anthony stokes

eirebhoy · 07-11-2006 10:31PM

Sloppy defending by Celtic but nice finish by Stokes.

Rollo Tamasi · 07-11-2006 10:39PM

how come he isn't getting a run out against San Marino :mad:

iloveireland · 07-11-2006 10:46PM

i still dont think he would be half the player he is if he didnt play pitch and put with me back in 2002.

besty · 08-11-2006 01:10AM

iloveireland wrote:

i still dont think he would be half the player he is if he didnt play pitch and put with me back in 2002.

Let go man!
Seriously though, he does seem to be a quality prospect. I think he will be in the squad sooner rather than later, queue the "Irish Rooney" headlines!

Roddy23 · 08-11-2006 09:02AM

how come he isn't getting a run out against San Marino

I take it, you didn't see the coverage by Setanta, as they had the exact same conversation on this. Have to say fairplay to Brian Kerr, he put his point across excellantly, whereas Lou Macari, kept badgering on, and not really making a point.

Kerr was saying to put him in the Irish full team now, would be too soon.

Jivin Turkey · 08-11-2006 09:33AM

While I'm not for a second doubting the potential of Stokes, or denying that I am exited at the thought of seeing him in the green a bit of perspective is needed here lads.

The guy has hit two hat-tricks against Dunfermiline and Dundee United, hardly world beaters, and I'd argue given their current form would be struggling in the EL. And I'm sure calls for Jason Byrne's inclusion would be dismissed straight off.

That said, Arsene Wenger has an eye for talent, and his record this season has been phenomenal, particularly for an 18 year old so long may it continue. I'd expect to see him named in the next squad should he keep up his form.

MBC · 08-11-2006 10:21AM

Watched the Celtic v Falkirk game last, thought the 3 Irish Lads played really well and gave a great account of themselves. Cregg & O'Donnells peno's were taken really well, pity about stokes but the goal in Extra time and his all round play did him justice.

McGeady didn't have the best of game, but when on the ball he looks really dangerous it was just his passing was a bit off but he has fantastic skill and is a real talent.

eirebhoy · 08-11-2006 11:36AM

Jivin Turkey wrote:

The guy has hit two hat-tricks against Dunfermiline and Dundee United, hardly world beaters

If it was that easy there'd be many players doing it. Stokes' positional sense, touch and finishing for all his goals can't be underestimated. I mentioned this on another forum but Kenny Miller went his first 7 games at Celtic without scoring. Many people just said that he hasn't missed any clear cut chances and he wasn't been given many chances. Stokes had 3 excellent shots on goal last night. Falkirk wouldn't create more chances than Celtic but Stokes is making it look like that.

As for your 2nd point. Falkirk were tipped for relegation by many. I'm sorry but the football they played last night would probably have them top of the Eircom league. Dunfermline and Dundee Utd are struggling this season in the SPL but they're full time clubs and would be top half EL teams at least. You have to remember that Noel Hunt was bought by Dunfermline for a reason, he was one of the better players in the EL. He's now playing in one of the SPL's worst teams and isn't exactly shining.

redspider · 08-11-2006 12:49PM

Its good to hear of a new player coming through, Ireland certainly need as many as possible. Did he make the Irish B team squad?

Its a long way from his current feats to being a top player, but signs are good and welcome.

Redspider

Jivin Turkey · 08-11-2006 02:05PM

eirebhoy wrote:

If it was that easy there'd be many players doing it. Stokes' positional sense, touch and finishing for all his goals can't be underestimated. I mentioned this on another forum but Kenny Miller went his first 7 games at Celtic without scoring. Many people just said that he hasn't missed any clear cut chances and he wasn't been given many chances. Stokes had 3 excellent shots on goal last night. Falkirk wouldn't create more chances than Celtic but Stokes is making it look like that.

As for your 2nd point. Falkirk were tipped for relegation by many. I'm sorry but the football they played last night would probably have them top of the Eircom league. Dunfermline and Dundee Utd are struggling this season in the SPL but they're full time clubs and would be top half EL teams at least. You have to remember that Noel Hunt was bought by Dunfermline for a reason, he was one of the better players in the EL. He's now playing in one of the SPL's worst teams and isn't exactly shining.

I'm not trying to belittle his achievements, or knock the SPL, I'm just trying to keep my (and everyones) feet on the ground regarding an 18 year old kid on possibly the richest vein of form that he will achieve ever in his career.

Töpher · 09-11-2006 01:33PM

redspider wrote:

Its good to hear of a new player coming through, Ireland certainly need as many as possible. Did he make the Irish B team squad?

Its a long way from his current feats to being a top player, but signs are good and welcome.

Redspider

Yes.

Xavi6 · 13-11-2006 08:47PM

Stokes is playing well again tonight. Half time in the Falkirk - Hearts game (live on Setanta) and he's come close to scoring after a great run and shot that went just over.

StickyMcGinty · 13-11-2006 09:51PM

falkirk 1 hearts 1

good result against a decent side, falkirk have come a long way since last year!

eirebhoy · 13-11-2006 10:51PM

I was very suprised he passed when he was in the box at the end and couldn't believe it didn't lead to a goal. None of the Falkirk players felt they were in a good enough position to shoot.

Roy Keane was in the crowd which is interesting. Obviously everyone would say he's looking at Stokes, maybe he was, but I wouldn't be suprised if he was there to see Cregg aswell.

KdjaCL · 25-11-2006 04:40PM

Sent off today for 2 bookings.

Foran got 2 in the game

Motherwell 3-2
Falkirk L
Foran (pen) 45
Foran (pen) 49
McDonald 75
Stokes 36
Latapy 71

Bookings:
McDonald 9
Foran 39
Kinniburgh 52
McGarry 57

Bookings:
Barr 20
Twaddle 45
O'Donnell 48
Cregg 47
Stokes 77

Sent off:
Stokes 78

kdjac

fade2black · 25-11-2006 04:41PM

The first 2 yellow cards of his career.

KdjaCL · 25-11-2006 04:45PM

10 yellows and 2 pens

kdjac

evilhomer · 25-11-2006 09:59PM

Sonds like the ref went balistic!

Jivin Turkey · 26-11-2006 02:43PM

Both bookings were debatable, and the ref gave to very soft peno's to Motherwell. Keeper might have done better for Stokes goal, but it was still a good strike from a decent angle.

StickyMcGinty · 26-11-2006 07:26PM

are these games all on setanta? or do they have a roundup?

eirebhoy · 26-11-2006 07:45PM

VinnyL wrote:

are these games all on setanta? or do they have a roundup?

A program called The Full SPL is on every Saturday night on Setanta 1 and repeated at 12 on the Sunday afternoon. It's all SPL on Setanta from 12-5 on Sunday's.

eirebhoy · 05-12-2006 02:41PM

Stokes got young player of the month again.

August: Aiden McGeady
Septemeber: Aiden McGeady
October: Anthony Stokes
November: Anthony Stokes

Blackjack · 05-12-2006 10:21PM

Top scorer in the SPL so far, the boys got a lot of talent. Looks to be sticking with Falkirk until the end of the season.

A Dub in Glasgo · 05-12-2006 11:33PM

Stokes wrote:

"Henrik Larsson was the biggest star when I was growing up and to an extent, one day, I would love to play for Celtic."

...

MrJoeSoap · 05-12-2006 11:35PM

"to an extent" ?

A Dub in Glasgo · 05-12-2006 11:40PM

I was thinking that as well, strange choice of phrase. Why does he not just say what he means?

The_B_Man · 06-12-2006 12:02PM

as in "to an extent.....but sure I'm happy playin wherever im playin at the mo."

sundula · 06-12-2006 12:38PM

or maybe ,

"if i had to, as a last resort, i might possibly consider Celtic, if there was no other options"

ctrl-alt-delete · 30-12-2006 03:53PM

First Half Hat-trick for Stokes Today at home against Inverness CT

33rd 37th and 45th minutes

is he heading back to arsenal after this game?

Pepe LeFrits · 30-12-2006 04:00PM

Go on Stokesy! What's that now, 16 goals in 17 and a half games?

anthony stokes

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