Recap: GAA Highlights from April 28–May 4, 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: May 5–11, 2025

Monday, May 5

• Munster Minor Football Phase 1 Final: Clare vs. Tipperary at FBD Semple Stadium, 2:00 PM.
• Munster Minor Football Quarter-Final: Cork vs. Kerry at Páirc Uí Rinn, 7:00 PM.

Wednesday, May 7

• Munster U20 Hurling Semi-Final: Cork vs. Clare at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 7:35 PM.

Saturday, May 10

• Munster SHC Round 4: Clare vs. Tipperary at Cusack Park, Ennis, 2:00 PM.
• Leinster SHC Round 4:
  • Galway vs. Wexford at Pearse Stadium, 4:00 PM.
  • Antrim vs. Dublin at Corrigan Park, 2:00 PM.
  • Kilkenny vs. Offaly at UPMC Nowlan Park, 6:00 PM.
• Joe McDonagh Cup Round 3:
  • 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 Round 3:
  • 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 Round 3:
  • 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 Round 3:
  • 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.

Sunday, May 11

• Leinster Football Final: Meath vs. Louth at Croke Park, 4:15 PM.
• Tailteann Cup Group 3 Round 1: Westmeath vs. Antrim at TEG Cusack Park, 2:00 PM.

Final Words

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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