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by clarethomer
Sun Nov 12, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Atmosphere at Arsenal
Replies: 60
Views: 5049

Re: Atmosphere at Arsenal

I blame the change in away points and loyalty scheme...... :D
by clarethomer
Mon Nov 06, 2023 7:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: How do we get rid of VAR?
Replies: 60
Views: 5637

Re: How do we get rid of VAR?

Wish they would get rid of it.

If it was meant to correct clear and obvious errors then it shouldn't be like it is. Need an automated offside system like goal line tech and I think that improves VAR ten fold.
by clarethomer
Fri Nov 03, 2023 7:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Team v Palace
Replies: 210
Views: 14858

Re: Team v Palace

With Cullen and Foster out.

-----------------Muric--------------
Roberts - AAD ---Beyer-------CT
-----------Cork---Brownhill-----
---------------Berge---------------
Redmond------------------Koleosho/Zaroury
--------------Jay / Amdouni-----
by clarethomer
Thu Oct 19, 2023 7:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Drummers required...DRUMMERS
Replies: 378
Views: 36731

Re: Drummers required...DRUMMERS

Sounds like club want ideas
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by clarethomer
Thu Oct 05, 2023 6:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What do ‘modern day’ pro footballers do when they retire?
Replies: 47
Views: 3412

Re: What do ‘modern day’ pro footballers do when they retire?

Robbie Fowler went heavy in property from what I remember. Michael Owen has his stables and clearly there is punditry for a number of ex pros. Vinney seems to have his fingers in lots of pies and have moved into other roles within the game. Neville, property, football clubs, hotels etc. Beckham - cl...
by clarethomer
Tue Oct 03, 2023 9:43 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Loseton versus Mighty Clarets
Replies: 627
Views: 45688

Re: Loseton versus Mighty Clarets

That win has to give belief.
by clarethomer
Tue Sep 26, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I feel something really special is developing…
Replies: 75
Views: 6785

Re: I feel something really special is developing…

Maybe some people can see the bigger picture, just like they could when the owners took over, and after sacking Dyche, and after relegation, and after the sticky start last season. For me, I remain an optimist about the team and club regardless of what this season brings. We are no longer a team of...
by clarethomer
Mon Sep 25, 2023 11:17 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Salford FC Stream
Replies: 25
Views: 2759

Re: Salford FC Stream

Definitely not being shown anywhere. Will watch Sky Sports news as they usually show the goals as they go in. Seems like 2 games on Tuesday (Ipswich v Wolves and Utd v Palace) Also 4/5 being televised on Weds as they are big all but one all PL ties Brentford v Arsenal Villa v Everton Chelsea v Their...
by clarethomer
Sun Sep 24, 2023 12:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Catering Longside
Replies: 202
Views: 16170

Re: The Catering Longside

Leisure wrote:
Sun Sep 24, 2023 10:06 am
There were no bottles of water either at the till point I was at.
Ive had the same experience every game this season. How hard can it be to have bottles of water to sell?
by clarethomer
Wed Sep 20, 2023 6:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Premier League potential TV changes
Replies: 30
Views: 2415

Re: Premier League potential TV changes

GodIsADeeJay81 wrote:
Wed Sep 20, 2023 3:56 pm
They’re also thinking about scrapping the 3pm blackout
That would be great news if they can also then come up with a way for fans to watch all of their clubs games without need to resort to dodgy IPTV providers, or other work around.
by clarethomer
Thu Sep 14, 2023 2:00 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kompany comments
Replies: 57
Views: 5906

Re: Kompany comments

No surprise in his words and comments - it's been clear and obvious of the approach/model taken.
by clarethomer
Mon Sep 11, 2023 8:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Luca Koleosho (at Championship level)
Replies: 18
Views: 3244

Re: Luca Koleosho (at Championship level)

To me, he looks like he is full of potential and will be class if that potential is realised. Would have probably suffered like Benson I think with getting kicked and targeted in Championship as he would have definitely troubled a lot of the fullbacks at that level just with his pace. This level, pa...
by clarethomer
Sun Sep 10, 2023 12:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Young referee gets first game in front of prominent spectators
Replies: 15
Views: 1891

Re: Young referee gets first game in front of prominent spectators

That will be something to remember.

Glad to see the Man Utd shorts weren't an issue.
by clarethomer
Sun Sep 03, 2023 9:52 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Positives
Replies: 76
Views: 5350

Re: Positives

Average age of our starting 11 was a little under 24 years of age yesterday.

Scope for progression and improvement.
by clarethomer
Sat Sep 02, 2023 9:20 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The next Transfer Window
Replies: 19
Views: 1908

Re: The next Transfer Window

I found it easier to just follow our links on X.

Follow a few journos and the Burnley linked accounts and you pretty much get the transfer discussion thread with little discussion.

Everything seems to get announced there first and then regurgitated on here.
by clarethomer
Fri Sep 01, 2023 10:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

Its been interesting watching the chelsea transfers out today - No one seems to want to leave.
by clarethomer
Fri Sep 01, 2023 10:08 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

Curcurella staying at Chelsea and so is Ian..
by clarethomer
Fri Sep 01, 2023 10:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Cole Palmer
Replies: 12
Views: 1244

Re: Cole Palmer

If he has been promised 1st team playing time by Poch (known for developing youth) then that is probably something that can't be offered by Pep with Haaland and Alverez delivering as they are who are only 23 years of age themselves. £42m probably has the British (and Chelsea) premium attached but I ...
by clarethomer
Thu Aug 31, 2023 5:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Culvert work starting
Replies: 249
Views: 31546

Re: Culvert work starting

Is this still likely to be all blocked off still for this weekend?
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 30, 2023 10:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Carabao Cup draw Rd 3
Replies: 63
Views: 4311

Re: Carabao Cup draw Rd 3

salford away
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 30, 2023 10:12 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Carabao Cup draw Rd 3
Replies: 63
Views: 4311

Carabao Cup draw Rd 3

Can be watched on YouTube in case anyone doesnt have sky.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MENT2CUCQbo
by clarethomer
Tue Aug 29, 2023 2:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

VK has said we will change our system 3 or 4 times in a game if we need to. That's not what I meant. What I meant is that I can't see VK going back to a rigid back 4 like SD used to play. As you say, the players he has can change formations to do subtle system changes in a game. I can only conclude...
by clarethomer
Tue Aug 29, 2023 2:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

We have already changed our system in each of the 2 games this season I don't pay too much to the formations as I can never work it out since SD left. I do know though that we seem to like our RB/LBs being more advanced and its rare that I see us in a straight back four with all four defenders in t...
by clarethomer
Tue Aug 29, 2023 2:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

Bit of a daft response. Don't think anyone wants to do that. If we don't get get a new starter lb in, then we'd be mad to let Charlie go. Anyway, there's a fair chance that we'll have to change our system to stay up. I just don't get why people think Charlie Taylor would ever be considered as a per...
by clarethomer
Mon Aug 28, 2023 10:56 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: John B & Garlick
Replies: 16
Views: 3051

Re: John B & Garlick

would that indicate they have had their money?
by clarethomer
Sun Aug 27, 2023 8:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Catering Longside
Replies: 202
Views: 16170

Re: The Catering Longside

Haffners - Here is some feedback if you read this. - Pies are very nice but why not put your prices visible on your boards so the queue can see what these are. - What are the options for the pies - is it just meat and potato? Is it Gravy, Peas or is there more choice? - Why are you using a microwave...
by clarethomer
Sat Aug 26, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Clarets+ Burnley v Villa ???
Replies: 4
Views: 494

Re: Clarets+ Burnley v Villa ???

The rights to show Premier League games are given to Sky, Amazon, TNT (previously BT) etc. The rights to non UK viewers is the same - its sold to companies. The clubs themselves have no rights to show their games anywhere in the world on TV/Streams. The only way you will be able to legally watch Bur...
by clarethomer
Sat Aug 26, 2023 4:29 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Today's football
Replies: 96
Views: 5315

Re: Today's football

Both keepers in the Everton v Wolves game have kept the game 0-0

Pickford with one of his reaction saves from 6 yards out and a fantastic save at the other end to get the ball over the bar whilst the keeper was heading into the back of the net
by clarethomer
Fri Aug 25, 2023 7:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: First PL Manager to Get Sacked
Replies: 66
Views: 5873

Re: First PL Manager to Get Sacked

You should be glad he did it probably saved the club a whack. Of course there is the benefit to us in him securing another role. Still doesn't change my mind that he went to the wrong club. Think he was more concerned about keeping himself in the PL at all costs rather than find a project that woul...
by clarethomer
Fri Aug 25, 2023 6:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: First PL Manager to Get Sacked
Replies: 66
Views: 5873

Re: First PL Manager to Get Sacked

Dyche for me.

He should never have taken the job. Club in crisis. Fans in crisis.
by clarethomer
Fri Aug 25, 2023 6:31 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kompany’s pre-match press conference
Replies: 33
Views: 4035

Re: Kompany’s pre-match press conference

Key observations from me. - We shouldn't have lost at home last season - that still hurts VK. - Faced the question about dealing with competition in that the players know its needed and its how everyone gets better. - Clearly created lines in the sand about hard work and its a team game - Wants to s...
by clarethomer
Thu Aug 24, 2023 8:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: 23/24 Season - Burnley Predictor Game - MAN UTD v BURNLEY
Replies: 2484
Views: 150681

Re: 23/24 Season - Burnley Predictor Game - BURNLEY v ASTON VILLA

Burnley 2-0 Aston Villa
Foster 25 mins
National League
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 23, 2023 1:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Signings under Kompany
Replies: 67
Views: 4712

Re: Signings under Kompany

I always think back to the times where we have had other clubs after our players and we have been unable to sell because we don't have the time/depth of squad to navigate the player turnover that needs to take place. Tarkowski was a good example - we could have had £30+m for him at one point but we ...
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 23, 2023 1:01 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Signings under Kompany
Replies: 67
Views: 4712

Re: Signings under Kompany

the model to me looks like we expect some to become attractive to bigger moves and some are getting ready to step up.

McNally, CJ, Twine are now developing in view of hopefully meaning they can come through when they have got more games under their belts.
by clarethomer
Tue Aug 22, 2023 9:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Burnley clinch Ramsey signing from Aston Villa
Replies: 72
Views: 5844

Re: ARTICLE: Burnley clinch Ramsey signing from Aston Villa

randomclaret2 wrote:
Tue Aug 22, 2023 9:43 pm
He mentions being " excited for Friday " in the interview 🤔
Been in the building for a while then by the sounds of it.
by clarethomer
Mon Aug 21, 2023 7:57 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: CLARETS PLAYERS PORTRAITS TURF MOOR.
Replies: 2
Views: 780

Re: CLARETS PLAYERS PORTRAITS TURF MOOR.

I thought I remember a post saying that these were gone and unlikely to be returned?

Have I missed something?
by clarethomer
Mon Aug 21, 2023 3:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Everton
Replies: 76
Views: 8979

Re: Everton

I wasn't looking forward to seeing SD in the opposition technical area this season. Just can't be bothered with the circus that it will bring and as others have said, carry on like he is and I won't have anything to be worried about. Personally think he made a massive mistake going to Everton but eq...
by clarethomer
Sun Aug 20, 2023 10:35 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

Has VK ever seen Charlie Taylor as a left back in his system?

He is a fantastic left back in my opinion but he isn't the type of LB that VK wants from what I can see.
by clarethomer
Sat Aug 19, 2023 3:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Today's Football 19/08
Replies: 109
Views: 5978

Re: Today's Football 19/08

timshorts wrote:
Sat Aug 19, 2023 3:39 pm
Judging from the description on ssn it was a penalty won by a forward deliberately dangling his foot out and going down.
In the championship, Plymouth got no penalty and the forward a yellow card, but at Anfield.........
I didn’t think it was a penalty to be honest.

If it was it was a soft one
by clarethomer
Fri Aug 11, 2023 11:17 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again
Replies: 108
Views: 6053

Re: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again

Wonder what Alan and VK can do about those idiots who disagree with the meaning of why players are taking the knee? Wonder if all of the good stuff happening at the club can be enough for them just to remain silent if they don't agree? Called it......We are a club full of racists and idiots. If you...
by clarethomer
Fri Aug 11, 2023 1:40 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer transfer window 2023 - rumours, links and discussion.
Replies: 15428
Views: 1637574

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

Bit surprised by the fact Twine is being loaned out however, if it gives him more guaranteed game time and aids his development and we can recall him then can't see this being anything other than helping him and us get more experience. He didn't get a full season last year and he took a step up to t...
by clarethomer
Thu Aug 10, 2023 7:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Heaton
Replies: 25
Views: 2663

Heaton

by clarethomer
Wed Aug 09, 2023 3:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Paddy Power advert
Replies: 137
Views: 7485

Paddy Power advert

Ignoring the debate about gambling and footy.

Which poster does this closest resemble?

https://twitter.com/paddypower/status/1 ... 7GxGzXZPSg

This is class 🤣
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 09, 2023 1:18 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Financial Fair Play considerations?
Replies: 7
Views: 663

Re: Financial Fair Play considerations?

Thanks all- good to know.
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 09, 2023 11:40 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Financial Fair Play considerations?
Replies: 7
Views: 663

Financial Fair Play considerations?

Just wondering whether anyone can help me understand how this works and whether any implications we may have. I can see that we have spent best part of £56m according to the below and the players that have gone out have been in the main loans. Didn't want to add this into the transfer thread on basi...
by clarethomer
Wed Aug 09, 2023 10:48 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again
Replies: 108
Views: 6053

Re: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again

Hope he has a good season back in Germany to the point where we can actually sell him and draw a sorry line under his time with us. Given no one seems to want to buy him and that VK clearly doesn't see him as part of the squad this season - I am pleased this has been concluded before the start of th...
by clarethomer
Mon Aug 07, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: 23/24 Season - Burnley Predictor Game - MAN UTD v BURNLEY
Replies: 2484
Views: 150681

Re: New Season - Burnley Predictor Game - Man City Home Predictions

New Player

2-1 (Beyer - 18mins)

Probably more hoping than expecting but hey - you never know.
by clarethomer
Mon Aug 07, 2023 7:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Players just leaving Gawthorpe
Replies: 16
Views: 3397

Re: Players just leaving Gawthorpe

Don't they train also to the time of game they have so they will be training later for evening matches?