Just how bad is it actually? I am really worried about the possible repercussions if the repairs improvements (sounds better) are not completed quickly.
We have been drawing a significant number of 'new' attendees to the home games this season whom I believe have been drawn to Moss Lane by the attractive brand of football and by the atmosphere created by having a relatively large crowd in our compact ground. My concern is that if we have multiple areas of the ground side closed to spectators on match days the scene will create a negative impression of the club to a number of individuals that were hitherto close to the hook.
If we beat the Heed and get a crack at the Addicks I hope that we are not faced with having to consider switching the tie to The Valley as a packed Moss Lane would give us a real advantage.
The current board are not to blame for the lack of investment in the infrastructure of the ground as more than two thirds of it is much the same as it was 50 years ago.
If we are fortunate to have a cup run and draw a big team IMHO I would like to see the proceeds invested in the stadium. I hate to say this because I have a real fondness for the ground as it is, but having seen what other clubs at our level and many of those at the step below have to offer, I sometimes feel a tad embarrassed.
Good post.
I am also concerned that we may lose atmosphere and new fans over the next few home games because of restrictions. The work must be done so no way around it.
Depending on how much crowd we lose, I do think the club will consider a switch, if we are fortunate enough to beat Gateshead.
I am sure it would allowed because of supporter welfare, however I would be against it as our first 11 will give Charlton a game at Moss Lane.
Alty never seem to have a period of stability. Luckily enough in recent seasons this has been for us but we need some luck with injuries, illness and now the ground.
These improvements should not be used as a negative against our current board.