doggface Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 As I said previously MLT will be chairman of the fc & giving up the day job, TL will be alongside him on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nineteen Canteen Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 I'm sure Matt would be really worried about being slagged off by Nineteen Troll. Stanley, I have not slagged off MLT so please stop repeating yourself by saying I have. I don't particularly like the thought of him being chairman of the FC and would prefer it if he worked alongside a chairman to protect his status at the club. Just an opinion whereas you appear to want Matt to be up on the pedastal and no doubt be the first to slag him off if things don't work out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nineteen Canteen Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 As I said previously MLT will be chairman of the fc & giving up the day job, TL will be alongside him on the board. I sincerely hope this works but can't help thinking it would be better to have an experienced chairman with MLT alongside him on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 I'm sure he will surround himself with people who have the knowledge & skills to assist him in the transition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 an experienced chairman Any names spring to mind? Don't scrape too Lowe in the barrel....ha ha...Taxi for Trousers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Any names spring to mind? Don't scrape too Lowe in the barrel....ha ha...Taxi for Trousers Don't encourage him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Stanley, I have not slagged off MLT Well a few weeks back according to you he was only marginally above spitting bile and was not up for promoting unity:D Clive Foley on SSN yesterday was spitting bile for Lowe within the first few words and Le Tissier wasn't much better on Solent this morning more intent on getting out the hatchet than promoting unity Too bad he was promoting the bid that will hopefully save us:smt117 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponty Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Well a few weeks back according to you he was only marginally above spitting bile and was not up for promoting unity:D Too bad he was promoting the bid that will hopefully save us:smt117 TBF to NC (as admin, I'm allowed) the comment about Lowe/Le Tiss was made long before Matty was attached to any bids, and at a time when all of the ex-directors were behaving like spoiled kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Clive Foley on SSN yesterday was spitting bile for Lowe within the first few words and Le Tissier wasn't much better on Solent this morning more intent on getting out the hatchet than promoting unity He must be a Skate on a wind-up. No Saints fan would slag off Matt Le Tissier. Pathetic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 MLT was a bad kisser. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponty Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Is that "Slagging off"? He wasn't the only person wishing that Matt wouldn't get involved in the blame game just after the sh*t hit the fan but I've never EVER met a fan who doesn't love MLT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Is that "Slagging off"? He wasn't the only person wishing that Matt wouldn't get involved in the blame game just after the sh*t hit the fan but I've never EVER met a fan who doesn't love MLT. I would extend that to football fans rather than just us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie Charteris Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 Some people seem to have forgotten what Tony Lynam thinks of MLT already "Matt will have a pivotal role at the club - and I would urge you all to never under estimate this mans ability. You all know of his amazing skills as a footballer. As a friend of his for a number of years, I also know the other side of Matt, and believe me, he has a very wise head on those shoulders." Before questioning his abilities in any area, let's see what his new role will be and then let him justify Lynam's faith in him. And how about a little more reasoned debate instead of the inevitable, tedious d*ck waving contests. Just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nineteen Canteen Posted 2 June, 2009 Share Posted 2 June, 2009 TBF to NC (as admin, I'm allowed) the comment about Lowe/Le Tiss was made long before Matty was attached to any bids, and at a time when all of the ex-directors were behaving like spoiled kids. Thanks. What Um also chose to ignore is that I appluaded a Q&A article in the Times with Matt a few days after his (IMO) disappointing interview with Solent. The Times article showed him to be very measured in his assessment of the club's predicament presumably having had time to digest the initially shocking news. The day we appoint anyone at the club whom the fans consider untouchable and beyond reproach because of past reputations, then aren't we in a danger of heading for a repeat of recent events? So MLT should bear scrutiny like anyone else whilst not discounting the high regard he is held in at the club. Not many players have earned a god like status at their club as a player and that is one reputation that I would like MLT to protect at all costs. If MLT decides to take on the role of chairman he will have 100% backing and good will of the whole club and its fans but given the enormity of the task and his experience as a rookie chairman in a very responsible and pressurised role then personally I would prefer someone else to take that role and the risks that will come with it and MLT given a lifelong seat on the board of directors as DoF or something similar. If (god forbid) it goes wrong MLT will hopefully stay at the club reputation in tact as oppose to another chairman through the revolving doors which would be depressing and no other obvious disciples to fill his boots. Its just my opinion and I revere MLT as a player as much as the next fan and its the memories that form the basis of my reverence that I would like to remain unsullied by what could be a thankless task in the long run as Chairman, given our recent history. Its a sincere and well meant opinion and in any event I am looking forward to supporting the new regime as I have all the others regardless of my opinion of any director. Nothing more to say on the subject until Pinnacle annouce their plans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TijuanaTim Posted 3 June, 2009 Author Share Posted 3 June, 2009 Once again...let's put all these differences of opinion aside for the time being and commit to giving MLT a more than positive and affirmative backing. He is a marvelous Saint and absolutely and quite obviously has our best interests at heart, he deserves our whole-hearted support, right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micky Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 Some people seem to have forgotten what Tony Lynam thinks of MLT already "Matt will have a pivotal role at the club - and I would urge you all to never under estimate this mans ability. You all know of his amazing skills as a footballer. As a friend of his for a number of years, I also know the other side of Matt, and believe me, he has a very wise head on those shoulders." Before questioning his abilities in any area, let's see what his new role will be and then let him justify Lynam's faith in him. And how about a little more reasoned debate instead of the inevitable, tedious d*ck waving contests. Just a thought. You're obviously new here aren't you...!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 TBF to NC (as admin, I'm allowed) What is the form on here if you've been banned??? Are you just allowed to conjure up a different used name, pay your monies and start afresh again??? If so, sorting out a new user name and paying £5 is hardly a deterrent to trolls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 the comment about Lowe/Le Tiss was made long before Matty was attached to any bids, And I was merely pointing out that NineSunThirdFlashDanceTeen CanBeastBearManTeen had given Matty a slagging, contrary to his claims (I didn't realise posts were time barred on here:D and something like 5 weeks ago is hardly off in the annals of time;)). In fact, I'd say it's even more hypocritical to go around slagging MLT, only to backtrack when all of a sudden he comes to our rescue;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legod Third Coming Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 There are any number of successful chairmen who don't have to have a day-to-day role in the management of the organisation. In fact, some of the best are figureheads. Now, I don't know the man and know what he does, but I'm guessing that Bill Kenwright also has a board of executives who actually run the club, right? And wasn't Lineker Chairman of Leicester? I'm passing no judgement on Matt's abilities in business or otherwise (I'm sure he's run very successful nightclubs... ) but whatever his input I'm sure he will be part of a skilled team that will use his abilities accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eelpie Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 This is going to be hard for us questioning, inquisitive and second-guessing Saints fans. It is in our very nature to say 'what if...?', 'why?, 'who says so?', 'where has it gone?' etc...but in the case of MLT we are talking about someone completely unique in the annals of Southampton Football Club, the city itself and especially our supporters. I really think he is putting himself right in our cross-hairs so to speak, by doing something very gallant that most wouldn't touch with the proverbial bargepole FFS. So what's my point, personally I believe that under no circumstance should we display anything but belief, support and appreciation towards this chosen one. That's just me, as individuals you have to do what your heart/mind tells you. However, I do implore everyone to remember this unique soul and how he and he alone made our 'football' lives bareable on too many occasions to accurately recall. Let's not do what some many other clubs/fans do and ever, I repeat ever turn on Le Tizz. The Spurs - Hoddle thing is a classic reminder of how it shouldn't become...yes I reallize it is not so likely that MLT will be manager, but you get my drift. Let's hope he can be there to help try and save us again, never forget and never turn on him!! I expect this will make MLT cringe as much as it does me. Leave off. His contribution has been and is awesome, but he ain't a god. Don't set the man up only to be knocked whenever we have set-backs, which we will because we are Southampton.. He has put himself on the line which is very brave and we love him for it because he has saved Saints. I know you mean well Tim, but don't embaress the man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TijuanaTim Posted 3 June, 2009 Author Share Posted 3 June, 2009 I expect this will make MLT cringe as much as it does me. Leave off. His contribution has been and is awesome, but he ain't a god. Don't set the man up only to be knocked whenever we have set-backs, which we will because we are Southampton.. He has put himself on the line which is very brave and we love him for it because he has saved Saints. I know you mean well Tim, but don't embaress the man. Fully respect what you are saying, you have a strong point. What I am trying to get across is the he has done so much, so often and derserves more afore-thought than Fred Bloggs who may have numerous motives for being involved, when it is quite clear MLT's are not self motivated - they are selfless. So give him the best support and more of a chance than anyone.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulwantsapint Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 Will MLT join the League Chairmen's Golf Society ? I remember either when he was playing regularly or when about to retire his biggest ambition after retirement was to play off scratch has he achieved this ambition yet? Or will St Marys / Staplewood have Golfing facility's added ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nineteen Canteen Posted 3 June, 2009 Share Posted 3 June, 2009 Will MLT join the League Chairmen's Golf Society ? I remember either when he was playing regularly or when about to retire his biggest ambition after retirement was to play off scratch has he achieved this ambition yet? Or will St Marys / Staplewood have Golfing facility's added ? Hopefully he'll buy a dog and practice his swing in the dressing room when required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 6 June, 2009 Share Posted 6 June, 2009 I sincerely hope this works but can't help thinking it would be better to have an experienced chairman with MLT alongside him on the board. Rupert Lowe was experienced wasnt he 19? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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