tanko wrote: » Before today can anyone remember the last time Cavan beat Roscommon?
Yevon wrote: » "Reilly I find slow and awkward at times. He has been a great player for us under the old system but I’m not sure moving the ball forward at speed, which is Mickey’s key tactic, will suit him" I dunno but when you call a man slow and awkward, say you're not sure he'll fit into the new system... It's not exactly a ringing endorsement for a starting berth is it? As I said yesterday before he turned in today's performance and GallantJJ has reiterated today, he's a top class player and should continue to be one of the first name's on the teamsheet.
Thunderbirds wrote: » I can't believe Clerkin stayed on for the whole game. Jack unlucky to be took off. Yes he made mistakes but that was because he actually touched the ball now and again.
cavan4sam wrote: » Good result today and a great performance Heres hoping for a performance against Tyrone as we haven't beaten them in a competitive game in a long long time
tanko wrote: » Did we beat them in a McKenna cup game in Breffni in one of McGleenan's first games in charge. Does that count as a competitive game.
Thunderbirds wrote: » Can someone settle a debate for me. Was Harney sent off for a hit on Clarke after his tangle with Holla or was it for the Holla incident?
celt262 wrote: » He fired the elbow into Holla the referee missed it but linesman seen it and communicated this to him.
mylestheslasher wrote: » Good win lads. Just on the sending off, holla was pulling at him then there was a flailing arm which contacted Holla but ref waved play on for that one. Then Holla had another nibble and Harney struck back at him again, this time Gough was looking straight at him and called it. There wasnt much force but it was a striking action.
Yevon wrote: » Disagree completely on Mackey and Martin Reilly. I think Mackey has an ability to find a pass that nobody else on the team has and I feel he's careful in possession, that sometimes means lateral passing. Martin Reilly doesn't have the passing range but breaks the line better than most on the team. Both are two of few players who can break a tackle and keep the ball under pressure. Lateral passing is unfortunately a necessity at times when teams drop players back, I don't feel it's excessive from either player. I feel that lads like Moynagh, Madden, Rehill could all do with being a bit more conservative at times instead of launching in 50/50 balls to a non-functioning full forward line.
Crash Bang Wall wrote: » What people dont realise is that when Mackey and GMAC play thy get special, man marking attention, so its harder for them to make an impact. Mackey has the bist long ball distribution and vision on the team. As for yesterday, Murray was MOTM, Moynagh was impressive, as was Madden when he got ball. No idea how Clerkin lasted 70 mins. McVeety and Holla were below par for the levels expected of them....Im being harsh on them as they played well, but not as well as I know they can play Great to see Gerry Smith back also, and with GMAC and Caoimhin to come back, there is decent competition for places
tayto lover wrote: » How do you lads see Cavan dealing with Peter Harte tomorrow, man marked or a defensive line to keep him out? Stop him and Cavan have a great chance I feel.
Cavan_King wrote: » Killian Clarke did a great job on Enda Smith last week, Seamus O’Shea against Kerry and Walsh from Galway so he may pick him up. Martin Reilly has also picked him up in the past but then we lose Martin as an attacking threat. Unsurprisingly, the same team as last week has been named for this evening.
blowitupref wrote: » Is Gearoid Mckiernan expected to see any game time in this league?
tanko wrote: » Anyone know what Killian Clarke was sent off for?
Thunderbirds wrote: » Two yellows.
Cavan_King wrote: » Mickey Graham can't fix in a few months what has been a problem for the best part of a decade but discipline needs work. The top sides play with aggression but don't go over the line. Last night was disappointing. After a decent first half where we did all we could by just staying in the game considering the conditions, the second half was dreadful. The chance of staying in Division 1 now is very slight. A big performance is needed against Monaghan. Hopefully Gerry Smith back fully fit and some others can move towards a sub role as I've previously said. Conor Madden badly needs another threat inside with him because Jack and Clerkin aren't offering enough. Other than those two, I'd be largely happy with the rest of the team.
Thunderbirds wrote: » Could Mackey be played inside and told stay inside so he doesn't goose himself. Remember him playing there years ago during league and shooting lights out.
Cavan_King wrote: » In a word, no. Mackey was a lot younger then and it was a lower division. I don’t think Mackey should be starting any game now. He’s better as an impact sub. McVeety played a more forward role in the league last year and I think he should take up that position again with Smith back now to cover his running role from the backs.
Thunderbirds wrote: » Mackey on one leg is better than Clerkin and Brady.
