Match Atmosphere

[TheGuv]

Sing when we’re winning ??

[Danh1]

31 minutes ago, Adam said:

Some good noise today at times, later in the first half was very loud. After the equaliser it got very flat, but picked up bit towards the end. Looking at the crowd today really brought home that the issue isn't who goes to the game but where they sit. Yes we want everyone singing and making noise, but we still want little kids to get along or the older supporters to still be involved. Just hope the club can find a way to group like minded people together.

I hope they can. Sadly I don’t have much hope as people seem to be attached to a bit of grey plastic that they sit on, usually in complete silence for 90 minutes other than after a goal or misplaced pass.

 

I do understand it when it comes to people around them who they’ve sat near for years, but surely something could be sorted to keep people together. 

[Heron]

Was much better than I expected today

[AyeDubbleYoo]

Thought it was better today as well, maybe everyone sensed it was a chance to get a vital win. 

 

I do think atmosphere is driven by situation and events on the pitch more than people think. 

[Lush Vlad]

Had a nice mix of some moments that didn’t go our way, some that did a quality goal at a good time. Followed by us bombarding their box for 15 mins or so. Then the late winner.  
 

But even factoring all of that in. The atmosphere was miles better than it has been than other games I’ve been up for this season. Felt like it was going to be flat pre-game. But actually got load at times and people in the Leazes were actually joining in a bit. 

[Wallsendmag]

Very surprised with that yesterday. Thought the atmosphere was very good. We were in Level 7 (Row V so right at the back) up by the away fans and the noise up there was really good. Also got to sat that we could hear the Strawberry Corner loud and clear from up there. It sounded really good.

 

Also noticed a lot more standing today. The front tier of the Gallowgate nearest to the corner seem to stand most of the time but one thing that you can also see from up there RE the Gallowgate is that there's a huge contrast in the 2 sides of it.

 

If you basically drew a line right down the middle of it from front to back, the "East" side of it looks really vibrant whereas the "West" side of it looks completely dead.

[Chicken Dancer]

12 minutes ago, Wallsendmag said:

If you basically drew a line right down the middle of it from front to back, the "East" side of it looks really vibrant whereas the "West" side of it looks completely dead.

 

To be fair, the West side of the Gallowgate is lively as out near the top, it's just hidden from view. It is only a small patch like, but they try to do their bit. I tend to sit here, it's decent.

 

I do agree though, the closer you get to Stawb Corner the better the atmosphere tends to get.

 

In other news, did we have a drum today? Or was it them? I kept hearing a drum I swear!

[TheGuv]

6 minutes ago, Chicken Dancer said:

 

To be fair, the West side of the Gallowgate is lively as out near the top, it's just hidden from view. It is only a small patch like, but they try to do their bit. I tend to sit here, it's decent.

 

I do agree though, the closer you get to Stawb Corner the better the atmosphere tends to get.

 

In other news, did we have a drum today? Or was it them? I kept hearing a drum I swear!

There was 3 of us taking turns smashing the hoardings on the back of the NE corner.

[pedro111]

Wolves was my first game since Brentford and I have to say the atmosphere was better than I expected though not great by any means. I was sat in the Gallowgate/Milburn corner. Most around me were sat in silence all game and this one lad a few along from me seemed pleased to have someone to join in with him.  Wolves fans were atrocious I thought. Barely heard them throughout apart from after they scored but even then they were poor but I think it's clear as day that our issue will be solved by a singing section or two. Like minded fans have to be together. Good noise can come from the small sections of vocal support we have already and I am positive of what could be achieved with a couple of designated areas and that is even without safe standing.  One thing I don't like is the lack of Blaydon Races. How has this happened? We sang it first half but never again not even after the winner when it should have been belted out. But overall there is a good base to work with.

[Danh1]

2 hours ago, Wallsendmag said:

Very surprised with that yesterday. Thought the atmosphere was very good. We were in Level 7 (Row V so right at the back) up by the away fans and the noise up there was really good. Also got to sat that we could hear the Strawberry Corner loud and clear from up there. It sounded really good.

 

Also noticed a lot more standing today. The front tier of the Gallowgate nearest to the corner seem to stand most of the time but one thing that you can also see from up there RE the Gallowgate is that there's a huge contrast in the 2 sides of it.

 

If you basically drew a line right down the middle of it from front to back, the "East" side of it looks really vibrant whereas the "West" side of it looks completely dead.

Was up L7 against Palace and thought it was decent. For being by the away fans there wasn’t much shit banter songs either, was more in support of the lads. 

[Danh1]

16 minutes ago, pedro111 said:

Wolves was my first game since Brentford and I have to say the atmosphere was better than I expected though not great by any means. I was sat in the Gallowgate/Milburn corner. Most around me were sat in silence all game and this one lad a few along from me seemed pleased to have someone to join in with him.  Wolves fans were atrocious I thought. Barely heard them throughout apart from after they scored but even then they were poor but I think it's clear as day that our issue will be solved by a singing section or two. Like minded fans have to be together. Good noise can come from the small sections of vocal support we have already and I am positive of what could be achieved with a couple of designated areas and that is even without safe standing.  One thing I don't like is the lack of Blaydon Races. How has this happened? We sang it first half but never again not even after the winner when it should have been belted out. But overall there is a good base to work with.

And in the first half was the first time I’ve heard it at a home game for a while too. Shame we don’t sing it more.

[Kid Icarus]

Really pleased to hear that the atmosphere was a lot better. If only we could pinpoint why that might have been the case. I didn't think the match was particularly rabble rousing until the goal so maybe it was something else. 

[christ]

2 hours ago, Wallsendmag said:

Very surprised with that yesterday. Thought the atmosphere was very good. We were in Level 7 (Row V so right at the back) up by the away fans and the noise up there was really good. Also got to sat that we could hear the Strawberry Corner loud and clear from up there. It sounded really good.

 

Also noticed a lot more standing today. The front tier of the Gallowgate nearest to the corner seem to stand most of the time but one thing that you can also see from up there RE the Gallowgate is that there's a huge contrast in the 2 sides of it.

 

If you basically drew a line right down the middle of it from front to back, the "East" side of it looks really vibrant whereas the "West" side of it looks completely dead.

Interesting. I always think the bad acoustics/blaming the ground shape is a bit of a cop out really. 

[Infatuation Junkie]

There were points when it sounded like wolves were at home.Bruno jeered the crowd up a bit but it is ALWAYS the same late Sunday kickoffs with everyone being full of roast dinners that the crowd is silent at a lot of points during the match.

 

btw i fucking hate the half time bullshit. It’s just not entertaining in the slightest

[Danh1]

2 minutes ago, Infatuation Junkie said:

There were points when it sounded like wolves were at home.Bruno jeered the crowd up a bit but it is ALWAYS the same late Sunday kickoffs with everyone being full of roast dinners that the crowd is silent at a lot of points during the match.

 

btw i fucking hate the half time bullshit. It’s just not entertaining in the slightest

It’s dull as fuck. A million happy birthday messages with a 5 minute gap for a couple of lads to kick a ball nowhere near a goal. Awful.

[samptime29]

Atmosphere sounded decent on TV.

[jack j]

2 minutes ago, samptime29 said:

Atmosphere sounded decent on TV.

Aye it didn't sound too bad at all

Mebbes cos I wasn't there

I Must be part of the problem

[AyeDubbleYoo]

The fans have a sense of what's needed, we knew that yesterday was a great chance to make a fresh start for the second half of the season and get the win.

 

I think expecting people to just constantly be loud is not going to happen, but hoping that people get behind the team at the key moments is probably more realistic. 

[Big River]

Just now, AyeDubbleYoo said:

The fans have a sense of what's needed, we knew that yesterday was a great chance to make a fresh start for the second half of the season and get the win.

 

I think expecting people to just constantly be loud is not going to happen, but hoping that people get behind the team at the key moments is probably more realistic. 

 

not sure I agree. first half was good, because we were all over them and you could sense it was only a matter of time before we got a goal or two. second half things didn't get going until after we scored our second. I'd argue the start of the second half and after their goal were key moments, but the atmosphere was poor.

 

doesn't help people take 15 minutes to get back to their seat after HT like.

 

overall it was good, but I think the main issue is that it's just too reflective of whatever it happening on the pitch. if we're on top, creating chances, pressing defenders etc the crowd get into it and are loud and supportive. which is class, but not every game is like that so we need to do a bit more.

[Wallsendmag]

1 hour ago, pedro111 said:

Wolves was my first game since Brentford and I have to say the atmosphere was better than I expected though not great by any means. I was sat in the Gallowgate/Milburn corner. Most around me were sat in silence all game and this one lad a few along from me seemed pleased to have someone to join in with him.  Wolves fans were atrocious I thought. Barely heard them throughout apart from after they scored but even then they were poor but I think it's clear as day that our issue will be solved by a singing section or two. Like minded fans have to be together. Good noise can come from the small sections of vocal support we have already and I am positive of what could be achieved with a couple of designated areas and that is even without safe standing.  One thing I don't like is the lack of Blaydon Races. How has this happened? We sang it first half but never again not even after the winner when it should have been belted out. But overall there is a good base to work with.

 

We were 1 block away from the Wolves fans in L7 and agree they were terrible. Brought decent numbers although not quite the full allocation as there was an extra block of home fans but they were virtually inaudible even in close proximity other than after they scored. Also heard them booing the ref at HT.

 

Got to say yesterday gave me hope it certainly isn't a lost cause.

[pedro111]

38 minutes ago, Infatuation Junkie said:

There were points when it sounded like wolves were at home.Bruno jeered the crowd up a bit but it is ALWAYS the same late Sunday kickoffs with everyone being full of roast dinners that the crowd is silent at a lot of points during the match.

 

btw i fucking hate the half time bullshit. It’s just not entertaining in the slightest

 

Barely heard the wolves fans where I was sitting opposite.

[Lush Vlad]

Sat below the Wolves fans. They were well below average for away fans, I thought. Long spells of not hearing a peep out of them. 
 

Got loud start of the game and after they scored. That was it. 

[TheGuv]

29 minutes ago, TheDimpleboy said:

Was better than usual. Had a few more voices joining in, in Leazes L4. Though there were some very flat periods too.

 

Was good to see the north east corner even getting the east stand going with Eddie Howes black and white army!

??

 

It’s literally around 10-20 blokes. I think there was 6 of us singing it for 2 minutes trying to keep it going. If 10-20 of us can get the East Stand/Leazes going I’d love for us to have 1000-2000 in the Leazes safe standing please 

[HaydnNUFC]

Best atmosphere for a while yesterday. Surprising but welcome lack of moaning and groaning after they equalised as well. Feel that the crowd knew we just had to stick with the team as getting a win yesterday was absolutely huge given the recent run. In spite of the penalty incident it'd have been a travesty had we not won that given our dominance in the first half.

 

Also first time I've ever heard, though briefly, the Isak song from inside the ground. Hope it catches on.

 

But everyone around where I usually sit (East Stand block L) was very supportive yesterday. Hope it keeps up.

[Wandy]

5 hours ago, Big River said:

overall it was good, but I think the main issue is that it's just too reflective of whatever it happening on the pitch. if we're on top, creating chances, pressing defenders etc the crowd get into it and are loud and supportive. which is class, but not every game is like that so we need to do a bit more.

 

Agree with this.

 

It was definitely better yesterday but, Christ, when it went quiet it was tumbleweed quiet. And I noticed just before Wolves scored that the game had gone completely flat, and you could sense that the players needed the fans to give them a lift as Wolves were looking threatening. It never came though and, instead, the crowd just sat and waited for something to happen. Sure enough, a few minutes later the equaliser came.

 

Overall though it was better than some recent games. Maybe the fact that people are now talking across social media platforms about a lack of noise has resulted in people making some extra effort yesterday.