Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to win in Ireland South, but final seats could go any way

Seán Kelly looks set to top the poll and observers suggest he could reach the quota in the first count

The Green Party's incumbent MEP for Ireland South, Grace O'Sullivan, at the count at Nemo Rangers GAA club in Cork. She faces a tough competition with fellow candidates Derek Blighe, Kathleen Funchion, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, John Mullins, and Paul Gavan. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael were on course to record a victory in Ireland South, with a fight for the three remaining seats that could go any way.

Sitting MEP Sean Kelly was set to top the poll, with observers suggesting he could have a surplus by the time the first count is announced on Monday morning. He is likely to be joined by Billy Kelleher of Fianna Fáil, who may benefit from transfers from Mr Kelly.