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  • #52
    dsmythy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,521 ✭✭✭✭dsmythy


    djpbarry wrote: »
    I’m not saying I disagree with the idea of a pyramid system – I actually think it’s one of the best initiatives implemented by the FAI since they took over the league. But what you’re proposing is that 5 A-league sides be elevated to the first division without “proving themselves” capable of competing at such a level. Consider that Salthill and Mervue were by some distance the worst sides in this year’s first division, but Salthill were still too good for Cobh, the best of the A-league sides. Put simply, there would be a colossal difference in standard between the top and bottom of the first division that you are proposing.

    The bottom two teams in the second divisions of Norway, Sweden, and Finland didn't go much better than our own in their last league campaigns. Once the promoted teams stay within budget I don't see a problem with them coming up once they show an interest in doing so. Competing with those other First Division teams rather than in the safety of the 'A' league forever would be better for them in the long run I'd feel.


  • #53
    BornToRun88
    Registered Users Posts: 399 ✭✭BornToRun88


    Has to happen. 10 team league is just so boring. Along with playing each other four times a season and possible cup matches, teams can end up meeting each other six or seven times a season, like Bohs and Sligo in 2009. I even remember in 2004 due to a backlog of fixtures, Bohs and Shels met twice within five days!
    This leads to matches becoming dull and ending in draws as teams are well familiar with each other.

    A 16 team league with 30 matches would suit grand. With the league now to become a entirely part-time league again, 30 matches a year is just right. Also there will be more local derbies nationwide as a result possibly attracting more crowds. Win Win Situation!!!!


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