Adjusting to PL

[Humblebee]

Bound to happen there will be some heavy defeats, just hope fans will realise this.

Some will - those that have supported the Bees for years. Newbie fans might not.

 

[Untouchable]

I'm finding it hard to adjust to the lack of football in a 20 team league, international breaks etc. Four games in? It's nearly Christmas ffs. I've found it rather dull not playing twice a week and having to wait ages between games. But hey, me and my first world problems. Let's hope we stick around long enough for me to get used to it.

Give it a couple of years and there will be more long cup runs and European football to make up for the reduction in league games.

 

[OrchardBee]

I was expecting (for the obvious reason) to have only a passing / residual interest in the Championship, but it’s a little surprising how quickly it has completely evaporated.

 

[badgerbee]

I was expecting (for the obvious reason) to have only a passing / residual interest in the Championship, but it’s a little surprising how quickly it has completely evaporated.

Agree with this.
Other than looking out/hoping for Foolham, RaRa and BrumScum defeats....

 

[jlove]

Agree with this.
Other than looking out/hoping for Foolham, RaRa and BrumScum defeats....

Who?

 

[AB]

I was expecting (for the obvious reason) to have only a passing / residual interest in the Championship, but it’s a little surprising how quickly it has completely evaporated.

I have more empathy for long term PL club fans’ lack of knowledge of the rest of the leagues now!

 

[Zeeco]

So we're 4 games in and adjusting to the PL on and off the pitch. I wondered everyone's initial thoughts? Could be anything, something maybe you expected or didn't expect.

For me on pitch it will still take time for the squad to adjust. But we need to learn quick. Made a solid start and under Frank I know he'll have to as prepared as we possibly can be.

Off pitch plenty to iron out. Walking away from ground on Saturday needs to be a better segregation from exit towards Kew bridge. Left hand side for trains right for everyone passing through.

Quickly realised in the PL its all about top 4/6 in the media and if we get even a minute mention we're lucky. I knew would be the guess just frustrating.

Plenty more to mention but thought I'd ask the question.

What is needed to stay up is a striker that takes their chances, because at this level there will be very few, also a player with spark who can inspire the rest of the team like Newcastles St Maximim.

 

[Leedsbee]

Can't enjoy Match of the Day so much wanting Burnley,Watford and Norwich to lose every week.
On the pitch feel the best player on the park in each game has been the opposition no10 (Smith Rowe,Gallagher,Beundia,Trossard) who we can't quite seem to get a hold of.

 

[stevil]

2) I didn't expect to ever be in a position to want Man U, City, Chelsea, Spurs etc to win. Found myself disappointed that Spurs lost to Palace for example

Yeah - this is an odd one for me too. Never thought I'd find myself wanting Man U to beat Newcastle...

 

[Untouchable]

What is needed to stay up is a striker that takes their chances, because at this level there will be very few, also a player with spark who can inspire the rest of the team like Newcastles St Maximim.

Welcome to the GPG Alain.

If you or your agent are angling for a move to Brentford, I’m afraid it’s going to be January at the earliest and then I don’t fancy your chances.

7 goals in 55 PL appearances is hardly a solid return. I also note that you have only scored 1 goal this season which is the same as our Ivan Toney.

As far as inspiring the rest of the team, you have inspired Newcastle to a massive 1 point so far this season and are currently 19th in the league. As a Brentford fan, I hope you continue to be as inspirational for the rest of the season.

 

[AB]

Welcome to the GPG Alain.

If you or your agent are angling for a move to Brentford, I’m afraid it’s going to be January at the earliest and then I don’t fancy your chances.

7 goals in 55 PL appearances is hardly a solid return. I also note that you have only scored 1 goal this season which is the same as our Ivan Toney.

As far as inspiring the rest of the team, you have inspired Newcastle to a massive 1 point so far this season and are currently 19th in the league. As a Brentford fan, I hope you continue to be as inspirational for the rest of the season.

I think he’s very good and in a better team would do much better than at Newcastle where he’s their sole bit of quality and creativity. I’d happily have him here but he’d be way out of budget unless we thought it worthwhile to push the boat out to pretty much guarantee their relegation.

 

[LingfieldBee]

Someone earlier in the thread mentioned lack of games, its starting to now get to me, the long week wait to the next game is horrible! I'm on the late shift tonight and it will drag because I'll be buzzing for Wolves away tomorrow, not so much for the early set off in the car mind lol

 

[jlove]

What is needed to stay up is a striker that takes their chances, because at this level there will be very few, also a player with spark who can inspire the rest of the team like Newcastles St Maximim.

Didn't we used to have a player like that, Saïd someone?

 

[Wise old Bee]

I don't look at BFC related stuff on Bookface or tw*tter but presume it will be incendiary if we start to lose games. I think I can cope with defeat, and getting some hidings, as it goes with the territory. A territory I never thought to see us involved in really. Like many have said, we are not used to losing and our perspective will gradually change as this adventure continues.

 

[Silly Hat]

Welcome to the GPG Alain.

If you or your agent are angling for a move to Brentford, I’m afraid it’s going to be January at the earliest and then I don’t fancy your chances.

7 goals in 55 PL appearances is hardly a solid return. I also note that you have only scored 1 goal this season which is the same as our Ivan Toney.

As far as inspiring the rest of the team, you have inspired Newcastle to a massive 1 point so far this season and are currently 19th in the league. As a Brentford fan, I hope you continue to be as inspirational for the rest of the season.

An underrated post, IMHO ?

 

[Zeeco]

Welcome to the GPG Alain.

If you or your agent are angling for a move to Brentford, I’m afraid it’s going to be January at the earliest and then I don’t fancy your chances.

7 goals in 55 PL appearances is hardly a solid return. I also note that you have only scored 1 goal this season which is the same as our Ivan Toney.

As far as inspiring the rest of the team, you have inspired Newcastle to a massive 1 point so far this season and are currently 19th in the league. As a Brentford fan, I hope you continue to be as inspirational for the rest of the season.

My Eeenglish not so good, but I like the londres very much, it's closer to Paris, you put the good word wiv the Brentford manager, merci
Maxi

 

[kenbee]

Someone earlier in the thread mentioned lack of games, its starting to now get to me, the long week wait to the next game is horrible! I'm on the late shift tonight and it will drag because I'll be buzzing for Wolves away tomorrow, not so much for the early set off in the car mind lol

The plus side is that with the amount of running needed in the PL,the players need a week to rest weary legs

 

[Indian Bee]

Forget the team, I as a fan still adjusting to the fact I support a Premier League side. Still feels surreal. Throughly enjoying supporting a Premier League side and looking forward to tomorrow and next Saturday evening when LR will be rocking.

 

[Zeeco]

Forget the team, I as a fan still adjusting to the fact I support a Premier League side. Still feels surreal. Throughly enjoying supporting a Premier League side and looking forward to tomorrow and next Saturday evening when LR will be rocking.

I am 50 and grew up in South Ealing, my neighbour worked on the turnstiles in the away end and used to take me to games, the first was probably 78-79,we lost 4-1 to Southend! Times have changed.