LA Galaxy vs Shamrock Rovers at Tallagh Stadium

 

Tallaght Stadium with the Stands behind the goal.....this made for a great "enclosed" stadium

There was quite a build up leading up to this game. First Irish Captain Robbie Keane was coming to the Irish Capitol. Not only is he the Irish Captain he was also born in Dublin. Fan's wanted to see their local hero who receives so much press in America.


The’ chairman of the Shamrock Rovers Jonathan Roche was thrilled to have the MLS Champions and Robbie Keane play at Tallaght....

“Shamrock Rovers are delighted to be playing host to LA Galaxy at Tallaght. We very much look forward to welcoming everyone from the club here, and particularly to welcoming Robbie Keane home. We know Robbie spends a lot of time in the area when he’s home from the US, so I’m sure it will be great for him to finally play in Tallaght Stadium.

“We have had quite a few great players grace the Tallaght Stadium pitch against us, including Ronaldo and Del Piero, but to have our own local footballing hero play here will be even more special. It should be a great occasion.

Secondly is the fact that the reigning Champions of MLS, the LA Galaxy were coming to town. Walking around Dublin you would see a few LA jerseys being worn by fans. Thirdly the proud Shamrock Rovers supporters wanted to attend Tallaght Stadium for this event.

The event was sold out. 6,000 fans packed Tallaght stadium to view this event. This is almost double the hoops average attendance during a league game. More events like this should be scheduled to promote the clubs and the league itself.


Maybe the League could promote itself overseas, like play in NEw York Red Bull Stadium or in Boston.