Players Season 2012/2013 HAL8

[Ancient Mariner]

It is the owners fault we are in this position and the players have every right to be disillusioned. But what I mean is that what is done is done and we find ourselves in this awkward position. The problems will not disappear soon.

We can either sit here and feel sorry for ourselves, or give the next two weeks everything we have. I'm not questioning the commitment of the players but they know they are below their best. Put the issues aside, play the youth in Asia if must be and do everything in our power to win the league.

True but let's try and stay informed as to what is happening to the Club/team and why.

 

[scottmac]

That's the form, stiff upper lip old boy.

It is all the players' fault and they need to buck up and get on with it and stop worrying about their next pay cheque.

The owners have invested money in this club and it is not their fault if they cannot run it profitably or cover the losses.

No one is saying its the players fault. But for their own benefit if not the clubs, its time to concentrate on football rather than cry over things out of their control. I'm sure that all these problems (aside from MS an RG being sold off) were there before the season even started. If selling Matt Simon is the reason behind morale or confidence being so low as Nathan seems to suggest then bring back the cries of Arnold Out cause thats f**king pathetic. The loss of one player (or 2 for that matter) should not cripple a side. Especially one with the depth we have.

 

[scottmac]

Someones brother said on Facebook last night after the loss that Pedj was leaving this week and Arnold and Moss had signed with Sydney FC.

Meh, Pedj has been shite recently (brilliant at the start of the season though) and can be replaced.


If Arnold is struggling to get our guys to concentrate on football matters then good luck at Sydney. What took you 2 seasons to build could come crashing down in a heartbeat. Still wish he would stay though.

 

[Ancient Mariner]

No one is saying its the players fault. But for their own benefit if not the clubs, its time to concentrate on football rather than cry over things out of their control. I'm sure that all these problems (aside from MS an RG being sold off) were there before the season even started. If selling Matt Simon is the reason behind morale or confidence being so low as Nathan seems to suggest then bring back the cries of Arnold Out cause thats f**king pathetic. The loss of one player (or 2 for that matter) should not cripple a side. Especially one with the depth we have.

I think someone did, "The players just need to buck up".

And you are further misconstruing no one said the players are crying over things out of their control but they would be concerned about their next pay. Some of them went through the collapse of Spirit and towards the end of the season could not afford food.
No on is crying "Arnie out" in fact it is the opposite.,

 

[Nathan Byrn]

Just a quick glance at the stats and you can see why they are down. We have the worst record of the top 7 in the last 5-6 games.

 

[Marquee]

I think someone did, "The players just need to buck up".

And you are further misconstruing no one said the players are crying over things out of their control but they would be concerned about their next pay. Some of them went through the collapse of Spirit and towards the end of the season could not afford food.
No on is crying "Arnie out" in fact it is the opposite.,

I did say that and I'll extend it to the management. The board is responsible for the situation but the players and coaches are the only ones who can make a difference on the pitch.

The next pay should be fine with the money from the sale of Griffiths. The easy option is to say it is all too hard and give average performances for the rest of the season. I'd like to think the culture of the Mariners is a little different, and we can stand up for the two remaining games. If we lose the premiership because we gave our all and Brisbane were still the better team then fine. I'd hate for the players to look back and know they didn't give 100%.

 

[Nathan Byrn]

I think someone did, "The players just need to buck up".

And you are further misconstruing no one said the players are crying over things out of their control but they would be concerned about their next pay. Some of them went through the collapse of Spirit and towards the end of the season could not afford food.
No on is crying "Arnie out" in fact it is the opposite.,

The players love GA. But everyone has a breaking point.. Consider Patrick, who was offered a deal but asked a few questions re the club etc. He has heard nothing back. GA did great job to shield the players, until the sale of players commenced.

 

[Nathan Byrn]

I did say that and I'll extend it to the management. The board is responsible for the situation but the players and coaches are the only ones who can make a difference on the pitch.

The next pay should be fine with the money from the sale of Griffiths. The easy option is to say it is all too hard and give average performances for the rest of the season. I'd like to think the culture of the Mariners is a little different, and we can stand up for the two remaining games. If we lose the premiership because we gave our all and Brisbane were still the better team then fine. I'd hate for the players to look back and know they didn't give 100%.

The players are giving 100% no question, but they are seriously considering their futures. That procces can dramatically affect performance. It is not the only factor others have touched on those, the season is not over yet.

 

[scottmac]

I think someone did, "The players just need to buck up".

And you are further misconstruing no one said the players are crying over things out of their control but they would be concerned about their next pay. Some of them went through the collapse of Spirit and towards the end of the season could not afford food.
No on is crying "Arnie out" in fact it is the opposite.,

They've been concerned about their next pay all f**king year and probably most of last year, but still we find ourselves first.

 

[dibo]

On this topic, imagine if we'd have signed Allsopp rather than Sutton...

 

[adz]

Same result?

 

[Golly]

does anyone know when the MLS season starts?
Hope it's not a long off season cause that would just predrag out!!

 

[dibo]

Started already.

 

[Golly]

Fire sale continues. Stand by for some more news Tuesday/Wednesday.

well its thursday and i aint heard jack!

 

[marinermick]

well its thursday and i aint heard jack!

no, YOU haven't

 

[scottmac]

no, YOU haven't

 

[pjennings]

no, YOU haven't

Are you talking about people we haven't resigned for next year or someone with a contract for next year?

 

[Bex]

no, YOU haven't

Well it's Thursday and still on standby for more news...

 

[Deej]

Will be Rogic to Victory I imagine if Micks post on the Sydney forum is accurate

 

[Golly]

Will be Rogic to Victory I imagine if Micks post on the Sydney forum is accurate

rogic to victory

thats not new news thats a week old according to fox sports