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by iw1961
Wed Sep 27, 2023 10:18 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jay Rod
Replies: 31
Views: 3001

Re: Jay Rod

I think that "hometown boy" role is great to have in the dressing room, it keeps the connection with the town and the fans as we bring in loads of players from overseas. Obviously that's not enough to deserve a chance to pull on the shirt but it's something that only JayRod brings. Absolutely agree...
by iw1961
Tue Sep 05, 2023 2:43 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What Josh says
Replies: 75
Views: 7970

Re: What Josh says

The player we most need on the pitch is Cork. Within seconds of coming on the pitch on saturday he was organising, talking and generally sorting stuff out. We became much tighter and whilst some may say Spurs had taken their foot off the gas, that to my mind was due to Cork. I have no issue with Bro...
by iw1961
Sat Sep 02, 2023 6:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Positives
Replies: 76
Views: 5397

Re: Positives

Jack Cork was outstanding when he came on. Within 15 seconds he was organising, cajoling and running things. We tightened up and were still taking the game go Spurs. Foster, really finding his feet Koleosho, excellent Brun Larsson needs to start as well We desperately need a leader on the pitch as w...
by iw1961
Fri Sep 01, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1641275

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

So at the moment in this window we have recruited an overload of widemen of whom only so many can play at any one time, but still struggling to bring in a LB. We recruited a GK for £19m which wasn't a priority, still light on the CM that we needed and missed out on a number of players who it was cl...
by iw1961
Fri Sep 01, 2023 5:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1641275

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

Gazclaret83 wrote:
Fri Sep 01, 2023 4:47 pm
Get Ben mee back haha

At least we would have a captain on the pitch
by iw1961
Mon Aug 28, 2023 2:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: My concerns…
Replies: 144
Views: 8948

Re: My concerns…

A really good OP. My main concern is that we don't appear to have a leader on the pitch. At times I thought they looked lost. Cash had the freedom of the right in the first half, gaps everywhere. There is not enough experience on the pitch to see the problems and address them. We desperately need a ...
by iw1961
Sat Jun 24, 2023 4:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Weghorst
Replies: 485
Views: 45963

Re: Weghorst

I think he could do a decent job this year. He came into a very British side that were struggling, playing a brand of football very different to what he was used to in Germany. We now play an entirely different game, one I would suspect he would thrive in. We need a centre forward but we need someon...
by iw1961
Tue May 30, 2023 2:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Car Storage - Lincolnshire
Replies: 49
Views: 3223

Re: Car Storage - Lincolnshire

Have you tried a local advert, or casually chatting to a neighbour. There are lots of folk who have garages and don't use them. I needed somewhere for mine for a couple of months. Someone put me in touch with an old dolly who let me have the garage for an acceptable sum. Safe and secure. You just ha...
by iw1961
Wed May 24, 2023 5:06 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kompany to City time frame.
Replies: 44
Views: 2580

Re: Kompany to City time frame.

Don't think it's a fanciful idea at all. Think he is the ideal candidate in two years time if he does well here. It 's not just about the manager, it's the players who deliver. If he does go to City he will likely have played with one or two of them, his playing days are not that long over so he wou...
by iw1961
Wed Apr 26, 2023 12:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Al Dakhill
Replies: 66
Views: 6544

Re: Al Dakhill

Excellent last night. Brings a little more physicality to proceedings when needed. I could see three at the back next season, with him, Ekdal and Beyer. Must be honest I'm not a fan of Harwood Bellis, if he had been brought in from an unfashionable club, not sure folk would rave as much, it's the Ci...
by iw1961
Sat Apr 23, 2022 3:08 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Why is nobody mentioning Leeds?
Replies: 93
Views: 9351

Re: Why is nobody mentioning Leeds?

At this level it's the psychology as well. Leeds must have thought job done he other week, but if we win and Everton win this weekend. They don't play until Monday night, they could be playing Palace just a point above Everton and two more than us. That could have a massive impact on them. When you ...
by iw1961
Sun Aug 08, 2021 2:26 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: North Wales based clarets
Replies: 2
Views: 663

Re: North Wales based clarets

Hi, based in St Asaph, season ticket holder for many years, go to most games with my 16 year old.
by iw1961
Mon Nov 02, 2020 2:15 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Can we survive in the PL WITHOUT outside investment?
Replies: 63
Views: 3969

Re: Can we survive in the PL WITHOUT outside investment?

I think the real question is whether we can survive in the championship without investment. We have punched above our weight for too long, the lack of investment in the last couple of years has effected what we are left with today. We cannot compete in the transfer market with the majority of Champi...
by iw1961
Sat Jun 29, 2019 3:54 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Camera Advice
Replies: 10
Views: 1849

Re: Camera Advice

Hi, Some good advice above. For what it's worth I would also consider a Nikon D90. Although an older model it was referred to as a prosumer camera, trying to bridge the gap between amateur and professional. It is a cracking camera, which benefits from having a motor built into the body for lenses. T...
by iw1961
Sat Jul 28, 2018 8:17 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Can we afford to let Ben Mee leave for nothing?
Replies: 40
Views: 3782

Re: Can we afford to let Ben Mee leave for nothing?

I'd guess Ben Mee needs a nice lengthy contract with Burnley more than Burnley need Ben Mee. Ben Mee is replaceable. I can't see Ben Mee starting every week for a better premier league teams than us. And how much exactly is the replacement going to cost? This strikes me as the board being two to th...
by iw1961
Sun Jul 22, 2018 8:58 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Your 3 players who put us where we are today.
Replies: 45
Views: 7429

Re: Your 3 players who put us where we are today.

Ian Wright Lifted the club and the town enough to ensure promotion. The goal against Notts County was incredible Stephen Caldwell Up a level and the bedrock that all sides need. A leader on and off the pitch. Joey Barton Another level up and the above qualities at a higher level Difficult as they ha...
by iw1961
Tue Jul 03, 2018 6:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Landlord trouble
Replies: 36
Views: 5504

Re: Landlord trouble

At the end of the fixed term tenancy then the tenancy becomes what is called a statutory periodic tenancy. This means that the terms within the original fixed term tenancy carry on until either the landlord or tenant give notice to bring the statutory periodic tenancy to an end. This is governed pri...
by iw1961
Sun May 20, 2018 4:17 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Eintracht Frankfurt in Europa League
Replies: 32
Views: 5146

Re: Eintracht Frankfurt in Europa League

Was at Eintract last year. Fantastic ground, awesome fans and the best atmosphere I have seen in many a year. Really hope we meet them as I reckon we would beat them.
by iw1961
Fri May 18, 2018 7:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jack Wilshere
Replies: 45
Views: 4420

Re: Jack Wilshere

I would have taken him before Dier whom I just don't get. Wilshire is the sort who does seem to be able to drive things forward and inject a sense of urgency into proceedings. On his game he is the best attacking midfielder we have. Problem is he is one sneeze away from 6 weeks injured.
by iw1961
Fri May 18, 2018 7:22 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Pick up trucks comparison
Replies: 16
Views: 2113

Re: Pick up trucks comparison

We have had a Nissan Pathfinder which was ok except off road. Currently running an Izuzu D Max which is ok but is just under two years old and is subjected to quite a bit of towing and abuse from several drivers. 32k and is just burning out it's second clutch - covered under warranty but disappointi...
by iw1961
Sun Apr 29, 2018 10:21 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Europa League Thread
Replies: 311
Views: 23004

Re: Europa League Thread

Eintracht Frankfurt would be disappointing for all us Clarets who went in 2006 to the World Cup match between England and Paraguay. Would be nice to visit a new ground :roll: Couldn't disagree more. Took in Eintracht last year for a Bundesliga game. The most intense and enjoyable atmosphere I have ...
by iw1961
Sun Dec 17, 2017 4:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Retro Ban For Tarks?
Replies: 205
Views: 21299

Re: Retro Ban For Tarks?

Just watched it and cannot see how it was accidental. He clearly gives him a dig before rolling round him. Anything less than a three match ban and he has got away with it.
by iw1961
Sun Nov 26, 2017 11:40 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jack Wilshere - Ten Years' Time.
Replies: 29
Views: 3207

Re: Jack Wilshere - Ten Years' Time.

I would swap him for Hendrick in a heartbeat. Perhaps he needs some Dyche "conditioning" to bring out the very best of him.
by iw1961
Mon Sep 04, 2017 10:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Milan advice required
Replies: 44
Views: 5224

Re: Milan advice required

Morning Clarets Me and our lass are looking to go to Milan in the first week of November, but just wanted to double check that it's a good place to be taking a 6 month old baby and a 13 year old daughter. With it being a city, we assume there'll be plenty of things to do, but wanted to get opinions...
by iw1961
Sun Aug 27, 2017 12:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Accident On M1
Replies: 77
Views: 9899

Re: Accident On M1

Iw1961. You are probabably one of the truck drivers who drives in the middle lane through the roadworks at 56mph, "bullying" car drivers who prefer to stick to the 50 mph limit. Overtaking them on the inside, whilst encroaching into the next lane, giving it the big one with offensive hand gestures,...
by iw1961
Sat Aug 26, 2017 7:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Accident On M1
Replies: 77
Views: 9899

Re: Accident On M1

You can put your mortgage on it, when there is loss of life on the motorway, a lorry ( or two) will be involved. A lot of them cannot drive properly, many drive tired, and safety for many of them is an afterthought, as in 99% of accidents they will be walking away unscathed. Whenever I find myself ...
by iw1961
Sun Aug 20, 2017 10:12 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley v West Brom - Player Ratings
Replies: 68
Views: 25622

Re: Burnley v West Brom - Player Ratings

Some wonderful one touch passing in the midfield, unfortunately Tony Pulis was tactically superior. Heaton 6 Lowton 6 Mee 7 Tarks 6 Ward 6 Brady 5 just don't see it in him Defour 8 Cork 8 mom Hendrick 7 JBG 5 personally would have brought Arfield on. We need someone on the right wing Vokes 7 Usual s...
by iw1961
Mon Jun 19, 2017 1:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: More trouble in london
Replies: 237
Views: 18568

Re: More trouble in london

I think I'll go all in All white van drivers should be in camps, or at the very least have to wear some sort of identification device (like a yellow star) so we all know where they are at all times. Its the only way to be sure. Whilst I am sure that you thought your sarcasm/irony or wit, call it wh...
by iw1961
Sun Apr 02, 2017 12:58 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley v Tottenham - Player Ratings
Replies: 59
Views: 17214

Re: Burnley v Tottenham - Player Ratings

Heaton 8 couple of quality saves. Lowton 7 very good first half, lost his attacking threat after the Spurs substitution's. Keane 6 not at his best. Mee 7 his usual game Ward 8 MOM for me Arfield 7 did well Barton 4 shocker, not at the races time for a rest. Hendrick 6 needs to play in Barton's role ...
by iw1961
Sun Apr 02, 2017 12:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Team for Stoke
Replies: 72
Views: 8356

Re: Team for Stoke

Agree with Claretspice with the exception of playing Hendrick instead of Barton whom I would rest. Barton has been woeful recently and a reminder that he needs to up his game would probably have a positive impact on him. Hendrick is more than capable of providing the defensive cover we need allowing...
by iw1961
Sun Apr 02, 2017 12:34 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Team for Stoke
Replies: 72
Views: 8356

Re: Team for Stoke

Agree with Clarets pice with the exception of playing Hendrick instead of Barton. Barton has been woeful recently and a reminder that he needs to up his game would probably have a positive impact on him. Hendrick is more than capable of providing the defensive cover we need allowing Defour to act as...
by iw1961
Thu Mar 23, 2017 9:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: bundesliga trip
Replies: 14
Views: 2860

Re: bundesliga trip

Went to see Frankfurt v Ingolstadt a few weeks ago. In 45 years of watching footie I have never enjoyed watching a crowd as much. Incredible atmosphere even though they lost. Never stopped singing.

Best game I have ever been on.
by iw1961
Sat Feb 04, 2017 7:50 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Interested in your views . . . Defoe, should he be in the England squad?
Replies: 36
Views: 4271

Re: Interested in your views . . . Defoe, should he be in the England squad?

Definately still England material. In my opinion he is the best finisher around. Would have him at Burnley in a heartbeat. Don't care about age, it is about scoring goals and that is what he does.
by iw1961
Sat Jan 07, 2017 2:21 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Yuto Nagatomo/David Santon
Replies: 120
Views: 20387

Re: Yuto Nagatomo/David Santon

Funkydrummer wrote:Seems adept with both feet from that clip, although predominantly right footed.

By the way, who's that playing in the 'stards strip ?

Chievo Verona
by iw1961
Thu Jan 21, 2016 9:28 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: A Warm Welcome to the Bee Hole End - a new online home for Burnley fans!
Replies: 386
Views: 146521

Re: A Warm Welcome to the Bee Hole End - a new online home for Burnley fans!

Well done to all involved, stopped using Clarets Mad because of the adverts. Really good effort