Alex MacLeod

That depends on how Lyon views the thistle. What constitutes an heraldic device? There is no explicit guidance on this from the office of the Lord Lyon. Where certain elements are enclosed in a shield and used by an entity as a statement of its identity, then that is likely to be deemed an heraldic device. Symbols such as lions, thistles and saltires are particularly likely to attract attention. Confusingly, a shield does not necessarily have to be “shield shaped”. It can be circular, square, diamond shaped etc. He could decide that the roots of the thistle are being hidden by the lettering scrolls

Peter Paul has one or two here http://www.caleyjags.com/pa/g/g.htm#A150419

13.4.1.1 Alleged Sending-Off offences at a match (as defined in clause 1.3 of Annex C hereto) not seen by match officials, which are brought to the attention of the Compliance Officer by whatever means. The key words 'not seen by match officials'. Obviously neither CO read those words. The match officials did see the offence and did discuss it but concluded that they were unsure what part of the anatomy the ball made contact with. Had that couple of words been taken into account Josh would never have been cited. There is a lot of learning to be had from this incident and I really hope the SFA take a long hard look at themselves and use this incident as a positive step to improving referee coaching and the game in general

Think from 25th includes 25th Andrew

However we've done against Falkirk in the past is neither here nor there. The team who wins the trophy is the team with the heart and desire on the day to win it. Its the team who play better and who score more. We need to be that team and not dwell on past experiences.

NO, NO, NO....Parkhead is even bigger

This is the strongest petition online at the minute with circa 4500 sigs. If you haven't signed do so here. https://www.change.org/p/scottish-football-association-withdraw-the-notice-of-complaint-issued-against-josh-meekings

Unfortunately, as far as Yogi goes, we only get to see or read the edited version of what he actually said. I'm with IHE in that I think there was an element of sarcasm in his statement and I think if I'd been present when he said whats reported I'd have interpreted it different.

Recognition for Shinnie as one of Richard Wilsons POY contenders Graeme Shinnie (Inverness Caledonian Thistle) Apps: 32 Goals: 2 A modern-day full-back who is just as comfortable surging upfield to join in attacks as he is in carrying out his defensive duties. Shinnie is as skilful and elusive as a winger, and his crossing provides a regular supply of chances for his teammates. He is increasingly sound as a defender, but at his most composed and exhilarating on the ball, not least because his manager John Hughes urges both of his full-backs to try to overwhelm opposition teams on the flanks. Shinnie is athletic and industrious, with enough stamina to continually run up and down the left flank, combining defence and attack. He has grown in composure, experience and influence, persuading Aberdeen to sign him on a pre-contract agreement. He will be sorely missed by Inverness. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32405658?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Maybe we'll have a special cup final one.

Listen to Stephen McLean here then then tell me its neither here nor there. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/scotland/26159324

Everyone seems to be of the opinion that the ref didn't see it. The ref did see something. He then consulted with goal judge. Outcome we're not sure if it was deliberate. And thatis the crux of the whole arguement. Was it deliberate. Personally I dont think so. I think Josh gets into a position to try and head the ball. Griffiths gets to it first. There is no way on this earth that anyone would have the reflexive action required, at such close range, to react in a deliberate manner. Therefore the outcome has to be that it was not deliberate therefore not a foul and certainly not a sending of. McLean did no wrong either. He acted exactly as his superiors teach. If in doubt dont penalise. The people who are very much in the wrong in all this are the people in the ivory tower of Hampden. They are miffed that a bigger team is not in the final. They are miffed that their payday is not going to be so big. Why else would they succumb to the pressure of one Scottish football club over another. Why else would they not act as a neutral agent but instead side with the big Glasgow club. The big problem, and one thats going to kill the game, in Scottish football is that for too many years the people in the ivory towers have lined their own pockets at the expense of the provincial clubs and the fans. Nobody has the balls to challenge them. Its high time that club chairmen got themselves organised and started to question the powers of the select few. Its high time this whole game in Scotland was taken by the short and curlies and given a real good shake up.

So does he take the suspension or does he argue it wasn't deliberate?

Aye but could they make up 11 goals

http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20150530T15&p0=90&msg=ICTFC+in+the+Scottish+Cup+Final+&csz=1

Two wins against United and a draw against St Johnstone is all we need. Simples. I do, however, think the drive we displayed on sunday will carry us through with a first win of the season against Aberdeen on saturday.

Window in Scotland opens on 9th June. Only out of contract players can be signed before then.

On top of above there's incentive to win and gain 130k euro for making second qualifying round of Europa.

I think the prize money for winning is around 75k. On top of that is share of semi and final gate reciepts + tv monies. Maybe 200k total. Its not something thats really publicised.

Hers's one for the Highland marchers. Now that our last match is at Hampden is the march from Parkhead to Hampden?

One question thats not asked is 'did the ref think perhaps there was hand to ball contact but it wasn't deemed to be deliberate'? Josh is twisting around to get his body in the way of a ball that he doesn't know, in the nano second of time he has to make a decision, the direction of. He's hardly two yards away from Griffiths so has the ref decided it was not deliberate? Matches are won on goals and Celtics only goals came from well taken set pieces whereas two of ours were from open play. Barring the first twenty five minutes when Celtic were on top I think we were the team with the most desire to win and we played to win. In extra time when it went to 2-2 Celtic stopped, obviously hoping they'd dominate in shoot-out. We kept going and got the winner. End of.

The venue is big but if seating is allocated sensibly then it can look full. Saturday had around 25k and sunday over 28k. Both relatively small crowds but I didn't think atmosphere was affected. Its what makes the day that matters and not the numbers. I'm sure we can rustle up 10k and Falkirk about 15k. Nice weather and that could be even more. The only thing I can see that could affect the neutrals is the play-off finals that weekend but who cares. We are in the final ofthe biggest trophy in Scotland so should savour the moment and not get tied up in crowd figures. Sadly I'll be in Angola for it.

If anyones interested I have a couple of tickets spare for sunday. South Lower JJ.

Could kick you in the b***s.