Leinster Team Talk/Gossip/Rumours Thread XI (The Finals Countdown)

dregin

The ref sounds utterly devastated that he needs to give that try

errlloyd

That was actually a great game.

Exclamation Marc

dregin wrote: »

The ref sounds utterly devastated that he needs to give that try

Half expected him to refer a check if the player needed a number on his back to be allowed score a try.

Very enjoyable game to watch. A bit loose but easy on the eye

dregin

errlloyd wrote: »

That was actually a great game.

A lot better than I expected.

Portsalon

errlloyd wrote: »

That was actually a great game.

I hope Joe was watching. Excellent replacements for both POM and Stander on view!

Exclamation Marc

So what we're saying, as Leinster fans, is that the most important result of the day went our way... Yeah?

Please.

OldRio

Great picture quality in fairness to the broadcasters. It made the appalling picture quality we have to endure for the Pro14 embarrassing.

Squidgy Black

Was a weird game. We were absolutely miles ahead of them in the first 25 minutes, dominating the set piece and general play, scored 19 points in that period.

Then the foot started coming off the gas, discipline went to shíte, subs were made and all of a sudden we'd let them score 3 unanswered tries of their own.

After that it was just scrappy, score for score and some sloppy play from both sides. Just felt completely disjointed and sloppy.

I know it's a meaningless game and all, but wasn't really expecting it from what was essentially our Pro14 team, thought there would've been a bit more cohesion.

Squidgy Black

Squidgy Black wrote: »

Was a weird game. We were absolutely miles ahead of them in the first 25 minutes, dominating the set piece and general play, scored 19 points in that period.

Then the foot started coming off the gas, discipline went to shíte, subs were made and all of a sudden we'd let them score 3 unanswered tries of their own.

After that it was just scrappy, score for score and some sloppy play from both sides. Just felt completely disjointed and sloppy.

I know it's a meaningless game and all, but wasn't really expecting it from what was essentially our Pro14 team, thought there would've been a bit more cohesion.

A reasonably good Ireland team played Canada at home in 2016 and were only one score ahead at half time.

This is a second string Leinster side, Canada are at home - and the coaches have probably had more access to the players in the last three months than in the last three years.

Let's not completely undersell them.

Squidgy Black

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A reasonably good Ireland team played Canada at home in 2016 and were only one score ahead at half time.

This is a second string Leinster side, Canada are at home - and the coaches have probably had more access to the players in the last three months than in the last three years.

Let's not completely undersell them.

But this is a completely different team than this Canada team who got a spanking from Fiji and the USA in the PNC last month and lost to Tonga. They also lost to Brazil and Uruguay at the start of the year.

I'm not saying it's doom and gloom or a bad sign, it's a preseason game abroad after all. Just thought we didn't get to see a lot of clean moves or any real structured play, was just 80 minutes of chaos from both sides.

Squidgy Black

Squidgy Black wrote: »

Just thought we didn't get to see a lot of clean moves

They're holding them back for the World Cup...

Interested Observer

Squidgy Black wrote: »

But this is a completely different team than this Canada team who got a spanking from Fiji and the USA in the PNC last month and lost to Tonga. They also lost to Brazil and Uruguay at the start of the year.

I'm not saying it's doom and gloom or a bad sign, it's a preseason game abroad after all. Just thought we didn't get to see a lot of clean moves or any real structured play, was just 80 minutes of chaos from both sides.

I think you're expecting a bit much tbh. Leinster have usually been pretty awful in these games, they're about getting physically up to speed, taking game contact, getting match fit again rather than busting out the moves. Not concerned at all.

DGRulz

So, if I understand this right, Leinster get Canada's spot in Pool C? Great stuff, can't wait for Leinster Vs All Blacks.

Digifriendly

Anyone any links to any highlights available on internet?

kmart6

Digifriendly wrote: »

Anyone any links to any highlights available on internet?

Full broadcast is available to watch on the Rugby Canada FB page.

Portsalon

DGRulz wrote: »

So, if I understand this right, Leinster get Canada's spot in Pool C? Great stuff, can't wait for Leinster Vs All Blacks.

Not after the last game! :mad: Poor old Kevin Mays almost lost an ear.

Utah_Saint

this is probably old news on here but i just watched it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjmRWG-X1R4

Leavys description of it sends shivers down my spine....pray he comes back the same player....just seems like a decent bloke who had rotten luck...

Bridge93

Leinster A beating Munster 40-7 after 55 mins in Cork in the Celtic Cup

Burkie1203

https://twitter.com/leinsterrugby/status/1170756649855979520?s=19

The Parish King

Burkie1203 wrote: »

https://twitter.com/leinsterrugby/status/1170756649855979520?s=19

Looks like this guy has previous finishing pedigree.

www.balls.ie/amp/rugby/andrew-smith-try-402517

Anyone seen him play before? What’s his general game like? Both finishes are obviously sensational, but very intelligent also.

Purist98

The Parish King wrote: »

Looks like this guy has previous finishing pedigree.

www.balls.ie/amp/rugby/andrew-smith-try-402517

Anyone seen him play before? What’s his general game like? Both finishes are obviously sensational, but very intelligent also.

Very good, great feet and a powerful runner, played 15 for Michael's last season

FellasFellas

Purist98 wrote: »

Very good, great feet and a powerful runner, played 15 for Michael's last season

Great prospect. What club does he play for?

mogwai81

Listening to James Lowe on House of Rugby and he mentioned he's around 107kg. That's pretty impressive for a winger. Didn't realise he was that big!

Shefwedfan

mogwai81 wrote: »

Listening to James Lowe on House of Rugby and he mentioned he's around 107kg. That's pretty impressive for a winger. Didn't realise he was that big!

Around 90kg is his impressive hair :p:p:p:p


he does answer the question if he will play for Ireland, interesting that he said that when he was initially approached it was mentioned about playing for Ireland.....first time a player has come out and said that

RobbieRuns

Shefwedfan wrote: »

Around 90kg is his impressive hair :p:p:p:p


he does answer the question if he will play for Ireland, interesting that he said that when he was initially approached it was mentioned about playing for Ireland.....first time a player has come out and said that

Slip of the tongue !

Shefwedfan

RobbieRuns wrote: »

Slip of the tongue !

That is his character by the looks of it....remember the guy who broke into his car and he was putting out a call to find him at press conference :p

Is the game tonight televised anywhere?

sydthebeat

[Deleted User] wrote: »

Is the game tonight televised anywhere?

What game tonight?
They played saints yesterday

errlloyd

Deleted User wrote: »

Is the game tonight televised anywhere?

Last nights game?

Well sh1t.