Protest? Not in my name...the football match is the main event

[Brend'Watkins]

Another thing. If Maz's mate's mate is correct and we do have rich Arab princes sniffing around, a pathetic bunch of teenagers shouting obscenities around the McGregor statue is going to look really good as he walks into reception on the way to the executive boxes.

So they shouldn't protest in case some bloke off the Internet's mates story about rich arab investors is true? 

No, they shouldn't protest because they are a bunch of c***s, but this could be an unwelcome side effect.

WOW

Sometimes it just has to be said.  And if this pathetic protest does actually happen the protesters can expect a volley of the same coming their way.

[Vanilla]

Sadly as sport is a business, the only time the club would take notice is if income is down and shows no sign of improving. And as football is a unique business, even a Gerald Ratner type rant against fans wouldn't even affect the amount of fans turning up.

It is only when enough individual fans stop bothering to buy tickets will the club realise there is a problem.

[TheSandman]

Another thing. If Maz's mate's mate is correct and we do have rich Arab princes sniffing around, a pathetic bunch of teenagers shouting obscenities around the McGregor statue is going to look really good as he walks into reception on the way to the executive boxes.

So they shouldn't protest in case some bloke off the Internet's mates story about rich arab investors is true? 

Ok, then what about any new manager who might replace McLeish? What if he sees the protests on the TV and thinks 'I don't want to work there. They'll be quickly on my back if I don't get off to a flyer.' and it puts him off going for the job?

[MonsXI]

Another thing. If Maz's mate's mate is correct and we do have rich Arab princes sniffing around, a pathetic bunch of teenagers shouting obscenities around the McGregor statue is going to look really good as he walks into reception on the way to the executive boxes.

So they shouldn't protest in case some bloke off the Internet's mates story about rich arab investors is true? 

Ok, then what about any new manager who might replace McLeish? What if he sees the protests on the TV and thinks 'I don't want to work there. They'll be quickly on my back if I don't get off to a flyer.' and it puts him off going for the job?

Are you saying MON wouldn't of known about some of the stick DOL got? Managers arent bothered by a few supporters chanting their discontent. The majority or players and managers don't give a hoot what fans think or say.

[dave.woodhall]

I think this protest is about as likely as finding a bluenose in Sherlock Street. A few slack jawed simpletons will try a few 'McCleish Out' chants, before disappearing into a disinterested crowd.

The trouble is the number who turn up to see how many are going to be there.

[Mister E]

Are you saying MON wouldn't of known about some of the stick DOL got? Managers arent bothered by a few supporters chanting their discontent. The majority or players and managers don't give a hoot what fans think or say.

So why protest then?

[villajk]

From yahoo sport on twitter.

McLeish vows to `get it right' at Villa
Fri, 10 Feb 15:40:04 2012


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Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has come out fighting ahead of a proposed fans' protest before Sunday's home game with Manchester City and insisted: "I'll get it right at this club."
The `Vital Villa' fans' website posted a message earlier this week calling on supporters to voice their feelings an hour before the meeting with the current Barclays Premier League leaders.
But McLeish has thanked the majority of fans for their backing of his players in what he admits was always going to be a season of transition with Villa hovering around midtable.
McLeish said: "I know there were a few Villa fans at the start of the season expressed dissent at me becoming a manager. That is out of my control but I know the silent majority of Villa fans have been absolutely tremendous in supporting the team home and away.
"I've met some of the fans and I really felt their passion but I think they felt mine as well - and I'm determined I'll get it right at this club.
"I do believe in one or two other seasons there have been sticky moments as well. This season is a bit of a rollercoaster but the points are there for us to climb the table."
 

[Merv]

Must admit, I'm slightly surprised at some players (well, Given, at least) and the manager commenting on this.

[Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle]

I wonder if the protest would have the same momentum if Birmingham weren't doing so well.

[VillaAlways]

I wonder if the protest would have the same momentum if Birmingham weren't doing so well.

Exactly what I posted earlier If Blues were 17th it wouldn't be happening

[Chris Smith]

Must admit, I'm slightly surprised at some players (well, Given, at least) and the manager commenting on this.

If they are asked then they are better giving an honest answer rather than allowing tabloid journalists to spin their "no comment" to their own ends.

[MonsXI]

Are you saying MON wouldn't of known about some of the stick DOL got? Managers arent bothered by a few supporters chanting their discontent. The majority or players and managers don't give a hoot what fans think or say.

So why protest then?

You need to ask someone taking part in the protest that!

[Dave Clark Five]

...but why should the fans who want to protest be ridiculed by the fans who are happy or the fans who are afraid to go against his admirers.

That McLeish out website has backfired on you and your cronies. There was hardly a message of support on there, but plenty of people taking the piss. If the protest is anything like the one in June, you will be ridiculed by more than just McLeish supporters. Everyone watching on TV will be in tears of laughter. Your own fault for calling the media in.

[SheffieldVillain]

They were protesting for the wrong reasons in the summer and they're protesting for the wrong reasons now.  They're just too stupid to realise it.

Fans ARE entitled to say what they feel am i correct? Fans who do not agree should not knock the fans who do not agree with who the manager is.

So basically YOU can say what YOU think but no-ONE is allowed TO disagree with you.

[Dave Clark Five]

They were protesting for the wrong reasons in the summer and they're protesting for the wrong reasons now.  They're just too stupid to realise it.

Fans ARE entitled to say what they feel am i correct? Fans who do not agree should not knock the fans who do not agree with who the manager is.

So basically YOU can say what YOU think but no-ONE is allowed TO disagree with you.

He has tied himself up in so many knots that he might even be AGAINST the protest by Sunday.