Quote from Guardian on this weekends cup final

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  1. Plankton Pete

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    'Swansea City and Bradford City are football clubs of 101 years and 110 years respective standing. That they are to contest a cup final is of major significance, but it is neither remotely defining, nor all they comprise. Supporters frequently lambast rivals for "having no history", but history, though written to serve the winners, exists outside of those who get to parade in silly hats, and a narrative does not require a dry list of honours to be compelling. So, as neutrals, we can be pleased that less decorated clubs have reached Wembley, but should refrain from patronising their heritage and supporters as loveable, pattable lucky chancers whom we're just pleased to see smile after all that life has inflicted upon them.'

    This should strike a chord with every Barnsley fan.
     
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    Tut, what I wouldn't give to be loveable and pattable. :(
     
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    consider thi sen loved and patted xxxxx:rolleyes:
     
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    Don't patronise me!! :D
     
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    De-flea you and I might give you a pat!
     
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    A visit to the nit-nurse is log over-due!

    See. this is how threads get hi-jacked, tut.
     
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    Had to laugh at a comment from a Leeds fan on Look North facebook page saying "enjoy your fast amd last major cup final" and then it was pointed out that Bradford wonthe FA Cup 60 years before Leeds did
     
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    Damn phone that won't allow me to change it! Should have said "first and last"
     
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