Kerry and Galway have distinct goals in mind. Kerry is focused on securing a spot in the Division 1 final, while Galway aims to maintain their position in the top tier.
For Kerry, victory is essential, coupled with the hope that Dublin either draw or lose to Tyrone at Croke Park. On the other hand, a draw for Galway would be sufficient to ensure their Division 1 status, or if Roscommon loses.
Dylan Casey has been selected to deputise for the injured Jason Foley at full-back for Kerry’s upcoming match against Galway.
This decision marks one of five changes from Kerry’s previous fixture, where they secured a 1-17 to 1-11 victory over Roscommon. Joining Casey in the full-back line is Armin Heinrich, who earns his first league start, replacing Graham O’Sullivan. Further adjustments see Paul Geaney, Stephen O’Brien, and Killian Spillane taking up positions in the starting lineup, filling in for the Clifford brothers and Dara Moynihan.
Kerry Starting Lineup Against Galway
1. S. Ryan
2. P. Murphy
3. D. Casey
4. A. Heinrich
5. Seán O’Brien
6. T. Morley
7. G. White
8. BD O’Sullivan
9. J. O’Connor
10. A. Spillane
11. P. Geaney
12. Stephen O’Brien
13. K. Spillane
14. D. Roche
15. S. O’Shea
Galway Starting Lineup Against Kerry
1. C. Gleeson
2. J. McGrath
3. S. Fitzgerald
4. E. Kelly
5. D. McHugh
6. J. Daly (Captain)
7. L. Silke
8. P. Conroy
9. J. Maher
10. J. Heaney
11. C. Darcy
12. C. Sweeney
13. R. Cunningham
14. R. Finnerty
15. C. Ó Curraoin
