Ireland V Cyprus

Soby · 15-10-2008 8:15pm

1-1 Italy v Mont....come on:D:D

The1337_Stephen · 15-10-2008 8:19pm

Italy 1-1 Montenegro

This could be a very good night

mike65 · 15-10-2008 8:22pm

Shocking outbreak of plastic hammers when the goal went in. How embarassing to have to hand those out.

Mike

Soby · 15-10-2008 8:23pm

Soby wrote: »

1-1 Italy v Mont....come on:D:D

The1337_Stephen wrote: »

Italy 1-1 Montenegro

This could be a very good night

or not:L...2-1 Italy now

The1337_Stephen · 15-10-2008 8:24pm

Italy 2-1 Montenegro

Oh well, was wishful thinking.

The1337_Stephen · 15-10-2008 8:28pm

Havent seen Doyle this sharp in along time, unlucky not to be 2-0

~Rebel~ · 15-10-2008 8:30pm

what is it with a lot of the Irish passes, a good few times what should have been simple passes while the ball was moving, instead they hoof right up into the air. These things happen the odd time obviously, but its happened 5 or 6 times when under little to no pressure so far.

Daysha · 15-10-2008 8:35pm

Aw *****

Keane ok?

Raskolnikov · 15-10-2008 8:35pm

Attacking wise, we look great.

Gibson looks dodgy though, no idea why Reid ain't playing.

eirebhoy · 15-10-2008 8:43pm

Either Reid would make such a difference. Both Reid's in this team and we'd dominate possession against most teams. Lack of possession is entirely down to central midfield. Ball is just being playing out wide.

Kevin Doyle, yet again a bloody class act.

Ruu_Old · 15-10-2008 8:45pm

Hah, the Trap nearly fell off the bench, just seen from the replay.

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 8:48pm

Great bit of skill from Duffer to set up Keane for the goal. Duff and McGeady have been lively.

In the centre of the park we are being bossed. Whelan isn't doing well. Gibson likewise.

MuckShane has had a stinker at right-back. You could do a comedy compilation of his errors in the 45 minutes.

Kevin Doyle has been an inspiration. Definitely the man of the half.

Overall we are pretty fortunate to be in this position. I'd like to see a change in the centre and more of an emphasis on keeping the ball.

Fingers crossed for the next 45. :eek:

eirebhoy · 15-10-2008 8:51pm

Mr.Nice Guy wrote: »

MuckShane has had a stinker at right-back. You could do a comedy compilation of his errors in the 45 minutes.

He's made one (terrible) error, same as Kilbane. Other than that he's done well. He's not a right back though. I'd have 5 or 6 players in that position before him. I wouldn't really feel the need to back his performances up at right back because as I say I don't rate him there but a compilation of errors so far would consist of 1 clip.

Gonzovision · 15-10-2008 8:54pm

Neither central midfielder is able to hold onto the ball or look overly comfortable with it at their feet.

Raskolnikov · 15-10-2008 8:56pm

McShane only made one mistake, I think he's been good otherwise.

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 8:58pm

eirebhoy wrote: »

He's made one (terrible) error, same as Kilbane. Other than that he's done well. He's not a right back though. I'd have 5 or 6 players in that position before him. I wouldn't really feel the need to back his performances up at right back because as I say I don't rate him there but a compilation of errors so far would consist of 1 clip.

Not at all. Sure he had the chance to get the ball in the box at one stage and his terrible ball couldn't even beat the first man. He went to clear the ball up the pitch near the end of the half and he kicked air. He's had a lot more than one error. It's been embarrassing. Him and Kilbane shouldn't be put in the same sentence. Kilbane did well. MuckShane has been awful.

glenjamin · 15-10-2008 9:06pm

Impressed with Duff's workrate once again. Desperately need that 2nd goal. Getting too close for comfort.

The1337_Stephen · 15-10-2008 9:06pm

2 more mistakes by Mcshane... really think they need to take him off.

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:08pm

The1337_Stephen wrote: »

2 more mistakes by Mcshane... really think they need to take him off.

Agreed. Any sort of substitution would do at this point. The team looks like it needs a lift.

SantryRed · 15-10-2008 9:09pm

My two cents so far.

McShane out of there. He may do well for Hull but they play a completely different game to us. We need a right full with more composure out there. Joey O'Brien.

We looked decent first half but not in complete control. These have the players to score goals so we really need another goal. Want him to take McGeady off to be honest.

Gonzovision · 15-10-2008 9:17pm

The Cypriots look dangerous and we're looking to sit back all the time. Very dangerous. McShane is shocking. We don't have any central midfield. Changes need to be made and quickly.

GuanYin · 15-10-2008 9:20pm

It seems I work with a Cypriot!!

I was just checking the score and he was standing behind me! I always thought he was Italian!

Anyway, he thinks that Cyprus should be beating Ireland heavily!

leggo · 15-10-2008 9:22pm

Agreed that a change is needed. ANYTHING is. The side need to play with a bit of urgency here: Dunnes, Doyle and Duff are the only players who look like they give a **** at the minute. It's frustrating to watch them play the ball back when a genuine attacking chances comes along. You'd swear we were 3-0 up! A kick up the arse is required...

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:22pm

gonzovision wrote: »

We don't have any central midfield.

Yes I can't recall the last time I've watched a game where the central midfield was so anonymous. It's been Duff and McGeady that have been demanding the ball. I'm surprised there have been no changes.

Gonzovision · 15-10-2008 9:24pm

Should have scored.

leggo · 15-10-2008 9:26pm

Let's have a bet. Out of everyone here, who'll have the longest nails by the end of this match? Mine are running out as we speak...

Smegball · 15-10-2008 9:27pm

Trap doesnt seem to enjoy making subs :O

JackKelly · 15-10-2008 9:28pm

Doyle Duff Keane and Dunne have been outstanding. Nothing at all in midfield. McGeady has been great but, as always, needs to release earlier. Why oh why wont Trap make the substitutions. Bring on Reid!

Sherifu · 15-10-2008 9:28pm

Was sure it was in and we were home & hosed. Hope it won't cost us.

Gwan the Romanian ref, give us a peno :pac:

leggo · 15-10-2008 9:33pm

We've got the legs they don't it seems. But jesus this playing like Italians and grinding out results isn't fun. Somebody tell Trap that Italians have Olivio and Spaghetti, Irish have Johnny Blue and Guinness, our hearts can't cope with this stuff!

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:33pm

Unlucky Doyle!

KevIRL · 15-10-2008 9:35pm

eeeeeeek

Raskolnikov · 15-10-2008 9:35pm

Ok, McShane is muck.

RAFC · 15-10-2008 9:35pm

thats my nails gone, how we didn't concede a goal there is beyond me

leggo · 15-10-2008 9:36pm

Holy jesus! 85th minute, a mediocre team from the east get a chance and DON'T score? This is a revolution...

Sherifu · 15-10-2008 9:36pm

Phew. Thank fook.

GuanYin · 15-10-2008 9:37pm

Isn't it getting into traditional "Ireland let in a goal" time now?

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:37pm

My God we got away with murder there. Great block by Dunne.

McShane again was too soft down the right. No way is it coincidence that most of their joy has come down the left flank, and that's even without their most threatening player.

Raskolnikov · 15-10-2008 9:40pm

Robbie Keane has lost so much pace . . .

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:41pm

Aaaargh this game is so frustrating. If Cyprus score I think I'll pass out.

leggo · 15-10-2008 9:41pm

That last chance typified the Irish midfield tonight.

Ball comes to Darren Gibson, in acres of spaces with a chance to score. Does he go for it? No, track back...track back...

Whelan gets the rebound off Duff's shot. Sure enough, "HOLD IT UP LADS WE'RE GRAND!"

Gonzovision · 15-10-2008 9:42pm

Very poor composure and finishing throughout.

The1337_Stephen · 15-10-2008 9:42pm

Gwon Folan, pop in 5!!!

All in all not that bad. All the problems really came from the "subs" for our normal players. Remove McShane, Gibson. Jam in Reid... and a decent defender and boom. we should be ok.

Pigman II · 15-10-2008 9:43pm

Given ya eejit

Gonzovision · 15-10-2008 9:44pm

Very lucky, will definitely have to up our performances.

Raskolnikov · 15-10-2008 9:44pm

Job done I suppose.

Mr.Nice Guy · 15-10-2008 9:44pm

Well, job done but we need to improve in a big way when Bulgaria and Italy come on the scene.

Princess Consuela Bananahammock · 15-10-2008 9:44pm

Has that feckin' final whistle gone yet? Shoudl have goen 10 mins ago! Don;t know if it';s worse NOT watching it....

SantryRed · 15-10-2008 9:45pm

We were very lucky tonight. If we need to play out a 1nil, first man off the pitch has to be McGeady.

HE gave the ball away so many times in the second half it was rediculous. God I can't wait for Finnan to be back as well.

Royale with Cheese · 15-10-2008 9:46pm

leggo wrote: »

That last chance typified the Irish midfield tonight.

Ball comes to Darren Gibson, in acres of spaces with a chance to score. Does he go for it? No, track back...track back...

Whelan gets the rebound off Duff's shot. Sure enough, "HOLD IT UP LADS WE'RE GRAND!"

I don't think Whelan intentionally went backwards, he just didn't control the ball at all.

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