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workrider
13 Oct 11 21:51
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we put derry to the sword tonight ....rovers the champions of all ireland , once again showed their determination to retain their title ...a flowing second half by the champions finally broke derry hearts ...rovers were by far the better team and won in racing parlance, pulling up...some fans will no doubt be anxious to say that its possible for us to lose .. they were last seen walking around th grounds of grangegorman.....chanting ...we're coming to get you ...we're coming coming to get you....we're coming to get you.... doctors are positive this condition can be reversed with time...we wish those fans well in their recovery.....Laugh
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Report wildmanfromborneo October 13, 2011 10:06 PM BST
Well done Rovers definitely over now,have noticed no sign of Giant Strides he was saying bad things going on in his life so i hope he is alright.
Report huddys October 13, 2011 10:22 PM BST
just back great fight and battle from the lads tonight great ah workrider,derry gave us a real good game but taught we were great in the 2nd half,great atmosphere in the ground,HERE WE GO 2 IN A ROWLaughLaugh[;)]Blush
Report Sligored October 13, 2011 10:26 PM BST
You dont know how hard it is for me to say this but congrats to shamrock rovers.
The best team always win the league. Enjoy the celebrations.
Report huddys October 13, 2011 10:32 PM BST
fair play sligored
Report workrider October 13, 2011 10:42 PM BST
showing your true colours sligored thanks mate ...you're a true sportsman...yes huddys tough game tonight derry gave their all and were always going to be hard to beat...wildman it was a good game hope you got a chance to watch it..watching on rte player as we speak..yeah in all fairness i hope alls well with giant,,as for that clown sof......Laugh
Report soldieroffortune October 13, 2011 10:55 PM BST
...... This is the out-of-office reply service for the soldieroffortune, he has now left the Forum for a considerable period of time and is currently residing in Lough Derg ...... please do not attempt to contact him for the foreseeable future, and that applies most of all to Mrs soldieroffortune and workrider ......
Report MJK October 14, 2011 6:55 AM BST
The cream always rises to the top
Report workrider October 14, 2011 11:08 AM BST
sof...Laugh..i bet those dry biscuits taste great.....Laugh
Report norn iron October 14, 2011 11:46 AM BST
LaughREALLY FANCY WINNING IRISHP2P OUR ISLAND 320 CHELT . DEFF HORSE FOR FUTURE EVEN IF NOT TODAY
Report workrider October 14, 2011 11:53 AM BST
you get those dates for down royal sorted ....?
Report workrider October 14, 2011 12:04 PM BST
had a little on that on your advice..£25 win @ 7.2 £30 place @ 2.73...if it dont win you're in trouble....Laugh
Report norn iron October 14, 2011 12:17 PM BST
NOV 4/5 IM DEFF GOING  BOTH DAYS BUT SAT IS OVERCROWDED GOOD OFFERS ON DOWN ROYAL WEBSITE ON PUNTERS PACKS PREMIER MIGHT COME UP AND TRYING GET SOF AND FEW INVOLVED ILL SORT OUT CHEAP DIGS FOR THEM IF THEY WANT STOP OVER @ 3£ PINT IM SURE A FEW WILL BE KEEN . YOU FANCY ANY THE IRISH RUNNERS @ CHELT ?
Report workrider October 14, 2011 3:32 PM BST
sorry norn never saw your inquiry ..your busy should run well..will love the track and ground imo....
Report norn iron October 14, 2011 3:43 PM BST
GROUND VERY QUICK NO MORE BETS  TIL ASCOT THINK DANCING RAIN WILL WIN AND NATHENIAL CRACKING EWAY AGAINEST SO YU THINK
Report workrider October 14, 2011 3:47 PM BST
the juries still out on syt for me..i have never been impressed with this fellow...midday might give him a run for his money ..a smashing mare who takes her racing well ..she just might be a bit of value tomorrow....
Report workrider October 14, 2011 4:02 PM BST
ffs ruby caught napping imo....
Report norn iron October 14, 2011 4:09 PM BST
WASNT WATCHN WHAT HAPPEN ? ANY THING DO WITH WHIP RULES?
Report Sligored October 14, 2011 4:12 PM BST
Landed on all fours over the last in the back straight and in fairness to ruby he gave the horse a chance to recover and come again.
A good jump at that fence and he could have won by 10 lengths.
Report workrider October 14, 2011 4:18 PM BST
he stood a long way off it and jumped it from outside the wings ..i was amazed the way he jumped round ..loved every minute of it ..at galway he was always up there..i thought ruby was a  little out of his ground tbh....he really should have won....
Report Monte Christo October 14, 2011 5:31 PM BST
Congrats WR.

Thought we matched ye in the first half but second half once you got the goal you were in control.

Good season for the candystripes though and we have the nucleus of a young local team which can hopefully challenge again next year.

Rovers are worthy champs though.
Report workrider October 14, 2011 5:46 PM BST
thanks monte ...very kind of you...great second half from us .i thought derry were a little unlucky not to be ahead at half time ...they play a nice blend of football and kenny is imo a fine manager. a really fine show this season from the young guns..with little or nothing to work on from last season i think ye were the surprise packet of the league..your young players did themselves proud ..i was delighted when farren came on...great to see him back and healthy...  the guy sitting beside me , a big man as well turned to me and said , i can take him off my prayer list ..i was amazed and looked at him waiting for a sarcastic comment...do you know what , he really ment it...i said to him thats really smashing for you to say that..i think he got a little embarrassed ...but he echoed the sentiments of a lot of loi fans....
Report Monte Christo October 14, 2011 5:58 PM BST
Some very nice comments there wr and its great to hear.

At the end of the day despite all the rivalry its only a game ( a welcome release from the day to day sh1te we all have to endure).

Your boys still have the europa league to play out whilst I can now concentrate on the NH seasonHappy

Best of luck.
Report workrider October 14, 2011 6:28 PM BST
tell me monte , my son was saying even if derry finish third they cant play in europe next season ...why is that....?
Report workrider October 14, 2011 7:57 PM BST
the strike by greek workers having a big effect on my lads travel plans and all rovers supporters ...they are holding a massive strike the day they are due to arrive..hopefully this will sort itself out soon....
Report Monte Christo October 14, 2011 8:02 PM BST
Hi wr sorry for not replying to your post.

Apparently there is a uefa regulation about having three years a/cs but as derry are only a new co. they will get around this apparently.

Problem is that the brandywell might not be allowed to be used as a venue or if it is then only the southend park stand can be used.
Report workrider October 14, 2011 8:19 PM BST
strange alright ..hopefully if you do qualify it'll get sorted....
Report Monte Christo October 14, 2011 8:24 PM BST
Cheers we need to make sure we actually get the job done then worry about the logistics.
Report Sligored October 15, 2011 12:01 AM BST
monte - not a problem with the brandywell - its just clubs cant leave their debtors up **** creek and then arrive at the top table 2 years later. Derry will be a serious team next year with the mclean money.
Report Giant Strides October 16, 2011 7:22 AM BST
Well done again Rovers. I might have been a different story if Sligo had beaten Pats but they couldn't afford any slip ups.  Derry included, they all shot each other in the foot.
Nice of you to notice wmfb and wr that I was missing. Ironic that 2 posters that I've had huge arguments with were the ones.
And you were right unfortunately. My mother passed away. The previous stuff pales into insignificance now.
Just trying to get back to normal starting with a Bohs win today. In hope more than expectation though.
Report MJK October 16, 2011 9:48 AM BST
Condolences GS, it doesn't get easier however older you get. All you can do is try to give your own kids the same help in life that you got from your parents.
Report norn iron October 16, 2011 9:58 AM BST
GIANT MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MY MUM WAS WELSH AND DIED 10 YR AGO AND IM PROUD ENUFF TOO SAY I CRY EVERYTIME I HEAR THAT NATIONAL ANTHEM AND I NO SHE BE CURSING THAT REFEREE YESTERDAY . TIME IS THE ONLY HEALER BUT ITS TRUE SAYING YOU CAN HAVE LOTS FRIENDS /GIRLFRIENDS/WIVES BUT ONLY ONE MUM.
Report workrider October 16, 2011 10:25 AM BST
really sorry to hear that giant ...my mother died when i was 10... in a way you were blessed that you had such a long time with her ...i know it will be hard for you ...she will mind you even now , i'm sure she was proud to call you her son...as norn said we only have one mum ...may she rest in peace ...
Report Giant Strides October 16, 2011 11:09 AM BST
Thanks very much lads. Sorry for your own losses NORN and wr.
She was a good age and enjoyed life but it certainly doesn't make it any easier as you say MJK.
Have a good day.
Report huddys October 16, 2011 9:08 PM BST
very sorry to hear your bad news,rest in peace
Report Newmanix October 16, 2011 11:18 PM BST
keep the head up Giant.
Report soldieroffortune October 16, 2011 11:22 PM BST
Giant all the best to you my friend.
Report Giant Strides October 17, 2011 6:57 AM BST
Thanks guys.
Report Sligored October 17, 2011 9:40 AM BST
Sorry to hear you sad news giant. I feel guilty now taking your place at the cup final. RIP .
Report Rocketfingers October 17, 2011 11:50 AM BST
Very sorry to hear about your loss Giant, life is so cruel and complicated at times. RIP.
Report tobywong. October 17, 2011 2:05 PM BST
sorry to hear that RIP
Report neill d October 17, 2011 6:00 PM BST
Very sorry to hear that Giant, I couldn't imagine how tough that must be.
Report Newmanix October 17, 2011 7:03 PM BST
Giant, were you looking after her? I remembered reading a post where a forumite was looking after his mum.  I had to put my mum into a nursing home after a very bad stroke, and I tell you its heart breaking to watch a person who you love have a sh1te quality of life.
Report Giant Strides October 17, 2011 7:16 PM BST
That wasn't me Newmanix. She was an independent woman who was out and about helping the neighbours the day she died. That's not to say she was in good health, but she fought against her many problems. Very much an inspiration to me.
I hope that situation improves for your own mother. I think we all would prefer to go with dignity. 
Thanks again lads. Appreciated.
Report Newmanix October 17, 2011 7:24 PM BST
Such is life.  Onwards and upwards Giant.
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