govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 11 games in to the league campaign, and currently Elgin are looking to be our biggest rivals.Right now, they're 4-1 up at half time, away to Stirling Albion.(Edit: A goalless 2nd half saw it end 1-4)That will keep them 2 points behind us, having played 1 game more.So they would definitely seem to be our biggest rival right now, and we're now facing them twice when they're on a great run of form, and are playing with confidence. We'll have to be at least as good as we've been the last few matches if we want to repeat the 5-1 win at Ibrox from early in the season.But two back to back wins against them would knock a fair bit of stuffing out of them, open up a bigger points gap, and take us one round further into the Scottish Cup - so a lot to play for. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Beat em next Sunday we'll be 5 points clear with a game in hand and have 5 wins on the bounce. Watch out Elgin. We are on the march. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WATP-FOREVER 5,231 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 We are Rangers - elgin can worry about the team above them.A frustrated reply mate - after watching the boks win at murrayfield - typical Scotland display in any sport, 2nd half was all us - and zip all to show for it.Although elgin may be our competitors - surely they're not going to push us for top spot - that is ours, without question. Suit or no suit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 - surely they're not going to push us for top spot Hopefully nobody will push us for top spot. My point is that Elgin's run of form will entitle them to some belief that they can take something from the two games and that now is their best opportunity.So we have to be ready for that - is all I'm sayingI like a wee bit of chat about the opposition . Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksen_da_best 2,034 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Looking forward to both. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillete 1,338 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 How far we have fallen when we are worried about Elgin Jesus Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 How far we have fallen when we are worried about Elgin JesusOnly you said that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 How far we have fallen when we are worried about ElginJesusAre you worried mate? I'm just talking about them, cos we're playing them next. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchy 1,200 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I think there's points for us to drop yet in this league, but not at home and both these games are home fixtures, so they can do the worrying.Mainly about what to tell their grand kids on the week they played twice at Ibrox, and got thumped both games, ha ha. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 both these games are home fixtures,The first game (Sun 25th) is away Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I think there's points for us to drop yet in this league, but not at home and both these games are home fixtures, so they can do the worrying.Mainly about what to tell their grand kids on the week they played twice at Ibrox, and got thumped both games, ha ha.I'm going for 12-0 over both legs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Carpintero 546 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 11 games in to the league campaign, and currently Elgin are looking to be our biggest rivals.Right now, they're 4-1 up at half time, away to Stirling Albion.(Edit: A goalless 2nd half saw it end 1-4)That will keep them 2 points behind us, having played 1 game more.So they would definitely seem to be our biggest rival right now, and we're now facing them twice when they're on a great run of form, and are playing with confidence. We'll have to be at least as good as we've been the last few matches if we want to repeat the 5-1 win at Ibrox from early in the season.But two back to back wins against them would knock a fair bit of stuffing out of them, open up a bigger points gap, and take us one round further into the Scottish Cup - so a lot to play for.As are we. There is nothing to fear here, we will beat them twice, with ease. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 As are we. There is nothing to fear here, we will beat them twice, with ease.I'm sure you're right.I do hope however, that Ally and his team take a slightly different approach to the preparations than that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillete 1,338 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Only you said that.Not being sarcyJust stating the obvious tbhI grew up watching 9 in a row so just saying how far we have fallen Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gillete 1,338 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Are you worried mate? I'm just talking about them, cos we're playing them next.I know mateWe should respect every opponent now, the days have gone where we laugh at 3rd div teams Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Not being sarcyJust stating the obvious tbhI grew up watching 9 in a row so just saying how far we have fallenIt's November mate. We've been in this league nearly 4 months. The team is adjusting, so should you. We aren't worried about Elgin, but you have to take your competition seriously. It comes down to 11 men v 11 men, you have to earn your victories at any level. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Carpintero 546 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I'm sure you're right.I do hope however, that Ally and his team take a slightly different approach to the preparations than that. Than what? You want our coaching team to fear Elgin and show them respect? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Carpintero 546 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I know mateWe should respect every opponent now, the days have gone where we laugh at 3rd div teamsI disagree, i think that has been our problem all too often in recent years. Showing mediocre opposition far too much respect. We are better than them and we should not be ashamed or scared to feel that way or show that with positive line ups, confidence and forward thinking play. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 Than what? You want our coaching team to fear Elgin and show them respect?No silly, stop trying to pick a fight.I want Ally and his backroom team to do the full dossier on Elgin the way they would for every team they face. Isn't it obvious? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Carpintero 546 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 No silly, stop trying to pick a fight.I want Ally and his backroom team to do the full dossier on Elgin the way they would for every team they face. Isn't it obvious?I am sure they will. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchy 1,200 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 The first game (Sun 25th) is awayYep, my brains are mince these days.I also think I accidently clicked on 'I dislike' button, but if I did, it was not intentional. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
govanblue 16,847 Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 Yep, my brains are mince these days.I also think I accidently clicked on 'I dislike' button, but if I did, it was not intentional.No problem. Note to self: Add Dutchy to The Naughty List. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverBlue1872 463 Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 We'll beat them with ease, then win our game in hand then we'll start running away with the league. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loyalfollower 1,543 Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Would expect Elgin to be fired up like a cup game but then peeter out. We've found form, rhythm and abit of swagger recently that I can't see us losing in the league now. You never know but especially with Kyle getting 90 mins and a goal and with temps to come back we'll win the league with 7 games or so to spare Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seinchin 11 Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I know mateWe should respect every opponent now, the days have gone where we laugh at 3rd div teamsYou should always respect your opponent, end of. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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