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My rant seems to have been deleted by the mods. No idea why??
Anyway, Morris is the worst chairman we’ve had. Worse than Maxwell, worse than the Three Amigos. His reckless spending spree has led to this. Should we be thankful for someone wasting so much money? I don’t think so. This is the worst we’ve been since 1984. Shambolic.
Stephen Pearce. Equally as bad. He was finance officer before too. He’s should be overseeing the day to day running of the club. No communication, no ticket office. After a pandemic, the club is alienating its fans further. The club is on its knees. It’s a disgrace how this great club is being run. 

It’s very odd the whole Marshall business. He’s a better keeper than Allsop, considerably better in fact. With the amount of wages that have left the club, it can’t be a case of getting Marshall’s wages off. Allsop is an odd signing. Much prefer Marshall as a no.2. Especially given our lack of squad depth.  

It’s very odd the whole Marshall business. He’s a better keeper than Allsop, considerably better in fact. With the amount of wages that have left the club, it can’t be a case of getting Marshall’s wages off. Allsop is an odd signing. Much prefer Marshall as a no.2. Especially given our lack of squad depth.  

That would make a lot of sense. Jeez, what a mess. Thanks Morris and Pearce - shambles. 

That would make a lot of sense. Jeez, what a mess. Thanks Morris and Pearce - shambles. 

It’s very odd the whole Marshall business. He’s a better keeper than Allsop, considerably better in fact. With the amount of wages that have left the club, it can’t be a case of getting Marshall’s wages off. Allsop is an odd signing. Much prefer Marshall as a no.2. Especially given our lack of squad depth.  

It’s very odd the whole Marshall business. He’s a better keeper than Allsop, considerably better in fact. With the amount of wages that have left the club, it can’t be a case of getting Marshall’s wages off. Allsop is an odd signing. Much prefer Marshall as a no.2. Especially given our lack of squad depth.  

It’s very odd the whole Marshall business. He’s a better keeper than Allsop, considerably better in fact. With the amount of wages that have left the club, it can’t be a case of getting Marshall’s wages off. Allsop is an odd signing. Much prefer Marshall as a no.2. Especially given our lack of squad depth.  

The Steve Bloomers Watching chorus is a decent chant. Can be done over and over and has lasted quite a while on occasions. It’s easy enough to sing to. A modern day We Are Derby chant. It must be about 20 years old now though. Persevere with it. 

McGrath was one of the greatest defenders in the world. An outstanding player and a joy to watch in his season as a Ram. He was key to us having a good season. If Jagielka can have a similar impact, I’ll be happy. 

McGrath was one of the greatest defenders in the world. An outstanding player and a joy to watch in his season as a Ram. He was key to us having a good season. If Jagielka can have a similar impact, I’ll be happy. 

I remember watching McGrath in that season and what a joy he was to behold. 
Positional sense and speed of thought above anyone I’d seen play in defence for Derby. 
I’m 45 now so never got to see the champion winning team but have seen the likes of Wright, Hindmarsh, Stimac etc but for that one season Paul McGrath was absolutely immense. 
I remember him tracking a runner who had beat him for pace as a ball was played through and in stride Paul back healed a clearance further than some were able to make a normal clearance. The striker turned to look at him and just shook his head in disbelief. 
 
If Phil Jagielka can bring us even a fraction of what McGrath gave us in his one season we will find ourselves safe and secure for another year. 
Yesterday was a promising start. 

It’s not going to drag anyone out of position when it’s played at snails pace. Mind you, given the age of our back line walking football won’t be far off! 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

I agree. We looked a lot better when Sibley came on, he occupied that space further inside. First half, Ebosele and Byrne were standing on each other’s toes. Never going to work. 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

I agree. We looked a lot better when Sibley came on, he occupied that space further inside. First half, Ebosele and Byrne were standing on each other’s toes. Never going to work. 

It’s not going to drag anyone out of position when it’s played at snails pace. Mind you, given the age of our back line walking football won’t be far off! 

It’s not going to drag anyone out of position when it’s played at snails pace. Mind you, given the age of our back line walking football won’t be far off! 

Can someone explain to me the rationale behind the split midfielder tactic? I’ve never seen anything so ridiculous. We push both full backs high, and replace the full backs with our central midfielders Meaning our attackers drop deep into midfield to receive the ball, leaving the centre of the pitch exposed. Very bizarre. 
Early days, but so far I see very little benefit. The midfielders are 60 yards apart. We can’t build up play, can’t create angles and everyone, bar the full backs, drops deeper. I’m guessing the idea is to create overloads on either side, but we barely get the ball higher up the pitch to make this effective. Weird tactic. 

Phew.  What a relief!
Read the title, and thought "Bloody hell.  That's all we need!"  ?

Good team is that. I’d like to see Rooney play that, but I think he may opt for a midfield 3 of Shinnie, Morrison, Bird. Bird being the more advanced potentially.