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Bruno is our artist. St Maximin is Neil Buchanan.

Maxi skinning the grass and nobody else v Palace. Chris Waddle, nearing the end of his career, skinning Ryan Giggs.

THE BALD FRAUD

I do have some empathy with LTA here, it can be a long and lonely road at times sticking up for your favourite player. I'd stick up for craig bellamy in the face of great adversity, come what may, although in fairness to me the obnoxious welsh fucker was a million times the player maxi is!

This sounds like me a while back. As you know and I certainly don't want to revisit, things came to a head for me last summer but I think it has turned out for me alcohol was more the symptom, not the cause. Head absolutely fucked by a combination of life events and terrible mismanagement of anti-depresssants, and the resultant alochol withdrawal nearly killed me. But my relationship with alcohol was already unhealthy which was a huge factor for what happened. Since then I gave up completely for 6 months, including totally in "high risk" situations like holidays and flights abroad, christmas, work events etc. Completely broke my relationship with the drug and in the mean time got the all clear no physical damage was done, liver is healthy etc. Now I occasionally partake socially, like MF does. I enjoy the odd beer garden drink in the sun, the odd glass of wine with a meal out. Never have a desire to get drunk, never suffer a significant hang over. I don't obsess about not drinking either which I did when I was totally abstinent. I'm happy driving to social events so I can't drink, or I'm happy letting someone else do it and have a couple. I can navigate free bars easily enough (a lot of this at my work). It's lost any hold over me it has but I admit deep down it's the knowledge of what happened to me that is a huge deterrent. Any of the old feeling and habits come back in my head, I am stopping completely again. One thing that has really helped is that I don't drink at all in the house at all. Drinking at home whilst you're watching TV or whatever is just pointless, like smoking tobacco. Ask yourself what are you getting from it? Is it worth the money, the calories, falling asleep on the sofa, forgetting plot lines in films or parts of the match, the groginess the next day? For me it isn't, and I'm happier for it. So my advice gloom is maybe try to cut out the drinking which isn't directly sociable. Frankly it's not a healthy habit and there's a risk it could escalate. I think you know this otherwise you wouldn't have posted. And good luck Tom. I would really recommend a period of complete abstinence and see how you go. Set yourself a target and when you reach it reappraise. Reach out for all the help you can whilst doing this. You've recognised you've got issues, you don't need to hit rock bottom which is kind of inevitable trajectory for many of us. Act now.

To those Newcastle fans who are calling for Allan Saint-Maximin's departure, it's important to reflect on the value of loyalty. Saint-Maximin has been a dedicated player for the club, long before the influx of all this big money. During the era of darkness, he consistently entertained us with his magical performances, bringing excitement to the pitch and reminded as that light does still exist in this world. Let's not forget the loyalty he has demonstrated by staying committed to the club during challenging periods. Instead of pushing for his exit, let's show him the loyalty he deserves and appreciate the incredible entertainment he has provided us as a true Newcastle talent. . . . . Now as for you, @wykikitoon, No one wants to see a team full of 11 workhorses on the pitch. Like the late Johan Cruijf once said. "Results without beauty is boring." Every team needs an artist, and in his holiness, Allan SAINT Maximin, we have our artist. In the vast canvas of football, Allan Saint-Maximin is a captivating painting, each brushstroke revealing his exquisite skills and electrifying style. With a palette of talent at his disposal, he paints a portrait of brilliance on the field. His brush dances with finesse and flair, capturing the essence of speed. The vivid hues of his lightning-fast pace streak across the canvas, leaving opponents in his wake. Like a gust of wind, he surges forward, weaving effortlessly through the chaos, displaying a mastery of dribbling that mesmerizes spectators. His every touch of the ball is a delicate stroke, an expression of his artistic control. With another deft flick of his brush, Saint-Maximin adds the element of unpredictability to his masterpiece. He possesses a repertoire of tricks and feints that are as alluring as they are effective. His body becomes an extension of his artistry, as he spins and turns, leaving defenders bewildered and searching for answers. Like a magician, he conjures opportunities out of thin air, creating space where there was none. The intensity of his brushstrokes reflects his boundless energy and relentless work rate. Saint-Maximin is a tireless presence on the field, always tracking back to defend and providing support for his teammates. His commitment and determination shine through, adding depth to his painting, as he embodies the spirit of a true competitor. In this grand artwork, Allan Saint-Maximin's skills are a tapestry of grace, power, and brilliance. His painting is a celebration of the beautiful game, a testament to the artistry and skill that defines football at its finest

I don't agree at all about having a drink in the house. I'm happier having a couple of drinks on the sofa than socially and I don't drink enough to not be able to follow the telly I'm watching, you fucking reprobate. I only do it once a week or something though. I'm basically the cool version of @Kid Dynamite

Cos they've recommended that he doesn't get an ex-MP's pass. So they'll in part be voting to approve the report itself, but also to stop the cunt getting back onto the parliamentary estate. Which is worth doing as it affirms that he is now officially the "disgraced former PM Boris Johnson".

The world has gone mad.

Et tu doll?

EVERYBODY PAY ATTENTION! Dr Gloom has made a prediction. I expect him to he VILIFIED if it goes wrong. That's how this board works, don't let me down.

The cost of some supermarket drinks is insanely cheap like, but I think with everything else going up it's ewven more pronounced, especially cheap spirits. You can but a bottle of vodka for the price of a large spreadable butter pack! If you're really struggling with life events, far too easy to say "aah fuck it". And also a massive problem with kids too, which I know we're both getting to the age where we'll have to worry about this as parents.

This country has a fucking terrible relationship with alcohol like. I’m not really sure how you fix it either. In real terms it must be cheaper and more available now than at any point in my life. I was in the supermarket the other day. With Father’s Day coming up I usually get my dad a few beers amongst other things. He doesn’t really drink much but likes the occasional ale. But I noticed you could get 12 cans of (not even shit but decent lager) for £10. That’s ridiculous really. Then when you look at the proper plonks stuff like supermarket vodka and then the stuff like Sourz and Blue Wkd (which I didn’t even know you could still get) aimed at the teen drinker. And it’s so fucking cheap, man.

Gan on, Wykiki!

This place has changed man... 😉

If we sign him it’ll make me feel like dancing.

What he meant to say was 'I couldn't have broken this record if Southgate had dropped me for no mark friendlies against Dentists and Farmers to test out other strikers. Cheers Gareth'

I reckon this is it, they think the members will just pay the £165 and general sale the rest, including a lot of ST holders, and sell out. Truth is though there are some less than stellar teams in the first group stage of the tournament so I'm not sure they will sell out and that could have a knock on effect on atmosphere. As far as income to help out with FFP restrictions, will this make the slightest difference? I doubt it. They need to fleece corporate instead.

Swap deal for ASM?

£55 for champs league games is fuckin outrageous Also this….

So the club has released the cup ticket info. As an ST holder, I'm far from fucking impressed like. Basically to be guaranteed a game, you've got to buy packages for ALL games in a competition. And they're not cheap. A standard adult ticket for the CL is £55. So for me and Mrs Rents to see a CL game, we need to fork out another £330, which frankly I can't afford for 3 games, which I will struggle to get childcare for anyway given the kick off times. Reminds me of what Man United did yonks ago. Also it's still not clear how easily transferable league matches are now they're being delivered by app, I don't think I can give them to friends or family any more unless they are on a limited nominated list. Feels like the price squeeze is under way now.

Have we ever picked the Aussies on here up about exporting the paedo Rolf Harris to us?

What's the difference between oral and anal sex? Oral makes your day, Anal makes your hole weak!

I would hike tax up on booze in super markets. Take the tax down in boozers and restaurants and bring back more sensible opening hours. I.e not all this day fucking shite and close on a period on a Sunday. But that's against capitalism init?

Aye good luck Tom. I'm blessed to suffer from completely brutal hangovers off even a small amount of booze, which means that drinking any more than 2 for me is categorically not worth it. Worked this out when I was 25, living in San Francisco, and spending all weekend indoors cos Friday nights killed me for 2 full days. You / your mates get used to it eventually, although if they're owt like mine they'll be complete fucking bellends about it for years.

Standout performer for Forest and caused problems for lots of defences, would be a good signing. Do a swap deal with ASM.

Aye. It’s just annoying at this point. More of the abhorrent fucking cunt hogging the headlines. And the absolute fuck wits who still seem to love him and believe his version of events rushing to his defence. What I don’t get is how you could know even the slightest thing about his history and then think he’s an honest person. I wish he’d just fuck off and die (literally).

Ultimately I’ve made the decision to be a musician rather than a drinker, that was what was on the table basically.

I used to be an proper beer monster. Realised one day what an absolute shit show it is, and, whilst I still enjoy a drink, it’s very much in the sensible bracket now. Proper Two Pint Percy. Don’t miss it, at all.

If i see him, i'll pass it on

There again…

It’s a matter of taste.

Dirty old cunt.

My relationship with drinking is firmly in the “if I have a big session on the horizon, I’m fully worried about the morning after” category which is probably a sign I should limit those. I have anyway like. Considering how I drank 5/6 years ago, it’s nowt like that. Meeting my lass seemed to help so Tom have you considered that and stripping what remains of the fun out of your life? Good luck with it, brother. It can’t be easy when 95% of social events revolve around having a few pints, especially where men are involved

Sorry mate, just seen this now. Didn’t mean to upset you, I apologise.

Why? Is it something to be ashamed of, even in this day and age?! Sadly a huge side effect of the anti-pyschotic drugs I was prescribed. I'd rather be alive and need medication than the alternative.

He played him in midfield early on in his reign. In the holding role. It most definitely didn't work out. I think the reason it works now is because the team all now know the patterns. And because he's Johnny, Johnny Stones, Johnny, Johnny Stones. And because he gets the Blues excited and because He f#@king hates united.