"A football team is a number 9 and ten other players." - redgunamo.
No, it doesn't help, that's true. But I think there is a tendancy amongst some of those who are least inclined to accept shortcomings on behalf of players and manager to make the most of the shortcomings of fans.
If only we could replace the fans everything would be all right.
Right, but A has already pointed out, even decent teams get the bird sometimes. Crucially though, points are still awarded for the players' performances and results regardless.
You don't appreciate that in our haste to banter off the supporters, we risk ignoring a rather more essential aspect of the matter?
"A football team is a number 9 and ten other players." - redgunamo.
And I think David Squires' fine effort deserves a mention here.
https://thesunshineroom.com/2013/03/...llel-universe/