Niall McCoy

RTÉ Sport journalist

Early data shows kickout shift but handpassing static

Data gathered by the GAA's games intelligence unit over the first three rounds of the Allianz Football League has revealed significant changes in how teams are approaching kickouts while the new rule enhancements have thus far failed to turn the needle on shooting stats.

Football • 22 Feb 25

Diarmuid Murtagh became Monaghan's highest-ever scorer on Sunday

History-maker Murtagh leads way for big-scoring Rossies

Diarmuid Murtagh became Roscommon's highest-ever scorer with a 0-12 tally against Monaghan, and at just 30 years of age, he has plenty of time to add to his ever-growing total.

Football • 20 Feb 25

Allianz Football League recap: Kerry 1-18 Donegal 0-23

It's two wins from two for Jim McGuinness and his side as they deservedly get the better of Kerry in Killarney.

Football • 08 Feb 25

Jim McGuinness will be in experimental mode in Killarney

Result irrelevant in Killarney as rivals look to summer

The new rules bring with it added excitement as Jim McGuinness and Jack O'Connor cross paths for just the third time - but both will have summer ball in their thoughts.

Allianz Football League • 08 Feb 25

Donegal fans will be hoping Michael Murphy will make his Ballybofey return

Allianz Football League Round 2: All you need to know

After an opening weekend where the rules took centre stage and scoreboard operators were left with sore thumbs, it's quickly back to the action as teams try to take a foothold in their respective divisions.

Football • 12 Feb 25

Cavan goalkeeper Gary O'Rourke gets caught up in the umpire's orange flag after a Monaghan two-pointer

Five observations on football's brave new era

Not spectacular enough to win over the sceptics and not enough of a disaster to dissuade the optimists – the GAA's new rules made a tepid enough full league debut.

Football • 27 Jan 25

Saturday's Allianz Hurling League results and reports

Cork start their league season with a comfortable win over Wexford while Dublin are much too strong for Antrim.

Hurling • 26 Jan 25

New Cork captain Rob Downey will be eager to get his hands on silverware this season

Allianz Hurling League Round 1: All You Need to Know

The new league format comes into play with Clare starting the defence of their league title against a Kilkenny side they continually had the better of in 2024.

Hurling • 25 Jan 25

All-Ireland Club finals: All you need to know

A feast of GAA action awaits in Croke Park on Sunday as Na Fianna face Sarsfields in the club hurling final and Errigan Ciaran take on Cuala in the football decider - here is all you need to know.

Football • 17 Jan 25

Ulster managers in Division 3 - clockwise from left - Mickey Harte, Tony McEntee, Justin McNulty, Kieran Donnelly and Steven Poacher

Division 3 preview: Northern tinge to tier three battle

Division 3 is looking especially competitive this season, with all but one management team having a strong Ulster influence.

Football • 22 Jan 25