McKenna Cup 2026

[ONeill]

Wouldn't say it's overly strong. I'd be worried about both defensive wings.

[Fear ón Srath Bán]

Was impressed wth Michael Murphy last day out (gathered plenty of ball and kicked some great points), and will be interesting to see how he fares from the throw-in.

[bustsummoves]

Wouldn't say it's overly strong. I'd be worried about both defensive wings.

Why is this ?

[Fuzzman]

Interesting to hear you say that FoSB as I was wondering was he just back in to get another chance  and then be dropped again for the league. Does he catch much clean ball? Is he a good fielder?

I'm a bit surprised how experienced a team Mickey is starting and so I reckon its sending out the message we want to win this cup this year and get the winning mentality back for the whole year.
It's been a long time since Tyrone teams have thought that way imo. For the past few years it seems to have been drift through the year, doing enough to stay up in the league and then try to peak for the end of the summer.

Interesting he's stuck with Mat Donnelly and Hughes at 11. I haven't seen these two lads play yet for the seniors whilst McKenna & Coney miss out again. I'd say Lafferty must be disappointed to get a start as I'd say he'd love to get a go at the REAL aul enemy. 

Tyrone to upset the recent history and win by 2 points though they'll need to double mark PB like they did so well in Casement a few years ago. I'd say Justy's not looking forward to chasing his shadow all day.

[Captain Black]

Derry team

1 Danny Devlin

2 Dermot McBride
3 Liam Morrow
4 Ryan Dillon

5 Gerard O'Kane
6 Brian McCallion
7 Barry McGoldrick

8 James Conway
9 Joe Diver

10 Chrissy McKaigue
11 Mark Lynch
12 Sean Leo McGoldrick

13 Cailean O'Boyle
14 Paddy Bradley
15 Conleith Gilligan

[Fear ón Srath Bán]

Interesting to hear you say that FoSB as I was wondering was he just back in to get another chance  and then be dropped again for the league. Does he catch much clean ball? Is he a good fielder?

Caught a fair bit Fuzzman, with a solid midfield presence, though I suppose at that stage Fermanagh were a beaten docket.

[God14]

This will be a decent contest  - really looking forward to it. First real test of the year, both managers naming strong sides, and by all accounts out to win the match.

Fancy Tyrone to shade it, but wouldnt stick much cash on it. It'll be a good tight game, but Tyrone look to have more options on the bench, and the bench could be important as both teams tire. It is January after all.

Much will depend on the service provided to the respective marksmen SON & PB. Would love to see a shoot out develop between the pair - but even in McKenna cup matches, id say this will be a defensive match, ultimately decided by the best organised & tight knit "back twelve"!

Here's hoping for a good clean contest between these sides, hopefully we are talking about the football again next week, and not any silly nonsense...

[God14]

Fuzzman - I would be a big fan of Mattie Donnelly and pleased to see Harte has stuck with him after a few fairly flat performances to date.
Harte obviously see's something in him, however in my opinion you play him in the full forward line - or not at all.
Any time I have seen him play, I was impressed. He's proved himself for his club, at sigerson for UUJ & he performed really well at Minor & Under 21 level for the county. So he deserves his chance again to make the step up.
He has clearly being hitting the weights as well, filling out rightly over this past 12 months.

I have seen very very little of Peter Hughes, so cant comment. I noticed Paddy Heaney rates him highly (see interview on teamtalkmag.com) so will be interested to see how he fairs out.

Re. Murphy from Galbally - good club player no doubt. However I feel Harte is scratching around for a possible partner for Colm Cavanagh at the moment in the middle of the park. Cassidy doesnt look overly fit. I dont think we will see much of Murphy for Tyrone this year if im honest with Sean Cavanagh & Kevin Hughes yet to return... Personally id have one of the McMahons in the middle.

[tbrick18]

Derry team

1 Danny Devlin

2 Dermot McBride
3 Liam Morrow
4 Ryan Dillon

5 Gerard O'Kane
6 Brian McCallion
7 Barry McGoldrick

8 James Conway
9 Joe Diver

10 Chrissy McKaigue
11 Mark Lynch
12 Sean Leo McGoldrick

13 Cailean O'Boyle
14 Paddy Bradley
15 Conleith Gilligan

Where did you get this from CB? Didnt see it posted anywhere else.

[Captain Black]

Derry team

1 Danny Devlin

2 Dermot McBride
3 Liam Morrow
4 Ryan Dillon

5 Gerard O'Kane
6 Brian McCallion
7 Barry McGoldrick

8 James Conway
9 Joe Diver

10 Chrissy McKaigue
11 Mark Lynch
12 Sean Leo McGoldrick

13 Cailean O'Boyle
14 Paddy Bradley
15 Conleith Gilligan

Where did you get this from CB? Didnt see it posted anywhere else.

http://derrygaa.ie/2012/01/power-ni-dr-mckenna-cup-final-derry-team-named/

[Radda bout yeee]

This will be a decent contest  - really looking forward to it. First real test of the year, both managers naming strong sides, and by all accounts out to win the match.

Fancy Tyrone to shade it, but wouldnt stick much cash on it. It'll be a good tight game, but Tyrone look to have more options on the bench, and the bench could be important as both teams tire. It is January after all.

Much will depend on the service provided to the respective marksmen SON & PB. Would love to see a shoot out develop between the pair - but even in McKenna cup matches, id say this will be a defensive match, ultimately decided by the best organised & tight knit "back twelve"!

Here's hoping for a good clean contest between these sides, hopefully we are talking about the football again next week, and not any silly nonsense...

I think the 12 man defensive term should be banned! Its like the term recession - the more the media and others use it the worse the problem gets!!! 

[tbrick18]

Derry team

1 Danny Devlin

2 Dermot McBride
3 Liam Morrow
4 Ryan Dillon

5 Gerard O'Kane
6 Brian McCallion
7 Barry McGoldrick

8 James Conway
9 Joe Diver

10 Chrissy McKaigue
11 Mark Lynch
12 Sean Leo McGoldrick

13 Cailean O'Boyle
14 Paddy Bradley
15 Conleith Gilligan

Where did you get this from CB? Didnt see it posted anywhere else.

http://derrygaa.ie/2012/01/power-ni-dr-mckenna-cup-final-derry-team-named/

Good spot! Was on there earlier and didnt see it.
I think Forrester can feel hard done by here.
Also see Patsy Bradley names in the subs! Hopefully he'll play some part too.

[Keane]

Is this match going to be televised?

[Fuzzman]

Yeah TG4 on live
http://entertainment.ie/tv/display.asp?channelID=83&programme_day=28%20January%202012&programme_time=time6&programme=#TG4

Do you get TG4 in Belfast folks as I'm there Sat night or will I have to use my Sky Go 

[EC Unique]

Is this match going to be televised?

Yep. TG4.