Nine big questions ahead of a blockbuster Sam Maguire weekend 

The group phase will be abolished after this year with a new qualifier-style format in place next year. Several intercounty managers have criticised this move, which was voted on at Congress last February. Right call?

Cork will have to combat the threats of Roscommon's forward lines which includes Enda Smith here seen in action against Seán Coffey of Meath during Round 2. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

There are eight seismic fixtures taking place in the final round of the Sam Maguire group stages. It also signals the end of this current system.

The group phase will be abolished after this year with a new qualifier-style format in place next year. Several intercounty managers have criticised this move, which was voted on at Congress last February.