RS Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 I was shocked at the age demographic in the east stand. I’d say at least 60% are in the 50-80 bracket. Some absolute nacker behind me gave a running commentary on what he would be doing, “go long” being his favourite technique. He also left at 3-3. After a series of tackles at 2-3 the atmosphere was great, even the east stand gave out some raucous applause. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 (edited) Was in Bar 1892 through tickets I got via work yesterday and the average age in there must be 50+ Not a single cunt joined in singing and I know this may seem harsh but some people in there can barely move so don’t react to much in the flow of the game. Had to go the other way out of the aisle because some old fucker refused to stand up. Didn’t even acknowledge me. ”Excuse me, mate” ”Excuse me…” *Fuck it* Edited March 31, 2024 by Sima Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Just now, Sima said: Was in Bar 1892 through tickets I got via work yesterday and the average age in there must be 50+ Not a single cunt joined in singing and I know this may seem harsh but some people in there can barely move so don’t react to much in the flow of the game. Had to go the other way out of the aisle because some old fucker refused to stand up. Didn’t even look at me. It’s time the cast of Cocoon got culled. It was really noticeable watching the highlights back on MOTD how much older the crowd is than other grounds, our lass even commented on it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 I was in the Platinum and my row was pretty decent. Whinged a fair bit when we were behind but they got into the comeback quite well. No real singing but lots of reaction and random shouting. It’s amazing when the atmosphere really kicks in, sometimes you forget what it can be like. But it does depend a lot on what happens on the pitch, and does go negative quite easily when the form is poor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 We are at capacity and have been for a long time, it’s not surprising we have an old average age for match goers given this. Its also one of the reasons why I want a new larger and more modern stadium, I don’t want to see the next generation locked out and it’s important we are forward thinking as a club, the fan experience is evolving and we have to move with the times. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy84 Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Thought the atmosphere was quite good for a 1230, plenty happening on the pitch to be fair Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 I moved seats this week and was sat at the back of Leazes bellow the away fans, missus got hit with coin. Atmospheres was ok considering we looked dead and buried at 3-1 down and couldnt get the ball for 5 - 10 mins. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 12 minutes ago, Sima said: Was in Bar 1892 through tickets I got via work yesterday and the average age in there must be 50+ Not a single cunt joined in singing and I know this may seem harsh but some people in there can barely move so don’t react to much in the flow of the game. Had to go the other way out of the aisle because some old fucker refused to stand up. Didn’t even acknowledge me. ”Excuse me, mate” ”Excuse me…” *Fuck it* Was in there for Bournemouth, I'd rate the experience 0/10. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Bar 1892 is the worst atmosphere in the entire ground from my experience Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBottle Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 58 minutes ago, Dokko said: Wet Lines (Don't Do It) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezzle Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 26 minutes ago, Sima said: Was in Bar 1892 through tickets I got via work yesterday and the average age in there must be 50+ Not a single cunt joined in singing and I know this may seem harsh but some people in there can barely move so don’t react to much in the flow of the game. Had to go the other way out of the aisle because some old fucker refused to stand up. Didn’t even acknowledge me. ”Excuse me, mate” ”Excuse me…” *Fuck it* I know 4 people from down south in there yesterday, 3 of them hate football but went cos the dad hasn't been in 20 years. Can't be good with that sort customers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Just now, Fezzle said: I know 4 people from down south in there yesterday, 3 of them hate football but went cos the dad hasn't been in 20 years. Can't be good with that sort customers How did they get the tickets? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallace Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Thought when we were 3-1 down, how many West Ham fans would have been left in their stadium in that situation. Thought that although it got quiet at the worse points in the game, the crowd generally stayed with the team and once sensing a chance really got behind them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigfella Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Looks like some mischievous makem bastard has managed to hack Google Earth and change the name of the ground to Sid James park. Have a look. They've also hilariously changed the "Website" button on the first Google search result to re direct you to a Saudi Arabia page. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ando7 Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Extension to the gallowgate seen as the way forward,plans should be coming out in next few weeks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 1 minute ago, Ando7 said: Extension to the gallowgate seen as the way forward,plans should be coming out in next few weeks. Near impossible apparently Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 6 minutes ago, Ando7 said: Extension to the gallowgate seen as the way forward,plans should be coming out in next few weeks. That is seriously underwhelming. Extending the worst part of the stadium, which has shocking views, and will also make the accoustics even worse. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 9 minutes ago, Ando7 said: Extension to the gallowgate seen as the way forward,plans should be coming out in next few weeks. Cant see this increasing capacity by more than 6k and how many of them will be corporate, as @Wandy has pointed out atmosphere will be seriously fucked. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBottle Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 15 minutes ago, Ando7 said: Extension to the gallowgate seen as the way forward,plans should be coming out in next few weeks. I'd be interested to see how they'll achieve it tbh And if true, kiss goodbye to entering the 'big six' - it would suggest a drawing back of ambition Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Just now, TheBrownBottle said: I'd be interested to see how they'll achieve it tbh And if true, kiss goodbye to entering the 'big six' - it would suggest a drawing back of ambition That was my immmediate thought too. And if true, I seriously doubt that the all-new training complex will be happening. If this is the plan for the stadium then it indicates that we are being tarted up for a future sale in the short to medium term future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBottle Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 2 minutes ago, Wandy said: That was my immmediate thought too. And if true, I seriously doubt that the all-new training complex will be happening. If this is the plan for the stadium then it indicates that we are being tarted up for a future sale in the short to medium term future. Which may not be the worst thing, tbh - they have went very, very quiet and Bloomberg and the FT were reporting a week or so ago that PIF are having some issues. I don't see how they increase revenue streams to catch the Sky Six other than squeezing the support for more cash if they just extend the Gallowgate. SJP is seriously outdated. I still don't buy it, I'm struggling to see how it can be done without either removing the Metro station - cantilevering over the station would surely be too wide a span. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 3 minutes ago, TheBrownBottle said: Which may not be the worst thing, tbh - they have went very, very quiet and Bloomberg and the FT were reporting a week or so ago that PIF are having some issues. I don't see how they increase revenue streams to catch the Sky Six other than squeezing the support for more cash if they just extend the Gallowgate. SJP is seriously outdated. I still don't buy it, I'm struggling to see how it can be done without either removing the Metro station - cantilevering over the station would surely be too wide a span. It’s a cop out if true and for all the big talk actually shows a lack of vision and ambition. It’s like sticking a new extension on a generally tatty outdated house. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 I think FFP is putting a lot of plans on hold, I do think k it will stop any buyers purchasing an EPL team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 Let's see what the plans are first. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted March 31, 2024 Share Posted March 31, 2024 1 minute ago, Nucasol said: It’s a cop out if true and for all the big talk actually shows a lack of vision and ambition. It’s like sticking a new extension on a generally tatty outdated house. They won't be building a shed on top of the Gallowgate, it will still cost a vast amount of money, probably the most expensive building project in Newcastle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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