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John Fallon: Rules of engagement in spotlight after Conor Bradley slips away

Ireland '2' deserve better treatment and lights, camera action for LOI as pyramid takes shape.
John Fallon: Rules of engagement in spotlight after Conor Bradley slips away

Oliver O'Neill of Republic of Ireland in action against Conor Bradley of Northern Ireland. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

KEVIN KILBANE was probably beset by envy last week when the sight of Conor Bradley in a Republic jersey prompted him to revisit the All-Ireland football team Chestnut.

If other codes, predominantly rugby, along with cricket, basketball and athletics can function on a 32-county basis, the argument for commonality is valid.

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