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    Presumably the stated objective remains to gain promotion to the Premier League? As @duke63says, given Burnley's recent struggles, it's a pretty daunting prospect!

    By Christmas I envisage new Sporting Director Ben Knapper to have assessed state of play at NCFC and act accordingly. Whether he decides to stick or twist, a lot depends on which potential replacement Head Coaches are available, and when. Either way, I welcome a calm, measured, considered approach from someone who appears to represent a modern thinker in the game...

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    Ipswich are currently in an automatic promotion slot for the Premier League & understandably high on confidence & belief. However, shipping 3 goals against Blackburn shows their vulnerability. The Championship table shows Ipswich are 61.5% better than Norwich at earning valuable league points. That's scary...

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    On 28/07/2023 at 09:08, Danke bitte said:

    People say they don’t like the appointment, but don’t outline why. 

    I’ll tell you why I don’t like TNC, they feel like a couple of public school boys aping what they think it is to be a modern media archetype and go down to the “footer with the lads”. Perhaps they could go live in a big city for a few years and come back with more street smarts which might dilute their underlying conservatism. 

    They also have a tendency to appear very cringeworthy and patronising at times. They don’t feel like the “Everyman” approach to reporting like Bailey and Hodge on Nodge to reference a modern fan pundit. 

    There’s a certain aloofness to them which creates a barrier between being able to relate and like them. And that’s my two penneth for what it’s worth.

     

    Thankfully the perceived barrier you describe is a 'you thing' - not a 'general/applies to everyone thing'. It's your opinion, your feelings & that's perfectly fine. Knowing both Jack & Chris personally, my views are somewhat different to yours. There's good reason the likes of Jake Humphrey & Simon Thomas have freely mentored them - and even more reason Chris Goreham, Rob Butler & the BBC are comfortable to give Chris a regular radio broadcast opportunity. I haven't listened to the Scrimmage before, however I intend to now...

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    At the point of writing, I think Jack calls it right. Thing is, a lot can change for the better before September & should that happen, I dare say Jack will adjust his thoughts accordingly. I didn't agree with him calling for Farke to be sacked, however I consider him to be an astute, considerate guy - as is Chris Reeve. 

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    I don't think Sargent or Idah are anything special; they fluff so many chances it's often painful to watch. Maybe it's a lack of confidence come match day; if they were that poor in training they'd never be pro footballers, so I live in hope they find their shooting boots sooner than later. Meanwhile, we really do need a sharp 19-26 year old goalscorer to lead the line who plays without fear. As @BroadstairsR mentioned, with inevitable injuries they'll all be required over the season...

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    2 minutes ago, Terminally Yellow said:

    Yes which is what I said.

    He didn't say it would happen. He didn't say anything was imminent. He didn't say there would be "signings". 

    I know I trot this saying out alot but - it's not rocket science. 

    You're playing with words! Whilst it wasn't a firm promise, SW is literally quoted that he was 'super-confident' (of a second signing within a week). Given it didn't happen, perhaps there's been a glitch.

    Btw: Why do you reference 'it's not rocket science' as if to indicate others should interpret things in the same way as you? Sounds condescending.

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    4 minutes ago, Terminally Yellow said:

    That's because he didn't say that.

    Pretty sure he said that in one of his interviews. Either way, EDP reported 20th May (10 days ago): "We've already started with Ashley Barnes," Webber said. "I'm super confident in the next week we'll be announcing our second new signing." https://www.edp24.co.uk/sport/23536313.norwich-city-transfer-news-canaries-announce-new-signing-next-week/

    Either way, he's behind on that...

     

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    Tyrone Mings is a first connection in my LinkedIn network; the next 'Tyrone Mings Academy' event is a charity golf day at The Belfry on Monday 29th May. They plan to buddy each team of 3 with a celeb / well-known person.

     I wonder if he plays golf with the same mentality he brings to football? 🙂

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