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Irish Players, AFLW, and LGFA Talks
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- May 26, 2026
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- 103
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Summary
Irish women’s Gaelic football is heading into uncharted territory as 44 players now compete in the AFLW — a record number — sparking urgent talks between the LGFA and the AFL. With the AFLW season expanding and overlapping with Gaelic commitments, new tensions arise, but LGFA CEO Lyn Savage is pushing for solutions that let players honor their counties before heading Down Under. A recent preseason Aussie-Irish clash has fueled dialogue, while Savage emphasizes improving player experience over pay — since Gaelic remains amateur. Meanwhile, the LGFA and TG4 have locked in a five-year broadcast deal to keep the All-Ireland championships front and center through 2032. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dbfe1efe203cf745