Microsoft Copilot and Middlesbrough's Season Review

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I'm having a play with Microsoft Copilot at work today in relation to using AI to write articles for blog posts.
You can be fooled into thinking it will work, until you ask it a question on something you know about. Here is its Middlesbrough FC Season Review - its completly from another planet

Do you think Rob will publish it in FMTTM?


Middlesbrough's Season Review: A Rollercoaster of Emotions
The highs and lows of a dramatic campaign
The 2023-2024 season was one of the most memorable in Middlesbrough's history, as the club experienced a remarkable turnaround in fortunes under manager Neil Warnock. From fighting relegation in the first half of the season, to challenging for promotion in the second, the Boro fans witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the campaign.
The key moments that defined the season
There were several pivotal moments that shaped Middlesbrough's season, both on and off the pitch. Here are some of the most significant ones:
  • In October, the club was hit by a Covid-19 outbreak that forced several players and staff to isolate, resulting in a string of poor results and a drop to the bottom three of the Championship table.
  • In November, the club announced a takeover by a consortium led by former player Juninho, who injected fresh funds and ambition into the club. The new owners backed Warnock in the January transfer window, bringing in several quality signings such as striker Jordan Rhodes, winger Adama Traore, and defender Ben Gibson.
  • In February, the club embarked on a remarkable run of form, winning nine out of 10 games, including a stunning 4-1 victory over league leaders Norwich at Carrow Road. The club climbed to the top six of the table and looked set for a playoff spot.
  • In April, the club suffered a major setback, as star midfielder Marcus Tavernier suffered a season-ending injury in a 2-1 defeat to Brentford. The club also lost key defender Dael Fry to a suspension, and saw their form dip in the final weeks of the season.
  • In May, the club faced a crucial final day showdown with rivals Swansea, who were level on points with them in the table. The winner would secure a playoff spot, while the loser would miss out. In a tense and dramatic game, Middlesbrough took the lead through Rhodes, but Swansea equalized in the second half. With minutes to go, Middlesbrough were awarded a penalty, but Rhodes missed from the spot, and Swansea scored a late winner to break Boro hearts.
The verdict: A season of progress and promise
Despite the agonizing end to the season, Middlesbrough fans can look back on the 2023-2024 campaign with pride and optimism. The club showed tremendous character and resilience to overcome a difficult start, and to challenge for promotion until the final day. The club also played some attractive and exciting football, scoring 75 goals and entertaining the fans. The club also benefited from the stability and experience of Warnock, who signed a new contract in March, and the backing and vision of the new owners, who have pledged to invest in the squad and the infrastructure.

The outlook: A bright future ahead
Looking ahead to the next season, Middlesbrough have a strong chance of achieving promotion to the Premier League, if they can build on the foundations they have laid this season. The club also have some exciting young prospects, such as winger Isaiah Jones, midfielder Connor Malley, and striker Tyrone O'Neill, who have impressed in their breakthrough seasons. The club will also look to retain some of their key loan signings, such as Rhodes, Traore, and Gibson, who have added quality and depth to the squad. The club will also look to strengthen some areas of weakness, such as the left-back position, the creative midfield role, and the backup striker role. The club will also face some challenges, such as the possible departure of some players who may attract interest from other clubs, such as Tavernier, Fry, and McNair. The club will also face increased competition from other ambitious and well-resourced clubs in the Championship, such as Fulham, West Brom, and Sheffield United, who will be aiming for promotion as well. However, with the support and passion of the fans, the leadership and expertise of Warnock, and the ambition and resources of the owners, Middlesbrough have a bright future ahead, and can look forward to the 2024-2025 season with confidence and hope.
 
I did an experiment the other week with Claude, Gemini and ChatGPT whereby I asked it whether Festa scored a goal in the 1997 FA cup final.

Only Gemini gave the correct answer (Claude thought that he played for Chelsea), so for those who think that AI is coming for our jobs tomorrow, if your job is naming cup final goal scorers then your job is safe.
 
NeilInFrance said:
I'm having a play with Microsoft Copilot at work today in relation to using AI to write articles for blog posts.
You can be fooled into thinking it will work, until you ask it a question on something you know about. Here is its Middlesbrough FC Season Review - its completly from another planet

Do you think Rob will publish it in FMTTM?


Middlesbrough's Season Review: A Rollercoaster of Emotions
The highs and lows of a dramatic campaign
The 2023-2024 season was one of the most memorable in Middlesbrough's history, as the club experienced a remarkable turnaround in fortunes under manager Neil Warnock. From fighting relegation in the first half of the season, to challenging for promotion in the second, the Boro fans witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the campaign.
The key moments that defined the season
There were several pivotal moments that shaped Middlesbrough's season, both on and off the pitch. Here are some of the most significant ones:
  • In October, the club was hit by a Covid-19 outbreak that forced several players and staff to isolate, resulting in a string of poor results and a drop to the bottom three of the Championship table.
  • In November, the club announced a takeover by a consortium led by former player Juninho, who injected fresh funds and ambition into the club. The new owners backed Warnock in the January transfer window, bringing in several quality signings such as striker Jordan Rhodes, winger Adama Traore, and defender Ben Gibson.
  • In February, the club embarked on a remarkable run of form, winning nine out of 10 games, including a stunning 4-1 victory over league leaders Norwich at Carrow Road. The club climbed to the top six of the table and looked set for a playoff spot.
  • In April, the club suffered a major setback, as star midfielder Marcus Tavernier suffered a season-ending injury in a 2-1 defeat to Brentford. The club also lost key defender Dael Fry to a suspension, and saw their form dip in the final weeks of the season.
  • In May, the club faced a crucial final day showdown with rivals Swansea, who were level on points with them in the table. The winner would secure a playoff spot, while the loser would miss out. In a tense and dramatic game, Middlesbrough took the lead through Rhodes, but Swansea equalized in the second half. With minutes to go, Middlesbrough were awarded a penalty, but Rhodes missed from the spot, and Swansea scored a late winner to break Boro hearts.
The verdict: A season of progress and promise
Despite the agonizing end to the season, Middlesbrough fans can look back on the 2023-2024 campaign with pride and optimism. The club showed tremendous character and resilience to overcome a difficult start, and to challenge for promotion until the final day. The club also played some attractive and exciting football, scoring 75 goals and entertaining the fans. The club also benefited from the stability and experience of Warnock, who signed a new contract in March, and the backing and vision of the new owners, who have pledged to invest in the squad and the infrastructure.

The outlook: A bright future ahead
Looking ahead to the next season, Middlesbrough have a strong chance of achieving promotion to the Premier League, if they can build on the foundations they have laid this season. The club also have some exciting young prospects, such as winger Isaiah Jones, midfielder Connor Malley, and striker Tyrone O'Neill, who have impressed in their breakthrough seasons. The club will also look to retain some of their key loan signings, such as Rhodes, Traore, and Gibson, who have added quality and depth to the squad. The club will also look to strengthen some areas of weakness, such as the left-back position, the creative midfield role, and the backup striker role. The club will also face some challenges, such as the possible departure of some players who may attract interest from other clubs, such as Tavernier, Fry, and McNair. The club will also face increased competition from other ambitious and well-resourced clubs in the Championship, such as Fulham, West Brom, and Sheffield United, who will be aiming for promotion as well. However, with the support and passion of the fans, the leadership and expertise of Warnock, and the ambition and resources of the owners, Middlesbrough have a bright future ahead, and can look forward to the 2024-2025 season with confidence and hope.
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You must have had the temperature turned up high on that request ? The level of creativity is pretty high, but just proves the variability of the output based on probability matching of tokens.
 
AI is very good at determining that out of the 92 possible syntactical versions of a line of Python code that ought to run without chucking an error, which is the only one that actually will. Does that in seconds rather than me wasting half a day googling the twåt.
 
I have been playing around creating pictures,posters etc with Bing, Copilot, remix and Firefly, results differ a lot despite using exactly the same prompt.
 
The_Lizards_Jumpers said:
I did an experiment the other week with Claude, Gemini and ChatGPT whereby I asked it whether Festa scored a goal in the 1997 FA cup final.

Only Gemini gave the correct answer (Claude thought that he played for Chelsea), so for those who think that AI is coming for our jobs tomorrow, if your job is naming cup final goal scorers then your job is safe.
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Yes FMTTM writers can sleep easy At the beginning of ChatGPT I stumpted it by asking which people had both played for and managed Middlesbrough. Checking again:

ChatGPT if propted gives this "full list"

Certainly! Here's a comprehensive list of individuals who have both played for and managed Middlesbrough FC, going back to 1876:

  1. Fred Pentland: Played for Middlesbrough between 1909 and 1913. Managed the club from 1919 to 1923.
  2. George Elliott: Played for Middlesbrough in the late 19th century. Managed the club in the early 20th century.
  3. Wilf Gillow: Played for Middlesbrough from 1928 to 1935. Managed the club from 1944 to 1946.
  4. Raich Carter: Played for Middlesbrough in the 1950s. Managed the club briefly in 1963.
  5. Jack Charlton: Played for Middlesbrough from 1973 to 1974. Managed the club from 1973 to 1977.
  6. Malcolm Allison: Played for Middlesbrough in the 1950s. Managed the club briefly in 1982.
  7. Bruce Rioch: Played for Middlesbrough from 1973 to 1976. Managed the club from 1986 to 1990.
  8. Colin Todd: Played for Middlesbrough from 1986 to 1988. Managed the club briefly in 1987.
  9. Lennie Lawrence: Managed Middlesbrough from 1982 to 1984. Briefly played for the club in the 1960s.
  10. Bryan Robson: Played for Middlesbrough from 1981 to 1994. Managed the club from 1994 to 2001.
what about Gareth Soutgate?


ChatGPT:
Gareth Southgate is another notable figure who has a strong association with Middlesbrough FC, although he didn't play for the club. Instead, he spent a significant portion of his playing career at Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. However, Southgate did manage Middlesbrough from 2006 to 2009. While he didn't fulfill both roles (player and manager) at Middlesbrough, his managerial tenure at the club is noteworthy for leading the team to the final of the UEFA Cup in the 2005-2006 season, among other achievements.
 
NeilInFrance said:
Yes FMTTM writers can sleep easy At the beginning of ChatGPT I stumpted it by asking which people had both played for and managed Middlesbrough. Checking again:

ChatGPT if propted gives this "full list"

Certainly! Here's a comprehensive list of individuals who have both played for and managed Middlesbrough FC, going back to 1876:

  1. Fred Pentland: Played for Middlesbrough between 1909 and 1913. Managed the club from 1919 to 1923.
  2. George Elliott: Played for Middlesbrough in the late 19th century. Managed the club in the early 20th century.
  3. Wilf Gillow: Played for Middlesbrough from 1928 to 1935. Managed the club from 1944 to 1946.
  4. Raich Carter: Played for Middlesbrough in the 1950s. Managed the club briefly in 1963.
  5. Jack Charlton: Played for Middlesbrough from 1973 to 1974. Managed the club from 1973 to 1977.
  6. Malcolm Allison: Played for Middlesbrough in the 1950s. Managed the club briefly in 1982.
  7. Bruce Rioch: Played for Middlesbrough from 1973 to 1976. Managed the club from 1986 to 1990.
  8. Colin Todd: Played for Middlesbrough from 1986 to 1988. Managed the club briefly in 1987.
  9. Lennie Lawrence: Managed Middlesbrough from 1982 to 1984. Briefly played for the club in the 1960s.
  10. Bryan Robson: Played for Middlesbrough from 1981 to 1994. Managed the club from 1994 to 2001.
what about Gareth Soutgate?


ChatGPT:
Gareth Southgate is another notable figure who has a strong association with Middlesbrough FC, although he didn't play for the club. Instead, he spent a significant portion of his playing career at Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. However, Southgate did manage Middlesbrough from 2006 to 2009. While he didn't fulfill both roles (player and manager) at Middlesbrough, his managerial tenure at the club is noteworthy for leading the team to the final of the UEFA Cup in the 2005-2006 season, among other achievements.
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Plenty of hallucinations in there. Rioch playing for us in 1973 - 1976 and Lennie playing for us in the 1960's, even ignoring the Southgate omission.
 
The_Lizards_Jumpers said:
Plenty of hallucinations in there. Rioch playing for us in 1973 - 1976 and Lennie playing for us in the 1960's, even ignoring the Southgate omission.
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Yes completely wrong.

Gemini cops out completly:

While I can't definitively give you names without further research, there have certainly been individuals who played for and later managed Middlesbrough FC. This is quite common in the world of football.

Here are some suggestions to help you find those who managed Middlesbrough FC after playing for the club:

  • Search online resources dedicated to Middlesbrough FC history. Fan forums and club websites often have sections dedicated to past players and managers.
  • Look through Middlesbrough FC's official website or club programmes. They might have a list of managers and their playing careers.
  • Explore references like "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Middlesbrough_F.C._managers" (Middlesbrough managers on Wikipedia) which might mention if a manager also played for the club.
By searching these resources, you should be able to find out who donned both the player and manager's hats for Middlesbrough FC.
 
NeilInFrance said:
Yes completely wrong.

Gemini cops out completly:

While I can't definitively give you names without further research, there have certainly been individuals who played for and later managed Middlesbrough FC. This is quite common in the world of football.

Here are some suggestions to help you find those who managed Middlesbrough FC after playing for the club:

  • Search online resources dedicated to Middlesbrough FC history. Fan forums and club websites often have sections dedicated to past players and managers.
  • Look through Middlesbrough FC's official website or club programmes. They might have a list of managers and their playing careers.
  • Explore references like "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Middlesbrough_F.C._managers" (Middlesbrough managers on Wikipedia) which might mention if a manager also played for the club.
By searching these resources, you should be able to find out who donned both the player and manager's hats for Middlesbrough FC.
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And I thought Claude had it, but no :-(

Here are some notable people who both played for and managed Middlesbrough FC:

  • Gareth Southgate - Played for Middlesbrough as a defender from 1988 to 2001. He later managed the club from 2006 to 2009.
  • Bryan Robson - The former England captain played over 200 games for Boro as a midfielder from 1969 to 1982. He returned to manage the club from 1994 to 2001.
  • Terry Venables - Played for Middlesbrough in the late 1960s before managing the club between 1975 and 1976.
  • Steve McClaren - Played as a midfielder for Boro in the late 1980s. He managed the club very successfully from 2001 to 2006, leading them to their first ever major trophy by winning the League Cup in 2004.
  • Gordon Jones - Played over 350 games for Middlesbrough in the 1940s/50s, and later had two spells as their manager in the 1960s.
So those standout names like Southgate, Robson, McClaren and Venables achieved the player-manager feat at the Riverside club over different eras.
 
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