Agreed, and I have made the same point in another thread. At a friendly game I'm more interested in picking the details of players' performances. At a big game I just want a result. I think too much is made of the flat atmosphere at "less important" games.Quote:
Originally Posted by dynamo kerry
That said, the Faroes game in October had a good atmosphere. The more that's at stake the better the noise, and for a big game I think you've probably underestimated the chance of a good atmosphere.
However, I think Thornley is right when he says that crowds these days tend to be reactive rather than proactive, hence the lack of certainty of a good atmosphere, as you point out. I also think he's right that we are inclined to "make more of our Irishness" when travelling for a game.
