Heartland

an announcement worthy of wider appreciation than a quick mention on radio 5 live news.

the (one and only) albion have been greenlighted for a new stadium next to the university, rolling hills, dedicated rail link, good pubs in walking distance.

the withdean has it's good points, but they are nothing to do with being able to host any level of footie (and it's seen several over the last 6 years).

well, i'm pleased anyway

And I'm pleased too, it seems to indicate an acceptance that footie is actually important.

It had better be a pretty stadium though considering where it is

does this mean that the Brighton Argus can now print news items that are about something other than this stadium?

I look forward to turning you over from a decent seat in future.

Although of course Leeds will have been promoted long before the stadium is built blah, blah etc.

@ spiggy's hat:

you really think that stadium will take 27 years to build?

I've just remembered that one of my more miserable football experiences was at the Goldstone ground when Sussex's finest constabulary decided it would be a great idea to make all us City fans take our footwear off. On the terrace. In the pissing rain.

So I've changed my mind. I hope your ground's rubbish, the roof leaks and you plummet through the divisions.

Ruffers my first City game was against Brighton at the Goldstone, I stood on a wooden box as I was 7 years old and didn't get to cheer once lost 2-0!! Great days.

Made up for Brighton (and Attila the Stockbroker as I know he has put some hard work in to make it happen)

Never done the withdean only the Goldstone ground. John Aldridge's 1st game for the rovers.

Quiff Boy wrote:@ spiggy's hat:

you really think that stadium will take 27 years to build?

It might, if british builders are involved.