All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals: Louth face Monaghan, Dublin meet Galway

The All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals are set to unfold at Croke Park, with Louth facing Monaghan in the early match, followed by Dublin against Galway. Kerry and Mayo have already advanced to the semi-finals, leaving two spots to be decided.

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Rory Beggan will not start today! He is replaced by Jamie Mooney, a big blow for Monaghan.

Louth's appearance in the quarter-finals is a significant event for the county, marking their first semi-final since 1957. The match against Monaghan is described as a local derby, with both teams having a chance to reach the last four.

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Louth and Monaghan fans are making their way inside Croke Park now, ahead of this historic clash between neighbours.

In the later fixture, Dublin, who recently defeated Donegal, will take on Galway. The Dubs face a formidable challenge against Galway, widely considered the most likely contender to challenge the favorites, Kerry.

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Rare doesn’t really cut it for Louth though, as their last semi was in 1957.

The day also includes senior camogie championship action, with Cork playing Waterford and Galway facing Tipperary in Group 1. The permutations for the camogie championship are also being analyzed, with Galway and Tipperary needing a win to secure their semi-final berths.

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The Dubs shocked Donegal last week, but face a tough task in Galway, who are seen as the most likely challengers to the favourites, Kerry.