RTÉ GAA Podcast

In this episode of the RTÉ GAA Podcast, Cathal Mullaney and Rory O'Neill are joined by Dessie Dolan to chat all things football, while Michael Duignan weighs in on the hurling action.

With Round Two of the Allianz Football and Hurling Leagues on the horizon, and storms brewing around the island this week, it’s shaping up to be a weekend full of twists across both codes... If the pitches cut the mustard.

FOOTBALL (01:00)
Unsurprisingly, Tomás Kennedy is once again a key talking point as Kerry travel to Ballyshannon for what promises to be an intriguing clash. Dessie reflects on last weekend’s comments from both managers, noting the fiery responses in post-match questioning.

Mayo host Dublin, and Dessie believes this will test both defences, arguing that “the art of defending” needs to be relearned by the current crop of players.

He also raises concerns about Galway’s midfield depth, with an increasing list of absentees leaving gaps hard to fill.

In Division Two, Dessie feels Tyrone look capable of pushing for promotion, while Meath appear to be slipping back into old habits, particularly around midfield physicality, which could spell trouble for his own county, Westmeath.

HURLING (38:00)
Michael opens with his home county Offaly, discussing the physical challenges facing younger players as they transition to senior level, especially those recently introduced to the panel.

He’s hopeful for a refreshed Limerick this season, suggesting that a shake‑up to their starting XV might inject new energy. Michael also gives his view on the proposed changes to the preliminary quarter‑finals, arguing that after a condensed season, they often feel like a damp squib.

The team also dive into the “Davy derby” ahead of Clare v Antrim, and consider what impact a trip to Cushendall might have on proceedings.

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Peter Canavan and Shane McGrath join Cathal Mullaney to digest the weekend's Round One Allianz League action.
FOOTBALL (01:00)
Peter and Cathal are joined by RTÉ Sport's Niall McCoy where the hooter controversy from the Kerry Roscommon game is debated. Peter explains his take on the changes to the rule that had an impact on the last-minute score from standout player of the weekend Tomás Kennedy.
The Tyrone legend also that Meath have been overlooked and that Counties are now getting to grips with the new rules.
HURLING (29:51)
Mikey Stafford is welcomed on the sofa for part two where Cork's brutal finish to the 2025 Championship seems to have had no ill effects, but Shane suggests that the top class pitch in Páirc Uí Chaoimh is partly to credit for some strong hurling in the winter season.
Clare were also deemed to be the real winners in their loss to Tipp but have defensive positions that need filled.

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A new year, a new season of the podcast, a new studio and a new presenter. Commentator and broadcaster Cathal Mullaney takes over the host seat on the RTÉ GAA podcast for 2026 to discuss the Allianz Football and Hurling Leagues.
FOOTBALL (0:55)
Éamonn Fitzmaurice discusses a magical winter for Kerry football and how he feels despite goals for back-to-back All Ireland titles that Jack O'Connor and his team will be making their mark towards the business end of the league.

HURLING (43:13)
Shane McGrath considers the opportunities for some new faces in the Tipperary panel and what Cork need to do with their set-up to turn their fortunes around in final scenarios.

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Jacqui Hurley and Rory O'Neill are joined by Ursula Jacob and Elaine Aylward to look back on Galway's thrilling All-Ireland Senior Camogie final triumph over three-in-a-row chasing Cork.
The Tribeswomen brought a physicality and ferocity to their game which Cork struggled to get to grips with during the early stages of the most gripping All-Ireland final of the season.
Ursula and Elaine agree that Cathal Murray was right to use 'disrespect' to fuel his charges, given they have now won three of the last seven All-Irelands before Sunday.
As regards Cork's complaints over the refereeing decisions, our pundits agree that Justin Heffernan got the big decisions right and both teams could point to calls that went against them over the 60 minutes.
Finally, Jacqui asks Ursula to reflect on her own Wexford side's achievements, as they remian the last team to achieve three All-Irelands in a row.
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Hannah Tyrrell on Dublin adding to their All-Ireland haul, the celebrations that followed, and the lead-up to the final knowing that it was to be her Dublin swansong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.