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The lad that goes around collecting bottles and cans during and after games in Cusack must have the 10% deposit down on the mortgage at this rate.

iarmhiabu (Westmeath) - Posts: 260 - 17/10/2025 14:45:35    2640415

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "What is the problem with being from Ballycomoyle?"
Surely you can understand he's pointing out geographical differences.

OverTheHill85 (Westmeath) - Posts: 150 - 17/10/2025 16:41:39    2640437

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Replying To Iarmhisamhi:  "I'll just predict the senior final, as I haven't seen much of the other grades to make a call on them. I think the Downs-Kinnegad will be very close- 1 or 2 points either way. The group game where the Downs won easily has absolutely no bearing on this fixture. As well as that, teams that win semi-finals at a canter often find it difficult to get to the pitch of a final, and let's face it, the second half of the Mullingar semi-final was a non-event, whereas Kinnegad had to play to a high level all through to beat Lomans, who have been great champions but are not the team they were.
If a fit Mitchell plays, The Downs to win by 2/3, if not, and I don't think he will, then a draw or Kinnegad could sneak it. I know I'm catching a lot of scenarios here, but he is such an outlet for them in terms of laying off possession and linking that it really matters. Anyone who says that the Downs will steamroll Kinnegad may not be factoring in the local derby aspect of this fixture, as well as Kinnegad's rising confidence since the Athlone game. Really looking forward to it."
I have seen The Downs on 3 occasions and Kinnegad on 3 occasions and The Downs will win it handy, I don't know where you are getting that it will be a point or 2 either way, The Downs are far superior to CK, The only scenario where CK could have a small chance is if The Downs have an off day and CK play out of their skins, only then could CK get to within a couple of points in my opinion. But everyone entitled to their own views.

dec (None) - Posts: 307 - 17/10/2025 16:47:43    2640440

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Congrats to Luke and Sam on there Tailteann Cup team selection, our two best all year.

A_Chairde (Westmeath) - Posts: 331 - 18/10/2025 10:07:55    2640479

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Replying To dec:  "I have seen The Downs on 3 occasions and Kinnegad on 3 occasions and The Downs will win it handy, I don't know where you are getting that it will be a point or 2 either way, The Downs are far superior to CK, The only scenario where CK could have a small chance is if The Downs have an off day and CK play out of their skins, only then could CK get to within a couple of points in my opinion. But everyone entitled to their own views."
The Downs should win but a lot of pressure on them to deliver , whereas Kinnegad were relegated with 10 minutes left in Athlone game and out of nowhere are in a county final. Its on all the day really. Have The Downs players playing for Plunketts, Turin or Delvin such is there pick.

A_Chairde (Westmeath) - Posts: 331 - 18/10/2025 11:52:24    2640484

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Replying To OverTheHill85:  "Surely you can understand he's pointing out geographical differences."
I wouldn't bet on that

Claretandblue (Westmeath) - Posts: 2417 - 18/10/2025 14:21:32    2640506

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Replying To dec:  "I have seen The Downs on 3 occasions and Kinnegad on 3 occasions and The Downs will win it handy, I don't know where you are getting that it will be a point or 2 either way, The Downs are far superior to CK, The only scenario where CK could have a small chance is if The Downs have an off day and CK play out of their skins, only then could CK get to within a couple of points in my opinion. But everyone entitled to their own views."
Yes. But it's a final. A once off and while I absolutely agree the Downs have been superior, there are no guarantees. After all, Kinnegad only win finals every 29 years.

Iarmhisamhi (Westmeath) - Posts: 31 - 18/10/2025 21:06:59    2640560

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Have to wonder who has the bright idea to play our county finals on the last possible weekend in the calendar and then have them go to midweek replays instead of finishing on the day. Can't have it both ways, it's not fair on the players.

Iakecounty90 (Westmeath) - Posts: 34 - 18/10/2025 22:07:01    2640573

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Replying To Iakecounty90:  "Have to wonder who has the bright idea to play our county finals on the last possible weekend in the calendar and then have them go to midweek replays instead of finishing on the day. Can't have it both ways, it's not fair on the players."
Is that confirmed? I would have thought both games would go to extra time and penalties if required.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 699 - 20/10/2025 08:43:29    2640724

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Replying To Iakecounty90:  "Have to wonder who has the bright idea to play our county finals on the last possible weekend in the calendar and then have them go to midweek replays instead of finishing on the day. Can't have it both ways, it's not fair on the players."
Well you won't need a replay for the Senior Football Final. Watched the Dublin Final on Saturday evening, nothing for The Downs to fear in Leinster with Naas gone too.

iarmhiabu (Westmeath) - Posts: 260 - 20/10/2025 10:25:57    2640758

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Replying To Meridian:  "Is that confirmed? I would have thought both games would go to extra time and penalties if required."
Football Competition Regulations 2025:

Should the final, end in a draw, there shall be a replay. Should the teams finish level in the replay, extra-time, and finish on the day (i.e., penalties if necessary following extra-time) shall apply.

In all other knock-out games, in the event of a draw at the end of normal time, extra-time and finish on the day (i.e., penalties, if necessary, following extra-time) shall apply.

JoxerDaly (Westmeath) - Posts: 35 - 20/10/2025 10:32:31    2640760

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Replying To Iakecounty90:  "Have to wonder who has the bright idea to play our county finals on the last possible weekend in the calendar and then have them go to midweek replays instead of finishing on the day. Can't have it both ways, it's not fair on the players."
Maybe you didn't notice but there were 8-9 county finals on nationally at the weekend and 8-9 more this weekend? Some counties not even at that stage. Does every county get it wrong so??

Claretandblue (Westmeath) - Posts: 2417 - 20/10/2025 11:04:29    2640765

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "Well you won't need a replay for the Senior Football Final. Watched the Dublin Final on Saturday evening, nothing for The Downs to fear in Leinster with Naas gone too."
A very naive comment about the Dublin Final. 2 Footballing heavyweights cancelling each other out. It may not have been a great footballing spectacle but the standard of play, ball retention and scores were excellent.

Meridian (Westmeath) - Posts: 699 - 20/10/2025 11:52:04    2640774

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Replying To Claretandblue:  "Maybe you didn't notice but there were 8-9 county finals on nationally at the weekend and 8-9 more this weekend? Some counties not even at that stage. Does every county get it wrong so??"
And how many have replays scheduled two-three days after the initial finals? You've missed my point. Nothing wrong with playing finals now, but if you're going to leave it so tight to first round of Leinster you cannot have replays in place in event of a draw. If you want replays, play them earlier, if you want them on this week, finish on the day. Can't have it both ways.

Iakecounty90 (Westmeath) - Posts: 34 - 20/10/2025 11:58:29    2640776

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Replying To Meridian:  "Is that confirmed? I would have thought both games would go to extra time and penalties if required."
Yes intermediate finalists told in event of draw Saturday, they will play replay Tuesday followed by first round of Leinster that Saturday again.

Iakecounty90 (Westmeath) - Posts: 34 - 20/10/2025 11:59:46    2640777

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I think the finalists should go to extra time in the event of a draw on the first day, as it is the day when everyone expects to get a result. To my mind, we aren't giving the best opportunity to find a winner. I was at both drawn games at the weekend in hurling, and the crowd stayed in their seats expecting extra time. Is that a Croke Park directive, or can each county decide? I thiink it definitely should be reviewed.

Iarmhisamhi (Westmeath) - Posts: 31 - 20/10/2025 13:14:47    2640798

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "Well you won't need a replay for the Senior Football Final. Watched the Dublin Final on Saturday evening, nothing for The Downs to fear in Leinster with Naas gone too."
Great confidence on this forum for the downs, Kinnegad may aswell not show up it is going to be such a cake walk for na dunta. This is the same team who have only one one county title in 20 years. kinnegad I would say feared lomans more. Should be a great final for the neutral

Ayardout (Westmeath) - Posts: 16 - 20/10/2025 13:22:58    2640801

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Replying To Meridian:  "A very naive comment about the Dublin Final. 2 Footballing heavyweights cancelling each other out. It may not have been a great footballing spectacle but the standard of play, ball retention and scores were excellent."
The Downs would be a match for either of the teams.

iarmhiabu (Westmeath) - Posts: 260 - 20/10/2025 15:57:01    2640839

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Replying To iarmhiabu:  "The Downs would be a match for either of the teams."
Obviously a kinnegad supporter with all your recent posts. CTG hot favorites in the hurling & look what happened. Kinnegad have a huge chance on Sunday, no point talking about a leinster campaign until sunday evening.

Left Full (Westmeath) - Posts: 264 - 20/10/2025 20:01:19    2640874

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Replying To Iarmhisamhi:  "I think the finalists should go to extra time in the event of a draw on the first day, as it is the day when everyone expects to get a result. To my mind, we aren't giving the best opportunity to find a winner. I was at both drawn games at the weekend in hurling, and the crowd stayed in their seats expecting extra time. Is that a Croke Park directive, or can each county decide? I thiink it definitely should be reviewed."
Totally disagree. Better to go at it again. Teams invest so much into a county final that in the event of a draw, it's only fair to have a second bite at it.

Greengrass1 (Westmeath) - Posts: 33 - 20/10/2025 20:35:23    2640878

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