The 2026 Connacht Senior Football Championship gets under way in Ruislip on Saturday afternoon as London welcome Mayo to McGovern Park, and all the early signs point towards the visitors making a winning start.

Mayo enter the championship in a strong place after finishing third in Division 1 of the Allianz Football League, winning five of their seven games. London, by contrast, finished sixth in Division 4, leaving a huge gulf between the teams heading into this Connacht quarter-final.

That gap is reflected in both the history of this fixture and in the betting market. Mayo have won each of the last five championship meetings between the counties, including the 2013 Connacht final and a 2016 quarter-final clash. London will hope that home surroundings and championship intensity keep them competitive for periods, but this is a very tall order.

London v Mayo recent championship meetings

• 2016: Mayo 2-16 London 0-9
• 2013: Mayo 5-11 London 0-10
• 2011: Mayo 0-19 London 2-10 aet
• 2006: Mayo 1-18 London 0-8
• 1996: Mayo 1-11 London 1-5

Mayo’s athleticism, pace through the middle and proven scoring ability should eventually make the difference. Even if London stay in touch for a while, the most likely outcome is Mayo pulling clear over the final 20 minutes.

Betting odds

• London: 25/1
• Draw: 35/1
• Mayo: 1/100

The outright market offers little value given how short Mayo are. The smarter betting angle is likely to be on the winning margin, with Mayo expected to cover a sizeable handicap.

Prediction

London should battle honestly, but Mayo are operating at a far higher level and anything other than an away win would be a major shock.

Prediction: Mayo to win comfortably

Predicted score: London 0-11 Mayo 1-22

Next up: The winners will play Roscommon or New York in the Connacht semi-final.

Team News

London – TBA

Mayo –

The 2026 Connacht championship throws-in on Saturday as Mayo travel to Ruislip to face London.

It will be Mayo’s first visit to the venue since 2016, when they recorded a 2-16 to 0-09 win over the hosts. Manager Andy Moran has named two championship debutants in Hugh O’Loughlin and Cian McHale. Notably, two members of the current matchday squad – Rob Hennelly and Cillian O’Connor – also made their debuts against London, in 2011. Throw-in at McGovern Park is scheduled for 2.30pm.

1. Rob Hennelly – Raheny
2. Jack Coyne (C) – Ballyhaunis
3. Rory Brickenden – Westport
4. Fenton Kelly – Davitts
5. Sam Callinan – Ballina Stephenites
6. Michael Plunkett – Ballintubber
7. Paddy Durcan – Castlebar Mitchels
8. Bob Tuohy – Castlebar Mitchels
9. David McBrien – Ballaghaderreen
10. Jack Carney – Kilmeena
11. Ryan O’Donoghue – Belmullet
12. Hugh O’Loughlin – Kilmaine
13. Cian McHale – Moy Davitts
14. Aidan O’Shea – Breaffy
15. Paul Towey – Charlestown Sarsfields

16. Jack Livingstone – Breaffy
17. John MacMonagle – Castlebar Mitchels
18. Donnacha McHugh – Castlebar Mitchels
19. Stephen Coen – Hollymount/Carramore
20. Sean Morahan – Castlebar Mitchels
21. Jordan Flynn – Crossmolina Deel Rovers
22. Conal Dawson – Westport
23. Fergal Boland – Aghamore
24. Diarmuid O’Connor – Ballintubber
25. Tommy Conroy – The Neale
26. Cillian O’Connor – Ballintubber

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Sligo v Leitrim Preview, Betting and Prediction – Connacht SFC 2026

There is always a bit more edge when Sligo and Leitrim meet in championship football, and this latest Connacht quarter-final should again bring intensity and local rivalry to Markievicz Park.

Sligo will go in as favourites, having won the last three championship meetings between the counties, including a nine-point success in the Connacht championship in 2024. They also competed in Division 3 this year, while Leitrim were down in Division 4 and struggled for consistency.

Sligo finished fifth in Division 3 with three wins and four defeats, which was hardly spectacular, but it still compares favourably to Leitrim’s league return. Leitrim also won three games, but did so in Division 4 and finished seventh overall.

Derby games can produce surprises, and Leitrim will not lack heart, but Sligo appear to have the stronger platform. They look more likely to control the pace of the game and create enough scores to move on.

Sligo v Leitrim recent championship meetings

• 2024: Sligo 0-15 Leitrim 0-6
• 2022: Sligo 1-19 Leitrim 2-16 aet (Sligo won 4-3 on penalties)
• 2016: Sligo 2-15 Leitrim 1-10
• 2011: Leitrim 1-10 Sligo 0-10
• 2005: Leitrim 1-11 Sligo 0-9

Betting odds

Sligo are start as favourites based on league level, home advantage and recent championship results. The betting is 1/16 or Sligo -8pts

Prediction

Leitrim should make a game of it, but Sligo look the more complete side and should have enough to come through.

Prediction: Sligo to win

Predicted score: Sligo 0-17 Leitrim 0-12

Next up: The winners will play Galway in the Connacht semi-final.

Team News

Sligo – TBC

Leitrim – TBC

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The GAA Football League Division One betting market has begun to take shape after an eventful opening round, with early results already influencing the race for the 2026 Division One title ahead of the second week of fixtures.

Kerry, Donegal, Mayo and Armagh all made strong starts to their league campaigns, while Dublin, Galway, Roscommon and Monaghan find themselves under early pressure following opening-round defeats.

Division One – Opening Weekend Results

The first round of Division One fixtures delivered several eye-catching results across the country:

• Kerry defeated Roscommon, underlining their early title credentials
• Donegal beat Dublin, one of the standout results of the opening weekend
• Mayo edged Galway in a tight Connacht derby
• Armagh overcame Monaghan, continuing their strong league form

With the league format rewarding early momentum, these results could prove decisive later in the season.

Updated Division One Title Odds

Following the opening round, bookmakers have adjusted their Division One outright betting:

• Kerry – 5/2
• Donegal – 3/1
• Mayo – 7/2
• Armagh – 7/2
• Dublin – 13/1
• Galway – 14/1
• Roscommon – 40/1
• Monaghan – 60/1

Kerry Set the Early Pace

Kerry (5/2) remain the early favourites after a composed victory over Roscommon. Their physicality, depth and control marked them out as a side well suited to the demands of a seven-round league campaign.

Donegal Lay Down a Marker

Donegal’s win over Dublin has been one of the defining results of the opening weekend, with Jim McGuinness’ side shortened to 3/1 in the betting. Their defensive organisation and game management suggested a team capable of sustaining a serious Division One title push.

Mayo and Armagh Stay in the Hunt

Both Mayo and Armagh, priced at 7/2, made positive starts.

Mayo showed resilience to edge Galway, while Armagh’s controlled display against Monaghan reinforced their growing consistency at the top level.

Early Pressure on Dublin and Galway

Opening defeats have seen Dublin drift to 13/1 and Galway to 14/1, though both sides remain well capable of responding quickly. With the second round of Division One fixtures approaching, momentum could swing rapidly.

Week Two Could Prove Crucial

As the GAA Football League Division One moves into its second week, teams will be keen to build early momentum — or halt early-season slides — in what already looks like a tightly contested campaign.

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Friday

Cork Club Hurling

Blackrock vs St Finbarrs – 19:30
Dublin Club Hurling

Naomh Barrog vs Croabh Chiarain – 18:45
Kilmacud Crokes vs St Vincents – 20:30
Kerry Club Football
• Na Gaeil vs Austin Stacks – 19:00

Meath Club Football
• Dunshaughlin vs Meath Hill – 19:30

Antrim Club Football
• Ahoghill vs St Brigids – 19:00
• St Paul’s vs Aghagallon – 19:00

Armagh Club Football
• Culloville vs Killeavy – 19:15
• Granemore vs Crossmaglen – 19:15
• St Patricks Cullyhanna vs Madden – 19:15

Saturday

Cork Club Hurling

Midleton vs Newcestown – 17:15
Kanturk vs Douglas – 18:30
Sarsfields vs Erins Own – 19:00
Dublin Club Hurling

St Brigids vs Cuala – 15:30
Whitehall Colmcille vs St Oliver Plunketts – 15:30
Lucan Sarsfields vs St Judes – 17:30
Na Fianna vs Ballyboden – 17:30
Kilkenny Club Hurling

Tullaroan vs Graigue Ballycallan – 13:00
O’Loughlin Gaels vs Dicksboro – 13:30
Erin’s Own vs Clara – 15:30
Thomastown vs Mullinavat – 17:30
Lisdowney vs Ballyhale Shamrocks – 18:00
Waterford Club Hurling

De La Salle vs Ferrybank – 14:00
Passage vs Brickey Rangers – 15:30
Dungarvan vs Clonea – 17:30
Abbeyside vs Fourmilewater – 19:00
Donegal Club Football

Naomh Naille vs Gaoth Dobhair – 17:00
Dungloe vs Killybegs – 17:30
Aodh Ruadh vs St Eunans – 19:30
Naomh Conaill vs Ardara – 19:30
Derry Club Football

Swatragh vs Loup – 13:00
Steelstown vs Faughanvale – 14:45
Slaughtneil vs Kilrea – 17:30
Magherafelt vs Ballinascreen – 19:15
Armagh Club Football

Maghery vs Clan na Gael – 19:00
St Peters vs Silverbridge – 19:00
Clare Club Football

Cratloe vs St Josephs Doora-Barefield – 18:00
Antrim Club Football

O’Donovan Rossa vs Portglenone – 18:30
St Galls vs All Saints Ballymena – 18:30
Tir Na Nog vs Dunloy – 18:30
Galway Club Football

Mountbellew/Moylough vs St Michaels – 16:15
Naomh Anna vs Monivea Abbey – 16:30
Corofin vs Milltown – 18:00
St James vs Barna – 18:15
Meath Club Football

Wolfe Tones vs Donaghmore/Ashbourne – 16:00
Skryne vs Gaeil Colmcille – 17:00
Na Fianna vs Simonstown – 18:00
St Colmcilles vs Ballinabrackey – 18:00
Kerry Club Football

Kerins O’Rahillys vs Gneeveguilla – 16:00
Glenbeigh-Glencar vs Beaufort – 17:00
John Mitchels vs Kilcummin – 18:30
Fossa vs Firies – 19:00
Armagh Club Football

Culloville vs Killeavy – 19:15
Granemore vs Crossmaglen – 19:15
St Patricks Cullyhanna vs Madden – 19:15

Sunday

Cork Club Hurling

Newtownshandrum vs Charleville – 16:00
Glen Rovers vs Father O’Neills – 19:00
Kilkenny Club Hurling

Glenmore vs Bennettsbridge – 13:30
Kerry Club Football

Dingle vs Milltown Castlemaine – 16:00
Kerins O’Rahillys vs Gneeveguilla – 16:00
Glenbeigh-Glencar vs Beaufort – 17:00
John Mitchels vs Kilcummin – 18:30
Fossa vs Firies – 19:00
Meath Club Football

Ratoath vs Seneschalstown – 14:00
St Peter’s Dunboyne vs Summerhill – 16:00
Galway Club Football

Salthill vs Oughterard – 14:45
Claregalway vs Annaghdown – 15:15
Moycullen vs Killanin – 16:30
Tuam Stars vs Dunmore McHales – 17:00
Clare Club Football

St Breckans vs St Josephs Milltown – 14:00
Doonbeg vs Kilmihil – 16:00
Lissycasey vs Ennistymon – 16:00
Antrim Club Football

Glenravel vs Aldergrove – 14:00
Creggan vs Lamh Dhearg – 16:00
St Johns vs Cargin – 16:00
Armagh Club Football

Carrickcruppen vs Clann Eireann – 16:00
Dromintee vs Armagh Harps – 18:30
Pearse Og vs Mullaghbawn – 18:30
Derry Club Football

Glen vs Banagher – 13:00
Bellaghy vs Ballinderry – 14:45
Newbridge vs Dungiven – 16:30
Donegal Club Football

Kilcar vs Downings – 14:00
Sean MacCumhaills vs Glenswilly – 14:30
Termon vs Four Masters – 16:00
Glenfin vs St Michaels – 17:00

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The reigning All-Ireland champions and last years Ulster finalists will meet in the second Allianz league football semi-final this Saturday live on TG4.

Donegal’s league form coming into this game has been hot and cold, getting over the line against Tyrone and drawing against Monaghan and Armagh.

Dublin has not looked like its usual scintillating self. Beating both Galway and Roscommon and drawing to Kerry, who they were leading for large periods of the game.

League form is usually not taken seriously when it comes to the championship and from past experiences, Dublin won’t necessarily care about the outcome.

Donegal has a lot to prove after failing to beat Cavan in last year’s Ulster final and beating the Dubs will lay a marker for the coming summer months.

Form — last three results

Donegal — (Win, Draw, Draw)

Dublin — (Win, Draw, Win)

Players to watch

Donegal: Paddy McBrearty (Cill Chartha)

Dublin: Con O’Callaghan (Cuala)

Starting/Predicted Teams

Donegal

Dublin

Betting

Donegal: 7/2

Dublin: 1/4

Draw: 10/1

Prediction

Dublin by 5pts

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Kerry and Tyrone will meet in the first of two Allianz football league semi-finals to take place this coming Saturday live on TG4.

The Kingdom will be looking to carry on their momentum and book a place in the Allianz league final after their last match, seeing off Roscommon by a comprehensive nine-point winning margin at Dr Hyde Park two weeks ago.

While Tyrone will be looking to bounce back after their exciting draw with Ulster rivals Monaghan at Healy Park in Omagh.

With Kerry reigning league champions, they are coming into this game as the heavy favourites. Easing past Roscommon in their last match, showing resolve to dig out a draw with All-Ireland champions Dublin.

If Tyrone can pose any problems for Kerry, their attack will be crucial to booking their place in their first league final appearance since 2013. With Paul Donaghy looking dangerous and Darren McCurry scoring for fun, Tyrone could easily cause an upset.

The burden will fall upon full-forward starlet David Clifford to cause chaos for the Tyrone back-line. With his performance against Galway a stand-out.

Form — last three results

Kerry — (Win, Draw, Win)

Tyrone — (Loss, Win, Draw)

Players to watch

Kerry: David Clifford (Fossa)

Tyrone: Darren McCurry (Edendork)

Starting/Predicted Teams

Kerry

Kerry (Confirmed) : Kieran Fitzgibbon; Brian O Beaglaoich, Jason Foley, Tom O’Sullivan; Mike Breen, Gavin Crowley, Gavin White; Diarmuid O’Connor, Adrian Spillane; Stephen O’Brien, Sean O’Shea, Paul Geaney; David Clifford, Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford.

Subs: Brendan Kealy, Jack Sherwood, Jack Barry, Graham O’Sullivan, Killian Spillane, Tommy Walsh, Paul O’Shea, Micheal Burns, Joe O’Connor, Pa Kilkenny, David Shaw.

Tyrone

Niall Morgan; Cormac Munroe, Ronan McNamee, Rory Brennan; Michael McKernan, Frank Burns, Peter Harte; Mattie Donnelly, Richard Donnelly; Kieran McGeary, Darragh Canavan Conor Meyler; Darren McCurry Conor McKenna, Paul Donaghy

Betting

Kerry: 1/3

Tyrone: 3/1

Draw: 8/1

Prediction

Kerry.

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Offaly will host Fermanagh in the second of two semi-finals to find out who will book their place in the Division 3 final of the Allianz Football League.

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John Maughan’s side has gone under the radar during their league campaign with a narrow but consistent clean sweep of victories in the last three league outings.

Fermanagh has been inconsistent with their performances, with little improvement. After getting humiliated by Derry, they will hope to cause an upset.

Form — last three results

Offaly – (Win, Win, Win)

Fermanagh – (Win, Loss, Draw)

Players to watch

Offaly: Anton Sullivan (Rhode)

Fermanagh: Sean Quigley (Roslea Shamrocks)

Starting/Predicted Teams

Offaly

Paddy Dunigan, Ciarán Donnelly, Eoin Rigney, Nially Darby, Colm Doyle, Johnny Moloneu, Jodann Hayes, Bill Carroll, Eoin Carroll, Shane Horan, David Dempsey, Anton Sullivan, Bernard Allen, Peter Cunningham, Ruairí McNamee

Fermanagh

Chris Snow, Tiarnan Daly, Jonny Cassidy, Luke Flanagan, Kane Connor, James McMahon, Kevin McDonnell, Eoin Donnelly, Stephen McGuillan, Ciaran Corrigan, Tiarnan Bogue, Josh Largo Ellis, Conor Love, Darragh McGum, Sean Quigley

Betting

Offaly: 4/7

Fermanagh: 7/4

Draw: 15/2

Prediction

Offaly.

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Carlow will host Louth in an attempt to determine who will book their place in the Allianz Football League Division 4 final.

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Carlow has remained unbeaten with back-to-back victories over Waterford and Wexford and come into this game as the favourites.

Mickey Harte’s Louth side have improved slowly. With back-to-back wins of their own after an opening day defeat to Antrim.

This fixture is too close to call.

Form — last three results

Carlow – (Win, Win)

Louth – (Loss, Win, Win)

Players to watch

Carlow: Cormac Mullins (Éire Óg)

Louth: Dan Corcoran (Geraldines)

Starting/Predicted Teams

Carlow

Ciaran Cunningham; Jordan Lowry, Shane Redmond, Liam Roberts; Sean Gannon, John Murphy, Josh Moore; Eoghan Ruth, Darragh Foley; Jordan Morrissey, Shane Clarke, Conor Doyle; Chris Blake, Paul Broderick, Cormac Mullins.

Louth

Craig Lynch, Dan Corcoran, Dermot Campbell, Donal McKenny, Emmett Carolan, Anthony Williams, Eoghan Callaghan, Bevan Duffy, Ciaran Byrne, Liam Jackson, Sean Mulroy Ciaran Downey, Ciaran Keenan, Conor Grimes, Ryan Burns

Betting

Carlow: 13/8

Louth: 8/13

Draw: 15/2

Prediction

Louth.

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Derry will face Limerick in the first of two semi-finals to find out who will book their place in the Division 3 final of the Allianz Football League.

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The semi-final will take place in Leitrim, with both counties agreeing to a neutral venue rather than a coin toss to determine who has a home advantage.

The Oak-leaf County are on a steamroll of the division with three wins from three, brushing aside Longford and Fermanagh in the process.

Limerick on the other hand bounced back with a win against Wicklow after a two-point loss to Offaly and will be a stern test for Rory Gallagher’s side.

Form — last three results

Derry – (Win, Win, Win)

Limerick – (Win, Loss, Win)

Players to watch

Derry: Shane McGuigan (Slaughtneil)

Limerick: Cillian Fahy (Treaty Sarsfield)

Starting/Predicted Teams

Derry

Odhran Lynch, Christopher McKaigue, Brendan Rogers, Padraig McGrogan, Paul McNeill, Gareth McKinless, Conor Doherty, Conor Glass, Emmett Bradley, Ethan Doherty, Niall Loughlin, Ciaran McFaul, Benny Heron, Shane McGuigan, Paul Cassidy

 Limerick

Donal O’Sullivan; Sean O’Dea, Brian Fanning, Michael Donovan; Bob Childs, Iain Corbett, Gordon Brown; Darragh Treacy, Tommie Childs; Tommy Griffin, Danny Neville, Adrian Enright; Cillian Fahy, Robbie Bourke, Hugh Bourke

Betting

Derry: 1/7

Limerick: 5/1

Draw: 14/1

Prediction

Derry.

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