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2026 LIDL Div 1 National Football League Fixtures.
Dublin’s opening NFL game versus Kerry on Saturday the 24th of January next has taken on some new significance as it will be the first opportunity to view the 12 LGFA rule enhancements in action.
The LGFA established a Playing Rules Review Workgroup to conduct a comprehensive examination of current rules, to identify areas for improvement, and to recommend changes for consideration.
Six of the 12 changes mirror the GAA Football Review Committee’s rule enhancements in the men’s game.
They are the kickout mark, the two-point scoring arc, the requirement to keep three players in the opposition half at all times, the solo and go, and frees being brought forward for tactical fouling or dissent from the sideline. Short restarts within the 40-metre arc will still be allowed, however.
The six other rule changes look specifically at current LGFA rules, including those related to the tackle, with the overall aim of ensuring that the playing rules of the game are fair, consistent, inclusive, and reflective of the modern development of the sport.
A mid-point review (following round 3 of the NFL) will be overseen by the Playing Rules Review Workgroup, followed by a final evaluation after the full trial period, and ahead of Special Congress.
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