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Post by CH3STER on Aug 22, 2017 16:49:56 GMT
******#BlueMonday – it’s time…
There’s no pretending – it has been a frustrating few months with the lack of victories at the Swansway Chester Stadium.
Everybody at the Club is as desperate as all of our loyal fans to reverse our fortunes at home.
So it is, that we are reaching out to the people who we always seem to ask for help in times of need – our fantastic supporters!
We completely respect your frustration, your right to offer an opinion and your right to criticise. But, for 90 minutes on Monday, we ask you to turn up in your numbers. Let’s create an environment which will inspire the players to greater things, and to show the true passion and qualities of Chester FC fans.
We promise to do our bit, and the players understand their responsibility and the impact they can have in lifting the crowd – just like they did in the second half against Sutton on Saturday.
We genuinely appreciate all of your support – and three points on Bank Holiday Monday against Cheshire rivals Macclesfield would be the perfect way to kickstart a good run of results at home.
The Club are preparing hard for a busy Bank Holiday weekend of National League action – starting this Saturday at Aldershot.
COME ON YOU BLUES!****
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Good statement by the club - looking forward to getting behind Macca & the boys this weekend.
I OWE CITY
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Post by Firestick Frank on Aug 22, 2017 16:52:02 GMT
Shows the state we find ourselves in with this clueless manager that the club have deemed fit to unveil the begging bowl four games into the season.
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Post by agl on Aug 22, 2017 17:17:39 GMT
It's called a rallying cry. Good idea to try to get the fans behind the team rather than focusing on the manager. How depressing that someone is already trying to pour cold water over a genuine attempt to create a good atmosphere at home. God help us with fans like this.
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Post by Hannibal on Aug 22, 2017 17:20:57 GMT
Sorry, but I won't be there. I needed a holday, a rest from the frustration of it all. I implore the club not to daly. I remember Mad Terry relinquishing the reins after 26 games for Ian Aitkins to take over, but it was too late. He needs to be gone after 11 or 12 games unless there is a massive upturn, which seems a remote possibility.
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Post by bing on Aug 22, 2017 17:23:25 GMT
Shows the state we find ourselves in with this clueless manager that the club have deemed fit to unveil the begging bowl four games into the season. Really? Are people ever happy? Sometimes you just have to laugh! |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2017 17:25:58 GMT
I can't ever recall a club statement worded in that way, the cynic in me reads it and thinks the Club knows it's in trouble and is almost pleading with the fans to be "nice and polite" on Monday.
I, for one, will be there on Monday and am more than willing to give my vocal support providing it's warranted.
I don't, and never will, hurl personal abuse towards the manager but would have no qualms about criticising him if I see more of the same.
Either way, it's really is a sorry state of affairs that it's come to this
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Post by CH3STER on Aug 22, 2017 17:49:01 GMT
Not enough has been made of us being shafted by the Solihull fixture. I do understand fans being frustrated at the poor home form from last season but I'm surprised by the strong reaction of some on here calling on fellow fans to boycott games. I can't help but think that if that Solihull game had been played and we had won 1 nil then we would currently be sitting 13th, not an amazing start but not awful.
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Post by muchwenlock on Aug 22, 2017 18:18:34 GMT
Maybe some more attacking tactics by the manager would help as well
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Post by bluecestrian on Aug 22, 2017 18:31:43 GMT
Not enough has been made of us being shafted by the Solihull fixture. I do understand fans being frustrated at the poor home form from last season but I'm surprised by the strong reaction of some on here calling on fellow fans to boycott games. I can't help but think that if that Solihull game had been played and we had won 1 nil then we would currently be sitting 13th, not an amazing start but not awful. you should consider posting on dc1 ch3ster, things are a lot more positive over there, with the exception of Sychdyn Blue, who is a miserable bastard on both forums |
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Post by whopper1 on Aug 22, 2017 18:53:52 GMT
How many do they think will turn up when we get tossed by Aldershot on Saturday
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Post by CH3STER on Aug 22, 2017 19:07:00 GMT
I just think some 'fans' should stop damaging the club by boycotting or creating a toxic atmosphere. Trust the people we have elected to run the club to make good decisions and in the meantime support our players and staff, they obviously need it. It hurts that we haven't started this season very well but I couldn't imagine boycotting or verbally abusing our manager from the stands
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Post by CH3STER on Aug 22, 2017 19:08:05 GMT
With an away following from Macc I would say 1600
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Post by Anders on Aug 22, 2017 19:11:20 GMT
How many do they think will turn up when we get tossed by Aldershot on Saturday Spare a thought for those of us daft enough to make that trip! With Euston closed and Waterloo partly closed it’s a pretty big diversion, currently street viewing the walk required between North Camp and Ash Vale. I know I’m nuts. Need to show some attacking intent and let the shackles off as it’s all been a bit meek and powderpuff so far with these defensive tactics. I’d accept it to an extent on Saturday obviously but not Monday. Can’t go in to home games like we have been. |
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Post by whopper1 on Aug 22, 2017 19:15:26 GMT
How many do they think will turn up when we get tossed by Aldershot on Saturday Spare a thought for those of us daft enough to make that trip! With Euston closed and Waterloo partly closed it’s a pretty big diversion, currently street viewing the walk required between North Camp and Ash Vale. I know I’m nuts. Need to show some attacking intent and let the shackles off as it’s all been a bit meek and powderpuff so far with these defensive tactics. I’d accept it to an extent on Saturday obviously but not Monday. Can’t go in to home games like we have been. good luck with ur trip anders,I've only done Aldershot once, the year we won the conference in the pouring rain and the same day as england winning the rugby world cup. |
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Post by Lobster on Aug 22, 2017 19:35:03 GMT
It's a nice and very human statement from the club, but I still think "McCarthy leaves position as Chester FC manager" is the only statement needed. With all the will in the world, the supporters aren't going to be able to sort this problem out.
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Post by MOC on Aug 22, 2017 19:47:55 GMT
Regarding next Monday, have the club made any effort to try and do something to mark the 25th anniversary of the Deva being opened given it's the closest game in date to it? Seems a bit of a wasted opportunity if literally nothing is done.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2017 19:55:24 GMT
Regarding next Monday, have the club made any effort to try and do something to mark the 25th anniversary of the Deva being opened given it's the closest game in date to it? Seems a bit of a wasted opportunity if literally nothing is done. Strange how there's barely been a peep, even on the social media accounts. 25th anniversary is a big deal and there's probably some money to be made from it too |
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Post by banksy on Aug 22, 2017 20:00:04 GMT
Regarding next Monday, have the club made any effort to try and do something to mark the 25th anniversary of the Deva being opened given it's the closest game in date to it? Seems a bit of a wasted opportunity if literally nothing is done. I had asked the Red Arrows if they'd consider doing a flypast again to mark the occasion but sadly we missed out due to them leaving Hawarden Airport next Monday morning rather than the afternoon. Shame as that would've been a nice way to mark the anniversary and also with it being the Cheshire Derby but there you go. Hopefully the rallying call will work and get as many down there as possible. If we can start the game the way we played in the second half it would at least get the crowd all round the ground going. |
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Post by tarvinblue on Aug 22, 2017 20:37:04 GMT
Good see the club making a statement and showing some sort of empathy towards the situation. Although most of us wished the statement to be announcing the end of McCarthy's reign, taken on face value, it at least shows they are listening. All we can do is get down to the Deva on Monday and do our bit. It's a Cheshire derby and a massive game, even at this early stage of the season. If the performance is anything like it was on Saturday, and has been many times over the last 9 months, then people will be fully justified to voice their opinions and I would expect imminent action to end JM's tenure at that point. Let's be honest, they can't keep putting out rallying calls such as this if performances continue, expecting fans to turn out and hand over their £18. Ultimately this situation will only be resolved by JM changing his whole approach and us winning some games of football - that will bring fans back through the gate off their own free will. I'd like to think, based on this statement, this has been made absolutely clear to him. One win won't change anything for me, it's about what happens over an extended period of time, but we desperately need 3 points.
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Post by dmcnally on Aug 22, 2017 20:51:02 GMT
Can't believe I'm missing this one due to currently being on holiday in Spain (I know I'm crazy being gutted about that!!) but I'm helping the lads in the Harry Mac plan a few things. Flags, banners and all that. Get down and show your support.
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Post by gone4eva on Aug 22, 2017 20:54:15 GMT
I had asked the Red Arrows if they'd consider doing a flypast This would have been a fantastic thing to see - really sad they declined. Perhaps someone could email Airbus and see if they could get the Beluga to take off just before kick off on Monday? |
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Post by spencerwhelanleftpeg on Aug 22, 2017 21:02:22 GMT
Tarvin like yourself I hope that he has been told in no uncertain terms that a different approach must be adopted on Monday. Agreed that is shows that they are listening to the general discontent. Call me cynical but at the same time this is surely rather embarrassing this rallying cry.
I agree that the Solihull postponement has shafted us somewhat. I still feel on the basis of the entirety of this year that we have already reached the enough is enough stage. Lack of action by the board thus far remains unacceptable. Any one who sees it differently just isn't in the real world?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2017 21:04:31 GMT
i will be there monday supporting the players on the pitch what ever happens from Saturday onwards happens i just want to see them go for it for a full game and stop being so negative
must admit coming away from macclesfield home game last season i thought they showed us how to play some top quality football men against boys throughout
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Post by eyeswideopen on Aug 22, 2017 21:04:39 GMT
I had asked the Red Arrows if they'd consider doing a flypast This would have been a fantastic thing to see - really sad they declined. Perhaps someone could email Airbus and see if they could get the Beluga to take off just before kick off on Monday? If it dropped a couple of wing(ers) off JM would play them both out of position |
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Post by soulseal on Aug 22, 2017 21:07:24 GMT
Really glad of the intent to make Monday buzz. Many of us have watched Chester for many years and the have witnessed results being worse in previous years and I don't get the level of aggressive anger to the club/manager that some have.
I can see the failings of the manager at the moment and I still believe he can turn this round. The Players also have to take some responsibility too.
Still confident we can make something of this season.
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Post by Rio Doherty on Aug 22, 2017 21:18:34 GMT
Well written statement from the club, who have obviously been listening to the fans. I know that we are all frustrated, but we still need to get behind the lads so that we can help them to get the overdue home win. We can play a massive part. Hopefully it will happen on Monday against Macc. COYB.
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Post by noddy on Aug 22, 2017 21:19:55 GMT
Really glad of the intent to make Monday buzz. Many of us have watched Chester for many years and the have witnessed results being worse in previous years and I don't get the level of aggressive anger to the club/manager that some have. I can see the failings of the manager at the moment and I still believe he can turn this round. The Players also have to take some responsibility too. Still confident we can make something of this season. Have we ever gone as long without a home win?? 18 games and no home wins since December 16. I admire your optimism but cannot see this manager turning it around. It's only a matter of time for me before he is quite rightly shown the door, from his interviews to him having a go back at supporters on the touchline i dont get this "nice/likeable" persona either. He certainly doesn't come across that way to me anyway. |
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Post by Forever Blue on Aug 22, 2017 23:53:36 GMT
Fair play to the club but to give out a rallying cry so early in the season says it all really, I will go but if we are served up the same rubbish then that will be it for me until the club take action.
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Post by Forever Blue on Aug 23, 2017 0:01:58 GMT
Regarding next Monday, have the club made any effort to try and do something to mark the 25th anniversary of the Deva being opened given it's the closest game in date to it? Seems a bit of a wasted opportunity if literally nothing is done. I had asked the Red Arrows if they'd consider doing a flypast again to mark the occasion but sadly we missed out due to them leaving Hawarden Airport next Monday morning rather than the afternoon. Shame as that would've been a nice way to mark the anniversary and also with it being the Cheshire Derby but there you go. Hopefully the rallying call will work and get as many down there as possible. If we can start the game the way we played in the second half it would at least get the crowd all round the ground going. They finish the Rhyl Airshow on the Sunday so ship out from Hawarden early Monday shame really. |
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Post by blue4life on Aug 23, 2017 6:21:17 GMT
Cringe that statement from the club, do the decent thing and remove McCarthy.
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