Aidy's View: Derby County (h)

Last updated : 23 May 2006 By Gary Calder

In his weekly email address Golden Boys manager, Aidy Boothroyd reflects on the tremendous support given to his side against Derby County last Saturday before turning his attention to the eagerly awaited clash with Reading at the weekend.

“I think it's great that we can all be so disappointed at not beating Derby on Saturday, a team that were Play-Off semi-finalists last season.

They came here with the sole intention of getting a point so that's a fantastic pat on the back for what we've achieved so far as a club this season.

What a wonderful position to be in and what a wonderful feeling as a manager to know that, despite going behind twice, this group of players has got the character and resilience to bounce back. There's a never-say-die attitude here – the lads just don't know when they're beaten.

What also pleased me immensely at the weekend was that, even at one down, you guys in the stands were really getting behind us. That's what it's all about for me!

There's a chant to do with only singing when you're winning but that clearly doesn't apply here so keep up the good work. We're not going to win every game – although, of course, that's what we try to do!

But overall, it's vital for us to know we've got big crowds getting right behind us every time we play at Vicarage Road so I'm very grateful for the tremendous noise. I like to think the players earn your backing but none of us take your support for granted.

So, as we move into single figures in terms of games remaining, now for the biggest game of the season…again.

Playing Reading at The Madejski on Saturday will be our biggest test yet but you won't be surprised to read that we really can't wait for it.

It's great to know there'll be well over 2,000 of you there on Saturday, getting right behind us. We'll give you a performance to be proud of – something to match the quality of your support from the stands.

Like I said last week, we're stronger together. Who knows what could happen between now and the end of the season. Exciting, isn't it?

See you on Saturday.

Come On!”

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