The weekend in pictures

Harlesden Harps open up their championship campaign this weekend against Bros Pearses, details tbc, keep an eye on https://twitter.com/harlesdenharps during the week for details.

GAA bodies secure €15m worth of Government funding to run 2020 All-Ireland championships

The Government has approved a €15m financial package for the GAA, LGFA, and Camogie Association in order to run this year's All-Ireland championships.

Rapid Covid-19 testing for players in the pipeline

The GAA have plans to roll out rapid Covid-19 testing for players ahead of the resumption of inter-county fixtures next month.

GAA on TV this weekend

There's an intriguing double-header of GAA Beo on Sunday afternoon with TG4 broadcasting live coverage of the Kilkenny SHC and Dublin SFC finals.

Tom Parsons elected GPA chairman

Mayo midfielder Tom Parsons has been elected chairman of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA), replacing Limerick's Seamus Hickey who steps down from the role after five years.

Galway GAA authorities wait on response from clubs in possible Covid-19 restriction breach

Galway GAA authorities are waiting on replies from two clubs involved in a relegation hurling match to establish what course of action might be required to establish if there has been a breach of Covid-19 restrictions.

"We're bitterly disappointed that we can't complete the season"

London football manager Michael Maher says they are "bitterly disappointed" that they won't be able to compete in this year's All-Ireland SFC.

The agony and ecstasy of county final drama in pictures

Here are 15 Inpho pictures that show the agony and ecstasy of county final drama from the weekend...

Tyrone pitch celebrations breached 'public health guidelines' confirm Ulster GAA

Ulster GAA have released a statement appealing to supporters to stay off pitches after finals and said the scenes after the Tyrone SFC final undermine the case for increased numbers of spectators at games.

GAA tweets of the week

Plenty of drama unfolded in the GAA club scene over the past week…

Harlesden Harps will have their first chance of silverware with the final of the McCardle Cup this weekend playing St Clarets on Sunday September 27th at 2:00pm

Sunday's results as they happen

Twelve county finals and lots more happening on the club scene this afternoon...

Fixtures guide to a bumper weekend of club action

There are no fewer than fourteen county finals down for decision this weekend with titles to be handed out across all four provinces.

"It was unsustainable, out of control"

Kerry legend Pat Spillane says an upside to the Covid-19 pandemic is seeing the "juggernaut" of spending on inter-county teams has being reined in.

GAA confirm M Donnelly Poc Fada finals will not happen in 2020

The GAA has confirmed this morning that the M Donnelly Poc Fada na hEireann finals will not be held in the 2020 calendar year.

GAA on TV this weekend

The club senior football and hurling championship action continues on TV this weekend with live coverage of three county finals.

Kildare midfielder slams advanced mark as "a shambles"

Kildare midfielder Kevin Feely has slammed the advanced mark rule recently introduced into gaelic football as "a shambles".

Inaugural Michael Cusack Day to be held in GAA founder's native Clare

The significant contribution to Irish culture by the founder of the GAA will be celebrated with the inaugural Michael Cusack Day in Carron, located in the heart of the Burren in County Clare, at midday on Sunday (20 September).

The TG4 Underdogs are back and this time it's over to the Ladies Footballers

In an ever changing world, TG4's legendary GAA series Underdogs is back and for 2021 it's over to the Ladies.

"I think we have to be positive about it"

GAA president John Horan says fans must be positive about the latest Covid-19 guidelines which will allow spectators to return to games at limited numbers.

CPA releases two prototypes of how a split GAA season would work

In releasing sample detailed prototypes of how a split season might operate, the CPA have highlighted the opportunity that exists for a fresh start for fixtures.

Working party to develop plan for return of fans to stadia

Following the release today of the Government's Resilience and Recovery 2020-21: Plan for Living with COVID-19, the FAI, GAA and IRFU have set up a working group to bring a collaborative approach to the development of a roadmap for the safe return of spectators to stadia.

GAA statement on new Government guidelines

The GAA has noted today's Government announcement of new guidelines on the number of spectators permitted to attend outdoor sporting events.

Thomas McCurtains GAA will return to club activities following our 7 day shut down period from Monday 14th September.

200 spectators allowed to attend games at large venues

Fans across the country will be allowed to attend sporting events from tomorrow following today's announcement from the Government.

Report: Spectators to return to sporting fixtures

500 spectators will be allowed attend GAA club games and 5000 for inter-county games under new proposals currently being considered by Government.

GAA tweets of the week

The inter-county championships got the green light over the weekend while the club scene continued to produce plenty of talking points…

Harlesden Harps will open their competitive season in the semi-final of the McCardle Cup at the weekend playing Tara on Sunday September 20th at 1:00pm

Sunday's club results round-up

Follow all the latest club senior football and hurling championship results from throughout the country.

Ruislip hosts first competitive GAA match in UK in six months

McGovern Park in Ruislip hosted the first competitive GAA match in the UK in six months yesterday when St Gabriel's and Brothers Pearse met in the first round of the London SHC.

GAA confirm plans for 2020 All-Ireland championships

The GAA have today confirmed plans to formally proceed with the 2020 All-Ireland senior, U20 and minor inter-county football and hurling championships from next month after having had positive talks with the Government in relation to funding.

Saturday's club results round-up

The latest results from the club senior football and hurling championships...

Fixtures guide to this weekend's club action including six county finals

It's another busy weekend on the club scene with a packed schedule of games including six county finals between football and hurling.

GAA in joint effort with FAI and IRFU to get supporters back into matches safely

The GAA has said it is working together with the FAI and IRFU to submit a roadmap for the safe return of supporters to stadia for Government approval.

RTE's 'New Gaels' doc earns rave reviews on Twitter

Last night saw RTÉ air its 'New Gaels' documentary and it earned much applause from viewers of the show on Twitter.

'GAA Collection' sees coverage of historic All-Ireland finals now available online

Footage from the All-Ireland football and hurling finals from 1947 to 1968 has become available online thanks to the Irish Film Institute.

New documentary about the unique stories of four GAA players who emigrated to Ireland

Four GAA players who were born in different countries and emigrated to Ireland share their unique stories in a new documentary.

GAA on TV this weekend

There is plenty of live GAA television coverage coming up this weekend as the club championships reach their business ends.