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Reply | The coldest/wettest you've ever been at a match
at 01:10 3 Jan 2025
Could have been stood next to you Connell. Was there with friend and it was brilliant night and then got home, watched on sportsnight with my dad. No phones then or Internet. He didn't know the result when watching.
The two scorers that night, how differently their lives went after...
Sinton and Sansom.
But the phrase, "the heavens opened"" comes to mind. [Post edited 3 Jan 1:12]
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Reply | One of the best signings we could make this window
at 19:18 2 Jan 2025
Cook being injured and 33, am not sure, but others will know, does his contract go beyond this season ??
If it doesn't I feel we will allow Cook to go, ie reputed to be on the most money here by a distance.
I wasn't one that was constantly knocking Madsen and Celar and again I do not know their contract lengths but if we could ship out either or both either on long term loans or sales, then I personally would hope we offer Dunne to be one of our highest earners. And if either or both could be miraculously moved on then money for wages would be available. Unfortunately, after half a season, both have clearly not been a success. Some clever deals and hopefully promotions from youth continue for the build up of our future squads.
He plays two positions at the back very well and is an excellent aerial presence in defending our own penalty area and is excellent at set pieces and corners, either flicking on or attempts on goal. Good at reading the game and has linked up with Smyth well on the right too. So he contributes in many different ways. He has QPR in his blood and he always puts everything out there.If, anything this recent period where he has completely excelled, and given the sad loss of his father at this time, that's says everything about the man.
If Cook is not to be part of our future, I would put Jimmy in as Captain also.
Leads by example and shows true commitment. A throwback to years gone by. Obviously since halcyon days of 70s and 80s, players weren't earning much and they played for the love of the game and also for the badge on their shirt. Dunne has shown what playing for QPR means to him. And this really should already be "DUNNE and DUSTED" !!! Sorry !!!
I think it could well be anyhow and whenever the next fans forum is, Nourry and co will unveil this as this is how their PR machine works.
If the club can't tie Jimmy down to a decent length contract on much improved terms, then for me not only would that be a huge mistake, but if we saw Jimmy elsewhere in the Championship, then that would for me mean the club are sending out a very poor image about what this club is about and also would represent a very poor message to future players here that we are just a club as a temporary home for all.
I know also from all I have seen that he appreciates his position and is very aware that he is in a profession that he is rewarded handsomely and I have seen clips with him, when the players visit hospitals, children's homes etc and is a great ambassador for the club.
He is clearly beyond playing, the type of guy this club should have in future years to promote our great club.
This for me is clearly by far the most important deal that needs to be struck this window.
But if he goes elsewhere in the championship, I feel this club will have missed out big time and would be a dreadful mistake !! [Post edited 2 Jan 19:21]
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Reply | Let's put this to bed...
at 18:59 1 Jan 2025
He's scored with a first time effort from 50 yards the other week, so that's a start then !!!! [Post edited 1 Jan 18:59]
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Reply | The Formation v Watford
at 18:56 1 Jan 2025
I think the success of Field Varane and Morgan has meant this slight change in formation.
Yep bringing Colback on also, was another added bonus also.
Even Jack couldn't get sent off, coming on in the 89th minute +!!!
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Reply | Let's put this to bed...
at 18:51 1 Jan 2025
Totally agree with this.
Very similar vibe to Mackie.
Has added quality to his endeavour now also. Picking the right cross, ball and a never ending amount of stamina.
Excellent today and after his unreal goal at Bristol City, it's brilliant to see. [Post edited 1 Jan 18:52]
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Thread | The Man Mountain that is Michael Frey
at 18:45 1 Jan 2025
Personally would have started Kolli up front from the start today but Michael Frey put in a powerhouse performance.
Really enjoyed watching him play today.
Must have been a massive boost to slot one home after only four minutes and whenever the ball went in his direction, you felt he could hold off the opposition, hold up the play, retain possession and never be bullied off the ball.
Very strong in the air also.
Definitely today felt he reaffirmed his role as our number one centre forward.
Let's hope he is used well and is rotated when possible so that he doesn't become unavailable for a period again this season.
Obviously his limitations are that he has no pace but I feel Marti knows what game suits Frey and today we certainly enabled his best side. [Post edited 1 Jan 18:45]
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Reply | Watford Reflection
at 18:32 1 Jan 2025
18 years old.
The guys a legend already.
And with Varane performing extremely well also, so impressed with the midfield and our ever ready Field there also putting in stamina sapping displays, the midfield three looks very strong. [Post edited 1 Jan 18:35]
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Reply | How have things changed so drastically in last ten games
at 18:15 1 Jan 2025
Crikey that's such a negative take on what has been a complete turn around of form and results in last ten games.
We are Queens Park Rangers and these type of runs are as good as it gets at this particular club.
Definitely one of the best runs of form in the last ten seasons and you can only focus on what you believe is not good enough.
With this perspective, you will always be disappointed watching Rangers then !! |
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Thread | How have things changed so drastically in last ten games
at 15:54 1 Jan 2025
Typical Rangers
From being by far the worst team in the league to , in current form, being one of the most decent in the league.
This has happened on multiple occasions in our past and especially the last five or six seasons.
When can we get it all together throughout a whole season. Was this coming or is confidence such a massive factor in modern day football.
My personal view re the clubs upturn.
Yes some players been adjusting to the league, but I think Marti is the key and the development of group togetherness within the squad is so much better than the last couple of seasons.
Keep going all.
Savour the good times🙂
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Reply | Negatives from today
at 15:43 1 Jan 2025
No meltdowns on loftforwords from the usual suspects
Life feels kind of vacant without them |
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Reply | Hoops vs Hornets Match Thread
at 15:30 1 Jan 2025
Really enjoyed that today
Great game and thought as often happens, miserable rainy, windy day ,there are often goals and we usually play well.
Despite having many injuries consistently, we have currently strength in depth.
A lot of the more senior players returning and with others having greater exposure, fantastic form currently.
Thankfully we stuck with Marti.
In Marti we trust and even it feel been clever in recruiting another hopefully decent centre back option, to cover multiple injuries.
Normally with any key players injured, we totally fold but not currently.
Watford were decent too, and we competed and deservedly won too.
That's a game that you could say advertises all the brilliance of the Championship.
Happy new Year Rangers !! |
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Reply | Hoops vs Hornets Match Thread
at 23:50 31 Dec 2024
True
But not sure it's wise yet for JCS to do full 90, but get your point
We have injuries !!!!! |
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Reply | Happy New Year My R's - Preview
at 23:29 31 Dec 2024
Nice write up Clive.
Sums up the madness of supporting this club. All of us have asked the question, as to what exactly are we doing with our lives, spending our leisure time watching this club.
Happy new year to you. |
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Reply | Ronnie Edwards
at 23:09 31 Dec 2024
Well there was of course the infamous Ronnie Kray, the gangster of the east end and then there was also Buster Edwards who after serving time for the great train robbery sold flowers outside Waterloo station and their love child was the aforementioned Ronnie Edwards, so can see why you think that !!!
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Reply | Happy New Year 🥳
at 23:05 31 Dec 2024
Happy new year hooparoo and all else who sail in here !!! |
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Reply | Hoops vs Hornets Match Thread
at 17:46 31 Dec 2024
Hey and out yourselves here now
Who is missing New years day kick off on National Headache Day !!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 |
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Reply | Hoops vs Hornets Match Thread
at 17:41 31 Dec 2024
The team i would play currently
Nardi
Paal JCS Fox Dunne
Field Varane Morgan
Chair Kolli Smyth
JCS subbed 60 minutes - returning from injury (Ashby)
Morgan subbed 60 minutes - needs some rest (EDB - Needs a run out)
Smyth subbed 60 minutes - needs some rest (Saito)
Would give Dunne some rest as needs it too but he is so important for us currently in either position and Fox worries me with both his know how and also pace being not on show.
And if needed would as forward option required be putting on Lloyd ahead of Frey in this one. Frey has been average since couple of his cameos so far.
Chair to start - feeling this could be the first game we get to see The real Ilias again. Been encouraged myself that he seems to look for others as often as he tries doing everything himself.
But the one new years gift we all don't want. Is no more key players picking up something that keeps them out for months it's getting a bit tiresome !! [Post edited 31 Dec 2024 17:47]
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