Cork City FC

Paz-CCFC · 21-03-2012 12:25am #1

Are many people on here interested in Cork City? Won the First Division title last season with a 94th minute goal, but finding life in the Premier Division a bit tough. Having lost the first two games against sides you'd think we'd finish ahead of come the end of the year, but then led the champions, Shamrock Rovers, at home...only to concede a 94th minute goal of our own. A right balls, but at least we got our first point of the season.

Tonight City beat Waterford 1-0 at home in the Munster Senior Cup Semi-Final. It was mostly fringe players and Under 19s, but the likes of Colin Healy and Tadhg Purcell, who aren't the fittest at the moment, played. We face Limerick in the final. Date and venue are yet to be confirmed, but I'd imagine it'll be at the Cross sometime at the end of April/start of May.

Here's a list of a few upcoming fixtures for those interested:

Away v Derry City, 19.45 Friday 23rd of March (League)
Home v Wexford Youths, 19.45 Monday 26th of March (League Cup)
Home v Bray Wanderers, 19.45 Friday 30th of Marcy (League)

Catalpa1 · 21-03-2012 12:47am

Yep I'm a fan thought the defence was woeful against Drogs the other week, Danny Murphy and Dan Murray were particularly bad. Against Rovers they looked like a different team especially in the second half (all bar the last three minutes :mad:) Must say the atmosphere for a lot of the second half was very good. I think if they can get a point against Derry we may well start to come good

invinciblePRSTV · 21-03-2012 3:09pm

G'wan City! That Shams goal on Friday night was a real kick in the stomach. Nonetheless it was a much improved performance over the Drogs game so i suppose its good to see the team getting better with new signings finding some form.

Be tough to get a good result at the Brandywell i'd say but should hopefully get the 3pts against Bray and go forward from there.

The_Banker · 21-03-2012 6:22pm

In fairness going to Turners Cross on a Friday night is a great night out.

I see in another thread that people are complaining about the price of tickets to the cinema (and rightly so) but when you look at the value of an Adult Ticket (or even a kids ticket) for 90 minutes of live football its pretty worthwhile.

Started bringing my nephew a few years back and he was a huge Man U fan but now Utd seem to be relegated to second place in his affections.

The atmosphere in The Shed against Rovers last Friday night was unreal.

Dean820 · 22-03-2012 2:07am

I haven't gone to a game since they were relegated a couple of years back but I would agree with the above. Its a good start to a night before going for a few pints afterwards.

The quality of football is not top notch but there can be some games with very good atmosphere and it can be good fun chanting along.

Rhys Essien · 22-03-2012 10:07pm

George O' Callaghan wrote a good piece here about his time in Brunei.

http://www.extratime.ie/newsdesk/articles/7648/

Paz-CCFC · 23-03-2012 1:03pm

How do people think we'll get on tonight? After last Friday, I'm hopeful of at least a draw, maybe even a win.

I was hoping to travel up, but that fell through in the end. A right balls, because Derry is one of the better trips. A good result would cheer me up.

The_Banker · 23-03-2012 1:20pm

Rhys Essien wrote: »

George O' Callaghan wrote a good piece here about his time in Brunei.

http://www.extratime.ie/newsdesk/articles/7648/

Enjoyable read...
I think George is trying to carve out a media career now that he is back. I think he would make a good pundit.

Rhys Essien · 23-03-2012 4:05pm

Paz-CCFC wrote: »

How do people think we'll get on tonight? After last Friday, I'm hopeful of at least a draw, maybe even a win.

I was hoping to travel up, but that fell through in the end. A right balls, because Derry is one of the better trips. A good result would cheer me up.

1-1.
Tadgh Purcell to get his first.

The_Banker wrote: »

Enjoyable read...
I think George is trying to carve out a media career now that he is back. I think he would make a good pundit.

Agree.I think he has the makings of a soccer journalist going by those extratime blogs.

Paz-CCFC · 23-03-2012 10:50pm

Lost 2-0 to Derry tonight. Both goals came in the second half. In the first half, we hit the bar and had two cleared off the line in quick succession. For **** sake.

ShamoBuc · 24-03-2012 10:05pm

To be expected really. Bray next Friday down the X should see us winning our first game hopefully. It's very good value for money and with the hazy sunny evenings to come ( hopefully ) it makes for a good start to a night out.

invinciblePRSTV · 26-03-2012 2:27pm

Heard McNulty was dodgy again on Fri nite, not his first howler this season either.

Would go to Wexford game but have no monies 'til payday

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Paz-CCFC · 27-03-2012 12:26pm

City won 5-1 against Wexford last night in the first round of the League Cup. Spillane, Daryl Hogan, Purcell, Murphy and O'Neill scored. I was particularly happy with Purcell - scored and set up Dav's goal. Fair enough it was against a weakened Wexford side, but if this gives him the confidence to kick on against the better sides, he'll do well.

Sephiroth_dude · 27-03-2012 1:05pm

Paz-CCFC wrote: »

City won 5-1 against Wexford last night in the first round of the League Cup. Spillane, Daryl Hogan, Purcell, Murphy and O'Neill scored. I was particularly happy with Purcell - scored and set up Dav's goal. Fair enough it was against a weakened Wexford side, but if this gives him the confidence to kick on against the better sides, he'll do well.

were they playing at the cross?

The_Banker · 27-03-2012 1:14pm

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

were they playing at the cross?

Next Friday night at 7:45 against Bray.
They will be tougher than Wexford Youths

ShamoBuc · 27-03-2012 10:12pm

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

were they playing at the cross?

They were. About 550 attendance - which is fairly ok to be honest for a match like that.

We really should be picking up our first 3pts at home to Bray on Friday.

Sephiroth_dude · 27-03-2012 11:35pm

ShamoBuc wrote: »

They were. About 550 attendance - which is fairly ok to be honest for a match like that.

We really should be picking up our first 3pts at home to Bray on Friday.

I hope ye do

thats a good attendance for monday nite game : )

Dercola · 28-03-2012 3:33pm

Great to see CCFC back in the big time.

Just one question for yea's lads. Any idea off the top of your head how much a season ticket is? Its a good 5 or 6 years since I was at a game, and I wouldn't mind getting back in into them

ShamoBuc · 29-03-2012 7:32pm

Dercola wrote: »

Great to see CCFC back in the big time.
Just one question for yea's lads. Any idea off the top of your head how much a season ticket is? Its a good 5 or 6 years since I was at a game, and I wouldn't mind getting back in into them

168 for an adult about 70 for u18.

Easier just to pay as you go really, unless you really do plan to go to all of them.

Dercola · 30-03-2012 12:37pm

ShamoBuc wrote: »

168 for an adult about 70 for u18.

Easier just to pay as you go really, unless you really do plan to go to all of them.

Thanks for that. The reason I ask is because someone told me it was €50 for an adult, which sounded ridiculously cheap.. Agreed, its easier to pay as I go.. Cheers again, much obliged.

Rhys Essien · 30-03-2012 11:26pm

The dire start goes on.

ShamoBuc · 31-03-2012 11:56am

I wish we would just score in unjury time.....thus leaving any opposition no time to equalise....as they inevitably do....Bohs away next. They haven't even scored a goal yet, I've a feeling that will change.
Anyone for a 1-1 score !!!!

invinciblePRSTV · 31-03-2012 2:26pm

Poor stuff last night alright, Bray were good for at least the draw considering their chances.I'm still saying the lads are still just bedding back into the PD and things will improve.

Paz-CCFC · 02-04-2012 7:43pm

Anyone here heading up to Dalymount for the Bohs match on Friday? Heading up myself. Could be a bit of a crowd up there from City, if the three buses which are planned to run do run.

The club are running one of these buses. Leaves at 3PM and costs €25 for adults or €15 for under 16s. Email travel@corkcityfc.net or call 021 434 5574 to book a place.

http://www.corkcityfc.net/home/2012/03/28/supporters-bus-to-bohemians-game/

Sephiroth_dude · 03-04-2012 1:13pm

Paz-CCFC wrote: »

Anyone here heading up to Dalymount for the Bohs match on Friday? Heading up myself. Could be a bit of a crowd up there from City, if the three buses which are planned to run do run.

The club are running one of these buses. Leaves at 3PM and costs €25 for adults or €15 for under 16s. Email travel@corkcityfc.net or call 021 434 5574 to book a place.

http://www.corkcityfc.net/home/2012/03/28/supporters-bus-to-bohemians-game/

tough place to go,but bohs haven't been playing great either?

shefellover93 · 03-04-2012 4:36pm

Paz-CCFC wrote: »

Anyone here heading up to Dalymount for the Bohs match on Friday? Heading up myself. Could be a bit of a crowd up there from City, if the three buses which are planned to run do run.

The club are running one of these buses. Leaves at 3PM and costs €25 for adults or €15 for under 16s. Email travel@corkcityfc.net or call 021 434 5574 to book a place.

http://www.corkcityfc.net/home/2012/03/28/supporters-bus-to-bohemians-game/

Should be up and talking to ya alri. Probably be stuck in the Peter's End as per usual

Paz-CCFC · 03-04-2012 8:15pm

Sephiroth_dude wrote: »

tough place to go,but bohs haven't been playing great either?

They have a point less than us and haven't scored a goal in their five league games., though they've conceded two less.

shefellover93 wrote: »

Should be up and talking to ya alri. Probably be stuck in the Peter's End as per usual

I quite like that end. Fond memories from the Cup semi-final five seasons ago. It's a shame that they don't let fans stand on the terrace anymore, though. At least it has a roof, though.

I'd still prefer to go to Section A of the main stand, mind.

Paz-CCFC · 04-04-2012 10:56pm

City are through to the U19s Cup Final after a win in Waterford tonight. Waterford went ahead after nine minutes, but City equalised midway through the half with a goal from Rob Lehane. After finishing 1-1 in normal time, it looked to be heading to penalties, before Lehane was fouled in the box. Garry Buckley stepped up to send City through. Dundalk, who beat Bohs in the other semi last night, will be the opposition.

For the seniors, the club are running a bus to the Cup match against Limerick this Easter Monday. Since it's an afternoon, 4 o'clock kick off, the bus will be leaving at half 1 from Patrick's Quay. The cost is €15 for adults and €10 for under 16s. Email travel@corkcityfc.net or ring 021 434 5574 to book a seat. People who are interested in travelling should book ASAP. The cut off point is 4PM on Friday, so if there aren't enough numbers the bus won't run.
http://www.corkcityfc.net/home/2012/04/04/bus-to-limerick-game-book-before-friday/

Balmed Out · 06-04-2012 8:39pm

Crap Bohs scored just before half time. 1 -0 at moment. Pats and rovers entertaining on telly

ShamoBuc · 06-04-2012 11:14pm

A fairly crappy 1-0 loss. We were brutal.

At least rovers got hammered!

invinciblePRSTV · 13-04-2012 10:05am

G'wan City! have to beat Mons and wipe the smile off Rodericks face.

ShamoBuc · 13-04-2012 11:38am

invinciblePRSTV wrote: »

G'wan City! have to beat Mons and wipe the smile off Rodericks face.

A totally offside winner in the 97th min - when only 2 mins should have been played - will do nicely:D

ShamoBuc · 13-04-2012 11:06pm

City win 6-0:D:D:D:D:D:D

Suck on that Rodders;)

scriba · 13-04-2012 11:29pm

ShamoBuc wrote: »

City win 6-0:D:D:D:D:D:D

Suck on that Rodders;)

Big time! Moving on up!

Paz-CCFC · 14-04-2012 12:20am

Where the f*ck did that come from?

cooranig23 · 14-04-2012 12:41am

are cork city actually good or just over-rated

Paz-CCFC · 14-04-2012 10:50am

We're unbelievably class.

Tauriel · 14-04-2012 12:27pm

Great match last night. Couldn't believe I was watching City. Even at 6-0 the players were looking for a 7th and they were unfortunate that the score wasn't higher, could of easily of been 8-0.

rmchmufc · 14-04-2012 10:31pm

a much needed confidence boosting win for them before taking on Sligo next week. Hopefully that should be a good game.

Paz-CCFC · 15-04-2012 2:02pm

mustang shelly wrote: »

Great match last night. Couldn't believe I was watching City. Even at 6-0 the players were looking for a 7th and they were unfortunate that the score wasn't higher, could of easily of been 8-0.

The lads at the back can still improve, though. At 0-0, Monaghan had some very good chances - a good save by McNulty, immediately followed by a block off the line immediately followed by a Monaghan player blasting it over and forcing McNulty into a top class save. If those had gone in, it would've been a very different game.

We had a bit of luck to get us going, with the first two goals. We won't get that in every match. I'll take it, though.

If we work on that and work as hard as we did last Friday, we'll get at least a point against Sligo.

Paz-CCFC · 15-04-2012 4:37pm

City U19s were just crowned League champions with after beating Shelbourne 5-1 in Tolka Park.

City have two games left. Home to Wexford in Bishopstown two weeks from today, then away to Dundalk in the Cup Final the following Thursday.

Gingko · 17-04-2012 2:27pm

Welcome back Cork City! We missed you! I'm a shamrock Rovers fan and I'm delighted as most of us are that your back up where you belong! Good club, great support, proper stadium! Welcome back!

Don't be too hard on your lads just yet as the top tier of the premier is a tough place these days with Rovers, Sligo, Pats and Derry City all fielding strong sides. Best of luck and hope City finish in the top half. Good to have ye back!

ShamoBuc · 20-04-2012 10:33pm

Over 3000 down the X tonight. Poor enough game, thought we'd get the draw but it wasn't to be, lost 1-0.

Paz-CCFC · 21-04-2012 10:45am

We deserved a draw out of that. We played some good football in the first half - probably the best all season bar Monaghan. Should've been 1-0 up at half time

McNulty was unbelievable in the second half (though the team as a whole stepped down a gear) - he really put his body on the line. I presume he got man of the match?

Sligo deserved to get a goal, but we deserved one before that - 1-1 would've been fair. Shocking defending by Murray, who had a decent (albeit not great) game before that

Joey Ndo and Danny Ventre are pr*cks. I'm surprised Ndo didn't get sent off. He would've decked the ref if the Sligo player didn't push him away. The Monaghan player got sent off for much less. I'd say he would've seen red, if he went mental after being shown the yellow, rather than before it. And Ventre's actions were disgraceful - pinning an injured McNulty to the ground, when the ball was in and around our 18 yard line. Can't believe the ref or none of the assistants saw it. Other than that, Sligo were a good, clean footballing side. If they keep up their early good form, they'll win the league.

And if we play like we did the last two matches, we'll stay up.

Paz-CCFC · 27-04-2012 10:07pm

Beat Shels 2-1 away! Vinny with both, including a late one - c'mon City!

ShamoBuc · 28-04-2012 7:52pm

Love playing and beating Shels!!!

Paz-CCFC · 28-04-2012 8:43pm

ShamoBuc wrote: »

Love playing and beating Shels!!!

What's the difference?

Paz-CCFC · 02-05-2012 9:05pm

The U19s have completed the double by beating Dundalk 3-2 at Oriel Park.

City went 1-0 down after two points, but a 30 yard bullet from Garry Buckley levelled things up midway through the half. City took the lead 15 minutes later through Eoghan Murphy, but Dundalk equalised on the stroke of half time.

The second half seemed much quieter, though a few good chances still arose. Then, on the 81st minute, Rob Lehane popped up to give the Rebel Army a late winner. Dundalk pressed and nearly equalised in stoppage time, but their header went over by inches. City held on to claim the Cup.

Some achievement by the lads. They were far and a away the best team in the League and this trophy just puts the icing on the cake. We have some very promising prospects on our hands.

Between the Seniors and the U19s/Youths, this is our 6th trophy in 12 months!

Fromthetrees · 04-05-2012 8:29pm

Are there any streams to watch the match online?

ShamoBuc · 04-05-2012 9:42pm

Another good win for city. 3-2 despite the rain, a good match with alot of chances!

Paz-CCFC · 05-05-2012 11:40am

A bit disappointing that it only finished 3-2, seeing as it was 2-2 after 15 minutes!

Shocking conditions. Led to a lot of mistakes. It was definitely the main cause in the first goal - Nults couldn't get a proper hand to it and he couldn't regain his balance quick enough to get to the ball. Slips by both sides nearly led to another goal or two, as well. Second goal was just ****e defending and a total mix up between McNulty and the defence.

Dav was unlucky not to get another hattrick. Had some really good chances. Unlucky that Purcell didn't get on the scoresheet. Vinny the goal machine chips in with another, as well!

Three more points on the board, anyway, and we move up mid-table.

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