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Wednesday 8 June, 2011

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The Bootroom: the state of play for Trap’s Ireland

After last night’s superb win over Italy brought the curtain down on a promising Irish season, how are we looking for Euro 2012 qualification.

Friday 27 May, 2011

The Bootroom: what Alex Ferguson must do to out-wit Guardiola

The master will have to out-wit the apprentice if Fergie’s to secure another Champions League title tomorrow. But how can he do it?

Friday 20 May, 2011

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The Bootroom – how did the Irish do in England this year?

As Giovanni Trapattoni prepares for a crucial trip to Skopje next month and the Premier League season winds down – how exactly did our boys do?

Saturday 14 May, 2011

The Bootroom: where are Ronaldo’s goals coming from?

The Real Madrid superstar is on course to win his personal league race with Leo Messi for the title of Pichichi – Spain’s top scorer. But how is he doing it?

Monday 9 May, 2011

The Bootroom: Lacklustre Chelsea out-thought and out-worked by United

Chelsea were blown away by a Man Utd side with more belief, more verve and who were simply better, writes Barry O’Donovan in his tactical analysis of yesterday’s Premier League showdown.

Friday 6 May, 2011

The bootroom: what are Fergie and Carlo thinking?

As Manchester United welcome Chelsea to Old Trafford this weekend for a game that will go a long, long way to deciding the title, we take a look at how the teams may set up.

Thursday 28 April, 2011

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The Bootroom: how Barca won the battle of Madrid

Barry O’Donovan shakes his tactics at us with this comprehensive examination of how Jose was put in his box last night.

Tuesday 12 April, 2011

The Bootroom: is Rooney back where he belongs?

As we count down towards to night’s big game, Barry O’Donovan drag ous the chalkboard to analyse Wayne Rooney’s return to form.

Thursday 31 March, 2011

The bootroom: is Trap right to stick with his famous 4-4-2?

The Ireland manager has faced criticism for his perceived inflexibility in setting out his side. But are we better off trusting the familiar formation?

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