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Historic Moment for GAA Rounders as Congress Votes Overwhelmingly for Ard Chomhairle Seat

JoeNa Connacht — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:09:41 +0000

Historic Moment for GAA Rounders as Congress Votes Overwhelmingly for Ard Chomhairle Seat

GAA Rounders has officially secured its place at the top table of the association after an overwhelming vote at GAA Congress 2026.

Motion 2 — proposing the addition of a GAA Rounders representative to Ard Chomhairle — passed with a remarkable 98.3% in favour, with just 1.7% voting against. The motion was submitted by Old Leighlin (Carlow) and represents one of the most significant governance moments in the modern history of the sport.

Motion 2 passed at GAA Congress with 98.3% support, confirming a Rounders seat on Ard Chomhairle.

For the first time, GAA Rounders will have a direct voice in the room where the biggest decisions are made.

A long-awaited breakthrough

For decades, Rounders has operated under the GAA umbrella without direct representation at Central Council level. While the sport has grown steadily in participation and profile — particularly in recent years — its absence from Ard Chomhairle has often been viewed as a structural gap.

That gap is now closed.

The scale of the vote leaves little ambiguity. A near-unanimous endorsement from delegates signals strong support across the association for recognising Rounders as a fully embedded part of the GAA’s governance framework.

More than symbolic

While the motion itself is short in wording, its implications are substantial.

Having a Rounders representative on Ard Chomhairle ensures the sport will now have a direct voice in discussions around:

Governance and constitutional matters
Development funding and resources
Facilities and long-term planning
The strategic direction of the wider association

It also strengthens Rounders’ standing within the GAA ecosystem, particularly at a time when conversations around multi-code inclusion and representation continue to evolve.

A defining Congress moment

Congress 2026 features numerous debates across governance, championships and structural reform, but Motion 2 will stand out as a defining legacy decision.

Unlike many technical rule changes that shape competitions or administration, this vote directly alters the governance landscape of the association. It formally acknowledges Rounders’ place not just within the GAA family, but within its core decision-making structure.

A clear mandate

The strength of the vote matters.

Passing with 98.3% support, the motion moves beyond simple approval into clear mandate territory. It reflects not just acceptance but strong backing from the wider GAA membership.

For those involved in Rounders at club, county and national level, the result is both symbolic and practical — a recognition of the work done to grow the sport and a platform for further development in the years ahead.

What happens next

With the motion now passed, attention will turn to how the Rounders representative is selected and integrated into Ard Chomhairle structures — a process that will likely require formal constitutional and governance steps.

However, the direction is now clear.

For the first time in its history, GAA Rounders will have a seat at the main table of the GAA.

More coverage: Follow SportsNewsIRELAND.com for updates from Congress and what the changes mean for clubs and counties.

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GAA Congress 2026: Historic Weekend as GAA Rounders Set for Seat at the Top Table

JoeNa Connacht — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:30:36 +0000

GAA Congress 2026: Historic Weekend as GAA Rounders Set for Seat at the Top Table

This weekend’s GAA Annual Congress in Croke Park could mark one of the most significant moments in the modern history of GAA Rounders. Among the 25 motions set to be debated by delegates, Motion 2 stands out as a landmark proposal — one that would see a GAA Rounders representative formally added to Ard Chomhairle for the first time. If passed, it would finally give Rounders a seat at the main decision-making table of the GAA.

For Rounders, this isn’t a symbolic tweak — it’s a voice in the room where the big decisions get made.

A seat long in the making

Submitted by Old Leighlin (Carlow), Motion 2 proposes expanding the composition of Central Council to include representation from GAA Rounders. While modest in wording, the impact would be profound. Rounders has been part of the GAA for generations, yet unlike football and hurling — and even newer structures within the association — it has operated without direct representation at the highest level of governance. That absence has often been felt in practical ways. Decisions around facilities, development funding, governance structures and long-term planning have historically been made without a dedicated Rounders voice present in the room. A successful vote would immediately change that dynamic. More than symbolism, it would provide Rounders with influence and visibility at the highest level of the association.

Congress agenda: 25 motions, big implications

The GAA’s Annual Congress takes place on Friday and Saturday at Croke Park. A total of 25 motions will be debated and voted on by delegates, submitted from various units including Central Council, the Amateur Status Review Committee, CCCC, the Hurling Development Committee, the Demographics Committee (with the Standing Committee on Playing Rules), Development CCC and the Rules Advisory Committee. Overall, 23 motions are changes to existing rules (requiring more than 60% approval) and two are new rules (needing more than 50% to pass).

Simplified guide: what each motion is about

- Motion 1: Changes how the five-year rule for county officers is calculated, including a proposed variation to the rule (Meath).

- Motion 2: Add a GAA Rounders representative to Ard Chomhairle by amending the composition of Central Council (Old Leighlin, Carlow).

- Motion 3: Redefines “first club” by lowering the age grade from U12 to U10 (Kilteely-Dromkeen).

- Motion 4: Alters an exception to the “one county per year” championship rule for U21 and younger where a player’s club has no team, allowing them to play with another club rather than an independent team (Kerry).

- Motion 5: Proposes an inter-county eligibility restriction: to play senior inter-county championship, a player must have played eight club league/championship games the previous year (Clontarf).

- Motion 6: Seeks to remove All-Ireland SHC preliminary quarter-finals; also proposes changes to the Joe McDonagh Cup format (Laois). (If this passes, Motion 18 won’t be heard.)

- Motion 7: Fixes All-Ireland minor finals in Croke Park as curtain-raisers to the respective senior finals (Tempo Maguires).

- Motion 8 (New Rule): Caps the senior inter-county playing season at 30 competitive weekends (31 if an All-Ireland final replay is required) (GPA).

- Motion 9: Clarifies that match officials shall not be required to attend hearings or give oral evidence/cross-examination (Abbeylara).

- Motion 10: Clarifies when an appealed decision takes effect — either after the appeal window ends, or after the appeal outcome is issued (Abbeylara).

- Motion 11: Changes the threshold to call a club special general meeting to 10% of membership or 25 members (whichever is greater) (Castledaly).

- Motion 12: Updates wording to allow for at least three female appointments on the Management Committee (Central Council).

- Motion 13: Extends “Winner on the Day” to provincial football finals (currently All-Ireland finals go to replay after extra-time).

- Motion 14: Moves All-Ireland finals back by two weeks (to on or before the 32nd Sunday of the year), prevents inter-county competitions before the 4th Sunday, and removes pre-season competitions; includes concessions for counties reaching All-Ireland finals.

- Motion 15 (New Rule): Introduces a certification concept for counties to participate in senior inter-county competitions (Amateur Status Review Committee).

- Motion 16: Recasts/rewords an existing Amateur Status rule to state what can be done as well as what cannot be done (Amateur Status Review Committee).

- Motion 17: Addresses New York’s participation in inter-county championships and how that interacts with hurling groups, promotion and relegation.

- Motion 18: Removes SHC preliminary quarter-finals (CCCC). (Will fall if Motion 6 passes.)

- Motion 19: Brings dissent rules from football into hurling, with frees advanced 30 metres (rather than 50).

- Motion 20: Begins a process to develop policy on the definition of a club, giving county committees scope to determine clubs within their counties.

- Motion 21: Helps smaller rural clubs by allowing county committees to adjust outfield numbers to not below 11 (enabling 12-a-side).

- Motion 22: Expands the composition of Development CCC and provides authority for annual operational reviews of U17-and-under competitions.

- Motion 23: Extends Central Council powers to interpret codes as well as rules.

- Motion 24: Enables counties to use an online system for club transfers.

- Motion 25: Introduces Central Council guidelines on permanent residency for transfers/eligibility, allowing counties to apply criteria from those guidelines.

Why Motion 2 matters most for Rounders

For GAA Rounders, this is not just another administrative vote. If Motion 2 passes, it’s a meaningful shift in how the sport is represented and heard within the association — visibility, voice and influence at the highest level. In years to come, Congress 2026 could be remembered as the weekend Rounders finally took its place at the main table of the GAA.

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Gaelic Football 2026: Official Changes to Kick-Outs and Discipline

Jack Irwin — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:11:17 +0000

The Gaelic Football season of 2026 will be a clear turning point in the way the inter-county and club games are run.

After 61 resolutions were passed during the GAA Special Congress at Croke Park, several structural modifications that were tested have now become part of the Official Guide. New rules for kick-outs and a new disciplinary system to deal with unscrupulous play and officiating standards are at the heart of these changes.

Jim Gavin leads the Football Review Committee (FRC), which made these revisions based on a lot of research. The major goal, as stated in official GAA publications, is to lengthen the “arc of play” and keep the ball moving for longer periods of time during competitive games.

The Intersection of Sporting Integrity and Digital Entertainment

The addition of these exact field lines and scoring zones has added a new level of statistical detail to the game, which is part of a larger change in how Irish people watch sports. The GAA is using more technology-based solutions, such as improved performance tracking and centralized match timing.

Simultaneously, the growth of high-quality digital services has changed how Irish fans interact with the sport. With the introduction of the 40-metre arc making high-scoring comebacks more likely, fans are engaging with the game in real-time. Many utilize sportsbooks and online platforms, such as Spin Casino Ireland, to follow live odds and place bets on whether a player will opt for the risky two-point attempt or a safer play. This move toward a digital-first strategy ensures that people all around the country can access information on rule changes and match data immediately

Enhanced Disciplinary Measures for Cynical Behavior

The 2026 season has stronger “Category II” punishments for transgressions. Intentional jersey-pulling to prevent a goal is now a black card violation. The offending player now receives a 10-minute sin-bin and the attacking side receives a penalty, a provision that has been expanded from inter-county senior grade to all club competitions.

Also, the GAA has established the “Solo and Go” for fouled players. If they are not inside the opposition’s 20-metre line, the fouled player or a nearby teammate can toe-tap the ball and immediately go forward to continue play. An opponent interfering with a “Solo and Go” within the four-metre protected zone is penalized by the referee advancing the ball 50 metres.

Official Pitch Markings and the 40-Metre Arc

Gaelic Football pitches have been modified to accommodate 2026 scoring and kick-out rules. All official pitches must have a 40-meter semi-circle arc in the goal line. This arc defines genuine kick-outs and the new two-point scoring restriction.

At least one foot on or outside the 40-meter arc counts as two points for play or free kicks. The score umpire waves an orange flag, and the referee lifts both arms over their heads. This correction is precise. A converted “45” is worth one point regardless of where it is kicked.

Managing Dissent and Sideline Conduct

In 2026, team officials and players-match officials are increasingly important. The new “disruptive conduct” rules provide the opposite team a 13-meter free kick if a team official verbally insults or enters the pitch without authorization. This will open the next quarter with the 13-meter free if it happens before or during halftime.

The team captain’s role is also explained in the Official Guide. The captain or his deputy (if the captain is out) can request further information regarding a referee’s call. This communication requires a game pause. Any player who challenges a ruling with an official risks a 50-meter penalty.

The Clock and Hooter System Integration

All Allianz Football League Division 1 and 2 matches and Senior Football Championship events must use the clock and hooter system after successful testing. This method eliminates the referee’s option to add time to halves by ending matches immediately after the hooter unless the ball is in flight or a free-kick/penalty is due.

The GAA has acknowledged that while the hooter system is the target for all grounds, its immediate implementation at lower club levels may be phased due to infrastructure requirements. However, in any venue where the technology is currently installed and operational, such as major county grounds, its use is officially required under the 2026 rules to ensure maximum transparency regarding match duration.

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Mayo Too Strong for Dublin as Beirne Goal Seals Allianz Football League Division 1 Win

Garth Kenny — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:35:37 +0000

Mayo Too Strong for Dublin as Beirne Goal Seals Allianz Football League Division 1 Win

Mayo continued their perfect start to Division 1 of the Allianz Football League with a convincing 1-18 to 2-9 victory over Dublin, a margin that could have been even more emphatic with greater efficiency in front of goal.

Andy Moran’s side were on top for long periods at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, setting an early tempo and never allowing Dublin to fully settle. The decisive moment arrived nine minutes into the second half when teenage forward Darragh Beirne burst through the Dublin defence and finished clinically past Evan Comerford.

@MayoGAA senior football manager Andy Moran speaks to @grealisStevie following his team’s six point victory over Dublin in the national league this afternoon pic.twitter.com/BIvmAMTHrC

— Mid West Radio (@radiomidwest) February 1, 2026

Dublin’s challenge was undermined further by the dismissal of Seán McMahon shortly after the restart for an off-the-ball incident, while the first-half injury to influential midfielder Brian Howard also disrupted the visitors’ structure.

Mayo wasted little time asserting control. Sam Callinan and Fergal Boland split the posts inside the opening two minutes, before Dublin briefly swung momentum their way through a Luke Breathnach goal. Mayo responded calmly, however, with two-pointers from Ryan O’Donoghue and David McBrien pushing the hosts into a 0-7 to 1-2 lead by the 15-minute mark.

While the intensity dipped during the second quarter, Mayo remained composed and carried a two-point advantage into the break, leading 0-10 to 1-5 at half-time.

Any lingering doubt about the outcome was extinguished on 46 minutes when Beirne struck for goal, capping a fine individual display from the 19-year-old, who finished with 1-1 and could easily have added further goals.

Dublin briefly threatened a revival when Paddy Small found the net in the 53rd minute and Cormac Costello landed a two-pointer, but Mayo never looked in danger. The Connacht side finished the contest strongly, outscoring the visitors by four points in the second half to seal a thoroughly deserved win.

Scorers

Mayo: R O’Donoghue 0-5 (2p, 1f); D Beirne 1-1; D McBrien 0-3 (2p); S Callinan, F Boland 0-2 each; S Coen, J Carney, J Flynn, C McHale (f), D O’Connor 0-1 each.

Dublin: C Costello 0-5 (2p, 1f, 1 ‘45); P Small 1-1; L Breathnach 1-0; K McGinnis, J Lundy, S Bugler 0-1 each.

Teams

Mayo: R Hennelly; J Coyne, R Brickenden, E Hession; S Callinan, D McBrien, P Durcan; B Tuohy, J Flynn; S Coen, R O’Donoghue, J Carney; F Boland, J Carr, D Beirne.

Subs: A O’Shea for Durcan (44); D O’Connor for Carr (47); C McHale for Beirne (53); P Towey for Boland (62); D McHugh for Coen (64).

Dublin: E Comerford; D Byrne, S McMahon, C Tyrrell; N Doran, E Murchan, C O’Connor; E Dunne, B Howard; J Lundy, N Scully, K McGinnis; P Small, L Breathnach, C Costello.

Subs: C Kilkenny for Dunne (22); K Stephenson for McGinnis (24); S Bugler for Howard (31); L O’Dell for Lundy (52); G McEneaney for Breathnach (60); E Kennedy for Byrne (temporary, 67).

Referee: Martin McNally (Monaghan)

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List of live GAA matches on Sky Sports, TG4, GAA+ & RTE

JoeNa Connacht — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:02:16 +0000

We have the list of live GAA matches that will be broadcast live on Online, GAAGO, Clubber, Sky Sports & RTE, here are the fixtures Hurling and Gaelic Football league and championships.

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CLICK FOR List of Live GAA Matches on Clubber Here’s a full list of this week’s fixtures from the image, grouped by county:

Saturday 31 JanuaryAllianz FL Division 1
Armagh v Galway, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 5pm – RTE

Allianz FL Division 2
Kildare v Offaly, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, 6pm
Derry v Tyrone, Celtic Park, 6pm – GAA+

Allianz FL Division 3
Limerick v Down, Mick Neville Park, 2pm
Wexford v Laois, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 6pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Carlow v Wicklow, Netwatch Cullen Park, 6pm

Allianz HL Division 1A
Galway v Cork, Pearse Stadium, 7pm – TG4

Allianz HL Division 1B
Dublin v Kildare, Parnell Park, 7.30pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Donegal v Fermanagh, O’Donnell Park, 2pm
Louth v Tyrone, Protection & Prosperity Louth, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Leitrim v Sligo, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán, 2pm
Longford v Cavan, Michael Fay Park, 2pm
Lancashire v Monaghan, Abbottstown, 1pm
Sunday 1 February

Allianz FL Division 1
Donegal v Kerry, Father Tierney Park, Ballyshannon, 1.30pm – TG4
Mayo v Dublin, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, 1.30pm
Roscommon v Monaghan, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Louth v Cork, Drogheda, 1.30pm
Cavan v Meath, Kingspan Breffni, 3.45pm – TG4

Allianz FL Division 3
Clare v Westmeath, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm
Sligo v Fermanagh, Markievicz Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Leitrim v Waterford, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán, 1pm
Longford v London, Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, 1pm
Tipperary v Antrim, Moneygall, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 1A
Offaly v Tipperary, Glenisk O’Connor Park, 2pm
Waterford v Limerick, Azzurri Walsh Park, 2pm – TG4 Player

Allianz HL Division 1B
Antrim v Clare, Cushendall, 1pm – GAA+
Down v Wexford, McKenna Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Laois v Derry, Laois Hire O’Moore Park, 1pm
London v Mayo, McGovern Park, Ruislip, 1pm
Kerry v Westmeath, Austin Stack Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Wicklow v Armagh, Echelon Park, 2pm

Ladies NFL Division 1
Cork v Galway, Páirc Uí Rinn, 2pm
Kildare v Armagh, Hawkfield, 2pm

Ladies NFL Division 2
Mayo v Wexford, Swinford Amenity Park, 2pm
Monaghan v Donegal, Éire Óg, Smithborough, 2pm
Tipperary v Cavan, Clonmel Sportsfield, 2pm
Westmeath v Tyrone, St Loman’s, 2pm

Ladies NFL Division 3
Clare v Louth, Clarecastle 4G, 2pm
Fermanagh v Roscommon, Tempo Maguires, 2pm
Laois v Down, Emo, 2pm
Limerick v Antrim, UL 4G, 2pm

Ladies NFL Division 4
Carlow v Wicklow, SETU Carlow, 2pm
Derry v Longford, Eoghan Rua, 2pm
Leitrim v Sligo, Páirc Sheáin Uí Eislin, 2pm
Offaly v Kilkenny, Ferbane, 2pm
Monday 2 February

Ladies NFL Division 1
Meath v Dublin, Stamullen, 2pm – TG4 player
Kerry v Waterford, Fitzgerald Stadium, 2pm – TG4
Tuesday 3 February

Sigerson Cup semi-final

Wednesday 4 February

Sigerson Cup semi-final

Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final
Thursday 5 February

Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final
Saturday 7 February

Allianz HL Division 1A
Cork v Tipperary, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 7.30pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Wexford v Carlow, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 5.15pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Kerry v London, Austin Stack Park, Tralee, 12.30pm
Derry v Mayo, Celtic Park, Derry, 1pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Armagh v Roscommon, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 2.30pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Sligo v Lancashire, TBC, 1pm
Monaghan v Longford, Grattan Park, Inniskeen, 2pm
Sunday 8 February

Allianz HL Division 1A
Waterford v Offaly, Azzurri Walsh Park, 1.45pm
Limerick v Kilkenny, TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerick, 3.45pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Clare v Down, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 1.30pm
Kildare v Antrim, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Westmeath v Meath, TEG Cusack Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Fermanagh v Louth, Brewster Park, 2pm
Tyrone v Wicklow, O’Neills Healy Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Warwickshire v Leitrim, Páirc na hÉireann, 1pm
Wednesday 11 February

Sigerson Cup final
TBC v TBC, Croke Park, 7.35pm – TG4

Friday 13 February

Fitzgibbon Cup final
TBC v TBC, Croke Park, 7.35pm – TG4

Saturday 14 February

Allianz FL Division 1
Kerry v Galway, Austin Stack Park, Tralee, 5pm
Dublin v Monaghan, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 7pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Meath v Louth, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 5pm
Kildare v Derry, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, 6.30pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Down v Westmeath, Páirc Esler, Newry, 6pm
Laois v Sligo, Laois Hire O’Moore Park, 6pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Waterford v Wicklow, Cappoquin Logistics Fraher Field, 6pm
Sunday 15 February

Allianz FL Division 1
Donegal v Mayo, O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny, 1.45pm
Roscommon v Armagh, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Offaly v Cork, Glenisk O’Connor Park, 2pm
Tyrone v Cavan, O’Neills Healy Park, 3.45pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Fermanagh v Clare, Brewster Park, Enniskillen, 1pm
Limerick v Wexford, Mick Neville Park, Rathkeale, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
London v Leitrim, McGovern Park, Ruislip, 1pm
Antrim v Longford, Erins Own, Cargin, 2pm
Tipperary v Carlow, FBD Semple Stadium, 2pm
Saturday 21 February

Allianz FL Division 1
Dublin v Kerry, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 7pm
Galway v Roscommon, Pearse Stadium, 7pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Derry v Offaly, Celtic Park, Derry, 6pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Carlow v Waterford, Netwatch Cullen Park, 6pm

Allianz HL Division 1A
Tipperary v Limerick, FBD Semple Stadium, 5.30pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Dublin v Wexford, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 5pm
Kildare v Clare, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, 6.30pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Laois v Kerry, Laois Hire O’Moore Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Donegal v Armagh, O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny, 2pm
Fermanagh v Tyrone, Brewster Park, Enniskillen, 2pm
Louth v Roscommon, Protection & Prosperity Louth, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Cavan v Lancashire, Kingspan Breffni, 1pm
Sligo v Warwickshire, TBC, 1pm
Monaghan v Leitrim, Grattan Park, 2pm
Sunday 22 February

Allianz FL Division 1
Monaghan v Mayo, St Tiernach’s Park, Clones, 1.45pm
Armagh v Donegal, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, Armagh, 3.45pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Cork v Meath, Páirc Uí Rinn, 2pm
Louth v Tyrone, DEFY Páirc Mhuire, 2pm
Cavan v Kildare, Kingspan Breffni, Cavan, 3pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Westmeath v Fermanagh, TEG Cusack Park, 1pm
Clare v Laois, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm
Sligo v Limerick, TBC, 2pm
Wexford v Down, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Wicklow v London, Echelon Park, 1pm
Leitrim v Antrim, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán, 2pm
Longford v Tipperary, Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 1A
Kilkenny v Waterford, UPMC Nowlan Park, Kilkenny, 1.45pm
Offaly v Galway, St Brendan’s Park, Birr, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Antrim v Carlow, Pearse Park, Dunloy, 1pm

Allianz HL Division 2
London v Westmeath, McGovern Park, Ruislip, 1pm
Meath v Derry, St Loman’s Park, Trim, 1pm

Saturday 28 February

Allianz FL DIvision 2
Cavan v Louth, Kingspan Breffni, 5..15pm
Tyrone v Offaly, Healy Park, 6pm
Kildare v Meath, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, 7pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Down v Fermanagh, Páirc Esler, 6pm
Laois v Westmeath, Laois Hire O’Moore Park, 6pm
Limerick v Clare, Mick Neville Park, 6pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Antrim v Wicklow, Roger Casements, 5pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Carlow v Clare, Netwatch Cullen Park, 6pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Derry v London, Celtic Park, Derry 1pm
Mayo v Meath, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Roscommon v Tyrone, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 2.30pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Lancashire v Longford, Abbotstown, 1pm
Leitrim v Cavan, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán, 2pm

Sunday 1 March

Allianz FL Division 1
Kerry v Monaghan, Fitzgerald Stadium, 1.15pm
Mayo v Armagh, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, 1.15pm
Donegal v Galway, Father Tierney Park, Ballyshannon 1.15pm
Roscommon v Dublin, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Derry v Cork, Celtic Park, 1pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Wexford v Sligo, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
London v Waterford, McGovern Park, Ruislip 1pm
Longford v Carlow, Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, 2pm
Tipperary v Leitrim, FBD Semple Stadium, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 1A
Galway v Waterford, Pearse Stadium, 2pm
Offaly v Limerick, Glenisk O’Connor Park, 2pm
Kilkenny v Cork, UPMC Nowlan Park, 3.15pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Down v Kildare, McKenna Park, Ballycran 1pm
Antrim v Dublin, Pearse Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Westmeath v Laois, TEG Cusack Park, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Louth v Donegal, Protection & Prosperity Louth, 2pm
Wicklow v Fermanagh, Echelon Park, A2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Warwickshire v Monaghan, Páirc na hÉireann, Birmingham 1pm
Saturday 7 March

Allianz HL Division 1A
Galway v Kilkenny, Pearse Stadium, Salthill, 5.15pm
Limerick v Cork, TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerick, 7pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Dublin v Down, Parnell Park, 5pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Tyrone v Armagh, O’Neills Healy Park, Omagh, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Leitrim v Lancashire, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán MacDiarmada, Carrick-on-Shannon, 1pm
Sligo v Cavan, TBC, 2.30pm
Sunday 8 March

Allianz HL Division 1A
Waterford v Tipperary, Azzurri Walsh Park, 3.15pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Clare v Wexford, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, Ennis, 1.15pm
Kildare v Carlow, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, Newbridge, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 2
Kerry v Mayo, Austin Stack Park, Tralee, 2pm
Laois v Meath, Laois Hire O’Moore Park, Portlaoise, 2pm
Westmeath v Derry, TEG Cusack Park, Mullingar, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Donegal v Wicklow, O’Donnell Park, Letterkenny, 2pm
Fermanagh v Roscommon, Brewster Park, Enniskillen, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Warwickshire v Longford, Páirc na hÉireann, Birmingham, 1pm
Saturday 14 March

Allianz FL Division 1
Kerry v Mayo, Austin Stack Park, Tralee, 4pm
Dublin v Armagh, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 7pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Cork v Kildare, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 5pm
Meath v Tyrone, Páirc an Chrócaigh, 5pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Fermanagh v Laois, Brewster Park, Enniskillen, 6pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Carlow v London, Netwatch Cullen Park, 6pm

Munster U20FC Phase 1 – Round 1
Clare v Tipperary, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Waterford, TBC, TBC
Sunday 15 March

Allianz FL Division 1
Roscommon v Donegal, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 1.30pm
Monaghan v Galway, Grattan Park, Inniskeen, 3.45pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Louth v Derry, DEFY Páirc Mhuire, Ardee, 1.30pm
Offaly v Cavan, Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Clare v Wexford, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm
Sligo v Down, TBC, 2pm
Westmeath v Limerick, TEG Cusack Park, Mullingar, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Waterford v Antrim, Cappoquin Logistics Fraher Field, 1pm
Leitrim v Longford, Heartland Credit Union Páirc Seán MacDiarmada, Carrick-on-Shannon, 2pm
Wicklow v Tipperary, Echelon Park, Aughrim, 2pm
Saturday 21 March

Allianz HL Division 1A
Cork v Offaly, SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 7pm
Limerick v Galway, TUS Gaelic Grounds, 7pm
Tipperary v Kilkenny, FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles, 7pm

Allianz HL Division 1B
Carlow v Dublin, Netwatch Cullen Park, 5pm
Down v Antrim, Páirc Esler, Newry, 5pm
Wexford v Kildare, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 5pm

Allianz HL Division 2
London v Laois, McGovern Park, Ruislip, 1pm
Mayo v Westmeath, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar, 1pm
Meath v Kerry, St Loman’s Park, Trim, 1pm

Allianz HL Division 3
Armagh v Fermanagh, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 2pm
Roscommon v Donegal, King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park, 2pm
Wicklow v Louth, Echelon Park, Aughrim, 2pm

Allianz HL Division 4
Cavan v Monaghan, Kingspan Breffni, 2pm
Lancashire v Warwickshire, TBC, 2pm
Longford v Sligo, Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, 2pm

Munster U20FC Phase 1 – Round 2
Waterford v Clare, TBC, TBC
Tipperary v Limerick, TBC, TBC
Sunday 22 March

Allianz FL Division 1
Armagh v Kerry, BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 3.30pm
Galway v Dublin, Pearse Stadium, Salthill, 3.30pm
Mayo v Roscommon, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar, 3.30pm
Monaghan v Donegal, St Tiernach’s Park, Clones, 3.30pm

Allianz FL Division 2
Derry v Cavan, Celtic Park, 1.15pm
Kildare v Louth, Cedral St Conleth’s Park, Newbridge, 1.15pm
Offaly v Meath, Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore, 1.15pm
Tyrone v Cork, O’Neills Healy Park, Omagh, 1.15pm

Allianz FL Division 3
Down v Laois, Páirc Esler, Newry, 2pm
Limerick v Fermanagh, Mick Neville Park, Rathkeale, 2pm
Sligo v Clare, TBC, 2pm
Wexford v Westmeath, Chadwicks Wexford Park, 2pm

Allianz FL Division 4
Antrim v London, Erins Own, Cargin (Toomebridge), 1pm
Carlow v Leitrim, Netwatch Cullen Park, 1pm
Longford v Wicklow, Glennon Brothers Pearse Park, 1pm
Tipperary v Waterford, FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles, 1pm

Wednesday 25 March

Munster U20HC
Clare v Waterford, TBC, TBC
Tipperary v Cork, TBC, TBC

Saturday 28th -Sunday 29th March
NFL finals (Divisions 1, 2, 3 & 4)

NHL finals (Divisions 2, 3 & 4)
Saturday 28 March

Munster U20FC Phase 1 round 3
Waterford v Tipperary, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Clare, TBC, TBC

Monday 30 March

Munster MFC Phase 1 round 1
Clare v Waterford, TBC, TBC
Tipperary v Limerick, TBC, TBC

April

Saturday 4th-Sunday 5th: NHL finals (Divisions 1A & 1B)

Saturday 11th-Sunday 12th: Start of provincial senior football championships

Saturday 18th-Sunday 19th: Leinster SHC (R1): Galway v Kilkenny, Kildare v Wexford, Offaly v Dublin; Munster SHC (R1): Clare v Waterford, Tipperary v Cork

Saturday 25th-Sunday 26th: Leinster SHC (R2): Kilkenny v Wexford, Galway v Offaly, Dublin v Kildare; Munster SHC Rd 2: Cork v Limerick, Waterford v Tipperary

Wednesday 1 April

Munster U20HC
Cork v Limerick, TBC, TBC
Waterford v Tipperary, TBC, TBC

Friday 3 April

Munster MHC
Limerick v Waterford, TBC, TBC
Tipperary v Clare, TBC, TBC

Monday 6 April

Munster MFC Phase 1 round 2
Waterford v Tipperary, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Clare, TBC, TBC

Wednesday 8 April

Munster U20HC
Clare v Limerick, TBC, TBC
Thursday 9 April

Munster U20FC B final

Munster U20FC Phase 2 round 1
First place phase 1 team v Cork, TBC, TBC
Second place phase 1 team v Kerry, TBC, TBC

Friday 10 April

Munster MHC
Clare v Limerick, TBC, TBC
Waterford v Cork, TBC, TBC

Monday 13 April

Munster MFC Phase 1 round 3
Clare v Tipperary, TBC, TBC
Waterford v Limerick, TBC, TBC

Wednesday 15 April

Munster U20HC
Waterford v Cork, TBC, TBC
Thursday 16 April

Munster U20FC Phase 2 round 2
Cork v Kerry, TBC, TBC
First place phase 1 team v Second place phase 1 team, TBC, TBC
Friday 17 April

Munster MHC
Tipperary v Cork, TBC, TBC

Wednesday 22 April

Munster U20HC
Tipperary v Clare, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Waterford, TBC, TBC

Thursday 23 April

Munster U20FC Phase 2 round 3
Cork v First place phase 1 team, TBC, TBC
Kerry v Second place phase 1 team, TBC, TBC

Friday 24 April

Munster MHC
Clare v Waterford, TBC, TBC

Monday 27 April

Munster MFC Phase 2 round 1
First place phase 1 team v Kerry, TBC, TBC
Second place phase 1 team v Cork, TBC, TBC

Wednesday 29 April

Munster U20HC
Cork v Clare, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Tipperary, TBC, TBC

Thursday 30 April

Munster U20FC final

May

Saturday 2nd-Sunday 3rd: Munster SHC (3A): Clare v Limerick

Saturday 9th-Sunday 10th: Munster SFC final; Connacht SFC final; Leinster SHC (R3): Offaly v Kilkenny, Kildare v Galway, Wexford v Dublin; Munster SHC (R3B): Waterford v Cork

Saturday 16th-Sunday 17th: Leinster SFC final; Ulster SFC final; Leinster SHC (R4): Kilkenny v Kildare, Offaly v Wexford, Galway v Dublin; Munster SHC (R4): Tipperary v Clare, Limerick v Waterford

Saturday 23rd-Sunday 24th: All-Ireland SFC (R1); Leinster SHC (R5): Dublin v Kilkenny, Wexford v Galway, Kildare v Offaly; Munster SHC (R5): Cork v Clare, Limerick v Tipperary

Saturday 30th-Sunday 31st: All-Ireland SFC (R1)

Friday 1 May

Munster MHC
Cork v Clare, TBC, TBC
Limerick v Tipperary, TBC, TBC

Monday 4 May

Munster MFC Phase 2 round 2
Kerry v Cork, TBC, TBC
First place phase 1 team v Second place phase 1 team, TBC, TBC
Wednesday 6 May

Munster U20HC semi-final

Friday 8 May

Munster MHC
Cork v Limerick, TBC, TBC
Waterford v Tipperary, TBC, TBC

Monday 11 May

Munster MFC Phase 2 round 3
Cork v First place phase 1 team, TBC, TBC
Kerry v second place phase 2 team, TBC, TBC

Wednesday 13 May

Munster U20HC final

Friday 15 May

Munster MHC final

Monday 18 May

Munster MFC final
June

Saturday 6th: Leinster SHC final; Joe McDonagh Cup final

Sunday 7th: Munster SHC final

Saturday 13th-Sunday 14th: All-Ireland SFC (R2); All-Ireland SHC preliminary quarter-final

Saturday 20th-Sunday 21st: All-Ireland SFC (R3); All-Ireland SHC quarter-finals

Saturday 27th-Sunday 28th: All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals

July

Saturday 4th: All-Ireland SHC semi-final (Leinster winner v quarter-final winner)

Sunday 5th: All-Ireland SHC semi-final (Munster winner v quarter-final winner)

Saturday 11th-Sunday 12th: All-Ireland SFC semi-finals; Tailteann Cup final (Saturday)

Sunday 19th: All-Ireland SHC final

Sunday 26th: All-Ireland SFC final

August

Saturday 1st: All-Ireland SHC final replay date

Saturday 8th: All-Ireland SFC final replay

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List of upcoming Live and streamed GAA coverage on TG4 and TG4.ie

JoeNa Connacht — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:50 +0000

List of upcoming Live and streamed GAA coverage on TG4 and TG4.ie we have a full list of events on the Irish station.
Live Sport on TV this Week:
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GAA Beo
Saturday, 31 January @ 18:45Live coverage of Galway v Cork in Round 1 of Division 1A in the Allianz Hurling League. Presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill.

LIVE
Gradaim an Uachtaráin 2026
Sunday, 1 February @ 12:00The volunteer is the heart and soul of the GAA. The prestigious President’s Award is presented to 11 volunteers every year for their long-standing commitment and dedication in their respective field within the GAA. ***Watch LIVE on the TG4 app & www.tg4.ie – Friday @ 19:30***
GAA Beo
Sunday, 1 February @ 13:00Live coverage of Donegal v Kerry in Round 2 of Division 1 in the Allianz Football League. Presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill.

LIVE
GAA Beo
Sunday, 1 February @ 15:40Live coverage of Cavan v Meath in Round 2 of the Allianz Football League Division 2. Presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill.

LIVE
GAA Beo
Sunday, 1 February @ 17:35Deferred coverage of Waterford v Limerick in Round 2 of the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A. Presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill. ***Watch LIVE on the TG4 app & www.tg4.ie @ 13:55***
Peil na mBan Beo
Monday, 2 February @ 13:45Live coverage of Kerry v Waterford in Round 2 of the Lidl League. Presented by Máire Ní Bhraonáin.

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Team News – Two Changes for Galway Hurlers Ahead of Cork Clash

JoeNa Connacht — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:29:24 +0000

Two Changes for Galway Hurlers Ahead of Cork Clash

Galway have made two changes to their starting line-up for Saturday night’s Allianz Hurling League Round 2 meeting with Cork at Pearse Stadium (7.00pm, live on GBFM).

Ronan Glennon comes into the defence in place of injured captain Darren Morrissey, while Cathal Mannion moves into midfield, replacing Thomas Monaghan. There is also a notable boost on the bench, with Conor Cooney included in the matchday squad.

The Tribesmen are looking to respond after a challenging opening round last weekend, when they were beaten by Tipperary in Thurles despite a competitive performance against the All-Ireland champions.

Cork, by contrast, arrive in Salthill with momentum after an impressive opening-round win over Waterford, and will be aiming to maintain that early form.

With both sides keen to make an early statement in Division 1A, Saturday night’s contest promises to be a searching test for Micheál Donoghue’s Galway side under the Pearse Stadium lights.

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Harty Cup Final Preview: St Flannan’s Seek Redemption Against Defending Champions Nenagh CBS

JoeNa Connacht — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:47:03 +0000

Familiar Ground, Fresh Stakes as St Flannan’s and Nenagh CBS Renew Harty Rivalry

There is something fitting about the road that has led St Flannan’s College back to the TUS Dr Harty Cup final. For the second season running, their campaign has been defined by drawn group games, Tipperary opposition and a final-day rematch that feels as much about growth as it does silverware.

Last year, a group-stage stalemate with Thurles CBS was followed by heartbreak in the decider. This time, Flannan’s opened their campaign with a draw against Tipperary opposition once more and now face another familiar foe, Nenagh CBS, in Saturday’s final at Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg (1pm).

Ahead of this Saturday’s Harty Cup final between @CBSNenagh and St. Flannan’s College, Tipp FM’s @PCarrollSport sat down for a chat with Nenagh captain Eoghan Doughan…

Saturday’s game at 1pm is live on Tipp FM with thanks to REA Eoin Dillon, Nenagh pic.twitter.com/PKB0jr0Z2p

— Tipp FM Sport (@TippFMSport) January 28, 2026

The prize is significant on both sides. Nenagh are bidding to keep Tipperary’s grip on the competition intact and deliver a fourth consecutive Harty Cup title to the Premier County. Flannan’s, meanwhile, are chasing their first crown since 2020 and a 23rd title overall, armed with the lessons of last year’s defeat rather than weighed down by it.

That experience is embodied by joint-captain Harry Doherty. Last season’s top scorer has once again been central to Flannan’s run, amassing 3-34 in this year’s competition, and believes the pain of losing to Thurles has hardened the Ennis side rather than scarred them.

Last year, he admits, the occasion itself took its toll. This time, the mindset is different.

The Clarecastle forward points to the team’s composure under pressure as evidence of that growth. Flannan’s have trailed heavily in several key games this season – by ten points against Nenagh in October, seven against Our Lady’s, Templemore, and five against St Joseph’s, Tulla – yet they arrive at the final unbeaten.

Rather than panic, they have trusted their systems and each other.

That collective resilience will be tested to its limit by a Nenagh CBS side steeped in experience and belief. The North Tipperary school lifted their breakthrough Harty Cup at this same venue in 2024 and return with a core group that knows exactly what the occasion demands.

Eoghan Doughan, now captain, has been outstanding throughout the campaign, contributing 4-39 en route to the final. Alongside him, Austin Duff remains a major threat, while the influence of last year’s winning captain, Darragh McCarthy, continues to loom large despite his move into Donach O’Donnell’s backroom team.

For Nenagh, continuity has been a strength rather than a comfort blanket. Several members of the current panel were part of that 2024 triumph, and O’Donnell believes the balance between experience and depth is stronger again this year.

The manager highlights the competition for places across a 43-man panel, with extensive game time shared throughout the campaign. It is a luxury that allows Nenagh to tailor their bench to different challenges – a factor that proved decisive when they dethroned reigning champions Thurles CBS in a sold-out semi-final in Templederry.

Flannan’s manager Brendan Bugler has been aware of the quality in his group for some time. Long before this run, he saw signs of something special when the year-group was split into two teams for the Clare schools competition, both of which ended up meeting in the county final after beating all other opposition.

That potential has now translated onto the Munster stage, but Bugler is clear-eyed about the task facing his side.

Nenagh, he notes, boast a significant number of players already exposed to adult hurling at club level – experience that can accelerate development and sharpen decision-making under pressure. Flannan’s have fewer players with that background, making Saturday their most demanding test yet.

To lift the cup, Bugler believes nothing less than a full, relentless performance will suffice.

All the ingredients are in place for a compelling final: recent history, contrasting journeys, proven scorers, and two squads that know each other inside out. Familiarity, however, rarely dulls a rivalry at this level. If anything, it sharpens it.

On Saturday afternoon in Ennis, one side will add another chapter to their growing legacy. The other will finally turn hard-earned lessons into silverware.

TUS Dr Harty Cup Final

St Flannan’s College, Ennis v Nenagh CBS

Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg

Saturday, January 31st – 1pm

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Fitzgibbon Cup Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed as UL and University of Galway Advance

JoeNa Connacht — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:02:41 +0000

Fitzgibbon Cup Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed as UL and University of Galway Advance

UL booked their place in the Fitzgibbon Cup semi-finals with an impressive 0-20 to 0-12 victory over UCC at the UL Grounds on Wednesday night, underlining their status as favourites for this year’s competition.

Tipperary star Darragh McCarthy led the scoring for the hosts with an outstanding 0-9, while Adam English, Diarmuid Stritch and Adam Screeney each contributed 0-2 as UL pulled clear in the second half to seal an eight-point win.

University of Galway Set Up Semi-Final Clash With UL

In Dangan, University of Galway secured their place in the last four with a 1-21 to 1-14 win over SETU Waterford.

The Galway students trailed 1-5 to 0-6 at half-time, with Tom O’Connell’s goal giving the visitors the early edge. However, a dominant second-half performance turned the contest decisively in Galway’s favour.

Sam O’Farrell was the standout performer, finishing with 0-11, while a late goal from Darragh Neary sealed a seven-point victory and confirmed a Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final meeting with UL next week.

DCU and Mary Immaculate Complete Semi-Final Pairings

The second Fitzgibbon Cup semi-final will see DCU take on Mary Immaculate College, after both sides progressed from their quarter-finals on Wednesday.

DCU recorded a 4-13 to 2-15 away win against MTU Cork, with goals proving decisive. Sam Byrne struck 2 goals (including a penalty), while Denis Walsh (1-5) and Luke Murphy also found the net as the Dublin side advanced.

Mary Immaculate Too Strong for UCD

In Limerick, Mary Immaculate College produced one of the performances of the round, cruising to a 3-22 to 0-13 victory over UCD.

Oisín O’Farrell starred with 2-3, while Shane O’Brien (0-8) and Shane Walsh (1-5) were also among the scorers as Mary I powered into the semi-finals in emphatic fashion.

Fitzgibbon Cup Semi-Finals

UL vs University of Galway
DCU vs Mary Immaculate College

With the competition now down to its final four, the Fitzgibbon Cup title race is set for an exciting climax over the coming week.

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Sigerson Cup Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed After Dramatic Quarter-Finals

JoeNa Connacht — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:54:14 +0000

Sigerson Cup Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed After Dramatic Quarter-Finals

The Sigerson Cup has been whittled down to its final four teams following the conclusion of a dramatic set of quarter-finals on Wednesday night, with holders DCU knocked out and three away wins highlighting a compelling evening of third-level football.

Holders DCU Eliminated by UCC

Defending champions DCU exited the competition after suffering a 3-16 to 1-20 defeat to UCC at the DCU Sportsgrounds in Glasnevin.

Late goals from Tom Cunningham and Cormac Dillon proved decisive as the Cork students overturned DCU and booked their place in the Sigerson Cup semi-finals, ending the holders’ hopes of retaining the title.

University of Galway Edge Tight Battle With UCD

University of Galway secured their spot in the last four with a narrow 0-15 to 0-14 victory over UCD at Belfield.

A crucial late two-pointer from Shane McGrath separated the sides in a tightly contested encounter, as Galway showed composure in the closing stages to progress.

Queen’s Secure Away Win Against TUD

There was another away success in Grangegorman, where Queen’s University Belfast claimed a 3-18 to 2-16 victory over TU Dublin.

Goals from Conor O’Neill, Ryan McQuillan (who finished with 1-6), and Michael Burnett proved vital as Queen’s produced a clinical attacking display to advance into the semi-finals.

UL Prevail After Extra Time Against Maynooth

University of Limerick completed the semi-final line-up after a dramatic extra-time win over Maynooth University at the UL Grounds.

The contest finished 3-16 to 0-17 in favour of the Limerick students after extra time, with Daithí Hogan’s late goal forcing the additional periods for David Power’s side. UL then pulled clear in extra time to secure an eight-point victory and their place in the last four.

Sigerson Cup Semi-Finalists Confirmed

The remaining contenders for the Sigerson Cup title are now:

UCC
University of Galway
Queen’s University Belfast
University of Limerick

With the competition reaching its decisive stage, attention now turns to the Sigerson Cup semi-final draw, as four in-form sides chase third-level football’s most prestigious prize.

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