Unexpected team updates revealed ahead of thrilling final replay
As anticipation builds for the replay of the Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Final, significant team updates have emerged from both Westport and Ballina Stephenites. Notably, Lee Keegan, who suffered an injury during last weekend’s final, has been confirmed in Westport’s starting lineup.
Unexpected Team Updates Ahead of Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Final Replay
In a surprising turn, Padraig O’Hora has not been included in the starting lineup for Ballina Stephenites. His injury, incurred during a tackle with Keegan, casts uncertainty on his participation in the crucial match. Instead, Sean Regan has been given the nod at centre-back, marking his first start of the season.
Key Player Changes for Both Teams
The replay will see a return to the field for Westport, who have decided to keep their lineup unchanged from the previous week’s match. In contrast, Ballina Stephenites have made strategic adjustments. The team’s manager, Niall Heffernan, has reinstated Brendan Collins and Ciaran Treacy to the starting team, despite their prior replacements.
- Westport: Lee Keegan is confirmed to start.
- Ballina Stephenites: Padraig O’Hora is not starting; Sean Regan takes his place.
- Brendan Collins and Ciaran Treacy are back in the lineup for Ballina.
- Throw-in time is set for 3 PM at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park on Saturday.
The final confirmation of player participation will only be evident when the match commences. Key players Jack Irwin and Luke Doherty’s positions in the Ballina attack remain under scrutiny as managers fine-tune their squads for this highly anticipated showdown.
