Is RTE's football analysis stale and in need of a shake up?

Yes, says Larry Ryan. No, says Liam Mackey

Is RTE's football analysis stale and in need of a shake up?
Sat, 26 Nov, 2011 - 00:00

Yes, says Larry Ryan - New blood is needed as former invincibles are showing their age

JUST as RTÉ current affairs chiefs stepped aside over inaccuracies, assumptions and disregard for facts on Wednesday evening, it was unfortunate the station’s football department was clutching the same vices as badges of honour.

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