Boss McGonagle fears final consequences

Monaghan boss Gregory McGonagle fears victory in tomorrow’s Bord Gáis Energy Ladies NFL Division 1 semi-final against Dublin would have an adverse effect on his team’s championship chances.

McGonagle insists he would take an Ulster title above a National League crown as provincial glory would see last year’s beaten All-Ireland finalists straight through to this year’s quarter-finals, where they would avoid their fellow provincial winners.

But, in McGonagle’s eyes, victory against Dublin in Drogheda tomorrow would cut down significantly on Monaghan’s preparation time.