Euro Invitation for Dundalk

[SMorgan]

Happy days:cool:


http://dundalkfc.com/news/100227_Europa.asp

[Boo_Boy]

Enjoy your trip wherever it takes you!

[Acornvilla]

but if you loose in the first game dont come back :)

[oriel]

We have a fair bit of work to do if its hosted at home, just a small matter of installing a min of 1,700 seats for starters.

[fionnsci]

How many seats does your stand have? Even if you do get 1,700 it'd be a shame not to be able to make the most of a Euro game with a big crowd.

[Infadel]

How many seats does your stand have? Even if you do get 1,700 it'd be a shame not to be able to make the most of a Euro game with a big crowd.

Our stand hold around ~1200 seats but a few of them don't have backs on them which is a requirement by UEFA standards.

[Rasputin]

The standards applied to us last season in comparison to Vllaznia were ridiculous.

[Dalymountrower]

Would Newry be an option? If you don`t get the seats installed we would be happy to welcome you to Dalymount!

[pineapple stu]

I'm pretty sure Newry's ground has far too few seats for the UEFA requirements.

I assume that article doesn't actually resolve the Ian Foster UEFA Pro licence issue? As in, Dundalk have applied for Europe but could still theoretically be turned down because their manager hasn't got the requisite qualifications?

[shep]

I'm pretty sure Newry's ground has far too few seats for the UEFA requirements.

I assume that article doesn't actually resolve the Ian Foster UEFA Pro licence issue? As in, Dundalk have applied for Europe but could still theoretically be turned down because their manager hasn't got the requisite qualifications?

From what i am led to believe Stu the F.A.I can deem him to be up to the job to manage in Europe and that covers that end of things.By all accounts the FAI have told Dundalk the place is ours and that is the long and short of it.

Only issue to be resolved is where game takes place

[Dodge]

They could be turned down for any number of reasons*. I wouldn't be surprised if Sligo have been asked to apply too (on the basis that if Dundalk's application is refused, they'd still need a team). Pats were asked to apply before Shels wen officially ka-booom in 2007 (just in case)

I'm sure Dundalk will have Pats, Bohs and Tallaght Stadium all vying to host the games in their place.

*I'm not suggesting this is likely, just pointing out that its big enough application with a lot of financial stuff etc to be presented

[Finlay Harp]

Maybe Newry could be an option?
http://www.newrycityfc.com/Latest-News/Canal-End-Stand-Construcion

[Schumi]

Maybe Newry could be an option?
http://www.newrycityfc.com/Latest-News/Canal-End-Stand-Construcion

I don't suppose Drogheda's upgrades would be ready in time?

[pineapple stu]

Should be there any second now...

Isn't there a rule about playing European matches in your own jurisdiction too? I think one of the Welsh teams had problems when they tried to play in Chester or something like that.

[oriel]

Should be there any second now...

Isn't there a rule about playing European matches in your own jurisdiction too? I think one of the Welsh teams had problems when they tried to play in Chester or something like that.

Linfield played their 'home' game v us in Holland in 1979 and also Shels played Rangers at Tranmere Rovs in mid 90`s, then again one was security related and the other as Linfield were barred from playing the return leg in Windsor park, and wouldnt play the game in Ireland, think the ruling was it had to be 150 miles from Belfast = outside NI !

Anyway back on topic hopefully we can install 1,700 or so seats in time and adhere to the other conditions.

[pineapple stu]

Think you refuted your own point there. ;)

[dieseldlk]

hopefult we will get to play in oriel park.

[dong]

Best of luck to ye in Europe lads.

[DmanDmythDledge]

By all accounts the FAI have told Dundalk the place is ours and that is the long and short of it.

Only issue to be resolved is where game takes place
The FAI have only nominated you as one of their representatives to compete in the Europa League- Dundalk FC still has to pass what is in the UEFA Licensing to be allowed compete.

[Ezeikial]

The FAI have only nominated you as one of their representatives to compete in the Europa League- Dundalk FC still has to pass what is in the UEFA Licensing to be allowed compete.

You are completely correct. That is the position for all four clubs nominated - Bohs, Shamrock Rovers, Sporting Fingal and Dundalk.

I suspect that what Shep means is that Dundalks place is assured (as with Bohs, Rovers and Fingal) subject to meeting the UEFA Licensing criteria. Whether Oriel Park can be taken to Euro standard in the time available is a bigger ask.l

[DmanDmythDledge]

I think it's quite clear from his post that wasn't what he meant.

The ground won't be a problem at all, if necessary other stadia can be used. The issue is whether or not UEFA give dispensation in regards to Ian Foster. It would be interesting to see if there is precedence for this.

[Riddickcule]

Wheres the money going to come from, from what looks like a huge upgrade into Oriel.

[Celdrog]

The FAI have only nominated you as one of their representatives to compete in the Europa League- Dundalk FC still has to pass what is in the UEFA Licensing to be allowed compete.We passed it no problem, best of luck to Dundalk .... do us proud:cool:

[oriel]

Wheres the money going to come from, from what looks like a huge upgrade into Oriel.

Cost will most likely be the main hurdle if the game can be played at home, a working group is already set up, so it wont proceed past this if its not feasable.

If it does get the nod, it may happen very quickly, our owner is a builder, he managed to erect the new shed over a weekend a few years back. Also he got other structural jobs done very quickly that wouldnt necessarily be seen by all eyes, lilke a new roof on the stand, new panels at each side, new dressing rooms/toilets built where the home terracing is, stand side. Currently the club appear to be doing some work on the laneway leading up to the away terracing, so a lot of jobs on the go, not to mention the completion of the youth accademy/underground carpark.

But as I said, its all about costs, if it can he done, he will get it done. I`m sure we`ll find out next month if the big upgrade with the extra 2,000 or so seating to be installed is going ahead or not.

For me, this presents a great opportunity to have the ground upgraded, so fingers crossed it will happen.

[Dunny]

08 MARCH 2010: DUNDALK SET FOR EUROPA CAMPAIGN

Dundalk FC have received confirmation from the FAI that team manager Ian Foster has been accepted for the next UEFA Pro License coaching course – being run the English FA – after recently successfully completing his A License qualification. The course, which commences this summer, will enable the club to comply with the UEFA coaching requirement set down for all team managers whose club competes in the UEFA club competitions.
Gerry Matthews, Dundalk CEO said “we are very appreciative of the efforts of the FAI, and have no doubt that their recommendations and support for Ian’s Pro License application played a major part in securing this coveted place on the English FA course. The next FAI Pro License course would not be in time for this year’s Europa League, and I was delighted to receive the call this morning from John Delaney relaying the good news”
“While our Project Team are still hard at work on the feasibility and logistics of taking Oriel Park up to UEFA standard, it is not yet clear that the necessary work can be completed in the available time span. We have a passionate desire to hold the first home game in early July in Oriel Park; we will be in a better position to make a decision on both the time and cost issues in the next fortnight, when we have analysed the stadium engineers report. But right now, it’s time to check on the passports and get ready for Dundalk’s first European adventure since 2002!”
Dundalk first matches in the Europa League are set for July 1 and July 8, and should progress be secured, will play in the next round on successive weeks on July 15 and July 22


http://www.dundalkfc.com/news/100308_Europa.asp