Dublin’s ‘insanity’ make them look human | Westmeath belief | Ulster’s blood & thunder

About this episode

The episode discusses the recent provincial finals, focusing on Dublin's struggles and Westmeath's surprising confidence.

Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael after another stellar provincial final weekend that saw Monaghan’s warriors come from the dead to force extra-time with Armagh, where Kieran McGeeney’s men came out on top. First, the lads run the rule over the Leinster final where Westmeath’s confidence shone through against a Dublin who are lacking supporters, scorers and a clear tactical vision. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Michael

Guests: Pat Spillane, Dick Clerkin

Topics covered

• Dublin football
• Westmeath confidence
• provincial finals
• Armagh vs Monaghan
• tactical analysis
• GAA

Keywords

• Dublin
• Westmeath
• provincial finals
• GAA
• Armagh
• Monaghan
• Kieran McGeeney
• tactical vision
• confidence

Sponsors

AIB

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Irish Independent

Places: Dublin, Westmeath, Monaghan, Armagh

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