Aiden McGeady M Ayr Utd b.1986

**Olé Olé** · 15/04/2012, 2:51 PM

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/footbal...6908-23823985/

This has been reported in a few locations but nothing concrete involved, mere speculation.

Sunderland are on an upward curve. How far up the table that curve brings them next season is debatable.

They also have Elmohamady, Larsson and Campbell who have all filled in on the right wing, with McClean the first choice on the left flank. Realistically, McGeady would have to displace either Larsson or McClean for a starting berth (presuming both are there next season).

He could also view McGeady as a replacement for Sessegnon, if he returns to PSG as has been heavily suggested. I doubt this is a likely outcome but merits a mention.

**AlaskaFox** · 15/04/2012, 10:01 PM

Originally Posted by Carrigaline

McGeady played the entire game of Spartak's 2-0 victory over Rubin Kazan. Victory was vital for Spartak as it pushes them into the final Champions League spot. McGeady had a decent game, worked hard defensively, switched wings a few times and show one particular bit of outrageous skill. If McGeady stayed at Spartak and played regular, I wouldn't have a problem with him playing in Russia. Quality of the league is actually decent.

Here's the skill in question from today's game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzEUpA8QRgA

**the bear** · 15/04/2012, 10:37 PM

thats the mcgeady turn apparently, don't remember him ever doing it for ireland. seen him do it for celtic alright. great move

**Charlie Darwin** · 15/04/2012, 10:44 PM

The defender was lightning slow to react there. Not sure he'd get away with it in an international match.

**the bear** · 15/04/2012, 10:55 PM

Originally Posted by Charlie Darwin

The defender was lightning slow to react there. Not sure he'd get away with it in an international match.

he could of gone around that fella in an artic lorry, maybe its one to keep for san marino

**tricky_colour** · 15/04/2012, 11:53 PM

As the Fonz would say, he's still got it!!!

**tricky_colour** · 16/04/2012, 12:05 AM

Looks like he has been practising them!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzqDW...feature=relmfu

Seems fint is swedish for turn

**bennocelt** · 16/04/2012, 7:21 AM

Still his crossing needs improving! Dont know much about the Russian league but he is wasted with that team especially with such an awful manager, cant believe he isnt sacked yet!

**Carrigaline** · 16/04/2012, 8:44 AM

Originally Posted by Olé Olé

http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/footbal...6908-23823985/

This has been reported in a few locations but nothing concrete involved, mere speculation.

Sunderland are on an upward curve. How far up the table that curve brings them next season is debatable.

They also have Elmohamady, Larsson and Campbell who have all filled in on the right wing, with McClean the first choice on the left flank. Realistically, McGeady would have to displace either Larsson or McClean for a starting berth (presuming both are there next season).

He could also view McGeady as a replacement for Sessegnon, if he returns to PSG as has been heavily suggested. I doubt this is a likely outcome but merits a mention.

Sunderland would be a step down from Spartak Moscow (in my opinion).

**John83** · 16/04/2012, 11:09 AM

Originally Posted by Charlie Darwin

The defender was lightning slow to react there. Not sure he'd get away with it in an international match.

Zidane used to pull off similar turns at the highest level. It's all relative.

**osarusan** · 16/04/2012, 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by John83

It's all relative.

Z=McG²

**seanfhear** · 16/04/2012, 7:28 PM

Originally Posted by tricky_colour

Looks like he has been practising them!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzqDW...feature=relmfu

Seems fint is swedish for turn

Originally Posted by AlaskaFox

Here's the skill in question from today's game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzEUpA8QRgA

In fairness McGeady can dance with a football !

Now if he could learn to cross or deliver a good final ball then I would be bloody grateful.

**tetsujin1979** · 16/04/2012, 9:11 PM

Originally Posted by seanfhear

In fairness McGeady can dance with a football !

Now if he could learn to cross or deliver a good final ball then I would be bloody grateful.

most assists in the qualifiers.

**geysir** · 16/04/2012, 9:50 PM

If only we had players who had a perfect game

McGeady getting past 2 players in a jiffy and sending a firm cross in behind the defence towards the toes of the Spartak striker, is not good enough for us.

**bennocelt** · 17/04/2012, 7:46 AM

Originally Posted by tetsujin1979

most assists in the qualifiers.

if only games could be played out on paper............

**AlaskaFox** · 17/04/2012, 7:52 AM

Originally Posted by bennocelt

if only games could be played out on paper............

**bennocelt** · 17/04/2012, 10:01 AM

Yeah, good one, but can Ireland win the world cup on that game?

(am I the only one who doesn't like this game?)

**EastTerracer** · 28/04/2012, 3:51 PM

Moscow derby today - CSKA versus Spartak. McGeady got an assist for Spartak's equaliser just before half-time. Will update after the second half.

EDIT: Final score CSKA 2 Spartak 2. McGeady played the full 93 minutes and was one of Spartak's better performers in a disappointing overall performance.

**AlaskaFox** · 29/04/2012, 9:10 AM

They lost 2-1, wasn't 2-2. Terrible own goal for the first, lovely free for CSKA's second. McGeady's assist is just after 1:50 here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aeWinvk1hw

**geysir** · 29/04/2012, 9:46 AM

That 2nd CSKA goal from the freekick, one of the players in the wall stuck out his elbow to deflect the ball into the net, dreadful. Though it would/should/could have been a penalty for CSKA, if the ball hadn't ended up in the net.