Airtricity League 1st Division

Waterford United  v  Monaghan United

Monaghan United travel to the RSC Grounds to play Waterford in their next round game in the Airtricity League on Friday evening.  Once again Monaghan will be putting their fine away record to the test, also at stake is 2nd spot in the table a position which Waterford hold a the moment but a victory for Mick Cooke’s side would see them share that position on 33  and 7 points behind leaders Derry City.

On their previous visit to Waterford last season Monaghan had a rare but deserved win in the RSC, in the previous meeting between the sides this season at Gortakeegan the home side came out the correct side of 1-0 result, the goal came as early as the 7th minute when Barry Clancy picked out Cathal ‘Connor.  It was a very tight entertaining game and despite Waterford’s best effort which included bringing on their recent big signing – George O Connor they could not get back on par.

Like every season since they dropped down from the Premier Waterford are endeavoring again for promotion, they have recommenced the season after the summer break collecting four out of a  possible six points from a comprehensive win over Mervue United and a hard fought nil all draw in Jackman Park against Limerick, so they definitely are on form.

Monaghan United’s take of points since the resumption has been similar to Waterford’s with the added victory in the FAI/Ford Cup against FC. Carlow.  However they haven’t they same sharpness that they were displaying early on in the season and their present form would not be sufficient to get a result in Waterford.  Fortunately for Mick Cooke his panel is near full strength and the fact that they are playing Waterford they will probably up their game. It is definitely a fixture that will have goals scored in and Monaghan’s best chance of a result is to get the early goal

Prediction 1-1.

FAI/Ford Cup

With their victory over FC Carlow last week Monaghan United now look forward to their meeting with Dundalk at Gortakeekan on Tuesday 17^th. August.

Win two season tickets to New Aviva Stadium.

Monaghan United are holding a draw with a limited number of tickets the main prize in which will be two season tickets to all International matches in the new Aviva Stadium, more details next week.

Monaghan United Supporters Club

The supporters club have organized a fun match for the evening of the World Cup. Several local legends are coming out of retirement to join in the action. Kick off will be at 6.p.m anyone wishing to take part in the game which is a fund raise contact Pauric @ 087 6333503.

Afterwards  there will be a Bar-B- Q at the club house and everyone is invited to come and join the crowd afterwards and watch the World Cup final.

Next home game

Cork City will be the next visitors to Gortakeegan on Friday 16^th July.  They will be looking to atone for their loss at home against us when we snatched the only goal of the game in the final minute of extra time.  Should make for an interesting contest

Summer Camp

Summer camp commenced on Monday, there was a good uptake and interest from the boys and girls.  Weather conditions were excellent on the first day and hopefully it will continue for the rest of the week as it makes such a difference to the running of the camp.  Thanks again to the coaches.

ASTRO

Bookings

The Astro pitch is now available for hire as either a full or two half courts.

Timely booking is essential to avoid disappointment.

Phone Kevin on 087 7665669.

Anyone requiring booking the 5-aside Astro pitches can contact Colm @ 0872544682