El Junior

As a 'Well fan who's seen a bit, tonight was one of them, as a stand alone game, on it's own, to be proud of. However as many have said, rightly, job half done. Irony for me that again when it came to the 'big' game,as with us on several occasions, McCall didn't deliver. I hope this trend continues........

As a 'Well fan who's seen a bit, tonight was one of them, as a stand alone game, on it's own, to be proud of. However as many have said, rightly, job half done. Irony for me that again when it came to the 'big' game,as with us on several occasions, McCall didn't deliver. I hope this trend continues........

Similar type of team to last years second leg vs Levante, again following 0-2 reverse at home, would be my prediction for Thursday. A mix of young/fringe players and a few experienced players, with some of the more established first teamers left at home. Didn't agree with it totally last year, but if the same happens again and the 'priority' is the weekends league game, then it puts a bit more pressure on the manager to get a result in the league match.

Anywhere in the region of 8,500 would be superb but i cant see it. Somewhere between 6,000 and 7,000 is far more likely in my opinion, however with that being split over the three stands that'll be open it should create a good atmosphere.

Right sided. Though would like to see ZFA being given more opportunity further forward this season. Made a big contribution to a bit of a turning point in our season last year, County at home pre Xmas.

Would be very surprised if by the end of the window, though I'd hope before then, we don't have a new wide player, be it a loan or permanent deal. Most likely right sided, and who has a bit of pace, and hopefully some decent ability as well. Can't see McCall not bringing, or planning to bring, one in given its been a big part of the success his teams have enjoyed.

Not sure if this is the right place, but on the subject of first choice goalkeeper. Do people think its Hollis or Gunnar between the posts on Thursday? Given team selection last night, it would indicate Hollis. Personally, I would hope it's not. But two home pre season games, two starts, and the final one being the best part of 70 mins behind what seems to be the first pick defence all points to that. Though maybe that was McCall trying to confuse the Russians, though I doubt it.

Friday night improved my thoughts on the black kit, seeing it in the flesh so to speak it was decent. Having said that for me it's more of a third kit (though I do like the current blue effort) as it lacks a bit of claret and/or amber, as I generally like our away kit to have some reference to our colours. Best 'away kit i'd like' and have seen,and agreeing with a previous post, is watfords away. Similar design obviously with both clubs being puma, but really smart strip.

Anywhere but Russia or any other country that involves the need for visas/paperwork. And not Swansea either. It might be logistically ideal but to me it's not a proper European trip when you don't even leave the British Isles.

Would make sense that I suppose. Wouldn't be averse to Sutton returning, assuming Higdon is leaving.

So who's the SPL striker we're supposedly targeting? I guess all will be revealed in the mornings paper.

I'll second that, a great summing up.

Lads that played done us proud tonight. They didn't deserve, in my opinion, to lose tonights game. Having said that they've set their standards tonight, and given the managers focus has been on Sunday for a long time, pressure on him for a result with the non fit players back in I'd presume. Especially pleased for pagey, often hard done by over the past few seasons, thought he was really good.

Certainly our worst Euro campaign since 2008/09.

Thankfully they're not all wanting to go to the game tomorrow. Can you imagine the ticket scramble!!!! (I jest!!) In all seriousness, I know where you're coming from, but in reality 6,000 home fans at £25 a pop is well up on our normal home gate so fair play I'd say. As long as everyone gets behind the team, regardless of number, surely that's the main thing.

If that info is correct, with the two European ties this year at the same time as season tickets due and on the back of summer holiday time, and taking everything else into account, to potentially average 7,500 over the 2 home matches (with very little away support) I'd say that's pretty good.

Fair do's, cheers for that. Was more worried about the poor soul who may have got the ticket for the 'seat' between us!!!!

The away tickets have no date or kick off time on them, surely thats a first. Ticket office did confirm it's a 2045 ko next Thurs, need to check if that's uk watch or Spanish watch time. Also was told all the tickets were even numbered seats, as got given two 'together' and when I asked about the seat numbers (asiento) not being two consecutive numbers that was the explanation given. Anyone else notice this?

I'd guess there'll be a similar amount as the Pana game. Hopefully be wrong and they bring a few to add to the atmosphere but I can't see it.

You could be right, if we take around that figure it'd be a great turnout considering it's the second European trip in a matter of weeks.

This team finished one point behind Atletico Madrid last season, who are the defending champions and winners twice out the last three years of the Europa league. Admittedly I think most folk who keep an eye on Spanish fitba will realise they over achieved last season, but the same could be said of ourselves. I'd say a very solid chance over two legs is an admirable outlook but a tad excessive.

A week to the draw, and while I understand there is some form of draw after the ties are decided to determine who is the home team for the first leg etc, does anyone have any idea how they determine the day of the actual games as it appears Tuesday and Wednesday are both possibilities, and potentially when this might be confirmed. Just a thought as could affect travel plans.

Same with the home kit too.

Suggestions and opinions. Starter, stevie h v the sheep at home a few weeks back. Any others?

Was just an observation. First instinct at the game was he tucked it away with authority!!