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Meath V Louth Leinster Final

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Replying To Tobefair80:  "I have to agree with a lot of the posters here regarding Mulroy's freedom of Croke Park, i just couldn't believe how he wasn't man marked. The tactic seemed to be drop a forward to him to close off the space, Kinsella and Costello spent a good bit of time in and around him but apart from taking away from their own game it just isn't enough. It needs to be a man marker all day long.
Also couldn't understand Walshe's role when he came on, spent most of his time in the fullback/halfback line, assuming this wasn't supposed to happen. This takes game management from some of the leaders of the team to get the shape rite and that's where Louth's experience kicks in. Not a fan of bringing in Lynch either, he is way too lightweight for a game like that as it showed, way better options on the bench.
But all things considered we would have jumped at these problems in the last few years so onwards and upwards.

Just a query, how many of the minor winning panel is currently with the seniors?"
we currently have only 1 from the all ireland winning minor team on the main squad , a few players on the development squad but a major problem with that crop , last years 20s and this years 20s is that a lot of them are playing a low level of football with average clubs , my solution would be is to develop our senior championship like the kerry module and create divisional teams for intermediate and junior teams and let these lads play a higher grade mainly senor football and see how they develop , the current regional competition is good but bears really no fruit and at a wrong time of the year , these talented players nowadays need to be playing at least senior football to develop fully , correct me if im wrong but thats my solution . also a lot of good young lads heading to the us for the summer wether its right or not clubs are gonna get decimated but id have done the same myself it was young lol

brian (Meath) - Posts: 1982 - 13/05/2025 12:45:13    2609182

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Replying To southmeathgael:  "Is this a serious post ?"
What do you find unserious ? That Cathal Hickey could have helped with breaking ball or that Jamie Murphy should have been involved?

Sheridan2010louth (Meath) - Posts: 233 - 13/05/2025 12:51:33    2609185

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Replying To ged:  "Bit strong to call it pathetic - Look I was merely making the point that the small decisions such as the free for 2pts for Louth or even McKenny holding on to the ball on the sideline resulting in a 2 pointer for Meath all matter when it comes down the stretch. I mentioned already on the forum which anyone is entitled to comment (even if not ones county) that all supporters and both teams were fantastic for creating the great occasion that it was. Meath fans all around me and my family in different areas couldn't have been more gracious and friendly. What happened in 10 was wrong in so many levels and everyone acknowledges that. I wish Meath good luck for the group stages where a good performance in Páirc Tailteann will see you in to the last 12. Apologies if my comments were interpreted as inflammatory."
Ged, just wondering we all know referee wronged Louth in 2010. But now Louth beat Meath in Leinster final doesn't right the wrong of 2010. But defo lays the some ghosts to rest ? But looking back after a brilliant Louth victory Sunday. Did Louth over react ? Mostly fueled by over bias against Meath and playing to the narrative. As a Meath living Louth hopefully life might be a little easier going forward LOL.

bobkarlgees (Meath) - Posts: 1269 - 13/05/2025 12:59:41    2609193

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Replying To Northsidegaels:  "Could Mcivor be an option at midfield or will it take more time? What about Harkin and Murphy in the forwards will they see any game time this year?"
McIvor & Harkin still young and eligible for 20s next year, potential step ups are Murphy, Stafford & Martyn which might sneak into the panel but can't see them making any appearances this year.

LowerHogan (Meath) - Posts: 69 - 13/05/2025 13:04:26    2609195

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Replying To bobkarlgees:  "Ged, just wondering we all know referee wronged Louth in 2010. But now Louth beat Meath in Leinster final doesn't right the wrong of 2010. But defo lays the some ghosts to rest ? But looking back after a brilliant Louth victory Sunday. Did Louth over react ? Mostly fueled by over bias against Meath and playing to the narrative. As a Meath living Louth hopefully life might be a little easier going forward LOL."
2010 dead and buried thankfully. Did Louth react - I take it you mean, the celebrations - def not as things like that are so rare. 68 years in our case. Dublin winning Delaney cups year on year got a polite applause each time as it meant little at that point. If Meath won Sunday - I do think it would have been equally as celebrated due to the length of time since the previous significant win.

ged (Louth) - Posts: 317 - 13/05/2025 14:03:28    2609221

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Replying To bobkarlgees:  "Anyone know what the latest is with Conor Gray ? Is he available and not been selected or is he injured/not available ?
He brilliant for us in 2023. I know he was sick most of last year."
There were a few players who were brilliant for us on 2023 but its now 2025 and going on what Gray produced in last few years then I would safely say he is just not being selected.

Analyst (Meath) - Posts: 1508 - 13/05/2025 14:26:54    2609233

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Replying To Ollie2:  "Lads very unlucky. I thought once Costello had scored the goal for Meath the Royals would win but fair play to Louth dug deep. The Meath supporters around me were gracious in defeat. There were two young Meath brothers who were obviously disappointed and down in the dumps. I told that Meath will be back and that today was a day I thought I would never see Louth lifting Delaney. Best of luck for the rest of the campaign."
Congrats to you and to Louth. Deserved winners! Hopefully we can still have a good year in the championship

Meath10 (Meath) - Posts: 200 - 13/05/2025 14:55:59    2609241

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On the topic of lads from 2023, what happened to Jack O Connor? He looked set to make a breakthrough.

Spoofer (Meath) - Posts: 52 - 13/05/2025 16:20:25    2609281

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Replying To Ollie2:  "Lads very unlucky. I thought once Costello had scored the goal for Meath the Royals would win but fair play to Louth dug deep. The Meath supporters around me were gracious in defeat. There were two young Meath brothers who were obviously disappointed and down in the dumps. I told that Meath will be back and that today was a day I thought I would never see Louth lifting Delaney. Best of luck for the rest of the campaign."
Congrats Ollie great scenes at the end and a great day for Louth, enjoy the celebrations.

Royal.Legend (Meath) - Posts: 713 - 13/05/2025 18:18:00    2609321

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