MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I've played every version since the first CM came out on the Amiga and received the news I'd been sacked ....for the first time ever....at the end of season 3 I was shocked . In telling my other half what had happened waiting for some sympathy I got none....well what did I expect I started as always as Pompey: Season 1 - reached Championship play-off semi's Season 2 - reached Championship play-off final Season 3 - managed 9th, with expectation of a top 6 spot If anyone play's as Pompey they well know its a challenge due to the decreasing salary budget and some players on large salaries. I had bought / snapped up a lot talented youth but run out of time before they really started blossoming When I thought about the injustice I remembered what happened IRL to Billy Davies at Notts Forest, Billy Davies saved them from relegation, reached 2 consecutive play-offs and still got the boot! Look what happended to the club since though Anyway its allowed me to see a new aspect of the game. I was fortunate to be offered the job at Notts County straight away who had just ben relegated from Championship Looking forward to the new challenge...even if my pride has been dented Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimbobWWFC Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 First time for everything! Good luck in your new job Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 Thanks Jimbo. You know Pompey didn't even get me a leaving card / present Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Reminds me a bit of Billy Davies' sacking at Nottingham Forest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 Reminds me a bit of Billy Davies' sacking at Nottingham Forest. Yep, exactly what I posted but good recognition all the same! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitja Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 congratulations! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 congratulations! and no steam achievement either Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriss Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Yeh, depending on who owns Pompey at any given time;) they can have very high expectations, understandable really, they have a heck of a history. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruyff14 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I remember Jupp Heynckes being sacked after winning Real Madrid the European Cup, how's that for an injustice!? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 Surely one day one of our owners really will be rich Highlights how good the Fa's fit and proper person's test is ...... Prospective Owner: "I'm a rich arab and I will invest in Pompey and always keep their interest high on my agenda FA / League: "Oh really, can you prove it?" Prospective Owner: "Yes, check the sand between my toes in my sandals, I even own a bank you know" FA / League: "Oh, you really must be fit and proper, I'll rubber stamp the application straight away" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 I remember Jupp Heynckes being sacked after winning Real Madrid the European Cup, how's that for an injustice!? ah but in doing so they conceded too many corners for the owners' liking. Quite understandable why he got sacked Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurf Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I cannot read this thread title without singing to the tune of Madonna! It's tough when you're sacked. Usually only happens to me at the lower league clubs - very bottom division with the crappest team in the league. But it still hurts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Tissier's Nose Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Yeh, depending on who owns Pompey at any given time;) they can have very high expectations, understandable really, they have a heck of a history. Not really..... history of sh*gging fish perhaps...... Anyway, Southampton are better. Just saying like. I JEST! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 Not really..... history of sh*gging fish perhaps......Anyway, Southampton are better. Just saying like. I JEST! You'll eat your words/fish Sunday Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 I cannot read this thread title without singing to the tune of Madonna! It's tough when you're sacked. Usually only happens to me at the lower league clubs - very bottom division with the crappest team in the league. But it still hurts. I was wondering whether my word play would make someone think that - Thanks!! I'm still hurting but success somewhere else no doubt will help and a Nelson (Simpsons) "Ha-Ha" will help as I overhaul them in a few years! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityAndColour Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I think the Davies sacking went a bit beyond league form (as it does with every club he's at). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriss Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 You'll eat your words/fish Sunday As a Brighton supporter I'm really gonna enjoy this one:) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 As a Brighton supporter I'm really gonna enjoy this one:) But surely you'll be wanting Pompey to win Kriss Great season for the fans with the southern derbies, but not sure if the Police / Hospital emergency rooms agree! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Yep, exactly what I posted but good recognition all the same! Sorry. Skim-read the second part of your post and the Billy Davies bit clearly didn't register with me. Whoops. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 No problems - I was pleased we both thought along the same lines......its good when you can match FM with real life situations ...although I didn't think that at the time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nocuous Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 You're telling me in all this time, you've never once given the board an ultimatum? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 You're telling me in all this time, you've never once given the board an ultimatum? Thats correct - Its rather obvious what their response would be don't you think? Mr Pompey: I want a bigger wage budget and more trasfer funds or I'm leaving Pompey Board: Don't forget your coat on the way out to the job centre and by the way the goldfish bowl is ours Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnhughthom Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 You don't call yourself Mr Pompey in game do you? I would think the County fans might be a bit dubious of your loyalty. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 LOL - The name change paperwork is in the post, I will now be known as Mr County....though I'm sure opposition fans may have their own pronounciation of that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
quaazi Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 You're telling me in all this time, you've never once given the board an ultimatum?How exactly does one issue the board with an ultimatum? I've never found that option anywhere, and considering my job status I'd like to try it out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPompey Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 Quaazi - Ive seen this come up where say you ask for more transfer funds but the board replies no. There are then muliple options to select from like: - We will fall behind our rivals - Disappointed with lack of ambition - Issue an ultimatum! However don't do it unless you accept the risk they may sack you!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimbobWWFC Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 And a very high risk at that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnhughthom Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 I've never been sacked, I'm a walk before I'm pushed kinda guy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyosullivan Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 I got sacked in my first season in my first save in FM12. Was with Ballymoney United FC, got sacked in Feb '12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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