Have to agree with clondalkindub here, very refreshing to hear a mangager speak their mind rather than the usual cliches. Most of the time I could actually tell you what a manager was going to say in pre/post match interview before they even say it.

ConnollyDub (Dublin) - Posts: 2007 - 29/05/2015 12:53:01    1729949

Well im just hoping for a cracking match... I think we'll get that. I'm also certain galway will win. Hopefully a few make the trip up!!!

tribeinbrum (Galway) - Posts: 4155 - 29/05/2015 15:06:09    1730024

Connollydub: let me start with a disclaimer; my history of posting to this site shows I am a great fan of Dublin hurling. They're my go-to team after Galway's inevitable implosion in July.

But to your point about how far Dublin hurling has come, while that is definitely true, there's also no taking away from the fact that a part of the talk about Galway creating a shock by beating ye is based on how far Galway hurling has fallen. Since our defeat in '12 in the replay we've gone steadily downhill.

festinog (Galway) - Posts: 3097 - 29/05/2015 15:18:00    1730035

whats he looking for revenge for?
we beat them handy that day
there was no needle
if thats the case just because we beat them then surely you would look for revenge everytime you lost a match
wouldnt you?

hill16no1man (Dublin) - Posts: 12665 - 29/05/2015 15:26:26    1730041

Cunningham is talking balls Hill, nothing new there.We were beaten fair and square in 2013 I can assure you nobody is Galway is looking for 'revenge' against the Dublin hurlers.
Most of us would love to see the Dubs win McCarthy is we can't .

Barnowl94 (Galway) - Posts: 3150 - 29/05/2015 17:18:04    1730091

Hill, as someone as already pointed out, Cunningham lost the plot completely when he came out with his "our minds were on the [fill in random next game]" to excuse to consecutive defeats this year.

I'm left with the distinct impression of a man who's hoping that these public pronouncements might inspire a team that has clearly stopped listening to his private mutterings.

festinog (Galway) - Posts: 3097 - 29/05/2015 20:47:55    1730139

Nolan
Ocallaghan
Kelly
SChutte
Carton
Crummey
Keaney
Lambert
Mccaffrey
Sutcliffe
Rushe
Dwyer
Dotsy
Treacy
SChutte

Dublin team announced

Brianmac78 (Dublin) - Posts: 1168 - 29/05/2015 20:59:06    1730145

Sorry dark in not carton at wing back

Brianmac78 (Dublin) - Posts: 1168 - 29/05/2015 21:26:10    1730154

Everything points towards a Dublin win in this one. Home advantage, no injury concerns, a good new manager who has them going well again after last years blip. Galway has a great club scene, but it hasn't worked at intercounty level (apart from 2012) for a number of years. Could be a good game if Galway show up and play to their potential, but they rarely do unfortunately. Dublin by 5 points.

enver (Limerick) - Posts: 128 - 30/05/2015 09:48:54    1730175

Dont undertand how Mick Carton and Com Cronin arent in the team, I feel they should be

stekhli (Dublin) - Posts: 3121 - 30/05/2015 11:12:02    1730183

I agree regarding Cronin but it's good to have someone like him to bring on for impact. Word is Carton starts wing back Shane to the corner with P SChutte out inj.

Brianmac78 (Dublin) - Posts: 1168 - 30/05/2015 12:11:39    1730196

The expectation will be for the winner of Dublin v Galway to make the final against Kilkenny.

legendzxix (Kerry) - Posts: 7859 - 30/05/2015 12:58:28    1730205

Wheres Gary Maguire?Not sure about having 1 northsider on the team.Reminds me of the bad old days:)

cuederocket (Dublin) - Posts: 5084 - 30/05/2015 13:21:00    1730212

I've a strong feeling for Galway to win this game, im not sure the Dub forwards are good enough to get the better of Galway backs while you can be sure at the other end the likes of Glynn, Canning, Flynn and Mannion are gonna do a lot of damage

stekhli (Dublin) - Posts: 3121 - 30/05/2015 14:15:14    1730225

So much for Galway being ravaged by injuries

Brianmac78 (Dublin) - Posts: 1168 - 30/05/2015 14:56:25    1730231

Listening to Cathal Moore on the radio and Galway posters on here, not a lot of confidence about their chances. I think Galway will turn up big time in Croke Park tomorrow, and not only could they take Dublin out but could go on and win Leinster. Dublin will have to be on their game and expecting a great match tomorrow.

clonjon (Dublin) - Posts: 665 - 30/05/2015 15:26:03    1730239

Conor Cooney, Daithi Burke, David Burke and Niall Burke are all injured. The first three would all probably start the game if fit. Niall Burke would have a chance of starting but would probably be on the bench.

Marooned (Galway) - Posts: 2216 - 30/05/2015 16:07:09    1730258

I just cant see Galway not turning in a good performance.Its not going to happen.Forget the league.Cunningham didnt stay on board for the team to throw in an abject performance tomorrow.This is the date in the calendar that both teams have pencilled in since the draw.A win for either opens up the year nicely.Galway have a few lads out injured.Again,this is a normal thing.Rarely does a team have a full hand to choose from.Galways team looks strong to me.As does our own team.I never saw this game as anything other than 50/50.If Galway can keep Sutcliffe and Schutte quiet,it will go along way to recording a victory.Can we create and score a couple of goals,as this has been our achilles heel over the years.All will be revealed in 24 hours time.

cuederocket (Dublin) - Posts: 5084 - 30/05/2015 16:27:30    1730274

Dublin to win , tight affair but have a feeling 5 -6 pt win , but with two of the most unpredictable teams to ever take to the field the Rory McIlroys of hurling god knows whos going to turn up and what will happen . Really looking forward to game , jersey in wash ,safe journey anyone travelling to game .

Damothedub (Dublin) - Posts: 5193 - 30/05/2015 16:41:47    1730280

No matter what Dublin's form is and no matter what disarray Galway are in, no Galway player is going to ever believe they cannot beat Dublin. That is the one thing Dublin have to try and get over - because nearly county will feel they can beat Dublin.

arock (Dublin) - Posts: 4897 - 30/05/2015 17:37:37    1730295