FA CUP 3rd round draw

[Davideeyore]

It's disgusting. They're just taking the P. Both clubs need to make a stand and say it's not something they will accept. We should for sure be opposed as we've already had to do this once before and that's why I think they're taking the P.

 

[caughtbythefuzz]

My two lads are absolutely gutted, I had said to them that I'd do my best to get them tickets to go (we're from Peterborough and often watch Posh). It's just not feasible to come on a Thursday now.

My 7 year olds last words to me tonight was that he was writing to Santa to get him to change the game to a Sunday

 

[Marius57]

Truly pathetic scheduling. Not a single thought towards the actual fans. There aren’t even any trains for their fans.

 

[Dario Terracotta]

Just yet another example of the wanton disregard for loyal fans up and down the country,we had it last year for the palace away cup tie again on a Thursday night,these organisations are killing the goose who originally laid the golden egg.

 

[PhilM]

Truly pathetic scheduling. Not a single thought towards the actual fans. There aren’t even any trains for their fans.

They aren’t arsed about match-attending fans; this farcical choice is for TV audiences and betting markets.

 

[JimEFC_2]

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Criminal they've ignored Leeds v Harrogate for (probably) one of Villa v Wham or that southern plastic hardman derby of Millwall vs Dagenham.
Harrogate going to Elland Road is enormous for them, I'd imagine the biggest game in their history. Like Salford going to Man City. But no Millwall v Daggers might have some shirtless, England flag chest tattoo, mid-life crisis vibes so let's show that.

 

[BlueStevie35]

They aren’t arsed about match-attending fans; this farcical choice is for TV audiences and betting markets.

Not even on proper tv, it’s on the BBC’s streaming service. All serviced to give the Sky darlings more chances to play pointless games abroad or extend European competitions

 

[macst]

I'm guessing this is a logistical decision due to both ourselves and the other lot getting home ties. I can't remember a weekend where were both at home, one Saturday one Sunday

Off the top of my head - QF weekend 95, pretty sure they lost at home on the Saturday to Spurs and we beat the Geordies at home on the Sunday. An age ago, granted, but I guess it proves it’s doable if they want.

 

[Marius57]

Makes even less sense considering the Kopites are playing Accrington Stanley. Which is 45 miles away and means away fans can actually attend.

 

[Jacko93]

Thing is, Accrington Stanley are much closer and wouldn't have the same issues getting to/from ona day other than Saturday. Just put somebody else on TV, not even us, norrarsed, and let actual fans actually enjoy THEIR game. The FA seem to be doing their upmost recently to destroy the game.

 

[Simo]

My two lads are absolutely gutted, I had said to them that I'd do my best to get them tickets to go (we're from Peterborough and often watch Posh). It's just not feasible to come on a Thursday now.

My 7 year olds last words to me tonight was that he was writing to Santa to get him to change the game to a Sunday

Put in for the school holiday special request now on the basis that is a one-off event not to be missed? Suspect a few will not be attending*.

Still some good hotel prices atm, we're talking less than £70 for city centre or docks, on a prepayment (refundable ) rate. Train prices in advance also decent.Turn it into a positive and see it as a little holiday for them. The saving on the hotel alone will pay for the fine


*Nb... it's not something I condone btw, ahem

 

[Preki]

Criminal they've ignored Leeds v Harrogate for (probably) one of Villa v Wham or that southern plastic hardman derby of Millwall vs Dagenham.
Harrogate going to Elland Road is enormous for them, I'd imagine the biggest game in their history. Like Salford going to Man City. But no Millwall v Daggers might have some shirtless, England flag chest tattoo, mid-life crisis vibes so let's show that.

To be fair to Dagenham fans they are ok. Probably get a load of West ham causing bother though I imagine.

 

[mahermi1]

Makes even less sense considering the Kopites are playing Accrington Stanley. Which is 45 miles away and means away fans can actually attend.

And most of them will be flying in anyway

 

[toffeemax]

Could have rearranged the derby for that week on say the Wednesday, but as we're now playing on the Thursday, it makes it impossible

 

[Sharpattack]

Every cloud etc etc but it suits me flying over.