
Originally Posted by
Insidious
Yeah I would never want us to actually "throw" a match but this is the least arsed I have been about an FA Cup fixture in a while - I'd hate to think a Cup run to the quarters or semis (only to not win) could cost us Champion's League participation for next season and all the stuff that comes with it (attracting players, keeping players, ability to pay higher wages, money to continue squad renewal) going forward. We need a sustained period of Champion's League presence.
It's important that we get on a run and do well in as many competitions as we can. I understand priorities but losing to Brighton would feel like another setback. Keep winning and keep the momentum going.
VOTE JOCKY tae fix this fiasco.
"Wirtz he ain’t gonna make it here." - miller0863, 21st December 2025