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Christy O'Conner is a former top-level goalkeeper turned acclaimed hurling writer, with an intimate and unique understanding of gaelic games.
Armagh v Tyrone - Ulster GAA Football Senior Championship Preliminary Round
S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Tyrone’s conversion rate from distance comes back to haunt them
Elsewhere Laois continue to work a magic that has died for Offaly and Munster’s silent rivalries.

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

Tipperary v Waterford - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Quarter-Final
S Christy O'Connor: The Munster championship that nearly never was
Clare, Limerick, Tipperary, and Waterford were infuriated by the proposal which would have seen Cork and Kerry seeded for the 2026 Munster SFC.

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026

Dublin v Down - Allianz Hurling League Division 1B
S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Niall Ó Ceallacháin driven by detail on mission to lift Dublin hurling
Dublin boss Niall Ó Ceallacháin has built his managerial career on that approach of establishing the framework and culture and then getting the best people around him to maximise potential.

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Carlow v Longford - Allianz Football League Division 4 Final
Talking Points: What's rare is wonderful for Carlow at Croke Park 
Plus Kerry's second-heaviest loss in Croke Park in their history. 

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Jim McGuinness 22/3/2026
S Christy O'Connor: Jim McGuinness’s relationship with Kerry is now more personal than ever
Defeat to Kerry has sharpened Jim McGuinness’ focus as Donegal chase a new level of All-Ireland success

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

TJ Reid celebrates scoring a goal 21/3/2026
S Christy O’Connor: Celebrate the physics-defying magic of McGinnis and Reid
There have been clear hints during this league of players leaning more towards an increased level of individual expressionism.

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Kildare v Meath - Allianz Football League Division 2
S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Leinster's summer rise has leaked into spring
In the Allianz Football League, it's possible that five of the six promoted teams could be from Leinster.

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Alan Connolly scores his side’s first goal despite Billy Nolan 25/1/2026
S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Billy Nolan the ultimate modern utility player
Elsewhere Monaghan need to restrict any more damage.

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Galway v Kilkenny - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A
S Christy O'Connor Talking Points: Kilkenny suffer fifth biggest defeat in their history
Elsewhere can Limerick be even more direct? And Mark Sheedy's waiting game.

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Offaly v Limerick - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A
S Christy O'Connor: the Quaid legacy and dynasty keeps on giving
It’s such a remarkable legacy that Tommy and Nickie Quaid have now played for the Limerick seniors more often than anybody else.

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

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