Andy Keogh (F Perth Glory b.1986)

[OwlsFan]

Heard a rumour he's gone to Bristol City. Alas I never really rated him and he may have now found his level :(

[Kingdom]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/b/bristol_city/9458160.stm


Bristol City's on-loan forward Andy Keogh has returned to parent club Wolves for treatment on a back injury.

And the Robins will not be looking to bring the 24-year-old Republic of Ireland international back to Ashton Gate on a permanent deal in the summer.

City have not given an indication of whether Keogh could return to the club for the end of the season.

"When you look at the types of forward we've got he's quite similar," boss Keith Millen told BBC Radio Bristol.

"I'm looking to get a balance to the squad and have different options in different areas."

Keogh arrived at the Championship club in January and has scored one goal in his nine games.

his career seems to be in limbo. Unlike Owlsfan, I do rate him, think he's a decent talent that has floundered somewhat.

[drummerboy]

Reckon with a manager who believes in him he would be a quality championship striker. Not sure if he will ever make it in the premiership but who knows, he still has a bit of time on his side.

[Stuttgart88]

I like him too, but reckon he's one of those guys who'll always call heads when tails comes up

[AlaskaFox]

Scored v Brighton. Trap was right all along.

[paul_oshea]

Trap got it right again.

[TrapAPony]

Even though Leon Best is omitted and he is scoring in the Premiership. I suppose it doesn't matter whether Keogh is there anyway as one would expect him to be one of the 4 culled from the original squad.

[SwanVsDalton]

Poor Andy - gets nothing but stick and no one stops to mention he scored quite a lovely volley for Leeds on Saturday. Can't get a video to link, but you can check it out on the Beeb (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/15319670.stm). Darren O'Dea got the winner as well.

Some kind words for Keogh in the Football 365 write up (http://www.football365.com/match/3407864/report) too.

[tetsujin1979]

I make that 3 goals in three games?

[tetsujin1979]

it's now four in six games for Keogh. Some record since moving to millwall!

[Carrigaline]

http://www.herald.ie/sport/soccer/keoghs-euro-mission-3079538.html

HE'S GONE from being the favoured son to the forgotten one.
Andy Keogh, despite an excellent run of form with Millwall in the Championship, is not expected to make it into the Ireland squad for the Euro 2012 finals, even though he was there at the start of the campaign (he played in three of the first four Euro 2012 qualifiers). Indeed, he was there when the whole Trapattoni regime took hold (Keogh had the honour of scoring Ireland's first goal under the Italian, against Serbia back in 2008).
The 25-year-old maintains that exclusion from the final 23 for the finals in Poland, just like his significant omission from the 24-man squad for the recent friendly against the Czech Republic, would be hard to take.
But Keogh, who won the last of his 22 senior caps against Croatia last August, is praying that the door to Poland is not closed in his face just yet.
"I have to hope that the door is still open and keep doing what I have been doing since I went to Millwall. I have been scoring goals and playing well for the club and some people have noticed that, but I can't do any more in terms of Ireland," Keogh told the Evening Herald.
"I wasn't in for the last game against the Czechs, you don't get told that you're in or not in it. You just see the squad and see if your name's there or not.
"It was disappointing at the time, but I just got my head down, told myself to just play the best football I could and see what happens. I'm happy with how I reacted to things and hopefully everything else will look after itself.
DECISION
"If the Ireland manager wants me for the squad I know in my heart that I am on form, but if he doesn't want me I'll wish him and the rest of the squad well. It's his decision, and it's what he's paid for, to make these calls," added Keogh, who is unaware if the Ireland management team -- especially the London-based Marco Tardelli -- have been to see him in the flesh.
"I don't know if the FAI have been to the games, probably not as Millwall are not one of the big guns. I'd like to think that someone has been watching as I have been playing well, you never know.
"I always knew that if I got a permanent move away from Wolves I could get into my stride. My form has been good, I am scoring goals and that's all I can do. I can't do any more to impress the Ireland manager.
"It was always my dream to play for my country. I feel the same if it's my first cap or my 20th. I love every chance I get to play for Ireland, I am a proper Irishman and playing for my country means so much to me. I can never give up hope or say 'I'll never get a chance again'."
Nervous
There is a nervous few weeks ahead for a batch of Irish players, as it will be clear within the next month what 23 players Trapattoni plans to take to Poland. The manager has already stated that the squad he picks for the friendly against Bosnia will, barring injury, be the same squad which will fly out to Poland for the finals, via a training camp in Italy and a friendly away to Hungary.
Players like James McClean, James McCarthy and Seamus Coleman are borderline cases, but at least they stand a chance of making it into the final 23.
For older servants like Keogh, Paul McShane, Liam Lawrence, Damien Delaney and Wes Hoolahan, the fact that they didn't make it into a 24-man squad against the Czech Republic in February says it all.
It's odd, then, that Keogh is now unable to get into the Ireland squad at a time when his club career is flying, whereas in the past he was included by Trapattoni when he was struggling with his club, Wolves, or on one of his many loan spells away from that club.
For Keogh, that decision to leave Premier League side Wolves and join Millwall in January on a permanent deal has paid off.
"It's going well. I've scored six goals now and overall I am pleased with my form and what I have done. We're pulling away from the relegation zone and that's one of the reasons why I came to the club, to help Millwall get out of trouble and further up the table and thankfully we're doing that now," he says.
It's a sign of Keogh's form that he's second top scorer at the club -- but it's also a sign of how bad they have been this season that he is their second-highest scorer even though he's only been there for less than half a season.
Brilliant
"I've only played 13 or so games but I think I've done well in them all and it looks like we're staying up now. All that counts is the club avoiding relegation.
"The manager here has been brilliant with me. He's shown a lot of faith in me and given me a lot of responsibility and I appreciate all that he's done for me," added Keogh.
"I needed something new in my career.
"I needed someone that believed in me, I needed a club that wanted me and Millwall were the ones who showed me that.
"I know I dropped down a division by leaving Wolves and it could be said that I dropped down in stature in terms of the club's name, but I know that this was absolutely the right move for me."
Keogh admits that his confidence had dipped during some hard times recently but the London move has led to a rebirth.
"Any manager who believes in you will give you confidence, and then when the goals come, you just go from strength to strength," says Keogh.
"So it's all going to plan on the club side of things as Millwall are very close to safety now -- there's just that matter of non-involvement in the Euros in June.
Last week, another one of Ireland's forgotten men -- Norwich star Wes Hoolahan -- told this newspaper that he was planning to go to Euro 2012 as a regular punter, the whole campervan deal with his mates, if he fails to make it into the squad, but that's not for Keogh.
GUTTED
"I'd find it hard to take, not being in the squad," he says. "I'd be so gutted from not making the squad that I don't think I could handle being there as a fan.
"I'll support the team and support the lads.
"Ever since I could kick a ball I dreamed about playing for Ireland. A lot of time and commitment has been given to the cause.
"I'd watch the games but I'd try to get away from it all, recharge the batteries for next season and make sure that this never happens to me again."

[Stuttgart88]

He comes across as a likeable guy, always has, but what's a "proper Irishman" and is there an insinuation that there are any non-proper Irishmen likely to take his place? A dig at Cox?

This squad is about as "properly Irish" as any in my lifetime. Many people's first XI would all be Irish-born. I'm not sure that has ever been the case since I've had an interest in the team.


Anyway, that's just a digression. I think the plain truth is that Keogh just isn't deserving of a squad place on merit. When he was originally called up the reserve striker roles were up for grabs. Others have comprehensively laid claim to those now and Keogh was always a fish out of water out wide. He had a good run while it lasted.

[Yard of Pace]

He comes across as a likeable guy, always has, but what's a "proper Irishman" and is there an insinuation that there are any non-proper Irishmen likely to take his place? A dig at Cox?.

Hmmm, I didn't take that from it, Stutts. I think he just meant he's a "proper Irishman" as in patriotic and playing for Ireland means a huge amount to him. I don't think it's a pop at any other squad member, just similar to what McShane said last year about being a die-hard. Two lads the same as most of us on here, I suppose.

Keogh's had a good run and I think he's a good player who was unlucky to have been considered a winger for some reason. He's only 25 so he'll have other chances. We've a wealth of forwards right now but who knows what we'll have in 2 or 4 years time and he'll be still young enough then. And I reckon he'll still be scoring goals too. I remember talking to a Scunthorpe fan in Mulligans last summer for about 2 hours and he was almost tearful that the partnership of Keogh and Billy Sharp was no more, reckoned it was one of the best in Scunthorpe's history. He really rated Keogh.

[SwanVsDalton]

To be fair to Andy, he does appear to be in very decent form currently. It won't be enough for the Euros but good on him, has proved a very useful signing for Kenny Jackett.

[SkStu]

To be fair to Andy, he does appear to be in very decent form currently. It won't be enough for the Euros but good on him, has proved a very useful signing for Kenny Jackett.

lets hope Andy doesnt get a red card-again.

sorry...

[paul_oshea]

lets hope Andy doesnt get a red card-again.

sorry...


Id like to pullover you on that one, but thanks for noticing.

[Charlie Darwin]

Another goal for Andy Key-oh after 3 minutes, single-handedly keeping Milwall in the Championship at this stage.

[seanfhear]

Another goal for Andy Key-oh after 3 minutes, single-handedly keeping Milwall in the Championship at this stage.This move has worked very well for Andy. Its great to see.

[tricky_colour]

Id like to pullover you on that one, but thanks for noticing.

A mental jump a bit beyond me initially but I got it in the end when I read your comment.

[Charlie Darwin]

Scored again to put Milwall 1-0 up against playoff-bound Blackpool. 1-1 now.

[Olé Olé]

Has anyone else noticed how many times Keogh states in that article that he's "on form", "going well", "done well" or has been "scoring goals"? It's like he's verbally pinching himself in the arm over and over to reassure himself he actually is doing well. And in fairness to him, he must be thinking how he could get in the squad when he wasn't scoring goals and now that he's on a run he's unlikely to get called up.

Keogh does seem a genuine chap and the comments about his commitment to playing for Ireland are great to see. Hopefully next season he can show some good goalscoring form over the course of a full season. 10 goals since January is a good return. Maybe it's not out of the equation that a promoted side will acquire him for next season, but it does seem unlikely.

[Charlie Darwin]

Key-O just scored Milwall's second in the early kick off at Middlesbrough.

[Charlie Darwin]

Just put his second in to seal it for Milwall, 3-1.

[Carrigaline]

Have to say, I thought Andy Keogh was fantastic for Millwall today. Massive work rate and some nice finishing.

[theworm2345]

Have to say, I thought Andy Keogh was fantastic for Millwall today. Massive work rate and some nice finishing.
Heard on The Football League Show he's scored 12 in 23 games...knew he was doing well but didn't realize it was that well. Maybe Trap was on to something.

[Irish_Praha]

Heard on The Football League Show he's scored 12 in 23 games...knew he was doing well but didn't realize it was that well. Maybe Trap was on to something.

So he scored them all playing on the wing then did he? :p

[SwanVsDalton]

Just thought everyone should know, leaving the Aviva last night I overheard two separate people swear blind Andy should've started.

The 'flavour of the month' gets increasingly surreal.

[TrapAPony]

Don't care if he scored. He shouldn't be in the squad. Hopefully he will be known as the guy that scored in Trapattoni's first game and last game in charge

[Grafter]

Mr Keogh and his delusions of grandeur? Hope it doesn't offend Trap, we can scarcely afford to lose a player of such footballing intelligence:rolleyes:

http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/keogh-i-was-angry-at-trap-over-euros-axe-29295252.html

[Charlie Darwin]

I don't really see what's wrong with that. Keogh thought he was in good form, was scoring goals at the same level as others in the squad, could cover a couple of positions and had been part of Trap's squads since he took over. Instead of complaining he put his head down and has worked his way back into the manager's plans.

[Grafter]

I don't really see what's wrong with that. Keogh thought he was in good form, was scoring goals at the same level as others in the squad, could cover a couple of positions and had been part of Trap's squads since he took over. Instead of complaining he put his head down and has worked his way back into the manager's plans.

Isn't he having a bit of a "delayed" moan there though? He'd be better off zipping it full stop and be thankful for the generous breaks Trap has given him since 2008 IMO!

[Charlie Darwin]

He's hardly moaning. It looks like he was asked a question and he answered the question respectfully.

[Fixer82]

He's hardly moaning. It looks like he was asked a question and he answered the question respectfully.
Yip, I agree

[Charlie Darwin]

Equalised for Milwall at Sheffield Wednesday with a late penalty

[KK77]

Why he feels the need to go on twitter and say what he said is beyond me. He's been left out of the squad and that should be the end of it. If he has a problem take it up with Trap instead of putting it up on twitter knowing fine well he would get a reaction and get it into the media who low and behold are looking to attack Trap at any given opportunity. He'd be better off getting his head down and trying even harder to get back into the squad. I see Darren Gibson has now got involved and Keoghs wife responding on twitter saying he played when they had lost their child. I feel it's getting silly now and they are both showing a serious lack of maturity.

[Grafter]

I have one question to ask. Trap's squads are full of "ugly ducklings" that the general public struggles to warm to yet most you can see the qualities that merited their place in the squad e.g.:

Cox: decent technique, McShane: wholeheartedness and personality etc....

Could someone tell me Andy Keogh's biggest attribute on a football field? I've struggled to pinpoint where he excels. Thanks in advance.

[OwlsFan]

Equalised for Milwall at Sheffield Wednesday with a late penalty

Did you have to mention that ? Madden is in instead of him. Sure he has always turned up when requested but so has just about everyone else in that squad. How far should loyalty go? Never change the squad which has been a failing of Trap in the past?

Bite you lip (or tie your tweet fingers) and wait for the next call up.

[zero]

I have one question to ask. Trap's squads are full of "ugly ducklings" that the general public struggles to warm to yet most you can see the qualities that merited their place in the squad e.g.:

Cox: decent technique, McShane: wholeheartedness and personality etc....

Could someone tell me Andy Keogh's biggest attribute on a football field? I've struggled to pinpoint where he excels. Thanks in advance.

he's fairly quick, plus he's quite tall. he has a 'good engine' (i.e. he runs around a lot) and is a decent enough finisher by championship standards.

[DannyInvincible]

"Tony O'Donoghue assesses Andy Keogh's twitter claims that Trapattoni has 'no loyalty'": http://www.rte.ie/sport/player/813/470540/

I hadn't been aware that Gibson was a room-mate of Keogh's.

[Grafter]

Hypothetical question: if Keogh was Northern Irish would he be a regular starter in Northern Irish team e.g. last game against Russia.

[Charlie Darwin]

I'm sure he would be. There's an unwritten rule that ridiculous bleached hair is an automatic starting spot for Norn Iron.

[geysir]

Andy's a skinhead since he went all Milwall.
'Where's me fckin sms Trap, like'?

[Charlie Darwin]

Andy's a skinhead since he went all Milwall.
'Where's me fckin sms Trap, like'?
Woah, I got chills there. Settle down, geysir, we don't want no trouble.

[geysir]

He ain't the Milkybar Kid no more.

[Grafter]

He ain't the Milkybar Kid no more.

No shortage of torso pics of him on his twitter... funny that he may have his six pack but still looks scrawny and lightweight...

[KK77]

"Tony O'Donoghue assesses Andy Keogh's twitter claims that Trapattoni has 'no loyalty'": http://www.rte.ie/sport/player/813/470540/

I hadn't been aware that Gibson was a room-mate of Keogh's.

Yes a close friend. All very funny him popping up on twitter asking why then responding to a tweet about him and Keogh being fairly unskillful players by asking him what he did for a living. Embarrassing tweet from Gibson and only shows yet again how far detached players are from the working man/supporter. I see Keogh’s wife is also getting involved by saying he showed up when they lost a baby last year. It’s incredible that she would bring that into at all. He goes on about loyalty yet has no problem putting the tweet out knowing the media would latch onto it and use it against Trap and all in the build up to two hugely important games. What about loyalty to his fellow team mates, supporters and country. It seems to me he needs to grow up.

[DannyInvincible]

Yes a close friend. All very funny him popping up on twitter asking why then responding to a tweet about him and Keogh being fairly unskillful players by asking him what he did for a living. Embarrassing tweet from Gibson and only shows yet again how far detached players are from the working man/supporter. I see Keogh’s wife is also getting involved by saying he showed up when they lost a baby last year. It’s incredible that she would bring that into at all. He goes on about loyalty yet has no problem putting the tweet out knowing the media would latch onto it and use it against Trap and all in the build up to two hugely important games. What about loyalty to his fellow team mates, supporters and country. It seems to me he needs to grow up.

All very courteous behaviour indeed...

I'm glad loyalty isn't colouring our squad selections. Players should be there on merit.

[Irwin3]

Yes a close friend. All very funny him popping up on twitter asking why then responding to a tweet about him and Keogh being fairly unskillful players by asking him what he did for a living. Embarrassing tweet from Gibson and only shows yet again how far detached players are from the working man/supporter. I see Keogh’s wife is also getting involved by saying he showed up when they lost a baby last year. It’s incredible that she would bring that into at all. He goes on about loyalty yet has no problem putting the tweet out knowing the media would latch onto it and use it against Trap and all in the build up to two hugely important games. What about loyalty to his fellow team mates, supporters and country. It seems to me he needs to grow up.

That's one way of putting it. The actual tweet went like this "both of ya's are as exciting as ****ein in a field"...

You'd like to think our millionaire footballers would find something better to do with their time than to respond to such comments but then if anything these kind of responses show how similar they are to the "working man/supporter". Both engage in petty, futile exchanges of 'banter' on social media. My advice to Gibbo would be to get a new hobby.

[KK77]

That's one way of putting it. The actual tweet went like this "both of ya's are as exciting as ****ein in a field"...

You'd like to think our millionaire footballers would find something better to do with their time than to respond to such comments but then if anything these kind of responses show how similar they are to the "working man/supporter". Both engage in petty, futile exchanges of 'banter' on social media. My advice to Gibbo would be to get a new hobby.

Yes that's what was said. No need for the reply he made all the same. Yes find something new to do or grow up.

[Grafter]

It's a bit of a spectacular fall from grace that the man who dominated Irish sports headlines at the beginning of the week because of his "unloyal omission" was an unused Millwall sub versus Brighton in the Championship yesterday:rolleyes: