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How's it going to be weird? All his family are from Wicklow.
its great news. Ive seen alot of him this season and hes going to be a great addition to our team.
Not keen on Nolan.
Hi Trap,Quote:
Originally Posted by TrapAPony
What I mean is that he has already played for England. Me wonders what his offical statement is going to be.
Also, what do you mean by 'all' ? Are both his parents from Ireland? Im sorry, I honestly dont know
Someone said on the YBIG forum that his uncle played for the Republic. Can someone shed some light on this please?
Dont worry, Nolan is not coming.Quote:
Originally Posted by SkStu
Our Jamie in the wars at Pompey.....at least he came out best. Didn't know his lack sorry fiancee was Danielle Llyod.....lucky boy
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...und-melee.html
I thought his dad was from Magherafelt? And is Grandad was from the republic somewhere? No?Quote:
Originally Posted by Deckydee
Aargh!! He's part of the Warrior Nation now!!..Quote:
Originally Posted by greendeiseboy
that's a one warrior nation doc!
That stupid, racist, cheating (in competition and relationships) village bicycle - Don't allow him in until he loses that baggageQuote:
Originally Posted by greendeiseboy
http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...n-2085196.html
.............."Everyone wants to play at the best level possible," adds Wilson, who hinted that Pompey team-mate Jamie O'Hara will join him in the Irish fold after discussions with FAI representatives.
OHara would be strong in midfield
Just watched an interview with O Hara on Soccer Saturday on Sky. Said hes honoured to be linked with us but is going to wait until after the World Cup to make a decision because alot of the England players are in the later part of their career and he would like to think hes good enough to be considered as part of the new generation. Said he definately wants to play international football and because he has already played for England that would be his first preference.
First time Ive heard him interviewed and comes across as a decent fella
lol so here a lad who definetly won't be called up is still waiting to play for england...like fair play to him for being straight about it but thats a joke really.
Disappointing but at least he's being straight. Seems to be saying the right things in order to keep his options open (according to what Razor has said). Bit surprising given the general concensus in the Irish media that he was most likely going to join us.Quote:
Originally Posted by Razors left peg
ye keowns father would be like my dad. he makes a good point too.Quote:
Originally Posted by tetsujin1979
To be honest I have no problems with O Haras attitude towards it.He was raised in England and e has played up to under 21s for England so I dont see a problem with his first choice being getting senior caps with them. He is also playing extemely well at the moment so it is not beyond the realms of possiblity that he could get a call up for them in the future. But he was respectful about the possiblity of playing for us and I would personally welcome him aboard. I know there are some lads that wont want that but that debate has been done to death so many times already on here so Im not gonna get into it again.
One other thought I had is that if he is not involved in the end of season friendlies and training camp I would wonder about whether Trap would call him up for the next campaign anyway. We all seen how loyal he was to players that were in his original training squad when he took over and how hard it was for players that werent there to break into the squad afterwards
http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/frattonl...-to.6128900.jpQuote:
Originally Posted by Razors left peg
Just found this. Clarifies his position a little bit more. Again, he's said all the right things. Slightly different sounds from what came out of Trap's press-conference last week. I would also welcome him and appreciate his honesty.
Saw the interview earlier, and OK he was fairly honest about his intentions - he likes to think he could be part of the "next generation" of English players after the WC, but wants to play international football. So, we are his second choice - are we ok with this half-arsed type of commitment?
Quite amusing how he kept stalling when referring to "my country".
I think he should now be ruled out, unless you're 100%, you don't deserve the jersey
You dont think Andy Towsend grew up wanting to play for England? But yet went onto be a great captain for us with no one doubting his commitmentQuote:
Originally Posted by Sproston Green
I guess I just speak from my own experience - born in UK, have never supported England. I would just like all non-Irish born players to have that commitment - like Kev KilbaneQuote:
Originally Posted by Razors left peg
He also captained Aston Villa with pride without any midlands links. its professional pride. If you're happy enough with it, thats fineQuote:
Originally Posted by Razors left peg
I can't accept it though. Whether they're brilliant players like Townsend, or middle of the road types like O'Hara
Just watching the cup match
O'Hara: yes please!
Really? I thought he was poor (along with every other midfielder on show)Quote:
Originally Posted by Yard of Pace
Your entitled to your opinion and like I said that this debate has been done enough times in the past on here so I dont really wanna debate it again because most people wont change their mind.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dodge
Second half he helped turn the game for Portsmouth, in particular setting up the second goal. He's a good energetic presence in midfield and can play a bit too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dodge
Wilson made one superb goal-saving tackle that I saw. It was really top drawer defending.
That would be the ideal situation to be fair but I have relations in England who were born and raised there that grew up supporting both Ireland and England.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sproston Green
Ask yourself did you celebrate Sean St Ledgers seemingly last min winner against Italy any less simply because he probably wouldve preferred to represent England if given the option
I know I didnt, as long as any player eligible for us shows his commitment signs up and gives it his all then I have no complaints. Im not a huge fan of potential players holding their horses waiting to see if England will call but I can understand O'Haras situation but he should sign up for us before the start of the next campaign.
i ws worried when i read the initial post outlining what O'Hara said and would lean more towards the same opinion of Dodge and Sproston Green when it comes to this issue, however O'Hara's quotes are fine and reasonable and for me this is the key quote
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'I'm English and Irish and to be asked to play for either is an honour. I'd be proud to wear either shirt.
Thats fine foryou. Myself, I know I've less interest in the team when certain players play for it.Quote:
Originally Posted by elroy
Do you remember when Townsend first played for Ireland he could only pass backwards. It takes time for players to develop it they ever develop. International football can really be the making of a player, look at Glenn Whelan's progress this year.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dodge
O'Hara was decent today especially in the 2nd half. Seen him quite alot this season and he's a veryQuote:
Originally Posted by Dodge
useful player. I hope he plays for us.
Take whoever we can from wherever, however.. Let's face it, we've had Irish-born people who've turned their back on us. Including one currently.
And have you not heard of the Diaspora, FFS ?? This whole circular debate about who's eligible is fairly tedious at this stage. One of the few things the Cretins at FIFA currently have right, for now.
I don't want a player who views us a second choice/reserve option. No matter how good the player is.
The difference under Charlton is that when they were asked to declare for Ireland they did so without hesitation. At least I couldn't imagine anyone replying face to face to Jack 'thanks for invite but I'll think about it for the next 6 months'.
Much of the preparations for our team's campaign will be done before the WC. New players need to get on board before the end of this season..
I wasn't commenting on his abiklities generally. Just today.Quote:
Originally Posted by Qwerty
Generally, he'd be about the same level as Andy Reid (and he definitely should be in the squad)
As mentioned earlier, I think he might do himself out of a place by waiting. Look at what happened to Andy Reid when he missed the training camp - Trapattoni decided to just carry on without him.
O'Hara still hoping to be called in to England squad. Lets forget about him finally.
I say let him wait and see. I don't think we should be so sensitive about him preferring England. He has feelings for both countries, that's indisputable, so let him take his time and decide. It's a big decision. With England he'd have the chance to play in major finals regularly. With us maybe never. But I do think if he opts for us he'll give full committment and will be a big asset.Quote:
Originally Posted by drummerboy
What YoP said. Let's exploit the rules to their maximimum advantage.
But sure all England are likely to do is give him one cap so that he can't play for us and then discard him.