Recap: GAA Highlights from April 21–27, 2025

The past week in GAA was nothing short of exhilarating, with standout performances and unexpected turns across various championships.​

Leinster Football Semi-Finals

• Louth vs. Kildare: Louth edged out Kildare with a 1-18 to 0-18 victory at Glenisk O’Connor Park.​
• Meath vs. Dublin: Meath delivered a stunning performance, defeating Dublin 0-23 to 1-16 at Laois Hire O’Moore Park.​

Ulster Football Semi-Finals

• Armagh vs. Tyrone: In a nail-biting encounter, Armagh narrowly lost to Tyrone, 0-23 to 0-22, at St. Tiernach’s Park.​
• Donegal vs. Down: Donegal secured a 1-19 to 0-16 win over Down, showcasing their dominance in the province.​

Munster Hurling Championship

• Cork vs. Tipperary: Cork overwhelmed Tipperary with a 4-27 to 0-24 victory at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.​
• Waterford vs. Clare: Waterford triumphed over Clare, 2-23 to 0-21, in a high-scoring match at Walsh Park.​

Leinster Hurling Championship

• Dublin vs. Wexford: Dublin edged Wexford in a thrilling contest, 3-26 to 4-19, at Parnell Park.​
• Offaly vs. Galway: Galway dominated Offaly with a 2-25 to 1-14 win at Glenisk O’Connor Park.​
• Antrim vs. Kilkenny: Kilkenny showcased their prowess, defeating Antrim 2-30 to 2-12 at Corrigan Park.​

Joe McDonagh Cup

• Carlow vs. Kerry: Carlow delivered a commanding performance, winning 3-28 to 0-18 against Kerry.​
• Kildare vs. Westmeath: Westmeath edged out Kildare in a closely contested match, 1-22 to 1-21.​
• Down vs. Laois: Laois secured a 2-22 to 1-20 victory over Down, highlighting their strength in the competition.​

Christy Ring Cup

• Tyrone vs. Donegal: Donegal dominated Tyrone with a 5-18 to 0-10 win.​
• Wicklow vs. London: The match ended in a draw, with both teams scoring 2-17.​
• Derry vs. Meath: Derry narrowly defeated Meath, 1-22 to 3-17, in a thrilling encounter.​

Nickey Rackard Cup

• Mayo vs. Louth: Mayo secured a 2-25 to 2-18 victory over Louth.​
• Fermanagh vs. Sligo: Sligo overwhelmed Fermanagh with a 7-20 to 2-18 win.​

Lory Meagher Cup

• Longford vs. Leitrim: Longford edged out Leitrim, 1-20 to 1-19, in a closely contested match.​
• Cavan vs. Lancashire: Cavan delivered a dominant performance, winning 4-22 to 0-10.​
• Monaghan vs. Warwickshire: Monaghan secured a 2-20 to 1-15 victory over Warwickshire.​

Upcoming GAA Fixtures: April 28–May 4, 2025

Monday, April 28

• Munster U20 Football Final: Kerry vs. Cork at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 7:30 PM.​
• Munster Minor Football Championship:
  • Limerick vs. Waterford at Mick Neville Park, 7:00 PM.​
  • Tipperary vs. Clare at Templetuohy, 7:00 PM.​
• Ulster U20 Football Tier 2 Final: Monaghan vs. Fermanagh at Grattan Park, Inniskeen, 7:30 PM.​

Wednesday, April 30

• Ulster U20 Football Championship Final: Donegal vs. Tyrone at Owenbeg, 7:30 PM.​

Saturday, May 3

• Leinster SHC Round 3:
  • Dublin vs. Kilkenny at Parnell Park, 6:00 PM.​
  • Wexford vs. Offaly at Chadwicks Wexford Park, 2:00 PM.​
  • Galway vs. Antrim at Pearse Stadium, 4:00 PM.​
• Munster SHC Round 3:
  • Limerick vs. Cork at TUS Gaelic Grounds, 7:00 PM.​
  • Tipperary vs. Waterford at FBD Semple Stadium, 4:00 PM.​
• Joe McDonagh Cup:
  • Carlow vs. Westmeath at Netwatch Cullen Park, 3:00 PM.​
  • Kerry vs. Laois at Austin Stack Park, 5:00 PM.​
  • Kildare vs. Down at Manguard Park, 1:00 PM.​
• Christy Ring Cup:
  • Meath vs. Wicklow at Páirc Tailteann, 2:00 PM.​
  • London vs. Derry at Ruislip, 4:00 PM.​
  • Donegal vs. Tyrone at O’Donnell Park, 6:00 PM.​
• Nickey Rackard Cup:
  • Sligo vs. Mayo at Markievicz Park, 3:00 PM.​
  • Louth vs. Fermanagh at Darver, 5:00 PM.​
  • Armagh vs. Roscommon at Athletic Grounds, 1:00 PM.​
• Lory Meagher Cup:
  • Leitrim vs. Cavan at Avant Money Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada, 2:00 PM.​
  • Warwickshire vs. Longford at Páirc na hÉireann, 4:00 PM.​
  • Lancashire vs. Monaghan at Old Bedians, 6:00 PM.​

Conclusion

The GAA calendar is brimming with high-stakes matches that promise to deliver excitement and showcase the best of Gaelic games. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, this week’s fixtures offer something for everyone.

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