Fitzgerald sees merit in provincial structures

Winning a provincial title does not hinder teams in their pursuit of the Sam Maguire Cup - that is the view of Kerry football legend Maurice Fitzgerald.

Fitzgerald sees merit in provincial structures
Wed, 22 Dec, 2010 - 12:10

Winning a provincial title does not hinder teams in their pursuit of the Sam Maguire Cup - that is the view of Kerry football legend Maurice Fitzgerald.

The last three All-Ireland Senior Football Championships have been won by sides that have not reigned supreme in their provincial competitions. They were Tyrone in 2008, Kerry in 2009 and Cork, who beat Down by 0-16 to 0-15 in last September's decider.

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