Quote Originally Posted by TheDeeDon View Post
I'm not fussed about third this season as honestly think Europe would be a step too soon next season, but gladly accept a place in Europe through winning the cup.
I agree - however that Euro place that comes with the cup final, or 3rd if Tims win the cup, is a poisoned chalice. The guarantee of group games in Europe looks appealing on the surface, but it's a s**t set-up and nobody in Scotland (outside those Glasgow teams) has the squad to cope with it. Is it possible for us to win the cup and reject that cursed Euro spot?

The way the three competitions are set up, I am quite happy with a few qualifying games as pre-season kick about, then get knocked out to focus on the league. There is absolutely no point (in footballing terms) in a team like us progressing to the group stages - well maybe playing some quality opposition and gaining experience against other teams. As has been discussed many times, the whole thing is a pointless sham for the benefit of few. And don't get me started on f****n parachuting to the competition below when you get knocked out.

I want nothing more this season than to win the cup (and give a good showing of ourselves in the remain league games) - but it does come with draw backs. If Timothy wins the cup I would happily take 4th place and avoid the burden of that euro run. Yes, I know it lacks ambition, but we need to be realistic about long term priorities and goals.