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Over the last few weeks I've developed a real respect for Mayo fans. Having had kids in the Gaeltacht over in Achill I know how long and arduous that drive over to Dublin is. Tomorrow will be a great occasion no matter what happens. I just hope all those travelling to the match get there and back home safely. avonali (Dublin) - Posts: 1974 - 30/09/2016 09:35:16 1920792 Link 2 |
Achill is one thing, but I know someone travelling from Qatar for the 2nd time in 2 weeks! I know plenty coming from the UK and I'm sure there's a few coming back from the states as well.
cavanman47 (Cavan) - Posts: 4981 - 30/09/2016 09:47:42 1920797 Link 0 |
I know a few coming from Chicago, New York and the UK who were here for the drawn game. Thing is they have plenty of $$$. It's the family of 5 from Achill that are heading for their 5th trip to Croke Park since the end of July I would have the heavier cross but sure feck it lads there are 30 counties fans who would love to have the problems Mayo and Dublin fans have. An All Ireland final build up is special so soak it up and enjoy. yew_tree (Mayo) - Posts: 11219 - 30/09/2016 10:03:21 1920801 Link 2 |
Probably faster traveling from Qatar to Dublin than from Achill
GameOfTyrones (Tyrone) - Posts: 469 - 30/09/2016 10:05:55 1920804 Link 0 |
I'm on my third consecutive weekend of flying back to Ireland at this stage (there was a family occasion in the middle of the two All-Ireland finals) so I really hope a second replay won't be required! I have even heard of people flying back from Australia for previous All-Ireland finals involving Mayo, which shows the level of passion for football amongst our people. Gleebo (Mayo) - Posts: 2208 - 30/09/2016 10:40:05 1920814 Link 0 |
if there were direct flights it wouldn't be far off!!
cavanman47 (Cavan) - Posts: 4981 - 30/09/2016 11:05:39 1920821 Link 0 |
...and a little sympathy for all us who have to walk from the likes of Fairview and in our case, Phisboro. That North Circular can be a killer when it's windy. poguemahone (Dublin) - Posts: 365 - 30/09/2016 12:21:46 1920844 Link 2 |
Let's be honest Gleebo it is passion but it's always wanting to not miss Mayo winning there first All Ireland since '51, like if Mayo win 3 Sam's in the next 5 years the demand won't be as crazy. clondalkindub (Dublin) - Posts: 9926 - 30/09/2016 12:29:06 1920847 Link 0 |
or after dark down around the sunset house ;)
cavanman47 (Cavan) - Posts: 4981 - 30/09/2016 13:05:42 1920863 Link 0 |
After dark? Your a brave man walking down Summerhill at 1pm on a hots summers day. clondalkindub (Dublin) - Posts: 9926 - 30/09/2016 13:18:45 1920867 Link 0 |
Probably not, but Gaelic football is woven into the social fabric of Mayo people: it is at the centre of community life for many people there. If we win then I'm sure that it will fall off a bit, but I still believe that our support will be relatively large. Anyway, all conjecture at the end of the day.
Gleebo (Mayo) - Posts: 2208 - 30/09/2016 13:34:58 1920873 Link 0 |
That's now The Brendan Behan. I'd imagine it's down to recent events no doubt. Dubh_linn (Dublin) - Posts: 2312 - 30/09/2016 13:35:48 1920874 Link 0 |
username suggests you'd handle yourself ok ;)
cavanman47 (Cavan) - Posts: 4981 - 30/09/2016 13:59:16 1920880 Link 0 |
Gaelic football is woven into the social fabric of IRISH people: it is at the centre of community life for many people there. Yis aren't as special as yis like to think. Breffni40 (Cavan) - Posts: 12104 - 30/09/2016 14:11:07 1920886 Link 1 |
I think you have taken his meaning out of out context Breffni....of course most counties have the GAA at the centre of their world's but the argument was being made that IF Mayo were to win Sam support would not die down. I think you are being over sensitive there.
yew_tree (Mayo) - Posts: 11219 - 30/09/2016 14:26:10 1920891 Link 0 |
Ah your right Mayo will always have massive support but not as crazy if they start winning a few Sam's which is quiet possible in the next 10 years. clondalkindub (Dublin) - Posts: 9926 - 30/09/2016 14:26:36 1920892 Link 0 |
Safe journey to all. TheUsername (Dublin) - Posts: 4441 - 30/09/2016 14:30:14 1920896 Link 2 |
Don't think so. I think the point of the post is that Mayo are different.
Breffni40 (Cavan) - Posts: 12104 - 30/09/2016 15:32:12 1920914 Link 1 |
Maybe it's just you that's different Breffni39 ;)
yew_tree (Mayo) - Posts: 11219 - 30/09/2016 16:03:59 1920920 Link 0 |
Tierney Talks - GreenandRed (Mayo) - Posts: 7290 - 30/09/2016 16:33:08 1920927 Link 0 |