Pre-season sorts the men from the boys. And the boys from the girls. Cambridge United away on the last Saturday in July is a test of character, devotion and sanity.
As I write, our numbers have already been severely depleted due to school commitments, financial challenges, apathy and the 20:20 finals day. No matter, Jim, myself and our new ginger substitute (substitute for the other travelling team members, not for any other gingers) are making the effort and going to see all our shiny new players, and the not so shiny old players, stroll to a comfortable 4-2 victory at the old Abbey Stadium. Looking at the pictures on the website, it seems that the new Trade Recruitment stadium has one slightly presentable stand, and a terrace for us to stand on. Sensible shoes only required.
History lovers among us will remember the epic FA Cup battles against Cambridge United in 1992, when we drew 1-1 at Highfield Road with Dion scoring for them, and then lost thanks to a Lee Hurst own goal from a missed penalty in the replay at the Abbey. Many of us were there, but strangely Matt was on the terrace, but not with us.
Kings Cross for 11, champagne on the train, lunch somewhere presentable, and a bit of football for good measure. The season starts here.
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