Championship structures are once again topical with the group format being replaced by a back door format structure next season. Paul Quinn has drawn up a proposal that would give all counties a similar look to the season. He spoke with Michael McMullan… WHEN Leitrim took the decision not to field against Fermanagh in the […]
Persistence, intrigue, a vote and Sam: Armagh and a story of sticking together
June 6, 2025
By Michael McMullan It’s impossible not to be intrigued by Armagh. For the rest of us, we can only hazard a guess at the level of intramural satisfaction within their bubble. When their jet-black bus pulls out of dodge, you wonder about the vibe inside. What level does their ‘us against the world’ rise to? […]
All-Ireland Round Three fixture details announced
June 3, 2025
By Michael McMullan THE GAA have announced the fixture details for the All-Ireland SFC Round Three games on the weekend of June 14/15. There are two all-Ulster clashes down for decision including a top of the table meeting of Down and Monaghan that will decide a quarter-final spot. Tyrone take on Cavan knowing a win […]
Doherty saves Derry with last gasp equaliser against Galway in Celtic Park thriller
June 1, 2025
All-Ireland SFC Round Two Derry 2-20 Galway 4-14 By Michael McMullan WHAT a game of football this was. An epic. It had everything you could wish for apart from a winner. Advertisement Niall Loughlin’s goal shot Derry into an eight-point midway through the second half. Lachlan Murray’s input was telling and the Oakleafers were making […]
We need to up our game says McGuinness
May 31, 2025
BY RYAN FERRY DONEGAL manager Jim McGuinness says Cavan brought a ‘serious edge’ to their group opener with Mayo, and he expects his side to face more of the same on Sunday. Cavan were tipped by many pundits to finish bottom of Group One but their three-point victory over Mayo has made things interesting. And […]
Reilly expects a Donegal backlash in Breffni clash
May 31, 2025
By Niall Gartland CAVAN legend Jim Reilly expects a backlash when Jim McGuinness’ Donegal come to town this Sunday – but he’s cautiously optimistic that the Breffni County will be able to absorb whatever comes their way. While the Breffni County got off to a winning start in their All-Ireland round robin victory with an […]
Derry v Galway: Vital points up for grabs
May 31, 2025
By Michael McMullan SUNDAY in Celtic Park isn’t exactly the last chance saloon but it’s not far off it for Derry. Paddy Tally said as much after Saturday’s defeat to Armagh. Their season of fits and starts has failed to lay all of the pieces of a puzzle on any one day. Ironically Galway are […]
GERARD O’KANE: Crunch time for Galway and Derry
May 30, 2025
JUST when the GAA seems to have got a few things right, they might just go and undo it all again. When these new group stages came in last year there was commentary around needless games, about how it’s set up for the stronger sides and will lead to some dead rubbers and too many […]
FEATURE: A look at the top 10 All-Ireland contenders
May 30, 2025
With the race for Sam Maguire now firmly underway, Shaun Casey looks at those counties who have a real chance of going all the way to the final and claiming the top prize… Kerry THERE’S not much to separate the top sides at the moment and realistically, we won’t really know where Kerry are at […]
One change for Tyrone ahead of Mayo visit
May 30, 2025
By Michael McMullan MALACHY O’Rourke has made one change from the team that started their Donegal win ahead of their meeting with Mayo this weekend. Peter Teague, who started every game before Ballybofey, came on to play an important role as Tyrone turned the game on Donegal’s last three kick-outs. The Dromore man comes in […]