Matt Elliot 'testimonial'

[LufbraFox]

OK so he was only with us for 8 years and not the required 10 for a testimonial

BUT...i think it would end the season a much higher note if a fixture was set up to commemorate his services to the club

After a pretty poor season i think it might change some of the negativity of some fans and they might remember how to cheer at games, im pretty sure even they couldnt abuse players in a testimonial

And i know he has probably done pretty well financially from the club but he can always donate the profits to a charity (or even LCFC )

Admittedly everyone may think its a really poor idea but something i just got to thinking about this morning

 

[alex]

good shout Lufbra, he was a legend....

For pure fun we could invite Dennis Wise too?

 

[Durham Fox]

If they do it the cash should go to charity, or the club. Big Matty has had enough out of us.

 

[LufbraFox]

If they do it the cash should go to charity, or the club. Big Matty has had enough out of us.

Thats what i thought as well to be honest, from a club perspective i think it would be good pr story

Weve had so much negative stuff of recent times, from administration, la manga and 2 consecutively poor seasons, this would be the first positive thing for a few years

 

[homer]

The stadium is booked up laying the astroturf, painting the seats, and putting up the stage for Darius

 

[alex]

If they do it the cash should go to charity, or the club. Big Matty has had enough out of us.

Why is that?

 

[Durham Fox]

If they do it the cash should go to charity, or the club. Big Matty has had enough out of us.

Why is that?

I not questioning what he ahs done for us, he is a legend. However testimonials were designed as retirement fund for players. Todays professionals, especially those who were on mega bucks like Matt Elliott dont need the cash and shouldnt take it IMO. Its a great idea to recognise their contribution to the club, but to line their pockets?

 

[highland fox]

I don't mind where the money goes as long as they do a Comemrative shirt and cap to mark the occasion,

 

[Bobby Smith]

Why not have a testimonial for the fans who have retired from buying shirts after 10 years service?

They could release a comemorative disposable shirt made from paper to mark the occasion, it would be biodegradable (good selling point). It would be ideal as the 121 year annivesary shirt is just around he corner.

 

[homer]

Why not have a testimonial for the fans who have retired from buying shirts after 10 years service?

 

[alex]

If they do it the cash should go to charity, or the club. Big Matty has had enough out of us.

Why is that?

I not questioning what he ahs done for us, he is a legend. However testimonials were designed as retirement fund for players. Todays professionals, especially those who were on mega bucks like Matt Elliott dont need the cash and shouldnt take it IMO. Its a great idea to recognise their contribution to the club, but to line their pockets?

Ok, get it, sorry Durham I thought you meant he'd had enough of City!

 

[BOB HAZELL]

Best post for ages, Bobby... :-D :-D :-D :-D :-D :-D

 

[se4_fox]

what?

cos muzzy did 9 seasons and got his?

:roll:

 

[drummindefender]

why would muzzy have a testimonial if he hasn't retired

 

[lcfcrules]

why would muzzy have a testimonial if he hasn't retired

I think Ryan Giggs has had a testimonial but he hasn't retired (could be wrong though)

 

[Mike - True Blue Tinter]

Why not Matty 'All Stars' against our best Academy team or Under 23 yrs, with all the proceeds to the Academy? I am sure Stearman and co. could hold their own against a bunch of thirty-somethings! Maybe the Academy could borrow Rooney as a 'ringer'!

 

[Brauny Blue]

Why can't i have a testimonial for my 10 years loyal service to my company? :smt024
Tight gits only ever give us a free crimbo meal :smt089

 

[Joe_Fox]

Why didn't Muzzy get a testimonial?

 

[alex]

Why didn't Muzzy get a testimonial?

Ummm...... Who gonna' tell ya'?

 

[Semper Eadem]

testimonials are for 10 years service. End of.

Matty was a great servant but hes doesnt deserve a testomonial. Hes taken enough cash off the club anyway.

Testimonials should be a thing of the past now anyway unless 100% of it goes to charity.