Blue_Guru Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 1 minute ago, Blue_Guru said: At least 3... in all seriousness there are a lot of 'floating fans' that keep in touch, read and post on here, listen on Iplayer etc that know how big a factor Ripley was in keeping us up lat year. I just feel with the best close season and preseason we have had in years it could have been the final thing to shout about and create a final wave of optimism. There's a reason why a good run of performances bring fans back in their hundreds it's because they are just sitting there waiting to be convinced that turning up on Saturday will be worth their time and money. Whilst I admit Ripley isn't the same as a 10 game winning streak, but fans know that replicating the form since Sheridan came here over a season could put us near the play offs and Ripley would be a big factor towards achieving that. But let's be honest it's not even gonna happen is it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Sinnott Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 What seems to have happened here is that Shez heard murmurs a couple of weeks ago that Ripley might be available again, and shelved all plans for a new keeper - seemed happy with the German as a Number 2 and sent BPF back to Leeds. Now, it all looks dead in the water and we've gone back with our tail between our legs to Leeds and BPF, and signed this lad from Cardiff to be understudy. There's only one person to blame for this and that is Shez but, to be fair to him, it would have looked an inspired decision if we had managed to lure Ripley back. Regardless of what other posters have put on here, it was a very strong possibility, if not probability that it would happen a couple of weeks ago. Fuck um - I'm taking my two boys tomorrow to the game and couldn't be more excited than I already am... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markspark92 Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 This lad isn't even listed on Cardiffs team page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzlatic Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 The club had to throw a bit of farce into the mix this summer. Just so we know it's really them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudemedic Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 1 hour ago, Markspark92 said: This lad isn't even listed on Cardiffs team page Why would he be? He doesn't play for them until January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stanley30 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Wow, what a let down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worcester Owl Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 15 hours ago, astottie said: https://www.oldhamathletic.co.uk/news/2017/august/04082017-ben-wilson-interview/ has anybody ever seen Carlo's statue? Brilliant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 17 hours ago, astottie said: https://www.oldhamathletic.co.uk/news/2017/august/04082017-ben-wilson-interview/ has anybody ever seen Carlo's statue? Stone me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythemostimportantkick Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 10 minutes ago, BP1960 said: Stone me! Bit early for a joint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfluff1985 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 If he's not number 1 the other one must be decent. Gave a good account of himself. One superb save in 2nd half and handling looked good too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 20 minutes ago, mcfluff1985 said: If he's not number 1 the other one must be decent. Gave a good account of himself. One superb save in 2nd half and handling looked good too I mentioned his handling was good after the last game. Wonderful save in the 2nd half and not to blame for the goals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsedtobeWozzer Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Goalkeeper is not going to be the problem this season if he stays fit. The other 10 are a bigger problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 (edited) N/t Edited August 5, 2017 by BP1960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagger Lee Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Thought his distribution was very good but still too early to tell how good he is - but this game will hopefully give him more confidence because with all the Ripley chat he could have easily become a target for the boo boys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whittles left foot Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 12 minutes ago, Stagger Lee said: Thought his distribution was very good but still too early to tell how good he is - but this game will hopefully give him more confidence because with all the Ripley chat he could have easily become a target for the boo boys. No need to worry about him becoming a boo boy target. Banks has got that sewn up already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markspark92 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Thought the keeper did well today kicking much better then Ripley and made a couple of good saves couldent of done anything about the goals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 (edited) Ain't that bad... Maybe a tad small in height might struggle with ariel threat especially if strikers get in his way. Although he did go through Clarke to get the ball so he's not a softie. Just a shame our defence in front let him down today i like the way he released the ball early to set up attacks, just a shame the attackers weren't that switched on. not a bad start from him Edited August 5, 2017 by underdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Burns Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 Didn't do owt wrong today. Left disgracefully wide open on both goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeF Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Did enough to show he can be the first choice if needs be. Maybe Cardiff would only sanction a 6 month deal, unless he really isn't the first choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Burns Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 On 5 August 2017 at 5:23 PM, mcfluff1985 said: If he's not number 1 the other one must be decent. Gave a good account of himself. One superb save in 2nd half and handling looked good too Good post. Taking you the wrong way in the downboat game tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythemostimportantkick Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 1 hour ago, MikeF said: Did enough to show he can be the first choice if needs be. Maybe Cardiff would only sanction a 6 month deal, unless he really isn't the first choice Is not being given the number 1 jersey an answer to that tho ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeF Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 1 minute ago, simplythemostimportantkick said: Is not being given the number 1 jersey an answer to that tho ? Maybe he didn't want the number 1 jersey. My lad plays in goal and always asks for the number 13 on his team kits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythemostimportantkick Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Just now, MikeF said: Maybe he didn't want the number 1 jersey. My lad plays in goal and always asks for the number 13 on his team kits Maybe but I'd say doubtful tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeF Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Probably right, but with squad numbers it doesn't mean anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcmetty Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 2 hours ago, Monty Burns said: Good post. Taking you the wrong way in the downboat game tho. Think he has a split personality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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