Manager merry-go-round.

[Longfordian]

The printed story actually says that Staunton is believed to have expressed an interest but wasn't offered the job. That's very different to him being approached and turning it down.

[prince20]

A celebrity with no qualifications.

Feel like I've seen that before.

I think you will find that 500 top flight games in England, 102 International games and 6 major honours might have given him a small bit of a qualification.

[nigel-harps1954]

I think you will find that 500 top flight games in England, 102 International games and 6 major honours might have given him a small bit of a qualification.

I'm sorry, I wasn't aware he was signing as a player rather than a manager.

[peadar1987]

I think you will find that 500 top flight games in England, 102 International games and 6 major honours might have given him a small bit of a qualification.

Being a player and a manager are two different, albeit overlapping, skill sets. All of his experience in the game would make him a better manager than, say, me, but it doesn't mean he has all the skills necessary to succeed as a coach.

[A N Mouse]

Derry looked really good for the first half dozen games last season, bettered only by Sligo at that stage. They were muck toward the end of the season though. Lots of skillful players without motivation or confidence.

Derry were brutal from the get go. Rarely looked like a team, only 11 individuals. Worked hard at times, difference with second part of season was used all the luck haven't had previous 5 or so years in first half of season.

Roddy could do something. Or he could be out by start of world cup

[prince20]

I'm sorry, I wasn't aware he was signing as a player rather than a manager.

No need to be sorry and certainly no need to be smart. Doesnt suit you and if what im hearing is correct you will have enough to worry about in your own club when the new manager is appointed.

[prince20]

Being a player and a manager are two different, albeit overlapping, skill sets. All of his experience in the game would make him a better manager than, say, me, but it doesn't mean he has all the skills necessary to succeed as a coach.

True Peader but im sure it would be a help.

[nigel-harps1954]

No need to be sorry and certainly no need to be smart. Doesnt suit you and if what im hearing is correct you will have enough to worry about in your own club when the new manager is appointed.

Must be hearing some wonderful stories then. Care to share?

[prince20]

Must be hearing some wonderful stories then. Care to share?

No point in me bursting your bubble and to be fair I hope he doesnt get the gig. Interviews on today?? Decision made over the weekend? Hope it doesnt turn out to be true.

[Yossarian]

No point in me bursting your bubble and to be fair I hope he doesnt get the gig. Interviews on today?? Decision made over the weekend? Hope it doesnt turn out to be true.

Hilarious. The usual 'I know but can't tell you' bull. If indeed this is the case why bring it up?

[nigel-harps1954]

You clearly know more than I do. I'll bow to your superior knowledge.

[gufc2000]

According to Galway Bay FM, Tommy Dunne is the front runner for the Galway FC job, with Johnny Glynn the other candidate named as being in contention as well

[nigel-harps1954]

Jesus, surely Johnny Glynn should be the immediate choice after the miracle he worked with Mervue. The fittest team in the Division last season as well as the hardest to break down.

[Olander]

Jesus, surely Johnny Glynn should be the immediate choice after the miracle he worked with Mervue. The fittest team in the Division last season as well as the hardest to break down.
The "miracle" he performed with Mervue?

Behave.

[De Town]

You're for the birds, Nidge.

[Jofspring]

If Johnny Glynn is in the running surely he is the perfect choice. Did very well with Mervue, seems to have good connections around the league, has a good knowledge of local football in Galway and probably has a better insight into everything going on in Galway with regards Salthill, GUST, Mervue over the last number of years than a candidate from outside.

[galwayhoop]

For some unearthly reason there is an attitude of anyone but Glynn among some in Galway. Can't understand it myself and choosing Tommy Dunne over Glynn to me is a strange one. Hopefully the tide turns in Glynns favour.

As for "miracle" at Mervue. I'd agree with that. League championship form in the final series of games to reach the playoff and done on less than a shoestring.

[nigel-harps1954]

Anyone who brushes off the job Glynn done at Mervue needs their head examined. 19 out of 20 First Division fans will say Mervue were the toughest team to break down last season. They made Fahy's Field into a very tough place to go and everyone dreaded the trip there. As galwayhoop said, this was all done on next to no budget. Should be an absolute no-brainer to appoint him.

[avvenalaf]

Anyone who brushes off the job Glynn done at Mervue needs their head examined. 19 out of 20 First Division fans will say Mervue were the toughest team to break down last season. They made Fahy's Field into a very tough place to go and everyone dreaded the trip there. As galwayhoop said, this was all done on next to no budget. Should be an absolute no-brainer to appoint him.

In fairness, last season, Finn Harps must have dreaded a trip anywhere.

[Trainee]

Johnny Glynn has withdrawn his name in the race for the Galway FC managers job, Looks like its Tommy Dunne's Job

[nigel-harps1954]

In fairness, last season, Finn Harps must have dreaded a trip anywhere.

Certainly, that is the case. Not much different this coming season.

[Terry]

Tommy Dunne expected to be announced as the new manager of GFC.

[nigel-harps1954]

Sean Connor spotted in Ballybofey tonight. The final round of interviews were taking place this evening. Expected that the job is going to either Connors, Don O'Riordan or Joe Boyle, with O'Riordan the firm favourite.

[ATFC-1887]

Jesus, surely Johnny Glynn should be the immediate choice after the miracle he worked with Mervue. The fittest team in the Division last season as well as the hardest to break down.

The 31 goals the conceded suggests the are the 3rd hardest to break down...

[Longfordian]

Tom King not too happy at Johnny Glynn not getting the Galway job judging from his Twitter! Could see him heading to Athlone, he's good enough to play Premier Division football.

[nigel-harps1954]

Tom King not too happy at Johnny Glynn not getting the Galway job judging from his Twitter! Could see him heading to Athlone, he's good enough to play Premier Division football.

I believe King is emigrating to Dubai in the new year with his missus.


Harps interviews concluded tonight. Board meeting over the weekend to decide, and manager to be announced next week.

[Longfordian]

Yeah I think I'd actually heard that before now that you mention it.

[Ezeikial]

Yeah I think I'd actually heard that before now that you mention it.

Its time there was a "WTF" button added to foot.ie

[A face]

Tommy Dunne expected to be announced as the new manager of GFC.

That will be a good signing, he'll do well there. He didn't end too well with City but i think he lost the dressing room a bit, that and Daryl Kavanagh, Kalen Spillane and a few more. Best of luck to him.

[Longfordian]

Its time there was a "WTF" button added to foot.ie

I meant to quote the bit about King moving to Dubai. I had been told he was but I'd forgotten.

[WoodquayBoy]

Alan Gough as Dunne's assistant at Galway FC - noooooooooooooo

[Acornvilla]

The dream team.

[Longfordian]

Alan Gough as Dunne's assistant at Galway FC - noooooooooooooo

Good luck with that.

[outspoken]

Alan Gough as Dunne's assistant at Galway FC - noooooooooooooo

Oh lord.

[fbtn]

No point in me bursting your bubble and to be fair I hope he doesnt get the gig. Interviews on today?? Decision made over the weekend? Hope it doesnt turn out to be true.

You know nothing mo chara.

You are just lashing out because nigel-harps1954 burnt you with the Stan Staunton remark.

Tell us who you think is going to get the job so we can get another laugh when you are wrong :)

[buttyk]

any sign off any players joining athlone now that cooke the manager

[cestlavie]

Tommy Dunne in at Galway is done deal after Staunton had to decline position midweek.

[KeepersBall]

Bring back Pat Byrne. A true legend of the dugout

[Captain2007]

Mod note:

Folks: revealing your own identity here is obviously fine- but revealing those of others, is not cool. Please don't do that. I'm looking at you KeepersBall.

Mr Mod, Bray forum was closed for a lot less then some of the content on this forum.:(

[Mr A]

This isn't the place to discuss such things- bring it up in the Support Forum or report posts if you want things reviewed.

[nigel-harps1954]

Sean Connor has withdrawn from the race to become Finn Harps manager.

[WoodquayBoy]

You lucky lucky b*******!!!

[gufcfan]

I hope it's Don, he could do great work in your neck of the woods.

[avvenalaf]

Sean Connor has withdrawn from the race to become Finn Harps manager.

No co-incidence that this happened on the evening when United left two points behind them in Cardiff. Moysie must be ****ting himself at this news.

[KeepersBall]

Was he under starters orders. Will rule 4 apply

[nigel-harps1954]

Harps manager to be decided by the board tonight. Supposedly 5 applicants still in the running. Press conference tomorrow to announce it.

[gufct]

Tommy Dunne confirmed as gfc manager according to connacht Tribune fb page.

[Martinho II]

saw in Irish indo today that if Shamrock Rovers get their 2nd team in 1st div for next season Martin Russell and Colin Hawkins are candidates to take over this position!

[prince20]

saw in Irish indo today that if Shamrock Rovers get their 2nd team in 1st div for next season Martin Russell and Colin Hawkins are candidates to take over this position!

Hawkins was appointed under 19 manager only last week so doubtful if he will get the B team gig

[Nah Nah Nah Nah]

I thought Shams would be let ditch their Under 19 team if they enter the reserves in the 1st division