Let' talk about the Sunderland game

[ColinDouglasHandshake]

Anyone know roughly how many were in the away end today?

Not me!  Missed Tuesday and today thanks to covid. Delighted to miss Tuesday, today not so much.

Ah no! That's bad luck for you BFYP. Well, at least it was today. Not tuesday though. Hope you are doing ok with the old Covaids and can make it tuesday and see a win.

[normal rules]

We’ve beaten the third (MK Dons) and fourth (Sunderland) placed teams in the space of two weeks.

Both away.
Book tickets to Pompey now. Lol.

[Chris Black come back]

There cannot be many sides that we have as good an away record against. Last five league away games at Fratton Park has delivered 3 wins and 2 draws. We haven’t lost there since 2011.

[NewDonny]

Look out for Donny's results every week, delighted for the club, the manager and the players with this win today.

Lets hope that's the first of a number of good results and points on the board between now and the end of the season.

Absolutely delighted.

[eastender]

38,395 today. When was the last time we played in front of a crowd that size? Wembley?

Arsenal away in the cup maybe, or West Ham.

That Arsenal game was tiny. I think it is still their lowest ever competitive gate. We’ve only played West Ham with a gate, at the old place which didn’t hold 39,000.

Yeah, i forgot that the last West Ham game was behind closed doors but thought that there were about 40,000 at the Emirates.

I think that low attendance was beaten , but Arsenal won't admit it.

"Arsenal are thought to have attracted the lowest crowd in the Emirates Stadium’s 13-year history last night with just 25,000 estimated to have attended their UEFA Europa League 2-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

The club itself reported an official attendance of 49,419 at the 60,000-capacity stadium. However, The Times newspaper claims the actual attendance was around 25,000 – marking the lowest number through the gate since the opening of the venue in 2006."

[PDX_Rover]

With the goal difference we are 9 points from safety,with performance today there is hope we can get out of it

It’s slightly better, at 8 points. Some clubs have games in hand though.

It's as good as 9 points with the goal difference, CBCB. We'll never make that amount up.

A proper ray of sunshine, as ever.

What the f*ck are you talking about? I'm not moaning, I'm quoting facts.

Get off your high horse.

Just enjoy the win, man. Bloody hell. Debbie Downer (google it).

[scawsby steve]

With the goal difference we are 9 points from safety,with performance today there is hope we can get out of it

It’s slightly better, at 8 points. Some clubs have games in hand though.

It's as good as 9 points with the goal difference, CBCB. We'll never make that amount up.

A proper ray of sunshine, as ever.

What the f*ck are you talking about? I'm not moaning, I'm quoting facts.

Get off your high horse.

Just enjoy the win, man. Bloody hell. Debbie Downer (google it).

How's the sun in California? We don't get much of it in Donny, I can tell you.

[PDX_Rover]

Well.... I *almost* posted yesterday that the most Rovers thing to do would be to go there and win and put on a brilliant performance. But I thought it too outrageous to dare think about it.

There was nothing lucky about that win. It wasn't a smash and grab. What I saw today was a team together, working really hard for each other, with a game plan and absolute discipline. From back to front, Rovers were outstanding today. Mitchell didn't put a foot wrong - excellent command and made the saves he needed to. The back three of Willaims, Oluwu and Younger were resolute and really well-organized. Matt Smith just gets better. He and Rowe chased everything. We won more second balls today than I've seen in ages. Charlie Seaman is some player, by the way. I've been impressed by him from day one and I hope he's tied to a decent length contract. Rowe was superb today. Here. There. Every-f**king-where.... The new left back - streets ahead of Horton. Night and day. Sorry Brandon.

And the front three were fantastic. Reo took his goal well but all three tracked back and got stuck in. Martin is a great asset in that free role. He made things happen today. Still a bit lightweight at times and needs quicker decision making but he's some player.

Hard to pick a MOM from a great team performance but I have to choose Mitchell - after Tuesday, what a way to come back.

We kick on from that I hope. Massive credit to Gary, Frank and Glyn Hodges - excellent stuff.

I think, in 47 years watching Rovers, given the circumstances, the injuries, the number of new players brought in, that's in my top 10 games.

In your top 10 games in 47 years. That’s some statement PDX

Well done to all those who went today. How many did go, do you know?

600 there today.

It is a big statement CR but given the circumstances, that was thrilling to watch. Absolutely brilliant.

[PDX_Rover]

With the goal difference we are 9 points from safety,with performance today there is hope we can get out of it

It’s slightly better, at 8 points. Some clubs have games in hand though.

It's as good as 9 points with the goal difference, CBCB. We'll never make that amount up.

A proper ray of sunshine, as ever.

What the f*ck are you talking about? I'm not moaning, I'm quoting facts.

Get off your high horse.

Just enjoy the win, man. Bloody hell. Debbie Downer (google it).

How's the sun in California? We don't get much of it in Donny, I can tell you.

It’s nice, ta. I miss Donny though. I really do.

[Campsall rover]

There cannot be many sides that we have as good an away record against. Last five league away games at Fratton Park has delivered 3 wins and 2 draws. We haven’t lost there since 2011.

4 wins, 2 draws and one defeat at Fratton Park since our run of matches in The Championship and League 1 started in 2010

[Campsall rover]

Well.... I *almost* posted yesterday that the most Rovers thing to do would be to go there and win and put on a brilliant performance. But I thought it too outrageous to dare think about it.

There was nothing lucky about that win. It wasn't a smash and grab. What I saw today was a team together, working really hard for each other, with a game plan and absolute discipline. From back to front, Rovers were outstanding today. Mitchell didn't put a foot wrong - excellent command and made the saves he needed to. The back three of Willaims, Oluwu and Younger were resolute and really well-organized. Matt Smith just gets better. He and Rowe chased everything. We won more second balls today than I've seen in ages. Charlie Seaman is some player, by the way. I've been impressed by him from day one and I hope he's tied to a decent length contract. Rowe was superb today. Here. There. Every-f**king-where.... The new left back - streets ahead of Horton. Night and day. Sorry Brandon.

And the front three were fantastic. Reo took his goal well but all three tracked back and got stuck in. Martin is a great asset in that free role. He made things happen today. Still a bit lightweight at times and needs quicker decision making but he's some player.

Hard to pick a MOM from a great team performance but I have to choose Mitchell - after Tuesday, what a way to come back.

We kick on from that I hope. Massive credit to Gary, Frank and Glyn Hodges - excellent stuff.

I think, in 47 years watching Rovers, given the circumstances, the injuries, the number of new players brought in, that's in my top 10 games.

In your top 10 games in 47 years. That’s some statement PDX

Well done to all those who went today. How many did go, do you know?

600 there today.

It is a big statement CR but given the circumstances, that was thrilling to watch. Absolutely brilliant.

600 that’s far more than I thought we would take. Brilliant. That’s a fantastic effort seeing we are bottom and on the back of a 5-0 home defeat.

[Filo]

There cannot be many sides that we have as good an away record against. Last five league away games at Fratton Park has delivered 3 wins and 2 draws. We haven’t lost there since 2011.

4 wins, 2 draws and one defeat at Fratton Park since our run of matches in The Championship and League 1 started in 2010

We’ve played them in L2 as well, in fact we let them win it

[ColinDouglasHandshake]

Some gracious comments from the mackems on their forums:

'Donny did what they came to do. They weren't intimidated by the crowd, or the Defoe hype, did their job and used the home crowd against us. Can't knock them, fair do's. I actually hope they survive....'

'I have to say well done to Doncaster. 2-1 flattered us'

[NickDRFC]

Fantastic result, now let’s build on it.

[Campsall rover]

There cannot be many sides that we have as good an away record against. Last five league away games at Fratton Park has delivered 3 wins and 2 draws. We haven’t lost there since 2011.

4 wins, 2 draws and one defeat at Fratton Park since our run of matches in The Championship and League 1 started in 2010

We’ve played them in L2 as well, in fact we let them win it

Oh yes tried to forget that. 

[Chris Black come back]

Our problem has been that though, building on it. Wins are like the few remaining shops open on Hallgate. Surrounded by dross and despair. Hope we can change this!

[ColinDouglasHandshake]

Our problem has been that though, building on it. Wins are like the few remaining shops open on Hallgate. Surrounded by dross and despair. Hope we can change this!

Funny you should say this. I had to visit Donny again a few years back, first time for many a year, and go to a solicitors up Hallgate. I was shocked. From where Mothercare used to be and the Danum hotel there were pawnbrokers and all sorts of shite. Looked and felt like a right dump. Take it it hasn't improved then?

 

[BobG]

Things stacking up against us, a team smarting from their last result, a good home record, new men in charge for the game and us having just been completely outclassed, and apart from a win 60 odd years ago in a cup shock and a solitary point gained in all our league fixtures in the past up there, we have been well beaten even when we have had a good team.
  A surprise 2-1 win then.
   

GENIUS!!

[drfchound]

Things stacking up against us, a team smarting from their last result, a good home record, new men in charge for the game and us having just been completely outclassed, and apart from a win 60 odd years ago in a cup shock and a solitary point gained in all our league fixtures in the past up there, we have been well beaten even when we have had a good team.
  A surprise 2-1 win then.
   

GENIUS!!

All runs come to an end eh.

[River Don]

PDX,

I see football is getting more popular in California, I saw a thing about LAFC. Quite a raucous support they have, with a Latin American vibe going on. The Galaxy traffiico derby looks to be becoming a thing.

I was thinking it would be most typically Rovers to stay up on the last game of the season but that would be ridiculous to expect. Actually going down in heartbreaking fashion on the last day of the season would also be a typically Rovers thing too.

[MagicMartinoWoods]

With the goal difference we are 9 points from safety,with performance today there is hope we can get out of it

It’s slightly better, at 8 points. Some clubs have games in hand though.

It's as good as 9 points with the goal difference, CBCB. We'll never make that amount up.

A proper ray of sunshine, as ever.

What the f*ck are you talking about? I'm not moaning, I'm quoting facts.

Get off your high horse.

"We'll never make that amount up"
That's literally not a fact.

[jm291]

How did Jackson play? Have to say I was so glad to see Horton dropped

[ColinDouglasHandshake]

How did Jackson play? Have to say I was so glad to see Horton dropped

Same here. I feel sorry for Horton though but he just can't defend. I actually think he's better as a forward! 

[MagicMartinoWoods]

Highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMnlV4Hj3Fw&ab_channel=SammySkFootball

[DonnyBazR0ver]

No mention of Ro Shaun Williams who according to Hoden had his best game yet and considering he's just back from injury, he's done well and to last the full 90.

I was concerned with Knoyle having to sit out but the whole back 5 including Jackson and Younger at full backs have done us proud.

We all know in sport, the mentality can change with players beginning to perform and believing in what they're doing.

Another step towards turning the ship around.

[Chris Black come back]

Williams has been very suspect all season, so if he had a good game today against excellent opposition, this can only be a good sign.

[Arsenal Of The North]

Williams was solid in the middle of a back 3, had plenty of cover and support, the back 3 worked really well today. Against a pretty static attack force mind, but you can only play what’s in front of you.

I’ve been a critic of Williams to date, but today with good support he had a good game. It can only benefit us for him to improve on this to keep his shirt because he’s going to have Anderson to contend with in a matter of weeks

[Sammy Chung was King]

Some players will never be praised, every side in the land has its whipping boy for that clubs fans. Ro-Williams for some will always get that criticism. I don’t think anybody in the side had a bad game, otherwise we couldn’t have won the game today. A really good team effort.

[dickos1]

Brilliant result. What a confidence booster that should be.

Have to win v Ipswich and Pompey and we can believe in the miracle.

I know we are 99% down but it’s that 1% that kills you.

We don’t need to win both those games to stay up,
There’s a long way to go and if we can get another 6 points from the next 4 games we’ve done remarkable in the 8 very tough games we’ve had

[ColinDouglasHandshake]

I think Knoyle needed a break to be kind to him. I don't think he's shown much this season. Grafts but i don't realise he's playing most of the time. I seemed to notice him a lot more early in the season when he used to make frequent forays forward but now just stays put and goes about things quietly. Which isn't a bad thing but he's been lightweight for much of the season IMO.

Hopefully he can return to the side and be a bit more like the Knoyle i thought we had signed.