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Looks like the club are predicting a crowd of about 16k, I'd hope for a few more to be honest! I'm sure we used to get about 18K for the same fixture did we not?

Fair enough, I think much of what he did was missed and what he didn't do (nor was it his job description imo) was highlighted, incorrectly.

I think that's a bit harsh. Ozil has had a brilliant season so far and I think he's definitely won over those doubters (there are many within a fickle Arsenal support). I've always enjoyed watching him and I never really understood why Mourinho marginalised him until he did the same to Mata at Chelsea. The problem is, these players aren't exactly his type of player but I think Wenger has changed this somewhat this season. I've seen Ozil track back, not necessarily make tackles but certainly puts himself about. He is also now on 16 assists, and considering it's only half way through the season, he's only going to add to that bar any serious injuries. He's had to dig deep a number of times and generally if he plays badly, the whole of the team appears to. A thoroughly enjoyable player to watch and Arsenal are very lucky to have him. One of the few World Class footballers in the premier league. I just hope Leicester can keep their squad together and fit. It's shaping up to be quite an interesting season with all the other bigger teams toiling. Watford, Palace, Everton, Leicester and to a degree Spurs are all adding to the entertainment.

I see it's due to re-open on Wednesday for all traffic except for HGVs. Probably just in time to help a few of the holiday travellers.

A local Dons supporting film company has requested our help to try and secure/retain funding to cover Sport in Aberdeen. There is currently a competition running where they may lose to other companies out with the North East. https://www.facebook.com/SportAberdeen/videos/1168329126528601/?__mref=message_bubble Please vote option B if it takes your fancy!

Absolutely, even when it was a bit of a mess, the skill levels involved were very high. Two brilliant goals and another two assists from özil, who is an.absolute gem to the premier league. Quiet, unassuming but an assassin. Mangala is not a footballer though.

Excellent words from McGinn in his post match interview with AFC. This to me is everything I want to hear from a player as a fan. Keep up the great work McGinn and then hopefully after a successful season with us you'll have a summer you'll never forget ahead of you with NI Full interview here: http://www.afc.co.uk/news/7189.php#.VngjbRF6HzJ

Main Stand and Lower RDS sold out so far. Hopefully we manage to get a full house as the team and management team have turned things around. The game at Killie on the weekend was a great statement of intent. They didn't settle for a 2-0 win which I think we've all criticised them of previously. They went for it. Caley haven't been on great form themselves recently so hopefully we can capitalise on this and continue our resurgence. A win will take us top of the table (hopefully for more than 24 hours) with Hearts playing Septic at the cowshed the following day. Results vary quite a bit between ourselves, with no one team dominating either fixture, although we were victors the last time they visited Pittodrie. I'd again look to start the same team as last weekend with Jack coming on. I don't think he's played well enough to deserve a starting place back yet. If he does I don't think Flood should play as they don't really play well together. In/Out: Out Prematcher: Family home Match: Heathrow Postmatcher: en-route to Kiwi land Prediction: 2-1 Dons, McGinn, Rooney

Just read this one fez book this afternoon. Have to say i'm disappointed that they've sold out to a mainstream company. I don't really drink meantime anymore either. http://www.theguardian.com/business/2015/dec/21/camden-town-brewery-sold-inbev-worlds-biggest-drinks-company

Well, the two cunts got 8 years each. Hopefully that means blatter will be dead by the end of it and platini won't ever be taken seriously in the football world again. Just hope the FBI swoop in and take them to face trial. Now that would be a nice Christmas present.

Quite enjoyed it today, agreed with most of the winners for a change. There was no-one more deserving than Andy Murray this year. Tremendous, hopefully his form continues into next year.

I agree, can see it happening and it would be a massive shame. Highlights are out:

Unsurprisingly guardiola confirms he's leaving bayern at the end of the season with ancelotti taking over. Wonder which Manchester club he'll end up at.

Watched the goals on red tv, all were very well worked goals, my.favourite was probably McGinns cross for Rooney. Ooft! Glad your first live game was a good one! Id really like to see Smith get some more game time.

Very pleased by this, been a long time coming this season! Perfect day results wise

2-0 up currently with McGinn and Rooney scoring. Rooney with his 50th for the club

Know what you mean, but I think it's a smart top, regardless.

Looks like a smart shop CtS Also, just noticed this on the AFC shops website this morning! https://shop.afc.co.uk/Product/ProductItem?id=315-2600-A00001-S

Sounds like McGinn trained this week but I'd rather not risk him on that pitch.

Gave the job to Alex Rae.

Reaching his 100th game in charge tomorrow. 57% winning record. Hopefully the rough patch that we had in October / November was just that and he and the rest of the management and team have learnt from it all. Keep up the work! Hopefully make it nine from nine for games against Killie at Rugby Park.

A rare 3PM kick off for us this week. Killie are in terrible form at the moment so I would be expecting us to get the 3 points providing we play to the levels of intensity shown in the past couple of weeks. I wouldn't throw Jack in at the moment either, although I don't think Pawlett did much last week. Again, i'd rather we stuck to the same starting XI if possible, I would presume that Reynolds will play with a Grassi mask on? Out Flat Theatre for the mrs' birthday Boozer 2-1 Dons, Hayes and Rooney

I think Rocket's comment still stands. Ward has proven to be an excellent acquisition. Unfortunately it will be hard to see him be here next season but you never know. If Liverpool are happy and we're happy (can't see why we wouldn't be) then he might be here next season. Seems to also be benefiting from having a solid back four in front of him as well. During our lean spell, I don't think we could hold him accountable for any of the goals conceded.

Mourinho gone!