An Lú vs Tír Eoghain 19/07/2008

[reddgnhand]

Not sure about having Tommy so close in. Much of his excellent work tonight was carried out between midfield and the half forwards. Evasive and inventive, a bit like the brother, he now appears to be a more-rounded option than Mulgrew for 12. I thought Justin tired late on but was adequate with any balls turfed in before that.

Justin badly missed the ball for the Louth goal. Luckily it served as a wake-up call for Tyrone. I'd still have him (or his bro) in there next Sat.

You re right I think he was caught in two minds. Shold he punch it or catch it and he ended up doing neither.

[Tyrone Dreamer]

Would agree about Tommy being better out the field. However, I thought Mellon and McGinley did well at midfield and would like to see them there the next day. If that happens then there has to be a case for playing Cavanagh at half forward were he will be more involved. Dooher and McGuigan can only play in the half forward line so a decision has to be made.

[ONeill]

True about the goal but in general play McMahon played sufficiently well to warrant a start again next time.

Was surprised at the subs Mickey brought on - almost all defenders. He probably was giving Dooher and McGuigan as much game time as possible.

[Fear ón Srath Bán]

Not impressed by Louth's physical antics in the second half, don't know how Clarke stayed on the pitch (well, perhaps I do, but I won't state it publicly, save to say that three monkeys might have been involved).

Good enough day at the office, but work still to do, but on the right track at least.

[orangeman]

Yeah agree with most of that and thought Mellon did great with his fielding getting some HUGE jumps but his passes were poor quite often.

Thought Penrose was poor and often not out in front. Brian Mac was poor but suppose ye have to be patient. Ricey ran and shoved yer man in order to break it up but it made it look terrible as he fell.

All in all they played ok against a very poor team but loads to work on but we've hope now


 

Somebody on here said he was brilliant ? How many did he to score to be good ? 

[Fuzzman]

Yeah He did score three which is good for a half forward but in fairness they were handed to him and one should have been a goal.

I know i'm being hard on him and I definitely glad he stayed on as he needs match time but he's still looks way off the pace and his passing was a bit off I felt and often struggled to get into the game. 

If it was Mulgrew ye'd be calling for his head.

No I'd love to See Brian impove with each game and suppose that match we could afford to be patient with him.









 

[Tyrone Dreamer]

I thought McGuigan played well and should get even better with games. 3 points from play, set up the goal and was involved in numerous scores. Still a much better option than Mulgrew. He maybe didnt put in as much work out the pitch as in the past but hopefully that will improve with games/improved fitness.

[orangeman]

Brian's performance means he is making very good progress - long may it continue !

[Rois]

I dont think there were doubts about Dooohers fitness

There were

[sam03/05]

though Brian had a very good game and was one of our best players.
Still think Mulgrew could have a big role to play yet this summer so wouldnt write him off.
I was dissappointed that Mickey didnt give Mulligan some game time - we might need him next week v westmeath
and even 10 minutes might have helped as he has played one game in the last 4 months.

[orangeman]

though Brian had a very good game and was one of our best players.
Still think Mulgrew could have a big role to play yet this summer so wouldnt write him off.
I was dissappointed that Mickey didnt give Mulligan some game time - we might need him next week v westmeath
and even 10 minutes might have helped as he has played one game in the last 4 months.

It's very hard to give Mulligan game time when he hasn't played any football for club or county in such a long time.

[loughshore lad]

Its hard to know what to make of Saturday night, yes Louth were piss poor but Tyrone played some good stuff at times and won easily.  The game will do them good and bring them on that wee bit more. 
The defence were comfortable enough with PJ in particular having a very good game, in my opinion he is definintely a starter. Justin McMahon had a few hairy moments but should settle into the role.  Davy Harte was poor enough and is struggling to find the form of 3 years ago. 
Midfield did well, Tyrone are a much better team with McGinley on board. 
Up front I thought Brian McG, Tommy and Mccullagh linked up very well with Dooher getting through a serious amount of work. I dont think Penrose is up to it at this level, he cant win his own ball and needs it almost handed to him on a plate. Contrast McCullagh who although slight in stature is deceptively strong and can win the ball.  Sean is lost in full forward. 
On a side note I thought Brian's performance was very encouraging and anyone who thinks he was poor needs their head examined, he was at the heart of the majority of good things Tyrone did from an attacking perspective. People who expect to automatically see the Brian of old are deluding themselves, to come from where he has and get back to taking the field at this level has been some achievement.  People need to be more patient with him it will take time for the fitness and sharpness to come back.

[rrhf]

Pitch was lovely
Louth were terrible.
Tyrone showed glimpses but as JB says maybe theres only glimpses left.
This was not a competitive game at all, so judge it as that.
Changes neede for next day needed.  Justin poor, Bring in Joe.   Davy Poor Bring in Mc Caul for serious pace.
Midfield - Mellon and Sean
half forward line.  Move Brian from 11,  its too demanding for him maybe swith Tommy in there
Ff Line move Mc Ginley in as third midfielder, Mc Cullough and Colum Cavanagh / Mulligan.

[Zapatista]

Its hard to know what to make of Saturday night, yes Louth were piss poor but Tyrone played some good stuff at times and won easily.  The game will do them good and bring them on that wee bit more. 
The defence were comfortable enough with PJ in particular having a very good game, in my opinion he is definintely a starter. Justin McMahon had a few hairy moments but should settle into the role.  Davy Harte was poor enough and is struggling to find the form of 3 years ago. 
Midfield did well, Tyrone are a much better team with McGinley on board. 
Up front I thought Brian McG, Tommy and Mccullagh linked up very well with Dooher getting through a serious amount of work. I dont think Penrose is up to it at this level, he cant win his own ball and needs it almost handed to him on a plate. Contrast McCullagh who although slight in stature is deceptively strong and can win the ball.  Sean is lost in full forward. 
On a side note I thought Brian's performance was very encouraging and anyone who thinks he was poor needs their head examined, he was at the heart of the majority of good things Tyrone did from an attacking perspective. People who expect to automatically see the Brian of old are deluding themselves, to come from where he has and get back to taking the field at this level has been some achievement.  People need to be more patient with him it will take time for the fitness and sharpness to come back.

I thought Brian was poor. We simpley do not have the time to "be more patient". We do not have the time to let Justin settle into the role either. If this is the best we have then so be it but it is to late to sit about and hope they improve. I think Hart was allowing Brian match time. If there was a threat of a decent Louth comeback I think Brian would have been replaced but Hart let him have the game time.

[Fuzzman]

I know I am being over critical of him to be fair but I suppose in the games I have saw him this year his passing hasn't been great and from the start on Sat he looked very slow to move and react.

I think his 3 scores were handed to him on a plate but still he took them well and would rather see him getting back to decent form at this stage of the year but my fear is if we are losing some day will Mickey be TOO loyal to him if he's not performing and maybe move Tommy, Sean or Mulgrew in there.

I think Mulgrew might play better at 13 or 15 and then rove back as a 3rd Midfielder/Half forward

I thought Penrose was very good in Omagh and not bad in Newry but was poor on Sat night and with Mugsy coming back I think he'll be the one to lose out next time.
I'd also like to see Gormley get 30 mins in the corner?

Anyone know why Mellon has suddenly turned the corner?
Did he get a kick up the a$$ or is it his own motivation that has him now jumping like a Globetrotter?