Quotewe should be lookin to get as big a squad as possible in so when we get an injury or two we are in less of a total crisis than we usually are
Great clips there eirebhoy. He's definitely worth a shot.
Anyone know anything about Tony Schuller? He's supposed to be a very talented player in the DC United underage team. I heard he's from Washington but has declared for Ireland.
"Love many, trust few, always paddle your own canoe." Dillo
we should be lookin to get as big a squad as possible in so when we get an injury or two we are in less of a total crisis than we usually are
I've been watching a lot of O'Brien since he came over here to MLS. He doesnt play a pure winger role for Dallas, and while he is an attacking right-ish midfielder he can pop up anywhere on the field. Broke his leg a few years ago against the DC United scum. Has a knack of scoring a few nice goals.
He is probably rated about number 10 or so of all midfielders in MLS. Put it this way, if he was a citizen, Arena would have capped him by now and Arena is no slouch when it comes to evaluating talent. Whether he would like to play for Ireland, I am not so sure. I know he had some past issues with Kerr and in an interview last year gave the impression that he is happy with what he has got in Dallas.
For for moving to the Metrostars, I don't think that is going to happen. There is talk of a trade between Dallas and the Metros but that is Honduran Amado Guevara for US kid Eddie Johnson who you will likely see in the world cup. O'Brien is being mentioned as part of that deal but I don't think that will happen. Plus we already have Youri Djorkaeff who does a similar role for the Metros.
As I have said before here I think O'Brien should be given a friendly or two to see what he has got. It's hard to tell if his great performances for Dallas will translate to playing well for Ireland as the style of game is different and the pace of MLS is much slower than typical English-style games.
BTW if anyone has more questions on MLS, let me know.
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
Cheers for the update Metrostars.
I don't know if you'd be able to answer this but if I was going to watch a full Dallas match on this site, what one would you recommend to get to see a lot of O'Brien?
Don't know him but didn't we give a game to a US born & based centre-half in an under-17 (?) game last year?Originally Posted by TheJamaicanP.M.
check out the 8/6 game against the Metrostars.
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
From The FAI site re the U-18 team
Michael Keohane (IMG Soccer Academy, USA)
Born in the USA, Michael Keohane qualifies for Ireland though an Irish father. Based with the IMG Soccer Academy in Florida, he is a top goalkeeper who has been involved in US underage development squads.
Thanks!
I think he's worth a punt, to be fair he has played for Juventus who are a class act. I think he's worth a shout, as the Major Soccer League isnt too bad these days. Playing all over the world in different climates and leagues with different styles of play can give average players an edge in terms of experience.
I'd let the lad have a proper run in some friendlies and see how he does.
That's a great clip of him scoring by rounding the 'keeper. I haven't seen an Irish player round a goalie with such aplomb since Gary Breen against Malta
Ronnie for Ireland. Maybe not, but what a goal
http://media.putfile.com/Ronnie-OBrien-GOTW-3
That's got a fair few views, where did you see that posted?
I'd really need to start reading older posts. Hope you don't have a copyright on that!
Rumers Stateside are that Ronnie O could be on his way to NY Red Bulls (formerly Metrostars).
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
If Ronnie didn't get called up to play for his country when he was with Juventus, no matter how good he is there is no chance he will get called up playing for Dallas Burn/FC or whatever handle they have this season. Amazing goal right enough though!
Ronnie scored another nice one last night:
http://www.mlsnet.com/MLS/sights/
page down to "04/29: O'Brien ties it for FC Dallas"
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
he may have played for juve, but he also failed at longford and bray. much as im delighted that he has resurrected his career, bear in mind he failed in the EL TWICE!
'Twas back in the day though RTID and a lot of water has passed under the proverbial bridge since. I expect he'd be the best player in the eL by a country mile were he to sign for any of its clubs now.
PP
Semper in faecibus sole profundum variat
he may be an EL and juventus reject ... but that was all years ago. you can't judge him on his form from the past.
his form over the last few years, and this season so far, seems to warrant a look at the least. what happened to Stan's world wide web, he seems to fit the bill perfectly
Unless he relocates to Europe, having him in the team for qualifying matches is essentially useless.
Jet-lag and the general tire of travel renders top players fairly average.
Trust me, I live in Canada and follow the national team. Their European based players, who are their top players, really struggle with the travel involved in getting over here for qualifiers, after weeks of top-tier football that is tiring enough as is.
O'Brien, if he was good enough, would only have practical value in big tournaments.
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