I shouldn’t be, it’s my birthday and all.

But Reading fluffed the play-offs last night and now Sir Steve Coppell has resigned. Probably the right thing for both parties, but unless we react decisively I predict another 20 years at least in the footballing wilderness.

Unfortunately, decisive and optimistic action is not our style.

I’m sad.

I hope Sir Steve takes time out and reflects and comes back to manage a Premier club. Football needs men like him.

Don’t cry, you also lost speedway I’m told. And THAT would be serious. Happy Birthday!