
Louth vs Dublin: Everything You Need to Know Ahead of the Leinster Semi-Final
Louth face a monumental task this Saturday as they take on the reigning provincial champions, Dublin, for a place in the Leinster Senior Football Championship final.
Following their quarter-final victory over Wexford, Gavin Devlin’s side travels to Laois Hire O’Moore Park in Portlaoise. While Dublin remains the heavy favorite, the Wee County will be looking to build on their recent momentum and cause a massive upset in the provincial championship.
📍 Match Information
Venue: Laois Hire O’Moore Park, Portlaoise
Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026
Throw-in Time: 4:00 PM
Where to Watch the Game
For those unable to make the trip to Portlaoise, the match will be available to watch live. National broadcaster RTÉ will be providing live coverage of the double-header from O’Moore Park, with the Louth vs Dublin game following the first semi-final between Kildare and Offaly.
📺 TV & Streaming Details
TV Channel: RTÉ2
Live Stream: RTÉ Player
Coverage Starts: 1:30 PM (Pre-match analysis)
Team News & Expectations
Louth manager Gavin Devlin has named an unchanged starting XV, signaling his confidence in the group that delivered in the previous round. Captain Sam Mulroy will lead the attack, while Bevan Duffy and Tommy Durnin anchor the midfield.
On the opposing side, Dublin manager Ger Brennan is expected to field a strong side despite some lingering injury concerns within the capital’s camp. Dublin comes into this fixture as the red-hot favorites, but the neutral venue in Portlaoise adds a different dynamic compared to the traditional championship meetings at Croke Park.
The Ardee Post wishes the very best of luck to the Louth squad. Regardless of the outcome, it is a proud day for the county to be competing in the business end of the Leinster championship.
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