Former Donegal footballer Kevin Cassidy has speculated that Mark McHugh may have quit the county’s panel as a result of Rory Gallagher’s departure or due to a worsening relationship with manager Jim McGuinness.

2012 All-Star Mark McHugh will line out for Donegal in Sunday's Ulster SFC semi-final showdown with Down at Kingspan Breffni Park (throw-in 2pm).

Kilkenny received a massive boost over the weekend with news that TJ Reid is ready to resume his inter-county career.

Mayo's preparations for the defence of their Connacht SFC title have been disrupted by a series of injuries, with experienced corner forward Michael Conroy set to miss their Championship opener against Galway.

The Cork senior football panel are coming to terms with the loss of in-form forward Colm O'Neill whose cruel run of luck with injuries has continued.