Dylan Geaney kicks a score for Kerry against Mayo in the Allianz Football League. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Saturday March 29
Allianz Football League Division Two Final
Monaghan v Roscommon, Croke Park, 7.15pm, TG4
This promises to be an open and attractive encounter between two evenly matches teams.
Returning to Division One for 2026 was the ambition for Monaghan and Roscommon, who earned an instant promotion last week.
Now, there is an opportunity to collect silverware at GAA headquarters. Earlier in the campaign five Roscommon two pointers mattered deeply as they defeated Monaghan at Dr Hyde Park.
In that match the Murtagh brothers' class was illustrated, but Monaghan have enjoyed productive moments since that loss.
Micheal Bannigan has starred throughout the league campaign and is one of the form forwards in the country.
Conor McCarthy will venture forward at every available opportunity, while Rory Beggan remains an accomplished goalkeeper.
With a Connacht SFC assignment away to London in Ruislip edging closer for Roscommon, Davy Burke will want his team to deliver at GAA headquarters.
Allianz Football League Division Four Final
Wexford v Limerick, Croke Park, 5pm, TG4
It has been a heartening and encouraging start to the year for Wexford and Limerick.
John Hegarty's effective work with Wexford has been reflected with a deserved promotion, following a most impressive group phase.
Wexford dealt with every challenge posed and now they will want to demonstrate their ability on the Croke Park stage.
Martin O'Connor continues to produce for Wexford, while, while Glen Malone supplies plenty of experience too.
James Naughton's remarkable 4-12 haul steered Limerick to a crucial win over Waterford on Sunday, earning a spot in Division Three for next year.
Jimmy Lee deserves immense credit for restoring belief and generating momentum with Limerick, who will be hopeful of summoning another defiant display.
Sunday March 30
Allianz Football League Division One Final
Kerry v Mayo, Croke Park, 4pm, TG4
Two counties who went into the last round of fixtures in the league, knowing relegation was a possibility, while a final appearance could also be booked.
At the end of all of the drama Kerry and Mayo survived and thrived when it counted most.
Colm Reape's penalty save in Castlebar was an important moment, but Mayo have shown some good form, especially in recent weeks.
Donnacha McHugh has been industrious, while Mattie Ruane and Jack Carney are motoring smoothly. In attack, Ryan O'Donoghue remains a potent threat for Mayo.
At the opposite end of the field, though, Kerry have no shortage of quality. Paul Geaney's craft has been evident for Kerry, who also feature the splendid Clifford brothers.
Joe O'Connor was resourceful in the win over Galway with Gavin White and Brian Ó Beaglaíoch always willing to attack from deep.
This should be an interesting game. Jack O'Connor's league record is worthy of the utmost respect. Two years ago Mayo won this title too. So, a lively battle is imminent.
Allianz Football League Division Three Final
Kildare v Offaly, Croke Park, 1.45pm, TG4
Reaching this stage confirms the work being carried out by Kildare and Offaly.
Earning Division Two status was vital for the longer term. The fact that both counties overcame different obstacles along the way supplies another dash of optimism.
Mickey Harte and Declan Kelly appear to have dovetailed nicely with Offaly's crop of emerging and established footballers.
There is rarely any shortage of talent in Kildare, but Brian Flanagan will be satisfied that the first mission of the campaign has been accomplished.
Niall Kelly's scoring burst was important when Antrim were defeated in Newbridge. Alex Beirne also registered vital scores, while Mick O'Grady and David Hyland's relevance to the Lilywhite cause shouldn't be underestimated.
Offaly custodian Paddy Dunican was prominent throughout the league, while John Furlong and Cormac Egan contributed significantly too. Keith O'Neill and Dylan Hyland are capable Faithful forwards.
