http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/13466915.stm So, finally a board had the stones to take what could be seen as an enormous gamble - but then again, when you're in Swindon's position, why not take a gamble? Swindon fans at work are generally happy but stunned, one said "it sure as hell isn't going to be dull" and another said "does this mean we'll be playing in blackshirts next season?" What's the betting - First Round of the Watching Paint Dry Trophy at their place? Stranger things have happened. Interested to hear what fellow Addicks think of this move.
still happy with Chris Swindon & Paulo - he'll either win L2 with ease or be sacked in December - can't see it ending any other way.
Certainly, AllHell - there's going to be no middle road with this bloke. And I'm happy with Chris, too.
As you can see, I've got a lot of time on my hands this afternoon. http://newsthump.com/2011/05/20/swindon-town-to-unveil-statue-of-mussolini/
Sorry, I cannot agree with that comment. Paulo was known as a very good footballer and entertainer, but volatile, controversial, and unpopular with many for his views on race. Talented, but maybe more than a little flaky. I am not sure what patience he will have with the kick and rush of the lower tiers before throwing his toys out of the pram, and heading off to warmer climes. Chris was known as a marginally lesser footballer and entertainer, but also as an experienced and trusted administrator for the Players Union, who can probably be relied on to stay at Charlton as long as he is welcome here. If I were a young (or youngish) footballer trying to build a career starting in the third tier, I know which one I would be more confident about trusting with my future prospects. Also, Paulo di Canio is still a big deal here and at West Ham but I doubt if his name means that much to younger fans or up-and-coming players in other parts of the country. He was good, but he was no Ronaldo, Henri or Bergkamp, a name to inspire awe when it is time to sign a contract.