Footballer who broke opponent's jaw escapes jail

A promising young Gaelic footballer has paid over €13,000 in compensation for breaking an opponent's jaw during a game last year.

Footballer who broke opponent's jaw escapes jail

A promising young Gaelic footballer has paid over €13,000 in compensation for breaking an opponent's jaw during a game last year.

Sean O'Connor of Kinvara Avenue, Cabra in Dublin admitted punching his marker in the face while playing for St Oliver Plunketts in a club game.

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