GAA games on TV this weekend: Fixtures, TV channels and livestream details
Armagh host Derry after Ulster glory while Dublin aim to respond against Louth as the All-Ireland SFC group stage continues
The opening round of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship continues this weekend with several heavyweight counties already under pressure to make an early statement.
Fresh from winning the Leinster title, Westmeath begin their group stage campaign at home to Cavan, while newly crowned Ulster champions Armagh face another intense provincial rivalry clash against Derry.
Elsewhere, Dublin return to Croke Park looking for a response after a disappointing Leinster final performance against Westmeath, and Mayo travel to Clones determined to silence criticism following their early Connacht exit.
Supporters will have multiple viewing options across the weekend, although only one senior football championship match will be available on free-to-air television as RTÉ will broadcast Monaghan against Mayo live on Sunday afternoon.
Here is a look at this weekend’s Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) action across football and hurling.
Saturday, May 30
All-Ireland SFC round one
Westmeath vs Cavan — Cusack Park, 17:00 — GAA+
Westmeath enter the All-Ireland series carrying strong momentum after their surprise Leinster title success. Cavan, meanwhile, will view the game as a major opportunity to immediately challenge one of the competition’s form teams.
Armagh vs Derry — BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, 19:15 — GAA+
Armagh return home after their impressive Ulster final victory over Monaghan and now face another familiar rival in Derry. The visitors will be desperate to respond after narrowly missing out on provincial silverware.
Nickey Rackard Cup Final
New York vs Tyrone — Croke Park, 13:00 — TG4 YouTube
Christy Ring Cup Final
Derry vs Kerry — Croke Park, 13:00 — TG4
Kerry attempt to reclaim the Christy Ring title against a Derry side still searching for a breakthrough after several painful final defeats in recent seasons.
Sunday, May 31
All-Ireland SFC round one
Dublin vs Louth — Croke Park, 14:30 — GAA+
This is a repeat of the recent Leinster semi final meeting between the counties. Dublin will be expected to improve significantly after a flat provincial final display.
Monaghan vs Mayo — St Tiernach’s Park, 16:00 — GAA+ and RTÉ 2
The standout football fixture of the weekend. Monaghan are attempting to quickly recover from their Ulster final defeat, while Mayo arrive under pressure after their disappointing Connacht championship exit.
Lory Meagher Cup Final
Leitrim vs Longford — Croke Park, 12.30 — TG4 YouTube
With the All-Ireland group stage now underway, every point already carries major importance. A strong opening weekend could shape qualification hopes early. A poor result, meanwhile, immediately increases pressure heading into June.
