Did it signal the end of football as we knew and loved it or has it improved the English game? Obviously it's improved player's wages and the state of many bank accounts but has that resulted in the demise/near demise of many who chase the promised land?

Interestingly, 30 years ago this weekend Oldham Athletic were drawing 1-1 at Chelsea. Yesterday, despite a late scare they opened their non-league account with a 3-2 win over Dorking Wanderers.

What were we doing 30 years ago? Having just won promotion from the 4th Division we opened our 3rd Division campaign with a 2-0 win on a long trip to Exeter City. No doubt a few Millers will have had a weekend away in sunny Devon.