Smiley Culture Posted May 2, 2018 Posted May 2, 2018 That National League is a massive arsehole when you’re a part-time team. On an old game a few years ago, I remember taking Harrogate Town up from the National League North after nearly getting sacked in December, to then spend the next three seasons being stuck in Groundhog Day of fighting relegation battle after relegation battle. The board had no interest in going full-time as the finances weren’t great so it was a case of just battling, though that gets boring after a while.
Guest Posted May 2, 2018 Posted May 2, 2018 49 minutes ago, Smiley Culture said: That National League is a massive arsehole when you’re a part-time team. On an old game a few years ago, I remember taking Harrogate Town up from the National League North after nearly getting sacked in December, to then spend the next three seasons being stuck in Groundhog Day of fighting relegation battle after relegation battle. The board had no interest in going full-time as the finances weren’t great so it was a case of just battling, though that gets boring after a while. I'm not fully part-time (I may be wrong, I'll double check in a bit) but yeah its really difficult if you don't have any money.
Guest Posted May 2, 2018 Posted May 2, 2018 Notts County just got relegated to the Conference. What happened there, Magpies?
Administrator Stan Posted May 3, 2018 Administrator Posted May 3, 2018 1 hour ago, Cannabis said: Didn't win enough games mate. they conceded too many as well.
Guest Posted May 3, 2018 Posted May 3, 2018 @Stan was spot on. I bought a really limited winger called Longelo, but he has 14 pace which immediately cancels out his technical limitations. I should look for more really.
Guest Posted May 3, 2018 Posted May 3, 2018 Predicted to finish 21st, currently in the top 16 and the squad is complaining about underachieving. Couldn't make this up.
Guest Posted May 3, 2018 Posted May 3, 2018 And I lost to Kettering, bottom of the table with just 1 win. FFS
Dave Posted May 3, 2018 Posted May 3, 2018 Kettering were once a giant at that level. Even Gazza played for them.
Guest Posted May 3, 2018 Posted May 3, 2018 5 minutes ago, The Palace Fan said: Kettering were once a giant at that level. Even Gazza played for them. Original club gone bust now no?
Guest Posted May 4, 2018 Posted May 4, 2018 Dropped down a league and now I am at Poole Town. Actually doing quite well too, fighting playoffs. Bell-baggie and Gillepsie my 2 best.
Guest Posted May 4, 2018 Posted May 4, 2018 I hate the non-leagues, such inconsistent results that are uncontrollable. Can't wait to get out of it.
Guest Posted May 4, 2018 Posted May 4, 2018 This game is so fucking scripted. I had been in a playoff spot all season and as soon as march hit, the following happened - Lost 70% of my games - My 40+ goal striker gets a 7 week injury. Replacement doesn't do his job. - Lose 3-2 after being up 2-0, draw 3-3 at home after being up 3-1, draw 4-4 at home to bottom of the table after being up 4-2 in the last 10 minutes. No matter what I do, team talk, XI changes, tactical tweaks, nothing ever changes. So blatantly fucking scripted. Nobody is going to fucking convince me that this was a good season after being predicted to finish bottom. So much effort for us to become the Derby County of the non-leagues. Oh and Bell-Baggie is getting his name changed to Bell-End in the editor.
Guest Posted May 4, 2018 Posted May 4, 2018 Losing to Bath now in another must win. Eventually decided this team deserves a beating. Have fun lads, I'm going home early.
Guest Posted May 4, 2018 Posted May 4, 2018 Lost 9-3 The dopey pricks were actually bothered in not getting smashed but not in winning. Good riddance I say. We relied too much on Gillespie this season.
Guest Posted October 22, 2018 Posted October 22, 2018 After a few struggling starting saves, I've finally got going with this one using Newells Old Boys. My intention is to win the league before the full game comes out. Hopefully I can achieve this. My tactics. I am playing a narrow shaped 5-3-2 WB with shorter passing, overlapping on the left side and on the ground system. Took a few tweaks but it is working quite well so far I have to say.
Administrator Stan Posted October 22, 2018 Administrator Posted October 22, 2018 4 minutes ago, The Palace Fan said: NOB hehe. definitely some subliminal messaging there that's not that subliminal which made him choose that team.
Guest Posted October 22, 2018 Posted October 22, 2018 5 hours ago, Stan said: definitely some subliminal messaging there that's not that subliminal which made him choose that team. I was actually trying to come up with a clever title for this thread, which had to do with the abbreviation "NOB". I'm no comedian though, so if I did try it it would be very unfunny and maybe even cringeworthy
Administrator Stan Posted October 22, 2018 Administrator Posted October 22, 2018 3 minutes ago, Blue said: I was actually trying to come up with a clever title for this thread, which had to do with the abbreviation "NOB". I'm no comedian though, so if I did try it it would be very unfunny and maybe even cringeworthy 'Get your NOB out for the (TF365) lads'
Guest Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Finished my first season with Newells. Finished in 8th which I think is very viable. We have a horrendous setup and I can't even renew contracts because I started so over the wage bill. We had a bad start, but we went on a unbeaten run including results like beating Boca Juniors. Luis Leal was our top scorer with 13 goals, the Sao Tome and Principe man. I also have to give a mention to Victor Figueroa, whom I gave a chance mid season and killed it during Mauro Formica's injury. We've been plagued with injuries in general, but we've managed to find a working formula with the 5-3-2 after I removed the shorter passing. As you can see, we didn't lose for the longest time near the end and technically that run will go into the next season. We were really struggling at one point though and I'm glad I was able to turn it around. I can't complain about those 4 draws near the end either, as the Boca match took out a lot from us and it was mostly away to strong sides. Now next season I really hope I get a budget. I can't renew anyones contract and I need reinforcements. That simple.
Guest Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 I think I have to leave unfortunately. The financial situation here is terrible. I've lost about 6 of my first teamers cos I couldn't renew their contracts and I still can't sign anyone new. I'm considering in starting my main long term save now, would anyone recommend it yet?
Dave Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 Stick with it @Blue and try and bring in players that will suit your system.
Administrator Stan Posted October 23, 2018 Administrator Posted October 23, 2018 1 hour ago, Blue said: I think I have to leave unfortunately. The financial situation here is terrible. I've lost about 6 of my first teamers cos I couldn't renew their contracts and I still can't sign anyone new. I'm considering in starting my main long term save now, would anyone recommend it yet? stick with it! Try and promote from within. Maybe selling some of your best players will work out in the long term by giving you some much-needed financial strength. Can you get a parent club to help get any loans in (not sure if it works like it does in Europe?)
Guest Posted October 23, 2018 Posted October 23, 2018 I'll stick with it then. Cheers. 12 minutes ago, The Palace Fan said: Stick with it @Blue and try and bring in players that will suit your system. That's the issue, I can't bring in loans, free players or anything. The financial situation here is shocking, I've lost 6 players and I still am way over the wage bill. I'll give it a few more months but if the expectation is too high, I won't be surprised if I get sacked.
Smiley Culture Posted October 24, 2018 Posted October 24, 2018 The Argentinian League looks quality in fairness. I’m a fan of the points average that determines relegation as it means that every game has a bit more meaning, even if you’re marooned in mid-table.
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