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Connor Gallagher with his shit 90s hairstyle. 

Ollie, when we needed it most. 

Chelsea proviing convincingly that possession for possession sake means nothing in this game. Aside from the header that shaved the post, they have flattered to deceive. 

Thought I would have a bit of Breaking Bad for my pre - match entertainment. 

Hank, "You ever smoke anything else, Wendy, sausages don't count?" The little laugh by Hank until he realises he's supposed to be moralizing Walt Jr.

Without doubt, up there with the very best.

4 hours ago, sidcow said:

You need to go to Tilt in City Arcade, Union Street.  Craft Ales and classic pinball machines, dozens of them. 

Don't know about the number 16 thing. 

The ones where you had to get the ball in numbered holes. There were certain cafes that would pay you out if you managed to clock up so many games. The number 16 was the hardest number to land in because of it's position. If you got five numbers in a line you hit the jackpot. All them cafes, in the 70s, had them.

5 minutes ago, Genie said:

My best mate from infants to 6th form was a Greek Cypriot and they owned a chip shop. 

It was actually an awful chip shop. 

My favourite as a kid was "Bedders" on Coventry Rd, Bandit Country. My Nan took me as a kid. That was run by three generations of the same family for years. Only opened weekdays 11.30 till 2.00 pm and Friday night 5.30 till 7.30 (Catholic population, apparently). I kind of liked that tradition, and it still adhered too, but the family sold it a few years ago and it just doesn't have that same feel, sadly.

The fish and chips with mushy peas was delicious and they would do these diced onions pickled in vinegar, which, for some reason didn't taste like your usual pickled onions, much better tbf. It certainly had a decent reputation back in the day, but so did a lot of other things. 

What I would give to be able to play the old pinball machines where, in some cafes, you could get money for clocking up so many games. The trick was to get the number "16" with your first ball. Don't know how I got on to that subject. 

9 minutes ago, T-Dog said:

 TBF that's an amazing shout. Post swimming chips hit hard.

What would be your worst, post swim, food?

It was always chips when I was a kid. And nine times out of ten they were always run by Greek Cypriots. I used to go to a cafe opposite Stechford Baths, still remember the guy's name, Carlos. I can still hear him shouting as he gave us our bags of chips, "Salt and vinegar only! No sauce!" And Boy, did he mean it. It was a proper head doer really, because, who doesn't want tomato sauce on their chips?

Tight Bastard. 

5 minutes ago, Xela said:

They're lovely, but take the grease levels up to 11. 

Just the memory gives me greasy fingers.

4 minutes ago, T-Dog said:

How do you eat chips if you don't tear the end off? You can't just unroll it you monster! 

The civilised way would be to unwrap them methodically, but such was the hunger and impulsiveness, just tear off the end. Especially if you had been swimming, remember how hungry you were after swimming? Etiquette went out the window. 

3 minutes ago, Genie said:

We used to have a scallop bap at school lunch time from the local chippy, 50p.

Always the option when you couldn't afford chips.

Another thing I hated was opening your chips by ripping one of the ends of the wrapping off. Dirty hands and smudge chips. Oh! To be young again. 

Remember fish and chip shops when you were a bin - lid, and that thing they used sell and call "Scallop," but in fact, was nothing more than a big flat round battered chip?

36 minutes ago, Zhan_Zhuang said:

Indeed I mentioned this consistently last season when many thought Europe was unlikely; my opinion was Unai Emery wouldn't have been so negative.

And neither is he now, the mantra is to win every game and let's see what happens.

Here, Here!!

I think the Billam - Smith v Riakphore will be a juicy encounter, especially with the latter getting the decision the last time they met.  Although, I think BS has improved immensely since that loss, so I would just give him the edge but like I said, it's one definitely to look forward to. 

On 25/04/2024 at 10:16, Zhan_Zhuang said:

Good for you...

Whilst it's possible I'm happy to believe it is possible also, much the same a s the European run last season when people had that same defeatist attitude.

I admire your faith and belief, anything is possible, right! And imagine, Brother, that sweet satisfaction should that happen. So much so, that I would bathe in its residue, if that's ok with you. 

Need to administer some payback for that FA Cup trouncing. That should be motivation enough. As long as we're are focused from the off, I really don't see us having a problem. Come on me Babbys!

Even as a youngster playing in the YC and FA Cup he had a quiet assurance about his game. I'm sure being around a confident character like Emi would definitely have some knock  - on effect. 

On 09/04/2024 at 22:14, Brumstopdogs said:

 

I was just reading the comments made by the Exeter manager, Caldwell. Really extolling the virtues of Sinisalo, so refreshing to hear and certainly augurs well for his and our times ahead. 

Shogun, re - binge time already. 

47 minutes ago, mikeyp102 said:

He’s overrated yes, but must be in top 20 Dutch cbs

There's been some fantastic Dutch centre  - half's ever since the great Holland sides from the 70's. I wouldn't consider his inclusion a foregone conclusion. 

Just now, Rds1983 said:

Was thinking I've not posted in that thread for ages.

It's based on a true story so I'll pretend it's a documentary drama.

If a Mod wants to move it though please do.

I was being flippant. However, I have received a yellow card, believe it or not, for just posting in the wrong thread.

On 22/04/2024 at 06:44, Rds1983 said:

Watched the first episode of Baby Reindeer last night and seems good so far. 

Much better than 3 Body Problem which we gave up watching halfway through. 

Wrong thread, I believe. 

Watching Himalaya with Michael Palin. The episode where he meets the Mosuo people of China, he does come across as a slightly dirty old man, albeit, in a jocular kind of way.

You have to hand it to Crawford, picking Madrimov as his next opponent speaks volumes about his self - confidence. This is a harder fight than Spence imo. 

4 hours ago, Zatman said:

Funniest part is he has been one of the worst performers when ever I see Liverpool play. Strolling about with an arrogance like he he is Beckenbauer

He isn't even Rijkarrd, never mind Beckenbauer. He would struggle to get in the top 20 of best Dutch centre  - halves. 

1 hour ago, tinker said:

What about this season? 

I was just about to post that idea. If they continue to drop points then, you never know.