The Rock beckons

[The Mantis]

We murdered them in the first half but a very open second half with probably the better chances falling to them and Musa saving us a few times.
That winner was the highlight of the season for me but then I missed the Montrose game…

[LisleRightPeg]

It’s great to win games when the team hasn’t played well. Yet again Big Musa came up with crucial saves to keep us in it. 

[tm4tj]

 

[+old caley girl]

Complete and utter limbs at the goal. What an amazing feeling. Rest of game was frustrating on a horrific pitch. 

What a celebration. What a club! 

[Charles Bannerman]

3 hours ago, snorbens_caleyman said:

"SOME CHICKEN! SOME NECK!"

Definitely not Duncan Ferguson, speaking after the 15 point deduction.

Another Churchill quote!

And another reminder of what a disastrous appointment Duncan Ferguson was… and of the self satisfaction of Scot Gardiner’s claims about his role in making it.

Edited March 8 by Charles Bannerman

[IBM]

49 minutes ago, Charles Bannerman said:

Another Churchill quote!

And another reminder of what a disastrous appointment Duncan Ferguson was… and of the self satisfaction of Scot Gardiner’s claims about his role in making it.

You guys must have the history books out tonight or the Churchill quotes are impressed in your memory   I thought snorbens was making "cock a leekie soup" 

[RednBlackComeback]

2 hours ago, Charles Bannerman said:

And another reminder of what a disastrous appointment Duncan Ferguson was… and of the self satisfaction of Scot Gardiner’s claims about his role in making it.

And who was it that oversaw all of that?

[STFU]

Delighted to see the team and coaches getting the rewards for their hard work and determination. They can now set their sites on 7th spot and a win on Tuesday will achieve that as well as open up a wee gap on Annan.

There's a bit to go yet, but the turnaround in our season (on the pitch) is stuff of legends.

[big cherly]

Just wanted to wait 24 hours to let it sink in being in 8th place before adding a note. 
When we were deducted 15 points and dumped at the bottom of the league and in the early stages Admin I must admit I was a bit worried this could be too deep a hole to climb out of. The contribution and impact that A Savage brought at this time should not be underestimated. He brought crucial stability that allowed the football side to survive and start the challenge of fighting their way to stay in the league. Dumbarton’s fall into Administration helped our own cause significantly. 
Whilst C Christie’s unquestionably energy and experience has been a cornerstone of any footballing direction taken, its time to give proper and full credit to Scott Kellacher (particularly), coach Billy and the players for getting to the lofty position that we find ourselves today. Quite remarkable in my book and may well be looked upon in 10 years time as one of the clubs greatest achievements. 
We are not safe by any means yet as staying in 8th place has to be earned. However today seems a lot more lighter than the past 6 months. 
bc

Edited March 9 by big cherly

[Satan]

Although nothing has been accomplished yet, getting into a position of relative safety in the utter binfire that is league 1 will not on its own be a great achievement. 

After all the pain endured, successfully exiting the administrative process will be something to look back on in years to come as a defining moment - as long as we let the right one(s) in.

[tm4tj]

What's it all about Alfie?

 

[The Mantis]

Let's not start congratulating ourselves yet. As I've said many times before, this usually leads to a harsh dose of reality in the next game.
It's not guaranteed that we're getting anything off Stenhousemuir on Tuesday - they've won 5 in a row, with a better goals for/against tally than us. They were no match for us last time, but with 47 points Gary Naysmith, an ex-pupil of my old school btw, must be doing something right.

[tm4tj]

Here's what it's all about...

Alfie Bavidge’s last minute winner yesterday pic.twitter.com/iYhJVQPAqG

— Inverness Caledonian Thistle FC (@ICTFC) March 9, 2025

[+old caley girl]

20 minutes ago, The Mantis said:

Let's not start congratulating ourselves yet. As I've said many times before, this usually leads to a harsh dose of reality in the next game.
It's not guaranteed that we're getting anything off Stenhousemuir on Tuesday - they've won 5 in a row, with a better goals for/against tally than us. They were no match for us last time, but with 47 points Gary Naysmith, an ex-pupil of my old school btw, must be doing something right.

It's a big psychological step to get up to 8th but agree we cannot get too rocky or complacent. The job has still to be finished but I'm confident we will get 8th at least in the end 

[KennySim93]

Oh my god that pitch is diabolical!

[STFU]

3 hours ago, The Mantis said:

Let's not start congratulating ourselves yet. As I've said many times before, this usually leads to a harsh dose of reality in the next game.
It's not guaranteed that we're getting anything off Stenhousemuir on Tuesday - they've won 5 in a row, with a better goals for/against tally than us. They were no match for us last time, but with 47 points Gary Naysmith, an ex-pupil of my old school btw, must be doing something right.

I'm congratulating the team for overhauling the 15pt penalty and getting us properly back into fighting territory. As I said, still a way to go, but that's an achievement worth marking in itself.

Something to push on even more from and definitely not something to be complacent about.

[tm4tj]

 

[The Mantis]

Forgot to mention - Brannan looks a great signing, and apparently that was his first ever senior game. Played at right back and obviously tired a bit late on. Got booked first half for a rather robust challenge.

Edited March 9 by The Mantis
Autocorrect

[Robert]

9 hours ago, The Mantis said:

Forgot to mention - Brannan looks a great signing, and apparently that was his first ever senior game. Played at right back and obviously tired a bit late on. Got booked first half for a rather robust challenge.

He came off the bench last week against Montrose and looked good. He’d played in a semi final for Kilmarnock Under 18s the day before the Montrose game. 

[The Mantis]

22 minutes ago, Robert said:

He came off the bench last week against Montrose and looked good. He’d played in a semi final for Kilmarnock Under 18s the day before the Montrose game. 

Cheers Robert. Wasn’t there last week but I remember reading about the U18s now. So it was his first start anyway. 

[Eagle4Caley]

What a brilliant weekend away that was!

Got to Dumbarton from London Gatwick good and early [early enough to have breakfast in MacDonalds!] ...then took in the Scottish Maritime Museum [where a delightful lady told me all the history about the shipyard and Denny boat testing tank], a walk up the coast past the ground to the Castle [where an equally delightful lady took me around the castle and told me a great story about Robert the Bruce's heart!]...

Enjoyed a drink in the bar, with a Manchester City supporter ticking off another Scottish football ground

Anyway....

Always thought this was going to be a gritty match, the pitch hardly helped, it seemed almost impossible to play a true ball [esp for poor old Nolan!]. Generally we were much the better side, especially in the first half, yet Dumbarton had the more dangerous chances [in the second half], Dibaga and the bar saved us a couple of times, which made the last 10mins decidely nervy especially with Dumbarton winning late corners. But in the end Bavidge came up trumps and I experienced 'limbs' as everyone went bonkers with delight. It was lovely to share the full time celebrations with the team...and what a great turnout from our fans. Well done everybody

Playing Brannan at the back to allow Bray to play further forward helped mitigate the absence of Longstaff. I must say we did very well to get Savage last year and Dibaga/Allan this, and Gilmour really is becoming a worthy successor to some quality midfielders we have had in the past...and obviously the signing of Bavidge is the one that saves our season [unless things go strangely awry]

To cap off a great weekend both Palace & Sutton United won, I got upgraded at my hotel, and had the entire row to myself on my plane back home....A weekend of football doesn't get much better than that [other than winning the Cup]

[+Naelifts]

Sounds ideal Eagle. I always enjoy reading of your journeys and weekends away. You are a credit to the club support with your massive efforts to attend and Im glad you returned home having witnessed a victory.