Mark McIntosh
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Football journalist in Northern Ireland. Servant to Arlo 🐶, a Blue Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a lover of curry and beer... oh, and green tea
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Devastating night. One thing will stick in my mind, though - Kyle Lafferty is a credit to himself, his family and that squad. Unimaginable, heartbreaking week for his family but he wanted to be there and came so close to winning it.
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It's the little things that matter. Fair play to
@ColeraineFC
for tidying their changing-room at Seaview before leaving last night. Class acts
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Michael O'Neill has done an incredible job at
@stokecity
. Championship safety secured today and now he'll totally revamp his squad for next season. Amazed it took so long for a club to prise him away from NI but Stoke played a blinder
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Two goals as a sub to win the LA derby. Zlatan talks the talk and then some but sweet jesus, he knows how to walk the walk and build the path
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Very sad news tonight about Liam Miller passing away. Life is so precious. Rest in Peace.
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The IFA danced to Uefa's tune last week. NI Exec were more than happy to play ball. I'm all ears to hear what IFA and NI Exec do for the fans, who are the lifeblood of football in NI, now that photo opportunities are over...
IRISH LEAGUE UPDATE: Ahead of the new Irish Premiership season there's growing concern amongst fans that there will be limits on the crowds justifiably making the point that huge numbers have attended other events lately. This needs sorted... The supporters deserve that.
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BREAKING: Further development on the Conor McMenamin story. After being pulled out of NI squad yesterday he IS in Athens and in contention to face Greece on Tues night. Irish FA now in possession of all the facts about the historical video and the fact he was punished at the time
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These
@NorthernIreland
fans were quick to help a Poland fan who'd been attacked. Stay safe today
#gawa
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Bastian Schweinsteiger has retired at the age of 35. I don't think there has ever been a better pic of him
#GAWA
@NorthernIreland
@DFB_Team_EN
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I've always classed myself as mentally strong. After tonight's decisions - which I fully support - I genuinely have major concerns for myself and others. Stay strong and stay in touch with your nearest and dearest, folks
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David Healy has contributed more than most to the Northern Ireland team down the years. But tonight's comments might just be his most significant contribution yet - if anyone is listening.
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My sister and I took my mum to Mexico to celebrate her 70th birthday. Couldn't resist this today. Should I tell her?
#BadSon
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The Uefa Super Cup will take place at Windsor Park in 2021 after a vote today
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Hull City all but relegated today. Grant McCann's an honest lad but was on a hiding to nothing because of club owners. Speaking of which, he was asked if he was hiding after not doing interview after Wigan thrashing...
"I'm from Sandy Row in Belfast, I do not hide."
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What a career Carl Frampton has had. He has done things very few in Northern Ireland will ever be able to do. He's given us so many nights to remember and been a class act in victory and defeat. A true Northern Ireland sporting great
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Irish FA have confirmed fans will be allowed in to Danske Bank Premiership games today
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I'd love to see the reasons why hospitality has been screwed over again. In my experiences since lockdown, they have felt like the safest places to be outside of the house
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@dallas_stuart
I was there for
@dallas_stuart
interview and he spoke about how excited he was about the run-in. That headline is ridiculous
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Lee Tavinder just used the foam spray at a free-kick on a snow-covered pitch at Solitude. Would he not have been better just using his finger?
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10 years ago this morning my dad died after an almighty battle. The sense of relief for him outweighed my sadness even though it broke me. I miss him every day and always will. If you knew him, please spare him a thought today ❤
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Just watched Michael O'Neill's interview after
@stokecity
secured their Championship survival. He said it was a sense of relief, not a celebration. That is one of many reasons why he is a top manager. Expect them to really push on next season
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NI has the ability to embarrass me a lot but the sense of genuine concern and urge to help find Michael Cullen has restored a lot of faith in people. May Michael Rest In Peace and his family find the strength they need to come to terms with the awful news.
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BREAKING: Hearing strong suggestions Conor McMenamin will be withdrawn from the NI squad today due to a social media video several years ago. Where does this end?
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BREAKING NEWS:
@Glentoran
have made TWO Irish League record bids in an attempt to sign Cliftonville striker Joe Gormley and Adam Lecky from Ballymena United. Huge statement of intent
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Only one group of people capable of doing something good for the country today. They are actually focused on their job in hand and are together to reach a common goal. Unlike Stormont, I've nothing but faith in those at Windsor Park tonight. Good luck to
@NorthernIreland
tonight
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Referee doesn't show a red card for the foul on
@dallas_stuart
, probably given the magnitude of the game. But sweet and gentle Jesus, how does he give that penalty against Corry Evans. Ridiculous. Even Irish League refs were blushing...
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I'm still bitter about the 2018 penalty at Windsor. Get it up ye
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Irish FA's decision to play GSTQ before the Irish Cup final on Saturday shows a ridiculous lack of leadership, in my opinion. Totally pointless 'tradition'.
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Some moronic fans threw missiles at Leigh Griffiths and
@OfficialBlues
will be fined heavily but this was just daft at the final whistle.
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Cruel, cruel luck on
@NorthernIreland
but heroes every single one of them. They dared to dream and then lived it.
#GAWA
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With Carlos Queiroz suspended tonight, Mick McDermott is the main coach on the bench with Qatar in their CONCACAF Gold Cup quarter-final against Panama. Assisted by Tim Cahill.
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Nine years ago life changed forever. Feels like a lifetime and like yesterday at the same time. Miss my Da 💔 🏴
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Being home alone can be zero craic at the min. Cheered up today by Meals on Wheels from a man more likely to dish out red cards than dish up grub. Well played, Raymond Crangle. He's still a wab but does a mean Sunday dinner
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Conor McMenamin to St Mirren is a done deal and official confirmation expected soon. Delighted to see him get his move. Also great news for NI.
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Thank you to
@Murph23Murphy
for allowing me to tell his story in tomorrow's paper. A open and frank description of a battle with depression.
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After all the
@CrusadersFC
celebrations yesterday and no doubt today, let's not ignore the achievements of
@seanward_84
. To win the league and Irish Cup now with three different clubs is sensational. Irish League legend and top man
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BREAKING NEWS: Looks like a last minute u-turn and Mark Sykes now leaving Glenavon for
@OUFCOfficial
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Class act by
@matshummels
, handing his shirt to a ballboy as he walked off the pitch. A class act. Germans were truly sensational at times.
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To hell with the World Cup and whether 'it' was ever coming home. Result of the night without a doubt is
@Glenavon_FC
beating
@Molde_FK
2-1. Only the first-leg but well done to all
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Hate days like today. We should have been celebrating my Da's 70th birthday. Miss the grumpy Scottish git every minute of every day. Forever my hero
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Tommy Breslin was universally liked and respected at every club and far beyond football. A gentleman in every sense. Always generous with his time and loved a laugh. I'm totally devastated and my thoughts are with his family and everyone at
@cliftonvillefc
. RIP Bressie 💔🎈
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Seven years ago today we lost a giant of a man. The great Malcolm Brodie. Not a day goes past without me thinking about him. He was a massive support both professionally and personally - in good times and bad.
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BREAKING:
@Glenavon_FC
have reached an agreement with
@OfficialPVFC
for the sale of Mark Sykes. Move now suject to the NI U21 midfielder agreeing personal terms this week. Hibs, Hearts and Oxford remain interested but will need to move quickly
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Has anyone else just lost the will to be enthusiastic about NI football at this stage?
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Jonny Evans WILL be fit for
@NorthernIreland
World Cup play-off against Switzerland.
@WBA
reveal groin injury not serious.
#GAWA
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Special mention to Still Game fans...
@larnefc
goal scorers tonight in their 2-1 win over Aarhus were McDaid and Jarvis. Unfortunately Navid didn't get on for
@OfficialBlues
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Much like the hospitality sector, clubs have spent a considerable amount of money and moved heaven and earth to get things in place for a safe environment. And fans have played their part massively. This is a boot in the baws. Again, I'd love to see the reasons. Won't hold breath
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Gonna be a shite weekend. With over 70s advised to isolate, my mum will be doing that from Sunday. Not only is it Mother's Day but also the anniversary of my dad's death. Look after the ones you love and those around you
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What a man. We all know what an incredible player Davo has been, but he's one of the best people I've ever known.
When my dad died, Davo and his family sent a wreath in
@OfficialQosFC
colours as they were my dad's team. It was a gesture I'll never forget and a mark of the man.
💙
@StevenDavis8
- A
#RangersFC
Legend
Steven Davis MBE, Rangers’ Hall of Fame midfielder, has today announced his retirement from professional football.
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A class act on and off the pitch. Underrated by many but never undervalued by his team-mates. His commitment summed up when he paid for his own insurance to play for NI when he didn't have a club. Happy retirement, Bairdy
⚽ Chris Baird, who won 79 caps for Northern Ireland, has announced his retirement from football
"Qualifying and going to Euro 2016 is undoubtedly one of the highlights of my career and I am sure it is still talked about by all of the GAWA." Thank you, Chris 💚
#GAWA
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Devastating news about Jerry Thompson tonight. My thoughts are with his family, friends and teammates at this awful time. Seeing his
@CarrickRangers
teammates after the game tonight said everything about their feelings for him. RIP
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Just an innocent 19-year old at work having to watch
@Glentoran
win the league in 1999. I must have been raging. Some great lads and players in this pic. Thanks to
@davymacbelfast
for the memory
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Shared a few memories of Tommy Breslin in the paper today. Impossible to do him justice
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Aaron Hughes has retired from football tonight after an incredible career at the top. The ultimate pro and more importantly a gentleman. Sitting with him on the flight home from Euro 2016 will forever be a privilege and an honour. Enjoy your retirement, Hughesy
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For Corry Evans to be back playing for
@Rovers
, nevermind scoring, after the horrific head injury he sustained earlier in the season is just incredible. 👏👏
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BREAKING: Kris Lindsay wasn't out of the game for long. A couple of weeks after leaving Dungannon Swifts, he is set to join
@cliftonvillefc
as first-team coach. Could be an inspired appointment by Paddy McLaughlin
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Today would have been my Da's 68th birthday. Hope you're having a dram, wherever you are. My hero
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WOW! When Ian Baraclough took over NI's U21 side I wasn't sure at all. What a tube I am. Beating Spain 2-1 IN SPAIN is incredible. And what a night for match-winner
@Liam_Donnelly5
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A year ago today we lost a great manager, a great friend and a great man. Forever in my thoughts, Bressie
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What a night for Rangers and Celtic. Brilliant results for Steven Gerrard and Neil Lennon. But what a man Steven Davis is. Just gets better and better. Michael O'Neill is gone but I dread the day Davo says farewell to NI
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BREAKING: Linfield have agreed a deal with QPR for sale of Paul Smyth. Will play against Ballymena today. Official confirmation on Monday
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Heroes everywhere you look for
@NorthernIreland
at senior and U21 level tonight. All the news and reaction on
@TheSun_NI
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Paul Smyth scores on his QPR debut. What a talent the wee man is. Could be a massive year for him - for club and country.
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Well that's the work wife gone. Divorce signed, sealed and delivered to Madrid. It's been a blast. Have a great time and embrace and enjoy every second of your new adventure
@LaureJames
. You'll be missed by us all
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Someone please explain to me how Jonny Evans wouldn't improve that United defence. Blows my mind they didn't re-sign him
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Don't mind saying it's been a terrifying 24 hours. Two visits to the vet - including an emergency appointment at 4am. Fingers crossed Arlo will be okay and I can pick him up tonight. How the hell do you parents do it? My head's gone. Love this wee man
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So Northern Ireland were knocked out at the same stage as Spain and England. Only difference is that we looked like getting into quarters
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My da died 11 years ago today. What a brave and brilliant man he was. Time is not a healer, but you do learn to live in a different way. 💔
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Biggest night at Windsor Park in my generation.
@NorthernIreland
are ready and quietly confident. Switzerland could be distracted but also fancy their chances. Here's hoping for a special night.
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Holland have never qualified for a major tournament Northern Ireland have been at and the Dutch are out. Good omen for the play-offs?
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Health is much more important than any game of football. But the timing is ridiculous. Where was the forward planning? Where is the detail? Clubs have been put into an impossible position. These recommendations must surely be followed by financial assistance or it's curtains
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Absolutely loving what I see from Ali McCann. He was terrific again tonight and together with Daniel Ballard, they've been the big positives from another Nations League campaign without a win. Michael Smith also excels in midfield. All about the World Cup draw now
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For the love of God, why do people insist on clenching their fist for pics with a boxer. You never whip out a boot or put your foot up for pics with footballers. Pet peev along with bantz with ballers
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Inspiration, mentor, source of constant advice and encouragement. A gentleman and I'm proud to say a friend. Hard to believe it's five years since Malcolm Brodie passed away. Miss those calls every day.
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Nothing gets on my wick more than those fools who look sad or worried at a football match, then jump for joy when they see themselves on the big screen. Eff aff
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After Linfield's Champions League Preliminary round final was called off, it's looking likely Drita will forfeit the game and Blues will be awarded a 3-0 victory. Final decision to be taken by Uefa Control and Disciplinary Body tomorrow morning
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What a performance and what a result for
@OfficialBlues
in Montenegro. The Blues take a 2-1 advantage into the second-leg against Sutjeska at Windsor next week. Irish League teams have been brilliant in Europe
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Maik Taylor has left his role as
@NorthernIreland
goalkeeping coach. What a servant as a player and coach. All the best and good luck in the future
@maiktaylor1
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BIG BREAKING NEWS: Rising
@OUFCOfficial
star Mark Sykes is set to declare for
@FAIreland
. The news will be a big blow to
@NorthernIreland
boss Ian Baraclough, who will name his squad for Romania and Norway games tomorrow
#GAWA
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Now we have a reason to love THAT song. Let's get
@WillGrigg
to No.1 in the charts for an amazing cause
@JosephsGoal
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Great news. Jimmy Nicholl will remain on NI backroom staff. Received a call from new boss Ian Baraclough last night. Currently talking on
@BBCSportsound
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Thoughts on tonight... So close but Steven Davis is a class act on and off the pitch. Jonny Evans strolls games and Stuart Dallas is one of the most underrated players about. Can play anywhere. So close, but on to Germany we go
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You sometimes think you've seen it all in the Irish League. Issue with the goals at Loughgall. Forklift trying to raise them.
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Massive respect to
@Murph23Murphy
for sharing his story. I think his words will strike a chord with most of us. Thank you, mate
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Five years ago today my heart was broken but your suffering was finally over. Miss you more than ever, Da. My hero always.
#Amyloidosis
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Brilliant night for
@OfficialBlues
and
@larnefc
tonight. Job only half done but they did themselves proud tonight. Blues were a joy to watch at Windsor
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Trying disgest the senseless and sickening murder of Lyra McKee. These scumbags offer nothing to the people of Derry and Northern Ireland.
I love this country but today I am embarrassed and ashamed.
RIP Lyra
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Hard to believe it's 12 years without my Da. I think about him every single day, but this week more than ever. If you ever met him or knew him, spare him a thought today. Forever my hero.
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Thinking of both my grandas today. They both died on this date, seven years apart ❤❤
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One word - hero.
Never felt so devastated walking off a pitch but couldn’t be prouder of everyone! Football gives us a lot but can be cruel at times.
#GAWA
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Today would have been my da's 72nd birthday. Almost 11 years gone. If you remember him, spare him a thought today. Always my hero.
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Great news for
@Glentoran
with their historical debt being slashed by almost 93%. Superb work by all involved... now for that investment
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Irish League football has been a Godsend during the pandemic. But if the NI Exec (eventually) announce similar lockdowns to rest of UK, it has to stop. Lack of testing means the term 'elite' is even more useless than it has been. Time for the head to rule the heart
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