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Not sure I understand. Would you like them to condone not reacting to provocation while not condemning someone for reacting to provocation?

I can't imagine anything funnier or less likely.

McCall did not have a lot to work with and never had a chance to sign any players so he hasn't had much of an opportunity to show what he can do. He did manage to improve the team though. He tells us that his strengths include improving people and getting the best out of them. Did that happen for any of our players individually? I thought the improvement was to the team rather than to individuals. He had two opportunities to achieve something relevant: finish second to improve our playoff chances and, ultimately, win promotion. Despite improving the team he didn't achieve either of these things. On that basis I don't think that he is good enough for the job. If McCall manages to get the job then I think that this means there is nobody better available. We will probably face another tough season but I wouldn't rule out winning this division. What we will probably not get is a radical departure from the mistakes of the recent past and that is what we really need. So, yes, thanks but no thanks.

I think he has even said words to that effect on here before. But, anyway, regarding rumours from elsewhere about McLeish: There is only one thing that is worse than the endless speculation that former players/managers will be returning; the thought of it actually happening. We need to look forward, not back

The number of matches, post split, would be 14 as opposed to 5. The teams might start to sell a 'season' ticket for each section of the season with prices that vary accordingly.

It could create problems if Motherwell fans buy tickets in the home end and then sell them to some of us. Motherwell acknowledge this in the statement at the end. If adequate tickets are sold for both sides then there will be little demand for tickets in the wrong end and, more importantly, no supply of such tickets. Another potential problem created by Motherwell.

We are justified because we will sell the tickets. If Motherwell can do the same then there is no problem. I will be surprised if Motherwell do sell the extra tickets. Fir Park has a capacity of 13,677 and Motherwell have an average attendance of about 4,500. To fill the stadium Motherwell will need to attract an additional 7,500. This will need to be done at short notice and with the additional complication of making fans purchase tickets through a season ticket holder or a Well Society member. I think that this will be difficult. The match will also be televised. Time will tell but if there is a half empty stand up on screen again then it should be a clear sign to all that the SPFL is a shambles.

This is breaking news. The principled outrage is sure to follow later on.

Another terrible decision from our opponents. I'm even told that this stand can't be segregated so it may be guaranteed to be empty. Does anyone here know if that is true?

None of Scottish football is Chelsea.

I think that attendance is a silly criterion but we can leave that aside. I'm not sure what difference it makes for them to play in the amateur/junior leagues. The only advantage that I can imagine is that, if I'm not mistaken, those leagues are regional. What else?

How do you decide what number of clubs is too many?

Oh aye, none at all. How much time did Gordon spend away from Scotland? What could possibly go wrong? Sort of like a prison sentence for murder. Can't we just have an ordinary league without any further meddling?

This is pretty despicable stuff from Davie Provan.

The lesson that Rangers need to learn is not to pay silly sums in future. Sob stories designed to shame previous/current employees are a waste of time.

Titter, "RIP Scottish Football". I should think that the unrelenting negativity from many fans should do the trick without any help from the S.F.A.

If you are agreeing then I might as well delete the post!

As much as I liked Advocaat at the time I hope he doesn't come back at all. He certainly doesn't fit as a manager for the reason that you state. That would go against what King said about looking for a coach rather than a manager.

I think that Law had a go at one yesterday. I was pretty disappointed as I wanted Vučkić to take it. He's much better and probably would have scored.

No one said what?

His unrelenting negativity can be tedious and you would be forgiven for thinking that he was lost. Despite that I find it infinitely preferable to Rangers fans who would actually prefer us to lose. If you say that you would prefer to remain in this division then that is what you are saying.

I don't think it is fundamentally wrong but I'm very grateful for this gesture. The board knows that most supporters affected will be putting any money saved towards a season ticket soon. Hopefully we can get a big crowd for any home playoff matches as I think we will need it.

His immediate replacement in the first team. Wages would be irrelevant, surely, if you really are worried about a centre half doing damage to us that is.

Spot on. He couldn't do any damage at home. But will you use the same argument to chase his replacement?