Suspensions can be served in relegation play-offs, GAA confirm

However, the Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) have ensured that a “next game suspension” is applicable to demotion clashes

Cork's Seamus Harnedy receives a red card in the 2019 league clash with Tipp. He sat out the relegation play-off, meaning he could line out in the Championship opener that year. Picture: INPHO/Morgan Treacy

Suspensions can be served in the six Allianz Football League relegation play-offs later this month as the GAA have temporarily closed an unusual disciplinary loophole.

Although semi-finals are considered season games, relegation play-offs are not and therefore don’t usually count towards fulfilling a ban. However, the Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) have ensured that a “next game suspension” is applicable to those demotion clashes.