League of Ireland in Europe 2016

**Dodge** · 23/09/2016, 8:30 AM

Originally Posted by ToberonaTornado

How are Israel in UEFA anyway?

Because loads of teams in the AFC refused to play them. Then they played in UEFA world Cup qualifiers, then even Oceania for 2 world cups

Why are they considered European?

They're not

Throw enough money at a corrupt organisation and you'll get anywhere these days.

These days being 25 years ago?

Years ago we protested about the Brits

Not in football we didn't. In fact Irish people would revolt if British football was taken away from them

**Straightstory** · 23/09/2016, 9:01 AM

Originally Posted by White Horse

Give it a rest. This is a football forum. If you want to discuss politics, there are many other places to do so.

Quite agree.

**sadloserkid** · 23/09/2016, 9:12 AM

Originally Posted by White Horse

Give it a rest. This is a football forum. If you want to discuss politics, there are many other places to do so.

Quite so. Outside Tallaght stadium for one.

**Charlie Darwin** · 23/09/2016, 11:54 AM

Anybody who's witnessed Shels fans protesting against everything from vulture funds to the Queen outside Tallaght Stadium will know what a rich history there is there of badly-attended protests.

**paul_oshea** · 23/09/2016, 6:08 PM

I think Ezekial has it right, if they are going to do something, then be responsible and accountable for anything that comes with it. These protest groups arent well funded though so i doubt they could pay a 15k euro fine.

Whatever about Israel joining 25 years ago, the original point is still valid, kazakhstan only joined up about 10 to 15 years ago.

And anyone who thinks sport and politics dont mix is either extremely naive, blinded or deflectors. It's the most stupid, old hat thrown out everytime.

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**sparky12345678** · 25/09/2016, 9:53 PM

Maccabi hammered their city rivals 5-0 today. Dundalk have an extra two days rest though...?

**fionnsci** · 26/09/2016, 10:22 AM

Do we reckon tickets will be available on the night? Just check ticketmaster there, two "cheap" tickets will cost €45.90, including a booking fee.

There are only East/West Stand tickets available, has there been a temporary stand erected behind one of the goals? I thought it was necessary for licensing. Obviously not available for pre-sale if so.

**jinxy lilywhite** · 26/09/2016, 10:28 AM

Considering the opposition and fear of protests inside the ground I don't think there will be any on sale outside the ground.

We got dispensation not to erect a temp stand

**Nesta99** · 26/09/2016, 2:31 PM

Originally Posted by ToberonaTornado

The protest is not against individual citizens of Israel but more against what the state of Israel represents.Which is the genocide of another countries citizens,annexation and an invasion of another peoples homes and land.
How are Israel in UEFA anyway?
Why are they considered European? Throw enough money at a corrupt organisation and you'll get anywhere these days.

Years ago we protested about the Brits and we still do to some some extent but we never held it personally against any citizen of the UK!

Yeah ok!?! That never happened ever.......

€230 return to Tel Aviv for the away game which overall will be a cheaper trip than Iceland was!! (if I were to go).

**ToberonaTornado** · 28/09/2016, 12:03 AM

If you were to go? LOL
Judging by your posts both here & on OW has me wondering if you actually attend any games at all?!!

**Nesta99** · 28/09/2016, 2:46 AM

Pray tell TT!?

**Real ale Madrid** · 28/09/2016, 3:39 PM

Good luck to the lads as they kick off Irish interest v HJK Helsinki in the UEFA Youth League. 5.00pm kick off.

http://www.uefa.com/uefayouthleague/...&match=2020601

**sadloserkid** · 28/09/2016, 4:27 PM

Originally Posted by Real ale Madrid

Good luck to the lads as they kick off Irish interest v HJK Helsinki in the UEFA Youth League. 5.00pm kick off.

http://www.uefa.com/uefayouthleague/...&match=2020601

Home leg is down for October 19th? Any idea of KO time?

**Hitman** · 28/09/2016, 4:32 PM

Originally Posted by sadloserkid

Home leg is down for October 19th? Any idea of KO time?

7.45 pm per the UEFA site, I don't think it's been officially announced by the club yet but I'd say that'll be it.

**El-Pietro** · 28/09/2016, 5:28 PM

0-0 after about an hour, sounds like City were on top in the first half based on twitter, been quiet in the second half. Garan Manley (defender who was man of the match in the cup final recently) has gone to hospital for a scan on his ankle after a first half injury.
Roma beating APOEL 3-0 in the other game. Winners of these two ties face off in the second round.

**BonnieShels** · 28/09/2016, 5:39 PM

Originally Posted by Charlie Darwin

Anybody who's witnessed Shels fans protesting against everything from vulture funds to the Queen outside Tallaght Stadium will know what a rich history there is there of badly-attended protests.

I'm planning a protest outside Tallaght tomorrow night against that comment.

I probably won't show.

**paul_oshea** · 29/09/2016, 6:30 PM

Any place for text updates, i am away in the states and i see rte have failed once again as I cant see anything for the Dundalk game, its only down the road a bit too far like?

**patrickccfc** · 29/09/2016, 6:35 PM

Originally Posted by paul_oshea

Any place for text updates, i am away in the states and i see rte have failed once again as I cant see anything for the Dundalk game, its only down the road a bit too far like?

Rte don't show Europa League games.
Eir sport are showing it alright