Return to Football

Football Returnhttps://www.rte.ie/sport/gaa/2020/0516/1138803-government-establishes-return-to-sport-expert-group/

FAI extends cessation of football under its jurisdiction to April 19th

The Football Association of Ireland today announces an extension to the cessation of all football under its jurisdiction until April 19^th inclusive, following directives from Government, the Department of Health and UEFA.

The decision to extend a deadline for the return to football has been taken in light of the ever-growing threat posed by the COVID-19 outbreak and in the best interests of our players, coaches, volunteers, supporters and staff. This decision will continue to be monitored on an ongoing basis.

Euro 2020 Postponed

EUro 2020 has been postponed by one year until 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic, says Uefa.

European football’s governing body made the decision during an emergency video conference involving major stakeholders on Tuesday.

The tournament, due to take place from 12 June-12 July this year at 12 venues across Europe, will now run from 11 June to 11 July next year.

Postponement of ALL Football

The Football Association of Ireland announces the cessation of all football under its jurisdiction until March 29 inclusive, and with immediate effect following directives from Government, the Department of Health and UEFA.

Fixtures for Sunday 15th March

Jackie Crossan Premier Division 2pm

Greencastle FC V Glengad United E Doherty

Cockhill Youths V Aileach FC W Harvey

Match Reports Sunday 8th March

Jackie Crossan Premier Division

Greencastle FC 4

Moville Celtic 2

In the early exchanges Michael Henry was denied by the advancing Seamus Houghton in the Moville goal while at the other end Johnathan Havlin headed wide while Marc Bell was off target from the edge of the area.