We were there, however in the stand at the side - so didn't hear anything, as whoever it was, was behind the goal.

1st half - very open game, lots of chances and we were probably slightly the better of the 2 sides, though sphinx looked very dangerous going forwards.

Then a couple of mins from ...

Fantastic first hour.

When was the last time we were so on top of a game after an hour we could afford to make subs just to give players game time, and to rest tired legs?

Answers on a. Postcard, as I don't remember - that's something that happens in the Premier League - not to us!!!

The game ...

Get in!!! Well done lads. I'd love a decent cup run this year

Reading back that thread, I'd forgotten how grim it was going into every game knowing you were almost certainly going to lose.

Isn't it strange how that feeling drifts away, as gradually, by bit things have improved (thanks to the board there!!!!!). I think this and last season I'd go into any game ...

Get in!!!!!!

Great news and well done to everyone concerned in the commercial team for bringing NRG UK Group onboard as the clubs new sponsor.

The logo looks great on the shirts.

The positives:

Wherever possible the lads tried to get the ball on the floor and play positive attacking football!

A good physical encounter against a decent side - much more representative of what we'll play in the league.

The negatives:

Both goals were a bit soft, defence falling asleep a bit ...

Midfielder Joel Nketia joins - former Newport Pagnell captain.

Tarik Dallas confirmed as staying now also

Nice to see some action quickly after the new manager has arrived.