Pompey fans add weight to Checkatrade Trophy changes debate
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Pompey assistant manager Joe Gallen compared the Fratton Park atmosphere to that of an ‘FA Youth Cup game’ and reignited the debate about the much-aligned competition.
He called for a change in the format and suggested a straight knockout contest going forward.
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Hide AdKenny Jackett’s No2 isn’t the only one with an opinion, though.
Pompey fans, who have opposed the introduction of Premier League and some Championship academy teams to the competition, have been registering their views on our Facebook page Portsmouth FC - The News.
Here’s what they have been saying...
Return to League 1 and 2 clubs only...if the Prem and Championship teams want a cup comp for their u21 sides then make one for them. Then the crowds will come back.
Andy Skelton
Get rid of the u21s as it’s insulting.
Knockout format without the bizarre table nonsense.
Get rid of the rules saying you can’t choose the team you want to put out or get fined for using academy players.
Ed Watson
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Hide AdStraight knockout competition, with teams from League 1 and 2 only. 46 league games plus cup games is a lot to get through.
Dave Stevens
Scrap the Prem and Championship youth sides.
I also think adding National League teams in their place is a top idea!
Chris Haggard
League 1 and 2 clubs only and a straight knockout – competition pretty straight forward really and perhaps the crowds would come back.
Andy Harris
Put it back to the way it was, a realistic chance for fans to get behind their team in the hunt for a place at Wembley.
Steve Canham
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Hide AdGet rid of the U21 teams & replace them with National League teams.
Stevie Stewart
Go back to how it was. If the Prem and Championship want a cup let them have one. PL wants everything!!
Shaun Jackson
I’d like to see it killed off.
Richard Palmer