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by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Feb 24, 2024 12:25 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: It just sums up this season
Replies: 23
Views: 2069

Re: It just sums up this season

wilks_bfc wrote:
Fri Feb 23, 2024 11:32 pm
We were in the premier league when we signed him
You’re right but my thoughts were about his recent performances - the first part should read “sold to a relegation threatened English club”. Sorry.
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Feb 24, 2024 12:18 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Take a look back
Replies: 33
Views: 1744

Take a look back

Cast your mind back to the start of the season. The first six fixtures - Man City (world champs), Villa, Spurs, Forest, ManU, Newcastle. Robbed by VAR at Forest so 1 point and 15 goals conceded Also a game behind the rest because Luton’s ground wasn’t good enough. What a difference 3 points at that ...
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Feb 23, 2024 11:21 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: It just sums up this season
Replies: 23
Views: 2069

Re: It just sums up this season

Never really felt like he wanted to join us. Roberts is a fiercely proud Welshman, sold against his wishes to a recently relegated English club by the love of his life - Swansea (who were strapped for cash at the time). On arrival he fell ill with a serious stomach condition which set him back earl...
by IWOODLOVETT
Mon Jan 29, 2024 4:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: January transfer window rumours.
Replies: 2353
Views: 284154

Re: January transfer window rumours.

AshevilleNCClaret wrote:
Mon Jan 29, 2024 4:16 pm
I thought we were in for signing Chris Woohs
Excellent goalkeeper but past his best now. 😏
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Jan 20, 2024 5:00 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Times crossword today
Replies: 2
Views: 743

Re: Times crossword today

Pep’s anagram. 😏
by IWOODLOVETT
Sun Jan 14, 2024 12:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Last nights linesman in the Beehole end half
Replies: 26
Views: 2418

Re: Last nights linesman in the Beehole end half

I think that this has caused and will continue to cause significant injuries because both forwards and defenders (inc. keeper) will make desperate “lunges”/tackles in a 50/50 situation. Also what happens if the chasing defender chops down the forward in a one-on-one goal opportunity I.e. last defend...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sun Jan 14, 2024 12:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Where was Berge
Replies: 53
Views: 4062

Re: Where was Berge

Just a thought - we have had 4 red card’s Zaroury, Foster, Roberts and Berge. All four served their time but went missing immediately afterwards for “various reasons”. Maybe there is some form of club discipline in place ??
by IWOODLOVETT
Sun Dec 31, 2023 5:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Benson to Southampton
Replies: 562
Views: 56955

Re: Benson to Southampton

Mauric, Zaroury and Benson are all fragile players and easily intimidated.
All three are in the shop window as a result.
by IWOODLOVETT
Thu Dec 28, 2023 4:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: African Cup of Nations
Replies: 51
Views: 3709

Re: African Cup of Nations

Just a thought - is it possible for Forest (and others) to lodge an appeal for a postponement(s) on the basis of the number of international call ups. I’m sure that if one of the “beautiful “ clubs were in the same situation a strong case would be made for special exemption.
by IWOODLOVETT
Mon Dec 25, 2023 9:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: A year in the life ……..
Replies: 1
Views: 511

A year in the life ……..

……. of a professional footballer. This time last year we were well on our way to winning the Championship and the following players had made significant contributions. This team of would have been good enough for any opponents over the Christmas/ New year games: Muric Roberts/ Al Dakhil/ Ekdal/ Cork...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Dec 16, 2023 8:41 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Could Chris Wood on loan work?
Replies: 38
Views: 5749

Re: Could Chris Wood on loan work?

I think Forest might need him when their other “stars” go off to the African Nations Cup.
by IWOODLOVETT
Mon Dec 11, 2023 10:59 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I’m running the London Marathon for Blood Cancer UK - sponsors much appreciated
Replies: 73
Views: 6376

Re: I’m running the London Marathon for Blood Cancer UK - sponsors much appreciated

<t>John, I was diagnosed with Acute promyelocytic leukaemia in 2014. The long road to recovery was rocky to say the least (chemotherapy, neutropenia, sepsis etc.) and there were several times when I thought I wouldn’t make it. But I did and 5 years later I received a letter to prove it.<br/> <br/> I...
by IWOODLOVETT
Mon Dec 04, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Dash cams.
Replies: 10
Views: 1487

Re: Dash cams.

I think that dashcams will be standard on most new cars in the near future (just like reversing cams).
by IWOODLOVETT
Mon Dec 04, 2023 11:06 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Team for Wolves (A)
Replies: 18
Views: 2026

Re: Team for Wolves (A)

Same team but the problem is who replaces Beyer as the left sided central defender. Wolves counterattack with speed and are very dangerous at set pieces (Dawson). So, while Ekdal provides good cover in the air and a calming influence in possession, he is untried on the left and lacks real pace. Ther...
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Nov 29, 2023 9:59 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Three pens
Replies: 27
Views: 2727

Re: Three pens

Great Interview from Gary & the Sky guy asked him the right questions, VAR is spoiling the great game of football, in a few years time if we still have it attendances will drop, felt sorry for Wolves they deserved at least a point, & the headbutt guy should have been sent off, period. SCRAP VAR, le...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Oct 28, 2023 5:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kompany: time to go
Replies: 779
Views: 46876

Re: Kompany: time to go

The gulf between Premier League and Championship has never been so obvious. As it stands: Bottom 3 of Prem. League = Sheffield United, Luton & BFC (3 promoted clubs). Top 4 of Championship include = Leicester, Leeds & Southampton (3 relegated clubs). Our runaway triumph last season appears to have g...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Oct 28, 2023 5:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Bournemouth v Burnley MATCH THREAD
Replies: 831
Views: 29547

Re: Bournemouth v Burnley MATCH THREAD

VAR was introduced to correct “clear and obvious errors “. Nottingham Forest - goal awarded by on-field officials but (incorrectly imo) ruled out by VAR. BFC denied a win. Bournemouth - goal ruled out by on-field officials but (doubtfully imo) upheld by VAR. BFC denied a draw. What is the point of V...
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Oct 04, 2023 2:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Foster
Replies: 333
Views: 26402

Re: Foster

Don’t forget his goal that was wrongly ruled out at Forest !!
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Sep 19, 2023 4:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: RATE THE REF - Robert Jones v Nottingham Forest
Replies: 41
Views: 2873

Re: RATE THE REF - Robert Jones v Nottingham Forest

Referees are being hung out to dry by VAR. In nearly all contested cases the referee has made a clear decision based on his judgement of the action and in this case Jones AWARDED THE GOAL. As far as I know he doesn’t ask for VAR to confirm it, but it seems now that the VAR team always step in to que...
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Sep 19, 2023 1:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Clear and obvious errors and refs going to the screen
Replies: 58
Views: 4965

Re: Clear and obvious errors and refs going to the screen

Referees are being hung out to dry by VAR. In nearly all contested cases the referee has made a clear decision based on his judgement of the action and in this case Jones AWARDED THE GOAL. As far as I know he doesn’t ask for VAR to confirm it, but it seems now that the VAR team always step in to que...
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Sep 15, 2023 8:28 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Campbell signing confirmed
Replies: 20
Views: 3898

Re: ARTICLE: Campbell signing confirmed

Not to be confused with the very highly rated central defender in Chelsea’s youth team.
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Sep 02, 2023 11:52 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Trésor is a Claret on deadline day
Replies: 28
Views: 3839

Re: ARTICLE: Trésor is a Claret on deadline day

Excellent ball control, close dribbling and can ride a tackle too - reminded me a bit of a certain George Best (although he did it playing on ploughed fields).
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Aug 23, 2023 12:18 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Signings under Kompany
Replies: 67
Views: 4659

Re: Signings under Kompany

123EasyasBFC wrote:
Wed Aug 23, 2023 12:13 pm
Who are the 3 long term injuries? Isn’t it just obafemi and agyei who are injured? Who’s the 3rd
CJ Egan-Riley ( no, not Beyer as far as I know - sorry if it raised some alarm bells).
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Aug 23, 2023 12:11 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Signings under Kompany
Replies: 67
Views: 4659

Re: Signings under Kompany

Registered first team squad = 37 to date, which looks a bit heavy from a financial angle. However a breakdown shows the following: 5 = goalkeepers 5 = out on loan (inc 1 keeper) 3 = long-term injuries 8 = “old guard “ ( high wage earners and likely to be moved on) 20 = under 23 Verdict = a healthy c...
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Aug 23, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Berkshire Clarets - Official Formation
Replies: 19
Views: 1429

Re: Berkshire Clarets - Official Formation

Full of admiration for guys like you who organise things like this for the benefit of others. I will be emailing.
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Aug 16, 2023 7:11 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1610727

Re: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.

This is shaping up to be the best transfer window in the club's history. If we somehow manage to get Maatsen in you could argue it has been virtually perfect. A few missed targets here or there, but we've been quick to move on when that has happened and we're on the verge of having a squad, not jus...
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Aug 15, 2023 1:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1610727

Re: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.

Many deals are agreed “in principle” and are left unsigned (especially loans of fringe players) until the selling club are confident that their first team squad is complete and not impacted by recent long-term injuries etc.

Expect a very busy day when the transfer window finally ‘slams shut’.
UTC
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Aug 12, 2023 8:39 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Clarets v City match thread
Replies: 377
Views: 14465

Re: Clarets v City match thread

Here’s a bit of a reality check. We played the best ( and richest) team in the world last night and here’s a report on what the same team did to one of the other top teams in the world a few months ago: Manchester City are through to the final of the Champions League after a 4-0 mauling of Real Madr...
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Aug 11, 2023 9:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1610727

Re: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.

Very, very impressive - the amount of work that has gone on behind the scenes this summer has been colossal and is still continuing. The finalised deals, the contract extensions, the “in principle “ deals and the aborted negotiations have formed a mountainous workload for the recruitment team plus a...
by IWOODLOVETT
Thu Aug 10, 2023 8:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Muric or Trafford
Replies: 199
Views: 15790

Re: Muric or Trafford

Muric for two reasons: 1. It’s possible that the occasion might be too much for the younger keeper. First experience of a full house, Premier League game - against very familiar ex-teammates i.e. too much respect. 2. Kompany won’t want to risk a blow to Trafford’s confidence in the event of a high s...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Aug 05, 2023 10:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Reading & Wokingham Borough Based Clarets
Replies: 43
Views: 2432

Re: Reading & Wokingham Borough Based Clarets

Like the idea, but Friday 11th is my birthday and I will be elsewhere. Hope you get a good response. 👍🏻
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Aug 04, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1610727

Re: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.

Jakubs Tash wrote:
Fri Aug 04, 2023 9:25 am

I wonder what the hold up is with Townsend? Maybe interest from other clubs?
Both parties keeping their options open until the eleventh hour. AT looking for a longer contract, BFC still trawling the market for younger players.
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Jul 25, 2023 1:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Reading & Wokingham Borough Based Clarets
Replies: 43
Views: 2432

Re: Reading & Wokingham Borough Based Clarets

sjb wrote:
Tue Jul 25, 2023 1:10 pm
There's a guy called Tim who lives in Reading and posts/posted on here as iwoodlovett
Yep, I am that guy - but it’s Camberley not Reading.
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Jul 18, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1610727

Re: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.

That would give us a squad of: Bailey Peacock-Farrell, Denis Franchi, Lawrence Vigouroux, Arijanet Muric (+ Trafford makes 5) Dara O’Shea, Charlie Taylor, Jordan Beyer, CJ Egan-Riley ,Connor Roberts,Bobby Thomas ,Hjalmar Ekdal ,Luke McNally ,Vitinho ,Ameen Al-Dakhil (10) Jack Cork, Josh Brownhill, ...
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Jun 27, 2023 2:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ashes Second Test
Replies: 998
Views: 33336

Re: Ashes Second Test

How about Bairstow to open and Billings or Buttler to take the gloves if Foakes’ face doesn’t fit.
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue May 30, 2023 11:44 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Weghorst
Replies: 485
Views: 45054

Re: Weghorst

The Club needs to do a good PR job on him - he’s a valuable asset. You can’t blame him for having his moment in the sun for his Country in the World Cup and his subsequent time at ManU. Perhaps if he would now show his commitment to BFC in pre-season and publicly explain the reasons for his departur...
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue May 30, 2023 11:27 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1655

Re: U Boat Pens France

There’s a handy camp site near Calais and you can avoid the crush for the ferries by using the regular cross-channel rib service. Book early to avoid disappointment. 😉
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue May 30, 2023 9:42 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1655

Re: U Boat Pens France

How far down are you going?
If you’re anywhere near Limoges (west central France) you should visit Oradour-sur-Glane.

Look it up on Wikipedia and you’ll understand why.
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri May 19, 2023 5:46 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Norwich confirm Barnes signing
Replies: 47
Views: 3348

Re: ARTICLE: Norwich confirm Barnes signing

I do feel for footballers in these types of videos, especially if you are moving downwards Asking him what he thinks about the Norwich crowd for example He's essentially gone from praising us for being the best fans ever (true, but we are biased) to essentially having to say the same about them ………...
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Apr 28, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Celebrations around the world
Replies: 9
Views: 2135

Re: Celebrations around the world

Next week the badge will be on display in Norway.
UTC
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:52 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: REPORT: Clarets win the title on joyous night at Ewood
Replies: 22
Views: 2840

Re: REPORT: Clarets win the title on joyous night at Ewood

longsidetrumpet wrote:
Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:13 pm
On the picture who are the pair in trackies top right. Is one Churlinov?
I hope that Churlinov, Bastien and Dervisoglu were there to enjoy the moment. They seem to be be the only faces missing from the first team squad. Maybe they couldn’t get a ticket. 😉
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Al Dakhill
Replies: 66
Views: 6431

Re: Al Dakhill

ŽižkovClaret wrote:
Wed Apr 26, 2023 1:18 pm
What a defensive Line up we have!

The Welsh Cafu
The Baghdad Baresi
Hjalmar (of the Gods) Ekdal
Ian Maatsen
Don’t forget BeckenBeyer.
by IWOODLOVETT
Wed Apr 26, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Al Dakhill
Replies: 66
Views: 6431

Re: Al Dakhill

When our loanees return we have Al-Dakhil, Ekdal, McNally, Egan-Riley, Charlie Taylor and Bobby Thomas as contracted central defensive players - with potential options for TH-B and Beyer. That’s fantastic strength in depth in a key position and potential bargaining chips when strengthening other are...
by IWOODLOVETT
Sun Apr 23, 2023 9:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Positive time
Replies: 5
Views: 957

Re: Positive time

So would I. 😉👍🏻
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Apr 22, 2023 2:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley v QPR Match Thread
Replies: 195
Views: 11745

Re: Burnley v QPR Match Thread

I think that, providing things go well, we will see all of the remaining outfield-players (retained from last year) I.e. JRod, Ash, JBG, Corky, Josh Brownhill, Charlie T and Conner Roberts at some stage.
This will be the manager’s way of rewarding those players with a chance to acknowledge the fans.
by IWOODLOVETT
Sat Apr 22, 2023 6:50 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Team for QPR
Replies: 34
Views: 2575

Re: Team for QPR

My team ……… Peacock-Farrell Roberts/ TH-B/ Beyer/ Taylor Cork Cullen/ Twine Benson/ Barnes/ Zaroury Peacock to spread his wings in goal. Taylor made to measure against a tricky winger. Beyer to do some of the grisly defending. Cork to bottle up the mid-field. Twine to pull the strings. Benson to bed...
by IWOODLOVETT
Fri Apr 21, 2023 12:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Lines from songs
Replies: 70
Views: 2816

Re: Lines from songs

I can't help about the shape I'm in I can't sing, I ain't pretty and my legs are thin But don't ask me what I think of you I might not give the answer that you want me to.
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Apr 18, 2023 9:34 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley’s best kept secret
Replies: 32
Views: 3460

Re: Burnley’s best kept secret

Didn’t Coyle confess that we’d simply bought a stinker in van der Schaefer? Of course, if he did, it would make a mockery of his claims of exhaustive scouting on the useless lump. He came with a big reputation and as Coyle said “"There was loads of interest elsewhere, it's been on-going for a bit b...
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Apr 18, 2023 9:17 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley’s best kept secret
Replies: 32
Views: 3460

Re: Burnley’s best kept secret

All these others (except Penny) were given a run in the side, but RvdS played just ONE game and it was the first game of a new season.
Very strange.
by IWOODLOVETT
Tue Apr 18, 2023 8:19 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley’s best kept secret
Replies: 32
Views: 3460

Re: Burnley’s best kept secret

Any mention in Barry’s book?