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26 Mar 2026

Mayo make one change to side for Derry clash in Celtic Park

Kevin McStay’s side knows a win could all-but-guarantee Division One safety for 2026

Mayo make _ changes for Derry clash in Celtic Park

Derry's Gareth McKinless under pressure from Jordan Flynn of Mayo during the 2024 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Pic: Sportsfile

Mayo manager Kevin McStay has made one change to his side as they travel to the Walled City to face Derry.

Mayo showed a fine fighting spirit to triumph over Kerry last time out, and faith has been kept in the majority of that side for this Sunday’s tie.

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Davitt Neary replaces Jack Carney in the forward line. The rest of the starting fifteen remains unchanged.

Neary has had a promising season so far, scoring 1-5 in his last three games, and returns to the side following his absence in the Kerry clash.

Derry have had a poor start to 2025, and should they lose this one, they will face the drop into Division Two.

The throw-in at Celtic Park on Sunday, March 16, is at 1.30 pm. We'll be on hand with reports plus reactions here.

Mayo: Reape; J Coyne, D McHugh, E Hession; S Callinan, D McBrien, F Kelly; S Coen, M Ruane; D Neary, D McHale, J Flynn; A O’Shea, F Irwin, R O'Donoghue.

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