lou Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 The Swansea fans were singing Fatty whats the score to Jobber... not the other. I thought they were saying the P word myself for a minute then realised they were directing it at Jobber
Guest Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I thought that the draws, except the 3rd round draw were held on Monday lunchtimes?
Suffolk_fox Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 When is the draw? Probably fatty not paki aimed at Jobber. I was thinking that same thing!
Tommeh Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Delighted to be in the hat. Away at West Ham, Spurs, Stoke or the annual trip to the Cottege next please. Arsenal would be a mongfest.
sbfox Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Thought Kermo did really well in his 15 minute cameo, won all of his headers and looked pretty lively in his movement. We got dominated in the first half, but never really challenged - their passing never really posed too many problems. Better team, just, won in the end. As I said in the other thread, attendance was terrible and I really believe that those who turned up today, should get priority for the next round if its a big team. To sit through 90 bitterly cold minutes and not be able to get a ticket for the next round would be really jarring.
Ford Super Sunday Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I thought that the draws, except the 3rd round draw were held on Monday lunchtimes? Not when ITV get their grubby mitts on the rights. As part of their contract they have the draw after their live game to enhance viewing figures
Joe. Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Leicester repeated their exploits of the opening day of the season, as substitute Dany N'Guessan snatched a late headed winner to put the Foxes in the hat for the fourth round of the FA Cup. David Cotterill's brilliant 30-yard strike had put the visitors ahead after just 10 minutes, but Andy King's leveller five minutes before the break set City up for the win which sees them progress to the fourth round for the first time in four seasons. The victory was a replication of Swansea's visit to the Walkers on the opening day of the season, where City overturned a one goal deficit to take home the win thanks to a substitute N'Guessan winner. Manager Nigel Pearson kept faith in the side which beat Sheffield United on Boxing Day, as Ryan McGivern kept his place at left back with ongoing injury to Bruno Berner. It was Paulo Sousa's Swansea who took the game to the hosts in the opening stages, with joint top-goal scorer Darren Pratley showing early signs of danger. His ball across the box was almost met by Cedric van der Gun, ending with David Cotterill's blocked final effort. But the on-loan Sheffield United winger brought the game to life after 10 minutes, his unstoppable 30-yard drive flying past Weale into the back of the net. Leicester responded to the goal with the majority of possession, but only Richie Wellens in the middle of the park seemed prepared to offer anything creative going forward. Movement was distinctly lacking, and as a result City were unable to break down the stubborn Swans for much of the opening period. Swansea's Spanish striker Gorka Pintado tested Weale in the Leicester goal with a decent effort on the angle, but the Foxes goalkeeper was equal to it. The home side battled back to craft a double opportunity of their own, Dorus de Vries in the Swansea goal first denying Fryatt inside the area with a brilliant stop, before getting down low to keep out Oakley's follow-up. Chris Weale was on hand to keep the Swans at bay soon afterwards, tipping Joe Allen's dangerous effort round the post for a corner. The visitors were looking dangerous going forward on the counter attack with a charging five man midfield, showing flashing reminders of their impressive league position. But in the 38th minute, perhaps against the quality of play, the Foxes were level. Good work from Matty Fryatt on the edge of the penalty area set up Andy King to fire home past the helpless de Vries for City's leveller. It was a well-timed goal for a restless crowd, putting Pearson's men into a level position going into the half-time break. The second half began in drab fashion, as neither side was able to craft any opening of dangerous quality. Leicester right-back Robbie Neilson was on hand to make a vital challenge in the penalty area to halt a dangerous goal-mouth scramble, the only notable drama in the early exchanges. The match was becoming somewhat of a tedious affair, and so it was no surprise when the first substitutions were made. The ineffective Lloyd Dyer was replaced by Paul Gallagher on the hour mark as Pearson set out to grab a winner. The switch appeared to kick City into life as they began to take control of proceedings. Menacing chances for both sides remained few and far between, but Leicester were soon increasing the pressure on the Swans' backline. Pearson's side came close with twenty minutes remaining, centre back Michael Morrison unable to get the ball under control inside the penalty area from Fryatt's ball across, winning a corner for his troubles. Steve Howard and the booked Matt Oakley were replaced in the 75th minute, with French duo Yann Kermorgant and Dany N'Guessan coming on in their place. Kermorgant was soon showing just why the club had offered him a new two and a half year contract, as his aerial presence and mobility began to test the Swansea defence. Swans substitute and crowd favourite Lee Trundle came close to stealing the tie minutes from time, but his free-kick from the edge of the area sailed agonisingly wide of Weale's post. Just as the tie looked to be heading to a replay at the Liberty Stadium, Leicester grabbed a late winner. Ryan McGivern's deep free-kick was met by Kermorgant, the Frenchman beating two Swansea players and Michael Morrison in the air to hand N'Guessan the opportunity to head home in the 89th minute. N'Guessan has proved something of a super sub for manager Nigel Pearson, this his third headed goal off the bench for the Foxes this season. It was another hard-fought victory for Leicester, manager Nigel Pearson's substitutions once again proving decisive as the Foxes progress to the fourth round for the first time in four seasons.
acooling08 Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Not when ITV get their grubby mitts on the rights. As part of their contract they have the draw after their live game to enhance viewing figures Prefer being able to watch it
Guest Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Not when ITV get their grubby mitts on the rights. As part of their contract they have the draw after their live game to enhance viewing figures So much for tradition and the "famous" cup then.
Guest ttfn Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Delighted to be in the hat.Away at West Ham, Spurs, Stoke or the annual trip to the Cottege next please. Arsenal would be a mongfest. I, for one, would love to see us play at the Emirates. I presume that makes me a disabled... EDIT: And I presume most of the people travelling to the Arsenal game could spell 'Cottage'.
Craig Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I, for one, would love to see us play at the Emirates. I presume that makes me a disabled... EDIT: And I presume most of the people travelling to the Arsenal game could spell 'Cottage'. I wouldn't be so sure...
Fox92 Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Pleased with the win, but also glad I didn't go. As Stringer said 'it is the clubs fault, they took the FA Cup ticket out of the Season Ticket'. I look at it in two ways: Do we want a side that we can beat, to get a cup run? Or a chance to visit a great ground and for once see good players such as Fabregas, Gerrard and Essien. Arsenal, Liverpool or Spurs away for me!
davieG Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Pleased with the win, but also glad I didn't go. As Stringer said 'it is the clubs fault, they took the FA Cup ticket out of the Season Ticket'.I look at it in two ways: Do we want a side that we can beat, to get a cup run? Or a chance to visit a great ground and for once see good players such as Fabregas, Gerrard and Essien. Arsenal, Liverpool or Spurs away for me! As much as I've argued that doing this affects attendances it's hardly an acceptable excuse for not going and smacks of bone idleness and apathy.
lou Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 As much as I've argued that doing this affects attendances it's hardly an acceptable excuse for not going and smacks of bone idleness and apathy. Yep and the same people who couldnt be arsed to go today will be clammering for tickets for the next round if we do get a big Prem club
AoWW Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 As much as I've argued that doing this affects attendances it's hardly an acceptable excuse for not going and smacks of bone idleness and apathy. I admit I was bone idle and apathetic, staying at home in the warm and looking at the pwetty snow outside. I'm sorry.
BoneDog Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Sod Orf! Arsenal away please! Fooking freezing today and hard to keep interested I was just relieved someone scored! I want Arsenal or the Mancs away but not until the later stages! I want us to get as easy a passage as possible to the 5th or 6th round and then go for glory
Legend_in_blue Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Pleased with the win, but also glad I didn't go. As Stringer said 'it is the clubs fault, they took the FA Cup ticket out of the Season Ticket'.I look at it in two ways: Do we want a side that we can beat, to get a cup run? Or a chance to visit a great ground and for once see good players such as Fabregas, Gerrard and Essien. Arsenal, Liverpool or Spurs away for me! You can call season ticket holders all you like for not forking out the extra pounds to go to a cup game, but fact of matter is there's plenty of benefits around for others, especially kids getting in for a quid, or even free, and yet season ticket holders get little to no benefit as the season progresses. Ok, so season ticket holders shell out a lot to begin with and gain the benefit of getting games for less over a season, and 10% off at the shop, but the benefits stop right there. Jan 2nd, right after Christmas and New Year and spending has been up for most, so you can't blame people for not turning up and call them lazy and the like.
C-man Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 The Swansea fans were singing Fatty whats the score to Jobber... not the other. I thought they were saying the P word myself for a minute then realised they were directing it at Jobber Fair enough. I noticed there wasn't much of a reaction from L1 so I wasn't sure! Pleased with the win, but also glad I didn't go. As Stringer said 'it is the clubs fault, they took the FA Cup ticket out of the Season Ticket'. Stringer is a moron. I don't know what that makes you but it's a pretty lame attitude.
The Doctor Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Loved SK1 today! Stewards tried to get involved in Jamies, Andys and AFIEs etc European fun, twats. Great laugh. quality. The moment the stewards start moving up there pretty much the entire block stood up and started singing. Good result but , paticularly in the first half, we seemed poor, backing off their players far too much. Had a little chuckle when people started chanting "engerland, engerland" after king scored despite the fact that he's welsh.
davieG Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I admit I was bone idle and apathetic, staying at home in the warm and looking at the pwetty snow outside. I'm sorry. No need to be sorry, been there and done it - besides you didn't say it was because it was no longer part of your ST.
Guest Mee-9 Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 To be honest, The FA cup aint about winning for me. As our chances are pretty limited. The FA cup is all about playing different teams, from different leagues. And it's all about visiting different places, and for teams that wouldn't have a chance of playing the likes of Chelsea, Man Utd, Arsenal, to have a one off chance at playing infront of a worldwide audience. I'm a ST holder, and I went today, the attendance was dismal, but the support generated by the fans that could be bothered, was fantastic.
Guest ttfn Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 Yep and the same people who couldnt be arsed to go today will be clammering for tickets for the next round if we do get a big Prem club That'd be me. I pay £xxx to have a season ticket every season and I can go see us play Swansea twice a year in a competition we can do well in (the league). By all accounts today was not worth £20 for a ticket, £30 for the train and a 4 hour round trip. Going to Arsenal, Spurs or Chelsea, each less than half an hour from me, or Manchester United for the first time in 7 years is naturally something which appeals to me. Just because I didn't go today, doesn't mean I don't deserve a ticket for the next round.
BoneDog Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I look at it in two ways:Do we want a side that we can beat, to get a cup run? Or a chance to visit a great ground and for once see good players such as Fabregas, Gerrard and Essien. Arsenal, Liverpool or Spurs away for me! Good cup run for me every time. We've all been to great grounds and we should get plenty more chances. Plus if we get a good cup run then that in itself will guarantee a very tasty draw sooner or later. Good cup run = glory, cash and plenty of celebrating. I would much rather get through a few rounds before meeting a giant.
BoneDog Posted 2 January 2010 Posted 2 January 2010 I'm a ST holder, and I went today, the attendance was dismal, but the support generated by the fans that could be bothered, was fantastic. Aye on the radio I thought the Leicester fans sounded very good in spells. I was impressed especially as there were only 12,000 there.
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