting to hear about for over a year! I can't believe it happened this weekend, but I'm already dancing around my house! It must be fate! I hope I wear out the thread on these carpets in the next 24 hours with celebrating!!!
Window Cleaner Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I've just received a bit of great news about my job that I've been waiting to hear about for over a year! I can't believe it happened this weekend, but I'm already dancing around my house! It must be fate! I hope I wear out the thread on these carpets in the next 24 hours with celebrating!!! Got suspended on full pay for 3 years huh?
opthomps Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Well am actually Buzzing for this game even tho it's the last one of the Season if we don't make the Play Offs as I'm staying optimistic and that come this time tomorrow that we'l be celebrating Promotion back to the Big Time where we Belong and I can see West Ham screw up and draw at home 1-1 to Hull and that we'l do it and Win 3/4-0 and Go Up But we'l see!!! Scoring wise I think it'l be Lambert, Lalanna and Sharp/Hooiveld for Saints which would be Good But we'l see!!! Have got most of my family coming to this and my brothers friends n that aswell and have got my Mum a ticket as it's her Birthday tomorrow aswell so hopefully she can see Saints Go Up aswell!!! COYR!!! Hopefully your mum will bring us luck, but in your own ever appearing catchphrase "we'l see!!!"
acersaint Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 It's my 60th on Tuesday. Saints gave me the FA Cup for my 24th Birthday and I am confident they will give the Premiership for my 60th. COYR.
Andy Durman Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 (edited) So lets unite the 32,300 fans by singing SISU out before the match starts. Full battle cry. Then continue that noise for 90 minutes with the greatest celebration that St Mary's has ever seen. This is our destiny. Shame that my family and I couldn't be there this time. Have fun everyone we will be celebrating long and hard after this one. p.s. I am expecting a final game similar to the one against Southend to get into the play offs. Do you remember? 0-1 and then 4-1. In Saints we trust Edited 27 April, 2012 by Andy Durman
View From The Top Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I wish people would just chill. We'll win.
saints-cris Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Well work today was a complete write off. Made myself not think about the game all week, but today the second I woke up it's all I could think about. Still confident, prediction is 3-1. With their lineup it really should be 'men against boys'
rog Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 We just need to do our bit, not for first twenty mins when we want the first goall but right till the half time whistle. Then in the second half too... Until the final whistle WE NEED TO DO our bit...COYR!
saint si Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 You're saying they're long over due an away win...? ;-) Not at all... their last away win was only 4 weeks ago, so if anything they're due another long period without an away win :-) Of course, the one rather frightening fact about that away win, was that they beat Hull!
dune Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I wish people would just chill. We'll win. I think we will, but like many don't want to tempt fate.
stev2001 Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I think we will, but like many don't want to tempt fate. Fate is already decided, we will win and will be in the prem next season. .......and the stadium will be expanded
View From The Top Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 I think we will, but like many don't want to tempt fate. The alternative is to turn into a pathetic sad act like some of the queens on here. We're playing relegated Cov' at home, not Man City away. Forgive me if I don't wet myself with fear at the prospect.
stev2001 Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 Is it Saturday yet? No we are not celebrating, this time tomorrow I will be
dune Posted 27 April, 2012 Posted 27 April, 2012 The alternative is to turn into a pathetic sad act like some of the queens on here. We're playing relegated Cov' at home, not Man City away. Forgive me if I don't wet myself with fear at the prospect. It's not about fear, I think a lot of people aren't counting their chickens away from the forum and are bringing that attitude to the forum. Afterall we all know that if we lose there's gonna be some sh/t coming our way from fans of other clubs, so it's just a case of keeping it low key until we've actually done it.
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