Down assistant manager Donnelly: Time for provincial championships to be played before league

The true significance of Saturday won’t become apparent until later in the season.

DOWN TOWN: Danny Magill of Down celebrates with Pat Havern after he scored a goal. Pic Credit: Andrew Paton, Inpho.

The Division 3 final is not exactly the richest game in football but right now it feels close to that realm for Mickey Donnelly and Down.

A win on Saturday won’t guarantee either side a spot in the Sam Maguire series, Cavan can already attest to that after their 2023 victory.