Wullie Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 http://www.theguardian.com/football/the-set-pieces-blog/2016/feb/05/sunderland-relegation-fans-premier-league-newcastle-sam-allardyce Spot on this about both of us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shays Given Tim Flowers Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 'While I will never sympathise or relate to Newcastle United, they also face the same struggle.' Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
maze Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. I'm the same. My son isn't old enough to understand yet but i'm already wondering if I can force this on him. I know he'll be a Newcastle fan, no doubt in my mind. I just already feel guilty about it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 My son was photoed in a Newcastle top when he was one day old. There's no going back for him. Someday I will be having the, "sorry I have to do this to you son", conversation as I pull out the photo in order to prevent him being a Leicester city fan. Where's the tissues? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stray Mackem Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I'm almost completely disillusioned with Sunderland and I too have indoctrinated my lad into watching the steaming turd they try to pass off as football. I feel guilty too. Then Leicester turn up, and have a season like they're having, and with a team which cost ten bob and wouldn't look out of place in the botttom six, and I think maybe.......just maybe. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimpy474 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I'm almost completely disillusioned with Sunderland and I too have indoctrinated my lad into watching the steaming turd they try to pass off as football. I feel guilty too. Then Leicester turn up, and have a season like they're having, and with a team which cost ten bob and wouldn't look out of place in the botttom six, and I think maybe.......just maybe. http://i.imgur.com/DWjd2d9.png Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altamullan Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. Best find another reason to be proud other than success. Even the Tino hat trick was so against the odds, real 'pinch me/ punch me in the face' time, (Dagga the blagga had them playing s****) I genuinely could barely speak at half-time. Plenty of reasons beyond current regime, shameful branding, and woeful occasional hope-raising performances' to be proud of supporting Newcastle United. Just can' t think of them at the mo! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggs Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. You still living in the North East? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. You still living in the North East? No. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggs Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. You still living in the North East? No. Ah right, would be interested to know if many kids in Newcastle and Sunderland are becoming glory hunters or if the most are still supporting the local teams You're right by the way to encourage your kid to support Newcastle. Will give you something to bond over as he grows older Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest palnese Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 As much as I dislike Newcastle United atm my son will support the cunts. I'm putting him up for adoption if not. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordiesteve710 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 It's a very good piece that. I have that 'it wasn't always like this' conversation with my son pretty much weekly when all of the kids at school who support Chelsea, Arsenal, Spurs Liverpool and more latterly Man City look forward to bragging about trophies, finals, wins etc etc etc. I told him about the Asprilla hatrick against Barcelona the other day. His face was priceless. As though it was make believe. Part of me hates that I've done this to him. Effectively forced him into being a NUFC fan but I've done it in the blind hope that one day, just one day, we somehow get it right and return to the good old days and then I can be proud of my decision and he can be proud to say he's a NUFC Supporter. You, sir. You are insane. What's the alternative? Let him support someone else? That wouldn't feel right. I'm born and bred as a Tynesider, my family all bleed black and white, my grandfather and great uncles were present for Fair Cup finals. He would be the first male in my family to change football teams. It's no small thing that you know. You still living in the North East? No. Ah right, would be interested to know if many kids in Newcastle and Sunderland are becoming glory hunters or if the most are still supporting the local teams You're right by the way to encourage your kid to support Newcastle. Will give you something to bond over as he grows older I don't live in Newcastle anymore, but go back very regularly. I've noticed a rise in the number of young uns wearing tops of other teams- Man City in particular. Back when I was growing up it wasn't like that at all, if you lived in Newcastle and didn't support Newcastle you either had family roots from elsewhere or you were, well, a bit of an odd kid. I do wonder how much of this change is down to the success bought by your Man City/Chelsea, and how much is down to the current NUFC regime letting the club turn to shit. I have a feeling the real damage done by Ashley won't become apparent for another 10-15 years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Nah its down to the club having no ambition. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 My son is ten, is a Newcastle United supporter but I've noticed him lately talking up Man City and playing as them on FIFA. I've had to sit him down and explain to him that gloryhunters aren't real supporters. He understands now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foluwashola Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Getting to choose your team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I'm a filthy 1992r and there were loads of kids at school who didn't support Newcastle and wore other shirts. Always will be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stray Mackem Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 http://i.imgur.com/DWjd2d9.png Thanks. http://i68.tinypic.com/2cdjp6u.jpg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Getting to choose your team It's not all its cracked up to be Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shintonsghost Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I'm almost completely disillusioned with Sunderland and I too have indoctrinated my lad into watching the steaming turd they try to pass off as football. I feel guilty too. Then Leicester turn up, and have a season like they're having, and with a team which cost ten bob and wouldn't look out of place in the botttom six, and I think maybe.......just maybe. were not bothered man Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stray Mackem Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I'm almost completely disillusioned with Sunderland and I too have indoctrinated my lad into watching the steaming turd they try to pass off as football. I feel guilty too. Then Leicester turn up, and have a season like they're having, and with a team which cost ten bob and wouldn't look out of place in the botttom six, and I think maybe.......just maybe. were not bothered man Are you a spokesman for everyone or is the 'were' [sic] just you and your mates? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 As if he has mates Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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