Limerick Football Championship Semi-Finals Await as Teams Battle for Spots This Weekend
This weekend marks the commencement of the knock-out rounds in the Irish Wire Products Limerick Senior Football Championship. Four teams will compete for coveted spots in the semi-finals, setting the stage for intense matches ahead.
Limerick Senior Football Championship Quarter-Finals
The first match features Fr. Casey’s taking on St. Kieran’s on Saturday at 3 PM in Athea. Fr. Casey’s have rebounded from a tough loss to Adare, last year’s county finalists, and secured their quarter-final position with a mix of two wins and two draws.
Key Players
- Fr. Casey’s: Key players include Mark McCarthy, Rory O’Brien, and Diarmuid Buckley.
- St. Kieran’s: They benefit from contributions by Darragh Treacy and John Hayes, former Limerick footballer.
St. Kieran’s managed to advance to this stage despite their recent struggles, having drawn two and won two of their earlier matches.
Upcoming Matches in the Championship
The winner of the Fr. Casey’s versus St. Kieran’s match will face Newcastle West in the semi-final scheduled for Saturday, November 1, at 3 PM in Mick Neville Park.
Another quarter-final will see Monaleen competing against Mungret St. Paul’s on Sunday afternoon at 2 PM at Ballybrown GAA Club. Mungret St. Paul’s finished second in Group Two, whereas Monaleen came in third in Group One.
Team Insights
- Mungret St. Paul’s: Key strengths include players like Killian Ryan, Jason Hassett, and Darragh O’Hagan.
- Monaleen: The team has welcomed Donnacha Ó Dálaigh and Luke Murphy since their hurling championship exit, although they face injuries with Darragh Murray and Darragh O’Siochru.
The victor of the Monaleen-Mungret match will meet county champions Adare in their semi-final also scheduled for November 1 at 3 PM in Askeaton. The county final of the championship is set for Sunday, November 9.
Relegation Semi-Finals
This Saturday will also feature senior football relegation semi-finals. Kildimo-Pallaskenry will go head-to-head with Na Piarsaigh in Mungret at 12 PM, followed by Oola competing against Ballylanders in Bruff at 3 PM.
As teams battle for their positions, fans anticipate thrilling performances and dramatic outcomes in the Limerick Senior Football Championship.
