Re: Batley game : Mon Sep 26, 2016 10:59 pm  

I hate that song and was surprised it was sung for so long. Don't remember us singing it much in the past
But I think Salford fans showed respect to Batley and it was good so many of us stayed behind to clap the bulldogs off the field.
I'd forgotten how much I like Batley's ground and even the 20 minute queue for a pie couldn't put me off. The set up is excellent. So many personal touches Tom the bar to the memorial garden, friendly stewards and good band
I had a great day out

Re: Batley game : Tue Sep 27, 2016 6:19 am  

Think a few people are going slightly OTT over this! That song is sung at almost every ground by every set of fans. Far less offensive than that the majority of the drum accompanied garbage churned out at most SL grounds!

Re: Batley game : Tue Sep 27, 2016 7:53 am  

It's my age but I get fed up with this. Irony? It's not what you use on your shirty.

I did enjoy my visit to Batley and have always. It's always good to visit a place that makes Rochdale look inhabitable.
AND that's an ironical statement.

Re: Batley game : Tue Sep 27, 2016 11:41 am  

I enjoyed your visit and found the fans I spoke to convivial and complimentary. Sadly, one particular Batley supporter did his best to tarnish our reputation by launching a disgusting and seemingly unprovoked display of aggression towards a Salford fan on the stroke of half-time. Thankfully he was restrained. The whole incident was very distressing for all those stood in the vicinity - particularly my 5 year old grandson who was absolutely terrified. I'd like to extend my apologies to the Salford fan who was targeted. I don't know the name of the supporter in question, but I hope his embarrassing behaviour is dealt with by our club.

Re: Batley game : Tue Sep 27, 2016 5:15 pm  

SaleSlim wrote:

Think a few people are going slightly OTT over this! That song is sung at almost every ground by every set of fans. Far less offensive than that the majority of the drum accompanied garbage churned out at most SL grounds!

I agree it is a song everyone sings. Not massively offensive. Just naff and I don't like it. As I say I don't remember it being a favourite in the Salford Canon so was surprised it got such and airing at Batley. Might just have not noticed us singing in the past

Re: Batley game : Wed Sep 28, 2016 12:25 pm  

Won't somebody please think of the children! Give it a rest.

Anyway give me Mount Pleasant or The Willows over new stadiums any day.