McKenna Cup 2024

[Main Street]

Well regardless of the motive, it feels just nice to be wanted in these hard times.

[J70]

Well regardless of the motive, it feels just nice to be wanted in these hard times.

[lurganblue]

Nothing has changed then really. Armagh repeatedly fouling Monaghan players in scoring positions. My god it's frustrating. Also, last few mins. Get a score and don't press up on their kickout. Repeatedly let Monaghan have free possession with the game in the melting pot.

Score count from frees was 7-7, so maybe not just Armagh who should be concerned with fouling.

But with about 20 substitutions between both teams, including the removal of key players while the game was in the melting pot, this was a challenge game in all but name. Just miles in the legs for men before the league begins.

So a bit daft to try to analyse much from it. The league game between the two sides will be massive, with the loser really having their work cut out to stay up. That game is just a month away, and there was plenty of powder to be kept dry in advance of it.

I dont know.  Every game is there to be won, glorified friendly or not.  Lessons to be learned for players and coaches alike.  Years and years of persistent fouling by the Armagh team should not be dismissed because of the occasion IMO. There are no signs that this is being addressed.

I live in hope for an improvement in the league then.

That being said there were some very good performances on the night.  Midfield and Forwards still look strong, with Turbitt also still to join for the league. 

[skeog]

The Mc Kenna Cup serves a purpose for getting ready for the season they are glorified challenge games.

[tiempo]

The Mc Kenna Cup serves a purpose for getting ready for the season they are glorified challenge games.

Its either a competition or its not, its either a challenge game or its not
Armagh compete for 4 trophies this year, McKenna Cup, National League, Ulster and Sam
Winning is a habit and has to start somewhere

[twohands!!!]

Nothing has changed then really. Armagh repeatedly fouling Monaghan players in scoring positions. My god it's frustrating. Also, last few mins. Get a score and don't press up on their kickout. Repeatedly let Monaghan have free possession with the game in the melting pot.

Score count from frees was 7-7, so maybe not just Armagh who should be concerned with fouling.

But with about 20 substitutions between both teams, including the removal of key players while the game was in the melting pot, this was a challenge game in all but name. Just miles in the legs for men before the league begins.

So a bit daft to try to analyse much from it. The league game between the two sides will be massive, with the loser really having their work cut out to stay up. That game is just a month away, and there was plenty of powder to be kept dry in advance of it.

I dont know.  Every game is there to be won, glorified friendly or not.  Lessons to be learned for players and coaches alike.  Years and years of persistent fouling by the Armagh team should not be dismissed because of the occasion IMO. There are no signs that this is being addressed.

I live in hope for an improvement in the league then.

That being said there were some very good performances on the night.  Midfield and Forwards still look strong, with Turbitt also still to join for the league.

God love your optimism - I'd say there isn't a hope in hell that Armagh's culture of persistent fouling/awful tackling will change until Geezer moves on.

[twohands!!!]

Brave decision by Monaghan not to use any subs.

[twohands!!!]

[Captain Obvious]

Monaghan have full control of this final and six ahead at half time. .

Why did Donegal keep Declan Bonner on for yet another year? They have a pick as good as any team in Ulster however won't get close to reaching their potential with Bonner in charge.

[inroundthesquare]

Bonner sent to the stands

[J70]

Monaghan have full control of this final and six ahead at half time. .

Why did Donegal keep Declan Bonner on for yet another year? They have a pick as good as any team in Ulster however won't get close to reaching their potential with Bonner in charge.

Don't think this game has much relevance to anything, but based on Championship it's a very fair question.

Felt it was time for a change after last season myself, so not expecting much this season. If it goes as the past few had I expect it to be his last.

[Blowitupref]

Donegal go down fighting in a match they were poor for 3 quarters. FT Monaghan 1-11 Donegal 0-13.

[Main Street]

Championes, Championes, Ole Ole Ole

[J70]

Take home message:

We are fucked when Michael Murphy hangs up his boots!

[JoG2]

Take home message:

We are fucked when Michael Murphy hangs up his boots!

One the all time greats