Jacks v Bradford

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aggie

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Today, for the afternoon, I swap my green and white scarf for my black and white scarf, as I join with my best pal and follow my second team to Wembley.

Over my years living in London, I followed Swansea from League One all the way to the Premiership, so I've done enough time to really feel invested in this game.

Bradford have a wonderful story here as well, and I'm glad it's their supporters who'll be packing the other end of the stadium.

But Swansea have a date with destiny here too - their first ever major trophy. While Bradford have done incredibly to get here, the big wide pitch at Wembley will suit Swansea's style - I don't see them losing today.

I cannot wait to join with the Jack Army today, hailing the fulfilment of an incredible journey from the brink of extinction to Wembley.


"And we were singing hymns and arias, Land of my Fathers, Ar Hyd y Nos"

COME ON YOU JACKS!
 
Hope Bradford win...but I doubt they will.

Been to Valley Parade several times over the years including some games when they were in the Premiership.
My brother lives near Bradford so I have went to a few matches with him over the years.

Swansea are a really good side though, and I have friends who live there. It's a great town...will be pleased for them if they win.

Swansea to win...3-0
 
aggie said:
Today, for the afternoon, I swap my green and white scarf for my black and white scarf, as I join with my best pal and follow my second team to Wembley.

Over my years living in London, I followed Swansea from League One all the way to the Premiership, so I've done enough time to really feel invested in this game.

Bradford have a wonderful story here as well, and I'm glad it's their supporters who'll be packing the other end of the stadium.

But Swansea have a date with destiny here too - their first ever major trophy. While Bradford have done incredibly to get here, the big wide pitch at Wembley will suit Swansea's style - I don't see them losing today.

I cannot wait to join with the Jack Army today, hailing the fulfilment of an incredible journey from the brink of extinction to Wembley.


"And we were singing hymns and arias, Land of my Fathers, Ar Hyd y Nos"

COME ON YOU JACKS!
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Have a great day Aggie!

I'm very impressed with the way Swansea play their football - good on the eye so they are, but as an old romantic, i would like to see the underdogs win. However, i won't be dissapointed if you're smiling at the end of the game.
 
I'd love to see Bradford win, read that they're owner will turn down the chance to play in Europe because of finances, he's been told it'll cost him money to go to Europe.

Have a good day, Wembley is fantastic, and it'll be an incredible day out.
 
Well done to Swansea. Comprehensive in the end and probably as it should be. Bradford were plucky underdogs and did well getting there but really, Swansea did what Wigan, Aston Villa or Arsenal should have, which was to show their premier league quality and put them to the sword.
 
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Enjoyed it too, great feeling came over me towards the end - remembering what it was like to be four goals up in a league cup final and knowing youd won it, happy days
 
Bradford were outclassed but their supporters and the conduct of their players and officials was first class. Still a great day for the club and town.

The only black mark was Duke's sending off. Referee did his job but it's situations like that one that make the game look silly.

Credit for Swansea for bringing their A-game to the occasion. Good back stories to the match, however, the football itself lacked tension.
 
Tomsk09 said:
Bradford were outclassed but their supporters and the conduct of their players and officials was first class. Still a great day for the club and town.

The only black mark was Duke's sending off. Referee did his job but it's situations like that one that make the game look silly.

Credit for Swansea for bringing their A-game to the occasion. Good back stories to the match, however, the football itself lacked tension.
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Just back, nursing a MASSIVE hangover.

You are right though - the atmosphere wasn't what it could have been had Bradford made anything like a game of it, but from the kick-off they were never even remotely in the game. You don't get the same outpouring at the final whistle when the result has been an absolute certainty since minute one.

However, it was a great day, and I'm delighted for Swansea and all my friends in their support. Onwards and upwards, and oh for a chairman with the vision and commitment of Huw Jenkins.
 
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