THE Men’s National Football League can be seen—from the outside at least—like the weigh-in before a heavyweight title fight. The pugilists get close, look each other square in the eye with maybe some shadow-boxing or actual pushing, before stepping off the stage knowing that the real deal is just around the corner.

DEAR Santa, I’ve been a good boy this year—well, mostly. I’ve cheered, I’ve groaned, and I’ve written more words about GAA than I care to count. So instead of socks and selection boxes, I’m asking for something different: a few gifts for the game we love. After a rollercoaster 2025, here’s what I’m hoping for in 2026.

WITH the Provincial Championships now wrapped up and the All-Ireland group stage in full swing, the 2025 intercounty football season has already delivered its fair share of drama. The draw has been made, the first round is half-way complete, and if recent results are anything to go by, we’re in for a rollercoaster summer.

THE last weekend of March 2025 will live long in the memory of Scotland GAA and those who witnessed and participated

THE intercounty championship is well underway, and we are nearing the semi-final stage in all provincial championships

The upcoming GAA gala dinner event at Celtic Park will offer attendees the chance to play their part in helping to build Pearse Park

THE redevelopment of Pearse Park Centre for Culture and Sport will make a huge stride forward as Scotland GAA hosts a weekend of celebration

TWO games into the league and it’s been so refreshing—the rules have really given football a boost

It seems like a perfect opportunity to preview the approaching club championships