Crossmolina GAA club 'devastated' by 'tragic incident', All-Ireland final postponed

Derry and Ulster champions Ballinerry were due to play Mayo and Connacht champions Crossmolina Deel Rovers in the All-Ireland club IFC final at Croke Park. 

The GAA will confirm re-fixture details for the Ballinderry and Crossmolina game at a later date. Photo by Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile

The All-Ireland Intermediate Club Football Championship final between Ballinderry and Crossmolina Deel Rovers, which was due to be played at Croke Park on Sunday, has been postponed due to "tragic events" connected to the Mayo team. 

In a statement, Crossmolina GAA club said they are "are devastated at the news of the tragic incident that has occurred. Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family and friends at this difficult time. We have been in contact with our members involved, and they have requested that we all understand their need for privacy at this incredibly difficult time."