Mayo Kerry fixture rumoured to take place in London this year

Last month, Andy Moran’s Mayo overcame Croke Park in the All Ireland Final in what turned out to be a memorable day for many.

Details have now emerged that a repeat game between the sides may take place overseas.

Colm Keys of The Irish Independent reported earlier this morning that the two sides are looking to play a challenge game in late November in London.

The venue being talked about to host the game is Stone X Stadium which is the home of English Rugby side, Saracens. The ground in Hendon, North London has a capacity of 10,500 but has the capability of hosting a 15,000 crowd.

There is a positive relationship between Mayo and London as there are many Mayo natives based in the English capital. Earlier this year, Andy Moran’s team travelled over and played London in Ruislip as part of the Connacht Championship. Afterwards, the team went on a training camp there and visited Premier League side Brentford whose Director of Operations is Belcarra native Alan Walsh.

Central Council have already been asked for permission by Mayo and Kerry to host the game. If the game gets the go ahead, the fixture is rumoured to take place on Saturday, November 28.