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26 is no age. Given the lack of details as to why, wouldn't be surprised if it is suicide which sucks

I think that they are one of the "gateway" bands so to speak for teenagers to listen to and done so for the last 20 years. Certainly later albums don't grasp me as much but definitely think that the Grohl effect gives them massive credence. When you take into account his hardcore early days, the years with Nirvana (themselves a big gateway) and the likes of Probot and his friendship with Lemmy; he definitely makes them a "likeable" mainstream band from the heavier end of the music spectrum. I got tickets but didn't notice anything about a golden circle. Think there has been some for the other shows at Villa Park but don't recall from the last time they announced (and cancelled due to Taylor's death).

Like with everything that an associate of the Tory party does, because it suits them. They have tarnished the reputation of everything and will take years, if not decades to recover from. By which time the Tories will have sorted themselves out again so if anyone else makes an error, they can justify taking power again.

Think this and Brexit to be honest. Suspect some isolation as well and thinking the worlds against them (exacerbated by nonsense of the DM).

I went over to the in laws for a drink last night and these 2 points were literally what they kept saying and how it was just as bad. Also that Labour have stopped the Tories from doing anything as they oppose everything and the immigrants come over and all claim benefits. It’s actually really frustrating as probably 5 years or so ago they were staunch labour supporters without question and would be infinitely better off not being under a Tory government. The damage that the Daily Mail (and other right wing papers) has done to this country is insurmountable.

Still on zero, but hoping for Trump to be remanded in custody today and for the CCTV to suddenly stop working.... need to get some points on the board!

I suspect the report is going to be more damning than anyone could predict. He will happily snipe from the side anyone and everyone and will still cause problems, but at least he is one step further away from power. Now the rest of them.

Going down m’lord, going down. Oh lord going down!

Just got Geezer Butler’s (Black Sabbath bassist) autobiography and started reading. in the first chapter there’s a bit about Villa including the following extract which made me chuckle There are more Villa tales (including watching the 57 fa cup final and sneaking into the ground when he couldn’t afford a ticket) but glad to see he couldn’t help himself.

I’m sure I read a few years back they had already cashed in on the sell on fee due to financial struggle? I might try and find out as it would by funny as hell if they had!

Really? After he got most clean sheets in the league? Granted it’s not down to just him, but he does have to sometime contend with Maguire being in front of him. https://www.premierleague.com/stats/top/players/clean_sheet If De Gea does go then they will to replace but if they are looking at Kane then there is zero chance they could afford both.

I think that’s the issue as to whether he will be or not. A section is already against him which doesn’t help; irrespective of whether he is actually good or not expectations will likely be for him to hit the ground running and pushing top 4. I agree though, if Kane and others are sold then the expectations of the fans will be lower and yeah he will probably do better. The Scottish league is definitely an odd one and it doesn’t mean very much if you won anything with Celtic/Rangers; but it’s doesn’t mean you are a good or bad manager; just that it is was it is.

Slight misunderstanding. Only 2 teams formally confirmed; wasn't fully sure on the Italy position but see that is now Juventus has got the Italy spot confirmed. Updated table FYI: My understanding is only the 3rd round is left to play before the draw so not necessarily all of the teams can/will qualify. Schedule for 2023–24 UEFA Europa Conference League Phase Round Draw date First leg Second leg Qualifying First qualifying round 20 June 2023 13 July 2023 20 July 2023 Second qualifying round 21 June 2023 27 July 2023 3 August 2023 Third qualifying round 24 July 2023 10 August 2023 17 August 2023 Play-offs Play-off round 7 August 2023 24 August 2023 31 August 2023 Group stage Matchday 1 1 September 2023 21 September 2023 Matchday 2 5 October 2023 Matchday 3 26 October 2023 Matchday 4 9 November 2023 Matchday 5 30 November 2023 Matchday 6 14 December 2023 Knockout phase Knockout round play-offs 18 December 2023 15 February 2024 22 February 2024 Round of 16 23 February 2024 7 March 2024 14 March 2024 Quarter-finals 15 March 2024 11 April 2024 18 April 2024 Semi-finals 2 May 2024 9 May 2024 Final 29 May 2024 at TBA So all those that are in the 2nd round or before could be knocked out still (7 of the confirmed teams ahead of us plus possibly 2 more). The point is that there is a lot that can happen between now and then and we only need one or 2 things to go our way anyway. With Emery in charge I'm not worried whoever we face.

Updated rankings for conference league (and Europa league). Whilst a lot of teams now confirmed, still a lot of asterisks floating around. There are only technically 2 teams that are definitely qualifying for the play off round that are ahead of us. A lot can change and we only need 1 team to fall to move to the seeded side. To be honest, whilst the stats/tables are fun, even if we do end up unseeded I am not too worried. We need to beat the best anyway if we want to win the cup anyway so it doesn’t matter too much when. I am also confident with Emery we will be massively prepared for whoever we face. Also, if we are unseeded we can’t face Rapid Wein

But this issue is with accountability of those in charge of making decisions for the benefit of the country. I accept that the situation is highly testing and mistakes are likely to be made; the language would be perhaps a little looser than normal due to the format; but it is about understanding the decision making process. It also completely ignores that these messages are to go the inquiry and then the inquiry makes the decision as to wider disclosure. I am pretty sure them slagging off Hancock behind his back, whilst amusing, isn't going to add anything particular. They are trying to not disclose to the inquiry itself. That is showing a lack of accountability and respect for the country itself. Sometimes, you need to show your working. It is something that has massively eroded over the last 10 or so years in particular. Ministers who were caught out lying or doing something wrong almost without question resigned. The government now doesn't do anything because how can we hold them to account? Every 5 years, that's it. They will lose the legal battle, they will still need to disclose the documents. We won't see everything; nor should we, but we have a right to know whether they wanted to "let the bodies pile up." We have a right to know what the channels of communication were with the covid supply lines. Should the government use an alternative to WhatsApp? Quite possibly, but irrespective they should still be accountable. *Also, on your own issue, I am not entirely convinced you would have necessarily been required to disclose WhatsApp messages on a private device. With personal data it is still subject to GDPR so you should have some protection under that umbrella but obviously don't know the full picture/position.

I’m still going but definitely noticed a lack of energy in getting to them. So far this year I've been Dream Theater, Lamb of God, Napalm Death, Devin Townsend, Møl (plus various support acts etc.) but seen them all before. Got Carcass/Unto Others/Conjurer next week which will be good and then Maiden & Spiritbox in July. Its odd, gigs are either missing Birmingham/Wolverhampton and can't be bothered to travel much further.

Have to say I am a little surprised by this. When he came in I was somewhat pessimistic but I think it is clear what he has brought over the last 2 years. With Europe next season, the squad will need to be bigger and it is clear we would be looking at another Right Back for competition/improvement over Cash. However I did think that Young with his versatility and experience would be good to have around the squad, even if he was not playing many games. However it seems pretty clear the club knows what they want/have in store for the future. Emery will have a clear mind as to what he needs or doesn't need.

I dunno, I hear your quite good at blowing your own trumpet

She must have some exceptionally juicy dirt on him.

Suspect we will get the answer today/tomorrow as they don’t announce the final day games until they know what is riding on them. Given a lot has been sorted there’s a good chance we will be but I suspect that the 3 relegation threatened teams are quite likely too.

They did, one got 8 years and the other 10 years from memory. Basically the mums of the 2 kids at the forefront of it all…

I always thought their last permanent manager was better anyway…

The fact that it has taken them 15 years and only now they look inevitable that they are going to win a Champions League says to me that actually they are not as good as they think they are. Given they are also just dull and massive cheats just sours it even more. Can't remember watching a Champions League game in a very long time. Don't really have that much of an interest in it unless Villa would be playing (2024/5 here we come ).

To be fair, if that’s the case then surely it’s in the right thread?

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