Back the Players, Lose the Pessimism

We all know the flaws, and nobody's pretending every player is a world-beater. But there's a nasty habit among sections of our support — criticise first, see proof later. That attitude spills into transfer windows and conversations, and it rarely helps the club or the lads on the pitch. Pointing out positives doesn't mean ignoring problems. It means being constructive rather than corrosive.

Stop training in negativity

Constant slagging off becomes a soundtrack. It seeps into social media threads, into the stands, into the narrative around players. To be fair, supporters should call out poor performances. You can see why people get frustrated. But there's a difference between holding someone to account and cheering for their downfall. We can't treat every player like an expendable item; that mentality has consequences in the market and in dressing-room morale.

Chermiti: glimpses worth discussing

Look at Chermiti. We're not turning him into some untouchable. But there are moments where his talent shows — movement, a touch of quality, potential in the hold-up game. Those moments deserve comment as much as the bad ones. If the club are exploring options with buyers, you'd hope they're weighing his upside too, not just trying to shift him because of a headline or two. Supporters can nudge the conversation toward development rather than dismissal.

Keep perspective during the big race

We're in a rare and exciting title battle, probably the most interesting in years. Shouldn't that lift the mood? Instead, threads full of rumour and negativity dominate. Imagine if more of us highlighted good bits — the pressing, the shape at times, the youngsters doing their job — while still demanding improvement where it's needed. That kind of balanced backing helps create the environment for players to step up.

Truth is, passion fuels our club. Use it to encourage, to challenge fairly, and to remind the squad that the support is behind them when they show what they're capable of. There's room for critique, but the chorus of doom isn't doing anyone any favours right now.

Written by Scotty55!: 21 May 2026