Play offs thread

[Ark Royal]

Think that was the worst performance by a play-off-winning team that I have ever witnessed. Blackpool must be kicking themselves, specifically Dobbie for missing that sitter.

[Barry the bird boggler]

Congratulations to York City on their return the the FL after 8 years. Beat Luton 2-1 and have approval for a new 6k seater stadium to be built at the Monks Cross retail site in York. Special mention also of Chris Smith, who I think captained the team today, Chris being a one time member of the Reading Academy and signed his first professional deal with the club for 2 years before being released in 2001.

[AthleticoSpizz]

^
yip always had a soft spot for York for absolutely no apparent reason. Didn't know of the Chris Smith/Reading link tho'

The good money will go on Luton for the autos next season

[Super_horns]

Think that was the worst performance by a play-off-winning team that I have ever witnessed. Blackpool must be kicking themselves, specifically Dobbie for missing that sitter.

Yes...Blackpool were really unlucky.

Shame for Luton to lose.

[DavidM62]

Noticed that Curtis Osano was playing for Luton and I think was part of the 2006 squad.

[handbags_harris]

Indeed he was, although he didn't make a league appearance. He did, however, make an appearance in the FA Cup replay against West Brom...

[Jerry St Clair]

And sweet revenge for York after this a couple of years ago. Skip to 2.00 for the York players sheltering in the away end.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lI1b_6qQFs

[biscuitman]

Funnily enough I work with a Luton and a York supporter. The latter have had an amazing season.

[Franchise FC]

Funnily enough I work with a Luton and a York supporter. The latter have had an amazing season.

Including the amazing luck of having a blind lino

[Alan Partridge]

Funnily enough I work with a Luton and a York supporter. The latter have had an amazing season.

Including the amazing luck of having a blind lino

One of the worst decisions I have ever seen.

[Mr Angry]

West Ham are 1500/1 to win the Premier League; Southampton 5000/1. How does that work?

Incidentally, before Saturday, we were 5000/1; today, we are 1500/1! Obviously the bookies think we are guaranteed 6 points next season from the Hammers.

[Ian Royal]

West Ham are 1500/1 to win the Premier League; Southampton 5000/1. How does that work?

Incidentally, before Saturday, we were 5000/1; today, we are 1500/1! Obviously the bookies think we are guaranteed 6 points next season from the Hammers.

I nearly stuck a few quid on when I saw us for 2500/1 last time. 5000/1 I'd have been sorely tempted to stick on a bit. I imagine more Reading fans would place that bet just for a laugh and West Ham fans are arrogant enough to think they're in with a chance. Whereas I'd have thought Saints are just delighted to be there after a sojourn in League One.

[paultheroyal]

West Ham are 1500/1 to win the Premier League; Southampton 5000/1. How does that work?

Incidentally, before Saturday, we were 5000/1; today, we are 1500/1! Obviously the bookies think we are guaranteed 6 points next season from the Hammers.

They call it financial clout and experience (in West Ham's case experience of getting relegated more like)

[Franchise FC]

Funnily enough I work with a Luton and a York supporter. The latter have had an amazing season.

Including the amazing luck of having a blind lino

One of the worst decisions I have ever seen.

Just what could possibly have been going through his mind at that moment ?

"Only an hour and I can get my Big Mac & fries"
"That's a nice red shirt that bloke's got on. Why didn't he wear the same kit as his mates ? Oh, and he's scored an own goal"
"I should've gone to Specsavers" (obvious, but true)

[The Prisoner]

Even when we are not involved the Championship Play Off final NEVER works out for Reading fans!!!

[Stooper]

And sweet revenge for York after this a couple of years ago. Skip to 2.00 for the York players sheltering in the away end.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lI1b_6qQFs

^This

[paultheroyal]

About 60,000 expected for league 1 play off and around 25,000 for the league 2 game.

[Wimb]

About 60,000 expected for league 1 play off and around 25,000 for the league 2 game.

Should stick a load of tickets on for £15-20 then you'd probably sell out the rest.

[paultheroyal]

Won't make much difference really. Might pick up a few casual football supporters but Crewe and Cheltenham do not have massive fan bases and the percentage increase for this game is massive compared even to us.

[TBM]

When is the League Two game?