Pre-Match Thread Gateshead v Southend United, Monday 5th May, 15:00 k.o., NL

[Thundersley Blue]

I get what you're saying about Cav but there is absolutely no way we are going to change the system when we've just found our rhythm again. That team has absolutely no width and the last thing we want to do is let their wingers get down the sides.

Let them worry about us and get in their faces early. We will do that by getting Bridge and Gus into their half and pushing them back. They have been abysmal at defending crosses. We will only get crosses in the box by playing our wingbacks.

Cav is the perfect player to come off of the bench if we are leading in the second half and we are trying to see the game out.

Really pleased that we have reverted to playing 2 wing backs. I wouldn't make any changes unless any injuries have occurred . Just hope Ralph is fit, always worry when he goes off with a knock or twinge.

 

[Napster]

5-0 to us. Maybe 6 but I don't want to be greedy.

 

[Gateshead Guy]

A good turn out for us would be about 1500+, the club are trying to publicise it but for such a football mad area of the country no one wants to come and watch little old Gateshead. A lot of people are put off by the running track and being so far back from the pitch, others say the club is never going to go anywhere because it has no money, we’re just owned by fans mostly, no money and only saved from going under in 2019.
There is parking at the ground but it’s first come first served. Ground is situated partly industrial estate and residential across the road, no idea how safe the on street parking is tho. If your willing to walk as someone said above the there is a large Tesco about 15-20 min walk away with underground parking which is close to local pubs/shops for more secure parking. If you’re getting the train into Newcastle you can get the metro from Newcastle station to the ground.(5min walk).
For local pubs I’d prefer The fog on the Tyne only about 5 min walk from the ground. Need any more info look on https://footballgroundguide.com/lea...ce-north/gateshead-international-stadium.html might help some of you guys out.

 

[RHB]

When the line-ups for Ebbsfleet and Wealdstone were announced, there was fair amount of FFS etc on the Match threads, but we managed 7 goals over that 2 game period and 2 clean sheets. So, whatever Kevin Maher announces as our starting XI, that will do for me as I've discovered that he knows far more about our players and football than I do. I've marked us up for a win on Monday, but a draw would not surprise me. And if they score first and early......well, don't get me started.

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

When the line-ups for Ebbsfleet and Wealdstone were announced, there was fair amount of FFS etc on the Match threads, but we managed 7 goals over that 2 game period and 2 clean sheets. So, whatever Kevin Maher announces as our starting XI, that will do for me as I've discovered that he knows far more about our players and football than I do. I've marked us up for a win on Monday, but a draw would not surprise me. And if they score first and early......well, don't get me started.

Just like him knowing a lot more about Waldron and Wood than many fans too.

I agree with you. Kev's got a big run at it in training to plan for this. Ralph is so key to a stable back line for us. He's so important to our team and a class above many players at this level. The key is, keeping him fit consistently.

 

[damien]

I’ve got a really bad feeling Nouble’s gonna **** us over again. On paper we should get the result we need but we’ve bottled so many of these last day games over the years that I’m nervous. We’ve been superb the last 2 games to get to this point though so we just need more of the same.

he is a useless donkey and will do **** all - this is our day this time

 

[* ORM *]

Checked in. Usually direct but also done many transits over the years from here but for the first time there’s a reasonable swap over Dubai transit meaning I end up at Stansted. So much easier than Heathrow.

COYB!

 

[Chris Powell's mate]

A good turn out for us would be about 1500+, the club are trying to publicise it but for such a football mad area of the country no one wants to come and watch little old Gateshead. A lot of people are put off by the running track and being so far back from the pitch, others say the club is never going to go anywhere because it has no money, we’re just owned by fans mostly, no money and only saved from going under in 2019.
There is parking at the ground but it’s first come first served. Ground is situated partly industrial estate and residential across the road, no idea how safe the on street parking is tho. If your willing to walk as someone said above the there is a large Tesco about 15-20 min walk away with underground parking which is close to local pubs/shops for more secure parking. If you’re getting the train into Newcastle you can get the metro from Newcastle station to the ground.(5min walk).
For local pubs I’d prefer The fog on the Tyne only about 5 min walk from the ground. Need any more info look on https://footballgroundguide.com/lea...ce-north/gateshead-international-stadium.html might help some of you guys out.

Many thanks; in lots of ways I wish it wasn't us or Heed.
A small club battling against the odds needs support, but as you say, clearly not from Toon fans, which still surprises me even though I know the reasons.

 

[shrimperjon]

The fog on the Tyne - is the pub weve been too the past few seasons, used to be called The Schooner i think. last year they had a BBQ going on, unless that was the year before. I emailed them and asked what they were likely to be doing and based on the numbers expected they said they would probably have food options inside and outside

 

[RHB]

Is it just me or is this week taking twice as long to go than normal?

 

[DCC]

The fog on the Tyne - is the pub weve been too the past few seasons, used to be called The Schooner i think. last year they had a BBQ going on, unless that was the year before. I emailed them and asked what they were likely to be doing and based on the numbers expected they said they would probably have food options inside and outside

They’d do well to set up some kegs outside, it was rammed the first time we went there. They could absolutely coin it in if they want to…

 

[Leeboy]

Bonne to do the best **** housery ever on Nouble, but the ref only sees Nouble’s retaliation = straight red

 

[Supa Shrimpa]

The fog on the Tyne - is the pub weve been too the past few seasons, used to be called The Schooner i think. last year they had a BBQ going on, unless that was the year before. I emailed them and asked what they were likely to be doing and based on the numbers expected they said they would probably have food options inside and outside

 

[Strykr]

I forsee a nervy 2-2

 

[RHB]

I forsee a nervy 2-2

I know what I would like to happen, but this one is just too difficult to call. IF we are up for it from the first whistle, then that will do me, but Gateshead are no mugs, especially after their disappointment last season, and this season being in the mix all the way through until now, that may be motivation enough for them. We will know by 5pm Monday. (What a rubbish day to play these games on, National League!).

 

[Barling Magna]

This is a cup tie. But one we can draw as well as win. I can see two likely outcomes:

1. We score an early goal and maintain a high press. Gateshead score on the break against the run of play. But then we score a second goal and Gateshead panic. We end up winning 3-1.

Or

2. It's a nervy first half for both sides and it is goalless after 45 minutes. Gateshead burst out of their traps at the start of the second half, overrun us and score twice. We swiftly pull one back. The rest of the second half is full of tension as we search increasingly desperately for the equaliser. Then with just five minutes left Gateshead cjdfxbdg and Bonne dkjxzlkfhg.

 

[Evening Echo]

BEN Goodliffe is focusing on Southend United’s future rather than his own.

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[THE SEVENTIES NORTH BANK]

Focused - on loan Southend United defender Ben Goodliffe (Image: Lucy Copsey)

By Chris Phillips.Chief sports reporter.

BEN Goodliffe is focusing on Southend United’s future rather than his own.

The defender is on loan at the Shrimpers from Colchester United until the end of the season.

But the centre-back is not thinking beyond the end of the current campaign at this stage.

“I’ve got another year left at Colchester and I’m sure talks will happen once this season officially finishes,” said Goodliffe.

“There are conversations to be had about what my future looks like but I’ve come here to play football and I’ve been doing so.

“It’s been good but I’m only thinking about the game against Gateshead and making sure of the play-offs.”

Blues head to the north-east on Monday, a point ahead of eighth placed Gateshead – meaning anything other than a defeat will make sure of a place in the play-offs.

And Goodliffe is determined to help the Shrimpers extend their season.

"It will be a great result if we can get it done and a great achievement for the club too," said Goodliffe.

"Everyone has been working hard throughout the year and it would be nice to get something rewarding out of it.

"There's a lot riding on it but we have a lot of momentum and confidence going into it.

"We attack each and every game and this game is no different but the stakes are higher we know that."

Goodliffe will again be looking to play a key part and not just in defence.

The 25-year-old scored Blues' first goal in their 3-0 win against Wealdstone last weekend.

And he is happy to be hitting the back of the net more regularly.

"It’s my best season I’ve ever had in terms of goals," said Goodliffe.

"I’ve got six this year, with two for Southend and it’s been nice to get a few more goals than I normally average but hopefully there are more to come."

But Goodliffe's main goal is to help Blues get back in the league.

"This club has always got the potential to be higher," said Goodliffe.

"It’s one of the main things that attracted me to come here on loan.

"It’s been great and the stature of the club makes you hope they can achieve something big."

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

It's still not clear if he is eligible for the playoffs.

 

[RHB]

This is a cup tie. But one we can draw as well as win. I can see two likely outcomes:

1. We score an early goal and maintain a high press. Gateshead score on the break against the run of play. But then we score a second goal and Gateshead panic. We end up winning 3-1.

Or

2. It's a nervy first half for both sides and it is goalless after 45 minutes. Gateshead burst out of their traps at the start of the second half, overrun us and score twice. We swiftly pull one back. The rest of the second half is full of tension as we search increasingly desperately for the equaliser. Then with just five minutes left Gateshead cjdfxbdg and Bonne dkjxzlkfhg.

As it's pretty quiet on here at the moment, I'll ask the question @Barling Magna, what is it exactly that Gateshead and Bonne will be doing in the highlighted bit above?