Irish Abroad 2012/2013

[Olé Olé]

Tabb has signed for Ipswich, Hunt has been linked with Leeds

Tierney linked with Bolton. Harte has been linked with Leeds. Pearce won't be short of offers. All of the older players in that list are well set for Championship moves (other than Pearce who looks like joining Liverpool or Newcastle).

I'd be more worried about the calibre of club Henderson, Roberts, Shea, Wearen and Devine can attract. Roberts and Henderson have plenty loan experience and should be okay. Don't know much about Shea. Wearen and Devine are surely likely to undergo plenty of trials before signing for a lower-league side or maybe return to the Airtricity League, I would imagine.

[gastric]

Tierney linked with Bolton. Harte has been linked with Leeds. Pearce won't be short of offers. All of the older players in that list are well set for Championship moves (other than Pearce who looks like joining Liverpool or Newcastle).

I'd be more worried about the calibre of club Henderson, Roberts, Shea, Wearen and Devine can attract. Roberts and Henderson have plenty loan experience and should be okay. Don't know much about Shea. Wearen and Devine are surely likely to undergo plenty of trials before signing for a lower-league side or maybe return to the Airtricity League, I would imagine.

I am not sure if Shea has even shown interest in representing us, but the more the merrier I suppose! Surprised Roberts was let go by Aresenal, Inverness might sign him permanently now.

[CraftyToePoke]

Mark Yeates released but Murrray & Hoban safe in a turkey shoot of a cull at Watford. Jack Bonham also released.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22826958

[liamoo11]

Mark Yeates released but Murrray & Hoban safe in a turkey shoot of a cull at Watford. Jack Bonham also released.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22826958

Conor smith still there as well

[gastric]

Someone could be in a bit of trouble over this incident.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/soccer-player-to-be-quizzed-over-vicious-nightclub-assault-29332263.html

[Lionel Ritchie]

Someone could be in a bit of trouble over this incident.

http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/soccer-player-to-be-quizzed-over-vicious-nightclub-assault-29332263.html

According to another IE report the Footballer in question (named in his own thread here) is to be 'probed'. He won't like that up him. http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/footballer-probed-over-assault-29332983.html

[Charlie Darwin]

I thought it was only foreigners who don't like it up them?

[tetsujin1979]

Interview with Kyle Callan-McFadden in the Irish Post: http://www.irishpost.co.uk/sport/kyle-callan-mcfadden
Mentions that Northern Ireland U19 player Cameron McGeehan might be interested in switching allegiances to the Republic

[Olé Olé]

Interview with Kyle Callan-McFadden in the Irish Post: http://www.irishpost.co.uk/sport/kyle-callan-mcfadden
Mentions that Northern Ireland U19 player Cameron McGeehan might be interested in switching allegiances to the Republic

McGeechan, like Liam McAlinden, is English-born it appears: http://www.london24.com/sport/chelsea/the_80_000_10_year_old_that_chelsea_let_go_comes_b ack_to_haunt_them_with_norwich_1_2173802

[liamoo11]

John osullivan and darragh lenihan got new deals at blackburn

[CraftyToePoke]

Michael Liddle signs on again at Accrington.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22911219

[CraftyToePoke]

Conrad Logan signs on again with Leicester City for another two years. 27 now, with only two more first team appearances than his years on this earth and none since 2010. He must love it there at Leicester, several of his loan clubs tried to sign him but was never interested. Shows the value of a back up keeper who will be quiet and not agitate at a club also, as he must have survived ten or more regime changes.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22893178

[gastric]

Good to see 'our Joe' back in football. Once touted as a possible Irish manager, he was always pretty astute in his signings.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/joe-kinnear-returns-to-newcastle---and-in-charge-of-transfers-8660850.html

[Eminence Grise]

There's a man who'd gone off the radar. Great to see him back - and as modest as ever! Always had a soft spot for him. Back in the game, does this put him in the frame to succeed Trap whenever he goes?

[Eminence Grise]

Apparently, Newcastle haven't officially completed the deal yet, according to the Irish Times. Silence from St James’ Park hints at a hitch (http://www.irishtimes.com/sport/soccer/english-soccer/newcastle-fail-to-confirm-joe-kinnear-s-appointment-1.1432478).

[CraftyToePoke]

Steven Reid extends his stay at WBA

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22948840

[gastric]

Just trawling websites to see what is happening to released Irish players, in particular Villa's Daniel Devine, when I found this review. On the basis of this, he was probably unlucky to be released.

http://www.ftbpro.com/posts/raymond.lewis/130702/who-will-be-aston-villa-s-next-top-youth-team-graduate/daniel-devine#posts/raymond.lewis/130702/who-will-be-aston-villa-s-next-top-youth-team-graduate/michael-drennan

[CraftyToePoke]

David Mooney has signed up for another two years at Leyton Orient

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/23002586

[tetsujin1979]

To alleviate the monotony in the close season in the UK, I'll post a few trivia questions on the Irish Abroad site
First question is on the blog: http://irish-abroad.appspot.com/Blog
answer to come tomorrow

[gastric]

Daniel Devine training with Swindon and hopefully will get a contract there. Would be a great move if he can get first team football. Kevin McDonald will at least know what he is about.

http://thetownend.com/index.php?topic=51848.msg1204788;topicseen

[gastric]

It seems Dan Crowley who did play for us, but may not be eligible for us anymore, has signed for Arsenal.

[liamoo11]

It seems Dan Crowley who did play for us, but may not be eligible for us anymore, has signed for Arsenal.e

I thought his family were irish are you sure he is not eligible?Seems even more strange if true after the FAI statement a few months ago saying he had commited to us. I had hoped he would see the light and come back to us. Villa must be livid. Did they get a big fee or just a tribunal settlement?

[gastric]

Liamoo, attached is the link indicating his move to Arsenal. I am totally confused as I thought he had rejoined England. You tend to know a hell of a lot more about young Irish players, could you post the FAI statement as I would love if he has rejoined us!

http://arsenalyouth.wordpress.com/2013/05/30/crowley-to-join-arsenal-tomorrow-as-roberts-joins-list-of-departures/

Edit:

This link suggests he is sticking with England and that the FAI statement was incorrect. Can anyone enlighten me?

http://www.thefootballforum.net/index.php?/topic/213905-england-u17-thread/page-2

[tetsujin1979]

Liamoo, attached is the link indicating his move to Arsenal. I am totally confused as I thought he had rejoined England. You tend to know a hell of a lot more about young Irish players, could you post the FAI statement as I would love if he has rejoined us!

http://arsenalyouth.wordpress.com/2013/05/30/crowley-to-join-arsenal-tomorrow-as-roberts-joins-list-of-departures/

Edit:

This link suggests he is sticking with England and that the FAI statement was incorrect. Can anyone enlighten me?

http://www.thefootballforum.net/index.php?/topic/213905-england-u17-thread/page-2
he was in the u17 squad in February for a friendly and had apparently pledged his allegiance to Ireland: http://www.fai.ie/international/youth-teams/under-17/103057-u17-head-coach-tom-mohan-names-squad-to-face-croatia.html

Danny Crowley features in the squad also after pledging his allegiance to Ireland ahead of England. Danny has played for Ireland at U-16 level, while representing England at U-16 and U-17 level also.
but he played for the England U17s in their qualifiers less than a month later: http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/aston-villa-star-crowley-opts-to-play-for-england-29129461.html

[tetsujin1979]

To alleviate the monotony in the close season in the UK, I'll post a few trivia questions on the Irish Abroad site
First question is on the blog: http://irish-abroad.appspot.com/Blog
answer to come tomorrow
answer posted: http://irish-abroad.appspot.com/Blog

[liamoo11]

he was in the u17 squad in February for a friendly and had apparently pledged his allegiance to Ireland: http://www.fai.ie/international/youth-teams/under-17/103057-u17-head-coach-tom-mohan-names-squad-to-face-croatia.html

but he played for the England U17s in their qualifiers less than a month later: http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/aston-villa-star-crowley-opts-to-play-for-england-29129461.html

Yeah thats the latest of his switches but he has leapfrogged over and back for the last year or so. I assume he is still eligible to switch back to us as he did not play competitively for us yet. Would Brady have been involved in recruiting him?Maybe he can have a word as it seems the lads family are very Irish

[drummerboy]

Sky Sports News reporting that Chris McCann has signed for Wigan on a 3 year deal. Replacement for McCarthy? Not a bad move, I reckon they will be challenging for promotion and COyle is a fan.

[CraftyToePoke]

Roy O'Donovan signs on for another two years at Northampton.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/23085096

[gastric]

According to today's Mirror, Paul Lambert has told Enda Stevens he can leave, no link available yet.

[Closed Account]

According to today's Mirror, Paul Lambert has told Enda Stevens he can leave, no link available yet.
http://avillafan.com/site/6385/three-to-be-shown-the-door-and-belhanda/.

[tetsujin1979]

Burke, Carruthers and Drennan sign new deals with Villa: http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~3225489,00.html

[Charlie Darwin]

That's terrific news. Hopefully Lambert proves me wrong and gives them a shot this year!

[gastric]

Hopefully this works out for Doherty!

http://www.twtd.co.uk/ipswich-town-news/23118/town-to-run-rule-over-irish-winger

[Charlie Darwin]

That could be good for him - Mick has always kept an eye on the league and recognised the talent of Irish players. I wonder if he'd be better off finishing the season with Waterford though considering they've finally got their act together.

[gastric]

Another Irish ancillary staff employee at Arsenal, pity we don't have any senior players there!

http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/premier-league/munster-legend-jerry-flannery-lands-arsenal-coaching-role-29387530.html

[gastric]

Kelly had a great career as a player, management would be an interesting new chapter for him!


http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11715/8801761/Former-Leeds-defender-Gary-Kelly-has-set-his-sights-on-becoming-a-manager

[samhaydenjr]

Kelly had a great career as a player, management would be an interesting new chapter for him!


http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11715/8801761/Former-Leeds-defender-Gary-Kelly-has-set-his-sights-on-becoming-a-manager

I'm getting a weird feeling of deja-vu about this story...An experienced and popular international full-back from Drogheda, who represented us in multiple World Cups and who has recently retired decides to start down the management road around the same time the National Team's manager (who had much success prior to this but rather mixed results since taken over) looks like he may have to step down, with criticisms being levelled of a negative style of play and late goals being conceded...why does this feel so familiar? OH NO!!! SOMEBODY LOCK JOHN DELANEY UP, QUICK!!!! DON'T LET HIM READ THIS STORY!!!

[liamoo11]

best, judge, o connor and o sullivan all got at least a half for blackburn in first pre season game.K Thornton played for wrexham

[bwagner]

Rory Donnelly (I know he hasn't fully declared yet) played in two friendlies for Swansea against Dutch teams, scored one and played well !!

[bwagner]

Irish Wolves in squad for Scotland trip:Squad:Aaron McCarey, Matt Doherty, Kevin Foley, Richard Stearman,Anthony Forde, Liam McAlinden, Doyle injured

[liamoo11]

Paul george has had some game time for celtic in their pre season

[gastric]

While I never saw Grogan play, I have always been intrigued by him after reading newspaper articles he wrote. He comes across as a modest individual who could have played at the top level. I remember reading of his delight when Ferguson put him in midfield with Keane, Giggs and Beckham in training sessions, and Ferguson's use of a cricket bat when unhappy with player conduct!
We have lost some potential superstars over the last 10 -15 years due to injury, like Sadlier, Healy and O'Neill and you could include Stephen Reid in that category too.
Can anyone shed light on Grogan's actual ability as by all accounts he was a talented player?


http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/former-man-u-star-starting-all-over-again-29420048.html

[bwagner]

FRANKIE Sutherland’s well-taken goal was the undoubted highlight, as Rangers succumbed to a narrow 2-1 defeat to Udinese in Austria.


Trailing 2-0, Sutherland gave the R’s hope with a sublime finish on 68 minutes, but the Serie A side held on to clinch victory.


Sutherland pulled a fine goal back for the R’s with a sweet left-footed finish, but despite finishing in the ascendancy, an equaliser proved to be beyond them.


The game was nine minutes old when the R’s created their first opportunity of note.


Yun Suk-Young’s throw-in was deftly touched off by Andy Johnson into the path of Bobby Zamora, only for his shot to fly high and wide.


Ten minutes before the break, Rangers went close to breaking the deadlock with their best passage of play in the half.


Zamora and Ji-Sung Park exchanged passes, but the former was denied by a fine last-ditch tackle.


The pair combined again five minutes later and this time it was Park who let fly from the edge of the box, bringing the best out of Ivan Kelava in the Udinese goal.


At the other end, former Watford loanee Matej Vydra just failed to connect with a volley under pressure from Clint Hill.


Rangers made two changes at the break, with Zamora and Johnson making way for Mo Shariff and Shaun Wright-Phillips.


The changes failed to have the desired impact and it was Udinese who opened the scoring three minutes into the second half.


There appeared to be very little on when the ball landed at the feet of Basta 30 yards from goal, but what followed was a strike of pure class, leaving Rob Green with absolutely no chance.


It was an expert finish from the Republic of Ireland youngster, leaving two Udinese defenders trailing in his wake before firing the ball into the far corner of the net with a superb left-footed strike.



QPR: Green, Simpson (Harriman 70), Hill (Ehmer 70), Onuoha, Suk-Young, Park (Mbia 61), Faurlin (Granero 61), Jenas (Derry 61), Hoilett (Sutherland 65), Johnson (Shariff 46), Zamora (Wright-Phillips 46).

[bwagner]

Our two under 21's guys and Murphy got more game time against Besiktas:QPR: Murphy, Simpson (Harriman 79), Onuoha (Ehmer 79), Hill, Suk-Young, Wright-Phillips (Sutherland 65), Derry (Jenas 65), Granero (Faurlin 65), Hoilett, Zamora (Shariff 65), Johnson (Park 65).

Read more at http://www.qpr.co.uk/news/article/180713-qpr-besiktas-929166.aspx#boIm5w2TCbtS1EAU.99

[nigel-harps1954]

Read more at http://www.qpr.co.uk/news/article/180713-qpr-besiktas-929166.aspx#boIm5w2TCbtS1EAU.99


Bryan Murphy...

[Bungle]

While I never saw Grogan play, I have always been intrigued by him after reading newspaper articles he wrote. He comes across as a modest individual who could have played at the top level. I remember reading of his delight when Ferguson put him in midfield with Keane, Giggs and Beckham in training sessions, and Ferguson's use of a cricket bat when unhappy with player conduct!
We have lost some potential superstars over the last 10 -15 years due to injury, like Sadlier, Healy and O'Neill and you could include Stephen Reid in that category too.
Can anyone shed light on Grogan's actual ability as by all accounts he was a talented player?

http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/former-man-u-star-starting-all-over-again-29420048.html

Grogan was a terrific talent. He was one of the best youth players in the British game at the time. I would certainly have tipped him as a future Irish international. To be honest, Graham Barrett was the standout player of an excellent batch of Irish players around then. He was being groomed for the Arsenal first team and played a few games at 18 I think for them. Injury ruined his career at a young age also. Bigger countries can deal with injuries to great talents. Unfortunately, we certainly can't. Reid was outstanding at that level also.

That u16 team probably would have been more talented than the u18s which is saying something given that McPhail, Dunne, Duff and Keane were in it. One thing about the Irish youth teams of that Brian Kerr era were that they were technically outstanding. Guys like McPhail and Reid would have become great players if they were at continiental clubs.

[gastric]

Philip Roberts is on trial at Colchester.

[gastric]

According to one of today's tabloids Keith Andrews is in talks to join Blackpool.

[tetsujin1979]

Philip Roberts is on trial at Colchester.signed for Falkirk today according to his twitter: https://twitter.com/P_J_Roberts/status/361035873694916608

Happy to say I have signed 2 years with Falkirk FC looking forward to the opportunity to play this year

[bwagner]

ROVERS: Kean, Kane, Dann (c), Hanley (sub Pedersen 81 mins), Kilgallon (sub Morris 46 mins), King (sub Rochina 64 mins), Lowe, Marrow (sub O'Sullivan 81 mins), Taylor (sub Formica 64 mins), Judge (sub Diogo Rosado 73 mins), Rhodes (sub Best 73 mins).


Subs not used: Eastwood (GK), Fabio Nunes.


EVERTON: Howard (sub Robles 46 mins), Hibbert (sub Coleman 46 mins), Gibson, Jagielka (c) (sub Stones 46 mins), Oviedo (sub Garbutt 89 mins), Kone (sub Jelavic 46 mins), Mirallas (sub Naismith 46 mins), Distin, Barkley (sub Osman 46 mins), Pienaar, Fellaini (sub Heitinga 46 mins).


Subs not used: Vellios, Anichebe.


Attendance: 9142.

Read more at http://www.rovers.co.uk/news/article/rovers-v-everton-948109.aspx#qX810l8Pl5WxIk5P.99