I would like one of our local journalists....

[diode_blade]

Sad bloody thing is, in just under 20 odd days time it will be 2 years since basham arriving moment, the club and team have just literally imploded

 

[bromtom]

Look at how Heckinbottom is getting criticised after 3 matches.

There’s no point introducing a new manager into this toxic atmosphere.

I wouldn't say I'm critical of him, just wish he was more enthusiastic.

He's a Premier League manager for the first time, you'd think he'd be a bit happier about it, and want to show what he can do a bit for his future career, unless he wants to stay in youth football, I don't know.

I like Heckingbottom, think he just made a bad choice when he went to Leeds but he's capable of being decent, but he's not even on the touchline shouting instructions when our players are looking lost.

EDIT: and I know we're shit, and no-one would want the job, but just try and make your mark, nothing to lose, everything to gain.

 

[Silent Blade]

We shouldnt be playing players who wont be with us next season. Lunny isnt even good enough to play for Wednesday!

 

[him behind you]

...to ask some tough questions for a change.

- why is Lundstram in the side? It’s an insult to the supporters to see that level of effort week in week out

- given the abject failure of 3-5-2, why aren’t you trying something else?

They were scared of/indebted to Wilder. He’s gone. Ask the questions we want answering. From what I read on here everyone would like to know the answer re Lundstram in particular.

Wilder has unfortunately lumbered us with a completely one dimensional squad who have been brainwashed into a style of play which probably needs a full preseason of training in a different way in order to take a different approach.

 

[robbiez666]

It's embarrassing.

Parachuted into a shite situation with very little choices at his disposal, hardly any time and we have to lash out at him immediately.

I see people using the word passion all the time, with zero understanding that people are different and have different personalities.

It's like we're stuck in a timewarp where a manager is only good if they rant and rave.

 

[robbiez666]

It's worth also noting that local journalists don't even ask that shitshow in S6 difficult questions because they're entirely reliant on access to the club.

 

[Weasel]

It's embarrassing.

Parachuted into a shite situation with very little choices at his disposal, hardly any time and we have to lash out at him immediately.

No, the team are currently the ones who are embarrassing. Didn't realise the supporters were bottom of thr league on 14 points after 30 games and had posted the worst start of any team in history.

 

[metalblade]

Of course Heckingbottom is copping for criticism after only three games, he is after all putting out the same team, same formation, same tactics and getting the same results as Chris Wilder what does anybody expect will change?
He is getting exactly what he deserves if he can't be his own man he shouldn't have stepped up as temporary manager.

 

[Foxy]

No, the team are currently the ones who are embarrassing. Didn't realise the supporters were bottom of thr league on 14 points after 30 games and had posted the worst start of any team in history.

You're right, sorry, 'weasel arsed faced cunt' the 23s boss, turned interim for 3 games, is then.

 

[A Storm of Blades]

Maybe I’m being naive but I do think PH didn’t have to do much to avoid any residual shit sticking to him. Introduce a new player or 2, try a different system or style. None of this is his fault at all, but if a much better and more experienced manager couldn’t get that line up and formation to work, I’m not sure the logic holds up to continue with it.

 

[Teofilo Cubillas]

Wilder has unfortunately lumbered us with a completely one dimensional squad who have been brainwashed into a style of play which probably needs a full preseason of training in a different way in order to take a different approach.

I would say that the "one dimension" and "a style of play" went by the name of JOC. Before JOC the dimension and style of play was based on Paul Coutts. The moment Coutts was injured the season was over, the moment JOC was injured this season was over.

If Coutts had not been injured we would have been promoted a season earlier, if JOC was not injured we would already be safe.

I say get the under 23's in straight away.

 

[Weasel]

You're right, sorry, weasel faced cunt the 23s boss turned interim is is then.

No need to apologise. We are all wrong sometime. Just this time it's your turn.

And I managed to post without using the word cunt either.

Clever you.

 

[Foxy]

No need to apologise. We are all wrong sometime. Just this time it's your turn.

And I managed to post without calling someone a cunt either.

Clever you.

I'm quoting from what I've seen our current interim manager called since full time today.

Which, in my opinion, is embarrassing.

 

[Foxy]

He is getting exactly what he deserves if he can't be his own man he shouldn't have stepped up as temporary manager

Who would you have started with the last three games?

Giving three is a little harsh too, given he wasn't even taking charge of the first til the very last minute.

 

[Weasel]

I'm quoting from what I've seen our current interim manager called since full time today.

Which, in my opinion, is embarrassing.

Well I agree that using that term of phrase to Heckinbottom is out of order.

But ultimately the problem we are all sore tonight is the team. Not the supporters. They are the ones currently embarrassing themselves. Rightly or wrongly the fans lash out just after full time out of disappointment. Human nature.

And must be great being you Foxy. Always right.

 

[Foxy]

Rightly or wrongly the fans lash out just after full time out of disappointment. Human nature.

And must be great being you Foxy. Always right.

I'm not proclaiming to be right or wrong, i'm giving my personal opinion that I find the abuse he's getting embarrassing.

The team is causing the situation, quite clearly, the team that he inherited two and a bit games ago, already in dire straights with very few options in changing things.

 

[metalblade]

Heckingbottom has sent out a message that he isn't the man to take charge of Sheffield United loud and clear, more than that he has in my mind posed the question of if he should be the man to take the under 23's forwards.
My only remaining question is ................... Are you Wilder in disguise?

 

[Foxy]

Heckingbottom has sent out a message that he isn't the man to take charge of Sheffield United loud and clear, more than that he has in my mind posed the question of if he should be the man to take the under 23's forwards.
My only remaining question is ................... Are you Wilder in disguise?

Will the new fella get such a long and luxurious chance at turning it around?

 

[Weasel]

I'm not proclaiming to be right or wrong, i'm giving my personal opinion that I find the abuse he's getting embarrassing.

The team is causing the situation, quite clearly, the team that he inherited two and a bit games ago, already in dire straights with very few options in changing things.

Perhaps then you could quote the rest of my post where I stated that if he was being called that then that is out of order, rather than just picking out the bits of my post that suit.

As it happens, I've been impressed with Heckinbottom so far. But his team selection today was questionable.

 

[Foxy]

Perhaps then you could quote the rest of my post where I stated that if he was being called that then that is out of order, rather than just picking out the bits of my post that suit.

So you actually agree with my point that you are disagreeing with then? I'm confused?

 

[alcoblade]

Well I agree that using that term of phrase to Heckinbottom is out of order.

But ultimately the problem we are all sore tonight is the team. Not the supporters. They are the ones currently embarrassing themselves. Rightly or wrongly the fans lash out just after full time out of disappointment. Human nature.

And must be great being you Foxy. Always right.

There’s a million threads criticising the team - and that’s fair enough.

That doesn’t mean watching bedwetters is full flow isn’t embarrassing, and can’t be discussed.

 

[United Aren't Back.]

No, the team are currently the ones who are embarrassing. Didn't realise the supporters were bottom of thr league on 14 points after 30 games and had posted the worst start of any team in history.

You do realise that it's an unofficial rule on here, whatever manager is in, you cannot critise.
Got it?
Wilder never put a foot wrong.
Somehow Heckingbottom I herired a mess. Mess was made by..??

 

[Weasel]

There’s a million threads criticising the team - and that’s fair enough.

That doesn’t mean watching bedwetters is full flow isn’t embarrassing, and can’t be discussed.

I agree.

 

[Kev Gee]

It's embarrassing.

Parachuted into a shite situation with very little choices at his disposal, hardly any time and we have to lash out at him immediately.

Yes. It's frustrating and angering. But the fans have to be shown some hope. Anything to latch unto for next season. Granted some of the criticism is over the top, but why keep on playing the same players and system when it's clearly not working. At least show us that your trying to sort out this mess.

What we can't abide is lack of effort. It should be a given. As our ex manager once said.

 

[metalblade]

Will the new fella get such a long and luxurious chance at turning it around?

Foxy it is not a question of how long the new man gets, Heckingbottom is doing exactly what Wilder was doing. When you dont have three centre backs fit enough or good enough why persist with 3 at the back it is utter madness which turns into 5 at the back. Then the midfield is overrun and we persist in picking Lundstram who clearly can't be arsed. Just tell me how you can expect a different out come to the majority of our 30 games so far?

 

[Weasel]

So you actually agree with my point that you are disagreeing with then? I'm confused?

Yep, you've confused me too.

Still, if I agree with you then I'm on safe ground. Your always right.

 

[Bladesman]

Of course Heckingbottom is copping for criticism after only three games, he is after all putting out the same team, same formation, same tactics and getting the same results as Chris Wilder what does anybody expect will change?
He is getting exactly what he deserves if he can't be his own man he shouldn't have stepped up as temporary manager.

I'd expect him to try something different or maybe even you know start 3 centre backs considering we had some on the bench.

 

[ancientblade]

do you know its not the sheffield united way but now might just be the time to bring a young foreign coach in with new ideas

 

[Foxy]

Foxy it is not a question of how long the new man gets, Heckingbottom is doing exactly what Wilder was doing. When you dont have three centre backs fit enough or good enough why persist with 3 at the back it is utter madness which turns into 5 at the back. Then the midfield is overrun and we persist in picking Lundstram who clearly can't be arsed. Just tell me how you can expect a different out come to the majority of our 30 games so far?

The difficulty with building a squad with a specific system in mind is that, when its also decimated with injury (which coincidentally seems to be more common when you are on a downer), it leaves you with very few options to drastically change.

I'd like to have seen something of an impact, but i'm not sure theres too much different he could have realistically tried.

We saw a bit of an improvement in the cup game, so I can see why he might have gone with it today.

 

[Weasel]

He should have tried something different. Nothing to lose. He stuck with the tried and tested shit and tired show.

Hes obviously not been watching us for the last 27 games before he took over or he's not up to the job.

Either way, hes not selling himself. Disappointing as I thought he would have tried something different, formation or personnel, anything. The fact he didnt is another opportunity down the drain and another obvious defeat chalked up.