Nick.
Once known as Nick.Doyle.nffc on 'ere.
Sounded like he had a very good game today 
I would like to see him back as Number 1!
I would like to see him back as Number 1!
Paul Smith
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It did sound like he had a decent game, even though he had a couple of moments but did pull off a couple of cracking saves in the match.
Apparently Turner has a broken toe, so maybe we'll see Smithy for a while yet...
Apparently Turner has a broken toe, so maybe we'll see Smithy for a while yet...
Randy Bumgardener
AKA Randy Bumgardener
Turner' had a lot of bad luck, hampering his form ! I found it strange he was included against Brizzle after just recovering from a virus ! Yep, did admirably today and deserves to keep his spot !
Huxley
John Robertson
Does anyone think it's possible we can ALL get behind him and the rest of what's left of our side for the final games? We as fans have to drop the ironic cheers when he comes for a cross and the high level muttering when he spoons it into the main stand (better the main stand then risking a clanger).
He's our keeper, he's our best available keeper and getting at him will surely be self destructive.
He's our keeper, he's our best available keeper and getting at him will surely be self destructive.
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winnits
Guest
No, I don't think that's possible, sadly.
adamthered
Geoff Thomas
When he gets a rocket up his arse he plays well, we need to sign 23 new keepers next season and we'll win most of our games 
Spring Heeled Jack
Spring Heeled Jack
Paul Smith is a quality shot-stopper who, sadly lacks the ability to command his area, a deficiency that is highlighted a little too often for some fans.
Still out number one though!
Still out number one though!
Huxley
John Robertson
Winnits said:
Unforunately, I think you may be right.
Luke
Geoff Thomas
He commanded it pretty well today I thought and would be suprised if anyone can slag him off, I'm sure someone will though lolSpring Heeled Jack said:
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winnits
Guest
More likely they'll stand idly by and gleefully anticipate his next slight imperfection...
When the odds were against us, Paul Smith kept us a clean sheet and helped to secure a point.
Give the guy credit and support.
Give the guy credit and support.
Fluffy Lodge said:
Exactly. "Smudge" is confidence player, the more he has, the better he plays.
Next saturday, we all need to cheer like mad when his name is read out (as I reckon he will be in goal next week!)
redwood
Youth Team
Shock horror - Paul Smith played a whole game without scoring any own goals, or losing command of his area - this must be the first time ever!!!
I was worried today that with a keeper who doesn't let balls just bounce through his six-yard box, or even charge out of goal and get nowhere near the ball, that we'd be in real trouble.
I'm so glad Turner was injured for today. The break may have given Smith a kick up the backside, but Turner is a liability compared to Smith, and I feel so much more comfortable with him in goal. Shame we're back to having no cover, but we haven't needed it all season, so there's no reason we would now.
I was worried today that with a keeper who doesn't let balls just bounce through his six-yard box, or even charge out of goal and get nowhere near the ball, that we'd be in real trouble.
I'm so glad Turner was injured for today. The break may have given Smith a kick up the backside, but Turner is a liability compared to Smith, and I feel so much more comfortable with him in goal. Shame we're back to having no cover, but we haven't needed it all season, so there's no reason we would now.
I'm not his biggest fan, but fair play to Paul Smith today, he was fantastic. A clean sheet, a couple of good saves, and remarkably he commanded his penalty area very well. He came and got everything he could, more than he usually does, which instantly relieved the pressure on the defence.
The last time he was given a start after a spell on the bench was at Man City and he had a great game then, perhaps we need to see some squad rotation between the sticks!
The last time he was given a start after a spell on the bench was at Man City and he had a great game then, perhaps we need to see some squad rotation between the sticks!
Baronvon
John Robertson
Smith was excellent today, caught shit loads of crosses under pressure.
His save right at the end was excellent too, did exceptionally well to hold onto it.
His save right at the end was excellent too, did exceptionally well to hold onto it.
Lee
Lurker of shadows
He did his job.
Well done Smith.
Well done Smith.
thetfordred
Viv Anderson
well done smithy , 3 more clean sheets would be nice.
MaxiRobriguez
Bob McKinlay
Turner was at fault for both of Bristol City's goals on Saturday, yet would receive warm gestures from the crowd for simply bowling out a 5 yard throw just because his name isn't Paul Smith.
It's ridiculous and frankly embarrassing that Smith should be treated in the way he is.
It's ridiculous and frankly embarrassing that Smith should be treated in the way he is.
Lee
Lurker of shadows
Winnits said:
Oh come off it Al, if Smith played like he did today there wouldn't be any problems.
But he doesn't.
Phooey
Jack Burkitt
PopGoesTheRobbie said:
Forest fans have always had to have a scapegoat, Smith is just the latest.
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winnits
Guest
Utah Saints said:
Case closed lol
trickytrees12
Geoff Thomas
He did everything right today
He did command his area and he caught/punched everything he should have.
He did command his area and he caught/punched everything he should have.
Lee
Lurker of shadows
Winnits said:
We will see mister.