Tamworthram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 11 minutes ago, Leeds Ram said: I kind of feel sorry for Chorley if we do play the tie, cup ties are always about giving teams and players a chance to test themselves against those they wouldn't normally and I'm sure the victory will be soured if it's against what's not even our second string team. It's now put us into a no lose position, if we play and win it's great for the youngsters and if we lose it's no surprise really. I believe cup runs can be used as a tool to improve our league form but at this moment in time we're fighting for survival and potentially a couple of injuries from being in a really bad position so risking anyone key would be monumentally stupid. I agree if they lose but, if they win then I'm sure the consolation of reaching the fourth round proper will easily outweigh the disappointment of beating a team of youth player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColonelBlimp Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 As requested by @Lancashire lad and I'm sure there'll be loads of takers, Chorley virtual match ticket page. https://chorleyfc.ktckts.com/merchandise/cho2021facr3/chorley-v-Derby-county-virtual-match-ticket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePrisoner Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 Things are bad when we’re using the Chorley corner flag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 1 minute ago, ThePrisoner said: Things are bad when we’re using the Chorley corner flag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 Is there a deadline for registering new players for the match? If not, could members of the forum put their name into a ballot for a chance to play? If we're going to lose ... it would be hilarious to have some fans playing ... and memorable! Like the "virtual ticket for Chorley" ... we could turn the match into a charity fundraiser! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 Another idea could be to agree with Chorley to make it the World record for highest number of goals, and let them win 50-49, or something. (As a charity fundraiser...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampage Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 2 minutes ago, Ken Tram said: Is there a deadline for registering new players for the match? If not, could members of the forum put their name into a ballot for a chance to play? If we're going to lose ... it would be hilarious to have some fans playing ... and memorable! Like the "virtual ticket for Chorley" ... we could turn the match into a charity fundraiser! I used to play left back, just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 Another idea for a challenge could be to record the highest number of substitutes in a game! I read that although the FA Cup allow will only allow three substitutes (not five) ... there is a loophole! Apparently, if a player gets concussion, two extra substitutions will be allowed. So ... we could agree with Chorley to pay lots of high balls ... encourage the enthusiastic young players to knock themselves out (literally), and use the entire bench in substitutions. Added bonus: It will deplete our wider squad, meaning that the EFL may let us delay League games until the first team are back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roboto Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 I actually like the idea of our academy playing Chorley. It's a good test for them to see how their physical side of the game is coming along. No doubt that many of the lads have great technical skill and lots of potential, but this will test them more than a PL2 game against an academy with 3 over age prem players (like we recently played against Arsenal). Just a shame that our best starlets have been training with the first team and will miss their chance. GK: Idem/Bradley Foster RB: Festy Ebosele (if fit)/Max Bardell (U18 captain) CB: Ethan Wassall (finally! ?) CB: Harrison Solomon (Young but has played well at U23 this season) LB: Archie Brown (better at attacking than defending, but this is a great chance for him) DM: Jordan Brown (utility player, covers defence well) CM: Isaac Hutchinson (Good experience at League 2 level) CM: Osazee Aghatise/Ola Ibrahim (one of these two can be the playmaker) RW: Jayden Mitchell-Lawson (back from an unproductive loan) LW: Tyree Wilson/Josh Shonibare (speed to burn) ST: Stretton (If not been training with 1st team)/ Bobby Duncan/Cybulski Subs from: Marko Borkovic Harry Halwax Liam Thompson Connor Dixon Cameron Cresswell Eiran Cashin Callum Minkley Think that covers it! Hope you all agree that it could be a very exciting match. I expect the young'uns to use that speed and energy, but possibly be a bit careless in defence. Either way, COYR! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 2 minutes ago, Rampage said: I used to play left back, just saying. There we go. I can just see RAMPAGE on the back of the shirt. Get £50 sponsorship money, and you're in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve How Hard? Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 Jacob Butterfield says he's delighted to sign a one game deal to help out former club Derby County in their FA Cup tie at Chorley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mucker1884 Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 May I propose "The most own goals scored from the opposite half of the pitch"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kooklaram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 I used to play at a fairly decent level Peter Crouch once spent 90 mins in my back pocket (cough we only lost 5-0)However i am now 50 and have a pair of kneecaps as strong as twiglets , still happy to step up to the plate though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 I truly think the FA is shooting themselves in the foot. The status of the FA Cup is already under threat. They can move in two directions: (1) taking steps to improve and secure the competition's status; or (2) let it decline. Taking the stance that it is acceptable for teams to play a weakened side (even during Coronavirus) ... is a step towards three FA Cup having even lower status. The FA need to be custodians of the long term health of the FA Cup, and not be so focussed on getting rooms completed by certain dates during a lockdown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampage Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 10 minutes ago, Ken Tram said: There we go. I can just see RAMPAGE on the back of the shirt. Get £50 sponsorship money, and you're in! Ken Tram ....what a guy. COYR. It is walking football isn't. Just asking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 19 minutes ago, ThePrisoner said: Things are bad when we’re using the Chorley corner flag! Isn't there some archaic rule that allows one team to lend a player to an opponent of they are short of players. I'm sure there something in it -maybe it's cricket? Anyways ... as well as looking to Chorley's flags, we could ask to borrow some of their players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampage Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 13 minutes ago, roboto said: I actually like the idea of our academy playing Chorley. It's a good test for them to see how their physical side of the game is coming along. No doubt that many of the lads have great technical skill and lots of potential, but this will test them more than a PL2 game against an academy with 3 over age prem players (like we recently played against Arsenal). Just a shame that our best starlets have been training with the first team and will miss their chance. GK: Idem/Bradley Foster RB: Festy Ebosele (if fit)/Max Bardell (U18 captain) CB: Ethan Wassall (finally! ?) CB: Harrison Solomon (Young but has played well at U23 this season) LB: Archie Brown (better at attacking than defending, but this is a great chance for him) DM: Jordan Brown (utility player, covers defence well) CM: Isaac Hutchinson (Good experience at League 2 level) CM: Osazee Aghatise/Ola Ibrahim (one of these two can be the playmaker) RW: Jayden Mitchell-Lawson (back from an unproductive loan) LW: Tyree Wilson/Josh Shonibare (speed to burn) ST: Stretton (If not been training with 1st team)/ Bobby Duncan/Cybulski Subs from: Marko Borkovic Harry Halwax Liam Thompson Connor Dixon Cameron Cresswell Eiran Cashin Callum Minkley Think that covers it! Hope you all agree that it could be a very exciting match. I expect the young'uns to use that speed and energy, but possibly be a bit careless in defence. Either way, COYR! I suggested the academy play but with first teamers as subs. Nearly got it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taribo Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 12 minutes ago, roboto said: GK: Idem/Bradley Foster RB: Festy Ebosele (if fit)/Max Bardell (U18 captain) CB: Ethan Wassall (finally! ?) CB: Harrison Solomon (Young but has played well at U23 this season) LB: Archie Brown (better at attacking than defending, but this is a great chance for him) DM: Jordan Brown (utility player, covers defence well) CM: Isaac Hutchinson (Good experience at League 2 level) CM: Osazee Aghatise/Ola Ibrahim (one of these two can be the playmaker) RW: Jayden Mitchell-Lawson (back from an unproductive loan) LW: Tyree Wilson/Josh Shonibare (speed to burn) ST: Stretton (If not been training with 1st team)/ Bobby Duncan/Cybulski I wouldn’t be surprised if a few more were with the first team: The Browns, Idem, Stretton, Festy, possibly a couple more still Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampage Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 1 minute ago, Ken Tram said: Isn't there some archaic rule that allows one team to lend a player to an opponent of they are short of players. I'm sure there something in it -maybe it's cricket? Anyways ... as well as looking to Chorley's flags, we could ask to borrow some of their players. Get Inverurie a Chorley flag as a belated Xmas pressure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tram Posted January 6, 2021 Share Posted January 6, 2021 1 hour ago, Elwood P Dowd said: My 100 meter time would be best done with a calendar rather than a stopwatch ?? I think we're going to make it non-contact, socially distanced, walking football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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