Brian Dooher: "Donegal's record in Ballybofey speaks for itself"

Tyrone joint-manager Brian Dooher during the Ulster GAA Football Senior Championship semi-final match between Donegal and Tyrone

Brian Dooher says it must be a priority to top the group – and that means victory over Donegal is essential for his Tyrone team in Saturday’s All-Ireland round robin opener.

The winner of the Ballybofey derby will be in pole position to claim a quarter-final spot and avoid the fixtures congestion facing preliminary quarter-finalists.