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Replying To MrUnderhill:  "Ya but they still haven't won anything. Replays can be very different as we saw in the Leitrim semi replay today."
In the Leitrim semi final the favourite won well. Odds for the Sligo final replay Shamrock Gaels 4/7 Coolera Strandhill 5/4

Drax_the_destroyer (UK) - Posts: 584 - 12/10/2025 20:50:28    2639581

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Replying To Drax_the_destroyer:  "A draw with the replay in two weeks. You underestimated Shamrock Gaels."
At least I made a prediction. So many people come on when the game is over with their wise words

Taypot (Sligo) - Posts: 217 - 13/10/2025 08:11:13    2639647

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Is there any chance of getting a bit of analysis of the game for people who didn't see the game instead of petty arguements over nothing

Anto (Sligo) - Posts: 399 - 13/10/2025 13:01:04    2639735

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Coolera i imagine will be sick they didnt get job done yesterday, they never looked like losing in my opinion.SG be thrilled to have got draw.

Awful venue for a county final also.

Eddie_irvine (Sligo) - Posts: 6 - 13/10/2025 13:41:03    2639742

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Replying To Eddie_irvine:  "Coolera i imagine will be sick they didnt get job done yesterday, they never looked like losing in my opinion.SG be thrilled to have got draw.

Awful venue for a county final also."
Would have lost but for the Strandhill goalkeeper who was rightly awarded man of the match afterwards. SG will be annoyed they only scored 2 goals.

On another note why no extra time yesterday and why is the replay pushed out two weeks.

Drax_the_destroyer (UK) - Posts: 584 - 13/10/2025 14:22:56    2639759

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Replying To Anto:  "Is there any chance of getting a bit of analysis of the game for people who didn't see the game instead of petty arguements over nothing"
I suppose you could say Gaels got the larger slice of the good fortune in the game. 5+ mins of injury time with the wind, 2 x 2pts for breaches, retaken penalty, etc.
C/S got 1 min added time with the wind, they did score a goal with last kick of the half, well past that minute.

Gaels missed a lot of goal chances and I think they will kick themselves for a slight lack of composure when chasing the game. They probably regret not keeping the scoreboard ticking over in the middle period of the 2nd half.

I thought C/S would hold out but then they coughed up the breach and allowed Quinn to level it, I doubt SG would've got the ball to him to get a shot away from play.

It is usually the team that equalizes that have the better feeling in a draw, but I'd imagine SG will have some regrets.
Was that their chance? Will they be better for the experience? Only time will tell.

It was a very enjoyable game and I am looking forward to the replay

Two_Hops (Sligo) - Posts: 13 - 13/10/2025 14:43:57    2639769

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There's some anti west sentiment on this forum. I haven't been to Keash since it was redeveloped but with the minor senior double header where else could that game have been played? Collooney closed. Tubber has only 2 (substandard) dressing rooms. It was ran well and the weather had very little impact. Of course the west is going to get stuff, the chairman and vice are from there. The county board was run from the south and the town for long enough and sweet * all done. Look at the state of Markievicz. Enniscrone did a fine job.

BreakingBall123 (Sligo) - Posts: 152 - 13/10/2025 15:49:44    2639793

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Enniscrone did a superb job, everything was catered for and no delays getting out. I would imagine the replay not being next week is because they are in the Intermediate final Sunday, Harps while they have great match facilities now wouldn't be able to cater for the crowd Enniscrone had yday. I'd estimate close to 2000 probably. Tubber has the Intermediate Sunday so doubt they will want Senior on Saturday and Inter Sunday so as posters have said where else can ya go?

Eoinog was correct on the whistle owner. There was very little flow permitted in the game and I think Coolera are well within their rights to be annoyed at the outcome. Yes the breach was stupid at the end but the second half was nearly 9 minutes long. 5 minutes were put on the board in a half that had very little stoppages until stoppage time.

As for players, Dillon McDermott looked groggy at times and was slow to get into the action in first half. Quinn played very well and sharp on the frees. Gaels (Lyons) did a decent job on Murphy keeping him to 6 points, 3 from frees. But both sides had some handling errors that turned over possession. Coolera were better on all kickouts and they seemed to cut through Gaels a good few times as their defenders pulled right or left with their man and forgot about the man with the ball. Gaels however had 5/6 good goal chances and only took 1 when you discount the penalty. Harte deserves to be in the county set up and was deservedly man of the match.

I had hinted at a tight game that possibly would need a replay, I'm sorry I'm not a betting man! Gaels will be happy to have another day out but those days usually don't end well for the underdog and I still think they are after this.

Sligoman1234 (Sligo) - Posts: 606 - 13/10/2025 17:26:42    2639822

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Finals should be winner on the day as the Donegal final was yesterday. There was a good few people from both clubs who travelled from abroad for the game and had time booked off work and won't be able to come back again to enjoy the celebrations should their team win. I think all finals should now be winner on the day or at least extra time and reduce the need for replays

muscles (Sligo) - Posts: 491 - 13/10/2025 17:42:04    2639826

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Replying To muscles:  "Finals should be winner on the day as the Donegal final was yesterday. There was a good few people from both clubs who travelled from abroad for the game and had time booked off work and won't be able to come back again to enjoy the celebrations should their team win. I think all finals should now be winner on the day or at least extra time and reduce the need for replays"
Don't agree with you. Just because someone travels back a long distance shouldn't stop a replay. Players deserve another full whack at it before extra time. There was loads of giving out when intercounty games were lost on penalties. There's room in the calendar to allow for it. Granted I'd prefer it this coming weekend but not possible.

I see on social media it is fixed for Sunday 26th at 3pm in Enniscrone with another man from the west to take charge again. The West Awake surely!

Sligoman1234 (Sligo) - Posts: 606 - 13/10/2025 23:09:54    2639863

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Replying To Sligoman1234:  "Don't agree with you. Just because someone travels back a long distance shouldn't stop a replay. Players deserve another full whack at it before extra time. There was loads of giving out when intercounty games were lost on penalties. There's room in the calendar to allow for it. Granted I'd prefer it this coming weekend but not possible.

I see on social media it is fixed for Sunday 26th at 3pm in Enniscrone with another man from the west to take charge again. The West Awake surely!"
I'd agree with sentiments on hosting the game in Enniscrone. Thought it was well hosted and has the room for the crowd. Every time I go back there, there is more work done. The pitch isn't incredible but what a fine facility.
The stranger thing is the clash with the Coolera ladies. Not much thought given to those wanting to see both games. I personally would have loved to have seen it under lights. A replay presented the opportunity for something like that.
As for the change in referee, the best in the county is overseeing the replay in my opinion not that the competition is too stringent.
I fully agree also on a replay and would hope penalties doesn't determine the result.

johncreilly (Sligo) - Posts: 187 - 14/10/2025 12:25:36    2639924

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Replying To Sligoman1234:  "Don't agree with you. Just because someone travels back a long distance shouldn't stop a replay. Players deserve another full whack at it before extra time. There was loads of giving out when intercounty games were lost on penalties. There's room in the calendar to allow for it. Granted I'd prefer it this coming weekend but not possible.

I see on social media it is fixed for Sunday 26th at 3pm in Enniscrone with another man from the west to take charge again. The West Awake surely!"
The players also have time booked off for the celebrations

muscles (Sligo) - Posts: 491 - 14/10/2025 12:43:35    2639928

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Replying To muscles:  "The players also have time booked off for the celebrations"
I'm sure the players are happier to have another day out than have been on the beer yesterday after extra time that could have gone anyway, or given how stoppage time went a bad call go against them. If one team celebrates one must be drowning their sorrows so I'm sure the majority of them won't mind postponing the drink for the chance to win again.

Sligoman1234 (Sligo) - Posts: 606 - 14/10/2025 16:08:28    2639975

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Replying To BreakingBall123:  "There's some anti west sentiment on this forum. I haven't been to Keash since it was redeveloped but with the minor senior double header where else could that game have been played? Collooney closed. Tubber has only 2 (substandard) dressing rooms. It was ran well and the weather had very little impact. Of course the west is going to get stuff, the chairman and vice are from there. The county board was run from the south and the town for long enough and sweet * all done. Look at the state of Markievicz. Enniscrone did a fine job."
I don't believe there's any anti West sentiment on this forum. There is however a bit on disappointment that the West have got so many games and in this I mean group stage of championship games. It's disappointing that a new administration which we were all told would be completely different from the old one is actually mirroring the very same stuff. It wasn't right that Bunnyland was getting all the game's for a few years and now it' seems it:s payback where all clubs have to head west. It's difficult to have faith in the Co Board for big decisions with this type of childish behavior.
Anyway enough about politics. I said before the senior final that I would be selfish and hope for a draw. I did very well getting 2 drawn finals over the weekend. Wasn't it ironic that both games concluded with 2 pointers. Coolera will be the most disappointed. They couldn't shake off the Gaels who kept coming back at them. They were my tip at the onset of the championship but will they get over the line the next day? Underdogs normally only get one bite at the cherry. A replay is the correct decision. Anyone who travelled over for the game witnessed a great game. Most of them will travel again. Remember the slogan. Nothing beats being there

eoinog (Sligo) - Posts: 2253 - 14/10/2025 17:48:39    2639993

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Replying To eoinog:  "I don't believe there's any anti West sentiment on this forum. There is however a bit on disappointment that the West have got so many games and in this I mean group stage of championship games. It's disappointing that a new administration which we were all told would be completely different from the old one is actually mirroring the very same stuff. It wasn't right that Bunnyland was getting all the game's for a few years and now it' seems it:s payback where all clubs have to head west. It's difficult to have faith in the Co Board for big decisions with this type of childish behavior.
Anyway enough about politics. I said before the senior final that I would be selfish and hope for a draw. I did very well getting 2 drawn finals over the weekend. Wasn't it ironic that both games concluded with 2 pointers. Coolera will be the most disappointed. They couldn't shake off the Gaels who kept coming back at them. They were my tip at the onset of the championship but will they get over the line the next day? Underdogs normally only get one bite at the cherry. A replay is the correct decision. Anyone who travelled over for the game witnessed a great game. Most of them will travel again. Remember the slogan. Nothing beats being there"
Ah there is. I will agree that some venues for group games were bizarre but I'm not the one picking the venues. The groups finished a good while ago now though and you're still on about it.

Another poster posted and I quote 'I know it's long been announced but it's such a shame that this game is Enniscrone. Other than the two sets of supporters I don't see too many being at this game, Tubbercurry Keash or Collooney all would have been better locations'.

As I've pointed out none of these venues could host a double header.

In fact contrary to posters views there was a really strong neutral contingent at the game.

Now I see the replay is at the same venue and there could be an argument it be held in Tubber but I'm sure there'll be giving out irregardless.

BreakingBall123 (Sligo) - Posts: 152 - 14/10/2025 21:44:13    2640025

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Replying To BreakingBall123:  "Ah there is. I will agree that some venues for group games were bizarre but I'm not the one picking the venues. The groups finished a good while ago now though and you're still on about it.

Another poster posted and I quote 'I know it's long been announced but it's such a shame that this game is Enniscrone. Other than the two sets of supporters I don't see too many being at this game, Tubbercurry Keash or Collooney all would have been better locations'.

As I've pointed out none of these venues could host a double header.

In fact contrary to posters views there was a really strong neutral contingent at the game.

Now I see the replay is at the same venue and there could be an argument it be held in Tubber but I'm sure there'll be giving out irregardless."
In my defence the only reason I brought the venue up again was to reply to your post. If the upcoming Co convention is held in the Diamond Coast then I will certainly throw my hat at it. ))
For the replay which no one envisaged happening even though it's the second co final to finish level in a row, the replay staying in Enniscrone is correct. They did a very good job last week.

We cannot rule out an intermediate draw which would tie up the Tubber pitch the following week!!

Keash is a superb venue but it's not a runner for a co final. The dressing rooms situated so close to the pitch are great but it works against them when trying to maximize a really big crowd as spectators can't stand in front of them.
If I have a bee in my bonnet it's because I really want home and away for the group stages.

At any rate I will be in Tourlestrane on Sat (more stewards please) and Tubber on Sunday.
Hoping for more good games.

eoinog (Sligo) - Posts: 2253 - 15/10/2025 08:52:17    2640059

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Coolera will be disappointed that they let a 5 point slip in injury time. However, I feel that they are capable of playing better, Murphy missing one or two easy chances never usually happens two games in a row. Hard to know if SG didn't perform or were they not allowed to perform, whatever way their performance will have to improve if they want to win Owen B. There's no doubt about it they way fortunate, the penalty retake (foul was marginally outside in the first instance, although very hard to call in real time), a 2 pointer free retaken after Quinn had missed the first attempt, soft frees going their way and inconsistency in hoping balls for taken too long and moving up frees 50 metres for not handing the ball back, all benefited them.

I must had been watching a different game to the poster that said Quinn had a good game, other than placed balls he was anonymous. He is very good from dead balls but you would be expecting more from your main man, some credit must go Laffey who nullified him. Murphy and Lyons had a great battle, I think Murphy just edged, only 0-03 from play but set up scores for others. R Doherty and McDaniel were exceptional in the second half, lost count of how many Kick Outs Doherty collected. I thought Sherridan was impressive for SG. Lee Deignan was good in parts but will be disappointed that at least one of his goal efforts didn't go in, although Sean Murphy did kick 1-01 at the other end. Keelan Harte is the best keeper in the county, no question about it.

Still very hard to know who will win the next day as both sides will feel that there is more in them. Keelan Cawley came off at the same point as he did in the semi, if they could get extra minutes into him and Ross O'Carroll the next day that would be a major boost to Coolera. Was Sean Carroll taken off due to an injury? He has a serious burst off pace and helps SG transfer from defence to attack seamlessly, would be a loss if unavailable for the replay.

laochragael (Sligo) - Posts: 15 - 15/10/2025 10:45:57    2640083

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