Captains gather ahead of Minor All Ireland Finals

Excitement mounts ahead of 2025 ZuCar All-Ireland U-18 Finals

Dublin minor Captain Charlie Murphy (Ballyboden St Endas) represented her County at the Minor captains photoshoot today in Croke Park ahead the All-Ireland final showdown with Cork.

The 2025 ZuCar All-Ireland U-18 ‘A’ Final will take plae at Grant Heating St. Brendan’s Park in Birr (1.30pm) this coming Saturday July 26th.

What promises to be an enthralling ‘A’ Final features Cork, who were winners most recently in 2022, against Dublin, whose last title was achieved in 2012.

Cork last featured in an ‘A’ Final three years ago, while Dublin’s previous appearance at this stage of the competition was in 2016, when they were defeated by Cork.

Cork are aiming to win the ‘A’ title for a 13th time, as Dublin chase their third crown, following on from successes in 2012 and 2008.

The ZuCar All-Ireland U-18 ‘A’ Final between Dublin and Cork will be streamed live on the Spórt TG4 YouTube Page

Looking ahead to the games, Ladies Gaelic Football Association President, Trina Murray, commented: “We’re looking forward to what should be three excellent games. All six teams have shown really good form on route to the finals and I wish them the very best of luck ahead of Saturday.

“We’re also delighted to have the continued support of ZuCar as competition sponsors. ZuCar came on board with us in 2021 as the LGFA’s Official Performance partner and they’re also our Gaelic4Teens programme sponsors.

“I wish to acknowledge the wonderful contribution that ZuCar have made during the course of our partnership to date. I’m also delighted that all three of Saturday’s games will be available to viewers who can’t be present at the venues.”

Speaking on behalf of ZuCar, Chief Executive Mr. Gavin Hydes - “Congratulations to all six teams on reaching their respective finals. This is a phenomenal achievement that takes a lot of hard work, commitment, dedication, and the support of every player’s family. I am sure the accomplishment of playing in the final will be an experience that every player and their families will cherish for a lifetime”.