Oisín McConville has commended Antrim for fighting to keep their Ulster SFC quarter-final against his beloved Armagh in Corrigan Park.

The Saffrons have been granted home advantage for the mouth-watering tie with the All-Ireland champions, but Ulster GAA is expected to move it to a bigger venue due to Corrigan Park's limited capacity. Indeed, it's believed that the number of season tickets holders in Armagh exceeds the West Belfast venue's capacity.

But speaking on BBC’s GAA Social podcast, McConville suggested that Armagh wouldn’t have an issue with playing in Corrigan Park.

“I think it should be played in Corrigan Park,” the Wicklow manager said.

“I think if you get a home draw - the only caveat with that is the place has to be right.

“Whatever works have to be done to make that happen, they have to be done, whatever amenities have to be improved, they’ve got two months to do that.

“Where should it be? If you get a home draw, it is crucial, especially if you are a team that is maybe perceived as an underdog - which Antrim will be going into that game.

“You want every little advantage you can possibly get, so having home advantage is key and probably that’s why they are fighting for it as much as they are. Plus, I think it would be nice for them to have a home game at Corrigan Park against the All-Ireland champions.

“I don’t think Armagh care where they play the game to be honest. It really is a standoff and it probably isn’t going to end well I imagine.”

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