Geezer backs modern players

Kieran McGeeney reckons egos are to blame for the criticism players have to endure from former greats.

The Kildare manager says past players need to “let it go” and realise the game has evolved for the better into a tactical challenge which is worth appreciating. McGeeney, who also said Donegal deserve top billing on Saturday night — not Dublin — offered some interesting views on the modern game at yesterday’s Allianz National League launch in Belfast.

“I think it is an ego thing,” he said.