Ireland’s political parties described as our own international footballers is absolutely superb

You’ll never beat…this description.

With the General Election set to take place this Friday, we’re confident in saying that a lot of voters might currently be feeling detached and alienated from the Irish political domain.

If you’re like us then you’ll agree that football is much easier to understand than fiscal policy which is why we absolutely love Darach Kennedy’s Facebook post because he has managed to perfectly link the traits of Ireland’s political parties with members of Martin O’Neill’s squad.

After reading this, you’ll never look at Richard Keogh or John O’Shea in the same way. Take it away Darach.

Fine Gael – Glenn Whelan. Seen as dependable, if really, really boring. The occasional spark of independent thought, but generally just does what his bosses tell him. Passes sideways. And the buck. Usually only gets picked because there is no one else left. Has never delivered at the highest level.

Fianna Fail – John O’Shea. Has been around forever. More often in the team than not. Part of some great days, but has also been balls deep in some of our biggest catastrophes. Always seemed better than he actually is, possibly due to the company he kept back in the boom years. Absolutely no reason he should even be considered for selection these days, but some people have short memories.

Here’s the post in its original form, fair play to you Darach.