Keane retirement

[eamo]

He has retired apparently...

This from the BBC website

Celtic midfielder Roy Keane has retired from professional football because of a long-standing hip injury.
Keane, 34, only joined Celtic in January from Manchester United, but he has decided to quit after receiving medical advice on his hip problem.

Keane said: "Having received advice from my surgeon and the Celtic doctor my only option is to retire."

The Republic of Ireland star enjoyed a stellar career at United, winning seven league titles and three FA Cups.

In a statement, Keane added: "I would like to send the manager, staff, the players and the supporters of Celtic football club best wishes for the future."

Keane joined United from Nottingham Forest for a then British record £3.75m in 1993.

[bandage]

That's disappointed me. Thought he'd give it another year given the opportunity to play Champions League at Celtic Park. The need to strengthen the midfield takes paramount importance now. A great player though and the best Irish player of my generation.

[eamo]

bandage said:

A great player though and the best Irish player of my generation.

I share the same view but I must also give Paul McGrath a mention...

[briantinnion]

Did the right thing, nothing as sad as seeing a once great player simply not up to it anymore. I really admire players who have the mental strength to say stop at the right time (Liam Dunne being a prime example - how easy would it have been for Dunner to play on for another season after having such a fantastic finishing). I draw parallels with my own career too, sensing after bagging two goals in a u14 hurling co. final I'd never have it as good again (the girls, the new tracksuits etc) I hung up my hurl, definitely the right decision.

[therock67]

briantinnion said:

Did the right thing, nothing as sad as seeing a once great player simply not up to it anymore. I really admire players who have the mental strength to say stop at the right time (Liam Dunne being a prime example - how easy would it have been for Dunner to play on for another season after having such a fantastic finishing). I draw parallels with my own career too, sensing after bagging two goals in a u14 hurling co. final I'd never have it as good again (the girls, the new tracksuits etc) I hung up my hurl, definitely the right decision.

Have you finally accepted his retirement?

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[bandage]

Well said Tinnion. My main regret is not retiring earlier. U-12: captain scoring all the team's points in the county final victory (3) from centre forward. U-14: corner forward in the county final victory but held scoreless by a teak tough corner back and lucky not to have received the curly finger during the game. U-16: eye sight beginning to go, first touch affected, on the bench for the county final victory - retirement ensued. My only regret was that the great Faythe Harriers went on to win the minor final 2 years later and I would have had a clean sweep of underage medals.

Think Keane may have had another year in him though especially if the amount of games he played in was managed properly.

[therock67]

briantinnion said:

Did the right thing, nothing as sad as seeing a once great player simply not up to it anymore. I really admire players who have the mental strength to say stop at the right time (Liam Dunne being a prime example - how easy would it have been for Dunner to play on for another season after having such a fantastic finishing). I draw parallels with my own career too, sensing after bagging two goals in a u14 hurling co. final I'd never have it as good again (the girls, the new tracksuits etc) I hung up my hurl, definitely the right decision.

I don't agree with that at all by the way - no criticism of anyone who retires at the top but I wouldn't hold it against anyone if they decided to play on for a few more years. Larsson going back to Sweden is a prime example. The lad just wants to play football and I'm sure he'll enjoy himself playing on.

I hope Keane's retirement is for medical reasons and not because of his pride.

[briantinnion]

admin said:

Have you finally accepted his retirement?

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Not yet, I'm only just getting over Tony Doran's retirement to be honest.

[lyonsee]

Screwed Celtic over imo. Went up there to collect a couple of medals without making a proper contribution.

Far from a model professional because of the aforementioned, Saipan, Alfe Inge Haaland, the MUTV interview that was pulled etc.

Fook off I say - I won't miss you Keano.

[therock67]

Don't see how he screwed Celtic over. Apparently he was on 18k a week which isn't massive money and he played his part for 6 months.

The guy is and was a legend. We could debate Saipan and Haaland for years on here but bringing up the MUTV thing is irrelevant to his greatness. Why should anyone give a shit about that? He spoke his mind like many before and many after. If today's players can't handle it then it reflects very badly on their ability to conduct themselves as world class professionals. United's form over the past few years would indicate that Keane is correct - too many prima donnas and nothing to show for it.

[lyonsee]

admin said:

Don't see how he screwed Celtic over. Apparently he was on 18k a week which isn't massive money and he played his part for 6 months.

The guy is and was a legend. We could debate Saipan and Haaland for years on here but bringing up the MUTV thing is irrelevant to his greatness. Why should anyone give a shit about that? He spoke his mind like many before and many after. If today's players can't handle it then it reflects very badly on their ability to conduct themselves as world class professionals. United's form over the past few years would indicate that Keane is correct - too many prima donnas and nothing to show for it.

Didn't say anything about the MUTV thing reflecting on his ability as a player. Unprofessional to slate your fellow players on TV in my opinion. Perhaps saying he screwed Celtic over is a bit unfair but Celtic would've won the league without him - his contribution was not needed and he should've given them another season I reckon.

[therock67]

lyonsee said:

admin said:

Don't see how he screwed Celtic over. Apparently he was on 18k a week which isn't massive money and he played his part for 6 months.

The guy is and was a legend. We could debate Saipan and Haaland for years on here but bringing up the MUTV thing is irrelevant to his greatness. Why should anyone give a shit about that? He spoke his mind like many before and many after. If today's players can't handle it then it reflects very badly on their ability to conduct themselves as world class professionals. United's form over the past few years would indicate that Keane is correct - too many prima donnas and nothing to show for it.

Didn't say anything about the MUTV thing reflecting on his ability as a player. Unprofessional to slate your fellow players on TV in my opinion. Perhaps saying he screwed Celtic over is a bit unfair but Celtic would've won the league without him - his contribution was not needed and he should've given them another season I reckon.

It's indicative of the sterilised nature of the Premiership that Keane is contractually obliged by Manchester United to appear on a television show produced by his employers to evaluate the performance of the team in a match. When he does so he is castigated for speaking the truth. And everyone rushes to the defence of those whom he singled out for "stinging criticism." Fuck them they're not fit to lace his boots and he knows it. I have zero time for guys with ability who don't put it in. So does Keane. That's why we'd be great mates if he returned my calls.

[eamo]

First and only post today due to client demands.

Keane is a legend. Haaland deserved it. MUTV was the height of professionalism. If there was more around like him then football would be a better game.I think that he probably should have medically quit a year ago but got drawn into loyalty to United. I don't think he is able to last another year.

Heard a funny story about him recently. Apparently Phil 'The Power' Taylor was introduced to the Man Utd players as the World Darts Champion. It was the one year in ten that he didn't actually win it. Everyone was applauding him but Keane goes 'actually he is the ex Champion'.

He had no time for losers which is what made him a great player. Legend.

[briantinnion]

eamo said:

Heard a funny story about him recently. Apparently Phil 'The Power' Taylor was introduced to the Man Utd players as the World Darts Champion. It was the one year in ten that he didn't actually win it. Everyone was applauding him but Keane goes 'actually he is the ex Champion'.

Heard the story too but heard it slightly differently. Apparently The Power was being shown around ManUre's training facilities and Keane was in the gym on the treadmill. The guy showing him around introduced The Power to Keane saying "Roy, the is Phil Taylor, the world dart champion" without saying anything else or breaking his stride Keane replied "Ex-world darts champion". Great story though!

[whyohwhy]

eamo said:

Heard a funny story about him recently. Apparently Phil 'The Power' Taylor was introduced to the Man Utd players as the World Darts Champion. It was the one year in ten that he didn't actually win it. Everyone was applauding him but Keane goes 'actually he is the ex Champion'.

He had no time for losers which is what made him a great player. Legend.

Great story, eamo. Exalt.

I love the way he does loads for charity, especially for the Guide Dogs, and never asks for cash for it. I seem to remember a story a number of years ago. one of the Neville sisters and Fergie asked to do a charity gig in ireland a few years ago and asked for about 3k and 5k respectively, cunts.

Apparently Keano was still getting paid by scum united while he was at celtic, so pocketing his massive salary and getting a few bob for playing with celtic (18k per week according to therock). mighty stuff in my book, fucking hate united.