tomcufc
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Post by tomcufc on Oct 11, 2021 9:25:28 GMT
This coming from the man who thought Project Big Picture was a great idea. Slimy fucker, wouldn't trust him if he said the sky was blue.
Keep boycotting.
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Post by joeaustin on Oct 11, 2021 10:07:27 GMT
The fact it keeps getting discussed is an indication that it’s not out of mind…
The 2k against Spurs children will have blood on their hands when it happens.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 11, 2021 10:31:32 GMT
The fact it keeps getting discussed is an indication that it’s not out of mind… The 2k against Spurs children will have blood on their hands when it happens. Slightly hyperbolic? I've just listened to the UTAS podcast discussion on this and it has some interesting points on the subject. |
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Andrewlang
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Post by Andrewlang on Oct 11, 2021 11:10:28 GMT
It's all pretty non-negotiable for me - I will never watch Cambridge in a competition involving B-Teams.
Glad to see Parry say it won't happen, but as he says himself both Dyke and Clarke tried it previously so even assuming Parry is genuine, even assuming he can't be pressured, or bribed, or otherwise corrupted it seems pretty obvious it's likely to have support again in the future.
The comments change nothing for me.
Andrew
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Post by treadmore on Oct 11, 2021 11:21:54 GMT
Just had a listen to the UTAS pod with Ian Mather and although he kept asserting that the U21 teams are not a stalking horse for Prem B teams in the league he never actually stated why he thought that or what that assertion is based on. Just kept listing all the advantages for Utd of the pizza trophy.
Not having a go at him by any means as he's clearly a decent bloke doing a great job in extremely difficult circumstances. Just didn't find any of it particularly reassuring...
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Post by huddsmoose on Oct 11, 2021 12:38:11 GMT
I agree with Ian's point that the way in which Premier League teams are most likely to leverage B Teams in the EFL is by throwing cash at lower League clubs, but I thought he was a bit naive to suggest the EFL Trophy isn't a stalking horse.
If nothing else, the precedent that has been set can be used as a way of justifying it to fans/other clubs in future.
I'll continue to boycott. To make the point re: B teams in the EFL, but also because I have no interest in us competing in a competition with B teams. It belittles our club.
Anyway, thanks to Julian Roberts and Ian Mather for giving up the time to discuss the issue and to do so eloquently.
Worth listening to the UTAS pod regularly by the way - always good content.
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danielcufc
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Post by danielcufc on Oct 26, 2021 21:19:14 GMT
Fire up the open top bus
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Post by hoolaohanrahanrahan on Oct 27, 2021 8:52:25 GMT
The fact it keeps getting discussed is an indication that it’s not out of mind… The 2k against Spurs children will have blood on their hands when it happens. Slightly hyperbolic? I've just listened to the UTAS podcast discussion on this and it has some interesting points on the subject. Pretty disgraceful from the chap who was interviewed, especially if he's one of the decision makers. Refused to acknowledge the facts of the matter, and seemed keen on us being smashed up the arse by B-teams. Absolute joker. |
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Post by smartspud on Oct 27, 2021 21:54:41 GMT
Like Andrew I will never watch the U's again (after 50 years) if B teams enter the Football League. End of!
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Post by hersey on Oct 28, 2021 22:17:47 GMT
not just you and Andrew.
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Post by barry on Oct 29, 2021 8:25:46 GMT
Not just you, Andrew and Hersey
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Post by Tom Shaw's Fist of Rage on Nov 29, 2021 17:24:25 GMT
Given we are seemingly letting Corr manage these games, how long before the EFL fine us for using an inexperienced manager like they would if we dared use an inexperienced squad.
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Post by imp566 on Nov 29, 2021 18:06:14 GMT
Given we are seemingly letting Corr manage these games, how long before the EFL fine us for using an inexperienced manager like they would if we dared use an inexperienced squad. I would say the way we approach these games is very effective if you are basing it on results! |
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Post by squeeze. on Nov 29, 2021 18:06:31 GMT
Who cares. Never actively want us to lose, so a brave defeat on penalties tomorrow would be good.
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Andrewlang
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Post by Andrewlang on Nov 29, 2021 18:13:19 GMT
Corr seems like a pretty relaxed speaker. A few of those questions pretty much answer themselves - "were you always pretty confident that the lads you've got would be able to do the business?" - but he answers them all genuinely and earnestly with a half smile on his face that suggests he's a man enjoying life.
Andrew
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