Kerry v Armagh: What time, what channel and all you need to know about the All-Ireland semi-final

Can Kerry and Armagh replicate the epic game from 2006.

SEMI-FINAL: Kerry will face Armagh for the first time in championship since 2006 - can they replicated the epic battle of that day. Pic: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

After an epic weekend of hurling semi-finals, it is the turn of the All-Ireland Senior football championship semi-finals. First up Munster champions Kerry will take on the Ulster final runner-ups Armagh. Can Kerry reach the final in search of their 39th All-Ireland title or can Armagh overcome the Kingdom in search for their second title.

Here is everything you need to know.

When and where is it on?

The match takes place on Saturday July 13 in Croke Park with throw-in at 5.30pm.

Where can I watch the game?

The game will be shown live on RTÉ 2 and BBC. Coverage starts at 2.45pm with the Tailteann Cup final between Down and Laois preceeding the game.

Who is likely to win?

Munster champions Kerry will go into this game unbeaten in six games. Armagh lost the Ulster final to Donegal on penalties and have won five, drawn one against Galway and lost one to Donegal. This is the first championship match between the sides since 2006 when Kerry came away with the win in the quarter-finals by eight points. Kerry are looking to reach their third consecutive final while Armagh's last final appearance was in 2003. This is the seventh championship pairing between the sides, they drew once with Kerry winning on four occassions and Armagh winning once. 

Who is the referee?

Meath's David Gough wil be the man in the middle for the game.

What can I read about and listen to on IrishExaminer.com?

Follow the build up to the All-Ireland SFC semi-final on our GAA hub on IrishExamier.com. Tony Leen was in Kerry yesterday as Jack O'Connor met with the media. The Kerry manager spoke about their quarter-final win, the way in which the game was played and what they need to do when they face Armagh. He also spoke on their last Championship encounter with the Orchard County as "one of the most enjoyable games I have ever been involved in."

Listen to Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan who are joined by Oisín McConville as they preview this weekend's All-Ireland semi-final on The Gaelic Football Show podcast.