Main Stand Banter

Is still OK to park on B&Q for the match? I've given up my usual parking spot for today.

Of course, he's got a lot to learn but he's our best keeper at the moment, he's our keeper so let's give the lad our best support.

Agreed, I'll be devasted when we go down but Shez has given us our club back and we'll come back stronger. Lots of teams have gone down and comeback so will we..... Oh when the Bluueesss

I've watched latics long enough now to say we're going down this year.

after 20 yrs in lege one I don't care anymore

this time next yr we will be in the top 7 with talk of a Wembley wknd an goin up

with the same crowd we get now

Good appointment for me. Manager knows him and he knows this league and he's not Dean Holden!!!

Totally agree. Quality post. Come on u Bluuueeesss

I've felt as miserable as everyone about this season's performances, but tomorrow is the world's greatest cup competition and Latics are underdogs. It's Lancashire v Yorkshire and a chance to wipe the smirk off Nigel Adkins' face. It's a game we only need to avoid losing to be in the draw with the Greedy League clubs. It's us against the world. Plus it's an opportunity to visit the Sheffield Tap. It's one not to be missed.

Just think how good it would be if he scored the winner on Boxing Day!!!!

Can we start blaming Dean Holden yet?

Yes, why is he still at the club?

Whether he goes immediately or further down the line when it costs the club less, or nothing, to get rid (although I've heard he's paid peanuts) I'd like to think a manager who spent most of his career in the top flight could bring in a better assistant

and coaching team...

Agreed. We need to back the manager and let him bring in his own man. Really important and if we don't we're setting up another guy to fail.

Let him train the kids then, he shouldnt be allowed within sight of the first team squad.

Agreed

I'm sure Dean is a nice bloke and a good coach but he's failed here and should leave NOW with Kelly. His record is awful and was equally as bad when he was a player.

Let's hope we don't make an even bigger mistake by keeping Dean Holden at the club.

At least a pub team manager has actually managed a team!!!!!

The best the dressing room has been???? Just a pity that the results have been terrible and relegation form.

Why is Dean Holden involved? It's a results business and since he's come to the club ours have been very poor.

Agree about the poor ref but needs to set an example. He's excellent for 90% of the game but then let's himself down.

Two defenders in charge and we can't defend basic set pieces. The goals conceded today were as as poor as you will see anywhere.

I rate Adam Lockwood but he let himself down today. As assistant manager he's in a position of responsibility and his two bookings were like a rough arse Sunday league player.

Judging by his reaction I think he knew it as well. Feel sorry for Dean Holden as he's put his trust in him to be a leader on the pitch.

It'll end in tears.

That area is the best part of the ground. True fans who support the team but like to have a laugh as well. I sit there and they were few complaints from those around me.

Whatever your opinion I thought the atmosphere was excellent everywhere and despite the ending it was just the sort of game we all needed. I'm confident if we can get/keep everyone fit we won't be far away come May.

Like most I'm just looking forward to the game. However many are there I hope we all join together and get behind the team. Remember the one thing we have in common it's the CLUB WE LOVE whether it's the Premier League, Wembley or 18 years in League One.

Come on u BLUUUEEESSS

First thing is the true fans who were split over the signing need to end their differences and come together for the good of OUR club this will be easier said than done and Saturday could be tough.

In over 30 years watching Latics I think the Donny game is one of the most important in terms team performance and result that I'll have experienced.

As for the sponsors the jokers that are Nandos and Mecca bingo I certainly wouldn't have them back.

I went to the Stalybridge v Stockport game last week and there was a walking football game on at HT. At first I thought it would be funny but you could tell some of them had played in the past. Quite entertaining with a couple of good finishes.

Mind you watching Latics any finish is appreciated.

Oh dear do you really think this has anything to the performance on the pitch?

For me the current CEO is doing an exceptional job in very difficult circumstances. If it's tough watching Latics at the moment it must be stressful working there 24-7?

Whilst we might not agree with the loan signings they've been successfully administered often at great speed, a new stand is being built and several off-the field issues (notably Montano) have been very well handled.

The staff at the club do an excellent job for me and once we start winning (which we will) no-one will question their ability.