Kildare adamant it’s Newbridge or nowhere for Mayo qualifier

Newbridge or nowhere, Croke Park or nowhere: Kildare appear to be on their way out of the All-Ireland SFC because of a row with the GAA concerning the choice of venue for their All-Ireland SFC Round 3 qualifier against Mayo next Saturday.

In a row which could have major ramifications for the GAA, Kildare were entitled to home advantage in St Conleth’s Park, having been drawn out first against a fellow Division 1 team yesterday morning.

The board began making plans to that effect, as is the rule, but were then informed by the Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) that the venue’s capacity was not adequate for the expected crowd and they were asked to propose alternative venues.