After reading about that game in the 70's('73 I think it was) where a rugby-style All-Ireland soccer team w played Brazil, I was just musing about the improvements it could make to both teams, and the Irish. The team itself would be fairly handy and would make for some good watching.
And what would be the team? At the moment I couls definitely see David Healy playing beside Keane, with Johnny Evans in defence with Richie, with Stephen Davis and McCourt(or McCann) replacing Andrews and Whelan as well as the two Reids. Stephen Ireland still wouldn't be allowed played because he's a tool.
Quote from: Eastern_Pride on November 07, 2009, 08:58:43 PM
After reading about that game in the 70's('73 I think it was) where a rugby-style All-Ireland soccer team w played Brazil, I was just musing about the improvements it could make to both teams, and the Irish. The team itself would be fairly handy and would make for some good watching.
And what would be the team? At the moment I couls definitely see David Healy playing beside Keane, with Johnny Evans in defence with Richie, with Stephen Davis and McCourt(or McCann) replacing Andrews and Whelan as well as the two Reids. Stephen Ireland still wouldn't be allowed played because he's a tool.
You seriously believe Healy is a better striker than Doyle? :D
Evans would be a be a huge addition, as would Davis. McCourt doesn't get on for the north so don't know how you think he'd make an All Ireland team, especially in central midfield as he's a winger. Big Laverty would be an option up front in the last 15 / 20 if you're looking some one to throw a long ball up to. Probably a better player than Folan or Best.
Quote from: TacadoirArdMhacha on November 07, 2009, 09:10:58 PM
Quote from: Eastern_Pride on November 07, 2009, 08:58:43 PM
After reading about that game in the 70's('73 I think it was) where a rugby-style All-Ireland soccer team w played Brazil, I was just musing about the improvements it could make to both teams, and the Irish. The team itself would be fairly handy and would make for some good watching.
And what would be the team? At the moment I couls definitely see David Healy playing beside Keane, with Johnny Evans in defence with Richie, with Stephen Davis and McCourt(or McCann) replacing Andrews and Whelan as well as the two Reids. Stephen Ireland still wouldn't be allowed played because he's a tool.
You seriously believe Healy is a better striker than Doyle? :D
Evans would be a be a huge addition, as would Davis. McCourt doesn't get on for the north so don't know how you think he'd make an All Ireland team, especially in central midfield as he's a winger. Big Laverty would be an option up front in the last 15 / 20 if you're looking some one to throw a long ball up to. Probably a better player than Folan or Best.
About the Doyle thing yep I do, after seeing him lately I wouldn't be his greatest fan and Healy has been impressive in the past for the Nord. The defence looks impressive with both countries and it could be a solid unit. Andy Reid and Stephen Davis could do a decent job together.
By the way sorry i meant McCann.
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past, but enough to tell you that he certainly wouldnt make an AI XI!
Taylor would be a good back up keeper, Evans and Davis would be certain starters, Brunt and McCartney would be in with a shout of a start too. Cant see too many others making the squad (maybe Lafferty as the 'big man' option)
Aaron Hughes would definitely be in the squad too.
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past, but enough to tell you that he certainly wouldnt make an AI XI!
Healy was punched way above his weight for the north and for northern fans to be booing him is ridiculous and they should be ashamed of themselves, rarely has a player done more with less and i dont mean that disrespectfully, i am talking in terms of his talent, he has been a tremendous aset to the north and any decent ni fan would never boo him given his service.
Quote from: stew on November 08, 2009, 03:58:10 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past, but enough to tell you that he certainly wouldnt make an AI XI!
Healy was punched way above his weight for the north and for northern fans to be booing him is ridiculous and they should be ashamed of themselves, rarely has a player done more with less and i dont mean that disrespectfully, i am talking in terms of his talent, he has been a tremendous aset to the north and any decent ni fan would never boo him given his service.
Couldn't agree more .
Of course , contrary to what some may want to believe this has never happened.
I'm thinking .......McGinn ::)
Sammy Clingan is a better midfielder than Whelan or Andrews.
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past
What absolute nonsense, but sure why let lies get in the way.
Suppose you heard the booing in between the Billy Boys the last time you were at Windsor ::)
Quote from: thewobbler on November 08, 2009, 06:59:36 PM
Sammy Clingan is a better midfielder than Whelan or Andrews.
Sammy Clingan is magic :)
Jasus you lot are picking teams and discussing tactics . Why don't you discuss what logo,flag and anthem this team uses and where the games will be played ?
Quote from: Breeze on November 08, 2009, 07:27:20 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past
Welcome to the GAAboard sir. What club and county do you support?
What absolute nonsense, but sure why let lies get in the way.
Suppose you heard the booing in between the Billy Boys the last time you were at Windsor ::)
Quote from: Breeze on November 08, 2009, 07:27:20 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past
What absolute nonsense, but sure why let lies get in the way.
Suppose you heard the booing in between the Billy Boys the last time you were at Windsor ::)
Yes - didnt hear the billy boys, just the usual 'ulster til i die' rubbish and then the ridiculous 'lets all do the bouncy' - tickets were offered through work, i'd declined a few times before, but not wanting to apear too ungrateful, decided to go to one. I was delighted to find out my ticket was in row
'H' of the kop - so no asking directions from the stewards then :D
And when healy didnt make the ball a few times, there were taunts about his weight. It wasnt everyone, but there were a significant number. I was surprised (well, not really) to discover how disloyal these 'loyalists' were...
If I've heard them, I find it unlikely in the extreme that you havent, being a more regualar attendant than myself. I
was commenting on experience, not just to put down OWC.
Obviously it wasnt all fans, but there was abuse given to healy regarding his weight when he didnt make the ball a few times - and it wasnt 1 isolated fan either, it was significant sections of the people around me
Quote from: haranguerer on November 08, 2009, 09:17:14 PM
Quote from: Breeze on November 08, 2009, 07:27:20 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past
What absolute nonsense, but sure why let lies get in the way.
Suppose you heard the booing in between the Billy Boys the last time you were at Windsor ::)
Yes - didnt hear the billy boys, just the usual 'ulster til i die' rubbish and then the ridiculous 'lets all do the bouncy' - tickets were offered through work, i'd declined a few times before, but not wanting to apear too ungrateful, decided to go to one. I was delighted to find out my ticket was in row 'H' of the kop - so no asking directions from the stewards then :D
And when healy didnt make the ball a few times, there were taunts about his weight. It wasnt everyone, but there were a significant number. I was surprised (well, not really) to discover how disloyal these 'loyalists' were...
If I've heard them, I find it unlikely in the extreme that you havent, being a more regualar attendant than myself. I was commenting on experience, not just to put down OWC.
Obviously it wasnt all fans, but there was abuse given to healy regarding his weight when he didnt make the ball a few times - and it wasnt 1 isolated fan either, it was significant sections of the people around me
So you've backed off on this "booing" claim then?
What were these "taunts" you tell of?
(And what's the "loyalists" comments about? :-\)
Quote from: Olaf on November 08, 2009, 06:24:01 PM
Quote from: stew on November 08, 2009, 03:58:10 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past, but enough to tell you that he certainly wouldnt make an AI XI!
Healy was punched way above his weight for the north and for northern fans to be booing him is ridiculous and they should be ashamed of themselves, rarely has a player done more with less and i dont mean that disrespectfully, i am talking in terms of his talent, he has been a tremendous aset to the north and any decent ni fan would never boo him given his service.
Couldn't agree more .
Of course , contrary to what some may want to believe this has never happened.
I'm thinking .......McGinn ::)
Jackanory time, is it, Olaf? ???
Quote from: MW on November 08, 2009, 10:14:33 PM
Quote from: Olaf on November 08, 2009, 06:24:01 PM
Quote from: stew on November 08, 2009, 03:58:10 PM
Quote from: haranguerer on November 07, 2009, 09:40:36 PM
Healy? :D :D :D
Jesus Christ, sure OWC live up to their self proclaimed best fans status by booing him now and taunting him about his weight - a disgrace given what hes done for them in the past, but enough to tell you that he certainly wouldnt make an AI XI!
Healy was punched way above his weight for the north and for northern fans to be booing him is ridiculous and they should be ashamed of themselves, rarely has a player done more with less and i dont mean that disrespectfully, i am talking in terms of his talent, he has been a tremendous aset to the north and any decent ni fan would never boo him given his service.
Couldn't agree more .
Of course , contrary to what some may want to believe this has never happened.
I'm thinking .......McGinn ::)
Jackanory time, is it, Olaf? ???
I was comparing the erroneous allegation that McGinn was booed to the eroneous allegation that Healy has been booed (no matter how much some people may have wanted these things to happen).
So yes , Jackanory time
the best XI wud be
Given
O'Shea
Dunne
Evans
McCartney
Duff
Davis
Stephen Reid
Andy Reid
Doyle
Keane
and now that both irelands are among europes best #strongertogether ;)