Bigal1903 Posted February 21, 2008 Report Posted February 21, 2008 Alan McInally I’m a Bayern fan, says Bavaria’s favourite Scot MEHR ZUM THEMA Exclusive video preview > ISDN > DSL1 > DSL2 20.02.2008 After scoring 14 goals in 56 appearances and collecting German championship and European Super Cup honours in three seasons at Bayern (1989-92), crowd idol Alan McInally is still remembered fondly at the club. And the former striker has not forgotten Bayern either, closely following Munich’s progress both privately and as a commentator for British broadcaster Sky Sports. fcbayern.de caught up with the only Scot ever to pull on a Bayern jersey, canvassing his views on the Bavarians’ UEFA Cup return against Aberdeen. The 45-year-old former Scotland international made no secret of his lasting affection for the Munich giants. Interview: Alan McInally fcbayern.de: Alan, who are you supporting on Thursday? McInally: “I want Bayern to win. I’m no Aberdeen fan, I’m a Bayern fan.“ fcbayern.de: Is the return just a formality for Bayern? McInally: “Football’s a funny game sometimes, so there’s no guarantee Bayern will win. But I just don’t believe Aberdeen will get the kind of chances they had in the first leg. Bayern defended badly for the two Aberdeen goals, but that can happen to you away from home in Europe. Bayern were always one of the favourites to win the UEFA Cup, and they still are.“ fcbayern.de: How surprised were you by the result in the first leg? McInally: “I was totally surprised. I actually put money on Bayern. I thought they’d win one or two-nil, but unfortunately it ended in a draw. It was unbelievable, we were all stunned here in Scotland. Aberdeen had let in nine goals in their two previous games, and they lost in the league after the first leg against Bayern. The draw against Bayern was a miracle. Today’s Aberdeen are miles away from the Aberdeen who beat Bayern in 1983. But let me say this: Aberdeen played well, much better than in their previous games, although I’m sure Bayern have plenty in reserve.“ fcbayern.de: How do you think Bayern are approaching the return? McInally: “It’s hard for Bayern. They have everything to lose, they’re under pressure as overwhelming favourites, no-one gives Aberdeen a chance. But they’ll have to show Aberdeen some respect and mustn’t start thinking it’ll be easy. They’ll have to battle away, let the ball do the work and fight for the win.“ fcbayern.de: Luca Toni ruined Scotland’s chances of a place at Euro 2008. Is he the man Aberdeen fear most? McInally: “I think so. He’s a big man and he’s scoring freely for Bayern. But I don’t regard Luca Toni as the critical factor on Thursday, I think it’s the midfield. If Bayern control the midfield and get down the flanks, Luca Toni will be even more dangerous.“ fcbayern.de: Are you still in touch with anyone at Bayern? McInally: “Yes, I occasionally talk to physio Atze Gebhard. And normally, as a Sky Sports Champions League commentator, I’d come across Bayern fairly regularly, but unfortunately that’s not the case this season. Hopefully we’ll return to normality next term, and I’ll see Uli Hoeneß and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge more often. I always enjoy coming to Munich, although I don’t get there enough, maybe two or three times a year.“ fcbayern.de: Will you be in Munich for Thursday’s match? McInally: “Unfortunately not. I’m at the ground for Everton against Brann, but I’ll try and keep an eye on Bayern on the TV monitors.“ fcbayern.de: Finally, what’s your tip for Thursday? McInally: “In normal circumstances, Bayern would score three and Aberdeen one at the most, but probably none. My tip is 3-0.“ Quote
BobbyBiscuit Posted February 21, 2008 Report Posted February 21, 2008 And? Don't see what the problem is. Do you support the tims and huns in europe? Couldn't give a fuck what he thinks or wants. Get over it. Quote
Reekie_Red Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 True. A bit like Uncle Ebbe saying he was supporting us against FCK. I couldnae gie two hoots about Alan "The Kaiser" McInally. But I have always known he's not an Aberdeen fan. I don't think Scott Booth, in his time with Setanta, would EVER admit to liking the huns or celtic. Quote
things Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 the only thing to take out of this comment is the perpetual "you must support rangers/celtic when they play in europe" piddle that is trotted out by the weegie press, how it raises the co-efficent blah blah, and that all the other teams fans that don't are just petty small minded creatures... and i am looking at you mr young, et mr trainer... well that piddle doesn't even hold amongst their fellow journo's in the media - who should know better than to come out and say "i hate aberdeen" (and by saying specifically "i'm no aberdeen fan" think that can be implied) the sensible thing would have been to say "i'm torn between supporting my fellow countrymen -but part of my heart will always belong to Bayern" But unfortunately he is just another of the ex-players from the days when aberdeen used to skelp the old-firm regularly, and who don't have the trophy haul they expected. {this time i am looking at you mr murdo mcleod, andy walker...} Quote
boboisared Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 the only thing to take out of this comment is the perpetual "you must support rangers/celtic when they play in europe" piddle that is trotted out by the weegie press, how it raises the co-efficent blah blah, and that all the other teams fans that don't are just petty small minded creatures... and i am looking at you mr young, et mr trainer... well that piddle doesn't even hold amongst their fellow journo's in the media - who should know better than to come out and say "i hate aberdeen" (and by saying specifically "i'm no aberdeen fan" think that can be implied) [flash=200,200]http://the sensible thing would have been to say "i'm torn between supporting my fellow countrymen -but part of my heart will always belong to Bayern" But unfortunately he is just another of the ex-players from the days when aberdeen used to skelp the old-firm regularly, and who don't have the trophy haul they expected. {this time i am looking at you mr murdo mcleod, andy walker...} What a crock of shit. If he doesn't like us, he doesn't like us. Get over it. Quote
Madbadteacher Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 Alan Who? WTF has he ever done? Another "no-mark" Quote
kelt Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 Alan Who? WTF has he ever done? Another "no-mark" Alan McInally, for those who never saw him play, was absolute gash. It was unbelievable, we were all stunned here in Scotland when he signed for Bayern. But football's a funny game sometimes, and there's no guarantee that big sides won't sign pish like him, Quote
Madbadteacher Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 I do actually remember him *shudder* Worse than.............well......................me! Quote
caledonia Posted February 22, 2008 Report Posted February 22, 2008 Was not that great for celtic either his best was with ayr utd Quote
Reekie_Red Posted February 23, 2008 Report Posted February 23, 2008 It was unbelievable, we were all stunned here in Scotland when he signed for Bayern. But football's a funny game sometimes, and there's no guarantee that big sides won't sign pish like him ... and with that, I remind you all of Levski Sofia's Mr Popular ... John Inglis! Quote
things Posted February 23, 2008 Report Posted February 23, 2008 Quote from: things on February 22, 2008, 08:32:29 AM the only thing to take out of this comment is ... Quote from: boboisared What a crock of shit. If he doesn't like us, he doesn't like us. Get over it. do people even read stuff on here? where do i express an opinion on the guy. maybe i should have said that he should be applauded for being honest? (oops: just realised i did mention that he wasn't sensible... by being honest) i made two points: 1) the media often cast scorn on those who don't get behind the gruesome two some and 2) the media are full of ex-players holding a grudge neither of which i guess are earth shattering surprises, or news to any one - just a comment on a chat page. so take your petulant bile filled crock of shit and stick it back where it came from. Quote
manc_don Posted February 23, 2008 Report Posted February 23, 2008 do people even read stuff on here? where do i express an opinion on the guy. maybe i should have said that he should be applauded for being honest? (oops: just realised i did mention that he wasn't sensible... by being honest) i made two points: 1) the media often cast scorn on those who don't get behind the gruesome two some and 2) the media are full of ex-players holding a grudge neither of which i guess are earth shattering surprises, or news to any one - just a comment on a chat page. so take your petulant bile filled crock of shit and stick it back where it came from. Who gives a shite about him anyway. Hadn't heard of him until I read his name in the program the other week. Quote
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