Lack of buzz around first day of the league season?

[He's here!]

Maybe it's the impact of Covid/lack of crowds for so long and the fact the Euros have not long finished, but I must admit I'm not feeling much of a buzz around the new Scottish football season. Anyone else feel similar or is everyone raring to go?

I think as I've got older I've lost that sense of fevered anticipation that used to herald the start of the season, but I'll maybe get more into it if Hibs string together some good early season form. As things stand I'm enjoying the Olympics and not really too bothered for the football.

[Mikey_1875]

Not too interested in the opener but game tonight should be a good watch. Really looking forward to tomorrow and some European football during the week. Enjoyed the summer break but with crowds now coming back and the fact we have a pretty good team this is probably a season i’ve been looking forward to more than most.

[hibee]

Yes I’m feeling the same, for the second year in a row I’m looking at the possibility of having bought three season tickets and not being guaranteed to see every game live in the stadium.

Going to the game and sitting in the same seat beside my mates and other fans I’ve got to know around me over the last 25 years is what I enjoy most about the games now.

If we get back to every game in our own seats soon I’ll get over it but sitting in random seats every second game doesn’t appeal and can see me losing interest and drifting away from the game which would be a real shame.

[Irish_Steve]

Yes I’m feeling the same, for the second year in a row I’m looking at the possibility of having bought three season tickets and not being guaranteed to see every game live in the stadium.

Going to the game and sitting in the same seat beside my mates and other fans I’ve got to know around me over the last 25 years is what I enjoy most about the games now.

If we get back to every game in our own seats soon I’ll get over it but sitting in random seats every second game doesn’t appeal and can see me losing interest and drifting away from the game which would be a real shame.

In a way, i`m quite looking forward to the randomness of not knowing where I will be sitting!

I have sat in all parts of the ground over the decades but have spent in last 20 years or so in the Famous Five with the kids and now have moved to the FFU. I`ll just miss my comfy seat with the arm rests lol

[Pagan Hibernia]

Can only speak for myself. I’m buzzing about the new season and have been counting the days for weeks

[gaz1875]

With the Euros then the European games so close to the end of last season, it feels like there's never been a break from football.

[Hiber-nation]

I'm quite looking forward to it and a bit disappointed I can't get a ticket for tomorrow.

Hermit Crab has a spare.

[StevesFamau5]

I am absolutely buzzing for tomorrow. An away trip with the Hibs. Even tempted to break my Sunday rule and have a few bevvies (can't do Monday if I'm on the sauce the day before).

Couldn't give a toss about the huns, Yams or the lesser greens.

It's all about the Hibs... Let's start again, 3 points out the traps. [emoji1184][emoji1184][emoji1184]

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[Alfred E Newman]

Maybe it's the impact of Covid/lack of crowds for so long and the fact the Euros have not long finished, but I must admit I'm not feeling much of a buzz around the new Scottish football season. Anyone else feel similar or is everyone raring to go?

I think as I've got older I've lost that sense of fevered anticipation that used to herald the start of the season, but I'll maybe get more into it if Hibs string together some good early season form. As things stand I'm enjoying the Olympics and not really too bothered for the football.

It's quite worrying actually.
Maybe just old age but I have no inclination to try and get tickets at the moment. I've contributed my season ticket money as usual but I haven't got the usual start of season buzz either.
Until we get back to what I would call normal I can't visualise being back at Easter Road for a while yet.

[Pretty Boy]

I just can't get interested tbh.

Didn't bother with the Arsenal friendly or the European tie, didn't bother trying for a ticket for tonorrow and haven't got round to entering the ballot for Thursday yet. I've got plans for tomorrow so unlikely to watch our game either (I assume it's on TV and not just moved because we played on Thursday).

Until I can get back to football properly I really can't be arsed with it. Football has always been more about the social aspect of the day for me, be that a blether with my parents or beers with mates. The football is a side show. Probably not a popular opinion but it's where I am.

[ian cruise]

With the Euros then the European games so close to the end of last season, it feels like there's never been a break from football.

Yeah this is where my head is at, it feels like last season just finished and on q personal level it's been a busy couple of months so I never got to the point where I was missing the Scottish league.

Game today held no interest to me but I can't wait for tomorrow. Unfortunately I'll be driving up from Yorkshire so can't make the game but later kick off means I've something to listen to for my drive.

[Since452]

Buzzing. Felt so good being there last week and that feeling has only grown. Enjoyed the league starting today, going to watch the Celtic game tonight and will wake up excited tomorrow.

[matty_f]

Can’t wait for tomorrow. Meeting friends at Deer Park and heading through together. I loved being back at the Santa Coloma game and can’t wait to be in amongst it all again tomorrow.

[Hiber-nation]

Going but still trying to work up some enthusiasm for JR's Hibs. Last time I was "buzzing" for the start of the season was 2018-19. Dont think I've recovered from the start to 2019-20.

[Lancs Harp]

Planning my whole day around watching the match on the box tomorrow. Personally I cant wait. Bottle of Borolo in to celebrate our opener.

[Billy Whizz]

:aok:

Think it’s gone
Something will pop up tomorrow

[Keith_M]

Think it’s gone
Something will pop up tomorrow


Cheers Billy, I think I'll post a request on the PM board.

[judas]

Maybe it's the impact of Covid/lack of crowds for so long and the fact the Euros have not long finished, but I must admit I'm not feeling much of a buzz around the new Scottish football season. Anyone else feel similar or is everyone raring to go?

I think as I've got older I've lost that sense of fevered anticipation that used to herald the start of the season, but I'll maybe get more into it if Hibs string together some good early season form. As things stand I'm enjoying the Olympics and not really too bothered for the football.

I think it was the dire cup final against St Johnstone and acceptance of the fact that this current group of Hibs players do not have the bottle for truly big occasions.

[RoYO!]

I just can't get interested tbh.

Didn't bother with the Arsenal friendly or the European tie, didn't bother trying for a ticket for tonorrow and haven't got round to entering the ballot for Thursday yet. I've got plans for tomorrow so unlikely to watch our game either (I assume it's on TV and not just moved because we played on Thursday).

Until I can get back to football properly I really can't be arsed with it. Football has always been more about the social aspect of the day for me, be that a blether with my parents or beers with mates. The football is a side show. Probably not a popular opinion but it's where I am.

Same boat here.

[Babyshamble]

Looking forward to a day out with mates I've not seen for ages as much as the game to be honest. It's a bunch of guys that only get together for Hibs games. Be good to get back .

[Bishop Hibee]

Maybe it's the impact of Covid/lack of crowds for so long and the fact the Euros have not long finished, but I must admit I'm not feeling much of a buzz around the new Scottish football season. Anyone else feel similar or is everyone raring to go?

I think as I've got older I've lost that sense of fevered anticipation that used to herald the start of the season, but I'll maybe get more into it if Hibs string together some good early season form. As things stand I'm enjoying the Olympics and not really too bothered for the football.

I’m out on the absolute lash in Leith at a house party completely inappropriate for my age that the polis have already visited the all clear for. Couldn’t be better set up for the game tomorrow :aok::greengrin:greengrin:greengrin

[Allez Hibs]

Was listening to Sportsound earlier and it sounded like a great opening day. Particularly Raith v Hamilton and Dundee v St Mirren.

[S4uzee]

I think it was the dire cup final against St Johnstone and acceptance of the fact that this current group of Hibs players do not have the bottle for truly big occasions.

Precisely this for me too. I have no confidence in this team to achieve anything

[Danderhall Hibs]

Precisely this for me too. I have no confidence in this team to achieve anything

What does “achieve” mean to you?

[Jamesie]

I just can't get interested tbh.

Didn't bother with the Arsenal friendly or the European tie, didn't bother trying for a ticket for tonorrow and haven't got round to entering the ballot for Thursday yet. I've got plans for tomorrow so unlikely to watch our game either (I assume it's on TV and not just moved because we played on Thursday).

Until I can get back to football properly I really can't be arsed with it. Football has always been more about the social aspect of the day for me, be that a blether with my parents or beers with mates. The football is a side show. Probably not a popular opinion but it's where I am.

Can associate with a lot of that. There was a part of me watching the opener today with a depressing realism that Rangers will walk the league and there’ll be no contest whatsoever. Realistically it wasn’t as if I thought we’d challenge but every so often it hits home that we’re taking part in a league we will never stand a chance of winning.

I had no interest in the Arsenal game and then contracting COVID ruled me out of the Saint Coloma match. I’m in for the Rijeka ballot though so will see if that whets my appetite at all!

[matty_f]

Precisely this for me too. I have no confidence in this team to achieve anything

Really? I honestly don’t think I’ve been as optimistic about the direction Hibs are going than i am right now.

We’re a good team, which has strengthened on last season and not lost our best players. The team did really well last season, they should have folk right behind them, imho.

[Since452]

I don't get the negativity around this Hibs team. We should enjoy them while we can. There's a very weird sense of entitlement creeping into our support.

[Allez Hibs]

What does “achieve” mean to you?

Think to most it means win silverware.

[GreenCastle]

Few things to consider..

Supporters habits have changed last few months - but it’s amazing how human nature can change and fans will once again be looking forward to going to ER / away games. Getting back to ER was an amazing feeling and for those who haven’t been back yet - you will love it when you get a chance.

The league will be 1 horse race - usually it’s a 2 horse race but actually will make it more exciting seeing if Hibs / Hearts / Aberdeen / Celtic will get 2nd-5th.

The huns being on TV against Livi at home really isn’t the most exciting 1st game to start the league - least there will some drama in the 8pm game last night.

Hibs are putting pieces in place to grow as a club - they will face challenges along the way. I’m looking forward to see how we do this season and how Jack Ross does in a tougher league than last year. He needs to get the team to be consistent but also pick up points against the rivals mentioned above.

Finally maybe it’s just me but really didn’t see much promotion of the new league - Euro 2020 / Wimbledon/ Olympics have been all getting so much coverage. But Scottish football needs to work harder to promote more.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Think to most it means win silverware.

Does it? Despite it being something we don’t do very often?

We have been getting closer and closer to it recently though so it seems strange to me for people to say they’ve no confidence in us achieving it.

[Since452]

Does it? Despite it being something we don’t do very often?

We have been getting closer and closer to it recently though so it seems strange to me for people to say they’ve no confidence in us achieving it.

Exactly. If we were pumped out cups in early rounds I wouldn't have confidence in us. We don't win trophies often but we are getting very close. Considering we skooshed 3rd I have a lot of confidence in this side.

[ABZHFC]

I just can't get interested tbh.

Didn't bother with the Arsenal friendly or the European tie, didn't bother trying for a ticket for tonorrow and haven't got round to entering the ballot for Thursday yet. I've got plans for tomorrow so unlikely to watch our game either (I assume it's on TV and not just moved because we played on Thursday).

Until I can get back to football properly I really can't be arsed with it. Football has always been more about the social aspect of the day for me, be that a blether with my parents or beers with mates. The football is a side show. Probably not a popular opinion but it's where I am.

Couldn’t agree more re. your last point. The sooner clubs start to recognise that point of view the better. Otherwise we’re condemned to former chief executives writing vacuous corporate slogans such as “how ambitious is your club?” on letters for season ticket renewals

[S4uzee]

Really? I honestly don’t think I’ve been as optimistic about the direction Hibs are going than i am right now.

We’re a good team, which has strengthened on last season and not lost our best players. The team did really well last season, they should have folk right behind them, imho.

I’m exactly the opposite, opinion eh!

If you look at the opportunity they were given, I don’t see that as doing really well, folk will agree and disagree. To put in 3 performances like they did in those games, that’s where my lack of confidence comes from. Would love to be proved wrong

[bigwheel]

I just can't get interested tbh.

Didn't bother with the Arsenal friendly or the European tie, didn't bother trying for a ticket for tonorrow and haven't got round to entering the ballot for Thursday yet. I've got plans for tomorrow so unlikely to watch our game either (I assume it's on TV and not just moved because we played on Thursday).

Until I can get back to football properly I really can't be arsed with it. Football has always been more about the social aspect of the day for me, be that a blether with my parents or beers with mates. The football is a side show. Probably not a popular opinion but it's where I am.

The European game I had pizza and beers with mates before the game and then we sat together at the match. Chatted and had a laugh throughout. Today there’s four of us going in the car and we have tickets for the game….what are you waiting for that we can’t do already ? Give it a go. You’ll be surprised how normal it feels….


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[Peevemor]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?

[davhibby]

The European game I had pizza and beers with mates before the game and then we sat together at the match. Chatted and had a laugh throughout. Today there’s four of us going in the car and we have tickets for the game….what are you waiting for that we can’t do already ? Give it a go. You’ll be surprised how normal it feels….


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I’d second this, buzzing about the game today and looking forward to a good atmosphere at the football again. Even got proper tickets so feels even more normal today

[GreenCastle]

The European game I had pizza and beers with mates before the game and then we sat together at the match. Chatted and had a laugh throughout. Today there’s four of us going in the car and we have tickets for the game….what are you waiting for that we can’t do already ? Give it a go. You’ll be surprised how normal it feels….


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Yup - I saw many sitting outside on Leith walk and walking together / sitting together at the game.

It felt pretty normal being back at ER - at least give it a shot and make judgement then.

[bigwheel]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?

The site is made up of what people post. You’re not going to like this but if you want a site that is full of interesting supportive stuff , post more of it, rather than these posts which are equally negative. There’s loads of threads I turn away from these days when you get in a back and forth with a poster or two about how negative they are being….there is nothing uplifting about that..


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[Peevemor]

The site is made up of what people post. You’re not going to like this but if you want a site that is full of interesting supportive stuff , post more of it, rather than these posts which are equally negative. There’s loads of threads I turn away from these days when you get in a back and forth with a poster or two about how negative they are being….there is nothing uplifting about that..


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It doesn't happen on loads of threads.

And I do post stuff that's positive and supportive, only I don't repeat it over and over again on every possible thread like some who are of the opposite view.

[Brightside]

Precisely this for me too. I have no confidence in this team to achieve anything

I find that totally barmy. This team that just finished 3rd?

[Heisenberg]

I find that totally barmy. This team that just finished 3rd?

Not an achievement by the looks of it.

[Keith_M]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?



It's a bit weird, isn't it.


I think the OP just gave his honest view about his feelings... without any digs or anything...but some of the responses are just the usual 'Hibs are *****' nonsense.

[Alex Trager]

Excited for today, really hopeful we can go further than we did last year.

Think we have strengthened on last year and obviously kept our better players so far.

The last time we won on the opening day away at Motherwell was class. Hopefully more of the same today.

[Keith_M]

Excited for today, really hopeful we can go further than we did last year.

Think we have strengthened on last year and obviously kept our better players so far.

The last time we won on the opening day away at Motherwell was class. Hopefully more of the same today.


Having finally secured a ticket, I'm now looking forward to it as well.

Even though it was 'just a friendly', I enjoyed going to the Arsenal game, my first attendance at a match in nearly 18 months.

Win, lose or draw, I expect I'll feel the same today.

[Hiber-nation]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?

Try looking outside .net. Or maybe you shouldn't as there is way more negativity out there. I find .net very positive compared to the views of my Hibbie friends, family and acquaintances who don't or hardly ever post on here.

[Since452]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?

Same. Find myself getting more and more exasperated with it these days. Hard going.

[MWHIBBIES]

I think it was the dire cup final against St Johnstone and acceptance of the fact that this current group of Hibs players do not have the bottle for truly big occasions.

Just replace St Johnstone with Ross County, or the Falkirk play off, to see how things can actually change. You win some, you lose some.

It's a not a fact at all.

[marinello59]

I find .net really hard going these days. I can understand that some may have lost a bit of enthusiasm due to closed doors matches, but negativity is becoming more and more the norm.

Is it a site for supporters or detractors?

I find the site as a whole pretty supportive with a variety of views, positive and negative, being expressed as you would expect. There are a few posters who can’t tolerate any criticism of the club at all and that often results in petty bickering etc. It can make threads look much more negative then they actually are.
If you keep in mind that we all want success for Hibs and that nobody else’s opinion is any less valid than your own, then in the main, this place is alright. :thumbsup:

[Silky]

What does “achieve” mean to you?

I sometimes get the impression it means to wind derby's. Anything over and above that being a bonus!

[Hiber-nation]

I find the site as a whole pretty supportive with a variety of views, positive and negative, being expressed as you would expect. There are a few posters who can’t tolerate any criticism of the club at all and that often results in petty bickering etc. It can make threads look much more negative then they actually are.
If you keep in mind that we all want success for Hibs and that nobody else’s opinion is any less valid than your own, then in the main, this place is alright. :thumbsup:

Definitely. There are only 2 or 3 consistently negative posters and the same amount who feel they have to counteract that at every opportunity. Other than that its a good mix of positivity in general and those like me who just need a wee bit more convincing about this Hibs team.

[PatHead]

I am now looking forward to the season. With us not playing yesterday I wasn't really interested and didn't even look up results until just before the Hearts game.

[Peevemor]

Definitely. There are only 2 or 3 consistently negative posters and the same amount who feel they have to counteract that at every opportunity. Other than that its a good mix of positivity in general and those like me who just need a wee bit more convincing about this Hibs team.

I disagree with your 2 or 3 estimation. Neither do I agree that there are posters who "counteract at every opportunity", however we'll leave it there as I'll get pulled up for bickering.

[WhileTheChief..]

The thread asks how we feel about the start of the season and it quickly turns into discussing the content of Hibs.net?

There was no reason to change the subject other than to start an argument. No wonder it can appear negative on here!

To answer the question, buzzing for this afternoon. Be a hard game which could go either way.

[Vault Boy]

Given I'm used to supporting Hibs from a distance, I'm as excited as I've ever been about our new season starting. Can totally empathise with the regulars who will struggle until they're back in the stands though. Seeing and hearing even just a handful of fans at Easter Road recently has been so refreshing.

I love the new kits, I love European football, I'm excited by our signings, I'm excited by our senior management and executive team, I'm encouraged by the progress made by our manager. All in all, I can't wait for kick off later. Hibs are back babyyyy.

[Since90+2]

Definitely. There are only 2 or 3 consistently negative posters and the same amount who feel they have to counteract that at every opportunity. Other than that its a good mix of positivity in general and those like me who just need a wee bit more convincing about this Hibs team.

Agree with this. There's a handful of posters who turn every thread into pointless bickering but generally it's a good forum.

[WhileTheChief..]

It's a bit weird, isn't it.


I think the OP just gave his honest view about his feelings... without any digs or anything...but some of the responses are just the usual 'Hibs are *****' nonsense.

I’ve just read through the thread and don’t see this?

There’s some folk saying they can’t get too excited about the season for various reasons but no one has said they think we’re rubbish.

[Peevemor]

The thread asks how we feel about the start of the season and it quickly turns into discussing the content of Hibs.net?

There was no reason to change the subject other than to start an argument. No wonder it can appear negative on here!

To answer the question, buzzing for this afternoon. Be a hard game which could go either way.

What if some peoples' lack of buzz is influenced by the atmosphere on here? I was giving my opinion, not looking for an argument.

But yet again I'm the troublemaker.

[Billy Whizz]

Agree with this. There's a handful of posters who turn every thread into pointless bickering but generally it's a good forum.

Possibly because the person who’s put a fortune into Rangers, also sells motor cars

[marinello59]

Given that we are starting to see fans getting back in to games after a whole season without them I’m more excited about the start of this season than I have been for a while. Work means I can’t attend the game today but just seeing the ticketing thread appear and have people saying they have got tickets for the match is soooooooooo good. :thumbsup:

[Peevemor]

Given that we are staying to see fans getting back in to games after a whole season without them I’m more excited about the start of this season than I have been for a while. Work means I can’t attend the game today but just seeing the ticketing thread appear and have people saying they have got tickets for the match is soooooooooo good. :thumbsup:

Fans being back has given me extra enthusiasm too even though I watch on a stream in any case. Empty stadiums are just not right.

[Eyrie]

Possibly because the person who’s put a fortune into Rangers, also sells motor cars

Your post might be a non sequitur in this thread, but it does explain the headline I saw earlier about Sevco refusing to acknowledge Cinch as the new sponsors of the Scottish leagues.

A good example of how the Scottish game gets in its own way, resulting in it being undervalued by broadcasters and sponsors.

[Crunchie]

The thread asks how we feel about the start of the season and it quickly turns into discussing the content of Hibs.net?

There was no reason to change the subject other than to start an argument. No wonder it can appear negative on here!

To answer the question, buzzing for this afternoon. Be a hard game which could go either way.

The season starts for me today, for some reason I wasn't too excited about the european game but buzzing now :flag:

[Smartie]

I've got slightly mixed feelings, but I'd definitely sway more towards positive than negative.

Not yet have I been back to a game, I'm not going today but I'm in the ballot for the Euro game. Until I actually go to a game, it will be hard to say hand on heart that "football is back".

The team did fine last season, league finish was good and losing in the latter stages of the cups is an improvement on losing in the early stages, but there's still a nagging feeling that we might have done even better, and the team wasn't always a good fun watch - we failed to convince quite often. FWIW rather than berate Hibs.net in general or other posters, I fully respect everybody's right to hold their opinion, positive or negative, because certainly based on last season's showing you can find anything you like back up your argument. They're all merited.

Re this season - it always feels a bit funny when European football kicks in early and the season comes round fast when there has been international football over the summer. It doesn't feel that long since last season ended, a season that ended with a kick in the nuts.

This team and this manager have suffered from not having fans in grounds. When you're at a game, almost any win is a good result, however it is achieved. The perspective when watching it from home is totally different, it's easier to pick up on negatives, especially when there is zero atmosphere and no fans in the ground. Some of our hardest ground out victories last season would have been great to be at (last minute penalty to beat St Johnstone away for example) but the team don't get the credit they really deserve for those results.

The transfer activity business also makes this season seem a bit weird. We've not done much, and it's normally nice to have a nice few shiny signings ready to get started. It almost doesn't feel like a distinct new season, rather a continuation of last season. I don't know about anyone else but I also feel like we have a sword hanging over us a bit when it comes to players leaving. There are 3 or 4 of our better players who may well leave in the coming weeks, all of which would weaken us quite severely and may prove problematic to replace, especially with little time to do so.

So, a bit of a mixed bag. Am I looking forward to it though? Damn right I am, watching Hibs and then blethering pish about them is what I do, it's always great to get the summer months out the way and get back to the real thing.

[Pretty Boy]

The European game I had pizza and beers with mates before the game and then we sat together at the match. Chatted and had a laugh throughout. Today there’s four of us going in the car and we have tickets for the game….what are you waiting for that we can’t do already ? Give it a go. You’ll be surprised how normal it feels….


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I want to be able to walk into a pub, stand at the bar, order a pint, stand where I like them go back to the bar when I'm ready. I want to be able to turn up at the game at a time of my choosing, sit in my own seat, go down to the concourse at HT and have a blether/shake hands/let on to people that I know.

I accept there is good reason why that stuff is still off limits but it doesn't change the fact that it eats into my enthusiasm for both the pub and football. I was told how normal the pub felt, gave it a go and frankly it was nothing like normal. I get we are all different. Some people think table service and the more controlled nature of pubs is great. Some people are just happy to be at ER even if some of the things I have mentioned are off limits. For me the whole day comes together as one and if you take out 1 or 2 elements it just isn't the same.

I'll go to league games if I get a chance but as I said above making any extra effort isn't something I can get motivated to do. Good luck to those who are going to the game today or Thursday, I'm sure you will all have a good time. I'm quite content to leave it for now.

[Peevemor]

I've got slightly mixed feelings, but I'd definitely sway more towards positive than negative.

Not yet have I been back to a game, I'm not going today but I'm in the ballot for the Euro game. Until I actually go to a game, it will be hard to say hand on heart that "football is back".

The team did fine last season, league finish was good and losing in the latter stages of the cups is an improvement on losing in the early stages, but there's still a nagging feeling that we might have done even better, and the team wasn't always a good fun watch - we failed to convince quite often. FWIW rather than berate Hibs.net in general or other posters, I fully respect everybody's right to hold their opinion, positive or negative, because certainly based on last season's showing you can find anything you like back up your argument. They're all merited.

Re this season - it always feels a bit funny when European football kicks in early and the season comes round fast when there has been international football over the summer. It doesn't feel that long since last season ended, a season that ended with a kick in the nuts.

This team and this manager have suffered from not having fans in grounds. When you're at a game, almost any win is a good result, however it is achieved. The perspective when watching it from home is totally different, it's easier to pick up on negatives, especially when there is zero atmosphere and no fans in the ground. Some of our hardest ground out victories last season would have been great to be at (last minute penalty to beat St Johnstone away for example) but the team don't get the credit they really deserve for those results.

The transfer activity business also makes this season seem a bit weird. We've not done much, and it's normally nice to have a nice few shiny signings ready to get started. It almost doesn't feel like a distinct new season, rather a continuation of last season. I don't know about anyone else but I also feel like we have a sword hanging over us a bit when it comes to players leaving. There are 3 or 4 of our better players who may well leave in the coming weeks, all of which would weaken us quite severely and may prove problematic to replace, especially with little time to do so.

So, a bit of a mixed bag. Am I looking forward to it though? Damn right I am, watching Hibs and then blethering pish about them is what I do, it's always great to get the summer months out the way and get back to the real thing.

I agree with pretty much all of that.

Having matches in the middle of July is weird given that there's still a month and a half of transfer window to go. It's unsettling when you start a season not knowing how much the squad will have changed by September.

SJM's involvement in matches the last time we were in Europe is a good example.

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I have tickets for today but am close to not even bothering going

[Steve20]

I am looking forward to this game. Wish we had improved the team more, but it’s a new season. I actually look forward to the Motherwell game more than the European games. Maybe if we got through this next round and had a chance of making a group stage I’d feel different. But it’s all about today and vital we pick up 3 points. A win to get us going please.

[bigwheel]

I want to be able to walk into a pub, stand at the bar, order a pint, stand where I like them go back to the bar when I'm ready. I want to be able to turn up at the game at a time of my choosing, sit in my own seat, go down to the concourse at HT and have a blether/shake hands/let on to people that I know.

I accept there is good reason why that stuff is still off limits but it doesn't change the fact that it eats into my enthusiasm for both the pub and football. I was told how normal the pub felt, gave it a go and frankly it was nothing like normal. I get we are all different. Some people think table service and the more controlled nature of pubs is great. Some people are just happy to be at ER even if some of the things I have mentioned are off limits. For me the whole day comes together as one and if you take out 1 or 2 elements it just isn't the same.

I'll go to league games if I get a chance but as I said above making any extra effort isn't something I can get motivated to do. Good luck to those who are going to the game today or Thursday, I'm sure you will all have a good time. I'm quite content to leave it for now.

Everyone will have their own requirements - but my experience for the games this season is that other than masks and a bit of sensible distancing , the experience is much like most other games …..I think today , with close to a normal away support , will be not much different than before ..

Anyway, was just nudging you to perhaps give it a go and see what you think [emoji106]

[Keith_M]

What if some peoples' lack of buzz is influenced by the atmosphere on here? I was giving my opinion, not looking for an argument.

But yet again I'm the troublemaker.


I thought you said you were leaving it?


,😏

[Peevemor]

I thought you said you were leaving it?


,[emoji57]I wanted to, but I'm not having people making stuff up about me either.

[Billy Whizz]

Your post might be a non sequitur in this thread, but it does explain the headline I saw earlier about Sevco refusing to acknowledge Cinch as the new sponsors of the Scottish leagues.

A good example of how the Scottish game gets in its own way, resulting in it being undervalued by broadcasters and sponsors.

Think I replied on the wrong thread😂

[Keith_M]

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I’ve just read through the thread and don’t see this?

There’s some folk saying they can’t get too excited about the season for various reasons but no one has said they think we’re rubbish.


Yeah, TBF, that is a bit of an exaggeration... but there has been a few posts that were incredibly negative considering our 3rd place finish and the fact this season hasn't even started yet

[Lago]

Same boat here.
Agree, can't see me jumping through all the current hoops necessary to watch Hibs, coupled to that I see Edinburgh council exploring the implementation of congestion charges for drivers coming into town, so I would have to probably pay that to travel in from Fife to watch Hibs at ER. That will the day I finally say goodbye to ER after 40 plus years.

[erin go bragh]

3rd game for me and I’ve loved the first two ,, 2 thousand in the away stand will be tremendous today .

[MWHIBBIES]

Agree, can't see me jumping through all the current hoops necessary to watch Hibs, coupled to that I see Edinburgh council exploring the implementation of congestion charges for drivers coming into town, so I would have to probably pay that to travel in from Fife to watch Hibs at ER. That will the day I finally say goodbye to ER after 40 plus years.

Or perhaps, a train?

[H18 SFR]

I hope we back the team to the hilt today and create a good atmosphere.

If we don’t after so long out with all gongs COVID then we never will.

[Key West]

It could have been so much better last season but hopefully there is a platform from the positive aspects of the last campaign to build on and I am cautiously looking forward to the game despite the Doig distraction. :flag:

[Lago]

Or perhaps, a train?
Perhaps, but at 78 years of age it's a long up hill walk back to Waverley and my knees aren't what they were so probably stick to TV football.

[flash]

There really are a lot of people who clearly either weren't old enough or alternatively didn't care enough to have suffered years when we actually were crap.

[Keith_M]

Has everybody got their buzz back yet?


:greengrin

[WhileTheChief..]

Absolutely. Cracking game and result :cb

[Since452]

That away end looked absolutely bouncing.

[Hiber-nation]

Take back everything I said...just back and that was brilliant. A fit Magennis will make a huge difference to our style of play.

[Keith_M]

Take back everything I said...just back and that was brilliant. A fit Magennis will make a huge difference to our style of play.


I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it, mate.


:aok:

[JimboHibs]

Has everybody got their buzz back yet?


:greengrin

Potentially could be a cracking season, big city derbys back, Hamilton & Killie sucked the life out of me with theyre artificial pitches them both getting relegated can only improve the SPL certainly for atmosphere.

[Billy Whizz]

I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it, mate.


:aok:

Good to meet you today Keith

[Iggy Pope]

Has everybody got their buzz back yet?


:greengrin

I buzzed off to Wales and Cheshire for a week as I never seen away tickets ever being a possibility. I’ve a bit off buzz back now though as I’ve been on the glue since ten past six.

[S4uzee]

Has everybody got their buzz back yet?


:greengrin

Didn’t beforehand, seeing the fans behind the goal I could feel it.

It’s an addiction isn’t it

[Garymcl]

Great support today place was bouncing at times took both my grandchildren to there first game they’ve got the buzz now promised I will take them to the cup game against kilmarnock this is gonna cost me a few quid but to see there wee faces at full time was well worth it made me proud again to be a hibby :thumbsup::flag:

[inglisavhibs]

Agree, can't see me jumping through all the current hoops necessary to watch Hibs, coupled to that I see Edinburgh council exploring the implementation of congestion charges for drivers coming into town, so I would have to probably pay that to travel in from Fife to watch Hibs at ER. That will the day I finally say goodbye to ER after 40 plus years.
I doubt there will ever be congestion charges for driving to Leith from Fife unless you go via the town centre. Going to the European game was not that different to any other game and I think there will more fans allowed soon.

[matty_f]

That was brilliant today, absolutely buzzing to be back at the games, and the difference to watching on tv was night and day. It was so, so good to be back. Had great company to and from the game, met up with one of the Quick Bang contributors at the game and seeing the away end bouncing for the first time in well over a year was just superb.

The next game can't come quick enough.

[Hibby70]

That was great. Quite amazing how good for my mental health I found just sitting in the sun outside Gregg's/Tesco with some Hibs fans eating a sausage roll.

Normality resuming.

[Tommy75]

Great start to the season. An away win and 3 goals, what's not to like!?

If covid/restrictions have tought us anything it is that we ought to enjoy life when it throws us things to celebrate. I tuned in to the Hearts/Celtic game last night and for the first time in my life I didn't mind who won, I just wanted to see a good game of football. I am sure Hearts fans enjoyed the result last night but it was an absolute dire game of football.

I was the same at the Euros, I couldn't comprehend Scottish fans who tuned in to cheer whoever England were playing. At the end of the day, all I wanted to see was good football.

I really hope Ross sets us up to play attacking football. Life is way too short to buy a season ticket to sit and watch dull football. Supporting Hibs will take your emotions to extreme highs and desperate lows - being honest, who would have it any other way?!