Donnellan handed centre-back role for Galway

The inspirational Michael Donnellan has been named in a surprising defensive role for Galway's Munster SFC clash with Leitrim on Sunday.

Usual midfielder Donnellan hasn't started a competitive game since last August following a groin injury.

Meanwhile, Ja Fallon returns as expected at wing-forward while Frankie Donoghue takes over from Alan Keane in goals.

Galway (SF v Leitrim): F Donoghue; K Fitzgerald, G Fahey, R Fahey; D Meehan, M Donnellan, S Og de Paor; K Walsh, J Bergin; P Clancy, M Clancy, J Fallon; D Savage, P Joyce, M Meehan.