Id say that language was probably something that appeared when games got a bit more complex. It was definitely a thing in late 90s when stuff like Fallout existed.
I'm not a massive gamer or owt tbh.
I do take your point on generational experience. I'm just pulling your leg cos I like...
@voyeur
Apparently the phrase XP was originally coined by the inventors of 'Dungeons and Dragons' which was invented in 1974.
It was later adopted by computer games to describe a similar process of strengthening characters via achievements.
So it seems even the oldsters have had 52 years...
Hmm. IT's an interesting question
442 isn't played very much by anyone because it tends to get over run in midfield against yer trendy modern formations I think you can address the to SOME extent by having a more workmanlike set of wide players - but then, you possibly lose the advantage we had...
*Fingers crossed*
The other point is - Apter has probably paid for the academy set up since he's been here. We say 'is it worth it?' because it's hard bring them through - but just one every now and again can make it pay.
https://mclfoot.blogspot.com/2025/07/cheers-rob.html
Whilst I was writing this, my lad looked over my shoulder and said 'Dad, it seems like you are writing a eulogy for a dead person'
And a nettle tea, which is bizarrely a Heysham delicacy.
It's a great spot, made surreal by the juxtaposition of the olde worlde village and church with the ** massive nuclear power station.
There's also two nature reserves in Heysham which are both good.
Alex Lankshear played that game too - looked really good and has since played zero minutes of League football and is now at Boston United.
Funny old game eh Saint?