Day Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Play the kids? Not at all, they have tougher opponents in the Premier League 2 plus the EFL Trophy now. I'm not usually one for cup runs but this year is slightly different.....we drew Grimsby. We must win. We must not lose as my messages can't take another defeat to them. I beg of you Mr Pearson, strongest team possible, after this round play the tea lady up top if you like but Tuesday night we need to deflate those blow up haddocks, forget Mighty Mariners, we want Mardy Mariners as they head back up the motorway with their tails between there legs. Let them sing when they're fishing not when they're winning. No more if this Will Hughes on the bench crazy ideas either, The Milky Bar kid can lead us to cup victory. He must start. We must win. Carson Christie Keogh Shackell Lowe Blackman Bryson Hughes Russell Ince Bent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiddingsRam Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 What sort of crowd are we expecting for this ? How many will Grimsby bring ? I've got my tickets but plenty of people I speak too aren't going ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share Posted August 7, 2016 On Wednesday they had sold 500 of their initial 1100 allocation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadioactiveWaste Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 I think it shpuld be same XI as yesterday with the instructions "get used to it". Gives some more time playing and achance for some players to put in a performance and feel a bit better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiddingsRam Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 1 minute ago, David said: On Wednesday they had sold 500 of their initial 1100 allocation They do seem to travel well , I remember 2 seasons ago them literally taking over Alfreton . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share Posted August 7, 2016 They do but they also have 3 away games on the bounce now so can't see them bringing many more for a cup game they have little chance of winning (I say), Wycombe on Saturday then Colchester on Tuesday, will test the purse strings of the best of em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickram Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Won't be bothering with this one,Barnsley away the more important game for me. Means more to the Cod heads than it does to me,but no doubt the texts and emails will come through should we embarrass ourselves again in the first round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamLad1884 Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Same team again bar Lowe to left back and maybe Pearce for shackell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philmycock Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 1 hour ago, David said: Play the kids? Not at all, they have tougher opponents in the Premier League 2 plus the EFL Trophy now. I'm not usually one for cup runs but this year is slightly different.....we drew Grimsby. We must win. We must not lose as my messages can't take another defeat to them. I beg of you Mr Pearson, strongest team possible, after this round play the tea lady up top if you like but Tuesday night we need to deflate those blow up haddocks, forget Mighty Mariners, we want Mardy Mariners as they head back up the motorway with their tails between there legs. Let them sing when they're fishing not when they're winning. No more if this Will Hughes on the bench crazy ideas either, The Milky Bar kid can lead us to cup victory. He must start. We must win. Carson Christie Keogh Shackell Lowe Blackman Bryson Hughes Russell Ince Bent Bit of a contradiction there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Le Mesmer Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Grimsby have some experienced players in their ranks albeit at a lower level. I know a couple of the midfielders well as up until this summer they both formed the middle for York City. Luke Summerfield is a ratter and he can break up play and pass well. James Berrett also can knock the ball about well if given time, especially on a pitch like the iPro. Interestingly both are well known in the lower leagues for smashing in free kicks from outside the area. I remember being at Bootham Crescent last season in the JPT v Bradford where Berrett curled in an absolute peach. I think set pieces will be something that Grimsby will definitely be looking to exploit and they are well capable of doing that with the players they have. Ashley Williams is another ex-York player and a winger/forward who can be a danger in short cameo bursts chipping in with the crosses and one or two goals. He has mainly plied his trade in the conference though although he did spend the last couple of seasons at Daggers who ended up back in the conference after their relegation last season. Omar Bogle is the striker I like the best as he is both strong and physical and has an eye for goal. Scotty Vernon the ex Aberdeen stalwart is also a danger as is the new lad poached from conference south champions last season Tom Bolarinwa and Kayden Jackson who signed from Barnsley and previously had been on loan at Wrexham. You'll know all about ex Ram Ben Davies and Josh Gowling is the only other player I know a bit about although he was sent off yesterday so i'm not sure if he'll be available or whether he might with it being a different competition. The codheads will bring their usual numbers, they are always well supported and well vocal. My favourite memory of going there as an away fan was with Torquay where I had a bucket load of vegetables thrown on my head from over an adjoining wall! British footy - you can't beat it! Also, if you can scour the internet for an absolute classic fishy forum rant by Poojah made a few years ago now then it might bring a smile to your face! Quality. I think Grimsby will be there for the taking should we use width as I think in the middle they are competitive however without wanting to sound disrespectful I think Derby will emerge comfortable 3-1 winners. Grimsby have enough quality to nick a free kick but I don't think they are the type of aggressive side who will open us up too often or have too much possession. Again though, depends on the selection also by Nigel. Grimsby deserve to be in the football league and i'm pleased they finally managed it after a good few years away. If you think getting out of the Championship is tough then spare a thought for the conference teams. It's an ex-league clubs graveyard down there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angieram Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 A nice early chance to build a bit of confidence in front of goal and I hope we start a mix of first teamers who need the minutes and a few under 23s. I'm hoping Martin starts and rattles in a hat-trick - will do his confidence a lot of good. Has anyone heard yet if all the stands will be open? If not I fancy getting moved to South or East Stand so we can make some noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share Posted August 7, 2016 4 minutes ago, angieram said: If not I fancy getting moved to South or East Stand so we can make some noise. Wouldn't go to the East Stand then, had to get my compass out during the game yesterday, thought it was the West Stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Well just booked my tickets, decided i couldnt wait until the villa game to go again. Hope we do see a few changes to give some players like lowe a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curtains Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 2 minutes ago, Paul71 said: Well just booked my tickets, decided i couldnt wait until the villa game to go again. Hope we do see a few changes to give some players like lowe a chance. I would think it won't be the same team as Pearson has said as much in his Brighton post match interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Just now, curtains said: I would think it won't be the same team as Pearson has said as much in his Brighton post match interview we should have enough to beat them, and it gives some players a chance to stake their claim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philmycock Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Poojah link... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/6579407/Grimsby-Town-fan-letter-the-full-text-of-Poojahs-rant.html funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davenportram Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 10 hours ago, David said: Play the kids? Not at all, they have tougher opponents in the Premier League 2 plus the EFL Trophy now. I'm not usually one for cup runs but this year is slightly different.....we drew Grimsby. We must win. We must not lose as my messages can't take another defeat to them. I beg of you Mr Pearson, strongest team possible, after this round play the tea lady up top if you like but Tuesday night we need to deflate those blow up haddocks, forget Mighty Mariners, we want Mardy Mariners as they head back up the motorway with their tails between there legs. Let them sing when they're fishing not when they're winning. No more if this Will Hughes on the bench crazy ideas either, The Milky Bar kid can lead us to cup victory. He must start. We must win. Carson Christie Keogh Shackell Lowe Blackman Bryson Hughes Russell Ince Bent Don't forget the u23s have that european competition too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanRam Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 Will there be Matchday Chat for this one @David ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted August 7, 2016 Author Share Posted August 7, 2016 1 hour ago, AmericanRam said: Will there be Matchday Chat for this one @David ? We're going to carry on with match threads for the next few games and see how it goes. As the forum has grown Matchday Chat isn't really working that well and proving difficult to moderate, arguments kick off and I having to trawl through the logs is a real pain in the arse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted August 7, 2016 Share Posted August 7, 2016 6 hours ago, angieram said: A nice early chance to build a bit of confidence in front of goal and I hope we start a mix of first teamers who need the minutes and a few under 23s. I'm hoping Martin starts and rattles in a hat-trick - will do his confidence a lot of good. Has anyone heard yet if all the stands will be open? If not I fancy getting moved to South or East Stand so we can make some noise. I'm quite noisy in the east stand .. In a polite way of course (Mr and Mrs sucking on a lemon 3 seats along permitting ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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