Plans afoot to stage International Rules Test in New York

The GAA and AFL are exploring the possibility of an International Rules Test in New York next October.

Director general Páraic Duffy confirmed both organisations are “looking at ways of identifying potential venues” for a game in or close to the city in 11 months’ time. Several of the major stadia would not be able to accommodate the size of pitch required.

The Test is likely to be a one-off fixture. However, if it not possible for the game to go ahead in New York, at least one test will definitely be staged in Australia next year.