Friday matches are worth exploring

GAA President Liam O'Neill has said that the decision to play the All-Ireland SFC first round qualifier between Carlow and Laois on a Friday night is something that was worth exploring.

The GAA's Central Competitions Control Committee decided on Monday to fix the tie for Friday week at Dr. Cullen Park (throw-in 7.45pm), ensuring that it is the first ever All-Ireland Football Championship tie to take place on a Friday evening.