England v Serbia

[Dubbag]

After their poor start to their group, especially that loss to Armenia, I really hope ROI can pull this off at this late stage-and in front of a home crowd and against Portugal to boot!

As for Ronaldo, I see his reaction to his red card saw him default to his normal petulant behaviour but don't think anyone can argue with the decision given that deliberate elbow.

Beat Hungry away on Sunday and they make the playoffs.
Ireland have a quite poor crop of current players at the moment. Johnston lacks consistency. Similar to Mulumby.

[Omegstrat6]

Beat Hungry away on Sunday and they make the playoffs.
Ireland have a quite poor crop of current players at the moment. Johnston lacks consistency. Similar to Mulumby.

You're right about both the quality and inconsistency of too many in the ROI squad Dubs (including our own Mikey and Molumby) but they played well last night. Beating Hungary on Sunday is going to be a big ask but their tails are up so you never know...

[Albionic68]

Two very good finishes for England to illummunate an otherwise pretty dull rubber stamp fixture. Serbia looked quite dangerous at times but lacked the quality to make the most of their limited opportunities. It was what it was ultimately; a routine win. That's that. Onto Albania Sunday. Come on England 😎 .

[Omegstrat6]

Two very good finishes for England to illummunate an otherwise pretty dull rubber stamp fixture. Serbia looked quite dangerous at times but lacked the quality to make the most of their limited opportunities. It was what it ultimately, a routine win. That's that. Onto Albania Sunday. Come on England 😎 .

Yep, that about sums up the game! Some nice attacking moves amongst the mediocre stuff but too often lacked the final quality needed. I thought Bellingham brought some energy into the attacking movement when he came on but, as Phil said, his passing was sloppy at times and certainly not performing to his potential still . Foden (who I've often thought over-rated) and Eze looked good though.

[Dubbag]

Hungry 2 Ireland 3.
Made the play offs in March 2026.
Styles was anonymous for most of the game in midfield. Molumby was poor in midfield for Ireland and got subbed. After that we had more control in the middle. Johnston not used.

[baggieal]

Hungry 2 Ireland 3.
Made the play offs in March 2026.
Styles was anonymous for most of the game in midfield. Molumby was poor in midfield for Ireland and got subbed. After that we had more control in the middle. Johnston not used.

Really pleased for Ireland. Not surprised about our two you mention who are poor to average at best midfielders.

[Dubbag]

Really pleased for Ireland. Not surprised about our two you mention who are poor to average at best midfielders.

Thanks Al.
Now if we can get drawn V Sweden would be nice as they are brutal.... I am writing this in codex so Thomas can;t read it....

[Omegstrat6]

Hungry 2 Ireland 3.
Made the play offs in March 2026.
Styles was anonymous for most of the game in midfield. Molumby was poor in midfield for Ireland and got subbed. After that we had more control in the middle. Johnston not used.

Great result for ROI and really pleased for them but have to agree with you about both Styles (who looked pretty decent in previous games for his country that I'd watched) and Molumby (who I expected a bit more from).

Over-all the ROI squad doesn't have either the quality or consistency of many of the teams they will face so it's going to be tough for them but the desire is there and many have upped their game recently. Parrott too has clearly made a difference. Wish them well and doubtless a few celebrations going on tonight!😁

[SwedishBaggie]

Thanks Al.
Now if we can get drawn V Sweden would be nice as they are brutal.... I am writing this in codex so Thomas can;t read it....

That would probably be a walk in the park for you considering our recent performances, Dubs.

[On Balance]

Thanks Al.
Now if we can get drawn V Sweden would be nice as they are brutal.... I am writing this in codex so Thomas can;t read it....

Chuffed for the ROI. We be over there next year when the WC is on so hopefully you will get to the finals. We are really looking forward to our visit, first since 2019.

[baggieal]

Thanks Al.
Now if we can get drawn V Sweden would be nice as they are brutal.... I am writing this in codex so Thomas can;t read it....

You would beat Sweden as Thomas will most likely agree!

[Albionic68]

'Styles was anonymous for most of the game in midfield'............ well yes. He didn't come on until the 63rd minute. Talk about a harsh audience 😂 .