I see the concern over the ludicrous decision to go to Quatar for a World Cup is still bubbling away, did FIFA really think they could get away with this one? Evidently yes, Mr Blatter did. And who is to say he is wrong? It's an interesting fact that very often the only talent you need to rise far through bureaucratic organisations is a limitless supply of what is in Yiddish called Chutzpah. Chutzpah is variously defined as "the quality of audacity, insolence or cheek" or my favourite, "unmitigated effrontery or impudence". Can't help thinking of old Sepp can you? Do you remember his speech when making the announcement? Lots of guff about sportsmanship and the importance of being good losers, all while looking intently at Bobby Charlton, Geoff Hurst and Prince William in the front stalls. Bet he walked backstage and said he thought that went well. Mind, if it happens, which I continue to doubt, it will at least be too hot and alcohol too expensive for there to be much in the way of bother. Unlike Russia. That will be fun. England supporters versus Russian fascists and the Spetsnaz. Could be a close run thing...
Still, such world wide football matters are of no concern to us souls down at the non league coalface, or over the non league fence for that matter. My current concern in that regard is crowds, or the lack of them. What with the state of football elsewhere in the town you would think we would be getting a few more in. I know the continual clashes with the CW are a nuisance, but even so. Should we be looking at some new initiative to round up a few fans? What could it be? All suggestions gratefully received in the clubhouse I'm sure.
And finally, after this burst of consecutive home games, good luck on the road to our bold lads, a few tough ones there, but you never know...