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[rodgers]

Fully agree Dee. Loved the Linfield games at the Brandywell but would also like the chance to play Coleraine, Larne etc.

I think an expanded format rather than a narrow format is the way to go eg get the like of Sligo to go the North and vice versa. Get the Belfast teams or Portadown/Newry/Warrenpoint playing Dundalk/Drogheda and vice versa.

I think you could have the final in either Windsor or Tallaght depending on the make up of the teams and regularly make it the next best attended game of the year on the island (possibly along with IFA cup) behind the FAI Cup final.

Now that we don't have the League Cup down here, I think we have some space in calendar for it certainly in so far as the LOi is concerned and I'd like to think there'd be space in IL calendar too to run the competition off despite winter and summer seasons. I think some of the earlier rounds could function as a pre season for the LOI almost and aim to have the final around April/May. Even if we drew say Institute in a round for example, it could be used to expose some of our younger players to adult football.

[Keyser Soze]

Didn't the tournament kind of die off as the LOI teams were handing out heavy beatings to the IL teams?

I think this might not be the case now though, as the IL teams have improved a bit since then, and the LOI standard has dropped off. I might be wrong.

But would be great to see some form of it back again. An away trip to Belfast would create a bit of a buzz about the club again I think. Will we get the odd idiot causing trouble, of course we will, but I think tlwe need to normalise these types of games, as the future for football on the island isn't in 2 separate leagues.

[TenaciousDee]

But would be great to see some form of it back again. An away trip to Belfast would create a bit of a buzz about the club again I think.

I was thinking about this last night Keyser, there are grounds under the IL that I have never been to. Never watched a competitive match at Cliftonville, I have never been to the Ballymena Showgrounds or Mourneview and I haven't been to a game in places like Larne either. It is a chance to experience something different. Granted the grounds may be in areas that would be deemed not friendly but I would love to see what the supporters are like and interact with them.

[rodgers]

But would be great to see some form of it back again. An away trip to Belfast would create a bit of a buzz about the club again I think.

I was thinking about this last night Keyser, there are grounds under the IL that I have never been to. Never watched a competitive match at Cliftonville, I have never been to the Ballymena Showgrounds or Mourneview and I haven't been to a game in places like Larne either. It is a chance to experience something different. Granted the grounds may be in areas that would be deemed not friendly but I would love to see what the supporters are like and interact with them.

This is the reasoning behind why I would like one leg ties and an expanded number of teams. It would allow fans to get to see a greater range of teams plus two legs would tend to favour the LOI teams.

[TenaciousDee]

Group stages benefitted the LOI teams too. One leg ties would be the best because it would possibly raise the stakes to encourage teams to attack instead of setting up not to lose.

[Keyser Soze]

So we are all agreed then, get this up and running again!

[TenaciousDee]

Derry Nostalgic with Gareth McGlynn is out now.

Allow me to take you back to one of the most dramatic nights in Derry City FC history – the 2003 Promotion/Relegation Play-off against Finn Harps.

With top-flight survival on the line, it was a night of tension, high stakes, and destiny. In front of a packed ‘Jungle,’ Liam Coyle bowed out with a fairytale finish, scoring the winner in his final game. But it was Gareth McGlynn’s controversial assist that helped seal the moment.

Now, Gareth joins me to relive it all – the build-up, the pressure, the goal, and the celebrations that followed. A must-listen for any Derry City fan or football nostalgia lover!

Available here on our website https://www.drive105.co.uk/post/battle- ... th-mcglynn and on our Audioboom, Spotify and Apple Podcasts profiles. Hit play and get Derry Nostalgic!

[TenaciousDee]

Derry Nostalgic with Barry McCreadie

In this episode of Derry Nostalgic, Barry McCreadie takes a trip down memory lane, recalling his place in history as the scorer of Derry City’s first-ever goal in the League of Ireland era. Was Denis Tueart’s ball to him a perfectly placed cross, or a fortunate mishit? Barry gives his take.

He also reflects on the electric atmosphere and celebrations that followed that historic night, his relationship with Jim Crossan, and how things changed when Noel King took charge. Plus, a look back at The Metro Bar’s role as a social hub for the squad and supporters alike.

Tune in for a must-listen conversation about one of the defining moments of Derry City’s early LOI days.

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[TenaciousDee]

Derry Nostalgic with Eddie Mahon.

Eddie Mahon gets Derry Nostalgic about the 1964/65 Cup Winners Cup tie against Steaua Bucharest. Enjoy this interview with Stephen McClelland on Audioboom and wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

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Dee Curran sits down with former Derry City manager Tony O’Doherty to relive the unforgettable 1993-94 season. Taking over from Roy Coyle amid financial chaos, director resignations, and a rocky start, Tony became the “yellow pack” boss who guided a depleted squad to a top-six finish, a Bord Gáis Cup win, and an FAI Cup Final.

From holding his first training session in The Park Bar, to tales of securing Peter Reid for a friendly, keeping Liam Coyle at the club, and stories with cameos of Luther Blissett, Neil McNabb, Kevin "Crack" McKeever and Glasgow Celtic legend, Bobby Lennox. This episode is packed with character, crisis, and classic City resilience.

[gary]

Didn't the tournament kind of die off as the LOI teams were handing out heavy beatings to the IL teams?

I think this might not be the case now though, as the IL teams have improved a bit since then, and the LOI standard has dropped off. I might be wrong.

But would be great to see some form of it back again. An away trip to Belfast would create a bit of a buzz about the club again I think. Will we get the odd idiot causing trouble, of course we will, but I think tlwe need to normalise these types of games, as the future for football on the island isn't in 2 separate leagues.

Results in Europe across the board (except maybe us), would say the LOI has steadily improved since. and now a 100% full-time premier division.
Id see even bigger defeats handed out if it was held now.

[attack!attack!attack]

https://audioboom.com/posts/8704684-der ... ival-story

Dee Curran sits down with former Derry City manager Tony O’Doherty to relive the unforgettable 1993-94 season. Taking over from Roy Coyle amid financial chaos, director resignations, and a rocky start, Tony became the “yellow pack” boss who guided a depleted squad to a top-six finish, a Bord Gáis Cup win, and an FAI Cup Final.

From holding his first training session in The Park Bar, to tales of securing Peter Reid for a friendly, keeping Liam Coyle at the club, and stories with cameos of Luther Blissett, Neil McNabb, Kevin "Crack" McKeever and Glasgow Celtic legend, Bobby Lennox. This episode is packed with character, crisis, and classic City resilience.

I have to say, I found his Park Bar reference very amusing. Best pint of Guinness in the western hemisphere.

I propose the players are taken to the Park Bar after our next home game so John White & co can have a wee chat with them.

[TenaciousDee]

I have to say, I found his Park Bar reference very amusing. Best pint of Guinness in the western hemisphere.

You'll get little argument there. Coincidentally I am on my way to Francis Street to visit the parents and you've put me in the mood for a pitstop.