As supporters of the beautiful game, we all want to see magic football played. We want to watch skill, class, and goals galore.

However, if all you want to do is watch, I am of the opinion that there are better ways to do it than going to the game. You could sign up for a sports channel package, or go to the pub.

As far as I'm concerned, if you go to the game, you are there to support your team. Whether by singing, shouting, or generally helping to create a cauldron of noise, you are the 12th man (sorry ladies). Having a chat with your mate does not constitute support.

I sat in the East Stand at Stamford Bridge last weekend and it was practically silent. We were out sung by the vastly outnumbered Tottenham fans. That is not on.

On the opening day of the season against Portsmouth, the Chelsea fans were making all the noise and you could see on the faces of the players that it was having an effect. The fact that we couldn't replicate that two weeks later against our most bitter rivals is a cause for concern.

People say they go because they enjoy the atmosphere. If you're not contributing to it, how can you enjoy it? If the crowd is flat, the team will respond to that. If they're playing at home and can only hear the away fans, what effect do you think that has on them?

The players need us as much as we need them and it's time we all stood up and were counted.

So, if you're going to see your team, whatever division you play in, whether win lose or draw, sing. Sing the songs the fans have sung for years, shout encouragement to your players, whatever.

Just make some effing noise.