***Foxes vs Canaries semi official match thread***

[The Real Buh 3,765]

Just now, Ken Hairy said:

When Smith gets the boot in October, and he will. He will go down as the worst manager in our history. 

I don’t know why we aren’t just pulling the plug now before we inevitably have to bring someone in to pick up the pieces.

[Ken Hairy 4,272]

Just now, The Real Buh said:

I don’t know why we aren’t just pulling the plug now before we inevitably have to bring someone in to pick up the pieces.

Agreed. What I really want to know though is did he have a mug of tea on the go tonight? 

[TheGunnShow 7,377]

2 minutes ago, Ken Hairy said:

When Smith gets the boot in October, and he will. He will go down as the worst manager in our history. 

Even worse than Bryan Gunn?

[Jambomo 215]

2 minutes ago, canarydan23 said:

The only people left who still think sacking Farke and replacing him with Smith are the ones who made a song and a dance about what a great move it was and are struggling to admit they're wrong.

We all know it was ****ing stupid now. Some of us knew it at the time.

It wasn’t stupid to sack Farke. He was terrible in the PL and there was nothing to suggest that he could change it. It was completely the correct decision.

It remains to be seen whether Smith was the right appointment and I think we’ll see that either way in the Championship. The two things aren’t linked together. 

[The Real Buh 3,765]

Just now, Ken Hairy said:

Agreed. What I really want to know though is did he have a mug of tea on the go tonight? 

Of course he did!

 

“Get that kettle on shakey, we’ll all have a brew on the coach and pretend none of this happened”

[Herman 11,136]

Paddy Davitt here with the easiest game of Where's Wally.

 

[Ken Hairy 4,272]

Just now, TheGunnShow said:

Even worse than Bryan Gunn?

Yep, statistics will prove that too. Gunn won 4-0 v Barnsley instantly makes him better 😁

[Branston Pickle 4,150]

1 minute ago, Jambomo said:

It wasn’t stupid to sack Farke. He was terrible in the PL and there was nothing to suggest that he could change it. It was completely the correct decision.

It remains to be seen whether Smith was the right appointment and I think we’ll see that either way in the Championship. The two things aren’t linked together. 

How dare you post something sensible, that’s simply not allowed. 

[Capt. Pants 5,008]

7 minutes ago, Jambomo said:

Isn’t this what Norwich fans have been crying out for for weeks? Apart from Gilmour none of the loan players started, brought on young players in Springett and then Rowe. Sorenson, Rupp, Giannoulis all got some time.

This is what you all wanted, why aren’t you happy? 

 

 

Because no matter who he picks, what substitutions he makes we play rubbish and lose. I see no improvement whatsoever and I certainly don't see a team getting promoted.

[Terminally Yellow 2,614]

3 minutes ago, canarydan23 said:

The only people left who still think sacking Farke and replacing him with Smith was sensible are the ones who made a song and a dance about what a great move it was and are struggling to admit they're wrong.

We all know it was ****ing stupid now. Some of us knew it at the time.

I've come to the conclusion that whoever our manager is, the problems lie far deeper. Would we be in this situation under Farke? I think so. To suggest otherwise ignores fairly substantial evidence otherwise. 

[daly 551]

7 minutes ago, Ken Hairy said:

List of players I'd like us to keep next season. 

Pukki

Rowe 

Springett

Hanley 

Byram

 

 

I thank you..... 

We can’t win with 11 let alone 5

[Terminally Yellow 2,614]

Just now, Capt. Pants said:

Because no matter who he picks, what substitutions he makes we play rubbish and lose. I see no improvement whatsoever and I certainly don't see a team getting promoted.

We said the same last time we were relegated. 

[Cowboy 240]

Last time around there was still a bit of magic there with DF, this time I can't see anything there that suggests promotion next season.

[keelansgrandad 6,680]

First half gave me some belief we can compete well in the EFl. A spawny opener although we were under the cosh and we fall apart.

Obviously Rogers said something at half time that improved Leicester. What did Smith say? What is it that we cave in when we lose a goal?

It doesn't really matter who was siht in midfield or dodgy at the back, conceding goals is a collective responsibility.

Those who believe in the mantra must surely realise there is a fundamental problem with the club. Whether it is recruitment, coaching or inspiration, from the Board, through the Sporting Director to the Coach and players, we are doing something wrong and unpopular. And when our luck runs out I wonder where we turn to.

[Van wink 2,994]

7 minutes ago, canarydan23 said:

The only people left who still think sacking Farke and replacing him with Smith was sensible are the ones who made a song and a dance about what a great move it was and are struggling to admit they're wrong.

We all know it was ****ing stupid now. Some of us knew it at the time.

 

9 minutes ago, Capt. Pants said:

You look at the body language of Smith and Shaky and they look clueless. What a horrendous appointment. Just our luck fcuking Villa kick him out right when we have a vacancy.

The only reason we appointed him, totally clueless decision I’m afraid.

[raunds canary 238]

On a positive note Jordan hugill will soon be back 

[canarydan23 4,762]

2 minutes ago, Terminally Yellow said:

I've come to the conclusion that whoever our manager is, the problems lie far deeper. Would we be in this situation under Farke? I think so. To suggest otherwise ignores fairly substantial evidence otherwise. 

I've said I thought we'd still have gone down. But like this?

No way.

This has been utterly dreadful.

West Ham no wins in 5. Leicester no wins in 7.

We're abject. Utterly atrocious.

[Mengo 852]

2 minutes ago, Terminally Yellow said:

I've come to the conclusion that whoever our manager is, the problems lie far deeper. Would we be in this situation under Farke? I think so. To suggest otherwise ignores fairly substantial evidence otherwise. 

Of course you are correct in saying this. It lies far deeper. There is at the very least one guy ultimately  responsible for this train crash, ON and OFF the pitch

 

[ricardo 8,034]

In years to come when people review the long pantheon of Norwich City managers, Farke will feature highly. Dean Smith probably won't. 

[cambridgeshire canary 7,798]

Saddest part is I can't find the enerrgy to care

[raunds canary 238]

Just now, cambridgeshire canary said:

Saddest part is I can't find the enerrgy to care

No but you will probably find the energy to start about 20 threads in the next day 😀😀

[ricardo 8,034]

Just now, cambridgeshire canary said:

Saddest part is I can't find the enerrgy to care

After nearly 70 years of this I'm  beginning to flag a bit myself.

[The Bristol Nest 597]

Just now, Branston Pickle said:

How dare you post something sensible, that’s simply not allowed. 

I understand that it sounds like a sensible response. However Farke was exceptional in the championship. Neither Smith nor Daniel have done anything in the Premier league.  What has Dean achieved in the lower league compared to Farke? It indicates that we have regressed imo.

[Terminally Yellow 2,614]

3 minutes ago, ricardo said:

In years to come when people review the long pantheon of Norwich City managers, Farke will feature highly. Dean Smith probably won't. 

That's harsh. If Dean Smith goes on to lead us to promotion next season and then keeps us in the Premier League, he'll be remembered more fondly than Farke. 

[keelansgrandad 6,680]

I was hoping we were playing Saturday because I'm off to the Rugby but I see its on Sunday so it is likely to be more anguish. Wolves have lost four of their last five so along come us.

[Worthy Nigelton 1,301]

Farke's last 5 games = 5 points and sacked.

Smith's last 5 games = 0 points and safe.

It is not ridiculous to suggest DF would have made a better fist of it than this.

[Yellow Wal 315]

Two things to consider.

Do you still think Kenny is the worst midfielder at the club?

If you want Smith sacked what do you think any manager would do with this squad of players? (which he is not responsible for assembling)

[TheGunnShow 7,377]

5 minutes ago, keelansgrandad said:

First half gave me some belief we can compete well in the EFl. A spawny opener although we were under the cosh and we fall apart.

Obviously Rogers said something at half time that improved Leicester. What did Smith say? What is it that we cave in when we lose a goal?

It doesn't really matter who was siht in midfield or dodgy at the back, conceding goals is a collective responsibility.

Those who believe in the mantra must surely realise there is a fundamental problem with the club. Whether it is recruitment, coaching or inspiration, from the Board, through the Sporting Director to the Coach and players, we are doing something wrong and unpopular. And when our luck runs out I wonder where we turn to.

Regarding the bit in bold, that - at least for me - is a classic sign that the team's confidence is shot. The longer such a team can stay in a game, the more belief they get... but then such a set-back hits them disproportionately hard.

 

[raunds canary 238]

1 minute ago, ricardo said:

After nearly 70 years of this I'm  beginning to flag a bit myself.

I'm sure you will still be doing your excellent match reports for many years to come. Always a welcome addition mate 😊

[mannings bandy legs 439]

From all reports from people who work at Carrow Road,in all positions,be it stewarding,hospitality,bars,admin etc.,its a very unhappy workplace. People leaving constantly.Clubs a mess.