Having worked on the Railways for nearly 30 years we've had a few strikes but not as many as you would think. Done a bit of picket line duty then off down the pub!
Without wishing to sound rude it wasn't really a big draw for us either. A Premier League team yes but not a big one. As you said not one to get the pulses racing! Also is the Britainia Stadium the worst 'new' ground out of all that have been built in recent years?
Why is it dated & sad? Football is a social event. You go with family & friends to enjoy an afternoons entertainment. Where's the problem with having a pint or two? As long as it's all good natured & enjoyable.
Having seen us rise up from the lower leagues & back down again, seen us play in the old first division, the cup final, play off finals at Both wembley & cardiff the first match at Falmer will indeed rank along side all of our past glories. It will be a very emotional day & I predict very few...