Academy & U21s

[Snarley02]

21's game on MUTV tonight 

[Exiled_Rover]

1 hour ago, Snarley02 said:

21's game on MUTV tonight 

That's a v, v young team.

[AllRoverAsia]

Losing 2-0 at HT.

All MU, we have barely got forward at all.

[Exiled_Rover]

That's unwatchable with that commentary.

[Snarley02]

Scoreline a bit flattering to Rovers. Lacked a bit of quality all over the pitch. Eastman played well.

[bluebruce]

Scoreline was 2-1 to Manure if anyone is wondering. Ben Fyles with our goal.

[arbitro]

We were hugely flattered by the scoreline tonight as United outplayed us, missed a host of chances and found Eastham in top form. I thought we looked a bit weary particularly in the first half when United dominated. We were much better in the second half and competed much better. Interestingly for all their dominance United got four players booked to our one.

[bazza]

Is Eastham as good as Pears who was MOM last time out for the first team?

[arbitro]

8 hours ago, bazza said:

Is Eastham as good as Pears who was MOM last time out for the first team?

He dropped a real bollock for United's first goal last night but then made some terrific saves. His kicking is better than both Kaminski or Pears. He does lack a bit of stature but if they wanted to send Pears out I would say Eastham is more than capable of being a second keeper.

[Sweaty Gussets]

9 hours ago, bazza said:

Is Eastham as good as Pears who was MOM last time out for the first team?

Out of contract this summer apparently, along with the other young keeper (Hilton??). 

[briansol]

51 minutes ago, arbitro said:

He dropped a real bollock for United's first goal last night but then made some terrific saves. His kicking is better than both Kaminski or Pears. He does lack a bit of stature but if they wanted to send Pears out I would say Eastham is more than capable of being a second keeper.

I agree. He's is quite similar to David Raya as keeper. Smaller stature, but agile and very good with his feet. The question marks would be the same as a young version of Raya. How commanding in the box will he be? Will he fluff the crosses/corners against big senior pros? A loan might be the best option similar to what Raya did.

[arbitro]

1 hour ago, briansol said:

I agree. He's is quite similar to David Raya as keeper. Smaller stature, but agile and very good with his feet. The question marks would be the same as a young version of Raya. How commanding in the box will he be? Will he fluff the crosses/corners against big senior pros? A loan might be the best option similar to what Raya did.

He was at Lancaster in the NPL on loan earlier this season. If he is going out on loan they should be looking at least for an EFL or similar standard club.

[arbitro]

I got an email from the club yesterday about the Celtic game tonight. For anybody who has bought tickets already please note the bit in bold. It's a really strange one and reads that you won't need photographic identification of you are buying tickets on the night. Only Rovers could come up with something so ambiguous.

View this email online HERE https://newsletter.rovers.co.uk/c/0YIQ18tj1Ek/media/CLUB-NEWS-HEADER.jpg NEWS  TICKETS SHOP VIDEO https://newsletter.rovers.co.uk/c/XJVzNfTr4sSrK4K-beKzHA/media/EMAIL%20TEMPLATE%20(6).png Our U21s take on Celtic in their final Premier League International Cup group match at the County Ground (Leyland) tomorrow evening (7pm kick-off). Before heading to Leyland, please take time to read the following information to enhance your experience. When travelling to the stadium, supporters are reminded to check public transport notices for any disruption. Train information can be found by clicking here and local traffic updates can be followed by clicking here.  For supporters using SatNav directions, please use the following address to locate the County Ground: County Ground, Thurston Rd, Leyland PR25 2LF, United Kingdom. The on-site 12-space car park operates a pay & display system. Supporters who have already purchased tickets for this match MUST bring the digital or paper ticket along with photo identification to be presented on arrival at the turnstile. Additional tickets will be available at the turnstiles at a cost of £5 for adults and £2 for concessions. Please note, payment for tickets on the gate must be paid in cash.

[rigger]

1 hour ago, arbitro said:

I got an email from the club yesterday about the Celtic game tonight. For anybody who has bought tickets already please note the bit in bold. It's a really strange one and reads that you won't need photographic identification of you are buying tickets on the night. Only Rovers could come up with something so ambiguous.

View this email online HERE https://newsletter.rovers.co.uk/c/0YIQ18tj1Ek/media/CLUB-NEWS-HEADER.jpg NEWS  TICKETS SHOP VIDEO https://newsletter.rovers.co.uk/c/XJVzNfTr4sSrK4K-beKzHA/media/EMAIL TEMPLATE (6).png Our U21s take on Celtic in their final Premier League International Cup group match at the County Ground (Leyland) tomorrow evening (7pm kick-off). Before heading to Leyland, please take time to read the following information to enhance your experience. When travelling to the stadium, supporters are reminded to check public transport notices for any disruption. Train information can be found by clicking here and local traffic updates can be followed by clicking here.  For supporters using SatNav directions, please use the following address to locate the County Ground: County Ground, Thurston Rd, Leyland PR25 2LF, United Kingdom. The on-site 12-space car park operates a pay & display system. Supporters who have already purchased tickets for this match MUST bring the digital or paper ticket along with photo identification to be presented on arrival at the turnstile. Additional tickets will be available at the turnstiles at a cost of £5 for adults and £2 for concessions. Please note, payment for tickets on the gate must be paid in cash.

The reason could be that Leyland haven't got readers for the tickets. So you could buy one ticket and print it off loads of times. Without photo ID there is no way of telling if the holder is entitled to the ticket.  

[roverandout]

Are there any decent up and coming strikers in the academy? I think we'll need one 

[rigger]

1 hour ago, roverandout said:

Are there any decent up and coming strikers in the academy? I think we'll need one 

Sam Burns.

[rigger]

I usually go to U21s games. But I can't be arsed tonight, even though I have already bought a ticket. This transfer debacle has pissed me off.

[BankEnd Rover]

Sounds like Thomas is a handful already. 

[bluebruce]

4 hours ago, roverandout said:

Are there any decent up and coming strikers in the academy? I think we'll need one 

Harry Leonard very nearly made the matchday squad against Brum. Was the 19th man and travelled down.

[Tyrone Shoelaces]

2 minutes ago, bluebruce said:

Harry Leonard very nearly made the matchday squad against Brum. Was the 19th man and travelled down.

He was on the bench on Saturday.

[bluebruce]

1 minute ago, Tyrone Shoelaces said:

He was on the bench on Saturday.

Didn't realise, just heard about the away match. Doing well then, we will see if he gets his debut this season now Hirst is gone and we've signed no bugger.

[Sweaty Gussets]

Rovers 2-0 up. Edun and Leonard

[CD_93]

Thomas assist.

[Sweaty Gussets]

3 minutes ago, CD_93 said:

Thomas assist.

Which goal?

[Sweaty Gussets]