All they have to show for it so far is a measly two points and two goals.
Wayne Rooney's Pilgrims have been beaten six times and conceded 16 goals, including a 5-0 thrashing at Cardiff City. They are one of four teams in the division who are still waiting for their first victory away from home, along with Cardiff City, Oxford United and Preston North End.
More than 3,500 miles have already been travelled by the awayday ever presents among the Green Army, with still another 8,000-plus to come between now and the end of the 2024/25 campaign, including the four longest trips to Sunderland (a round trip of 804 miles), Middlesbrough (756), Hull City and Norwich City (both 680).
Argyle's away struggles this season are not new, either. Since being promoted to the Championship in 2023 they have played 31 league games on the road and have an abysmal record of three wins, nine draws and 19 defeats. They have scored just 20 goals while conceding 52.
Fortunately, following the Pilgrims is more than just about the football for many of the awayday regulars who travel up and down the country. They are a close-knit community who share the desire to be there cheering on their team, no matter where it is or whether it is on a Saturday afternoon or a Tuesday night.
It involves of lot of time and expense because there are such huge distances to travel, but they are a very dedicated bunch. Take, Julie Cardell, for example. She is 73 years young and retired. She enjoys the social side of the away games, and admits it has become 'an obsession' for her.
Julie was born in St Austell and Argyle were the closest Football League club to her Cornish home.
She has been a fan since 1971, is a long-time season ticket holder in the Lyndhurst Road Stand and is one of the regulars on the Miles Away Travel Club's coach one.
This story is from the November 23, 2024 edition of The Herald.
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