Group phase abolished as new football championship format approved for 2026
The All-Ireland senior football championship will have a new format in 2026, with the group phase abolished and replaced by a qualifier-style series.
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The All-Ireland senior football championship will have a new format in 2026, with the group phase abolished and replaced by a qualifier-style series.
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