The McCarthy Insurance Group Football Leagues returned with a full schedule of fixtures across all divisions this past week. Tight finishes, high-scoring encounters, and plenty of drama marked the opening rounds of the 2026 campaign.
Division 1
St Finbarrs opened their round 2 game with a four-point win over Eire Óg, 0-14 to 0-10 on Thursday.
Sunday’s action saw Clonakilty edge Douglas in a thrilling one-point clash, 1-15 (18) to 0-17 (17), while Castlehaven claimed a narrow 1-9 (12) to 0-10 (10) victory over Knocknagree.
Newcestown fired 1-19 (22) to 2-8 (14) past Carbery Rangers, and Cill na Martra held off Nemo Rangers by a single point, 1-17 (20) to 2-13 (19).
Division 2
Ballincollig defeated Beal Átha’n Ghaorthaidh 1-15 (18) to 2-10 (16), while Dohenys and Carrigaline played out a 1-14 (17) all draw.
Sunday saw Clyda Rovers narrowly defeat Valley Rovers, 1-7 (10) to 0-8 (8), and Uibh Laoire impress with a 1-14 (17) to 0-7 (7) win over O’Donovan Rossa. St Michaels edged Castletownbere, 1-16 (19) to 2-9 (15).
Division 3
Bandon got the better of Newmarket, 1-14 (17) to 3-5 (14), while Aghabullogue defeated Rockchapel, 0-17 (17) to 0-11 (11). Mallow overcame Bishopstown 2-12 (18) to 2-6 (12).
On Sunday, Kanturk secured a convincing 3-10 (19) to 0-11 (11) victory over Naomh Aban, and Fermoy defeated Kilshannig, 1-11 (14) to 0-8 (8).
Division 4
Nemo Rangers edged Kilmurry 3-9 (18) to 1-14 (17). Glanmire and Buttevant played out a 1-12 (15) all draw, while Gabriel Rangers claimed a 3-12 (21) to 1-14 (17) win over Macroom. Adrigole overcame Aghada 3-7 (16) to 1-4 (7).
Division 5
St Nicks and Mitchelstown shared the spoils at 1-10 (13) apiece. Canovee defeated Millstreet, 1-17 (20) to 4-6 (18). Ballinora recorded a 1-14 (17) to 0-9 (9) win over Kinsale, while Ilen Rovers overcame Ballydesmond, 2-10 (16) to 0-11 (11).
Division 6
Kilmacabea defeated Na Piarsaigh, 1-11 (14) to 1-5 (8), and Kildorrery edged Glanworth, 2-11 (17) to 0-16 (16).
Cullen beat Argideen Rangers, 1-11 (14) to 0-10 (10), Aghinagh overcame Glenville, 0-16 (16) to 1-11 (14), and Dromtarriffe defeated Cobh, 0-14 (14) to 1-9 (12).
Division 7
Ballygarvan recorded a commanding 3-10 (19) to 1-7 (10) win over Mayfield. Carbery Rangers (2nd team) dominated Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels, 2-14 (20) to 0-8 (8), while Donoughmore defeated Inniscarra, 1-16 (19) to 1-9 (12).
McCarthy Insurance Group Football Leagues: Weekend Round-Up
The McCarthy Insurance Group Football Leagues returned with a full schedule of fixtures across all divisions this past week. Tight finishes, high-scoring encounters, and plenty of drama marked the opening rounds of the 2026 campaign.
Division 1
St Finbarrs opened their round 2 game with a four-point win over Eire Óg, 0-14 to 0-10 on Thursday.
Sunday’s action saw Clonakilty edge Douglas in a thrilling one-point clash, 1-15 (18) to 0-17 (17), while Castlehaven claimed a narrow 1-9 (12) to 0-10 (10) victory over Knocknagree.
Newcestown fired 1-19 (22) to 2-8 (14) past Carbery Rangers, and Cill na Martra held off Nemo Rangers by a single point, 1-17 (20) to 2-13 (19).
Division 2
Ballincollig defeated Beal Átha’n Ghaorthaidh 1-15 (18) to 2-10 (16), while Dohenys and Carrigaline played out a 1-14 (17) all draw.
Sunday saw Clyda Rovers narrowly defeat Valley Rovers, 1-7 (10) to 0-8 (8), and Uibh Laoire impress with a 1-14 (17) to 0-7 (7) win over O’Donovan Rossa. St Michaels edged Castletownbere, 1-16 (19) to 2-9 (15).
Division 3
Bandon got the better of Newmarket, 1-14 (17) to 3-5 (14), while Aghabullogue defeated Rockchapel, 0-17 (17) to 0-11 (11). Mallow overcame Bishopstown 2-12 (18) to 2-6 (12).
On Sunday, Kanturk secured a convincing 3-10 (19) to 0-11 (11) victory over Naomh Aban, and Fermoy defeated Kilshannig, 1-11 (14) to 0-8 (8).
Division 4
Nemo Rangers edged Kilmurry 3-9 (18) to 1-14 (17). Glanmire and Buttevant played out a 1-12 (15) all draw, while Gabriel Rangers claimed a 3-12 (21) to 1-14 (17) win over Macroom. Adrigole overcame Aghada 3-7 (16) to 1-4 (7).
Division 5
St Nicks and Mitchelstown shared the spoils at 1-10 (13) apiece. Canovee defeated Millstreet, 1-17 (20) to 4-6 (18). Ballinora recorded a 1-14 (17) to 0-9 (9) win over Kinsale, while Ilen Rovers overcame Ballydesmond, 2-10 (16) to 0-11 (11).
Division 6
Kilmacabea defeated Na Piarsaigh, 1-11 (14) to 1-5 (8), and Kildorrery edged Glanworth, 2-11 (17) to 0-16 (16).
Cullen beat Argideen Rangers, 1-11 (14) to 0-10 (10), Aghinagh overcame Glenville, 0-16 (16) to 1-11 (14), and Dromtarriffe defeated Cobh, 0-14 (14) to 1-9 (12).
Division 7
Ballygarvan recorded a commanding 3-10 (19) to 1-7 (10) win over Mayfield. Carbery Rangers (2nd team) dominated Liscarroll/Churchtown Gaels, 2-14 (20) to 0-8 (8), while Donoughmore defeated Inniscarra, 1-16 (19) to 1-9 (12).
One Cork Dublin to Host 3rd Annual One Cork Lunch in Dublin on April 17th
One Cork Dublin will host its Road to Summer One Cork Dublin Championship Lunch on
Friday, April 17th at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin 4 (kindly sponsored by Dalata Hotel Group PLC).
The event has become a key date in the calendar for Cork supporters living and working in the capital and is an unmissable opportunity for the Cork diaspora in Dublin to connect, network and support the continued development of Gaelic Games across the county.
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online at:
This year’s event will feature an outstanding line-up with principal speaker, leading businessman
Micheál O’Flynn, CEO O’Flynn Group, and a glittering array of stars, among them former Cork GAA greats
Dónal Óg Cusack, Linda Mellerick and Conor Counihan, ensuring a lively and engaging afternoon of insight, stories and Cork pride.
The One Cork Lunch promises an afternoon of entertainment, insight and Cork pride in the heart of Dublin.
Round 2 of McCarthy Insurance Group Football League takes place this weekend
Football Leagues return this weekend with Round 2 of the McCarthy Insurance Group Football League.
Games across all seven divisions will take place. Check out the fixtures below.
Match Day Info | Cork v Kildare
Cork v Kildare: Everything You Need to Know for Match Day at Páirc Uí Rinn
Cork prepares to host Kildare this Saturday, March 14th, check out some of our key match day information.
Match Schedule & Key Times
Expect a packed evening of action. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to soak up the atmosphere and see the teams go through their paces.
15:30: Stadium Gates Open
16:36: Cork Warm Up (City End of the pitch)
16:38: Kildare Warm Up
16:58: Amhrán na bhFiann (National Anthem)
17:00: Throw-In
Ticket Information
Please note that this is a ticket-only event. To avoid disappointment at the gate, ensure you have purchased your tickets in advance.
How to Buy: Tickets are available below
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Travel & Parking
With many fans expected at Páirc Uí Rinn, fans are asked to plan their journey carefully.
Public Transport
The stadium is conveniently accessible via public transport. We recommend using the following bus routes to avoid traffic congestion:
Route 203
Route 215A
Parking
If you are driving, please be considerate of the local residents. We ask all supporters to park safely and avoid obstructing local entrances or private driveways.
Match Details At-A-Glance
Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Páirc Uí Rinn
Teams: Cork vs. Kildare
Cork Senior Football Team to play Kildare in Round 6 has been confirmed
Cork Footballers to Host Kildare in Round 6 of the Allianz Football League
Cork will take on Kildare in Round 6 of the Allianz Football League at Páirc Uí Rinn. The match is scheduled to throw-in at 5:00 pm.
The Cork team selected to play is:
Match Tickets are now on sale for the game and can be purchased below.
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