GiGi Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 Yep Mullen is the real deal. We're not that great on depth for goalkeepers going by the performances of Kelly and Clark in recent internationals so I'd imagine if either we get promoted and did well, or Mullen moves to a bigger Premiership club he could be in the conversation. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost of B A R P Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 6 hours ago, Ferguson said: Not to get too ahead of myself, but looking at individual battles on Friday night it was very interesting to see how Ryan Mullen fared on the same pitch as Liam Kelly. Morton's defensive record with Mullen in goal is excellent and looking at the list of Scottish goalkeepers, what is there to stop Mullen reaching the Scotland squad in the coming years? He's the most comfortable and commanding young goalkeeper I've seen in a long time and I'm only disappointed he only got a 1 year extension. Sky's the limit for him if he keeps improving. Totally agree. The casual observer on Friday night, if told one of the two keepers on the pitch was in the Scotland squad, would immediately have assumed it was Mullen. Incredibly calm and assured for a guy with his level of experience; the sky’s the limit if he trains on… 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Blue Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 What strikes me about Mullen is that you dont see him having to make many diving saves. I think this is because his positioning and reading of the game is so good. Disclaimer if he chucks in a goal or 2 on Saturday 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamOakTree1 Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 It’s unusual for a goalkeeper so young to be so composed and dominant. He had me a bag of nerves a couple of times when he shouted at his defenders to leave the ball to him to collect. The time the defender ducked and Mullen clutched the ball seemed to sum up his confidence. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferguson Posted February 12 Share Posted February 12 In 1 less league game than McDonald, Mullen has conceded 17 less goals this season. Since 2006, as far back as I can see, his league clean sheet record of 65% is by far our best, with 2nd best only 35%ish. Wow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisley Ton Posted February 13 Share Posted February 13 On 12/02/2024 at 00:10, Jamie_M said: But yeah that's Morton's fault. Hey that was a joke relating to his condition. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venti Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Andy Ritchie retires https://gmfc.net/the-king-of-cappielow-steps-back/?fbclid=IwAR1mtGmJVB0-RnGXiafb6ALWXaPcM8nIn9v9Fj-Ifhfmr-jF_u8PR7pLtOM 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferguson Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 An absolute hero and a top gentleman. I wasn't fortunate enough to see him play, but I was fortunate enough to be blessed with his presence on a few occasions. Will be sorely missed around the building but a well-earned rest for the big man. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowshed Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 28 minutes ago, Venti said: Andy Ritchie retires https://gmfc.net/the-king-of-cappielow-steps-back/?fbclid=IwAR1mtGmJVB0-RnGXiafb6ALWXaPcM8nIn9v9Fj-Ifhfmr-jF_u8PR7pLtOM Like above said unfortunately I didn’t have the chance to see him play but on a few occasions at hospitality we’ve been outside having a chat about his playing career and life in general the guy really is a true gent 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamOakTree1 Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Thanks for the wonderful memories Andy. I actually changed my job so I would have a Saturday off to watch big Andy play home and away, and it turned out to be the right decision! The skills of Baxter, Murdoch, Johnstone and Dalglish all rolled into one player. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferguson Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 https://gmfc.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/GMFC-Club-Strategy-2024-2027.pdf A 3 year strategy published by the club. Hard not to get excited over this. A clear ambitious intent backed up by a plan to achieve it which we're already seeing results from both on and off the park. Morton truly are unrecognisable from just a couple of years ago when we had to listen to Gus McPherson tell us the club couldn't afford a team bus to challenge cup games, I'm enjoying every minute of it. Let's hope Dougie, Dale and the rest of the team get the right backing from above throughout. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chippyminton Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 1 hour ago, Ferguson said: https://gmfc.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/GMFC-Club-Strategy-2024-2027.pdf A 3 year strategy published by the club. Hard not to get excited over this. A clear ambitious intent backed up by a plan to achieve it which we're already seeing results from both on and off the park. Morton truly are unrecognisable from just a couple of years ago when we had to listen to Gus McPherson tell us the club couldn't afford a team bus to challenge cup games, I'm enjoying every minute of it. Let's hope Dougie, Dale and the rest of the team get the right backing from above throughout. To get where you want to go, you need a map. Seeing all this makes me very happy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Blue Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Said on the forum that this is a good move and it'll be interesting to hear how the club are planning to achieve these aims. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Chippyminton Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 16 minutes ago, Jamie_M said: I was immediately taken by Dale in his first interview - he came across as one of that all-too-rare breed of highly capable managers who shows focus, decisiveness and determination - but who is also immensely likeable and relateable along with it. I'm pretty sure that the strategy statement has been much to do with this man's vision for our future as a club, and that he's been the driving force behind it. As I watched his first interview, listened to what he said along with the clarity with which he said it - I could immediately see why he'd been given the GM position. Watching this now - it's 100% obvious that it was entirely the correct call - just as Dougie Imrie was when the Board took a punt on absolute managerial unknown. Fair play to the man, and to what he's already achieved in the comparitive blink of an eye. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferguson Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 12 hours ago, Chippyminton said: I was immediately taken by Dale in his first interview - he came across as one of that all-too-rare breed of highly capable managers who shows focus, decisiveness and determination - but who is also immensely likeable and relateable along with it. I'm pretty sure that the strategy statement has been much to do with this man's vision for our future as a club, and that he's been the driving force behind it. As I watched his first interview, listened to what he said along with the clarity with which he said it - I could immediately see why he'd been given the GM position. Watching this now - it's 100% obvious that it was entirely the correct call - just as Dougie Imrie was when the Board took a punt on absolute managerial unknown. Fair play to the man, and to what he's already achieved in the comparitive blink of an eye. Completely agree, after many non-starters in the role we've finally landed with someone who encapsulates all that Greenock Morton should be. As he said, he'll be judged on the results of his strategy rather than his words on a PowerPoint, but I've heard enough to throw my full backing behind him. So important that we hold onto him for at least the 3 years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dunning1874 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Steven Boyd has left. No loss, he was bottom of the lengthy pecking order out wide and clearly wasn't up to the Championship, and considering that he was under contract for next season as well it's good to see him away now rather than taking up a place in the squad. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colkitto Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 He never looked interested in my opinion and you have to wonder why he has basically chucked football at this stage in the season.. Showed very brief flashes of quality in his time with us and we have other options in his position. Always wondered about his "injury" ? No great loss 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisley Ton Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Hell in the excitement of the current run I had forgotten about him. Best wishes Steven and thanks for freeing up a wage. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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