Leitrim star fighting for his life after knock to head in game

AN inter-county footballer is fighting for his life at a Dublin hospital after suffering an accidental head injury in a club game on Saturday evening.

Mon, 19 Apr, 2010 - 01:00
John Fallon

Leitrim forward Philly McGuinness (26) suffered the serious injury playing for Mohill against Melvin Gaels in a club league match at Annaduff.

A statement from Leitrim GAA yesterday said that their thoughts were with the player and his family.

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