Questions for Kerr and Given

[TerryPhelan]

Right lads, time to channel all these doubts and worries towards the right people: Eircom and the FAI website are hosting a webchat for an hour on Saturday 4th September, with Brian Kerr and Shay Given answering questions. I'm stumped at what to ask!

Here's the address anyway:
http://home.eircom.net/javascript/Ewishes/france/chat.jsp

[eirebhoy]

That should be Sunday 4th September. :) While I look forward to this, I don't think its a good idea for Kerr to take it on. Judging by the comments about Kerr since the Israel match I can only imagine what he's going to be asked.

[thejollyrodger]

I think its a good idea that Kerr wants to hear what the real fans think. Im going to think of 5 really good questions for Kerr. Im not going to have a go at Kerr though. I dont think anyone should.

[Green Tribe]

This is great, aye be civilised and give him some good advice; i.e tell him to read foot.ie! :D

[joema]

What about asking Brian and Shay to encourage every Irish fan to bring a scarf to the game through the media? It would look very impressive if everyone could hold their scarf up above their head for the national anthem. Brian usually makes an effort at adressing the fans through the media before home games.

[thejollyrodger]

well lads can you think of any questions ?

[Superhoops]

....It would look very impressive if everyone could hold their scarf up above their head for the national anthem....
I don't think so. The English do this for GSTQ. I have a bit more respect for my national anthem.

[JimmyP]

While I look forward to this, I don't think its a good idea for Kerr to take it on. Judging by the comments about Kerr since the Israel match I can only imagine what he's going to be asked.

I'd imagine there'd be a moderator there, through whom the questions would pass - saves them being put on the spot awkwardly.

[joema]

I don't think so. The English do this for GSTQ. I have a bit more respect for my national anthem.

I can see where you are coming from but we have a bit more class than the English :D and it looked very impressive when the Portugal fans did it at euro 2004 btw how do you see it as disrespectful?

[Green Tribe]

I don't think so. The English do this for GSTQ. I have a bit more respect for my national anthem.

English fans also do a lot of other things for GSTQ :rolleyes: I think we are unique and confident enough of having special status as Irish fans to create our own style, scarves or no scarves. I think it is a good idea ....

[blobbyblob]

English fans also do a lot of other things for GSTQ :rolleyes: I think we are unique and confident enough of having special status as Irish fans to create our own style, scarves or no scarves. I think it is a good idea ....

For the last game v Italy we brought our usual flag along...big jobbie...about 20ft x 8ft. Our regular routine is to raise it over the heads of fans on the south terrace during the national anthem so that the team can see it when they turn to face the flag. Usually no problem and those surrounding us see the spirit that it intended in.

This time, the reception was far from amicable. Far fom refusing to hold up the flag, we were asked to lower it completely, move out of the way, that they cant see, this that and the other. What ****ed me off completely was the fact that these "more nationalist than thou" failed to recognise that you are supposed to face your national flag during the anthem which was 180 degrees away from their line of sight. Ruined my night anyway. Wasnt til the dodgy mic incident at half time that i relaxed after it

Im still ****ed right off about the whole thing. Next week, we'll be there with the flag again. Raising it higher this time, not to hinder anyones line of vision which once again will be behind them if they are facing their flag, but to show solidarity with the 11 men on the field which will represent our nation and in the hope that our brief gesture might stir the emotions of even one of those men to play better than hes ever done in his life before.

So bring your flags, bring your scarves and bring your celtic tops, bring whatever. Do what you feel nessesary to add to what could be one of the greatest days in Irish sporting history and fupp the begrudgers.

[Metrostars]

I went to a US qualifier last month and they had this big ass flag (I was under it somewhere):
http://photos.matchnight.com/gallery%2FBiscaia%2F081705USATrinidad%2FGV3B5829SA rmy%2Ejpg

[boysingreen]

Not to sidetrack the thread but see in that picture a US flag with a union jack on it. Never thought I'd see the like.

I don't follow the USMNT that closely, but it seems to me that the one team on the planet they'd most love to beat is England.

[Metrostars]

Not to sidetrack the thread but see in that picture a US flag with a union jack on it. Never thought I'd see the like.

I don't follow the USMNT that closely, but it seems to me that the one team on the planet they'd most love to beat is England.

I dont know why anyone would put a union jack with the US flag.

As for beating England, the US have done it before:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport3/worldcup2002/hi/history/newsid_1749000/1749379.stm

[tricky_colour]

well lads can you think of any questions ?


How about something original like:-

"Do you think we will qualify?" :D

[thejollyrodger]

How about something original like:-

"Do you think we will qualify?" :D

Good work tricky :ball:

and..

" Are the French team good Brian ? "

[TerryPhelan]

That should be Sunday 4th September. :) While I look forward to this, I don't think its a good idea for Kerr to take it on. Judging by the comments about Kerr since the Israel match I can only imagine what he's going to be asked.

Feck - as soon as I posted the thread I went on and asked Kerr what he thought it was that allowed us to drop a 2-0 lead against Israel at home. In hindsight, I hope the moderator intercepts it; I don't want any negativity to affect Kerr's thinking for the France game than there already is!!! (but I am ever so humbly presuming he wouldn't take the opinions of one Terry Phelan to heart).

Just wanted an answer from the man himself, to a question I think he has never really addressed, or just dismissed as 6 minutes of madness. Not to crack open the whole Israel chestnut again, but I thought this psychological weakness was something that ran a bit deeper in the new 'Kerr's team' mentality...

[Stuttgart88]

Can we keep the thread on topic pls? What the **** does GSTQ have to do with an internet Q&A session with the Irish manager?

Terry, I think your question is a fair one. I wouldn't worry about negativity creeping in. If a Q&A forum like that is to be of any interest to the likes of us then you've got to have some probing, but fair, questions.

If I had a private audience with Brian Kerr I'd like to ask:

Exactly what role does Chris Hughton play in assisting in tactics, substitutions & selection?

Would you like to see the re-introduction of B internationals? Is it feasible?

What were the positives & negatives of the 4-5-1 we used against Italy? What alterations would you make within this shape if you were to use it again?

Do you agree that playing Damien Duff upfront is detrimental to the team?

Where do you see the long-term future of John O'Shea?

Will Liam Miller ever get his career back on track? How? Can he be a key player for us in future?

How do you think this team has progressed ON THE PITCH since WC02?

What are the current team's strengths & what instructions do you give to make sure they're played to?

Is it necessary to pick 3 'keepers every squad, especially if the 3rd spot isn't being used to blood a youngster?

If you were allowed to strengthen the team with one hypothetical "transfer", who would you buy, or at least in what position?

Is it fair to ask questions at Press Conferences such as why certain players are in or are out of the squad?

What do you say to people like Paul Doyle of The Guardian?

3 years ago, would you have been happy to have been appointed deputy manager to an experienced international manager, with a view to taking the full reigns later?

Do you ever read foot.ie? What do you think of that Stuttgart88 bloke? Who speaks most sense? Who's the biggest wnaker?

[tetsujin1979]

I'd like to know if he keeps abreast of the current fan opinions of the team and management setup in the fanbase (be it internet / media / bloke in the pub) and does it affect how he picks the side, or the players in the squad.

[wallis]

Nice one Stutgart.

As someone mentioned earlier I wouldnt like to have anyone ask a question thats negative or detrimental. We will be three days away from our biggest game since WC2002, asking questions about the 2-0 lead against Israel is totally pointless at this juncture in my opinion. (not knocking your question TP , just wonder about the timing).

If this goes well perhaps they would be encouraged to do it again - why rock the boat ? It would be nice if they were to have another discussion at the end of the campaign regardless of how it turns out where we could put that sort of question to him.

I would like to know his feelings about us having a new stadium and whether he could give us an insight as to why it is such a mess to organise. Id rather hear his view than the 'its not our fault' versions from all the other parties.

I hope he gets the 4-5-1 question as I think its a good formation.

Does he have a log in for foot.ie and other forums ?? Does he put his opinions up for a laugh and just sees what the reaction is ? (we have no chance of winning , they are a much better team..etc) :)

[NeilMcD]

I hope he does not read foot.ie or take on board what is said on it.

[geysir]

If a Q&A forum like that is to be of any interest to the likes of us then you've got to have some probing, but fair, questions.
If I had a private audience with Brian Kerr I'd like to ask:
Do you ever read foot.ie? What do you think of that Stuttgart88 bloke? Who speaks most sense? Who's the biggest wnaker?
Brian Kerr reply
Yes I go browsing there the odd day. If I was to read all of what Stuttgart 88 has to write about me, Ireland, every player past present and future I wouldnt have time to work on my hobby horse at the moment, which is formations.
He is in his own words "a bit slow on the uptake" especially when he claimed that I have an "inability to cope with enforced subs".
But in saying he has shown promise and was the only one to recognize and be perfectly happy with what I was trying to do in the last friendly

[Stuttgart88]

Thanks Brian. Points taken.

[tetsujin1979]

I'd also like to know how Brian sees the team developing over the next 3 years (i.e. over the next qualifying series) from a tactical and formations perspective - will we be sticking with the tried and trusted 4-4-2 or start following the trends at club level to use a 4-5-1 or 4-3-3. Also, it's accepted that there are always retirements from the senior side following a qualifying series/major tournament, so who does he see as progressing into the starting XI (or just the squad) in that timeframe to replace those that do retire, and does he have any idea what roles they will fill, e.g. Glen Whelan as holding midfielder or box-to-box type player, would playing Stephen Kelly at left full allow O'Shea to move into midfield, etc?

[sligoman]

i.e tell him to read foot.ie! :DI agree actually. I think all managers should read what the fans have to say about them and the team ;)

[sligoman]

wtf is going on? It's nearly 10 past 6 and still no sign. FAI :rolleyes: :mad:

[Sliogán Dóite]

Try downloading the java software from the link at the bottom of the page.

[oconghc2]

brians part is finito!! pathetic q&a session!
fairly pointless if you ask me!

[Sliogán Dóite]

Shay Given isn't even on it yet. He hasn't logged on!

EDIT - he's on now. Did anyone have their question asked?

[sligoman]

Such a ball of crap this is. Once again the FAI have managed a masterpiece :rolleyes:

EDIT: A question about the Michael Owen signing been asked, ffs what has this to do with Ireland or the France game :confused:

[sligoman]

I just asked do you think the FAI are a joke. Cant see them showing that either :D

[TerryPhelan]

Shay just answered one of my 10 questions!!

Do you practise penalties, or do you view it more as something best judged on the moment?
<Shay Given> I do practice penalties. You try and watch videos of penalty-takers as well, to help you. The advantage is definitely with the taker, and not the goalkeepr.

Evidence (Spain, Israel) would exist to contradict him, unfortunately!!!

[thejollyrodger]

i missed the whole thing, sounds like i didnt miss much anyways. I sent a message to Roy keane saying thanks for all his contribution to irish soccer and I hope he has a good game wednesday.