Bloody hell, if you excuse the language, I would never have guessed how much support I would get over this. I do enjoy doing the matchday thread, so unless anyone else wants to have a go, I will carry on. Thank you for the support
Thank goodness, it would have been such a shame had you stopped. You're a valued member on here so keep doing you.
Bloody hell, if you excuse the language, I would never have guessed how much support I would get over this. I do enjoy doing the matchday thread, so unless anyone else wants to have a go, I will carry on. Thank you for the support
Goodonya Ross. Welcome back. I’m going to have a drink to celebrate🍺
Bloody hell, if you excuse the language, I would never have guessed how much support I would get over this. I do enjoy doing the matchday thread, so unless anyone else wants to have a go, I will carry on. Thank you for the support
You deserve all our support mate. Whenever I cannot attend a game the first thing I do is follow the match thread. Without this I would have to put up with sky sports talking mainly bollox about some premier league game which I couldn't give a shit about.
Charlton Athletic v Accrington Stanley Saturday 19th January 2019 … 3pm Kick-Off Referee: John Busby
Introduction Well it’s not been a bad start to 2019 has it!!... It’s certainly a contrast to the end of 2018 which saw back to back defeats on the road and so leave the majority of Addicks fans thinking that the Play-Offs were our best option for promotion. This Saturday will see a return to the Valley after an impressive 3-0 win at Shrewsbury, for the first time in a while our home has become a fortress, and with just one defeat and one draw since October this is a place that teams wont like visiting – Accrington Stanley are next up to visit, lets hope that we can send them home to the Greater Manchester area with their tails between their legs, just like everyone else!!
The Opposition Name: Accrington Stanley | Manager: John Coleman Ground: Crown Ground
Of course there are no givens in Football and tomorrow will be no different… As mentioned in the match preview for this reverse fixture; Accrington are a side who know how to battle back from adversity…. Yes it’s a line you’d expect on something like the X-Factor yet when you support a side that are in their third existence, the fact they’ve been able to battle back and reach the heights they have done this season is no mean feat.
Naturally its nearly always the case that the size of a clubs budget will determine whether a side is competitive or not yet we all know that’s not always the case, determination and desire play just as big a part and for the first quarter of the season it looked as though Accrington would be the surprise package and so be challenging for the Play-Offs.
Unfortunately for the Stanley, a poor November has seen our opponents drop into mid-table… With still a while to go till the end of the season you’d hope that they wont drop into the relegation spots (especially when you take into account the way they’re ran), yet the loss of Goalkeeper: Connor Ripley, recalled by his parent club and then sold to Preston North End will hurt Accrington, their current inexperienced ‘keeper: Jonny Maxted will certainly need to be at his best to keep out one of the deadliest strike duo in England at present.
Charlton Team News The fact that Charlton have remained competitive throughout their injuries is a huge credit to Lee Bowyer and his backroom staff – So impressive it meant that Johnnie Jackson would be on the receiving end of some false rumours which saw him linked with the Luton job… Thankfully those were quashed by Bowyer after Shrewsbury and so we all move on together to continue the sole aim this season… Promotion!!
With the Addicks just three points off second they could find themselves in the automatic spots come 5:10pm tomorrow – They would of course need to overhaul a goal difference of ten goals, yet as we welcome back Josh Cullen and Ben Reeves from injury anything is possible, although both players may need to be consigned to the bench after layoffs, especially with Darren Pratley now returning to some kind of form in recent weeks
Phillips Solly | Bauer | Sarr | Purrington Cullen | Bielik | Pratley Williams Grant | Taylor
Prediction With form being better at the Valley than it is on the road you’d certainly hope that the hosts can record another three points… With our rivals playing big matches (Luton v Peterborough) this is a chance to close the gap even further; Accrington will enjoy tomorrow as playing at grounds like this will be a reward for their promotion efforts last season, don’t expect them to simply turn up and roll over though, they’ll want to record another famous win themselves!!
This might be a tougher game than some are thinking, the away game certainly was. Hopefully we can build on recent good form and just sneak this one, 2-1 to Charlton.
Bloody hell, if you excuse the language, I would never have guessed how much support I would get over this. I do enjoy doing the matchday thread, so unless anyone else wants to have a go, I will carry on. Thank you for the support
Great to hear mate. I only attend home games these days & really look forward to & appreciate your efforts on the match thread.
My only change to your team FA is, I cannot see (unfortunately) Cullen starting, so as I think Reeves will also be on the bench, I would put Lapslie on instead to start.
Concerning this match, after receiving sarcastic, rude remarks about another article I posted a couple of days ago that I thought some people would find as interesting as I did, I realised, at my age, I do not need this, so have decided not to continue doing the matchday commentary or post any other articles. Sorry for those that rely on it and thanks to all the "likes" I have received in the past. I am sure there will be someone more than capable to do this from now on.
Ross1, you have filled the mighty Red Midland’s shoes with aplomb - keep going, my son, and don’t let the bastards get you down!
Charlton Athletic v Accrington Stanley Saturday 19th January 2019 … 3pm Kick-Off Referee: John Busby
Introduction Well it’s not been a bad start to 2019 has it!!... It’s certainly a contrast to the end of 2018 which saw back to back defeats on the road and so leave the majority of Addicks fans thinking that the Play-Offs were our best option for promotion. This Saturday will see a return to the Valley after an impressive 3-0 win at Shrewsbury, for the first time in a while our home has become a fortress, and with just one defeat and one draw since October this is a place that teams wont like visiting – Accrington Stanley are next up to visit, lets hope that we can send them home to the Greater Manchester area with their tails between their legs, just like everyone else!!
The Opposition Name: Accrington Stanley | Manager: John Coleman Ground: Crown Ground
Of course there are no givens in Football and tomorrow will be no different… As mentioned in the match preview for this reverse fixture; Accrington are a side who know how to battle back from adversity…. Yes it’s a line you’d expect on something like the X-Factor yet when you support a side that are in their third existence, the fact they’ve been able to battle back and reach the heights they have done this season is no mean feat.
Naturally its nearly always the case that the size of a clubs budget will determine whether a side is competitive or not yet we all know that’s not always the case, determination and desire play just as big a part and for the first quarter of the season it looked as though Accrington would be the surprise package and so be challenging for the Play-Offs.
Unfortunately for the Stanley, a poor November has seen our opponents drop into mid-table… With still a while to go till the end of the season you’d hope that they wont drop into the relegation spots (especially when you take into account the way they’re ran), yet the loss of Goalkeeper: Connor Ripley, recalled by his parent club and then sold to Preston North End will hurt Accrington, their current inexperienced ‘keeper: Jonny Maxted will certainly need to be at his best to keep out one of the deadliest strike duo in England at present.
Charlton Team News The fact that Charlton have remained competitive throughout their injuries is a huge credit to Lee Bowyer and his backroom staff – So impressive it meant that Johnnie Jackson would be on the receiving end of some false rumours which saw him linked with the Luton job… Thankfully those were quashed by Bowyer after Shrewsbury and so we all move on together to continue the sole aim this season… Promotion!!
With the Addicks just three points off second they could find themselves in the automatic spots come 5:10pm tomorrow – They would of course need to overhaul a goal difference of ten goals, yet as we welcome back Josh Cullen and Ben Reeves from injury anything is possible, although both players may need to be consigned to the bench after layoffs, especially with Darren Pratley now returning to some kind of form in recent weeks
Phillips Solly | Bauer | Sarr | Purrington Cullen | Bielik | Pratley Williams Grant | Taylor
Prediction With form being better at the Valley than it is on the road you’d certainly hope that the hosts can record another three points… With our rivals playing big matches (Luton v Peterborough) this is a chance to close the gap even further; Accrington will enjoy tomorrow as playing at grounds like this will be a reward for their promotion efforts last season, don’t expect them to simply turn up and roll over though, they’ll want to record another famous win themselves!!
Charlton Athletic v Accrington Stanley Saturday 19th January 2019 … 3pm Kick-Off Referee: John Busby
Introduction Well it’s not been a bad start to 2019 has it!!... It’s certainly a contrast to the end of 2018 which saw back to back defeats on the road and so leave the majority of Addicks fans thinking that the Play-Offs were our best option for promotion. This Saturday will see a return to the Valley after an impressive 3-0 win at Shrewsbury, for the first time in a while our home has become a fortress, and with just one defeat and one draw since October this is a place that teams wont like visiting – Accrington Stanley are next up to visit, lets hope that we can send them home to the Greater Manchester area with their tails between their legs, just like everyone else!!
The Opposition Name: Accrington Stanley | Manager: John Coleman Ground: Crown Ground
Of course there are no givens in Football and tomorrow will be no different… As mentioned in the match preview for this reverse fixture; Accrington are a side who know how to battle back from adversity…. Yes it’s a line you’d expect on something like the X-Factor yet when you support a side that are in their third existence, the fact they’ve been able to battle back and reach the heights they have done this season is no mean feat.
Naturally its nearly always the case that the size of a clubs budget will determine whether a side is competitive or not yet we all know that’s not always the case, determination and desire play just as big a part and for the first quarter of the season it looked as though Accrington would be the surprise package and so be challenging for the Play-Offs.
Unfortunately for the Stanley, a poor November has seen our opponents drop into mid-table… With still a while to go till the end of the season you’d hope that they wont drop into the relegation spots (especially when you take into account the way they’re ran), yet the loss of Goalkeeper: Connor Ripley, recalled by his parent club and then sold to Preston North End will hurt Accrington, their current inexperienced ‘keeper: Jonny Maxted will certainly need to be at his best to keep out one of the deadliest strike duo in England at present.
Charlton Team News The fact that Charlton have remained competitive throughout their injuries is a huge credit to Lee Bowyer and his backroom staff – So impressive it meant that Johnnie Jackson would be on the receiving end of some false rumours which saw him linked with the Luton job… Thankfully those were quashed by Bowyer after Shrewsbury and so we all move on together to continue the sole aim this season… Promotion!!
With the Addicks just three points off second they could find themselves in the automatic spots come 5:10pm tomorrow – They would of course need to overhaul a goal difference of ten goals, yet as we welcome back Josh Cullen and Ben Reeves from injury anything is possible, although both players may need to be consigned to the bench after layoffs, especially with Darren Pratley now returning to some kind of form in recent weeks
Phillips Solly | Bauer | Sarr | Purrington Cullen | Bielik | Pratley Williams Grant | Taylor
Prediction With form being better at the Valley than it is on the road you’d certainly hope that the hosts can record another three points… With our rivals playing big matches (Luton v Peterborough) this is a chance to close the gap even further; Accrington will enjoy tomorrow as playing at grounds like this will be a reward for their promotion efforts last season, don’t expect them to simply turn up and roll over though, they’ll want to record another famous win themselves!!
Charlton Athletic v Accrington Stanley Saturday 19th January 2019 … 3pm Kick-Off Referee: John Busby
Introduction Well it’s not been a bad start to 2019 has it!!... It’s certainly a contrast to the end of 2018 which saw back to back defeats on the road and so leave the majority of Addicks fans thinking that the Play-Offs were our best option for promotion. This Saturday will see a return to the Valley after an impressive 3-0 win at Shrewsbury, for the first time in a while our home has become a fortress, and with just one defeat and one draw since October this is a place that teams wont like visiting – Accrington Stanley are next up to visit, lets hope that we can send them home to the Greater Manchester area with their tails between their legs, just like everyone else!!
The Opposition Name: Accrington Stanley | Manager: John Coleman Ground: Crown Ground
Of course there are no givens in Football and tomorrow will be no different… As mentioned in the match preview for this reverse fixture; Accrington are a side who know how to battle back from adversity…. Yes it’s a line you’d expect on something like the X-Factor yet when you support a side that are in their third existence, the fact they’ve been able to battle back and reach the heights they have done this season is no mean feat.
Naturally its nearly always the case that the size of a clubs budget will determine whether a side is competitive or not yet we all know that’s not always the case, determination and desire play just as big a part and for the first quarter of the season it looked as though Accrington would be the surprise package and so be challenging for the Play-Offs.
Unfortunately for the Stanley, a poor November has seen our opponents drop into mid-table… With still a while to go till the end of the season you’d hope that they wont drop into the relegation spots (especially when you take into account the way they’re ran), yet the loss of Goalkeeper: Connor Ripley, recalled by his parent club and then sold to Preston North End will hurt Accrington, their current inexperienced ‘keeper: Jonny Maxted will certainly need to be at his best to keep out one of the deadliest strike duo in England at present.
Charlton Team News The fact that Charlton have remained competitive throughout their injuries is a huge credit to Lee Bowyer and his backroom staff – So impressive it meant that Johnnie Jackson would be on the receiving end of some false rumours which saw him linked with the Luton job… Thankfully those were quashed by Bowyer after Shrewsbury and so we all move on together to continue the sole aim this season… Promotion!!
With the Addicks just three points off second they could find themselves in the automatic spots come 5:10pm tomorrow – They would of course need to overhaul a goal difference of ten goals, yet as we welcome back Josh Cullen and Ben Reeves from injury anything is possible, although both players may need to be consigned to the bench after layoffs, especially with Darren Pratley now returning to some kind of form in recent weeks
Phillips Solly | Bauer | Sarr | Purrington Cullen | Bielik | Pratley Williams Grant | Taylor
Prediction With form being better at the Valley than it is on the road you’d certainly hope that the hosts can record another three points… With our rivals playing big matches (Luton v Peterborough) this is a chance to close the gap even further; Accrington will enjoy tomorrow as playing at grounds like this will be a reward for their promotion efforts last season, don’t expect them to simply turn up and roll over though, they’ll want to record another famous win themselves!!
No Clarke?
I reckon Cullen will start on the bench given he has been out a while.
At home where we ought to be on the front foot, it might be worth giving Fosu another chance to find his form. It could be a big factor as the season progresses.
My only change to your team FA is, I cannot see (unfortunately) Cullen starting, so as I think Reeves will also be on the bench, I would put Lapslie on instead to start.
Concerning this match, after receiving sarcastic, rude remarks about another article I posted a couple of days ago that I thought some people would find as interesting as I did, I realised, at my age, I do not need this, so have decided not to continue doing the matchday commentary or post any other articles. Sorry for those that rely on it and thanks to all the "likes" I have received in the past. I am sure there will be someone more than capable to do this from now on.
Didn't see anything that happened. Sorry to hear that Ross. Really enjoyed your commentary. Ease don't let the idiot's get to you.
Concerning this match, after receiving sarcastic, rude remarks about another article I posted a couple of days ago that I thought some people would find as interesting as I did, I realised, at my age, I do not need this, so have decided not to continue doing the matchday commentary or post any other articles. Sorry for those that rely on it and thanks to all the "likes" I have received in the past. I am sure there will be someone more than capable to do this from now on.
Whatttttt, is this based on the thread for U17s where are they now?
PS- just checked if its just @golfaddick dont worry he is the resident grump take it with a pinch of salt. Article was interesting but a bit soon for a where are they now, but he could have presented differently...
Ross i love your commentary and also all the little bits you add to this site, information from twitter and updates. Don't let one thread dictate what you would normally do, i am pretty sure there are alot more who value your input on here especially on the matchday thread.
Blimey......some people are sensitive. My bad. Apologies all round to all those who are now going to miss Ross's match thread input.
We need to spank a couple of teams to gain some goal difference back on the others. That could hurt come the end of the season. This looks like on of the tightest promotion races for a few years. Addicks 5-1 Taylor, grant double, Bauer & Bielik pile driver
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Whenever I cannot attend a game the first thing I do is follow the match thread.
Without this I would have to put up with sky sports talking mainly bollox about some premier league game which I couldn't give a shit about.
Bloody hell. That's not League one at all.
Someone tell Grant!
I like him coming on as sub. Adds a threat, and can defend too.
Don’t let anyone get you down.
Concerning this match, after receiving sarcastic, rude remarks about another article I posted a couple of days ago that I thought some people would find as interesting as I did, I realised, at my age, I do not need this, so have decided not to continue doing the matchday commentary or post any other articles. Sorry for those that rely on it and thanks to all the "likes" I have received in the past. I am sure there will be someone more than capable to do this from now on.
Whatttttt, is this based on the thread for U17s where are they now?
PS- just checked if its just @golfaddick dont worry he is the resident grump take it with a pinch of salt. Article was interesting but a bit soon for a where are they now, but he could have presented differently...
Ross i love your commentary and also all the little bits you add to this site, information from twitter and updates. Don't let one thread dictate what you would normally do, i am pretty sure there are alot more who value your input on here especially on the matchday thread.
Blimey......some people are sensitive. My bad. Apologies all round to all those who are now going to miss Ross's match thread input.
Predicting a relatively comfy 2-0 lead with a late Accrington goal to get the nerves jangling. But we hang on and get three points.
That could hurt come the end of the season.
This looks like on of the tightest promotion races for a few years. Addicks 5-1 Taylor, grant double, Bauer & Bielik pile driver
Though I fear a frustrating afternoon and a tougher game many anticipate.
I’m reminding myself what a wise man once told me “never bet on f***ing Charlton”