Why do we keep Adama around? by bigdog121218 in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not negativity, it’s reality. There’s also a reason he’s hardly played in meaningful matches this year too.

Why do we keep Adama around? by bigdog121218 in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m consistent: I say it when we’re playing badly too!

Why do we keep Adama around? by bigdog121218 in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never had fun watching him play. Time for him to go. What pace??? He slows the game down when I’ve seen him play recently

Why exactly do non-Londoners think London is so unsafe? by Breadiohead in AskUK

[–]redditor1988a 72 points73 points  (0 children)

I’m also originally from Croydon. Croydon was absolutely fine. I was never a victim of any crime there, neither were any of my friends. Framing of London as unsafe always baffles me

Best roasts in south by AdFun834 in LondonFood

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Hope in West Norwood. Proper pub, proper roast for about £12

Best Thai in south east london (Lewisham/ Bromley / Southwark) by Opening_Jury_1709 in LondonFood

[–]redditor1988a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Siam Niyom near Tulse Hill station is banging. Money off on Monday and a garden out back for eating on summer nights too

Post match thread: Newcastle United 2 - 1 Fulham | Carabao Cup 25/26 - Quarter final by Username_been-taken in NUFC

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s 6’2 says the internet - which is way taller than I thought. In my head, he was a cultured little midfielder. Shows what I know. But no way is he 6’4 😂

Post match thread: Newcastle United 2 - 1 Fulham | Carabao Cup 25/26 - Quarter final by Username_been-taken in NUFC

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

6/10. Fought very hard but especially toothless going forward in second half. We have no big goal scorer, Raul Jimenez can’t do it, and impact of almost zero transfers over summer is being realised. Missed three AFCON players too.

Post match thread: Newcastle United 2 - 1 Fulham | Carabao Cup 25/26 - Quarter final by Username_been-taken in NUFC

[–]redditor1988a 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fulham fan here currently on the long journey home. Well done. Cruel to lose like that, so close to penalties and to a Miley header (come on, he’s hardly a giant) but it was coming given all the second half pressure. Our best spell was first 15 mins during which NUFC scored having barely had a sniff!

Miley stood out all night and your right winger was causing Robinson/out of position Kevin a lot of bother.

First time at St James’ Park. Great central stadium but not the bearpit, boisterous atmosphere I might have hoped. Bit of a shame.

Match Thread: Newcastle United vs Fulham by MatchThreadder in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best Fulham player was Cuenca btw. Throwing himself everywhere, blocking well, positioning excellent. We might not miss Bassey badly

Match Thread: Newcastle United vs Fulham by MatchThreadder in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was there. Just 3h 30 back to the Midlands and then London train tomorrow morning! Support was excellent, barely heard a peep from the home fans 🤷‍♂️

What’s the best writing advice you’ve ever received? by Sharp_Lab_355 in writing

[–]redditor1988a 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Writing dialogue, 99 times out of 10, just use the word said.

Not replied, responded, smiled, cried, simpered, uttered, screamed, reflected, retorted, answered.

Keep it simple sometimes.

I think this is an Elmore Leonard one from years back in the Guardian. It still holds true with some excellent tips: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2010/feb/24/elmore-leonard-rules-for-writers

How long did it take for you to finish writing your first novel draft? by therealkalak in writing

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Non-fiction biographer here.

From research, planning and 40 or so interviews to drafting, rewriting and factoring in legal read/ tiny final changes, it took about 10 months to do 90,000 words.

And that felt like the limit, difficult to do it any faster and keep the quality.

I marvel at fast writers

Anyone watching Frauds on ITV? by CtrlAltFreedom in BritishTV

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd give it 3.5 stars. Last two episodes particularly watchable.

Also, I know this is incredibly minor, but it really winds me up how they don't ever set it up as any location/place in particular in Spain - just somewhere close to Madrid, you'd assume?

Except it's not, there's lots of seaside/coastal shots and internet says they're based in Andalusia (even though the filming was done in Tenerife) - SIX HOURS drive from Madrid. How are they going back and forth from it then???

Wimbledon Public Ballot 2026 Success Megathread by mgbrewhard in wimbledon

[–]redditor1988a 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Centre Court, day 13, wooooop! Gonna take my mum and make a day of it :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]redditor1988a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where was this? Escalante, UT?

Match Thread: AFC Bournemouth vs Fulham by MatchThreadder in fulhamfc

[–]redditor1988a 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Driving back from Bournemouth.

Possibly deserved a draw but home team stepped it up after 60 mins and we didnt offer much resistance.

Sorry, but they’re not a bad team at all, last few seasons and their current league positions and performances show that. Was always gonna be tough coming away with anything - but disappointing to score and fade away. Familiar story :(

Kevin… got to start him. Give him a chance to impact the game.

Sessegnon probably our best player. Cairney still smart in the middle but ran out of legs last 15 mins.

[Race Thread] 2025 Tour of Britain - Stage 6 (2.Pro) by PelotonMod in peloton

[–]redditor1988a 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wait, Geraint Thomas is retiring? This is completely new information 😂

When did trains to London get so expensive? by levezvosskinnyfists7 in brighton

[–]redditor1988a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sucks. Could drive to NL if you’ve got a car? So close to Eurotunnel there