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Replying To Scenicparish:  "So a few Eunans players were leaving the field after him? Give me a break!!!!"
Well at least they used the right number of subs... Unlike some in the past.

peiledoir20 (Donegal) - Posts: 1350 - 15/09/2025 11:37:58    2636225

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Replying To Lockjaw:  "In the senior championship it was great to see Termon pulling off a shock. No offence to St Eunans, but it just means that things have really opened up now, and every team will fancy their chances.

Naomh Conaill are probably favourites now, even if without Ciaran Thompson they maybe aren't quite as formidable as they once were. Termon will see this as another nothing to lose - everything to gain type match which makes them very dangerous opponents.

MacCumhaills and St. Michaels is very difficult to call. How long is Gallen out for? Could see this one needing extra time.

Four Masters and Dungloe played out a draw recently, and we could be in for another very tight match. I just think that with the pitches starting to get heavy again, Dungloe might just have a bit too much physicality and power for a young Four Masters team. That said, there's a lot to be said for youthful exuberence. Four Masters have plenty of pace and skill.

Gaoth Dobhair and Kilcar should be another cracker. Kilcar have plenty of attacking power but maybe aren't as strong at the back. Gaoth Dobhair have been ticking along well, but haven't really exploded into life yet. You could make a strong case for either team here. Tentative nod to the men from Machaire Gathlan."
I know there is the question of thd sub but Termon deserve real credit for the strides they've made. A lot of work has clearly gone in, and it's paying off on the field.

St Eunan's face a bigger problem. Their underage development has slowed, with no new faces breaking through and few if any names appearing on recent Donegal underage squads. For a club of their stature - and given the population base in Letterkenny - that's a worrying sign for both club and county.

The broader picture shows the gap narrowing. Eunan's and Naomh Conaill have come back to the pack, while others have kicked on. Four Masters look like future standard-bearers, though they may still be a season or two away from delivering.

Gweedore looked good gainst McCumhaill's, despite conceding two soft goals. They're a well-rounded side. They have the potential to completely dominate the kickouts both their own and kilcars. Still, Kilcar - close to full strength again - will fancy their chances. Eoin mchugh would be a big addition, if fit.

As for McCumhaill's, even if Oisín Gallen returns, he's wont be firing on all cylinders. St Michael's may have a little too much and I also wasn't that impressed with McCumhaill's against gweedore

Ulsterchamps_32 (Donegal) - Posts: 936 - 15/09/2025 12:11:41    2636235

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Replying To Scenicparish:  "And that's the linesman's fault...."
Absolutely agree. It's still fair grounds for an appeal if Eunans decide to do so as it had a direct impact on the result.

donegalgael-12 (Donegal) - Posts: 39 - 15/09/2025 12:20:27    2636237

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Replying To Lockjaw:  "In the senior championship it was great to see Termon pulling off a shock. No offence to St Eunans, but it just means that things have really opened up now, and every team will fancy their chances.

Naomh Conaill are probably favourites now, even if without Ciaran Thompson they maybe aren't quite as formidable as they once were. Termon will see this as another nothing to lose - everything to gain type match which makes them very dangerous opponents.

MacCumhaills and St. Michaels is very difficult to call. How long is Gallen out for? Could see this one needing extra time.

Four Masters and Dungloe played out a draw recently, and we could be in for another very tight match. I just think that with the pitches starting to get heavy again, Dungloe might just have a bit too much physicality and power for a young Four Masters team. That said, there's a lot to be said for youthful exuberence. Four Masters have plenty of pace and skill.

Gaoth Dobhair and Kilcar should be another cracker. Kilcar have plenty of attacking power but maybe aren't as strong at the back. Gaoth Dobhair have been ticking along well, but haven't really exploded into life yet. You could make a strong case for either team here. Tentative nod to the men from Machaire Gathlan."
Word at games is that Gallens ankle is like a balloon. Ankles a bad one to injure! I'd say he'll be missing. McCormack went off as well but they still had enough for Downings who I thought had a chance with that goal effort at the end. Can see St.Micheals winning!

Kilcar will have too much for Gweedore!! Dangerous 11 attackers who can all kick 2ptrs!!

Termon will take Glenties and Dungloe will see off Masters

Whyme923 (Donegal) - Posts: 95 - 15/09/2025 12:29:16    2636240

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Replying To Whyme923:  "Word at games is that Gallens ankle is like a balloon. Ankles a bad one to injure! I'd say he'll be missing. McCormack went off as well but they still had enough for Downings who I thought had a chance with that goal effort at the end. Can see St.Micheals winning!

Kilcar will have too much for Gweedore!! Dangerous 11 attackers who can all kick 2ptrs!!

Termon will take Glenties and Dungloe will see off Masters"
Your predictions have been inconsistent enough on the old Predictions Competition ;-)

Lockjaw (Donegal) - Posts: 10019 - 15/09/2025 14:12:16    2636267

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Terrible Lockjaw.. As I stated, I wouldn't know much about Intermediate/Junior football as my club has not been there. I think I'm doing ok at senior just hard to get the correct score!! PaddyP won't want to see me coming later after work. $$$$

Whyme923 (Donegal) - Posts: 95 - 15/09/2025 14:22:10    2636269

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Replying To Ulsterchamps_32:  "I know there is the question of thd sub but Termon deserve real credit for the strides they've made. A lot of work has clearly gone in, and it's paying off on the field.

St Eunan's face a bigger problem. Their underage development has slowed, with no new faces breaking through and few if any names appearing on recent Donegal underage squads. For a club of their stature - and given the population base in Letterkenny - that's a worrying sign for both club and county.

The broader picture shows the gap narrowing. Eunan's and Naomh Conaill have come back to the pack, while others have kicked on. Four Masters look like future standard-bearers, though they may still be a season or two away from delivering.

Gweedore looked good gainst McCumhaill's, despite conceding two soft goals. They're a well-rounded side. They have the potential to completely dominate the kickouts both their own and kilcars. Still, Kilcar - close to full strength again - will fancy their chances. Eoin mchugh would be a big addition, if fit.

As for McCumhaill's, even if Oisín Gallen returns, he's wont be firing on all cylinders. St Michael's may have a little too much and I also wasn't that impressed with McCumhaill's against gweedore"
I would argue that four masters are possibly the most dangerous team left in the championship, they have the quality and will be in bonus territory from here on In. I get the argument that they may be a year or two away, but a funny thing can happen with young teams playing without fear, the talent is there, if it clicks they'll be more than a match for anyone.

totalrecall (Leitrim) - Posts: 1158 - 15/09/2025 15:23:58    2636285

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Replying To totalrecall:  "I would argue that four masters are possibly the most dangerous team left in the championship, they have the quality and will be in bonus territory from here on In. I get the argument that they may be a year or two away, but a funny thing can happen with young teams playing without fear, the talent is there, if it clicks they'll be more than a match for anyone."
They are definitely a team to watch. But there is no doubt about it - Dungloe will be a tough nut for them, and any other team to crack.

Lockjaw (Donegal) - Posts: 10019 - 15/09/2025 15:56:35    2636296

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I think eunans have every right to appeal, the player who was meant to come off clearly affected the play and it ended up being the winner they are rightly aggrieved. If it was my own club I would be demanding they put in an appeal. Be interesting to see what the county board would do in the case, as they've bottled decisions before. Has to be sorted before this weekend

Beolive92 (Donegal) - Posts: 3 - 15/09/2025 16:43:59    2636309

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Replying To Lockjaw:  "Latest odds I got from PP...

Naomh Conaill 17/10
Gaoth Dobhair 16/5
Termon 5/1
Kilcar 6/1
Four Masters 7/1
Dungloe 11/1
MacCumhaills 12/1
St. Michaels 12/1"
Low odds for Michaels and Dungloe in my opinion, would fancy them both

NPadraigAbu (Donegal) - Posts: 110 - 15/09/2025 16:56:16    2636314

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Replying To Lockjaw:  "Latest odds I got from PP...

Naomh Conaill 17/10
Gaoth Dobhair 16/5
Termon 5/1
Kilcar 6/1
Four Masters 7/1
Dungloe 11/1
MacCumhaills 12/1
St. Michaels 12/1"
Kilcar are a great price. Format of the championship needs changed anyway. A team losing multiple championship matches might now win it outright. Bring back straight knockout.

eddieSize5Balls (Donegal) - Posts: 246 - 15/09/2025 18:06:13    2636332

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Some shock results over the last few days

farneygael3 (Monaghan) - Posts: 386 - 15/09/2025 20:05:10    2636343

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10:20pm at night and still no venues/ days released!!

Whyme923 (Donegal) - Posts: 95 - 15/09/2025 22:20:35    2636356

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Ádh mór Declan Bonner with the Fermanagh men's seniors, fantastic servant to Donegal wish him every success

CCFabu (Donegal) - Posts: 275 - 16/09/2025 07:38:47    2636367

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Replying To Whyme923:  "10:20pm at night and still no venues/ days released!!"
Patience is not your strong point. Not easy getting fields sorted with the the awful weather?

Scenicparish (Donegal) - Posts: 747 - 16/09/2025 08:33:20    2636371

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Replying To Whyme923:  "10:20pm at night and still no venues/ days released!!"
MacCumhaills v St. Michaels = Saturday 17:00 - O'Donnell Park
Kilcar v Goath Dobhair = Saturday 19:30 - Davy Brennan Memorial Park
Naomh Conaill v Termon = Sunday - 15:00 - O'Donnell Park
Four Masters v Dungloe = Sunday - 16:30 - Fr. Tierney Park

Lockjaw (Donegal) - Posts: 10019 - 16/09/2025 09:12:18    2636374

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