Dublin v Derry, Allianz League Division Two football final: What time, what TV channel and all you need to know
Stephen Cluxton before Dublin's NFL Division 2 clash with Louth. Photo: Ray McManus/Sportsfile
THE Dubs on the Croke Park undercard. Changed times indeed. The Allianz League Division 2 Football final.
The return of Stephen Cluxton to the Dublin squad was the talk of the town. And the country. He answered the call. As goalkeeping cover. But even if he doesn't kick a ball, his presence in the Dublin dressing-room will strengthen Dublin's resolve even more.
The Dubs fell to their only League defeat to Derry in Celtic Park. A crackling atmosphere. A cracking match. Derry's excellent second half performance won the day.
Derry haven't lost a game in the League. Dublin advanced to the final after they beat Louth, managed by the remarkable Mickey Harte.
Both teams are back in Division 1. Mission accomplished. But they'd like to leave Division 2 with the silver.
What time is the throw-in?
The game is on Sunday at Croke Park (1.45).
Where can I watch it?
It's live on TG4. You can also follow all the action on our live blog.
What the coaches say:
Dessie Farrell (Dublin): "Derry are a good side. They have been building in the last couple of years. I felt they deserved the win they got against us the last day. It's good for us to get another competitive game at this stage of the season."
Rory Gallagher (Derry): "We learned so much from playing a team like Dublin a few weeks ago. This is the ideal preparation for the Ulster Championship. It's a national final in Croke Park and we want to deliver a performance."
Prediction
Dublin 2-12
Derry 0-11
Pre-match reading
