Irish Abroad 2008/2009

[danonion]

Clinton Morrison scored against newcastle

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad for Tuesday, 26th August 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/dateDetails.xquery
Glenn Whelan (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=26767) opened his account for the new season
Noel Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=34469) scored from a Stephen Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=17143) cross, then Stephen Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=17143) scored from a Noel Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=34469) cross!
Billy Mehmet (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=34664) and Jon Daly (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=14662) both scored hat tricks
Graham Barrett (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=18804) made his first appearance of the season
Dave Mooney (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=49791) made his debut for Reading

[drummerboy]

Keith Treacy played a full game for Blackburn last night in the Carling Cup
Alan Judge came on as a 67 minute substitute in a 4-1 win.

Ince seems to be giving the young lads a chance.

[Sligo Hornet]

John Joe O'Toole came on as a late sub for Watford on Tuesday night (first appearance of the season) and scored a cracking winning goal in extra time.:)

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad for Wednesday, 27 August 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/dateDetails.xquery
Keith Treacy (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=44385) made his first start of the season
Alan Judge (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=49809) came on for his first appearance in the same game
John Rooney (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=48907) came off the bench for his first appearance of the season, after 2 unused substitute appearances

Incidentally, James Wallace (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=49717&seasonID=138)'s birthday is the 19 December 1991. More than a year AFTER Italia '90.

[FarBeag]

Three for Kevin Doyle this afternoon against Palace.Great to see him back on the score sheet.Lets hope it continues.

[irishultra]

That hat-trick came at such a good time for him.

Apparently the two Hunts were awesome.

[cheifo]

Another winning goal for John Joe at Watford.

[drummerboy]

Kevin Kilbane out of Ireland game with fractured cheekbone

[Irish_Praha]

That hat-trick came at such a good time for him.

Apparently the two Hunts were awesome.

Didn't see the game but from looking at the text ticker it looks like Doyle scored as soon as Hunt replaced Long. Coincidence?

[Wexford Delboy]

billy clarke wit 4 for darlington aswel

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad for Saturday, September 30th 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/dateDetails.xquery?seasonID=138&date=2008-08-30
Keith Andrews (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=17402) made his first appearance in the Premiership for Blackburn
Kevin Doyle (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=41354) opened his account for the season with a hat trick, his first in English football
Mark Yeates (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=35004) also got his first goals of the season, with a brace
Diarmuid O'Carroll (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=45983) scored two minutes after coming off the bench for Morecambe
Billy Clarke (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=41447) is the first Irish player to score four in a single game in some time!

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad statistics for August 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/august.xquery
Lee Carsley (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=1329) strengthens the case for his inclusion in the squad by winning more games than any other midfielder, along with Stephen Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=17143)
Graham Stack (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=29297) proves the worth of his move to Plymouth by starting more games in August than he did in 2007/2008 season!
Robbie Keane (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=11957) was substituted more than any other player
Andy Keogh (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=39039) was the most introduced substitute
Only one defender scored in August - Damien Delaney (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=23051) of QPR
Stephen Quinn (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=41911), JJ O'Toole (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=47180), Noel Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=34469) and Billy Clarke (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=41447) were the biggest talisman (talismen?) of the month, every time they scored, their team went on to win with two wins each

[Irish_Praha]

How's Doyle getting on at Birmingham this year?

[tetsujin1979]

How's Doyle getting on at Birmingham this year?
Pretty much the same as last season: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=38296
Taylor is still the no 1 choice keeper in the Championship games. Doyle did get a run out in the 2 league cup games, they beat Wycombe 4-0, and then lost to Southampton 2-0

[Stuttgart88]

Doyle has been on the bench in all the league games I think. He was on TV in Brum's Carling cup win over Wycombe(?), 4-0 I think and apparently made some very good saves when the game was still in the balance.

I hope Doyle gets his chance again and works hard. He's got a physique any keeper would kill for, very much in the James / Cech / Buffon mould.

Edit: oops, Tets beat me to it and was more accurate as usual too!

[Irish_Praha]

Thanks lads :)
At the end of the season before last I really though he was going to be the real deal. Pity it went so wrong at the start of last season but he is still very young, especially for a keeper, so he has time to come good again. He has the talent no doubt but consistency is what is required for a solid 'keeper.

[SaucyJack]

Loan move for Man City winger Donal McDermott to Milton Keynes

http://www.teamtalk.com/football/story/0,16368,1811_4131514,00.html

[tetsujin1979]

Sean Thornton gone on loan to Shrewsbury: http://www.leytonorient.premiumtv.co.uk/page/ProfilesDetail/0,,10439~14897,00.html

Missed this, Karl Moore is gone on loan to Millwall: http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11735_4065495,00.html

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad for Saturday, 13th September 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/dateDetails.xquery
Paul McShane (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=11080) made his first appearance of the season, on loan at Hull (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/teamDetails.xquery?teamID=1310)
Congratulations to Keith Andrews (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=17402) on making his first start in the Premiership, on his 28th birthday
Jonathan Walters (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=32939), Michael Spillane (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=43110), Jamie McCarthy (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=44290) Adam Rooney (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=43228) scored their first goals of the season
Donal McDermott (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=49913) made the debut appearance of his career, on loan at MK Dons

Also, Karl Moore has been added to the site: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=49842

[eirebhoy]

Good start for McShane.

Ireland looked class for Man City again. I have the lads in the pub convinced of his ability anyway (barstool CSC). ;)

/ I should say, Sheridan came on for the last 10 minutes for Celtic yesterday. He had a shot saved from a corner and towards the end he got the ball in the corner, he ran past the Motherwell player with ease into the box and took the shot. He should have passed to the waiting Samaras. But Strachan definitely rates him which leads me to believe he has a great football brain. He's only playing the game a few years.

[Manc Irish Wolf]

The Irish Wolves contingent are all flying high at the moment.

Kevin Foley in true Finnan/Irwin style is becoming mr consistent is without doubt the first defensive name on the teamsheet. Keeps it simple, gets up the line well and with a bit of premiership experience will be ready for the step up to International level.

Stephen Ward is the defying the boo booys with his committed displays and versatility. Currently playing left back and dare I say may have found his rightful position. Always good upfront, but is a bit too rough around the edges. However has earned rave reviews in his last two games at left back. Strong, fast and gets up the line really well crossing for our second. Could be a left back candidate in a couple of years if he keeps the run going - Evra started as a striker so funnier things have happened.

Andy Keogh started for the injured Iwulemo. Set up a goal and played well by all accounts. Problem is his lack of striking, as his creativity is quality. Moved to the left wing and Vokes came on to score two, so don't expect him to be vying for contention for one of the striking berths.

[dr_peepee]

Good start for McShane.

Ireland looked class for Man City again. I have the lads in the pub convinced of his ability anyway (barstool CSC). ;)

/ I should say, Sheridan came on for the last 10 minutes for Celtic yesterday. He had a shot saved from a corner and towards the end he got the ball in the corner, he ran past the Motherwell player with ease into the box and took the shot. He should have passed to the waiting Samaras. But Strachan definitely rates him which leads me to believe he has a great football brain. He's only playing the game a few years.

Did anyone see how McShane did??



Stephen Ward is the defying the boo booys with his committed displays and versatility. Currently playing left back and dare I say may have found his rightful position. Always good upfront, but is a bit too rough around the edges. However has earned rave reviews in his last two games at left back. Strong, fast and gets up the line really well crossing for our second. Could be a left back candidate in a couple of years if he keeps the run going - Evra started as a striker so funnier things have happened..

Good to hear that... Keep us posted on his progress there please.

[irishultra]

Garth Crooks, your man on BBC had him down on the subs bench in the team of the week. He obviously played well because there would be no reason for Crooks to pay attention to him.

[eirebhoy]

He got an 8/10 on the Sky Sports ratings. I think he played right back though.

[co. down green]

Another hat-trick for Kevin Doyle and 2 from Noel Hunt tonight.

Andy Keogh kept Wolves top of the Championship with his first of the season for Wolves and jay Tabb was also on the scoresheet for Coventry.

[eirebhoy]

Relegation may not be a bad thing for Doyle so.

[tetsujin1979]

Irish Abroad for Tuesday, 16 September 2008: http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/dateDetails.xquery
6 goals in 6 starts for Kevin Doyle (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=41354)
4 goals in 7 games for Noel Hunt (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=34469)
Andy Keogh (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=39039) got his first of the season
JJ O'Toole (http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroad/playerDetails.xquery?playerID=47180) scored his 3rd goal in 4 games this season

[tetsujin1979]

Some of the goals from last night's games: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=29P107H8
nice finish from Trundle!

[theworm2345]

Some of the goals from last night's games: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=29P107H8
nice finish from Trundle!

Thanks again tets, I tried to record SSN for these but my stream wasn't good enough here at school

[irishultra]

Jesus, Rowlands, Garvan and Quinn all scoring tonight.

[drummerboy]

Jesus, Rowlands, Garvan and Quinn all scoring tonight.

Who did Jesus score against.

[dr_peepee]

Who did Jesus score against.
I bet it was from a cross?

[Closed Account]

Nailed it from 10 yards.

[geysir]

Article (http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/606/A41071664) about "Fantastic Kevin Foley"

including the ultimate praise "Roy Keane is a big fan" :rolleyes:

[eirebhoy]

Treacy starts for Blackburn against Fulham today. Andrews starts too. I'm presuming Reid is injured.

[tetsujin1979]

Treacy starts for Blackburn against Fulham today. Andrews starts too. I'm presuming Reid is injured.

From the team news from the game on Rovers' official site: http://www.rovers.premiumtv.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10303~1397943,00.html

With Steven Reid struggling with an injury, Keith Treacy comes in for his first Premier League start.

[eirebhoy]

2 excellent passes by Ireland today for 2 of Man City's goals:

http://rapidshare.com/files/147173506/Robinho_3-0.avi
http://rapidshare.com/files/147173972/Shaun_4-0.avi

He was superb by all reports.

[Manc Irish Wolf]

Went to the Wolves v Preston game yesterday, so thought I'd update the latest on the Irish Boys on show:

Kevin Foley - Mr dependable never looked phased. Gets up the line brilliantly and his overlapping with Kightly on our Right Wing has been a major reason for our success this season. Very comfortable on the ball and always looking to pass and move. A few stray passes but on overall performance 7 out of 10. Personally, think he's ahead of Kelly as our right back for the future.

Stephen Ward - Another accomplished performance at Left Back and appears to be growing in confidence. Not massively tested but quick and strong resulting in their right winger getting subbed. First and foremost he is proving to be a very good all round footballer with a good range of passing and lively game full of energy overlapping down the wing and providing useful crosses. Slowly becoming a fans favourite for his adaptability and self-belief in the face of abuse from some quarters.

Andy Keogh - Came on and looks to be back to his best. Plenty of running down the channels and intelligent runs creating space for others. Cleverly set kightly up for the cross for Iwulumo's 2nd and played kightly in with a clever interchange under pressure for our penalty. Still needs to fill out and build his overall presence upfront, however after setting up one and scoring midweek playing on the left wing is proving to be a tricky player who can play upfront or on either wing and has pace to burn. Iwulemo is out for 3 games (bar getting the card rescinded) so should get a run in the team.

Sean St Ledger - Steady at the back, however was eventually overpowered by Iwulemo, although Mawene was more at fault for the three goals. Slightly small for a centrehalf (or so it seems) and was not as commanding as our back line. Preston fans that I talked too after the game raved about him though and said that he is equally adept as a left back, which could be a more attractive proposition for our perspective.

Super Mick McCarthy - Great to hear the fans singing his name again. Has got us playing absolutely brilliant free-flowing attacking football. Have read some utter rubbish on eleven-a-side by posters slating his style of play and man-management however can defintely say that this is the closest I have seen to us playing total football down the Wolves with interconnecting free-flowing passing football which was simply too good for Preston. The spirit in the team is quality and his assurance that no one is bigger than the team (such as Freddie Eastwood) is paying dividends. With an average of 3 goals a game and a +14 goal difference after 7 games from a team with an average age of 22 that has essentially been fashioned from young aspiring players coming up from the lower divisions it is simply too good to be true. He was knocked during the latter days of his tenure for Ireland, possibly harshly in retrospect, however looking back he was a relatively inexperienced manager who has since learnt a great deal which we are thankfully benefitting from. If his name was thrown into the hat in 2-4 years time after Old Trapp calls it a day, I definitely think that we would be getting a better manager than before and would certainly have my backing.

[zackmorris]

Does anyone know how Michael Collins and Conor Mccormack are getting on at Triestina?

[bwagner]

Lads what about Wayne Henderson

[Paddy Garcia]

Michael O'Connor scored - is he anywhere near any of the underage squads ?

[zackmorris]

Not really as he is back playing for the North.

[Supreme feet]

Not looking good for Darron Gibson - thought for sure he'd figure in United's Carling Cup plans and get a bit of competitive game time, given his good pre-season form. He's only on the bench, with Possebon selected ahead of him. Probably needs a move, whether permanent or on loan.

[Paddy Garcia]

Oh - I get a bit dizzy with those boys jumping back and forth.

[co. down green]

Not looking good for Darron Gibson - thought for sure he'd figure in United's Carling Cup plans and get a bit of competitive game time, given his good pre-season form. He's only on the bench, with Possebon selected ahead of him. Probably needs a move, whether permanent or on loan.

Gibson (http://www.manutd.com/default.sps?pagegid=%7BB4CEE8FA%2D9A47%2D47BC%2DB0 69%2D3F7A2F35DB70%7D&newsid=6618968) played the last 20 minutes after replacing Possebon, who got nailed by Pogatetz.

Needs to get out on loan, at least.

Two late goals from Stokes tonight and then missed a penalty in the shoot-out ,but Sunderland go through.

[NeilMcD]

Now there's a man who needs a confidence builder like that.
Missed a penalty in the shoot out, Reid and Murphy scored in the shootout. Stokes is good at scoring against weaker opposition.

[finnpark]

Murphy is a class act. Sunderland always do well when he plays. He has got it all and should be on for Eire

[tetsujin1979]

Murphy is a class act. Sunderland always do well when he plays. He has got it all and should be on for Eire
What is your obsession with Murphy? Stokes did more in the 12 minutes after he came on than Murphy did in the whole 90!
Also, Andy Reid got the assist on both goals, from a free and a corner.

[theworm2345]

Murphy is a class act. Sunderland always do well when he plays. He has got it all and should be on for Eire


What is your obsession with Murphy? Stokes did more in the 12 after he came on than Murphy did in the whole 90 minutes!
Also, Andy Reid got the assist on both goals, from a free and a corner.
I identify with you finnpark, don't worry what everyone else says (except me ;)) they're all stupid, we're the smart ones ;):p (though I don't agree about Murphy). You seem to be slightly more delusional than me though, I've never said YouKnowWho has it all and that Sunderland do well whenever he plays.

P.S. I didn't mention the name so please no arguments