Excitement and anticipation are building in Carlow as the draw for the Tailteann Cup has been unveiled. With the competition set to kick off on the weekend of May 11th and 12th, local fans are eager to see how their beloved county team will fare in this esteemed Gaelic football tournament.
Carlow finds itself positioned as the fourth seed in the draw, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the team. As they prepare to face off against formidable opponents in Group 3, including Fermanagh, Laois, and Wicklow,.
The inclusion of New York, entering the competition in the preliminary quarter-final stages, adds an international flavor to the tournament and offers an intriguing prospect for all participating teams.
Let’s take a closer look at the composition of each group:
Group 1
- Kildare
- Leitrim
- Longford
- Waterford
Group 2
- Sligo
- Antrim
- Wexford
- Tipperary
Group 3
- Fermanagh
- Laois
- Wicklow
- Carlow
Group 4
- Down
- Offaly
- Limerick
- London
The Tailteann Cup schedule is as follows:
- May 11th/12th: Round 1
- May 18th/19th: Round 2
- June 1st/2nd: Round 3
With fixtures set and anticipation building, Carlow fans are gearing up to support their team as they embark on their quest for glory in the Tailteann Cup.