Match Thread Preston vs. Coventry City - Match Thread - Sat 19th Oct (5 Viewers)

[napolimp]

Are Robins and King aligned? Many times he’s reiterated this now

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Robins is so passive sometimes. His battle cry is "prepare to lose guys".

 

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[wingy]

Ca

That's a bit of an aggressive response for a light hearted comment on an internet forum.

As for the players, they should be kept under lock and key at Ryton until the next time we win. No family visits allowed either.

Do it, modern slavery innit?

 

[Covcraig@bury]

1-4 win let the hounds out

 

[fernandopartridge]

Maybe. Could be worse though. I could put a post out about not getting on the backs of the players and then start a thread titled: 'Get that clown out of goal'.

At least get the sequence of events right

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[fernandopartridge]

Robins is so passive sometimes. His battle cry is "prepare to lose guys".

What he says to the press is not the same thing as he says to the players

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[HuckerbyDublinWhelan]

Just reading their forum and this is the first proposed team on their thread...

Woodman
Storey - Lindsay - Hughes
Kesler-Hayden - McCann - Thordarson - Brady
Greenwood - Frokjaer
Riis

Whatever the record, if we can't beat this shower of shite then we might as well never ever show up to Deepdale again.

Think you may be sorely disappointed tomorrow

 

[wingy]

What he says to the press is not the same thing as he says to the players

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Where is the presser?

 

[SlowerThanPlatt]

Where is the presser?

https://www.ccfc.co.uk/news/2024/october/18/mark-robins-previews-the-weekend-s-trip-to-deepdale-and-provides-squad-fitness-update/

 

[SlowerThanPlatt]

Take a boring 0-0 tomorrow

 

[wingy]

https://www.ccfc.co.uk/news/2024/october/18/mark-robins-previews-the-weekend-s-trip-to-deepdale-and-provides-squad-fitness-update/

Emphasis on away Cov fans?

 

[SlowerThanPlatt]

Emphasis on away Cov fans?

What do you mean?

 

[wingy]

What do you mean?

Looking forward to playing in front of Coventry fan's, he's treating tomorrow as a home match?

 

[AOM]

Looking forward to playing in front of Coventry fan's, he's treating tomorrow as a home match?

That's the only way we break the curse. He's told the players the team bus is taking a bit of a detour to the CBS

 

[napolimp]

What he says to the press is not the same thing as he says to the players

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Are you part of the coaching staff or the playing staff, in the changing rooms?

 

[clint van damme]

Emphasis on away Cov fans?

Interesting comment about Saka being almost back to where he was last season.
Is he referring solely to fitness or his form in general?

 

[clint van damme]

Are you part of the coaching staff or the playing staff, in the changing rooms?

It's fairly obvious.
Unless you think everyone speaks in real life like they do in a press conference.

 

[Perennial Lurker]

Interesting comment about Saka being almost back to where he was last season.
Is he referring solely to fitness or his form in general?

Can't be form , he's been way off at times this season .
Fingers crossed he gets his confidence back soon

 

[clint van damme]

Can't be form , he's been way off at times this season .
Fingers crossed he gets his confidence back soon

Unless he's referring to what hes seeing in training?
I actually thought he was playing well against Blackburn until he got injured.

But yeah, probably referring to fitness.

 

[Perennial Lurker]

Unless he's referring to what hes seeing in training?
I actually thought he was playing well against Blackburn until he got injured.

But yeah, probably referring to fitness.

He's looked good in spells but he hasn't turned anyone inside out this season or got into areas where he can score .
After his injury it's understandable to be cautious but he needs to grab a game again

 

[Liquid Gold]

Are Robins and King aligned? Many times he’s reiterated this now

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Sick of this.

Don't need to manage expectations you need to manage the team to win football games.

We've all been sold on sky high prices by being told we have to help and fund a promotion squad now told we're expecting too much.

Not our fault he's underperforming at the moment.

 

[alexccfc99]

Sick of this.

Don't need to manage expectations you need to manage the team to win football games.

We've all been sold on sky high prices by being told we have to help and fund a promotion squad now told we're expecting too much.

Not our fault he's underperforming at the moment.

Sky high prices isn't exactly true....

Coventry City season ticket price ranked amongst Championship rivals

Coventry City news from CoventryLive as we look at how the club's season ticket prices compare to the rest of the division

www.coventrytelegraph.net

 

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[Scene: Coventry City's dressing room. Mark Robins stands in front of a tactics board, looking more confident than ever. The players sit around, trying to keep up with whatever chaotic plan is about to unfold.]

Mark Robins: [pacing up and down] Alright, lads, listen up! Tomorrow, we face Preston. It’s a big game, and I’ve got a plan so foolproof, it’ll blow your minds. Now, I know what you're thinking—"What’s the gaffer come up with this time?" Well, I’ll tell you! It’s simple, it’s effective, and it’s bloody genius.

[He dramatically uncovers the "Wheel of Fortune", a large spinning wheel with names and formations scattered randomly.]

Robins: [grinning proudly] This, boys, is how we’re deciding the starting line-up. I’ve got too many good players and not enough slots, so we’re leaving it to fate. [slaps the wheel] The Wheel of Fortune decides who starts, where, and how! Keeps the opposition on their toes, and maybe keeps you on your toes too!

Simms: [wide-eyed] So we’re spinning a wheel to pick the team?

Robins: Exactly, Ellis! No favourites, no overthinking. The wheel decides. It’s all part of the new strategy. Total unpredictability! Preston won’t know what hit ‘em. It’s brilliant! Now, let’s give it a spin! [spins the wheel dramatically]

[The wheel spins for what seems like forever as the players nervously look on.]

Latibeaudiere: And what happens if it picks, I dunno, all defenders?

Robins: Then we defend! [laughs] Come on, Joel, you know the drill. Total adaptability. If the wheel says defend, we defend. If it says attack, we attack. If it says everyone plays in goal... well, we figure that out when we get there!

[The wheel finally stops spinning.]

Robins: Look at that! Four midfielders, two strikers, three defenders, and… one winger at left-back. That’s what I’m talking about! Total confusion for the opposition. They won’t have a clue what formation we’re playing.

Sakamoto: [still confused] But what if the game isn’t going to plan, gaffer?

Robins: Ah, now we get to the secret weapon! [points to the board with authority] If we’re struggling at the 75th minute, here’s what we do: like-for-like substitutions. That’s right—no matter how bad it’s going, we keep things stable, swap a winger for a winger, striker for striker. Keep it safe, keep it simple.

Ben Sheaf: [skeptical] So we’re sticking to the same tactics if we’re losing?

Robins: [confidently] Exactly, Ben. No need to panic. The last thing we want to do is make drastic changes. You see, if you stay calm and just switch out the same positions, the other team doesn’t know what’s happening. It’s like chess… but with football.

Simms: And if we’re still losing with only a few minutes left?

Robins: [pausing for dramatic effect] Aha! That’s when we unleash the Robins Backup Plan™! If we’re losing with minutes to go... [dramatically lowers his voice] I’ll take off a striker and bring on... [pauses for tension] a defender.

Latibeaudiere: [confused] Wait, take off a striker? If we’re losing?

Robins: [nodding] Exactly, Joel. That’s the beauty of it. It’s so unexpected, even the opposition won’t see it coming. They’ll think we’re gonna attack like mad, but no. We bring on a defender. Confusion tactics at their finest. And then, we can sit back, pass the ball around, maybe nick one on the break. Total genius!

Simms: [shaking his head] So... we’re going defensive when we need to score?

Robins: [grinning with pride] It’s like a reverse psychology thing, Ellis. The more defenders we have, the more likely we’ll score. Preston will drop off, they’ll get comfortable, and bang—before they know it, we’ve bagged an equaliser... or not. But either way, they won’t know what hit ‘em!

Sakamoto: And what about me? What do I do in this... plan?

Robins: You, Tatsu, are our wildcard. You’re everywhere! Drift around, play like a jellyfish, float from left wing to right back, confuse ‘em. Total freedom. You might end up in goal by the end of it! Who knows?

Sheaf: [looking doubtful] So, the whole plan is… spin the wheel, like-for-like subs, and if we’re losing, take off a striker and bring on a defender?

Robins: [grinning proudly] You’ve got it, Ben! That’s the plan! [pats the board] It’s all about keeping it simple, lads. Trust in the wheel. Trust in the process. And most of all, trust in me!

[The players exchange nervous glances as Robins, with all the confidence of a man about to lead an army to victory, walks out of the room humming to himself. Fade out.]

END.

 

[alexccfc99]

Robins is absolutely spot on about managing expectation

It would be a minor miracle for us ever to get close to automatic promotion with parachute payments the way that they are and if people have got carried away and convinced themselves we are going to be a shoe in for the Top 2 then that is on them if/when they are disappointed I'm afraid

 

[SlowerThanPlatt]

Robins is absolutely spot on about managing expectation

It would be a minor miracle for us ever to get close to automatic promotion with parachute payments the way that they are and if people have got carried away and convinced themselves we are going to be a shoe in for the Top 2 then that is on them if/when they are disappointed I'm afraid

That’s all fair but probably wise for the owner not to sell Premier League packages then.

 

[alexccfc99]

That’s all fair but probably wise for the owner not to sell Premier League packages then.

Why? - It's a discounted season ticket if we get to the Premier League?

Correct me if I am wrong but King has specifically stated the aim for the next 5 years has to be to be in and around the Play-Off mix

 

[Liquid Gold]

Sky high prices isn't exactly true....

Coventry City season ticket price ranked amongst Championship rivals

Coventry City news from CoventryLive as we look at how the club's season ticket prices compare to the rest of the division

www.coventrytelegraph.net

Now do how much for a non STH child to attend a game

 

[SlowerThanPlatt]

Why? - It's a discounted season ticket if we get to the Premier League?

Correct me if I am wrong but King has specifically stated the aim for the next 5 years has to be to be in and around the Play-Off mix

You’ve stated there’s little to no chance of automatics which means we’re playing for one place in the play offs which is often a lottery.

 

[alexccfc99]

You’ve stated there’s little to no chance of automatics which means we’re playing for one place in the play offs which is often a lottery.

I don't think that is far off accurate tbh

 

[Sky Blue Harry H]

Have the players seriously had another week off

Less chance of injuries
Extra time to refresh
Awful run at the moment, what is MR thinking?
Missing time to develop the game plan at PNE

#mightbeagoodideamightbeabadideawhoknows?

 

[alexccfc99]

Now do how much for a non STH child to attend a game

Don't know, don't care - Don't have kids

But calling our prices sky high when it is £125 for an under 14 to attend 23 games of football on a season ticket is nonsensical

 

[TomRad85]

Sick of this.

Don't need to manage expectations you need to manage the team to win football games.

We've all been sold on sky high prices by being told we have to help and fund a promotion squad now told we're expecting too much.

Not our fault he's underperforming at the moment.

Proper gaslighting isn't it. The talk in the summer was all positive and relishing being one of the favourites. Now we can't buy a win the fans need to manage expectations.
Just fuck off and win a game.

 

[Jamesimus]

Have the players seriously had another week off

Love posts like this. Takes about 5 seconds to see that they haven’t

OUTRAGE

 

[Boicey]

What he says to the press is not the same thing as he says to the players

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Obviously. Although it's not like they don't see the press statement is it?

 

[clint van damme]

Proper gaslighting isn't it. The talk in the summer was all positive and relishing being one of the favourites. Now we can't buy a win the fans need to manage expectations.
Just fuck off and win a game.

To be fair, anyone who didn't know that the autos is pretty much a pipe dream and the race for a play off place is a 12 to 14 team slog should probably be looking to do something else with their Saturdays.

 

[skybluelee]

Don't know, don't care - Don't have kids

But calling our prices sky high when it is £125 for an under 14 to attend 23 games of football on a season ticket is nonsensical

STs are exceptional value

For supporters who live away and can't justify a ST though the prices are ridiculous. £42 incl booking fee to bring my 16 yo and 13 yo JSB to one game is a shocking price.