Ian Smith
@smithymfc84.bsky.social
Proud family man & big Boro fan! Work for @DBH_NHSFT. Write for @fmttmboro & @boro_mag and also run @MMoftheD on Twitter.
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My Dad chipping in to a conversation my brother and I were having about music, saying ‘Do you still listen to The Ben Fogle Four?’ (He meant Ben Folds Five)
December 25, 2024 at 2:42 PM
My Dad chipping in to a conversation my brother and I were having about music, saying ‘Do you still listen to The Ben Fogle Four?’ (He meant Ben Folds Five)
Up the bloody #Boro!
December 25, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Up the bloody #Boro!
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On holiday in Spain in the early 90s, I was in a bar wearing my West Ham top, a Scottish lad asked me if I was Julian Dicks. I said yes. Excited, he introduced me to all his family and they all bought me a few beers, while i signed a napkin. I look nothing like Julian Dicks.
December 25, 2024 at 9:25 AM
On holiday in Spain in the early 90s, I was in a bar wearing my West Ham top, a Scottish lad asked me if I was Julian Dicks. I said yes. Excited, he introduced me to all his family and they all bought me a few beers, while i signed a napkin. I look nothing like Julian Dicks.
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Wife got me an awful wool jumper that I absolutely hate, but she seems to love and has insisted I wear it for Christmas Day with her family. Today I "accidentally" put it on a boil wash followed by 3 hours in the tumble drier. Won't even fit the cat by the time it comes out.
December 25, 2024 at 10:25 AM
Wife got me an awful wool jumper that I absolutely hate, but she seems to love and has insisted I wear it for Christmas Day with her family. Today I "accidentally" put it on a boil wash followed by 3 hours in the tumble drier. Won't even fit the cat by the time it comes out.
Merry Christmas everyone!
Christmas time elicits nostalgia, and what better than some #Boro nostalgia in the form of TLF and Robbo celebrating the festive season?
All the best to you all, much love x
UTB!
Christmas time elicits nostalgia, and what better than some #Boro nostalgia in the form of TLF and Robbo celebrating the festive season?
All the best to you all, much love x
UTB!
December 25, 2024 at 11:36 AM
Merry Christmas everyone!
Christmas time elicits nostalgia, and what better than some #Boro nostalgia in the form of TLF and Robbo celebrating the festive season?
All the best to you all, much love x
UTB!
Christmas time elicits nostalgia, and what better than some #Boro nostalgia in the form of TLF and Robbo celebrating the festive season?
All the best to you all, much love x
UTB!
Merry Christmas #Boro fans far and wide. Much love x
December 24, 2024 at 6:15 PM
Merry Christmas #Boro fans far and wide. Much love x
Off to the mighty #Boro!
December 14, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Off to the mighty #Boro!
Absolutely bloody freezing.
Stadium one of two, today.
From Worksop Town to the Riverside. #Boro
Stadium one of two, today.
From Worksop Town to the Riverside. #Boro
December 14, 2024 at 9:10 AM
Absolutely bloody freezing.
Stadium one of two, today.
From Worksop Town to the Riverside. #Boro
Stadium one of two, today.
From Worksop Town to the Riverside. #Boro
Back at the #Boro on Saturday after what feels like an eternity.
Wife surprised me with tickets for us and our son (my daughter opted to not bother - wise move perhaps?)
So difficult to get to games these days, so absolutely love the opportunity when it comes round. #UTB
Wife surprised me with tickets for us and our son (my daughter opted to not bother - wise move perhaps?)
So difficult to get to games these days, so absolutely love the opportunity when it comes round. #UTB
December 12, 2024 at 8:13 PM
Back at the #Boro on Saturday after what feels like an eternity.
Wife surprised me with tickets for us and our son (my daughter opted to not bother - wise move perhaps?)
So difficult to get to games these days, so absolutely love the opportunity when it comes round. #UTB
Wife surprised me with tickets for us and our son (my daughter opted to not bother - wise move perhaps?)
So difficult to get to games these days, so absolutely love the opportunity when it comes round. #UTB
Lovely arrival in the post today, brings back memories of Bryan Robson marauding the midfield at a time when anything felt possible in the red of the #Boro.
The aura he had is so much that just looking at this shirt, as it would’ve looked back then, gives me proper goosebumps.
The aura he had is so much that just looking at this shirt, as it would’ve looked back then, gives me proper goosebumps.
December 11, 2024 at 7:52 PM
Lovely arrival in the post today, brings back memories of Bryan Robson marauding the midfield at a time when anything felt possible in the red of the #Boro.
The aura he had is so much that just looking at this shirt, as it would’ve looked back then, gives me proper goosebumps.
The aura he had is so much that just looking at this shirt, as it would’ve looked back then, gives me proper goosebumps.
Vastly improved second half, and we could’ve nicked it but for better finishing and composure, but I guess the same could be said for Burnley too.
A point is a fair result, and a good result for us too.
Keeps us in the top six going into the Leeds game.
Well played #Boro #UTB
A point is a fair result, and a good result for us too.
Keeps us in the top six going into the Leeds game.
Well played #Boro #UTB
December 6, 2024 at 10:03 PM
Vastly improved second half, and we could’ve nicked it but for better finishing and composure, but I guess the same could be said for Burnley too.
A point is a fair result, and a good result for us too.
Keeps us in the top six going into the Leeds game.
Well played #Boro #UTB
A point is a fair result, and a good result for us too.
Keeps us in the top six going into the Leeds game.
Well played #Boro #UTB
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Andrea Jenkyns joins Reform. Never has there been a more natural fit for a party of ignorant bigots and idiots.
November 28, 2024 at 12:32 PM
Andrea Jenkyns joins Reform. Never has there been a more natural fit for a party of ignorant bigots and idiots.
Only takes a defeat for the stream of negativity to rear its ugly head.
Fucking boring. #Boro
Fucking boring. #Boro
November 28, 2024 at 9:15 AM
Only takes a defeat for the stream of negativity to rear its ugly head.
Fucking boring. #Boro
Fucking boring. #Boro
Massively frustrating evening.
Flat, lacklustre, uninspiring, slow, everything we haven’t been of late.
The Championship is a proper war of attrition, and nights like tonight remind us that there’s still plenty of work to do.
Move on quickly, on to the next one. #Boro
Flat, lacklustre, uninspiring, slow, everything we haven’t been of late.
The Championship is a proper war of attrition, and nights like tonight remind us that there’s still plenty of work to do.
Move on quickly, on to the next one. #Boro
November 27, 2024 at 9:47 PM
Massively frustrating evening.
Flat, lacklustre, uninspiring, slow, everything we haven’t been of late.
The Championship is a proper war of attrition, and nights like tonight remind us that there’s still plenty of work to do.
Move on quickly, on to the next one. #Boro
Flat, lacklustre, uninspiring, slow, everything we haven’t been of late.
The Championship is a proper war of attrition, and nights like tonight remind us that there’s still plenty of work to do.
Move on quickly, on to the next one. #Boro
Bit of a sobering first half after our exploits in recent weeks.
McGree getting injured is hugely disappointing, but it’s a good opportunity for Hamilton to get a fair few minutes under his belt.
Need more zip in the second half. #Boro
McGree getting injured is hugely disappointing, but it’s a good opportunity for Hamilton to get a fair few minutes under his belt.
Need more zip in the second half. #Boro
November 27, 2024 at 8:41 PM
Bit of a sobering first half after our exploits in recent weeks.
McGree getting injured is hugely disappointing, but it’s a good opportunity for Hamilton to get a fair few minutes under his belt.
Need more zip in the second half. #Boro
McGree getting injured is hugely disappointing, but it’s a good opportunity for Hamilton to get a fair few minutes under his belt.
Need more zip in the second half. #Boro
Azaz in the form of his life, such a shame to see him miss out, but we’ve got some proper squad depth.
Can’t help but feel confident given our current form.
Come on #Boro!!
Can’t help but feel confident given our current form.
Come on #Boro!!
November 27, 2024 at 6:58 PM
Azaz in the form of his life, such a shame to see him miss out, but we’ve got some proper squad depth.
Can’t help but feel confident given our current form.
Come on #Boro!!
Can’t help but feel confident given our current form.
Come on #Boro!!
He’s always going to be linked to these sorts of jobs, but he’s stated quite clearly that he enjoys at #Boro and has a desire to see the project through.
Michael Carrick's name has been mentioned among the candidates for the vacant Leicester City job, with their search said to be 'wide open'
But, as things stand, it looks positive from a #Boro perspective. Situation summed up here:
www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
But, as things stand, it looks positive from a #Boro perspective. Situation summed up here:
www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Everything we know as Boro boss Michael Carrick is linked with Leicester job
Leicester City are looking for a new boss after sacking Steve Cooper
www.gazettelive.co.uk
November 26, 2024 at 10:56 AM
He’s always going to be linked to these sorts of jobs, but he’s stated quite clearly that he enjoys at #Boro and has a desire to see the project through.
We know how quickly things can change, but this run of form simply cannot be ignored.
Huge credit must go to Carrick and his coaching team for producing a side that can score as freely as we are.
We’ve got some proper talent, and it’s really starting to show.
Get in #Boro!
Huge credit must go to Carrick and his coaching team for producing a side that can score as freely as we are.
We’ve got some proper talent, and it’s really starting to show.
Get in #Boro!
November 23, 2024 at 4:57 PM
We know how quickly things can change, but this run of form simply cannot be ignored.
Huge credit must go to Carrick and his coaching team for producing a side that can score as freely as we are.
We’ve got some proper talent, and it’s really starting to show.
Get in #Boro!
Huge credit must go to Carrick and his coaching team for producing a side that can score as freely as we are.
We’ve got some proper talent, and it’s really starting to show.
Get in #Boro!
All eyes undoubtedly on the midfield today, but they’re no mugs.
Brynn has a massive opportunity to stake a claim, but of course hope Dieng is ok.
Plenty of options on the bench, and can’t blame MC for sticking with Burgzorg and ELL after Luton.
Come on #Boro!
Brynn has a massive opportunity to stake a claim, but of course hope Dieng is ok.
Plenty of options on the bench, and can’t blame MC for sticking with Burgzorg and ELL after Luton.
Come on #Boro!
November 23, 2024 at 2:13 PM
All eyes undoubtedly on the midfield today, but they’re no mugs.
Brynn has a massive opportunity to stake a claim, but of course hope Dieng is ok.
Plenty of options on the bench, and can’t blame MC for sticking with Burgzorg and ELL after Luton.
Come on #Boro!
Brynn has a massive opportunity to stake a claim, but of course hope Dieng is ok.
Plenty of options on the bench, and can’t blame MC for sticking with Burgzorg and ELL after Luton.
Come on #Boro!
Wouldn’t be #Boro without the injury woes, but before we were rudely interrupted by the umpteenth international break we were beginning to pick up some momentum.
New ground for us to tick off today, Oxford will be no pushovers, but I can see us picking up where we left off. #UTB
New ground for us to tick off today, Oxford will be no pushovers, but I can see us picking up where we left off. #UTB
November 23, 2024 at 12:12 PM
Wouldn’t be #Boro without the injury woes, but before we were rudely interrupted by the umpteenth international break we were beginning to pick up some momentum.
New ground for us to tick off today, Oxford will be no pushovers, but I can see us picking up where we left off. #UTB
New ground for us to tick off today, Oxford will be no pushovers, but I can see us picking up where we left off. #UTB
Definite blow.
However, as the article states, we do have options (Dawn) in midfield, so whilst he’ll be a big miss, it’s not like we’re scraping the barrel. #Boro
However, as the article states, we do have options (Dawn) in midfield, so whilst he’ll be a big miss, it’s not like we’re scraping the barrel. #Boro
Injury blow for #Boro with Michael Carrick confirming Aidan Morris faces a 'number of weeks' out with a knee injury.
Also an update on Hayden Hackney after his withdrawal from the England U21 squad
www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Also an update on Hayden Hackney after his withdrawal from the England U21 squad
www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Boro suffer Aidan Morris injury blow while Hayden Hackney is assessed for Oxford
Both Aidan Morris and Hayden Hackney were absent for their countries during the international break
www.gazettelive.co.uk
November 21, 2024 at 5:05 PM
Definite blow.
However, as the article states, we do have options (Dawn) in midfield, so whilst he’ll be a big miss, it’s not like we’re scraping the barrel. #Boro
However, as the article states, we do have options (Dawn) in midfield, so whilst he’ll be a big miss, it’s not like we’re scraping the barrel. #Boro
Always love this story mate.
Picked up the white top from a couple of seasons ago when on holiday there last summer, absolutely love it.
Keep up the great work! Wonderful place, wonderful people too.
Picked up the white top from a couple of seasons ago when on holiday there last summer, absolutely love it.
Keep up the great work! Wonderful place, wonderful people too.
I've been fortunate enough to be involved in the design of the UD Lanzarote foot all kits for nearly 10 years now.
I commonly get asked how it all started, so here's a mini thread about how lucky I was.
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I commonly get asked how it all started, so here's a mini thread about how lucky I was.
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November 21, 2024 at 11:12 AM
Always love this story mate.
Picked up the white top from a couple of seasons ago when on holiday there last summer, absolutely love it.
Keep up the great work! Wonderful place, wonderful people too.
Picked up the white top from a couple of seasons ago when on holiday there last summer, absolutely love it.
Keep up the great work! Wonderful place, wonderful people too.
Big shout out to @izzyslovenian.bsky.social for making the transition for #Boro fans to Bluesky that little bit easier.
November 19, 2024 at 9:28 PM
Big shout out to @izzyslovenian.bsky.social for making the transition for #Boro fans to Bluesky that little bit easier.
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In the spirit of everyone being extremely welcoming and willing to chat on here and it being the middle of an international break, could I ask those following me to tell me how they got into supporting the clubs they do? Was it a parent? A relative? School friends? Something else?
November 16, 2024 at 3:49 PM
In the spirit of everyone being extremely welcoming and willing to chat on here and it being the middle of an international break, could I ask those following me to tell me how they got into supporting the clubs they do? Was it a parent? A relative? School friends? Something else?