MNS hosted a heated debate last night between several figures in the Airtricity League after the withdrawal of Monaghan United.
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Airtricity League Director Fran Gavin defended the FAI’s running of the competition despite Monaghan’s demise.
PFAI Chief Stephen McGuinness spoke of his frustration at a lack of communication from Monaghan.
McGuinness hinted that the standard of football in the Airtricity League means it may not be able to maintain a division of more than 12 teams.
Monaghan manager and league pundit Roddy Collins revealed how he learned of the news and what he thinks is needed to progress football in Ireland.
A highly-charged Pete Mahon admitted that the majority of Irish football fans have little interest in the domestic game but declared “don’t tell me that the game here is that bad that we can’t get decent crowds”.
Pat Morley feels teams like Limerick and Waterford United should be in the top flight in a 14 or 16-team league.
Watch the 23-minute discussion by clicking the link above or here.
