League of Ireland in Europe 2016

**ger121** · 25/06/2016, 9:58 PM

Originally Posted by geysir

When it comes to anything Iceland, Bohs fans really should just gracefully stay silent

FH could have drawn the unseeded Swedish champions, who in all probability would have been stronger than Dundalk. FH are not at all unhappy with drawing Dundalk, they note on their website that their hated rivals KR beat a team who are just a point behind Dundalk (at the time of the draw) and therefore FH are inspired not to do worse than KR.
FH are a 'slightly' better team than Thor of Akureyri.

They also could have gotten a much kinder draw and you well know it. Dundalk certainly got the best possible seeded side they could have hoped for.

Not sure what Bohs, Thor etc... have got to do with this fixture? No matter how good you think FH are compared to Dundalk or LOI in general, there is a very good chance they could get knocked out. Time will tell.

**White Horse** · 25/06/2016, 10:39 PM

I'm in Belfast late next week for a bit of work and will be able to take in the Cork/Linfield game. I hope there is a big crowd travelling up from Cork City. The atmosphere should be great. Given the rivalry we've had with Cork over the last couple of seasons, it will feel strange cheering them on. But it is Linfield they are playing so that will make it easier.

**Real ale Madrid** · 25/06/2016, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by geysir

When it comes to anything Iceland, Bohs fans really should just gracefully stay silent

Originally Posted by geysir

Aw shucks, did Bohs not make it to Iceland this year?

Very Graceful.

**El-Pietro** · 26/06/2016, 5:30 AM

Originally Posted by White Horse

I'm in Belfast late next week for a bit of work and will be able to take in the Cork/Linfield game. I hope there is a big crowd travelling up from Cork City. The atmosphere should be great. Given the rivalry we've had with Cork over the last couple of seasons, it will feel strange cheering them on. But it is Linfield they are playing so that will make it easier.

Youll have to go in the home end, theres fierce hassle over tickets for City fans for this game.

**ger121** · 26/06/2016, 9:21 AM

Originally Posted by El-Pietro

Youll have to go in the home end, theres fierce hassle over tickets for City fans for this game.

Really? It's not like it is a small stadium and hard to segregate fans. Certainly wasn't a problem when Bohs played up there years ago in the SSC. City could bring up a huge crowd and it would be extra money for Linfield. Those Protestants, always up to no good

**White Horse** · 26/06/2016, 9:48 AM

Originally Posted by El-Pietro

Youll have to go in the home end, theres fierce hassle over tickets for City fans for this game.

Think I'd prefer to be with your lot. Are Linfield playing silly beggars over the away allocation? It's a massive stadium and there's no way they will sell it out. Though, there is a huge buzz in the North after Norn Iron doind so well in the Euros. Perhaps, there will be more home fans than normal.

Home end it is then, time to grow a moustache.

**Charlie Darwin** · 26/06/2016, 6:09 PM

Originally Posted by White Horse

Think I'd prefer to be with your lot. Are Linfield playing silly beggars over the away allocation? It's a massive stadium and there's no way they will sell it out. Though, there is a huge buzz in the North after Norn Iron doind so well in the Euros. Perhaps, there will be more home fans than normal.

Home end it is then, time to grow a moustache.

Just tell 'em your name is Mervin.

**Nesta99** · 27/06/2016, 10:58 AM

Originally Posted by White Horse

Think I'd prefer to be with your lot. Are Linfield playing silly beggars over the away allocation? It's a massive stadium and there's no way they will sell it out. Though, there is a huge buzz in the North after Norn Iron doind so well in the Euros. Perhaps, there will be more home fans than normal.

Home end it is then, time to grow a moustache.

Just answer 'Wee Buns' to every question

ala Father Jack's 'That would be an ecumenical matter'

**D24Saint** · 27/06/2016, 5:22 PM

Looking forward to tomorrow night & a break from what has been a tough league campaign. The bookies have us as favourites Saints 8/15 Draw 11/4 Juenesse Esch 4/1

**ger121** · 27/06/2016, 7:36 PM

Originally Posted by D24Saint

Looking forward to tomorrow night & a break from what has been a tough league campaign. The bookies have us as favourites Saints 8/15 Draw 11/4 Juenesse Esch 4/1

Well if that wasn't a jinx, I don't know what is!

**Pablo Escobar** · 28/06/2016, 7:01 AM

Originally Posted by White Horse

Think I'd prefer to be with your lot. Are Linfield playing silly beggars over the away allocation? It's a massive stadium and there's no way they will sell it out. Though, there is a huge buzz in the North after Norn Iron doind so well in the Euros. Perhaps, there will be more home fans than normal.

Home end it is then, time to grow a moustache.

Only members and season ticket holders can buy tickets. Many non eligible fans had already booked the trip before ticketing details were announced. Luckily I have my ticket, but I hope it doesn't create rather than prevent problems.

**Real ale Madrid** · 28/06/2016, 7:48 AM

Originally Posted by Pablo Escobar

Only members and season ticket holders can buy tickets. Many non eligible fans had already booked the trip before ticketing details were announced. Luckily I have my ticket, but I hope it doesn't create rather than prevent problems.

Tickets on General sale tonight from 8.30 with Photo ID.

**PartySaint** · 28/06/2016, 7:58 AM

Originally Posted by D24Saint

Looking forward to tomorrow night & a break from what has been a tough league campaign. The bookies have us as favourites Saints 8/15 Draw 11/4 Juenesse Esch 4/1

I wouldn't back us with bad money

**disgruntled** · 28/06/2016, 10:18 AM

I wish all the sides success in their European games & hope they all make it through.
Success can only be for the good of the League of Ireland.

**ybig** · 28/06/2016, 10:51 AM

Alot of money has come in for Pats,Jeunesse in mid season and have lost their 2 best players during the transfer window. 9 players out 8 new signings

**D24Saint** · 28/06/2016, 11:12 AM

Originally Posted by ybig

Alot of money has come in for Pats,Jeunesse in mid season and have lost their 2 best players during the transfer window. 9 players out 8 new signings

They are only in pre-season they have had two behind closed door friendlies so far.

**TheBoss** · 28/06/2016, 6:31 PM

Tre Penne (San Marino) have equalised against TNS!

Pats Starting XI:

Clarke
O'Brien - Dennehy - Hoare - Bermingham
G. Kelly - Cawley - Treacy
Byrne - Fagan - Dennehy

**TheBoss** · 28/06/2016, 6:56 PM

Christy Fagan 1-0, 10 Mins!

**pineapple stu** · 28/06/2016, 8:29 PM

Still 1-0; 10 minutes to go.

Pat's seemed to start off well, but have lost the thread since half-time (just going on extratime.ie's updates). Esch have missed a sitter and had a shot cleared off the line this half. Pat's struggling up front. 1-0 would be a bit tight for comfort for the away leg, and 1-1 would be horrible.