Get ready for an exciting night with ‘Up For the Match,’ featuring pre-match build-up, compelling stories, and lively banter ahead of the All-Ireland final clash between Donegal and Kerry.
Up for the Match airs tonight, Saturday, July 26th, at 9:35 pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
Marty Morrissey will be broadcasting live from Kilcar, Co Donegal, where he’ll connect with the friends, family, and fellow club members of key Donegal players Ryan and Eoin McHugh, and Patrick McBrearty.
In the studio, GAA icons Marc Ó Sé and Eamon McGee will offer their expertise and predictions for the highly anticipated match. Donegal GAA legend Brian McEniff will also join the panel.
Fans can look forward to a fresh take on the beloved Donegal anthem, Jimmy’s Winning Matches, performed by Rory & The Island!
Following last week’s memorable Riverdance performance in county colors, viewers can expect another surprise opening act.
As a special treat, one lucky viewer and a studio audience member will each receive golden tickets, granting them the opportunity to witness the historic moment when either Kerry or Donegal lift the Sam Maguire Cup at Croke Park.
Meanwhile, Anna Geary will be live from Rathmore GAA Club in Co Kerry, connecting with fans and supporters of Paul Murphy and Shane Ryan.
Co-host Jacqui Hurley shared: “The first-ever All-Ireland final between Cork and Tipp was a unique event, but the fans from both counties brought incredible energy. We know Kerry and Donegal fans will bring the same level of enthusiasm – we’re anticipating a fantastic show with them.”
Co-presenter Des Cahill added: “Last week, we saw the great rivalry between Tipp and Cork fans, and I’m eager to see the atmosphere that Kerry and Donegal supporters will create in the studio. We have plenty of music, insightful discussions with GAA football veterans, and updates from the 80,000 fans heading to Croke Park, plus some lighthearted entertainment and tunes to ease the pre-match nerves.”
Donegal clubs and GAA legends set for RTE’s Up for the Match was last modified: July 26th, 2025 by
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