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How NI’s Jonathan Rea Made it Six World Superbike Titles in a Row

Jonathan Rea continued his extraordinary dominance in the motorcycle world in October by winning his 6th consecutive Word Superbike titlein Portugal. The Northern Irishman continues to rewrite the World Superbike record books and is now just 1 race win away from eclipsing 100 career race wins. He is not done yet, though, and will be eyeing 2021 which will be a huge year for the Kawasaki rider.

A Tumultuous Season

It was hardly the typical success story that Rea has come accustomed to, though, largely due to the interference of COVID-19. The pandemic created an agonizing 5-month hiatus between round one in Australia and round two in Jerez and the season being shortened to 8 events as opposed to 13. Rea also had to battle against a new foe – ex-MotoGP rider Scott Redding – who pushed Rea right until the end.

Pushed to the End

It was an average start to the season with a crash in the opening round resulting in a 19-point deficit, but the enforced break helped him to regather and he went on to win 5 consecutive Superpole sprint races. It was only Redding that would have been able to overcome the deficit heading into the final weekend, but Redding was forced to retire with technical difficulties paving the way for yet another title for Rea. Despite this, Redding enjoyed a fantastic debut season with 5 wins and it marks the start of what should be a thrilling rivalry moving forward.

Achieving Legendary Status

The latest addition to Rea’s trophy cabinet have many now stating that he can justifiably take his place among the pantheon of NI’s all-time sporting heroes, including comparisons to the legendary motorcycle racer Joey Dunlop who was voted Northern Ireland’s greatest ever sportsman in a Belfast Telegraph poll in 2015.

The Future

Rea, 33, has a long way to go yet and it will be fascinating to see if he can continue his dominance in years to come especially with Redding now on his tail and pushing him to new heights. It is expected that Rea will have new machinery to work with next season as Kawasaki prepare to introduce a new ZX-10R so it will be fascinating to see how he fares.

Carole Nash (of which Rea is an ambassador) recently caught up with Rea who reflected on a challenging season:

“All around us, the world was at a standstill but we were able to go racing and, luckily we were able to turn a crash in the first race of the season into a really positive year, where we were able to win a sixth world championship.”

It may not have been the typical kind of success story that Rea has come accustomed to, but it is a special type of victory and yet another incredible chapter in the Northern Irishman’s illustrious career so far.

Why mobile casinos could be the future of the gambling industry

In the 21st century we have become accustomed to not only information, but also work, study and entertainment being mostly available online. As such, it is not surprising that also online casinos have become a common occurrence, gaining popularity in the last few years. Even more so, mobile casinos – those available to play on your smartphone, have become even more popular. This makes sense when you think of the price difference between a smartphone, available from as cheap as 100 euros, compared to a laptop – where even the cheapest ones are rarely below 500. The simple fact that most people are inseparable from their mobile phones is enough of a reason for mobile gambling to be becoming the most popular form of gambling. Read on to find other reasons why mobile casinos could be the future of the gambling industry. 

Extremely accessible

As already mentioned, mobile devices are practically extensions of our arms these days, people rarely leave home without one. This also means that gambling on a mobile will be easily accessible – you can quickly play a few rounds while waiting for the bus, on your lunch break, or even while waiting for a document to load at work (though maybe watch out on this one, you don’t want your boss getting angry!). With data packages or contract phones you are also provided with a constant secure internet connection, which is ideal when transferring money online. Mobile phones also have a longer battery life than computers or laptops do, meaning you are free to play for longer without being restricted to sitting next to a power socket. 

Not only are mobile phones more accessible there are more casinos than ever which offer mobile phone friendly gambling options, while this is a blessing it can make choosing which to play a difficult decision. Japan 101 have put together a comparison of some of the most popular online casinos, if this perks your interests check it out here. 

Technology is better

Back in the day, I remember downloading one picture from the internet onto my phone and being so excited that it worked. These days we take, share, and download more pictures in a day than our great-grandparents ever witnessed in their lifetime! And that’s not the only thing we use mobile phones for. Compared to the earliest mobile phono prototypes, our mobile devices are basically minicomputers in our pockets. Because of this, there is barely a difference in quality between playing online games from your phone compared to a computer – in fact, most games are specifically designed to work on a phone, and may even work better on one than on a computer! If you compare a computer to a smartphone that is half its price, the phone will probably have better battery lifespan, the operating system is easier to navigate, and most importantly, you can be connected to the internet 24/7 without any connected cables or wifi (with a laptop, you need either a wifi connection, LAN, or a hotspot from your phone). These all point to reasons why mobile phones may be the future of not only the gambling industry, but life as we know it. 

Smartphones are widely used

Because of the price difference, as well as the portability and multifunctionality of smartphones, it is more common, if one has to choose between the two, for people to choose a smartphone over a computer. Afterall, with the correct accessories connected to the phone, like a keypad or screen sharing, even the few perks laptops have over phones can be mitigated. Basically, anything that can be done on a computer can be done on a phone. More games are created for mobile gambling now than ever before. Developers such as Microgaming and Play’n GO release hundreds of new mobile gambling games yearly, as their popularity increases. These games are on a totally different level quality wise as those of previous years. Special effects and impressive graphics on sites as well as exotic six reels storylines in slot games are bringing more and more players to mobile gambling.

Conclusion

With the evolution of technology and the handiness of smartphones, it is not surprising that online gambling is turning ever more towards mobile gambling. As gambling game providers, it would be wise to set your gaze on the mobile industry, and as players, well, why not try it out the games of the future?

Republic of Ireland U-19s & U-17s learn of European qualification opponents

Both the Republic of Ireland Under-19s and Under-17s have discovered their opponents for their respective 2021-22 UEFA European Championship qualification campaigns.

In Nyon today Tom Mohan’s Republic of Ireland Under-19 side were drawn in Group 6 against Bulgaria, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Montenegro.

Colin O’Brien’s Republic of Ireland Under-17s are in Group 5 of the qualifying competition with Poland, North Macedonia and Andorra.

Both the Under-19 and Under-17 sides were top seeds for the draw as they are ranked among UEFA’s top 10, with the teams 9th and 10th places respectively.

Tom Mohan’s reaction

Republic of Ireland Under-19 Head Coach Tom Mohan, said of today’s draw:

“There’s no easy games in international football. Bulgaria and Bosnia-Herzegovina have been very good at this level. Montenegro are a competitive and difficult opponent at this level too.”

Tournament hosts Slovakia qualify directly for the final tournament in summer 2022. Top seeds Portugal receive a bye to the elite round in spring 2022.

Hosts will be appointed to stage the mini-tournaments played either between 30 August and 7 September, 4 and 12 October, or 8 and 16 November 2021.

The top two in each group plus the third-placed team with the best record against the leading pair in their section progress to join Portugal in the elite round.

UEFA U-17 Qualifiers

Reacting to the Under-17 draw, Republic of Ireland Head Coach Colin O’Brien said:

“It’s great to see the draw and it gives us games to aim for in 2021. We now have an opportunity to plan for our opponents.

“The 2005 age group played Poland twice last year in Galway. They will be Under-17s by the time we play these qualifiers. I managed against Andorra last year. North Macedonia is a new challenge for us but we look forward to the challenge of the group.”

Qualifying Tournament 

Matches will be played between 1 July and 16 November 2021, with mini-tournament dates and hosts yet to be confirmed.

The top two teams in each group will join top seeds Netherlands and Spain in the spring 2022 elite round. The four third-placed teams with the best records against the top two in their section will also enter the elite round.

Hosts Israel qualify directly for the final tournament in May 2022.

Qatar added to Ireland World Cup qualification group

They join Portugal, Serbia, Luxembourg and Azerbaijan as Ireland’s opponents. 

Reports fluctuated earlier surrounding Qatar’s potential inclusion in European World Cup qualifying as preparation for the finals. Those reports were then confirmed by the FAI by way of a tweet announcing Ireland’s fixtures.

They have already qualified for the finals due to their position of host, however this will give the nation a chance to see where they’re at in terms of competitiveness. They won’t be competing for points, meaning their games will be played as friendlies.

Ireland will play Qatar twice in qualifying, both home and away. The venue of these fixtures has not yet been decided. Given the distance between the two nations, it could very well be played in a neutral ground.

Qatar are ranked at 59 in the FIfa World Rankings, not many places below Ireland who are currently ranked 42. Despite not being a traditional football powerhouse, Qatar should provide stern competition for Ireland given their growth over the past few years.

Ireland are first set to play Qatar on March 30th. The final match between the two countries will take place on October 12th.

 

Overview of Ireland’s World Cup qualification opponents

The European World Cup qualifying draw took place this evening. 

Ireland’s World Cup qualification opponents were revealed earlier today. Their opponents for the upcoming campaign will be; Portugal, Serbia, Luxembourg and Azerbaijan.

Qualification for the World Cup finals is only reserved for 1st and 2nd placed teams within each group. Teams who place top of their respective groups will automatically qualify. On the other hand, runners-up will enter a play-off to determine which team goes through.

It will be a tough ask for Ireland to qualify, particularly given their poor recent form and the quality of opposition. Nevertheless, Ireland have overcome odds before and will be hoping to do so once again during this qualification campaign.

The campaign is set to kick off in March 2021, running until November of the same year. Here’s an overview of what Ireland are up against:

PORTUGAL

Portugal, being seeded in Pot 1 and having an exciting mix of youth and experience, are obvious favourites to win the group.

They’ve qualified for the last 5 World Cups, having last failed for the 1998 World Cup. In contrast, Ireland have not qualified for a World Cup since 2002.

Ireland have faced Portugal a total of 13 times, losing 7 and winning 4 times. Their most recent fixture was an international friendly, a game which ended up in a 5-1 Portuguese victory.

Unlike Ireland, Portugal have major international honours to their name. Perhaps most famously, they won the 2016 European Championships after defeating France in extra time. They also won the inaugural UEFA Nations League in 2019.

Cristiano Ronaldo will be hoping to become international football’s highest ever goalscorer by the end of the campaign. He currently sits on 102 goals, just 7 goals behind current top goalscorer, Ali Daei.

Portugal have quality all over the pitch, meaning Ireland will have to be at their very best to claim any kind of result.

Key players: Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, João Félix.

Form: WLWWD

SERBIA

Despite losing to Scotland in their European Championship play-off game, Serbia are a quality side. They possess players of particular high quality in the midfield and forward areas.

They’ve been involved in 3 World Cup qualifying campaigns as Serbia – having previously competed under Yugoslavia and Serbia & Montenegro – and have qualified from 2 of those. They have, however, not made it past the group stage as of yet.

Ireland have faced Serbia 5 times, not winning a single match. Their most recent meeting came in the 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign, where both teams were drawn in the same group. One fixture finished in a Serbia win while the other finished as a 2-2 draw. Serbia topped the group while Ireland qualified for the play-offs, but failed to qualify for the tournament.

Although not as fearsome as Portugal, Serbia should provide a stern test for Ireland. The fixtures against Serbia are crucial for Ireland. Whoever comes out on top will have a very good chance of making the play-offs – assuming Portugal tops the group.

Key players: Sergej Milinković-Savić, Aleksandar Mitrović, Dušan Tadić

Form: WDDDL

LUXEMBOURG

Although not traditionally a country known for it’s football, Luxembourg have put together a decent team in recent years. They *might not* qualify for major tournaments any time soon, but they are definitely building towards something promising.

Ireland have faced Luxembourg 5 times, winning all of those fixtures. However, the last match between the two sides came in 1987 and Luxembourg are an improved, more professional side since then.

Luxembourg have competed in every World Cup qualifying campaign since 1934, but have failed to qualify from the group stages as yet.

They were promoted from Nations League group D in 2019 and very nearly achieved the same feat this year as they finished finished 2nd in their League C group – which also included Azerbaijan.

Luxembourg could very well be the dark horse in this group, Ireland will have to do a professional job on the underdogs. Complacency could prove an issue going into this fixture.

Key players: Gerson Rodrigues, Vincent Thill, Laurent Jans.

Form: DLLWW

AZERBAIJAN

Like Luxembourg, Azerbaijan’s national team has been steadily improving for years. Much of the progression is due to the growth of their domestic league. Qarabağ, in particular, have vastly increased their reputation in recent years due to their involvement in the UEFA Europa League. In fact, they’ve qualified for the group stages every year since 2014.

Unlike the other teams in the group, Ireland have never faced Azerbaijan before. They have, however, faced the USSR – which they were part of – on 8 occasions. Ireland won 3 of those matches, while the USSR won 4.

Azerbaijan have never qualified for the World Cup as an independent country, having entered every campaign since 1998.

As mentioned before, they were in the same Nations League group as fellow group members, Luxembourg, this year. Luxembourg were victorious on one occasion while the other match between the two finished as a stalemate.

Realistically, Azerbaijan should finish bottom of the group. That is not, however, guaranteed. Ireland will have to be at their best to ensure a victory.

Key players: Ali Ghorbani, Maksim Medvedev, Gara Garayev.

Form: DDDDL

Ireland to play Portugal and Serbia in 2022 World Cup Qualifiers

Portugal and Serbia await Ireland

Stephen Kenny’s Ireland team will face Portugal and Serbia in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers. The Boys in Green suffered a heavy defeat last time they played Portugal, losing 5-1 back in 2014. Whilst their last competitive fixtures both ended all square in the lead up to the 2002 World Cup.

As a consequence of Ireland’s poor recent form, they found themselves in pot three for the draw meaning they will also face Serbia. Since 2008, Ireland and Serbia have gone head to head five times, resulting in three draws and two wins for the Serbians. Similar to Ireland, Serbia suffered their own EURO 2020 qualifying heartache after losing to Scotland on penalties in the play-off final.

Luxembourg and Azerbaijan make up the remainder of Group A. It will be the first time Ireland have ever played Azerbaijan, and it will have been over 30 years since they have faced Luxembourg.

Qualifying Format

The ten group winners will automatically qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. An additional three spots are up for grabs, with each runner-up along with the two highest-ranked teams from the UEFA Nations League set to contest in a play-off format for the last available places.

The qualifiers commence at the end of March 2021 with three opening fixtures scheduled. You can find the full World Cup 2022 qualifying draw below.

Group A: Portugal, Serbia, Republic of Ireland, Luxembourg, Azerbaijan.

Group B: Spain, Sweden, Greece, Georgia, Kosovo.

Group C: Italy, Switzerland, Northern Ireland, Bulgaria, Lithuania.

Group D: France, Ukraine, Finland, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kazakhstan.

Group E: Belgium, Wales, Czech Republic, Belarus, Estonia.

Group F: Denmark, Austria, Scotland, Israel, Faroe Islands, Moldova.

Group G: Holland, Turkey, Norway, Montenegro, Latvia, Gibraltar.

Group H: Croatia, Slovakia, Russia, Slovenia, Cyprus, Malta.

Group I: England, Poland, Hungary, Albania, Andorra, San Marino.

Group J: Germany, Romania, Iceland, North Macedonia, Armenia, Liechtenstein.

 

5 DFS Football Podcast You Can Tune In To

Aside from COVID-19, everything we see, read and hear nowadays is about the NFL season, especially from sports fanatics. We already know that the NFL is not accommodating fans on-site to watch the games live. However, there are ways that fanatics can have updates about their favorite teams and players.

There are so many platforms where you can follow the happenings of the NFL today. Before, television and radio stations were the only means to follow updates on your favorite sports.

It’s different now. There are online sites and social media platforms. One of them are podcasts where you can listen to stories , news, and sports updates. If you want to be updated about the NFL through this platform, here is the best Podcast for football that you can listen to.

RotoUnderworld Radio

If you want a podcast that provides their listeners with analysis from a sports analytics perspective, this would be the best Podcast for that. Every fantasy sports player knows that drafting your roster is hard, but with the help of these types of analysis from experts, you will have a guide in choosing for your line-up.

Matt Kelley, the host of RotoUnderworld Radio, is fearless in his fantasy sports talk. He does not back down even if he becomes irreverent. The Podcast is a great source of in-depth analysis and updates about DFS (Daily Fantasy Football), fantasy footballers in all forms, and dynasty league football.

The Late Round Podcast

A fantasy football podcast that helps you win by using the analytics shared on the show. Hosted by JJ Zachariason, this Podcast covers every topic that you can think of. The Podcast and its host have good reviews from the public.

Listeners said that JJ is very good at delivering and breaking down every information every listener needs to know. Another avid listener also says that he is effective and fast in providing fantasy football players’ fantasy advice.

How the host delivers, the information has a huge impact on how the listeners react. Like with JJ, he hosted the shoe and gave the listener the details and information about DFS concisely and quickly, which most of his listeners appreciated.

Rotoviz Radio

The third Podcast for acquiring DFS information, analysis, and advice is Rotoviz Radio. If you subscribe to their channel, you can have all-exclusive access to the Rotoviz study hall. You will also have revolutionary tools such as NFL Star Explorer, DFS Lineup Optimizer, and many more.

They will also provide a weekly projection and articles that help motivate fantasy players. They offer so much to their subscribers, not only the Podcast itself but an overall guide and assistance to help you achieve victory in fantasy football.

By tuning in to Rotoviz Radio, listeners will become a fantasy sports player in no time. They release new episodes daily with numerous shows you can choose from. Rotoviz Radio caters to a wide range of fantasy gamers, so you will also have a chance to widen your knowledge of the fantasy sports industry.

The Fantasy Footballers

Hosted by Jason Moore, Mike Wright, and Andy Holloway, this award-winning Podcast mainly focuses on sports and entertainment. They also produce fantasy football topics all year long, not only during the NFL season.

They provide their listeners with accurate, effective, and entertaining content that will help the listeners with their fantasy sports journey and amuse them. You can also ensure that they give their listeners a quality piece that is worth their time.

The Fantasy Footballers focuses on the overall approach of expertise and advice for fantasy football. Fantasy football is all about winning. That is what the Fantasy Footballers want their listeners to achieve by sharing insights, strategies, and league information beneficial to the fantasy football participant.

FantasyPros Podcast

The fifth Podcast you should consider listening to is the FantasyPros Podcast. They have become a staple of the fantasy industry by sharing all the industry experts’ rankings. Hosted by Mike Tagliere, a former PFF analyst, and Bobby Sylvester. Their tandem has a natural chemistry that draws listeners into their Podcast.

Their Podcast can give you ideas on who to pick up and who to draft on your fantasy football team based on the advice of more than one hundred experts. The host, Tagliere himself, is an expert analyst himself, which is already a huge advantage.

Their expert rankings are formatted in a way that both experts and newbies can easily understand. Whether you are in the fantasy sports industry for years or just getting started on your journey, you will surely enjoy this Podcast. And you will also learn a lot from them at the same time.

Takeaway

These are only five of many podcasts that focus on fantasy football. You may not have heard about this platform before, but today, it is the most popular means of acquiring information, including in the sporting industry. A podcast can be heard from various sources, and you can even enjoy it anytime and anywhere.

Wins for Richard Howley and Denis Lynch in Spain and Germany

Richard Howley and Denis Lynch achieved wins in Spain and Germany respectively on Sunday.

Sligo’s Howley scored another major international win in the two-star Grand Prix at Oliva in Spain, riding Arlo de Blondel.

From a list of 83 starters, 10 made it into the jump-off. At the end, Howley had almost two seconds to spare over British runner-up John Whitaker with Unick du Francport. Howley had also taken victory in Friday’s World Ranking class in Oliva with Chinook.

Denis Lynch and GC Chopin’s Bushi win in Germany

At Riesenbeck in Germany, Denis Lynch and GC Chopin’s Bushi took an impressive win in the feature 1m55 speed competition.

Drawn 11th to go of 53 competitors, Lynch set what proved an unbeatable clear in 64.02 seconds, winning almost €20,000.

Denis Lynch and GC Chopin’s Bushi were victorious at Riesenbeck in Germany. Credit: Horse Sport Ireland.

Lynch had almost a second and a half to spare over German runner-up Maurice Tebbel with Don Diarado. Another German, Christian Kukuk, finished third with Quintino. Clare’s Eoin McMahon was also in the prizes and finished eighth with Chacon 2.

Cathal Daniels is runner-up in Portugal

In Eventing, Cathal Daniels and The Irish Sport Horse Shannondale Mari finished in runner-up spot in the CCI3*L at the Portugal Winter tour in Barroca d’Alva.

The pair finished on their Dressage score of 34.2 just 0.6 of a penalty behind the French winner Regis Prud Hon with Bennix de Bory.

Ireland’s Brian Kuehnle took fifth place with Tullybards Now Or Never on a score of 37.5.

Dundalk defeat Shamrock Rovers to win FAI Cup final

The match finished 4-2 after extra time.

The Aviva Stadium was the venue this evening as Shamrock Rovers took on Dundalk in the FAI Cup final. Both teams also contested last year’s final, with Shamrock Rovers winning on penalties that time around. There was to be no change in fortunes this year as Rovers retained their title.

The match itself was an edgy, but entertaining affair. Both teams defended well for large periods of the first half, limiting the opposition to half chances.

The second half was a different story, however. Both teams appeared more open leading to a succession of chances for both teams.

Rovers drew first blood with a goal in the 49th minute. Aaron Greene struck for the Tallaght side after being played in by a Lee Grace header. Gary Rogers did his very best to close down the striker but his efforts didn’t pay off as Greene headed comfortably into the net.

Despite Rover’s second half domination, Dundalk managed to equalize in the 68th minute. David McMillan controlled a cross into the box before finishing low off the post and into the back of the net.

In another surprise twist, Dundalk were awarded a penalty in the 70th minute. Liam Scales was the culprit as he was deemed to have held his man unfairly in the box. David McMillan stepped up to take the penalty and he made no mistake as he finished low into the bottom right corner.

Shamrock Rovers’ scored the equalizer in the 73rd minute to end a frantic few minutes of football. Roberto Lopes thumped a header into the left-hand corner from a Jack Byrne corner. A cup final goal was a fitting end to Lopes’ year. The Cape Verde international has had a fantastic season, leading to a nomination for PFAI Player of the Year.

Both teams attacked with intent thereafter but neither could find the equalizer in regular time. 90 minutes finished with the sides level on 2-2.

After a handful of chances for both teams, Dundalk scored the first goal in extra time. The goal came in the 110th minute and through an unlikely source. Seán Hoare was the goalscorer after the ball fell to his feet from a free kick. He dispatched coolly into the corner to put his side in the lead.

It was all but over for Shamrock Rovers in the 116th minute as David McMillan got his hat trick goal to make it 4-2. McMillan deservedly picked up man of the match in an outstanding striker’s performance.

David McMillan’s goal would prove to be the last. The match finished 4-2 to Dundalk after extra time. Tonight’s victory marks Filippo Giovagnoli’s first taste of silverware as Dundalk manager.

Dublin v Mayo 2020 All Ireland Football Final – Start time 5pm 19th December

Dublin will play Mayo in the 2020 All Ireland Football Final, start time 5pm 19th December. They both had easy semi-finals. 

Dublin beat Cavan on Saturday by 15pts and Mayo beat Tipperary by 13pts on Sunday. Let’s hope the final is far more competitive but with Dublin looking so strong and the Mayo defence looking weak it might be a sixth All-Ireland win in a row for Dublin.

Preview to follow. 

 

Friday 11 December

Leinster U20 Hurling quarter-final
Laois v Galway, MW Hire O’Moore Park, 7.30pm

 

Saturday 12 December

All-Ireland Senior Camogie final
Galway v Kilkenny, Croke Park, 7pm – RTÉ

Munster U20 Hurling semi-final
Limerick v Cork, LIT Gaelic Grounds, 4.30pm

Leinster U20 Hurling quarter-final
Offaly v Dublin, Birr, 12.30pm

Connacht minor preliminary round
Galway v Leitrim, Bekan, 2pm

Leinster Minor Football quarter-finals
Kildare v Louth, Newbridge, 12.30pm
Offaly v Wicklow, Tullamore, 12.30pm
Meath v Westmeath, Navan, 12.30pm
Laois v Carlow, Portlaoise, 12.30pm

Munster Minor Hurling semi-finals
Waterford v Tipperary, Páirc Uí Rinn, 3pm
Limerick v Cork, Semple Stadium, 1pm

Munster Minor Football quarter-finals
Clare v Tipperary, Semple Stadium, 5pm
Limerick v Waterford, LIT Gaelic Grounds, 1pm

 

Sunday 13 December

All-Ireland Hurling final
Waterford v Limerick, Croke Park, 3.30pm

Joe McDonagh Cup final
Antrim v Kerry, Croke Park, 1pm

Leinster Hurling quarter-finals
Kildare v Offaly, Newbridge, 12pm
Westmeath v Dublin, Mullingar, 12.30pm

Tuesday 15 December

Munster U20 Hurling semi-final
Tipperary v Waterford, Fraher Field Dungarvan, 7pm

Munster Minor Football semi-final
Kerry v Cork, Austin Stack Park, 7pm

 

Wednesday 16 December

Munster Minor Football semi-final
Clare or Tipperary v Limerick or Waterford, LIT Gaelic Grounds, Fraher Field Dungarvan or Cusack Park Ennis, 7pm

 

Friday 18 December

Leinster U20 Hurling semi-finals
Laois or Galway v Kilkenny, MW Hire O’Moore Park, 7.30pm – TG4  
Wexford v Offaly or Dublin, Dr Cullen Park, 8pm – TG4

Connacht Minor Football semi-final
Roscommon v Galway or Leitrim, Bekan, 7.30pm

 

Saturday 19 December

All-Ireland Football final 2020
Dublin v Mayo, Croke Park, 5pm

All-Ireland U20 Football final
Dublin v Galway, Croke Park, 2.15pm – TG4

Leinster Minor Football semi-finals
Kildare or Louth v Offaly or Wicklow, TBC, 12.30pm
Meath or Westmeath v Laois or Carlow, TBC, 12.30pm

 

Sunday 20 December

All-Ireland Ladies Football final
Dublin v Cork or Galway, Croke Park, 3.30pm

All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football final
Meath v Westmeath, Croke Park, 1.15pm

Munster Minor Football final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 1pm

Connacht minor football semi-final
Mayo v Sligo, Bekan, 2pm

Ulster Minor Football quarter-finals
Donegal v Tyrone, MacCumhaill Park, 1pm
Derry v Armagh, Owenbeg, 1pm
Fermanagh v Down, Brewster Park, 1pm
Antrim v Monaghan, Corrigan Park, 1pm

Leinster Mnor Hurling semi-finals
Kildare or Offaly v Dublin or Westmeath, Lower Tier County, 12.30pm
Wexford v Kilkenny, Wexford venue, 12.30pm

 

Tuesday 22 December

Munster Minor Football final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 7pm

 

Wednesday 23 December

Munster U20 Hurling final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 7.30pm – TG4

 

Saturday 2/Sunday 3 January TBC

Ulster Minor Football semi-finals
Donegal or Tyrone v Derry or Armagh, TBC, 1pm
Fermanagh or Down v Antrim or Monaghan, TBC, 1pm

All-Ireland Minor Hurling semi-final
Munster winner v Galway, TBC, TBC – TG4

 

Sunday 3 January

Leinster U20 Hurling final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 3.30pm – TG4

Leinster Minor Football final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 12.30pm

Leinster Minor Hurling final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, 12.30pm

 

Saturday 9/Sunday 10 January TBC

Connacht Minor Football final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, Bekan, TBC

Ulster Minor Football final
Donegal or Tyrone or Derry or Armagh v Fermanagh or Down or Antrim or Monaghan, TBC, 1pm

All-Ireland U20 Hurling final
Leinster winner v Munster winner, TBC, TBC – TG4

All-Ireland Minor Hurling final
Leinster winner v semi-final winner, TBC, TBC – TG4

 

Saturday 16/Sunday 17 January TBC

All-Ireland Minor Football semi-finals
Connacht winner v Munster winner, TBC, TBC – TG4
Leinster winner v Ulster winner, TBC, TBC – TG4

 

Saturday 23/Sunday 24 January TBC

All-Ireland Minor Football final
Semi-final winner v semi-final winner, TBC, TBC – TG4

TV Highlights – Top 10 Sporting Events in December

 

 

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