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goodbye to another one of us, RIP Dad
at 14:45 15 Jul 2025

Lovely words mate and he sounds a wonderful chap.

I lost my Dad a couple of years back too and his story is very similar to yours. Born and bred in Acton and supporting the R'rs through the sixties and beyond. I'm 56 and he took me to my first game in 1975. Oh they were the days.

It does get easier and you have so many wonderful memories to cherish. They will make you smile in the tough days / weeks ahead.

And rest assured we will meet them again by the railway track on the other side.

Rest easy Martin.

Take care pal and always around if you want a chat.....
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Pink and Black halves
at 08:43 11 Jul 2025

Not for me - However the last time we had a pink away kit they had record sales so maybe there is a commercial element to this decision.
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Shepherds Bush Green
at 05:24 10 Jul 2025

Whilst I still love going back to my West London roots, my family like thousands of others made the move West to the Home Counties in the late seventies, early eighties for a better life. It was probably the best thing they did. Better schools, less crime etc.

My Dad would always shake his head when I took him back to W12 to watch a game. I know nothing stays the same for ever but I think London has definitely lost a lot of its soul over the years which is a shame. Just watch some of the early Minder series to see what West London was like in that period.

I think they call it progress but I'm not so sure and reading that statistic on Shepherd's Bush is very sad.
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John Terry's gaff
at 09:10 13 Jun 2025

Not bad considering he is the son of a thief........

Amazing what being able to head a few balls away can get you nowadays.
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India Air Crash
at 09:07 13 Jun 2025

Apparently seat 11A is next to an emergency door - What a horrible split second decision that poor man had to make.

So sad.........
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Who's missing qpr already...
at 08:39 11 Jun 2025

Must admit not missing it at all thus far.

Maybe it's the lack of communication from the club that has made me feel like this.

Not renewed our season tickets yet either - I am even thinking do I bother this year and just pick and chose games instead especially with all those horrible 12.30pm kick offs.
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Come back Southgate...
at 08:33 11 Jun 2025

I thought Eze did OK - Was involved in our goal never gave the ball away and things looked like they might happen when he was in possession.

Shame his two starts have been friendlies - We needed him to start a competitive match for our "add on" to be payable.
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Ben Williams is back
at 08:57 5 Jun 2025

Great news we messed up corrected the mistake and we can move on. Let's hope we can get back to having JCS on the pitch for 30+ games this season.

Now sort out the differences with Marti get him back in the fold and we can all move on and maybe start looking forward to Pre Season and beyond.
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Pets..
at 08:47 5 Jun 2025

It's horrible mate we become so attached to our furry friends. As you say no matter what else is going on in our lives they are always there for us pure and utter unconditional love.

We have had cats and dogs and saying goodbye is the worst thing in the world. Just remember you gave them a wonderful life and created a unbreakable bond.

However life goes on and maybe don't leave it to long before you get another pet. We said goodbye to our dog just before Christmas and whilst I wanted a break my wife went to the rescue and got us another dog very quickly. It certainly helped with the healing process and now I am inseparable again with my new mate.
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We Love QPR and give best reasons why
at 08:47 3 Jun 2025

It's crazy really how can you love something so much when the vast majority of the time they make you angry and ruin your weekends. My wife always checks the full time scores so she knows what type of mood we will be in when we return home from a game.

Okay so here goes:

1) My family are all from West London and were season ticket holders. My first game with my Dad was in 1975.

2) Going with my children now it allows me to spend quality time with them especially pre match food (normally pie,mash & liquor). The pre match drinks with other members of my family and friends. Buying a akutrs from Dave.

3) The location and "old skool" stadium - I bloody love the place.

4) Those rare moments of joy that other fans (of big clubs) just wouldn't appreciate.

5) And finally a shout out to this site and Clive's writing too. We are very lucky to have such talent as one of our own.

It's been my church for over 50 years now - Whatever else has gone on in my life that lovely little blue oasis set right in the heart of West London has always been there for me.
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The TV series Minder
at 14:15 31 May 2025

The Sweeney and Minder remain my favourite TV shows of all time and always watch a rerun when they are on. And who didn't love Terry's on/off girlfriend Debbie.

It was the West London I grew up in - Fantastic casting and screenwriting. Terry was my icon. Plenty of QPR references in both shows.

Boys from the Bush was another show around that time that had QPR as a main feature. The main character was a QPR fan who drank in our much loved Crown and Sceptre before moving to Australia.

Great days indeed sadly now from a much loved bygone era.
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Horrific scenes in Liverpool
at 10:31 27 May 2025

Such tragic footage and thoughts are with everyone in Liverpool.

Unfortunately using vehicles to mow down people in densely populated areas has become an increasing threat. I have noticed on rare occasions two police vehicles will park together on SAR towards the junction of Bloemfontein Road to stop any such attack in W12. However this only happens occasionally and SAR is absolutely rammed for about 15 minutes after the game.

We have mentioned on several occasions this is a security weak point and should be addressed for every game.
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End of Term Report 24/25 – Attack
at 07:41 23 May 2025

Brilliant Clive - Always enjoy these write ups and the Patreon discussions behind them. Agree with absolutely everything in your reports. Especially your summary on Paul Smyth. You need to do the dirty work in the formation we play.

Whilst talking formation I would like to see us change more to a 3,5,2 formation in certain games next season. It would certainly help Celar (and Kelman) to have a partner at the top end of the pitch. It would mean that our fancy 10's would have to be on the bench but they could come on and effect games later in the match.

Anyway I've had enough of football and bloody QPR - I'm off to the beach too.
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Spurs v Man Utd Europa League Final
at 09:01 22 May 2025

I know I should be over it by now but that Eric Cantona goal in 1996 still gives me the bang needle.

Love every minute of their decline - Especially the entitled fans.

No European football, No budget, A rotten team and a falling down stadium.

Long may it continue.
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Qpr cash
at 08:03 20 May 2025

They don't make it easy thats for sure.
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End of Season Journo's Review - Live Now On The Patreon
at 08:14 17 May 2025

Cheers Clive - Great listen as always.
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Uncle Albert on fire for Walsall
at 07:38 17 May 2025

Well done Unc's - We love you!!
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Paul Furlong deserves a 1st Team chance
at 08:05 16 May 2025

I wouldn't be disappointed if that was the route we went down.

My only concern is a bit like Wild Thing - It would be horrible if it all turned sour and ruined his status with the fans.

But I am all for promoting within as as you say there is a lot of expensive dross out there and who knows it might just work.
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Absolute proud to be a ranger tonight....
at 06:35 16 May 2025

The delivery for the third goal was the best Loftus Road has seen all season.

Hope Chair and Paal were watching and taking notes.

Amazing support from our fans.
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Vic Stevenson
at 11:33 15 May 2025

Proper Old Skool Rangers is our Vic.

Keeping everything crossed for our hooped brother.
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