Dublin team crowned All Ireland Street Soccer Champions
In a hard fought and competitive final WHAD ( We have a dream) came out with all guns blazing and sought that early goal that would have given them the perfect start. However, they were up against a resolute and determine Ballyfermot outfit with goalkeeper, Wayne Owens, in sparkling form.
Dean Dunne and Mark O'NeilI were menacing on the break but were unable to get the breakthrough goal. The game went into golden goal mode before Dean Dunne broke Ballyfermot hearts with a well taken goal. Giving WHAD ( We have a dream) the 2010 Big Issue Cup.
Over 280 players took part in an excellent day's football. Regardless of who won the trophy, each individual player had something to play for with World Cup places for the 2010 Homeless World Cup in Rio, Brazil at stake.
The street league selection team had a good look at all the players and will be selecting a panel shortly, from which the team representing Ireland at the finals will be chosen.
As is customary, the league's individual prize winners were also announced with Government Chief Whip John Curran and FAI Technical Director Packie Bonner presenting the trophies to the worthy winners.
Sean Kavanagh, Founder and Chairman of the Big Issue Street soccer leagues, was delighted with the tournament. He said, "Today we saw what football is all about. Skill, commitment and sportsmanship, there were no prima donnas out there just honest lads who have overcome adversity and love the game. Our selectors will have a difficult task choosing a side to represent Ireland in the Homeless World Cup in Brazil in September but you can be sure, whoever is chosen will be worthy of their place."
