Cray Valley replay - TONIGHT 7:45pm - important info for away fans p30

shirty5 said:

golfaddick said:

shirty5 said:

https://www.charltonafc.com/news/cray-valley-pm-replay-live-bbc-two

Charlton's Emirates FA Cup first round replay against Cray Valley PM will be shown live on BBC Two.

As a result, the fixture will now take place at the Millers' Artic Stadium on Wednesday, November 15th (KO 7.45pm GMT), with both clubs receiving a live broadcast fee.

Ticket details for the tie will be announced in due course.

We shouldn't take any. I believe that we are "allowed" 15%  (150?) and if so the "points" system will still mean loads of people in Phase 1 wont even get close to getting one. 

Stupid decision imo. 

For the ones that do get tickets, good luck to them. 

For everyone else if you so wish it’s there to watch on the beeb 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001sw45

So that’s another 25 grand each for both clubs in tv revenue 

Bigfatpete said:

guinnessaddick said:

Bigfatpete said:

I’m in Dusseldorf next week, any ideas how I can view the match out there? Don’t think I player will work out there? Thanks

It will with a vpn.

Nice one, I will look into that 

thai malaysia addick said:

I asked ChatGPT: What's the best way to gain entry to Cray Valley Paper Mills versus Charlton in the FA Cup. Make the reply funny and mention allotments.

This is the reply: Ah, gaining entry to Cray Valley Paper Mills versus Charlton in the FA Cup? Well, you might have better luck trying to sneak into Buckingham Palace dressed as a cucumber or convincing a herd of squirrels to vouch for your football skills!

To infiltrate Cray Valley Paper Mills, first, you'll need to don a disguise that screams "I belong here!" Think grass-stained overalls, a straw hat, and a watering can. Then, blend in with the locals by discussing the most riveting topics in town: allotments! Swap tips on growing prize-winning turnips and the secret to perfect compost while subtly inching your way towards the stadium.

Now, for Charlton, you'll need a different approach. Charlton fans are known for their dedication, so why not masquerade as a giant foam finger? Complete with a Charlton jersey, you'll look just like one of the die-hard supporters. But beware of their "booing cabbage impostors" chant – it's a real crowd-pleaser.

Alternatively, you could try your luck at both stadiums simultaneously by hitching a ride on a flying allotment-grown pumpkin. Just remember to pack some cucumber sandwiches for the journey, and you'll be the talk of the FA Cup for years to come! 🎃🥒⚽

SporadicAddick said:

usetobunkin said:

Crazy decision!!!, should have been at Welling/Dartford/Hamlet,

Why don't you bunk in?

thai malaysia addick said:

Karim_myBagheri said:

How many names has this ground got?! Middle park, Badgers, Artic. 
Wonder which one the Express will use in their headline "Battle of..." 

Take your pick for the headline:

Charlton stuck in the middle
Bodgers at Badgers
Charlton freeze at the Artic

CAFCTrev said:

Surely you have more chance getting a ticket in the home ends? They probably have like 60-70 season ticket holders, after that wont it go on general sale? How many levels of priority can you make for a club like that. 

golfaddick said:

CAFCTrev said:

Surely you have more chance getting a ticket in the home ends? They probably have like 60-70 season ticket holders, after that wont it go on general sale? How many levels of priority can you make for a club like that. 

And there we have it.........

Bigfatpete said:

I’m in Dusseldorf next week, any ideas how I can view the match out there? Don’t think I player will work out there? Thanks

thai malaysia addick said:

Karim_myBagheri said:

How many names has this ground got?! Middle park, Badgers, Artic. 
Wonder which one the Express will use in their headline "Battle of..." 

Take your pick for the headline:

Charlton stuck in the middle
Bodgers at Badgers
Charlton freeze at the Artic

clb74 said:

golfaddick said:

Blucher said:

Next Wednesday is another opportunity - in fact a bigger one at peak viewing time - to make complete tits of ourselves on national TV. That being so, I'd put out a full strength side and try and put this tie to bed. There wasn't a single bad tackle on Sunday or in the two televised non-league games and injuries can (and do) happen at any time. As for fatigue, we haven't even got a game the following weekend.

I think it's absolutely right that the replay is at Cray Valley's ground - they've more than earned the right and, as others have said, we've brought this upon ourselves. If there are problems with the lack of segregation, Charlton could waive their right to some of their 15% entitlement (a maximum of 150).

I wholeheartedly agree.

I will say this again just to be clear. I couldn't give a flying fuck where the game is played, my only concern is that there is no trouble or any issues around crowd safety. I have never been to their ground but looking at the photos posted on here there doesn't seem to be much in the way of infrastructure. For some people saying should we have switched the BC game back in 1994 or that Leeds should have complained about playing in a 3000 capacity stadium some years back are just being antagonistic or spoiling for a fight.

I know I get pelters on here & most of the time I don't care and its water off a ducks back, but in this case I just think its madness that a tie which attracted 6700 people last weekend is now only going to be able to accommodate 1000 - without segregation and with minimal facilities. But then again, why should the "customers" be considered in all this. As long as the clubs get their fees who cares. Far cry from a Peter Varney cry of "get down & support your team......."

But as I said, I really dont care. I'll probably stay at home & watch it on TV (like I did Sunday)....I just hope that Thursday morning we are talking about what happened on the pitch & not off it.  

If something does happen at the game you're name will be top of the police investigation.
You're be lucky to see another football match again.
Someone of your age talking about breaking in without a ticket.
You should know better.
And then inciting thousands of others to do the same, you could be looking at a custodial sentence.

valleynick66 said:

thai malaysia addick said:

Karim_myBagheri said:

How many names has this ground got?! Middle park, Badgers, Artic. 
Wonder which one the Express will use in their headline "Battle of..." 

Take your pick for the headline:

Charlton stuck in the middle
Bodgers at Badgers
Charlton freeze at the Artic

In a game of fine margins Charlton fold at the Paper Mill?

Dansk_Red said:

They are due to play a cup game tomorrow night and a league game on Saturday, on that pitch with the weather forecast i wonder if any of these games get called off.