I’ll pick my best side, says Kieran McGeeney

Kieran McGeeney has questioned the validity of the pre-season competitions when some top counties aren’t interested in fielding strong teams.

The Armagh manager has confirmed he intends playing his strongest possible side during this month’s McKenna Cup, starting with Sunday’s opener away to Derry.

However, he’s taken note of developments elsewhere, with Donegal opting to field their U21 side and All-Ireland champions Dublin and runners-up Mayo among those playing hugely weakened sides due to holidays abroad.