Centre back Hayden Cann puts Drogs 2-1 up during 10 mins of stoppage time.

Game on. Jamie Gullan equalises with free after Drogs GK Jethren Barr sent off for hauling down sub Cameron Elliott on edge of box. 10 mins left (plus stoppage for another pyro on pitch - from away section).

First pyro warning sounded on PA just before kickoff. Louth derbies 1pm nowadays.

Prospect of FAI’s Pathways Plan, especially summer football shift, being put to a ballot of General Assembly members later in year floated at tonight’s mtg. Remote control and conciliatory language ensured civility in exchanges.
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It’s all kicking off – or for boys and girls, it’s not. Been brewing for years but onus on FAI to resolve swiftly.
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Ipswich Town’s success under Kieran McKenna is a truly remarkable story.

When he was appointed in December 2021: 12th in League 1.

April 2024: one point away from the Premier League.

Incredible winning momentum.

Next Thursday's FPP update by Director of Football to FAI's General Assembly - around 140 or so of them - promises to be interesting.

The problems and paucity of resources have been highlighted since 2021 but if it’s still talk and no action by the next annual update after general election you’ll know where FAI’s credibility sits.

At least there's no Ireland manager he'll miss out on impressing.

Stalemate at Tolka and Shels stay top. Terrible pitch meant this was no spectacle.

Keith Long, James Keddy and even a Stephen Kenny return was explored but Dundalk have turned to an inveterate King to spearhead quest of avoiding the end of their 16-year Premier Division existence. Never a dull moment around Oriel.
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Waterford lead at break through Maleace Asamoah’s 13th minute close range finish. All the St Pat’s attack have to show is the booking Mason Melia picked up for a dive in the box. Wasn’t a pen but seemed harsh, seen live.

As flagged, revised aim is to have head coach for start of Nations League v England on Sept 7.
John O’Shea offered interim role again for June friendlies.
Marc Canham understands frustration and confusion caused by missed deadlines.

That’s the Nations League wiped for Gavin. Unfortunate to occur in warm up too.

Jimmy Corcoran was given a second yellow & sent off for Ireland U17 in the U17 Euros QFs back in 2018 after getting booked for *allegedly* coming off his line in the shootout after being booked during the game. A reason the rule change was made.

FAI update on gaffer delay – likely holding statement – due over next 24/48 hrs. Recruitment/arrival of CEO to take at least six months. Some info shared with staff by Chairman Tony Keohane at “townhall” mtg, an Abbotstown in-person/remote combo. Story to follow Irish Examiner Sport

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No developments this week, none expected next week either…round and round they go.
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